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Jets Interested in LaDainian Tomlinson?

To quote Jon McEnroe: "Are you kidding me? You can't be serious?"

Yes, the Jets have not had the greatest off-season in the world, not their fault, because of the fallout over the collective bargaining agreement that has led to an uncapped year and restrictions on teams that qualified for the second round of the 2009-2010 playoffs, there is not much Gang Green can do this off-season.

After trading away Kerry Rhodes to Arizona, the Jets picked up Brodney Poole to a cheap one year deal to replace him. Poole had a decent season for the Browns recording 50 tackles, four interceptions and a sack, but that is not the story here.

LaDainian Tomlinson, the disgruntled running back of the San Diego Chargers is coming to Florham Park today to pay the Jets a visit. A day after losing Thomas Jones to the Chiefs, the Jets are interested in Tomlinson.

Three years ago, this would be a brilliant move, now - not so much. Over the last two seasons, Tomlinson's production has been on a sharp decline. He ran for only 1110 yards with a 3.8 ypc average in 2008, and last season, ran for only 730 yards, 3.3 ypc. He is 30 years old, and already less productive than Thomas Jones was over that same time span.

If it was between keeping TJ and signing LT, the Jets were better off with Jones.

Plus, Tomlinson has the reputation as guy who tends to pout on the sideline when he is not heavily involved in a game. Bringing in a miserable, washed up running back would be a big mistake for the Jets, even when one has the big ticket name like Tomlinson.

The Jets could talk to him, but it should end there.

Comments

Frank Gray said…
Sunday night after the Jets had lt as a guest, conflicting reports say he's locked up. Others say the Vikes are still in it. I think they need him. One question, though? Who's next Phillip Rivers? Is this San Diego or New York? I'm about to release part 2 of my mock draft, I hope you check it out and give it some love. Any interest in a Mets only blog with me? Let me know either way. -Frank
March 14, 2010 at 4:48 PM
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