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IF LJ is released as the rumors say (1 Viewer)
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Sabertooth
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Green Bay just signed Ahman Green. Ahman Green < Larry Johnson
Just sayin.
Just sayin.
Patriots....I really can't think of anywhere else that makes sense. It would have to be a contender and someone with so real issues at RB. It is either the Patriots or the Patriots, IMHO.
What about the Steelers? I know they historically don't take on players with baggage but under Tomlin I think they might be having a philosophical change. I've read before were LJ was upset when the Steelers did not draft him and had always dreamed of playing for them. Mendenhall has looked really good lately but he's not a great power runner and has been having a fumble problem lately. If LJ were willing to accept a reduced role, a huge IF by the way, I think he could provide the Steelers an upgrade in the power running department.
TommyGilmore
Footballguy
Pittsburgh and New England are too classy to take him on.
SleeperPix
Footballguy
Adam Shefter was reporting earlier that he did not expect KC to release him.
If I were Pittsburg I would not rock the boat. They are fine.NE would need to have a come-to-Jesus talk with him first and it would just be a remainder of the season deal. The injuries in NE make it interesting. After all, they did take Randy Moss. Maybe NE is the place for disgruntled NFL players go to be team players. That would make NE a sick opponent to have on your schedule.
Hipple Long Ware & Peete
Footballguy
NE takes on tons of reclamation projects. (see moss, rudi, et al)That move seems to make the most sense to me, as injured/####ty as the pats backfield is.
bcr8f
Footballguy
Ted should snatch him up.
abe froman
Footballguy
OAK!!! As if he'd fit in anywhere else...
Hipple Long Ware & Peete
Footballguy
CrossEyed
Footballguy
There is zero chance that the Steelers bring in a head case like Johnson. Ain't gonna happen.
I don't know why anyone would want him. He's not going to sign to be a backup, and he doesn't play ST. He hasnt shown anything above replacement level talent in the past 2 years.
Now that Mike Shanahan and Jon Gruden are gone from the league, I don't know what coach would take on an aging, untalented headcase.
Now that Mike Shanahan and Jon Gruden are gone from the league, I don't know what coach would take on an aging, untalented headcase.
BustedKnuckles
Footballguy
Former Chiefs coach Marty Schottenheimer told Sirius NFL Radio this week that with his repeated troublesome behavior, Johnson could have a hard time finding a new job in the NFL:
"Let me ask you this, of the other 31 teams in the National Football League, who in the world is going to bring him into their locker room? Whether they're losing or, certainly they won't if they're winning. But, to me, the guy doesn't have the skill level to warrant the kind of b.s. that they're putting up with out there and I would not be surprised to see them run him right out of town."
"Let me ask you this, of the other 31 teams in the National Football League, who in the world is going to bring him into their locker room? Whether they're losing or, certainly they won't if they're winning. But, to me, the guy doesn't have the skill level to warrant the kind of b.s. that they're putting up with out there and I would not be surprised to see them run him right out of town."
george
Footballguy
TommyGilmore
Footballguy
Rudi who?As for Moss, did he have a history of DUIs, multiple assault arrests, public bigotry, and disrespecting his coach? Was Moss on probation when New England traded for him?NE takes on tons of reclamation projects. (see moss, rudi, et al)
Jewell
Footballguy
Eventually? Jail.I'd be willing to bet on that.
Otis
Footballguy
I think he meant the other Cinci RB, Corey Dillon.Rudi who?As for Moss, did he have a history of DUIs, multiple assault arrests, public bigotry, and disrespecting his coach? Was Moss on probation when New England traded for him?
TommyGilmore
Footballguy
Sorry, I misplaced my Hipple-to-Sober dictionary.I think he meant the other Cinci RB, Corey Dillon.Rudi who?As for Moss, did he have a history of DUIs, multiple assault arrests, public bigotry, and disrespecting his coach? Was Moss on probation when New England traded for him?NE takes on tons of reclamation projects. (see moss, rudi, et al)
Hipple Long Ware & Peete
Footballguy
Meh. Said Rudi, meant Corey Dillon.Rudi who?As for Moss, did he have a history of DUIs, multiple assault arrests, public bigotry, and disrespecting his coach? Was Moss on probation when New England traded for him?NE takes on tons of reclamation projects. (see moss, rudi, et al)
Cowher Steelers I'd agree with you but I think Tomlin is different. From what Tomlin said about Vick it sounded to me like he'd have pursued Vick if not the need to be more supportive of Ben for his own off the field issues.Either way it's a non-issue, at least this season. I agree with Shefter that the Chiefs will Keyshawn him before they release him.
New England?They've become a refuge for low-character guys. Corey Dillon? Randy Moss? Rodney Harrision?
Belichich doesn't care who he signs. As long as he thinks they'll help him win.
TommyGilmore
Footballguy
I'm sorry that you can't see a difference between unmotivated stars and convicted criminals.Corey Dillon was a Mormon Eagle Scout compared to Larry Johnson.
He is not going anywhere. He will remain on the KC roster and be deactivated every week.
According to Yahoo Sports' Charles Robinson, the Chiefs have not decided to release Larry Johnson in the immediate future -- despite reports to the contrary.
ESPN's Adam Schefter also considers LJ's release unlikely, as it would set a precedent for other veterans to push their way off the roster by acting out. Instead, it's expected that Johnson will be sent to "football purgatory" for the remainder of the year and then released during the offseason. LJ's suspension is only for two weeks, but he hasn't been an asset even while playing. Feel free to drop him in all redraft leagues.
According to Yahoo Sports' Charles Robinson, the Chiefs have not decided to release Larry Johnson in the immediate future -- despite reports to the contrary.
ESPN's Adam Schefter also considers LJ's release unlikely, as it would set a precedent for other veterans to push their way off the roster by acting out. Instead, it's expected that Johnson will be sent to "football purgatory" for the remainder of the year and then released during the offseason. LJ's suspension is only for two weeks, but he hasn't been an asset even while playing. Feel free to drop him in all redraft leagues.
Jewell
Footballguy
Rodney? Really? I mean I know he had a reutation as a dirty player on the field, but he never had an incident off the field. Sure he got pinched for the HGH, but he was already in New England for several seasons before that happened.Plus you named three guys that were brought in over a several year span, while ignoring the hundreds of players that donned the Patriots uniform during that time. It's hardly a refuge. We're certainly not talking Cincinnati here.
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Looks like they are working on a settlement
Larry Johnson and the Chiefs are working on a settlement that would decide Johnson's future in Kansas City.
Asked if the agreement would lead to a separation from the team, agent Peter Schaffer replied: "Not Necessarily." Schaffer was expected to appeal the two-game suspension, though settlement talks may have delayed the action. Regardless of whether or not the settlement leads to LJ's released, he's likely played his last down as a Chief.
Larry Johnson and the Chiefs are working on a settlement that would decide Johnson's future in Kansas City.
Asked if the agreement would lead to a separation from the team, agent Peter Schaffer replied: "Not Necessarily." Schaffer was expected to appeal the two-game suspension, though settlement talks may have delayed the action. Regardless of whether or not the settlement leads to LJ's released, he's likely played his last down as a Chief.
Traders2001
Footballguy
The Bears ...
Forte cant run for more then 3 yds per carry.
Forte cant run for more then 3 yds per carry.
LJ only goes for 2.7.I think people are remember the good couple of years LJ had after he took over for Priest Holmes. I think he was a product of teh system then (as well as Holmes) and is now a washed-up former product of a system.
BaBastage
Footballguy
I don't think he's going anywhere this season, maybe at all.
It's one thing to badmouth your organization. That can be dealt with by strong management and coaches in a "come to Jesus" talk.
Blatantly revealing yourself as disrepectful / homophobic is a different PR animal. I don't think teams will touch him.
It's one thing to badmouth your organization. That can be dealt with by strong management and coaches in a "come to Jesus" talk.
Blatantly revealing yourself as disrepectful / homophobic is a different PR animal. I don't think teams will touch him.
CalBear
Footballguy
Actually, I'm remembering him averaging 4.5 yards per carry last year, and rushing for a total of 290 yards and 3 TDs in the two games that that pathetic team won--including fourth-quarter TDs in both games. In the 4 games that Johnson missed (including game 5 where he got hurt early), the Chiefs averaged less than 90 yards rushing per game and had just one RB touchdown.He could still play well for a decent team.
Aerial Assault
Footballguy
Yup. Their offensive line was fab back then - - could make anybody look good. But the answer is probably Oakland. Since LJ is so classy, he'll be attracted by the prospect of playing against his former team twice per season.
thatguy
Footballguy
That offensive line was probably one of the best units in NFL history, but LJ still looked very good running behind it. I think his success was a combination of a great O Line and a talented RB fueled by anger and aggression.LJ is still an angry person but it doesn't appear to fuel him like it once did. I think he's lost more than a couple of steps, his line is horrendous, and he really just doesn't seem to care.
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joffer
Footballguy
and their offensive line now could make anybody look bad.LJ can still play. he's not what he was, but he can still play.
Corey Dillon may be the biggest thug to have entered the league.http://books.google.co.nz/books?id=yV0tmz-...xim&f=falseTommyGilmore said:
Kitrick Taylor
Footballguy
The Packers were searching hard core for a RB at the trade deadline. Ted Thompson's mentor Ron Wolf, brought on Andre Rison in the year the Packers won the Superbowl. TT also brought Koren Robinson into the fold a couple of years ago.
I honestly don't think LJ would come into a team and be anything but a follower. He can't possibly think he's a team leader anymore, especially after getting run out of KC. Put him on a team with a strong leadership and I think he just falls in line.
I am admittedly a LJ owner (he's my 4th RB in dynasty), but I do believe there is still something left in that tank. KC's QBs and oline have been a joke for the last couple of years. He could have a meaningful contribution on a contender.
I honestly don't think LJ would come into a team and be anything but a follower. He can't possibly think he's a team leader anymore, especially after getting run out of KC. Put him on a team with a strong leadership and I think he just falls in line.
I am admittedly a LJ owner (he's my 4th RB in dynasty), but I do believe there is still something left in that tank. KC's QBs and oline have been a joke for the last couple of years. He could have a meaningful contribution on a contender.
thatguythere
Footballguy
Thanks for the link, that was interesting.
identikit
Footballguy
This makes the most sense to me.Would LJ take a less $ might be the hang-up....
