James Jones - Sneeky Play this weekend? (1 Viewer)

[SammyJankis]

From the blogger on Wednesday:

Three Key Weapons Still Limited For PackersTom Silverstein, Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel - [Full Article]Green Bay Packers RBs Vernand Morency (knee) and Brandon Jackson (concussion) both practiced in pads for the second time this week on Wednesday, but they were listed as having "limited" practice time. WR Donald Driver (foot) also practiced in pads, but was limited.

From the blogger on Thursday:

Packers WR Jennings Added To Injury ReportGreg A. Bedard, Milwaukee Journal Sentinal - [Full Article]The Green Bay Packers got some bad news on Thursday when WR Greg Jennings left practice early with a hamstring injury. It is not known how serious the injury is. Jennings was in the locker room in the period open to the media. He limped only slightly and had no bandages or wraps on the leg. Packers HC Mike McCarthy did not mention Jennings' injury in a session with reporters early on Thursday afternoon, but his name showed up on the daily injury report as having taken part in practice on a limited basis.

I don't have the stones to play him this weekend, but considering the amount of looks he got in the preseason, the fact that jennings has been the inivislble man this offseason and that Driver/Jennings are both somewhat gimpy, Jones seems like he could be a sneaky candidate to post a nice week.They always say the NFL is about seizing opportunities when presented (i've watched too many episodes of "Hard Knocks"), and it sure looks like Jones is being presented a nice opportunity.

 

[Sabertooth]

 

[Eagle Eye]

From Bob Harris:

Don't assume rookie James Jones will start if Jennings can't go. Jones worked amost exclusively at flanker behind Donald Driver. Jennings is the split end and it's unlikely Jones would be up to speed on that spot.

Ruvell Martin is listed as Jenning's backup on the team's official depth chart. ...

 

[LawFitz]

This is absolutely pathetic and borderline ridicurrus, but I may have to start not one, not two, but dare i say three rookies this week in their first NFL games.

AP, CJ2 and JJ

Driver owner who is very scared of the ol' one play and out this week.

 

[JohnnyU]

Yes, he might be a good play, but keep in mind that Ruvell Martin will start if Jennings can't, because he plays split end whereas Jones plays flanker. Having said that, I think Jones is a better play than Martin.

 

[ssg paul]

Hmmm, this is interesting news. Been debating between Chambers, Kennison and Porter; but if reports are limited practice for Driver or Jennings, I should think it's not too much of a stretch starting Jones over my other 3 options.

 

[JohnnyU]

From Bob Harris:

Don't assume rookie James Jones will start if Jennings can't go. Jones worked amost exclusively at flanker behind Donald Driver. Jennings is the split end and it's unlikely Jones would be up to speed on that spot.

Ruvell Martin is listed as Jenning's backup on the team's official depth chart. ...

True, but Jones is still the better play, even at WR #3.

 

[ThePittbully]

I started him as a flex in a 16 team league, im hoping for a few yards and a TD if they put him in around the goal line

 

[cjack]

From Bob Harrison't assume rookie James Jones will start if Jennings can't go. Jones worked amost exclusively at flanker behind Donald Driver. Jennings is the split end and it's unlikely Jones would be up to speed on that spot.Ruvell Martin is listed as Jenning's backup on the team's official depth chart. ...

Is there any chance Driver slides over to split end, since he may have more experience with that role (purely speculative on my part) and Jones fills in at flanker, in an effort to get the best two WRs on the field?

 

[Irish]

From Bob Harris:

Don't assume rookie James Jones will start if Jennings can't go. Jones worked amost exclusively at flanker behind Donald Driver. Jennings is the split end and it's unlikely Jones would be up to speed on that spot.

Ruvell Martin is listed as Jenning's backup on the team's official depth chart. ...

As expected, wide receiver Donald Driver (foot) is listed as probable and should start. Defensive end Aaron Kampman is also listed as probable with a twinge in his rib cage. He was limited in practice on Friday.On the negative side, wide receiver Greg Jennings was not able to practice with a right hamstring injury and is listed as questionable.

"We're just being smart with him today," McCarthy said. "I talked to Greg at practice. He feels good about Sunday's contest, but we'll work him again tomorrow. He went through the whole rehab phase today. I'll get some information when I get back in there. I'll just go back on what he tells me and what the trainers tell me. Hopefully they tell me the same thing. That's sometimes a problem."

If Jennings can't go, McCarthy said rookie James Jones would start in Jennings' place.

 

[JohnnyU]

If Jennings can't go, McCarthy said rookie James Jones would start in Jennings' place.

cool, thx for the info. I'm starting Jones in 2 leagues.

 

[duaneok66]

If Jennings can't go, McCarthy said rookie James Jones would start in Jennings' place.

cool, thx for the info. I'm starting Jones in 2 leagues.

I have Jones in both of my leagues - but I'm in a hold position until I see results . . . who are you starting him over??

 

[JohnnyU]

If Jennings can't go, McCarthy said rookie James Jones would start in Jennings' place.

cool, thx for the info. I'm starting Jones in 2 leagues.

I have Jones in both of my leagues - but I'm in a hold position until I see results . . . who are you starting him over??

In MOX 1 (14 team, 20 man rosters) I'm starting him over DeAngelo Williams, Anthony Gonzalez, Steve Smith (NYG). In HyperActive League (12 teams, 26 man rosters) I'm starting him over Terry Glenn, Michael Turner, Anthony Gonzalez, Steve Smith (NYG), Eric Johnson, and Marcus Pollard.

 

[smackdaddies]

I started him as a flex in a 16 team league, im hoping for a few yards and a TD if they put him in around the goal line

Pittbully . You are one of the few people in a leauge big enough to actually have a reason to start him.Packers v. Philli - Bad Match Up for the PackPackers have no starting RB, no decent TE and they are starting WRs that are hurtJust exactly when is starting ANY Packer offensive player a good idea this weekend?If I was back in my 20 team league, I would do it - but in my two 12 team leagues? If you are even thinking about starting him you drafted horribly

 

[duaneok66]

If Jennings can't go, McCarthy said rookie James Jones would start in Jennings' place.

cool, thx for the info. I'm starting Jones in 2 leagues.

I have Jones in both of my leagues - but I'm in a hold position until I see results . . . who are you starting him over??

In MOX 1 (14 team, 20 man rosters) I'm starting him over DeAngelo Williams, Anthony Gonzalez, Steve Smith (NYG). In HyperActive League (12 teams, 26 man rosters) I'm starting him over Terry Glenn, Michael Turner, Anthony Gonzalez, Steve Smith (NYG), Eric Johnson, and Marcus Pollard.

looks like 2 tough leagues . . . for your sake (and mine down the road) I hope Jones goes off . . .good luck . . .

btw, I'm sure you enjoyed Thursday night - I am watching it on Tivo again, I couldnt be more impressed with the defense, and Ugoh played better than I thought he would . . .

 

[-OZ-]

If Jennings can't go, McCarthy said rookie James Jones would start in Jennings' place.

cool, thx for the info. I'm starting Jones in 2 leagues.

I have Jones in both of my leagues - but I'm in a hold position until I see results . . . who are you starting him over??

In MOX 1 (14 team, 20 man rosters) I'm starting him over DeAngelo Williams, Anthony Gonzalez, Steve Smith (NYG). In HyperActive League (12 teams, 26 man rosters) I'm starting him over Terry Glenn, Michael Turner, Anthony Gonzalez, Steve Smith (NYG), Eric Johnson, and Marcus Pollard.

Two players you like? Looks like a mistake to have started him over EJ, but who knew?

He'll be starting in one of my leagues, but not for me.

 

[TenMidgets]

Per Rotoworld:

Sep. 7 - 5:06 pm et

James Jones will start if Greg Jennings (hamstring, questionable) does not play Sunday against the Eagles.

We suspect Donald Driver would then play split end, with Jones at flanker. Both would be a strong bet for several targets in an offense that passes as frequently as any in the NFL. Jones is a solid WR3 if Jennings is out. The Packers play in an early game Sunday, so check the morning inactives.

Source: packers.com

Looks like a VERY sneaky play indeed...

 

[JohnnyU]

If Jennings can't go, McCarthy said rookie James Jones would start in Jennings' place.

cool, thx for the info. I'm starting Jones in 2 leagues.

I have Jones in both of my leagues - but I'm in a hold position until I see results . . . who are you starting him over??

In MOX 1 (14 team, 20 man rosters) I'm starting him over DeAngelo Williams, Anthony Gonzalez, Steve Smith (NYG). In HyperActive League (12 teams, 26 man rosters) I'm starting him over Terry Glenn, Michael Turner, Anthony Gonzalez, Steve Smith (NYG), Eric Johnson, and Marcus Pollard.

Two players you like? Looks like a mistake to have started him over EJ, but who knew?

He'll be starting in one of my leagues, but not for me.

Yes, I like A Gonzalez and Steve Smith (NYG), but I also know that Jones is ready to contribute now. Maybe the other two will be soon as well.

 

[Neil Beaufort Zod]

I guess it might be sneaky...but it's also incredibly risky. This guy has never started (or played in) a real NFL game. I don't know how I'd feel about starting someone like that. He's in a great situation, seems to have talent and might have just caught the break he needs to accelerate his career. But week 1?

I guess if it's a very large league where you addressed other positions (QB, RB, maybe even Gates) before WR then he's your best option. Otherwise I wouldn't bench him for anyone considered "safe."

 

[JohnnyU]

I guess it might be sneaky...but it's also incredibly risky. This guy has never started (or played in) a real NFL game. I don't know how I'd feel about starting someone like that. He's in a great situation, seems to have talent and might have just caught the break he needs to accelerate his career. But week 1? I guess if it's a very large league where you addressed other positions (QB, RB, maybe even Gates) before WR then he's your best option. Otherwise I wouldn't bench him for anyone considered "safe."

"Safe" doesn't win championships....of course you don't start Jones over....let's say...Lee Evans or someone like that, but in leagues where your options are not that great for your last starter you could do worse than James Jones.

 

[Neil Beaufort Zod]

I guess it might be sneaky...but it's also incredibly risky. This guy has never started (or played in) a real NFL game. I don't know how I'd feel about starting someone like that. He's in a great situation, seems to have talent and might have just caught the break he needs to accelerate his career. But week 1? I guess if it's a very large league where you addressed other positions (QB, RB, maybe even Gates) before WR then he's your best option. Otherwise I wouldn't bench him for anyone considered "safe."

"Safe" doesn't win championships....of course you don't start Jones over....let's say...Lee Evans or someone like that, but in leagues where your options are not that great for your last starter you could do worse than James Jones.

Well, I'll take the other side and say you can't win a championship in week 1, but you can put yourself in a hole early by losing a game you didn't have to lose. I guess it always depends on your options, but I think you'd have to be in a pretty big league to have Jones as your best starter in week 1. Then again, Colston was a rookie last year, too. But he spent week 1 on my league's waiver wire. Favre could use another good target, so we'll see.

 

[TheBradyBunch]

James Jones expects Jennings to play, fwiw.

http://www.madison.com/wsj/home/sports/225537

SAT., SEP 8, 2007 - 1:18 AM

Packers notes: Jennnings sits with hamstring injury

By JASON WILDE

608-252-6176

jwilde@madison.com

GREEN BAY -- It turns out the starting wide receiver the Green Bay Packers have to worry about being available for Sunday 's regular-season opener against Philadelphia isn't Donald Driver. It 's Greg Jennings.

Jennings strained a hamstring in practice Thursday and sat out Friday's workout. He is listed as questionable on the team 's official injury report. Driver, who suffered a sprained right foot in an Aug. 23 preseason game against Jacksonville, is listed as probable and participated fully in Friday 's practice.

"I thought Donald looked good," Packers coach Mike McCarthy said. "I don't forsee him having a problem."

McCarthy said Jennings told him he "feels good" about playing Sunday, but the trainers will have the final call.

"Hopefully they tell me the same thing," McCarthy said. "That's sometimes the problem."

If Jennings can't go, James Jones would start and Ruvell Martin would become the third receiver.

"Definitely I'm expecting Greg to play," Jones said. "I don't think his injury is that serious."

At halfback, rookie Brandon Jackson is poised to start after participating fully Friday. Vernand Morency did not practice but did not have a setback, McCarthy said. Instead, McCarthy said Morency simply was "sore." Morency missed virtually all of camp after straining the patellar tendon in his right knee July 28, the first day of practice.

Asked if Morency was ready to play after such a long layoff, McCarthy replied, "He's really pushed it as far as conditioning and rehab. (So) I would say yes, in certain situations. I would not put him out there to play 50, 60 snaps. That wouldn't be the plan for him."

 

[thecardiackid]

Don't have the stones to put him in over C Chambers (yet...), but should be interesting to see what happens if JJ gets the start w/ Jennings dinged and has a nice game. If it wasn't PHI I'd be more inclined to put him in @ WR3/flex.

 

[kensat30]

Brett Favre gets owned by Philly. I really wouldn't want to start James Jones this week even if I knew Jennings would sit.

 

[JohnnyU]

Well, I'll take the other side and say you can't win a championship in week 1, but you can put yourself in a hole early by losing a game you didn't have to lose. I guess it always depends on your options, but I think you'd have to be in a pretty big league to have Jones as your best starter in week 1.

Then again, Colston was a rookie last year, too. But he spent week 1 on my league's waiver wire. Favre could use another good target, so we'll see.

I never said Jones was my best starter in the leagues that I'm starting him. In MOX 1 I am also starting Owens, Roy Williams, Witten, Benson, Foster, and Peyton Manning. In HyperActive I'm also starting Holt, Walker, Dal Clark, LT2, Bell, and Peyton Manning. James Jones just happens to be my best option in those leagues as my LAST starter.

 

[LawFitz]

I have Jones and Driver and I'm really scared that Driver is gonna aggravate the foot and come out early. The rook seems to already have chemistry with Favre, but do I dare start him???

Gonna be a tough call.

 

[NOONAN]

I picked up J Jones with the last pick of our draft. We start 11 on offense and he will be my WR4.

 

[az_prof]

I thought he was overhyped, and he was; but with Jennings on the injury report and Driver always an injury concern, he IS a sneaky play this week.

 

[bongo92]

I've been thinking about being "sneaky" here too...James Jones over DJ Hackett or Calvin Johnson as my #3 WR?

 

[Neil Beaufort Zod]

Well, I'll take the other side and say you can't win a championship in week 1, but you can put yourself in a hole early by losing a game you didn't have to lose. I guess it always depends on your options, but I think you'd have to be in a pretty big league to have Jones as your best starter in week 1.

Then again, Colston was a rookie last year, too. But he spent week 1 on my league's waiver wire. Favre could use another good target, so we'll see.

I never said Jones was my best starter in the leagues that I'm starting him. In MOX 1 I am also starting Owens, Roy Williams, Witten, Benson, Foster, and Peyton Manning. In HyperActive I'm also starting Holt, Walker, Dal Clark, LT2, Bell, and Peyton Manning. James Jones just happens to be my best option in those leagues as my LAST starter.

I should have said best option remaining as a starter. Maybe they're 14-team or 16-team leagues or something. I definitely wouldn't want to start him in a 12-teamer, though. But I wish you good luck with him. May he shine bright on Sunday.

 

[flranger]

I've been thinking about being "sneaky" here too...James Jones over DJ Hackett or Calvin Johnson as my #3 WR?

Could be right.....but I sure wouldn't bench either of those two guys for J Jones.

 

[captbly]

I have Jennings and Jones, Right now I am sitting them both for I. Bruce. But if Jennings is definitly not playing I am going to go with Jones. Farve was throwing everything to him in preseason. I assume if Jennings sits out, Jones would actually be taking Drivers spot in the Offense

 

[Mmen of Steel]

Thanks for the update. Keep us posted on your team.

I can't wait to get a detailed score-by-score rundown of your game.

 

[Hipple Long Ware & Peete]

Hmmm, this is interesting news. Been debating between Chambers, Kennison and Porter; but if reports are limited practice for Driver or Jennings, I should think it's not too much of a stretch starting Jones over my other 3 options.

i'd play chambers here. he is awesome and trent green will rely on him.

 

[captbly]

Thanks for the update. Keep us posted on your team.I can't wait to get a detailed score-by-score rundown of your game.

Bite Me!!Greg Jennings-WR- Packers Sep. 8 - 1:37 am et The Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel reports the chances of Greg Jennings (hamstring) and Vernand Morency (knee) playing Sunday "don't look good." Jennings' limp was apparent Friday morning after he reportedly looked O.K. on Thursday. Morency would be replaced by DeShawn Wynn on third downs. Source: Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel

 

[Hipple Long Ware & Peete]

I think I am going JJ over Joe Horn. Minnesota usually plays low scoring ugly games and the falcons line still sucks.

 

[paydrt]

If he's a 3rd what the hell. What could possibly go wrong? I remeber starting "Snoop" Minnis in his NFL regular season debut, scored a TD too........Ahhh good times, where is he now?

 

[JohnnyU]

If he's a 3rd what the hell. What could possibly go wrong? I remeber starting "Snoop" Minnis in his NFL regular season debut, scored a TD too........Ahhh good times, where is he now?

Yeah, Minnis could probably walk under a door standing up.

 

[Phil Elliott]

... not sure who else you have but if its between Jennings and Jones I would go with Jones. Looks like Jennings is "doubtful" this week. In fact, I'm not sure Jones is the better play all season. Jennings is not doing much to impress this year...

 

[Big Dumb Ape]

Start Bruce over either of them, no matter who's hurt or healthy

 

[Anthony Borbely]

Start Bruce over either of them, no matter who's hurt or healthy

 

[Bri]

I don't like Jennings as a GTD. It's like waiting to hear if he'll struggle thru a game.

It's not praying Steve Smith is gonna tough it out because the rest of the WRs outlook is bleak, this is much different. The backup, James Jones, seems to be(we don't know yet, still a rook, never played an NFL game) a quality backup. The last time that guy's backup(another promising young WR but with less upside) played in an NFL game he had over 100 yards receiving, Ruvell. I don't see the huge pressing need for the Pack to push Jennings. For FF, this wouldn't be the week I go with Jennings.

 

[el-gato-grande]

Hmmm, this is interesting news. Been debating between Chambers, Kennison and Porter; but if reports are limited practice for Driver or Jennings, I should think it's not too much of a stretch starting Jones over my other 3 options.

i'd play chambers here. he is awesome and trent green will rely on him.

As a former owner of Chambers, I can tell you he is most certainly NOT awesome. Aside from one good up and down year, he is one of the most frustrating players from a fantasy football standpoint to own. Stay away!!

 

[Deuce'sWild]

FOXSports' John Czarnecki writes that the Packers "should be without Greg Jennings" for Sunday's matchup versus the Eagles.

It doesn't look like Jennings will play due to a hamstring injury, meaning rookie James Jones will start opposite Donald Driver. Plug Jones into your lineup if you're going back and forth between who to start at WR3. He should see a ton of targets in the Packers' pass happy offense.

Source: FOXSports.com

 

[Deuce'sWild]

FOXSports' John Czarnecki writes that the Packers "should be without Greg Jennings" for Sunday's matchup versus the Eagles.

It doesn't look like Jennings will play due to a hamstring injury, meaning rookie James Jones will start opposite Donald Driver. Plug Jones into your lineup if you're going back and forth between who to start at WR3. He should see a ton of targets in the Packers' pass happy offense.

Source: FOXSports.com

 

[jeter23]

FOXSports' John Czarnecki writes that the Packers "should be without Greg Jennings" for Sunday's matchup versus the Eagles.

It doesn't look like Jennings will play due to a hamstring injury, meaning rookie James Jones will start opposite Donald Driver. Plug Jones into your lineup if you're going back and forth between who to start at WR3. He should see a ton of targets in the Packers' pass happy offense.

 

[cobalt_27]

FOXSports' John Czarnecki writes that the Packers "should be without Greg Jennings" for Sunday's matchup versus the Eagles.It doesn't look like Jennings will play due to a hamstring injury, meaning rookie James Jones will start opposite Donald Driver. Plug Jones into your lineup if you're going back and forth between who to start at WR3. He should see a ton of targets in the Packers' pass happy offense.

 

[Deuce'sWild]

I already posted this in the other two threads on Jennings and Jones.

 

[cobalt_27]

I already posted this in the other two threads on Jennings and Jones.

You want a cookie?

 

[bcr8f]

Shouldn't the title be "should be out"?