Kevin Jones could be out till mid-season 2007 (1 Viewer)

[imeimex]

Kevin Jones-RB-Lions Feb. 10 - 4:55 pm et

NFL Network's Adam Schefter reports Kevin Jones will likely be out until at least mid-season in 2007 with a Lisfranc fracture in his foot.

Detroit will now look to add a tailback and Schefter names free agent Marcel Shipp and RFA Michael Turner as possible targets. 2006 third-rounder Brian Calhoun will also be a major candidate for carries if he's recovered from a torn ACL in time for camp. This creates another need for the Lions and decreases the chances they'll take Brady Quinn at No. 2.

Further speculation from Rotoworld:

Report: KJ Out 'til Mid-Season

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News that Lions running back Kevin Jones, who was in the midst of a breakout 2006 campaign (61 catches, eight TDs, 1209 total yards through 13 games) before suffering a Lisfranc fracture in Week 14, is expected to be sidelined through mid-season in 2007 puts dynasty league owners in a tough spot. However, there are options to explore.

Lions 2006 third-round pick Brian Calhoun, a smallish but elusive Wisconsin product with deceptive power who struggled for regular carries as a rookie before tearing his ACL in practice, is currently atop the depth chart. Calhoun was a standout player in very possibly college football's best defensive conference and underrated in our minds before last year's draft. Whether he'll be ready for minicamps is uncertain, but given the chance to succeed, could become a major fantasy sleeper.

According to the NFL Network's Adam Schefter, the Lions are already exploring the possibility of signing Marcel Shipp in free agency. Shipp had a nice Week 13 fantasy day (three touchdowns) and for a short time became Arizona's goal-line back. He's also likely to depart with Ken Whisenhunt the new Cardinals coach.

If Detroit picks up Shipp (for probably a year like they did Arlen Harris and Aveion Cason near the end of last season), he'd likely compete to start with Calhoun. Schefter's idea that Detroit could go after Michael Turner seems a little far fetched. He'll require a pricy contract extension and two first-day picks and the Lions cannot afford to go that route. They can't afford to pay more than one or two players a sizeable signing bonus because they're only a projected $16 million under the cap. Options like Shipp, Najeh Davenport, and Sammy Morris are more likely.

As far as the Lions' organization, it is now faced with yet another need area. There aren't too many positions at which Detroit doesn't need to upgrade. Defensive tackle (once Cory Redding is retained using the franchise tag or signed to a long-term contract) is a solid position. Weak-side linebacker with Ernie Sims is also. All other positions are in need of more talent. However, the Lions reportedly feel safe at quarterback with Jon Kitna, Josh McCown, and 2005 fifth-round pick Dan Orlovsky.

Thus, with the No. 2 overall pick, Detroit will probably either trade down or fill an immediate need. The chances of Brady Quinn or another player that might take a year or two to develop being selected by the Lions is quite unlikely. Mike Martz and Rod Marinelli are both looking to win now. Matt Millen has been given the benefit of the doubt year in and year out but remains on the hot seat.

If you are in a dynasty league, Calhoun makes for a viable trade target. Shipp could also wind up as a decent option, as he proved last year he can take it in from a yard out. In my dynasty league, I had a Thomas Jones-for-Kevin Jones trade proposed the last few weeks. I quickly took it down and made offers for Calhoun. Going this route could help you save your season if you'd been counting on Jones being ready for Week 1.

 

[Tag]

With this news it wouldnt suprise me if they went AD with the 2nd pick. KJ not being available til mid season it would probably take him the remainder of the year just to get in playing shape. What a wasted year.

 

[imeimex]

It definately will have some long term effect on KJ's dynasty value, as I'm sure they will not rely on Calhoun who has yet to show anything and is coming back from ACL surgery himself. If they do go AD than Kevin Jones time as a Lion is probably over.

 

[Tag]

It definately will have some long term effect on KJ's dynasty value, as I'm sure they will not rely on Calhoun who has yet to show anything and is coming back from ACL surgery himself. If they do go AD than Kevin Jones time as a Lion is probably over.

I would think. This type of injury there is no guarrantee he comes back the same way. Tough to pass up on AD with so much uncertainty hanging over KJ

 

[SproutDaddy]

It definately will have some long term effect on KJ's dynasty value, as I'm sure they will not rely on Calhoun who has yet to show anything and is coming back from ACL surgery himself. If they do go AD than Kevin Jones time as a Lion is probably over.

I would think. This type of injury there is no guarrantee he comes back the same way. Tough to pass up on AD with so much uncertainty hanging over KJ

With our med science he'll be back as long as he doensn't come back too soon. He has to properly heal and rehab. Look at Dunn.

 

[BigSteelThrill]

Even before Shefters report, it was at the point where I just did not expect him to do much in '07.

Hopefully he rebounds splendidly.

 

[fruity pebbles]

nasty injury. a number players in different sports haven't come back at all from it.

 

[Ariakis]

Let's all have a moment of silence to chuckle at those picking up Shipp in dynasty leagues across the country.

 

[jeter23]

Let's all have a moment of silence to chuckle at those picking up Shipp in dynasty leagues across the country.

This will be my first of many wasted waiver moves this offseason.

 

[Tag]

Let's all have a moment of silence to chuckle at those picking up Shipp in dynasty leagues across the country.

This will be my first of many wasted waiver moves this offseason.

After they draft AD you could drop him pretty quick.

 

[JohnnyU]

Let's all have a moment of silence to chuckle at those picking up Shipp in dynasty leagues across the country.

Well Brian, you seemed to like Shipp as recently as Aug 2006. You later dropped him and I just picked him up 9 minutes before your post at FBGs. My guess is that you would have picked him up as well.Your pickup of Shipp in Aug also deserves a chuckle?

acquired Graham, Earnest TBB RB;Shipp, Marcel ARI RB

dropped Brown, Dee KCC RB;Griffin, Quentin FA RB

Sun Aug 13 4:33:50 a.m. ET 2006

 

[Sigmund Bloom]

just took him in the 2nd in an experts mock. The last I heard was back for the beginning of the season...

 

[imeimex]

Let's all have a moment of silence to chuckle at those picking up Shipp in dynasty leagues across the country.

This will be my first of many wasted waiver moves this offseason.

I would have to think that Arlen Harris is a better option than Shipp, since Martz has some man-love for him and brought him along from St. Louis. However, rotoworld is also reporting that the Lions do not have a lot of cap space for a running back and had this to add about Shipp: Marcel Shipp-RB-Cardinals Feb. 10 - 7:32 pm et The NFL Network reports free agent Marcel Shipp is a candidate to land in Detroit following news that Kevin Jones will be out until mid-season.The Lions will likely look at low-budget backs and he qualifies. They could probably do a better, but with limited cap room and Brian Calhoun (knee) possibly ready by minicamps, Shipp seems a distinct possibility. As for Calhoun. I'm a huge fan, I invisioned a Marshall Faulk lite. Unfortunately even in the pre-season I did not get a good look at how his game will translate to the NFL. His year at Wisconsin was pretty impressive. Calhoun is sneaky fast. He also was a former Wide Receiver at Colorado. Of course every running back that the Badgers plug in seem to be sucessful, but I was very impressed with Brian. He could also put a shoulder down from time to time, and although he looks slight of build his weight and size are good. The Lions will most definately have to bring in another back if KJ does indeed miss time, but I think Calhoun can step up and surprise.

 

[Spartans Rule]

Marcel Shipp isn't that bad. Even Edge could only manage 3.4 YPC in Arizona. Give Shipp a line, and I think he does well.

Of course, there's no way he'll have one in Detroit. Even if they draft Joe Thomas and re-sign Damien Woody, the Lions will still be mediocre at best up front.

 

[bicycle_seat_sniffer]

I wonder who Aschefter herd this from?

Everything around town is that Kjones has been progressing fine and is on target for the season. (kowalski at mlive)

 

[The Contrarian]

Dominic Rhodes?

 

[hacman]

just took him in the 2nd in an experts mock. The last I heard was back for the beginning of the season...

hey BloomWho are the other experts participating? If it's cool to add the link, can we follow along?

 

[TheLastDispatch]

Marcel Shipp isn't that bad. Even Edge could only manage 3.4 YPC in Arizona. Give Shipp a line, and I think he does well.

Of course, there's no way he'll have one in Detroit. Even if they draft Joe Thomas and re-sign Damien Woody, the Lions will still be mediocre at best up front.

I've always liked Shipp. I think he could do well in the right situation.

 

[Z-Dog]

With Calhoun already on board and Jones expected to be healthy by mid-year, I don't think the Lions go RB in the first round. Makes more sense to sign a vet to fill in.

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

Dominic Rhodes?

 

[nygiants56]

Portis?

* wishful Betts owner in a dynasty league.

 

[Warhogs]

The Lions could fill the void with several possibilities and how much they spend to bring in a RB might tell us how worried they are. If they spend a high pick(s) at RB they might be worried Kevin Jones may not ever return to the same level. If they are looking to fill the void for half a year to ayear they may look more at a RB like Chris Brown who could come in on a one year deal and get an opportunity to prove himself again.

 

[fruity pebbles]

Wouldn't surprise me if they went with AD with the #2 pick. KJ's only signed through 2008. He's been frequently injured throughout his career and hasn't exactly lit the world on fire when he has played.

 

[pizzatyme]

I love how people crack on players like Shipp. I mean it wasn't long ago that the same things were said about players like LJ and Thomas Jones for goodness sakes!

I;m not saying Shipp is the same as those two, but there is some pretty shortsightedness going on around these parts!

I do not own a dynasty team, for the record.

 

[Ozymandias]

Kevin Jones-RB-Lions Feb. 10 - 4:55 pm et

NFL Network's Adam Schefter reports Kevin Jones will likely be out until at least mid-season in 2007 with a Lisfranc fracture in his foot.

Detroit will now look to add a tailback and Schefter names free agent Marcel Shipp and RFA Michael Turner as possible targets. 2006 third-rounder Brian Calhoun will also be a major candidate for carries if he's recovered from a torn ACL in time for camp. This creates another need for the Lions and decreases the chances they'll take Brady Quinn at No. 2.

Further speculation from Rotoworld:

Report: KJ Out 'til Mid-Season

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News that Lions running back Kevin Jones, who was in the midst of a breakout 2006 campaign (61 catches, eight TDs, 1209 total yards through 13 games) before suffering a Lisfranc fracture in Week 14, is expected to be sidelined through mid-season in 2007 puts dynasty league owners in a tough spot. However, there are options to explore.

Lions 2006 third-round pick Brian Calhoun, a smallish but elusive Wisconsin product with deceptive power who struggled for regular carries as a rookie before tearing his ACL in practice, is currently atop the depth chart. Calhoun was a standout player in very possibly college football's best defensive conference and underrated in our minds before last year's draft. Whether he'll be ready for minicamps is uncertain, but given the chance to succeed, could become a major fantasy sleeper.

According to the NFL Network's Adam Schefter, the Lions are already exploring the possibility of signing Marcel Shipp in free agency. Shipp had a nice Week 13 fantasy day (three touchdowns) and for a short time became Arizona's goal-line back. He's also likely to depart with Ken Whisenhunt the new Cardinals coach.

If Detroit picks up Shipp (for probably a year like they did Arlen Harris and Aveion Cason near the end of last season), he'd likely compete to start with Calhoun. Schefter's idea that Detroit could go after Michael Turner seems a little far fetched. He'll require a pricy contract extension and two first-day picks and the Lions cannot afford to go that route. They can't afford to pay more than one or two players a sizeable signing bonus because they're only a projected $16 million under the cap. Options like Shipp, Najeh Davenport, and Sammy Morris are more likely.

As far as the Lions' organization, it is now faced with yet another need area. There aren't too many positions at which Detroit doesn't need to upgrade. Defensive tackle (once Cory Redding is retained using the franchise tag or signed to a long-term contract) is a solid position. Weak-side linebacker with Ernie Sims is also. All other positions are in need of more talent. However, the Lions reportedly feel safe at quarterback with Jon Kitna, Josh McCown, and 2005 fifth-round pick Dan Orlovsky.

Thus, with the No. 2 overall pick, Detroit will probably either trade down or fill an immediate need. The chances of Brady Quinn or another player that might take a year or two to develop being selected by the Lions is quite unlikely. Mike Martz and Rod Marinelli are both looking to win now. Matt Millen has been given the benefit of the doubt year in and year out but remains on the hot seat.

If you are in a dynasty league, Calhoun makes for a viable trade target. Shipp could also wind up as a decent option, as he proved last year he can take it in from a yard out. In my dynasty league, I had a Thomas Jones-for-Kevin Jones trade proposed the last few weeks. I quickly took it down and made offers for Calhoun. Going this route could help you save your season if you'd been counting on Jones being ready for Week 1.

Doesn't this guy realize that Matt Millen has pictures of the Ford family with dogs and sheep? No way is he on the hot seat.

 

[lions327]

I wonder who Aschefter herd this from?Everything around town is that Kjones has been progressing fine and is on target for the season. (kowalski at mlive)

I was wondering the same thing. I haven't seen anything about this in any of the local papers. I'm keeping an open mind until I hear more.

 

[SproutDaddy]

Wouldn't surprise me if they went with AD with the #2 pick. KJ's only signed through 2008. He's been frequently injured throughout his career and hasn't exactly lit the world on fire when he has played.

I think the Lions have greater needs. KJ will be fine, hopefully. :fingerscrossed:It's not like they should expect much next year anyway. Let him heal while Bryson, Calhoun, and possibly Shipp carry the weight. Peterson fixes nothing.

 

[R.White]

From the Footballguys News Blogger

February 11, 2007, 08:40

Lions :: RB

RB K. Jones On Schedule, Contrary To Report

Tom Kowalski, Michigan Live - [LINK]

There is an internet report that the Lions "now" believe they'll lose RB Kevin Jones for up to half of the 2007 season. The report makes it sound like there's been some new information about his Lisfranc injury, but that's not true. Jones remains in a boot, but has already started the early process of his rehabilitation. He is right on schedule to return for the start of training camp. The Lions are looking to acquire a veteran running back in free agency as insurance, but right now, every indication is that Jones will be back for the start of the season.

 

[-OZ-]

I'm hoping KJ returns. As a Lions fan there are other areas that need addressing with FA $ and the picks. KJ is a decent RB, not exceptional, but solid enough. If he gets healthy, RB is one position on offense I'd feel comfortable with.

 

[Iceman56751]

From the Footballguys News Blogger

February 11, 2007, 08:40

Lions :: RB

RB K. Jones On Schedule, Contrary To Report

Tom Kowalski, Michigan Live - [LINK]

There is an internet report that the Lions "now" believe they'll lose RB Kevin Jones for up to half of the 2007 season. The report makes it sound like there's been some new information about his Lisfranc injury, but that's not true. Jones remains in a boot, but has already started the early process of his rehabilitation. He is right on schedule to return for the start of training camp. The Lions are looking to acquire a veteran running back in free agency as insurance, but right now, every indication is that Jones will be back for the start of the season.

I think Shefter has great connections - reference heat he took for Al Davis firing Art Shell.Could this also be sent out to raise the price of 2nd pick? Heavy talk Cleveland wants AP at pick 3 or 4. If there is talk of Detroit grabbing him - it could create a trade up and extra picks for Detroit in a deal with Cleveland.

 

[fruity pebbles]

Wouldn't surprise me if they went with AD with the #2 pick. KJ's only signed through 2008. He's been frequently injured throughout his career and hasn't exactly lit the world on fire when he has played.

I think the Lions have greater needs. KJ will be fine, hopefully. :fingerscrossed:It's not like they should expect much next year anyway. Let him heal while Bryson, Calhoun, and possibly Shipp carry the weight. Peterson fixes nothing.

Not sure about that. Peterson's twice the back KJ is IMO. If he's a free agent after 2008 and he doesn't play in 2007 then it makes sense to address the position if he's not in their long term plans.

 

[Tag]

From the Footballguys News Blogger

February 11, 2007, 08:40

Lions :: RB

RB K. Jones On Schedule, Contrary To Report

Tom Kowalski, Michigan Live - [LINK]

There is an internet report that the Lions "now" believe they'll lose RB Kevin Jones for up to half of the 2007 season. The report makes it sound like there's been some new information about his Lisfranc injury, but that's not true. Jones remains in a boot, but has already started the early process of his rehabilitation. He is right on schedule to return for the start of training camp. The Lions are looking to acquire a veteran running back in free agency as insurance, but right now, every indication is that Jones will be back for the start of the season.

I think Shefter has great connections - reference heat he took for Al Davis firing Art Shell.Could this also be sent out to raise the price of 2nd pick? Heavy talk Cleveland wants AP at pick 3 or 4. If there is talk of Detroit grabbing him - it could create a trade up and extra picks for Detroit in a deal with Cleveland.

I tend to lean more towards Shefter, NFL Network and NFL.com over some beat writer.

 

[coolnerd]

The real answer is that nobody knows for sure and that EVERYONE including Kevin Jones, the Lions, fantasy owners are going to have to wait and see. Of course, that is not interesting or as fun as wild*** guessing though.

 

[cowboyz]

If they are looking to fill the void for half a year to ayear they may look more at a RB like Chris Brown who could come in on a one year deal and get an opportunity to prove himself again.

 

[Tag]

The real answer is that nobody knows for sure and that EVERYONE including Kevin Jones, the Lions, fantasy owners are going to have to wait and see. Of course, that is not interesting or as fun as wild*** guessing though.

RB's with bad feet dont run very well and this type of injury is nothing to sneeze at. Either way as a KJ owner in a dynasty league i have to plan on not having him for the 2007 season. I feel thats a safe assessment. Im trying to move him now while there is still some speculation on his status. I will probably be taking a hit in his value but i think i can package him for a top young dynasty RB then I'll do it.Besides, i really dont want to be holding KJ during the time the Lions decide to draft AD. I'd rather some other owner have to deal with that potential headache. I might be jumping the gun a bit on this but unlike the Lions my dynasty teams play to win.

 

[WhoDat]

Wouldn't surprise me if they went with AD with the #2 pick. KJ's only signed through 2008. He's been frequently injured throughout his career and hasn't exactly lit the world on fire when he has played.

I think the Lions have greater needs. KJ will be fine, hopefully. :fingerscrossed:It's not like they should expect much next year anyway. Let him heal while Bryson, Calhoun, and possibly Shipp carry the weight. Peterson fixes nothing.

Not sure about that. Peterson's twice the back KJ is IMO. If he's a free agent after 2008 and he doesn't play in 2007 then it makes sense to address the position if he's not in their long term plans.

AD is the best skill position player in the draft besides Johnson. You just don't pass on guys like that. Of course, the Lions are in such horrific shape...it is not even worth getting into that topic or all corresponding causality...they probably will. As has been stated, Jones is just about to live out a contract and, while not meeting a glaring team need like OL/DE/LB, AD would be a great addition. He is a difference maker. Sorry, but guys like Bryson, Calhoun (coming back from ACL) or a retread/stop gap (Shipp/Brown) are not. Peterson is going to help that team win games and he will produce/compliment the effort right away. As a life long Lions fan, I can't say the same about a player like Bryson, Calhoun or anyone else getting mentioned. AD would make a difference.

In regards to Kowalski...

He is the individual that corrected all erroneous reports about Jones' injury and health status when it happened and the following few weeks. In other words he was the guy reporting the correct information. Like him...hate him...agree or disagree...but his information is usually accurate.

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

The Lions have more than just one need, so if they think KJ/Calhoun can be the answer in 2008 at the worst, they should focus on other issues like the line. If the line isn't solid, a RB won't help matters much in 2007 no matter who the starting tailback is.

They should fill in with a FA for a year and focus on long term needs in the draft.

 

[MSULions]

From the Footballguys News Blogger

February 11, 2007, 08:40

Lions :: RB

RB K. Jones On Schedule, Contrary To Report

Tom Kowalski, Michigan Live - [LINK]

There is an internet report that the Lions "now" believe they'll lose RB Kevin Jones for up to half of the 2007 season. The report makes it sound like there's been some new information about his Lisfranc injury, but that's not true. Jones remains in a boot, but has already started the early process of his rehabilitation. He is right on schedule to return for the start of training camp. The Lions are looking to acquire a veteran running back in free agency as insurance, but right now, every indication is that Jones will be back for the start of the season.

I think Shefter has great connections - reference heat he took for Al Davis firing Art Shell.Could this also be sent out to raise the price of 2nd pick? Heavy talk Cleveland wants AP at pick 3 or 4. If there is talk of Detroit grabbing him - it could create a trade up and extra picks for Detroit in a deal with Cleveland.

Lions beat writer Tom Kowalski - the man who would know about this before anyone - says no....

There is a report out there that the Lions "now'' believe they'll lose Kevin Jones for up to half of the 2007 season. The report makes it sound like there's been some new information about his Lisfranc injury, but that's just not true.

Jones just returned from two weeks in Florida, partly to take part in some of the Super Bowl activities. Jones remains in a boot, but has already started the early process of his rehabilitation. He is right on schedule to return for the start of training camp in July.

Now, even if Jones gets cleared to play at that point, it's extremely unlikely the Lions will do much with him until mid-August. There's no point in rushing things and they can afford to give him as much recovery time as possible.



Yes, the Lions are looking to acquire a veteran running back in free agency as insurance -- as they should -- but, right now, every indication is that Jones will be back for the start of the season.

By the way, I don't believe the Lions "leaked'' the story to confuse the issue at the top of the draft board. That's not how they operate. Besides, any half-baked investigation by another team would reveal that it's not true.

http://www.mlive.com/lions/weblog/

 

[JohnnyU]

The Lions have more than just one need, so if they think KJ/Calhoun can be the answer in 2008 at the worst, they should focus on other issues like the line. If the line isn't solid, a RB won't help matters much in 2007 no matter who the starting tailback is.They should fill in with a FA for a year and focus on long term needs in the draft.

 

[BigJim®]

From the Footballguys News Blogger

February 11, 2007, 08:40

Lions :: RB

RB K. Jones On Schedule, Contrary To Report

Tom Kowalski, Michigan Live - [LINK]

There is an internet report that the Lions "now" believe they'll lose RB Kevin Jones for up to half of the 2007 season. The report makes it sound like there's been some new information about his Lisfranc injury, but that's not true. Jones remains in a boot, but has already started the early process of his rehabilitation. He is right on schedule to return for the start of training camp. The Lions are looking to acquire a veteran running back in free agency as insurance, but right now, every indication is that Jones will be back for the start of the season.

I think Shefter has great connections - reference heat he took for Al Davis firing Art Shell.Could this also be sent out to raise the price of 2nd pick? Heavy talk Cleveland wants AP at pick 3 or 4. If there is talk of Detroit grabbing him - it could create a trade up and extra picks for Detroit in a deal with Cleveland.

Lions beat writer Tom Kowalski - the man who would know about this before anyone - says no....

There is a report out there that the Lions "now'' believe they'll lose Kevin Jones for up to half of the 2007 season. The report makes it sound like there's been some new information about his Lisfranc injury, but that's just not true.

Jones just returned from two weeks in Florida, partly to take part in some of the Super Bowl activities. Jones remains in a boot, but has already started the early process of his rehabilitation. He is right on schedule to return for the start of training camp in July.

Now, even if Jones gets cleared to play at that point, it's extremely unlikely the Lions will do much with him until mid-August. There's no point in rushing things and they can afford to give him as much recovery time as possible.



Yes, the Lions are looking to acquire a veteran running back in free agency as insurance -- as they should -- but, right now, every indication is that Jones will be back for the start of the season.

By the way, I don't believe the Lions "leaked'' the story to confuse the issue at the top of the draft board. That's not how they operate. Besides, any half-baked investigation by another team would reveal that it's not true.

http://www.mlive.com/lions/weblog/

It seems a little silly for Kowalksi to be so steadfast on an injury timeline/prognosis when the player is still in a walking boot. Any information out there is pure guesswork with this sort of inury. I don't blame him for reporting the "everything is roses" company line, but I don't doubt there are realists within the Lion's org who are contemplating something less than a best case scenario.

 

[JohnnyU]

From the Footballguys News Blogger

February 11, 2007, 08:40

Lions :: RB

RB K. Jones On Schedule, Contrary To Report

Tom Kowalski, Michigan Live - [LINK]

There is an internet report that the Lions "now" believe they'll lose RB Kevin Jones for up to half of the 2007 season. The report makes it sound like there's been some new information about his Lisfranc injury, but that's not true. Jones remains in a boot, but has already started the early process of his rehabilitation. He is right on schedule to return for the start of training camp. The Lions are looking to acquire a veteran running back in free agency as insurance, but right now, every indication is that Jones will be back for the start of the season.

I think Shefter has great connections - reference heat he took for Al Davis firing Art Shell.Could this also be sent out to raise the price of 2nd pick? Heavy talk Cleveland wants AP at pick 3 or 4. If there is talk of Detroit grabbing him - it could create a trade up and extra picks for Detroit in a deal with Cleveland.

Lions beat writer Tom Kowalski - the man who would know about this before anyone - says no....

There is a report out there that the Lions "now'' believe they'll lose Kevin Jones for up to half of the 2007 season. The report makes it sound like there's been some new information about his Lisfranc injury, but that's just not true.

Jones just returned from two weeks in Florida, partly to take part in some of the Super Bowl activities. Jones remains in a boot, but has already started the early process of his rehabilitation. He is right on schedule to return for the start of training camp in July.

Now, even if Jones gets cleared to play at that point, it's extremely unlikely the Lions will do much with him until mid-August. There's no point in rushing things and they can afford to give him as much recovery time as possible.



Yes, the Lions are looking to acquire a veteran running back in free agency as insurance -- as they should -- but, right now, every indication is that Jones will be back for the start of the season.

By the way, I don't believe the Lions "leaked'' the story to confuse the issue at the top of the draft board. That's not how they operate. Besides, any half-baked investigation by another team would reveal that it's not true.

http://www.mlive.com/lions/weblog/

It seems a little silly for Kowalksi to be so steadfast on an injury timeline/prognosis when the player is still in a walking boot. Any information out there is pure guesswork with this sort of inury. I don't blame him for reporting the "everything is roses" company line, but I don't doubt there are realists within the Lion's org who are contemplating something less than a best case scenario.

Anyone predicting that KJ will miss half of the 2007 season is just as much guess work, and as bad as those predicting the best case scenario of KJ being ready for training camp.

 

[Tag]

From the Footballguys News Blogger

February 11, 2007, 08:40

Lions :: RB

RB K. Jones On Schedule, Contrary To Report

Tom Kowalski, Michigan Live - [LINK]

There is an internet report that the Lions "now" believe they'll lose RB Kevin Jones for up to half of the 2007 season. The report makes it sound like there's been some new information about his Lisfranc injury, but that's not true. Jones remains in a boot, but has already started the early process of his rehabilitation. He is right on schedule to return for the start of training camp. The Lions are looking to acquire a veteran running back in free agency as insurance, but right now, every indication is that Jones will be back for the start of the season.

I think Shefter has great connections - reference heat he took for Al Davis firing Art Shell.Could this also be sent out to raise the price of 2nd pick? Heavy talk Cleveland wants AP at pick 3 or 4. If there is talk of Detroit grabbing him - it could create a trade up and extra picks for Detroit in a deal with Cleveland.

Lions beat writer Tom Kowalski - the man who would know about this before anyone - says no....

There is a report out there that the Lions "now'' believe they'll lose Kevin Jones for up to half of the 2007 season. The report makes it sound like there's been some new information about his Lisfranc injury, but that's just not true.

Jones just returned from two weeks in Florida, partly to take part in some of the Super Bowl activities. Jones remains in a boot, but has already started the early process of his rehabilitation. He is right on schedule to return for the start of training camp in July.

Now, even if Jones gets cleared to play at that point, it's extremely unlikely the Lions will do much with him until mid-August. There's no point in rushing things and they can afford to give him as much recovery time as possible.



Yes, the Lions are looking to acquire a veteran running back in free agency as insurance -- as they should -- but, right now, every indication is that Jones will be back for the start of the season.

By the way, I don't believe the Lions "leaked'' the story to confuse the issue at the top of the draft board. That's not how they operate. Besides, any half-baked investigation by another team would reveal that it's not true.

http://www.mlive.com/lions/weblog/

It seems a little silly for Kowalksi to be so steadfast on an injury timeline/prognosis when the player is still in a walking boot. Any information out there is pure guesswork with this sort of inury. I don't blame him for reporting the "everything is roses" company line, but I don't doubt there are realists within the Lion's org who are contemplating something less than a best case scenario.

Anyone predicting that KJ will miss half of the 2007 season is just as much guess work, and as bad as those predicting the best case scenario of KJ being ready for training camp.

I think we'll have a pretty good idea what the Detroit organization feels about this come draft day. By then it could be too late for us KJ owners tho.

 

[fatness]

What's the consensus? Schefter was wrong on a big story? Or Kowalski?

 

[imeimex]

For some reason this feels like a Dom Davis type situation to me. I understand that bone on bone knee injury is different than the lis franc, but it seemed like there was conflicting reports all offseason. The franchise, the player, and some close beat reporters kept spouting the party line that Davis would be fine, while common sense kind of led people to be skeptical. Obviously it is all speculation at this point, but usually where there is smoke there is fire. Soon after the injury the report was that it would be a stretch for KJ to be ready by the first game of the season, so mid-season is really not that far of a stretch.

 

[BigJim®]

From the Footballguys News Blogger

February 11, 2007, 08:40

Lions :: RB

RB K. Jones On Schedule, Contrary To Report

Tom Kowalski, Michigan Live - [LINK]

There is an internet report that the Lions "now" believe they'll lose RB Kevin Jones for up to half of the 2007 season. The report makes it sound like there's been some new information about his Lisfranc injury, but that's not true. Jones remains in a boot, but has already started the early process of his rehabilitation. He is right on schedule to return for the start of training camp. The Lions are looking to acquire a veteran running back in free agency as insurance, but right now, every indication is that Jones will be back for the start of the season.

I think Shefter has great connections - reference heat he took for Al Davis firing Art Shell.Could this also be sent out to raise the price of 2nd pick? Heavy talk Cleveland wants AP at pick 3 or 4. If there is talk of Detroit grabbing him - it could create a trade up and extra picks for Detroit in a deal with Cleveland.

Lions beat writer Tom Kowalski - the man who would know about this before anyone - says no....

There is a report out there that the Lions "now'' believe they'll lose Kevin Jones for up to half of the 2007 season. The report makes it sound like there's been some new information about his Lisfranc injury, but that's just not true.

Jones just returned from two weeks in Florida, partly to take part in some of the Super Bowl activities. Jones remains in a boot, but has already started the early process of his rehabilitation. He is right on schedule to return for the start of training camp in July.

Now, even if Jones gets cleared to play at that point, it's extremely unlikely the Lions will do much with him until mid-August. There's no point in rushing things and they can afford to give him as much recovery time as possible.



Yes, the Lions are looking to acquire a veteran running back in free agency as insurance -- as they should -- but, right now, every indication is that Jones will be back for the start of the season.

By the way, I don't believe the Lions "leaked'' the story to confuse the issue at the top of the draft board. That's not how they operate. Besides, any half-baked investigation by another team would reveal that it's not true.

http://www.mlive.com/lions/weblog/

It seems a little silly for Kowalksi to be so steadfast on an injury timeline/prognosis when the player is still in a walking boot. Any information out there is pure guesswork with this sort of inury. I don't blame him for reporting the "everything is roses" company line, but I don't doubt there are realists within the Lion's org who are contemplating something less than a best case scenario.

Anyone predicting that KJ will miss half of the 2007 season is just as much guess work, and as bad as those predicting the best case scenario of KJ being ready for training camp.

Yes, that's why I said "any information out there is pure guesswork." My point was it's silly for Kowalski to become defenive and slam other reports in standng by his own guesswork. "Nothing has changed" doesn't mean his prior best-case-scenaro report was a definitive prognosis. It really means we still have no clue until KJ starts running and cutting months from now.

 

[turkishkamel]

From the Footballguys News Blogger

February 11, 2007, 08:40

Lions :: RB

RB K. Jones On Schedule, Contrary To Report

Tom Kowalski, Michigan Live - [LINK]

There is an internet report that the Lions "now" believe they'll lose RB Kevin Jones for up to half of the 2007 season. The report makes it sound like there's been some new information about his Lisfranc injury, but that's not true. Jones remains in a boot, but has already started the early process of his rehabilitation. He is right on schedule to return for the start of training camp. The Lions are looking to acquire a veteran running back in free agency as insurance, but right now, every indication is that Jones will be back for the start of the season.

I think Shefter has great connections - reference heat he took for Al Davis firing Art Shell.Could this also be sent out to raise the price of 2nd pick? Heavy talk Cleveland wants AP at pick 3 or 4. If there is talk of Detroit grabbing him - it could create a trade up and extra picks for Detroit in a deal with Cleveland.

I tend to lean more towards Shefter, NFL Network and NFL.com over some beat writer.

this beat writer is always a very good source for lions info. i'm not his biggest fan, but kowalski generally knows whats going on with the lions.

 

[turkishkamel]

For some reason this feels like a Dom Davis type situation to me. I understand that bone on bone knee injury is different than the lis franc, but it seemed like there was conflicting reports all offseason. The franchise, the player, and some close beat reporters kept spouting the party line that Davis would be fine, while common sense kind of led people to be skeptical. Obviously it is all speculation at this point, but usually where there is smoke there is fire. Soon after the injury the report was that it would be a stretch for KJ to be ready by the first game of the season, so mid-season is really not that far of a stretch.

there are so many different levels of severity to this injury. i had always heard that we wouldnt really know anything until he got well into rehab and the boot came off. so far it appears he is where he needs to be, but the boot is still on so we gotta wait. i think specualtion about when KJ will be ready is far too premature at this point.

 

[billymays]

For some reason this feels like a Dom Davis type situation to me. I understand that bone on bone knee injury is different than the lis franc, but it seemed like there was conflicting reports all offseason. The franchise, the player, and some close beat reporters kept spouting the party line that Davis would be fine, while common sense kind of led people to be skeptical. Obviously it is all speculation at this point, but usually where there is smoke there is fire. Soon after the injury the report was that it would be a stretch for KJ to be ready by the first game of the season, so mid-season is really not that far of a stretch.

there are so many different levels of severity to this injury. i had always heard that we wouldnt really know anything until he got well into rehab and the boot came off. so far it appears he is where he needs to be, but the boot is still on so we gotta wait. i think specualtion about when KJ will be ready is far too premature at this point.

brian westbrook had this same injury-i think the rehab probably depends on how well the surgery went which apparently went well. hopefully he can make a full recovery.

 

[fruity pebbles]

For some reason this feels like a Dom Davis type situation to me. I understand that bone on bone knee injury is different than the lis franc, but it seemed like there was conflicting reports all offseason. The franchise, the player, and some close beat reporters kept spouting the party line that Davis would be fine, while common sense kind of led people to be skeptical. Obviously it is all speculation at this point, but usually where there is smoke there is fire. Soon after the injury the report was that it would be a stretch for KJ to be ready by the first game of the season, so mid-season is really not that far of a stretch.

there are so many different levels of severity to this injury. i had always heard that we wouldnt really know anything until he got well into rehab and the boot came off. so far it appears he is where he needs to be, but the boot is still on so we gotta wait. i think specualtion about when KJ will be ready is far too premature at this point.

brian westbrook had this same injury-i think the rehab probably depends on how well the surgery went which apparently went well. hopefully he can make a full recovery.

Kevin Jones' injury sounds significantly more severe than Westbrook's was.

 

[Mimo]

Report is wrong; Kevin Jones is on schedule

There is a report out there that the Lions "now'' believe they'll lose Kevin Jones for up to half of the 2007 season. The report makes it sound like there's been some new information about his Lisfranc injury, but that's just not true.

Jones just returned from two weeks in Florida, partly to take part in some of the Super Bowl activities. Jones remains in a boot, but has already started the early process of his rehabilitation. He is right on schedule to return for the start of training camp in July.

Now, even if Jones gets cleared to play at that point, it's extremely unlikely the Lions will do much with him until mid-August. There's no point in rushing things and they can afford to give him as much recovery time as possible.

Yes, the Lions are looking to acquire a veteran running back in free agency as insurance -- as they should -- but, right now, every indication is that Jones will be back for the start of the season.

By the way, I don't believe the Lions "leaked'' the story to confuse the issue at the top of the draft board. That's not how they operate. Besides, any half-baked investigation by another team would reveal that it's not true.

http://www.mlive.com/lions/weblog/index.ss..._02.html#236264