Niners re-sign TE Terry Jones (1 Viewer)

[toxicbees]

Niners re-sign TE Terry Jones

Tuesday, March 28, 2006

(03-28) 13:05 PST Santa Clara, Calif. (AP) --

Tight end Terry Jones re-signed Tuesday with the San Francisco 49ers, who claimed him off waivers from Baltimore last season.

Jones caught nine passes for 76 yards for the 49ers last season after being dropped by the Ravens, who drafted him in 2002. He started 29 games over three NFL seasons with Baltimore.

Jones started five of his seven games with the 49ers, who scrambled for replacements after losing starting tight end Eric Johnson before the season with a torn muscle in his left foot.

http://sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?file.../s130513S65.DTL

Terry Jones was a pretty good blocking TE last season. With him and Eric Johnson signed. I think it's less likely we'll see them draft Vernon Davis.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

Terry Jones was a pretty good blocking TE last season. With him and Eric Johnson signed. I think it's less likely we'll see them draft Vernon Davis.

Sorry. I think your reasoning is flawed.

 

[5Rings]

Terry Jones was a pretty good blocking TE last season. With him and Eric Johnson signed. I think it's less likely we'll see them draft Vernon Davis.

Sorry. I think your reasoning is flawed.

I agree with Andy.Jones' signing has no impact on the Niners drafting or passing on VD. Jones is a 3rd TE, a blocker, nothing more, nothing less.......

 

[toxicbees]

Terry Jones was a pretty good blocking TE last season. With him and Eric Johnson signed. I think it's less likely we'll see them draft Vernon Davis.

Sorry. I think your reasoning is flawed.

I agree with Andy.Jones' signing has no impact on the Niners drafting or passing on VD. Jones is a 3rd TE, a blocker, nothing more, nothing less.......

I guess you guys are right, but with Eric Johnson healthy, and Terry Jones now signed, Nolan might be thinking that the TE position is pretty solidified.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

I guess you guys are right, but with Eric Johnson healthy, and Terry Jones now signed, Nolan might be thinking that the TE position is pretty solidified.

You may be right. But if he's thinking that, I think he's wrong.That team has a lot of holes but nothing is more important, IMO, than adding SOME skill to the offense. VD is the only option that fits the bill at that high of a spot.

 

[Buckeyedawgs]

E. Johnson healthy? Won't last! First hit in pre season he's out again!

Even with that said I think they have greater needs then V. Davis. I see a lot of mocks have them takeing Hawk if he get's thru GB and this wouldn't surprise me!

V.Davis would be a nice pick for them to grow with Alex! But they have a huge huge linebacker hole to patch!

 

[5Rings]

Even with that said I think they have greater needs then V. Davis.

Really? I'd like to hear what you see as greater needs than an offensive playmaker, security blanket for Smith, and guy that provides a threat in Nolan's beloved 2 TE power sets.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

E. Johnson healthy? Won't last! First hit in pre season he's out again!

Even with that said I think they have greater needs then V. Davis. I see a lot of mocks have them takeing Hawk if he get's thru GB and this wouldn't surprise me!

V.Davis would be a nice pick for them to grow with Alex! But they have a huge huge linebacker hole to patch!

But there are plenty of talented linebackers that should be available with their 2nd pick.Were I a 49ers fan, I'd rather they went VD in the first, backer 2nd than the other way around.

 

[diesel7982]

Oh I hope there will be more people in here singing the praises of Eric Johnson again. Last year there were a ton of people thinking he had a shot at duplicating his '04 season.

The guy gets hurt just thinking about getting hurt.

 

[Bri]

Even with that said I think they have greater needs then V. Davis. 

Really? I'd like to hear what you see as greater needs than an offensive playmaker, security blanket for Smith, and guy that provides a threat in Nolan's beloved 2 TE power sets.

In a way, I agree with the original poster.Eric Johnson was a gem 2 years ago. Terry Jones was a guy deep in Baltimore's bench that plenty of folks thought might have something to him. Is he good? Who knows but alot of NFL backup TEs can be described like that. Really all they're missing is some veteran stiff that can block well but isn't the best catcher to fill the stereotypical TE set.

As to this reply to offensive skill players-

They're not going QB.

Receiver would be early but even if....I don't know. After Hamilton and Woods, do you really want them drafting a receiver? Probably best to wait and see if one of the top 3 falls into their second round lap.

RB-people here seem to like Gore and they drafted him for a reason. Still draft-wise do you really see one falling to them? Like WR, they'd probably have to draft one too early.

I don't see "franchise TE" as a building block. This team needs so many pieces. If there's a LBer or T that is there that seems to be a lock to play for oh 8 years or so I say they draft that guy. Finally it'll be a piece to the puzzle and something they don't have to worry about for years and years.

Ben Watson in NE hasn't really produced all that much yet. Can you say Davis will produce sooner? I don't think TE is the way to go.

Can they get Hawk? Is that but one reason why they let Julian walk away? Those two tackles rated behind D'Brick w/ the name Winston? (first? and last name? right?)

The only way a niner fan can forgive drafting someone too early is if he's there for a long time(which has also been my point) So to me, tven if they get that C that was so impressive at the combine....good for them. The Steelers (and Jets for a little while)have had great lines due to a great C so OK I could roll with that.

I think the niner fans wanna come away with something solid. They don't need Rice or Montana just a building block.

 

[facook]

E. Johnson healthy?  Won't last!  First hit in pre season he's out again! 

Even with that said I think they have greater needs then V. Davis.  I see a lot of mocks have them takeing Hawk if he get's thru GB and this wouldn't surprise me! 

V.Davis would be a nice pick for them to grow with Alex!  But they have a huge huge linebacker hole to patch!

But there are plenty of talented linebackers that should be available with their 2nd pick.Were I a 49ers fan, I'd rather they went VD in the first, backer 2nd than the other way around.

Right on, Andy. As one of those 49ers fans you mention, I agree 100%. In the latest nfldraftcountdown.com mock, they have SF taking Vernon Davis in the 1st and Manny Lawson in the 2nd. If it worked out that way I'd be VERY happy.

Also, buckeyedawg! Way to constantly be excited about what you type! You might try throwing in a period! Once in a while!

 

[diesel7982]

Even with that said I think they have greater needs then V. Davis. 

Really? I'd like to hear what you see as greater needs than an offensive playmaker, security blanket for Smith, and guy that provides a threat in Nolan's beloved 2 TE power sets.

In a way, I agree with the original poster.Eric Johnson was a gem 2 years ago. Terry Jones was a guy deep in Baltimore's bench that plenty of folks thought might have something to him. Is he good? Who knows but alot of NFL backup TEs can be described like that. Really all they're missing is some veteran stiff that can block well but isn't the best catcher to fill the stereotypical TE set.

As to this reply to offensive skill players-

They're not going QB.

Receiver would be early but even if....I don't know. After Hamilton and Woods, do you really want them drafting a receiver? Probably best to wait and see if one of the top 3 falls into their second round lap.

RB-people here seem to like Gore and they drafted him for a reason. Still draft-wise do you really see one falling to them? Like WR, they'd probably have to draft one too early.

I don't see "franchise TE" as a building block. This team needs so many pieces. If there's a LBer or T that is there that seems to be a lock to play for oh 8 years or so I say they draft that guy. Finally it'll be a piece to the puzzle and something they don't have to worry about for years and years.

Ben Watson in NE hasn't really produced all that much yet. Can you say Davis will produce sooner? I don't think TE is the way to go.

Can they get Hawk? Is that but one reason why they let Julian walk away? Those two tackles rated behind D'Brick w/ the name Winston? (first? and last name? right?)

The only way a niner fan can forgive drafting someone too early is if he's there for a long time(which has also been my point) So to me, tven if they get that C that was so impressive at the combine....good for them. The Steelers (and Jets for a little while)have had great lines due to a great C so OK I could roll with that.

I think the niner fans wanna come away with something solid. They don't need Rice or Montana just a building block.

You know, I glanced over that the first time I saw it, and thought surely I missed some other part of the argument.Your rationale is that, since Ben Watson(drafted 1.32 two years ago) hasnt produced for the Pats, the 49ers shouldnt take Vernon Davis at 1.6? Is that correct?

 

[Bri]

Even with that said I think they have greater needs then V. Davis. 

Really? I'd like to hear what you see as greater needs than an offensive playmaker, security blanket for Smith, and guy that provides a threat in Nolan's beloved 2 TE power sets.

In a way, I agree with the original poster.Eric Johnson was a gem 2 years ago. Terry Jones was a guy deep in Baltimore's bench that plenty of folks thought might have something to him. Is he good? Who knows but alot of NFL backup TEs can be described like that. Really all they're missing is some veteran stiff that can block well but isn't the best catcher to fill the stereotypical TE set.

As to this reply to offensive skill players-

They're not going QB.

Receiver would be early but even if....I don't know. After Hamilton and Woods, do you really want them drafting a receiver? Probably best to wait and see if one of the top 3 falls into their second round lap.

RB-people here seem to like Gore and they drafted him for a reason. Still draft-wise do you really see one falling to them? Like WR, they'd probably have to draft one too early.

I don't see "franchise TE" as a building block. This team needs so many pieces. If there's a LBer or T that is there that seems to be a lock to play for oh 8 years or so I say they draft that guy. Finally it'll be a piece to the puzzle and something they don't have to worry about for years and years.

Ben Watson in NE hasn't really produced all that much yet. Can you say Davis will produce sooner? I don't think TE is the way to go.

Can they get Hawk? Is that but one reason why they let Julian walk away? Those two tackles rated behind D'Brick w/ the name Winston? (first? and last name? right?)

The only way a niner fan can forgive drafting someone too early is if he's there for a long time(which has also been my point) So to me, tven if they get that C that was so impressive at the combine....good for them. The Steelers (and Jets for a little while)have had great lines due to a great C so OK I could roll with that.

I think the niner fans wanna come away with something solid. They don't need Rice or Montana just a building block.

You know, I glanced over that the first time I saw it, and thought surely I missed some other part of the argument.Your rationale is that, since Ben Watson(drafted 1.32 two years ago) hasnt produced for the Pats, the 49ers shouldnt take Vernon Davis at 1.6? Is that correct?

so you want me to read it to you? Make the font bigger? Recommend a text to speech translator?

 

[Trig2U]

Obviously there are no sure things, but Vernon Davis would seem to be about as strong a pick as the 49ers could make in the 6th slot.

Sure, the Niners have holes to fill all over the roster, and Hawk or Mario or Winston Justice would be immediate upgrades, but *nothing* is more critical to that franchise right now than getting Alex Smith some weapons.

Vernon Davis has all the tools to be an instant go-to guy on offense, he has huuuuge upside, plus he can block. I watched the U of Maryland highlight video and my jaw was on the floor. When he rips for that 74 yard touchdown VD displayed the kind of raw speed you just wouldn't think possible in a man that size; and that play where he brushes off not one but two would-be tacklers like ragdolls, then jukes the third guy before smashing into the end zone was *insane*. Eric Johnson is a nice player if he can stay healthy, but Vernon Davis is a freak, and can do stuff on the field that no other player on that team can.

 

[Aaronur]

Even with that said I think they have greater needs then V. Davis. 

Really? I'd like to hear what you see as greater needs than an offensive playmaker, security blanket for Smith, and guy that provides a threat in Nolan's beloved 2 TE power sets.

In a way, I agree with the original poster.Eric Johnson was a gem 2 years ago. Terry Jones was a guy deep in Baltimore's bench that plenty of folks thought might have something to him. Is he good? Who knows but alot of NFL backup TEs can be described like that. Really all they're missing is some veteran stiff that can block well but isn't the best catcher to fill the stereotypical TE set.

As to this reply to offensive skill players-

They're not going QB.

Receiver would be early but even if....I don't know. After Hamilton and Woods, do you really want them drafting a receiver? Probably best to wait and see if one of the top 3 falls into their second round lap.

RB-people here seem to like Gore and they drafted him for a reason. Still draft-wise do you really see one falling to them? Like WR, they'd probably have to draft one too early.

I don't see "franchise TE" as a building block. This team needs so many pieces. If there's a LBer or T that is there that seems to be a lock to play for oh 8 years or so I say they draft that guy. Finally it'll be a piece to the puzzle and something they don't have to worry about for years and years.

Ben Watson in NE hasn't really produced all that much yet. Can you say Davis will produce sooner? I don't think TE is the way to go.

Can they get Hawk? Is that but one reason why they let Julian walk away? Those two tackles rated behind D'Brick w/ the name Winston? (first? and last name? right?)

The only way a niner fan can forgive drafting someone too early is if he's there for a long time(which has also been my point) So to me, tven if they get that C that was so impressive at the combine....good for them. The Steelers (and Jets for a little while)have had great lines due to a great C so OK I could roll with that.

I think the niner fans wanna come away with something solid. They don't need Rice or Montana just a building block.

Ben Watson may not be the greatest TE but look at what Gates has done for the Chargers. I don't know if Davis will have that impact, but he seems like he could make the biggest splash of any of the players they could have at 6. By the way I think the Niners Line will be soild this year, they need a few back up guys but by the end of the year they were playing better and with Jennings healthy, cross your fingers and the addition of Larry Allen, obviously not the same player he was but still a high quality OLinemen, the could be much improved.LB is so deep in this draft that they can get two good ones in the 2 and 3rd round.

Mario Williams would be nice but he isn't going to make it to 6 so why not draft Davis.

 

[toxicbees]

I'm still holding out hope that either AJ Hawk or D'Brickashaw falls into their lap. They could really use either guy. Otherwise go with Huff.

I'd rank all three of those guys ahead of Davis.

 

[Bri]

Ben Watson may not be the greatest TE but look at what Gates has done for the Chargers. I don't know if Davis will have that impact, but he seems like he could make the biggest splash of any of the players they could have at 6. By the way I think the Niners Line will be soild this year, they need a few back up guys but by the end of the year they were playing better and with Jennings healthy, cross your fingers and the addition of Larry Allen, obviously not the same player he was but still a high quality OLinemen, the could be much improved.

LB is so deep in this draft that they can get two good ones in the 2 and 3rd round.

Mario Williams would be nice but he isn't going to make it to 6 so why not draft Davis.

I think that's the Niners prob. Second rate defenders and "our line is OK" attitude. Nolan spent most of his time as a DC so I'd want to give him some toys moreso than getting a TE.

 

[Bri]

Lemme try another way.

What team has been built with a TE as the center piece and not as an added luxury or next step piece to the puzzle?

IE LT and Brees, then Gates

 

[The Jerminator]

As this debate heats up and more and more mocks are being released I'm seeing Davis climb the board. Initially it seemed most people had him going to the Rams at #11. Now both the 'Niners and Bills seem poised to take him. He's certainly a MONSTER but at 1.6 is the spot/money worth a TE, no matter how great he might become?

As a Rams homer I was pumped that we might add him at 1.11. Now that he might be gone I'm liking the defensive players that might fall because of Davis' rise.

Is Davis THIS good? 1.6 good? Any other Rams or 'Niners or Bills homers out there wondering if the price might be too high and hoping that a solid DB/CB/LB drops for better risk/reward as well as value?

At this point I think I'd rather the Rams get a shot at a Top 5 defensive player at 1.11 with most everyone above them going offense. Then again: Bulger, SJax, Holt, Bruce AND Davis...Yummy!!!

- Jerm

 

[Andy Dufresne]

But there are plenty of talented linebackers that should be available with their 2nd pick.

Were I a 49ers fan, I'd rather they went VD in the first, backer 2nd than the other way around.

Right on, Andy. As one of those 49ers fans you mention, I agree 100%. In the latest nfldraftcountdown.com mock, they have SF taking Vernon Davis in the 1st and Manny Lawson in the 2nd. If it worked out that way I'd be VERY happy.

That would garner an "A+" for two rounds if it shook out that way.