Jets bring back LaDainian Tomlinson

Among a series of cuts by the New York Jets, the football team decided to keep veteran running back LaDainian Tomlinson for another season.

Tomlinson ran for 914 yards last season, his best year since 2008 when he ran for 1110 yards in San Diego. Tomlinson showed a burst of youthful energy early in the 2010 season, taking a firm hold of the starting job, but by season's end, Tomlinson's role became reduced as he began to show signs of wear and tear.

The Jets want Shonn Greene to be the number one back. Tomlinson has to serve primarily as the third down back next season. The Jets cannot be fooled into thinking he can contribute on a major scale like they did this year. Greene averaged 4.4 yards a carry in the postseason with 198 yards rushing.

He is a bruising, punishing back who can tire defenses, and the Jets need him to have a bigger role in 2011.