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Not Always About Money

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 13:26 GMT

According to PFT, LaDainian Tomlinson says he could of made more money in Minnesota.

“It wasn't about money at all,” Tomlinson said. “I could have taken more money in Minnesota.”

He went on to say that NY was a better fit for him, as he used to work with the Jets OC Brian Schottenheimer.

After hearing this one would think he really wants to shut the nay sayers up. I think behind our offensive line he can do it.

Welcome LT!

Jets Re-Sign Richardson

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 08:00 GMT

PFT reports Tony Richardson will indeed be blocking for Tomlinson. Richardson 38, will be going on his 16th NFL career.

Personally, the way the man blocks, I hope he stays around till he's at least 45.

Jets, not Giants to Host Thanksgiving Game

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 07:01 GMT

PFT is reporting the Jets will be hosting this years Thanksgiving game. No word yet on who their opponents will be but it choices range from the Bengals to the Texans

I for one am very excited about this. I think it was last Thanksgiving I was sitting at my girlfriends family’s house saying “why can’t the Jets ever play on Thanksgiving?” Well Jets fans we got our wish.

Jets ink free agent DE Rodrique Wright

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 21:31 GMT

The National Football Post reports that the Jets have inked free agent DE Rodrique Wright:

The New York Jets signed free agent defensive end Rodrique Wright today, the team announced. Wright is a former Miami Dolphins seventh-round pick who has posted 37 tackles 1 1/2 sacks and one fumble recovery back in 2007. He started nine games that season.

He spent his first season on injured reserve with the Dolphins because of a lingering shoulder problem from his time at the University of Texas. He played in no games in 2008 before playing in one game for the Dolphins in a playoff loss to the Baltimore Ravens.

The Dolphins cut him on Sept. 5, 2009 during the final major roster cutdown and he wasn’t on a team for the remainder of the season.

Enough Said: The LT Saga comes to a close.

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 08:16 GMT

Well I figured since this is my first post, why not touch on the latest issue concerning the J E T S Jets Jets Jets. As a Jets fan, that never gets tiring. Of course unless they go 1-15 for the season, and somehow we Jets fans go into hibernation for the rest of the year never to be heard from again. But that’s neither here no there and will be touched on in a later issue. Now onto the topic at hand, LaDainian Tomlinson.

The question is, was this a good move by the Jets. Answer, of course it was. I know, I know, he did nothing last year and Thomas Jones did so much more, but the fact is Jones was owed too much money. Tomlinson inked a deal worth 5.1 million for the next two years. Jones was to make 5.8 million for one year. Personally, even though this is an uncapped year, it might not be for long and the Jets need to do everything to keep it as if the year was capped.

The Jets needed two things, a red zone back and a team leader. A team leader not only to the offence but to their rookie back Shone Greene. Now there is not one Jets fan or football that can tell me the Jets didn’t know what they were doing. They drafted Greene for a reason. and that reason was to be their star running back in the future. Well, the future is now Mr. Greene and the torch has been passed. Now, it may be too soon to make him and every down back and the Jets knew that. That’s why Tomlinson is here.

The second reason was they needed a red zone back. Thomas Jones was great in the red zone, but so was Tomlinson. Jones averaged 122 yards and 12 touchdowns in the red zone. Tomlinson averaged 106 yard 11 touchdowns. Pretty close and pretty outstanding as well. The Jets needed a guy to ground and pound the ball and the fact of the matter is Thomas wasn’t that guy anymore. Is it just me, or did he look extremely fatigued in that AFC Championship game?

Look, here’s what it come down to, money and change or scenery. The fact that Jones was to make almost 6 million at the age of 31-32 was not sitting well with the organization. Leader is one thing, but in my opinion the guy was on his last leg. Yes Tomlinson is almost the same age, but I think behind our stellar line he’ll be a force. My opinion is the Jets revitalize his career. Call me crazy, but I think it’s possible. Hey look at Jones. Who was he before he came here? Well I know he was on the Bears, that’s pretty much about it.

Tannenbaum is known the change it up and change it up he sure did. This is not the first time he’s made a great move, but again I’ll get into that at a later time. Hint, look for Enough Said: Tannenbaum, in Jets Fans We Trust. The change in scenery was much needed in our backs and to bring in a veteran like Tomlinson is huge.

Jones to you I say this. Thank you for the three excellent years you’ve produced for us, but hey the fact is you were getting too old and wanted too much money. Was the acquisition of LT a good move? Yup!

Enough said!

Next week, or maybe even a couple of days I tackle the famous quote by our beloved ex coach Herm Edwards, “The Same Ol’ Jets”.

Tomlinson aboard; former Charger inks two-year deal

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 14:29 GMT

The Jets led the league in rushing last year, and today they have added another threat in the backfield, as they have inked former Chargers running back LaDainian Tomlinson to a two-year deal.

“He wanted to go to a team that he thought had a chance to compete for the championship,” L.T. agent Tom Condon told The Associated Press in a telephone interview. “He wanted to go somewhere where he had a chance to have a significant role, and so with the Jets he also was going to be very familiar with the offensive system.”

Tomlinson was let go last month by the Chargers after a 9-year career there. He was being courted by the Vikings, but after talking to them last Thursday took off to New York, and was impressed with coach Rex Ryan and the run game that the Jets seemed focused in on.

Right now L.T. ranks eighth on the NFL’s career rushing list with 12,490 yards, and the Jets handed him a deal worth about $5.2 million. “Good move by the organization,” Jets CB Darelle Revis tweeted. “I couldn’t be more excited about this.”

Last season Tomlinson ran for 730 yards—his first season under 1,000—on 223 carries for an average of 3.3 yards per carry, all career lows. He scored 12 touchdowns.

Rex Ryan Goes Under the Knife

Sun, 14 Mar 2010 14:42 GMT

The Rex Ryan we're all used to seeing will be different next time we see him.

Ryan underwent a lap-band procedure to help him fight his obesity on Saturday.

Ryan, 47, who weighed 340 pounds at the start of last season, was released after the morning surgery and returned to his home in New Jersey, Speight said.

The surgery entails placing an adjustable gastric band around the upper part of the stomach. It makes the stomach smaller so it holds less food. Eventually, the appetite decreases, leading to weight loss.

John Daly underwent the same procedure last year and lost 115 pounds.

Here's to hoping Rex makes a full recovery.

L.T. to the Jets? I’ll Pass

Sat, 13 Mar 2010 16:04 GMT

The Jets wined and dine LaDainian Tomlinson yesterday in hopes of signing him to replace the void left by Thomas Jones.

The Jets are reportedly the favorites to sign L.T., but he is headed back to San Diego to mull the decision.

While the though of adding LaDainian Tomlinson sounds appealing, if I were Mike Tannenbaum I would pass.

However, it seems as if the Jets are intent of signing him and reportedly are willing to match the 2 year $5 million deal the Chiefs gave Thomas Jones.

If the Jets are willing to spend this much money on a third string running back, why didn't they just keep Thomas Jones is the first place?

Tomlinson is only a year younger than Jones, but more importantly he has more mileage on his tires.

Looking at last year's stats Jones was significantly better than Tomlinson. He had over double the yards, more touchdowns, and averaged almost a yard more per carry.

Tomlinson will be enshrined in the Hall of Fame one day, but he isn't that kind of player anymore.

Of any running back that received at least 100 carries last year, Tomlinson had the worst yard per carry average (3.3).

All Jet fans got a first hand view of the player Tomlinson is now in the playoffs, where he rushed for 24 yards on 12 carries.

He lacked any burst whatsoever. He just ran straight into the line and got stuffed repeatedly.

Watching the game, I was cheering every time they gave him a carry because I knew he wasn't getting more than three yards.

Now what value does he add to the Jets?

I'll admit he still can deliver on the goal line, but Shonn Greene can handle that.

He isn't a receiving threat anymore and I'd much rather have Leon Washington out there on third downs.

He adds no special teams value and who knows how he will react to a diminished role.

So the Jets would be getting a washed up running back, who would add nothing that they don't already have and pay him the same amount that the guy they released, who is a much better payer, received. Tell me how that makes sense?

Sorry L.T., but I hope you pick Brett and the Vikings.

Jets sign former Browns safety Brodney Pool

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 19:37 GMT

The Jets have come to terms with a safety with a history of injury issues, as today the team inked Brodney Pool. The report from PFT says that the deal is a one-year deal worth $1.3 mil:

Free agent safety Brodney Pool is about to become a Jet.

Adam Schefter of ESPN is reporting that the New York Jets reached an agreement on a one-year, $1.3 million deal with Pool on Thursday night.

Pool has played his entire five-year career in Cleveland but wasn't tendered by the Browns. That means the Jets won't have to send any compensation to the Browns, even though Pool was technically a restricted free agent.

Pool has suffered multiple concussions, and after his latest concussion cut short his 2009 season, there was talk that it could end his career. But Pool was given a clean bill of health in February.

In addition to the Jets, teams that showed an interest in Pool included the Rams and Buccaneers.

Poll: Should the Jets Ink L.T.?

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 19:30 GMT

Update Your Bookmarks

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 18:25 GMT

We've moved Nick's Blog to a new address: http://nickmangold.net/newsblog We know all of Nick's fans will love the changes made to the blog.

Not Concerned with Betting Lines

Thu, 13 Dec 2007 13:12 GMT

“Vegas can pick the numbers from anywhere,” Mangold says. “We are focused on watching the film and seeing what they are doing and what we can do.”; When it comes down to it, we don't have time to worry about (the betting line).”

Full Story: Grudge match: Jets, Pats can't shake off rivalry – [USA Today]

Remember the Titans

Wed, 10 Oct 2007 00:32 GMT

Today I was able to take part in the unveiling of the New York Titans throwback uniforms. Its pretty amazing how the origins of the New York Jets kind of got lost. The Titans started in 1960 and switched to the Jets in 1963. At the unveiling there were some reporters there who covered the Titans when they were playing. I was able to talk to some of them, and they had some amazing stories about the history behind the present day Jets. They said that when they first opened training camp tryouts for guys who hadn't lost the dream of playing, most that came out were in their late 20s. I thought it was amazing to learn how our organization started with guys that played the game simply for the excitement and love of playing. To see the progress made from then to now is awesome. I think that how the sport has grown is a reflection of how great this game is. It is really exciting to be a part of a legacy like that of the Jets.

We have a big challenge ahead of us this week. Philly is going to be a difficult task, but we have a great bunch of guys who want to do the work that is necessary for us to be successful.

Keep on Keeping on,
Mangold

HALO 3

Tue, 25 Sep 2007 19:20 GMT

My blog is a little late and a little short for one main reason this week: Halo 3 has graced us with its presence. I was never big into video games until my college roommate introduced me to Halo. For those who haven't enjoyed the greatness that follows Halo around like Linus' blanket, it is a sci-fi first-person-shooter video game. You can play by yourself or join others online to play as a group. Since my introduction to Halo I have wasted many hours of my life to the game. When I first arrived at the Jets, it was a pleasant surprise to learn that many of my teammates enjoy the game as much as I do. During training camp it gets pretty intense with different Halo competitions and rivalries. I think it gives us a simple escape from the rigors of practice and meetings.

Anywho, after receiving the game last night and logging a good amount of hours to my family's chagrin, I highly recommend going out and purchasing it. The good folks over at Microsoft and Bungie did a great job with number three. You will not be disappointed.

Keep on Keepin on,
Mangold

Fall is Coming

Tue, 18 Sep 2007 17:09 GMT

Here in New York, the weather (for the moment) is changing to the crisp air that accompanies my favorite season. This morning when I woke up it was 60 degrees out, and I can't tell you how happy I was to see it that low. I am not a warm weather person. Don't get me wrong, I enjoy warm weather with the best of them… but I LOVE the cold. I have always said you can only take off so many clothes, but you can always add them on. I'll keep my fingers crossed that it continues this way and that we don't end up with one of those “late September heat waves”.

On the football side of life, we have a great challenge in the Dolphins. They have a very strong defense, with playmakers all over the place. I think we all realize the work that that needs to be done, and I'm looking forward to getting in there and turning this thing around.

That's the short and Long of the Island,
Mangold