Corey Dillon (1 Viewer)

[mlball77]

Someone mentioned DET as a possibility in an earlier post. Didn't they comment that they'd like to bring in a vet for insurance for KJ? If so, and depending on Dillon's salary demands (big question), DET would seem a decent fit for him, IMHO.

I don't understand why people think this way. I thought Bryson was looking real good in that offense and Calhoun was their future back. Of all the needs on that team RB doesn't seem to be one.If Jones doesn't return til midseason then maybe they need to add a back but it would make me wonder why they drafted Calhoun.

I don't imagine longtime vets that want rings going to Detroit.

Dillon has a ring, not that he doesn't want more, but he has one. If he wants to go somewhere where he could have a shot at getting some PT, his possible destinations are slim. And IF DET's mgmt said they were looking for some veteran help at the position, Dillon may be a guy they look into. I thought I recalled reading something that said DET might be in the market for veteran help at RB as insurance. If that is the case Dillon might work out.

As for Bryson and Calhoun, they may be good enough to carry the load if KJ can't in 07. I don't know. But again, I was basing my thoughts of DET being a possible match off of what I think I read (about them looking for veteran help this offseason).

 

[Bri]

If he wants to go somewhere where he could have a shot at getting some PT, his possible destinations are slim.

I don't think so at all.Top of my head, Cleveland, NY Jets, NY Giants would each likely give him a good amount of playing time.Given a camp to evaluate, pretty sure Shanny would start Corey over Tatum. As a backup, there's a very large number of teams where he would be a veteran there to give the starter a nice amount of rest.

 

[David Yudkin]

If he wants to go somewhere where he could have a shot at getting some PT, his possible destinations are slim.

I don't think so at all.Top of my head, Cleveland, NY Jets, NY Giants would each likely give him a good amount of playing time.Given a camp to evaluate, pretty sure Shanny would start Corey over Tatum. As a backup, there's a very large number of teams where he would be a veteran there to give the starter a nice amount of rest.

I don't think at this point that we can 100% rule out Dillon returning to New England, so a lot of this may be premature.But if he is done as a Pat, I'm thinking Dillon will try to hang around for long enough to pad his numbers and improve his HOF chances. IMO, he would go where he would be given a chance to at least split the workload (maybe more) regardless of the chances of winning a title. He's 1,500 rushing yards from the #7 spot on the all time rushing list and is 11 yards from 100 TD. Both of those would help his HOF chances.As discussed in several other threads, I don't know if even that makes him a great candidate and I personally don''t see him as a HOFer, but he might stand a chance with a little more statistical padding.

 

[mlball77]

If he wants to go somewhere where he could have a shot at getting some PT, his possible destinations are slim.

I don't think so at all.Top of my head, Cleveland, NY Jets, NY Giants would each likely give him a good amount of playing time.Given a camp to evaluate, pretty sure Shanny would start Corey over Tatum. As a backup, there's a very large number of teams where he would be a veteran there to give the starter a nice amount of rest.

I don't think at this point that we can 100% rule out Dillon returning to New England, so a lot of this may be premature.But if he is done as a Pat, I'm thinking Dillon will try to hang around for long enough to pad his numbers and improve his HOF chances. IMO, he would go where he would be given a chance to at least split the workload (maybe more) regardless of the chances of winning a title. He's 1,500 rushing yards from the #7 spot on the all time rushing list and is 11 yards from 100 TD. Both of those would help his HOF chances.As discussed in several other threads, I don't know if even that makes him a great candidate and I personally don''t see him as a HOFer, but he might stand a chance with a little more statistical padding.

I just don't think Dillon's potential search for a new team would be centered around another ring, but instead the chance to play and possibly carry the load for another season or two. While DET is probably not an ideal fit, I think it would be decent if KJ has any setbacks etc. Although as mentioned by a previous poster, a WCO isn't a system that'd be great for Dillon.

 

[Bizkiteer]

He's all but about DONE. See Eddie George for details on how it ended.

Did Eddie score 13 tds and have a 4.1 avg at the end? As a matter of fact, Dillon has scored 37 tds in the last 3 years with over 3,200 yds. He may be approaching the end, but if he goes somewhere with a good OL, he can still be a viable RB in 2007.

Agreed...there's a big difference between the two at this stage of their careers. When George hit the wall he hit it hard. He really had nothing left in the gas tank and he dropped fast. While Dillon isn't the same RB he was in 2004 he is morphing into a high quality role player. As long as he's used correctly and the expectations are realistic (as well as the contract) he will be an asset to any team he plays for. One other thing about Dillon...and this is somewhat of a surprise. His teammates love him. He's also very good with the young players and he really does seem to understand the player he's becoming. This would have seemed to be a reach about four years ago but the guy really has matured.

George was great one day and sucked the next. Expect that now for Dillon. He's wearing down and injured more than half the time. That comes from all the years and his punshing running style. Though George and Dillon don't have exactly the same style, they both were never shy when it came to contact. If teammates like him or not has really nothing to do with any of it, but have to agree that it is surprising.

 

[Ron_Mexico]

Dillon has made it known that

he wants to stay in New England.

I think he will will re-work his deal

and stay for one more year.

 

[phthalatemagic]

Why the comparisons with Eddie George? George wasn't that good at his peak, not remotely. Eddie George was slightly above average starting RB and was horrible at the end of his career. Corey Dillon was an excellent RB, and is still useful at the end of his career.

 

[Kit Fisto]

Given a camp to evaluate, pretty sure Shanny would start Corey Mike Bell over Tatum.

Fixed. Tatum's finished in Denver.

 

[Blackjacks]

Why the comparisons with Eddie George? George wasn't that good at his peak, not remotely. Eddie George was slightly above average starting RB and was horrible at the end of his career. Corey Dillon was an excellent RB, and is still useful at the end of his career.

I totally disagreeSorry to hijack

 

[MeVsMaradona]

How good would he be to spell Brandon Jacobs for one year...that would be sick.

 

[Kit Fisto]

How good would he be to spell Brandon Jacobs for one year...that would be sick.

You'll need a burner to spell Jacobs, not another plodder.

 

[Tag]

I'm a Maroney owner, however I think Corey stays another year in New England. I will if they let him go.

If Corey stays in NE (which I doubt) he would have to take a pretty big pay cut and also probably be in a backup role. Either way, it's Maroney's time imo.

 

[Boston]

I'm a Maroney owner, however I think Corey stays another year in New England. I will if they let him go.

If Corey stays in NE (which I doubt) he would have to take a pretty big pay cut and also probably be in a backup role. Either way, it's Maroney's time imo.

Maroney needs to show he can carry a full workload. He had some bigtime moments this season but he had some games where he was invisible. Whether it was due to injury or hitting the rookie wall is open for debate. I do think he's the future and the talent is obvious but I would be shocked if there's not another quality back (be it Dillon or someone else) in the Pats backfield to go with Maroney and Faulk.

 

[TheLastDispatch]

He says he wants to play next year, but doesn't expect the Petriots to redo his contract. Do you think he has a igningchance to get major playing time somewhere?

don't know about major playing time, but man would I love to have him in Philadelphia as a short yardage goalline back to comliment Westy.

I'd love to see him in philly too. Unfortunatly, I think we have a better shot at spending money on a linebacker than we do at signing dillon. :(

 

[Tag]

I'm a Maroney owner, however I think Corey stays another year in New England. I will if they let him go.

If Corey stays in NE (which I doubt) he would have to take a pretty big pay cut and also probably be in a backup role. Either way, it's Maroney's time imo.

Maroney needs to show he can carry a full workload. .

Its pretty hard to show that as a rookie playing behind Dillon who was relatively healthy all year.

 

[Boston]

I'm a Maroney owner, however I think Corey stays another year in New England. I will if they let him go.

If Corey stays in NE (which I doubt) he would have to take a pretty big pay cut and also probably be in a backup role. Either way, it's Maroney's time imo.

Maroney needs to show he can carry a full workload. .

Its pretty hard to show that as a rookie playing behind Dillon who was relatively healthy all year.

You're right...he hasn't shown he can or can't. That's why the Pats need to have a plan B. Maroney has a ton of talent. That's pretty easy to see. Yet, he also got hurt and missed games this year as well as getting nicked up a few other times. He also had some games where he was not effective. As for Dillon he was not the workhorse back he had been in the past so it's not like Maroney was playing with LT or Larry Johnson (he also shared a lot of carries in college). I do think Maroney is the future. Yet, I also think the Pats need to make sure they have all the bases covered in 07. If Maroney can't handle a full workload or if the injury bug pops up they need another quality RB in their backfield. Kevin Faulk is a weapon but he's a third down/change of pace back who has been no stranger to injuries himself the past couple of years. Now, whether that other quality RB is Dillon, a draft pick or a free agent veteran remains to be seen but I don't picture a scenario where another solid set of legs is not on their roster.

 

[Iron Mike Tomczak]

teams that might take him:

NE (if he is going to take less money to be the back up why not stay in NE?)

GB (a lot of ??? at running back)

CLE (same as above)

DET (Kevin Jones has injury problems)

OAK (they'll take anyones garbage)

the fact of the matter is that I don't see anything happening untill after the draft. So it will be a while before this gets hot.

oh and PIT or even MIA could be a suprise team in this.

***EDIT***

I just saw the post with the Texans and I agree, that could be a good fit too.

I thought about NE, but I know they'll probably be the lowest bidder and I can't see him coming back.Det could be an option, but I can't see Oak pairing him with Jordan.

Pit won't touch him, they are sastified with the pooper.

Mia puts him in the same situation he was in in NE, I would doubt he would go there unless they opened up their wallets.

Say what dude?I think Pitt could very well make him an offer, being that they need a back to get "power" yards. If Dillon wants a shot at the SuperBowl he may be willing to play for less there.

 

[David Yudkin]

teams that might take him:

NE (if he is going to take less money to be the back up why not stay in NE?)

GB (a lot of ??? at running back)

CLE (same as above)

DET (Kevin Jones has injury problems)

OAK (they'll take anyones garbage)

the fact of the matter is that I don't see anything happening untill after the draft. So it will be a while before this gets hot.

oh and PIT or even MIA could be a suprise team in this.

***EDIT***

I just saw the post with the Texans and I agree, that could be a good fit too.

I thought about NE, but I know they'll probably be the lowest bidder and I can't see him coming back.Det could be an option, but I can't see Oak pairing him with Jordan.

Pit won't touch him, they are sastified with the pooper.

Mia puts him in the same situation he was in in NE, I would doubt he would go there unless they opened up their wallets.

Say what dude?I think Pitt could very well make him an offer, being that they need a back to get "power" yards. If Dillon wants a shot at the SuperBowl he may be willing to play for less there.

I'm not sure Dillon is about the money anymore. I think he wants a chance to play and compile stats.

 

[Boston]

teams that might take him:

NE (if he is going to take less money to be the back up why not stay in NE?)

GB (a lot of ??? at running back)

CLE (same as above)

DET (Kevin Jones has injury problems)

OAK (they'll take anyones garbage)

the fact of the matter is that I don't see anything happening untill after the draft. So it will be a while before this gets hot.

oh and PIT or even MIA could be a suprise team in this.

***EDIT***

I just saw the post with the Texans and I agree, that could be a good fit too.

I thought about NE, but I know they'll probably be the lowest bidder and I can't see him coming back.Det could be an option, but I can't see Oak pairing him with Jordan.

Pit won't touch him, they are sastified with the pooper.

Mia puts him in the same situation he was in in NE, I would doubt he would go there unless they opened up their wallets.

Say what dude?I think Pitt could very well make him an offer, being that they need a back to get "power" yards. If Dillon wants a shot at the SuperBowl he may be willing to play for less there.

I'm not sure Dillon is about the money anymore. I think he wants a chance to play and compile stats.

He redid his contract to come to New England so there is precedent to this point.