T. Jones or C. Benson...who to draft first... (1 Viewer)

[jskills02]

Up until Benson's latest injury, all of the news coming out of Chicago was positive about him being the starting rb. Now that T. Jones is back earlier than Benson, i'm sure he will get a lot of the praise from the team and reporters. It also seems that the players trust T. Jones and admire him for playing through some injuries last year.

What is the consensus on these two backs and is one going to outshine the other...or do we have a dreaded RBBC?

 

[EazyM3]

 

[MLBrandow]

Benson has been the No.1 all offseason. Why would it change now with Jones still faking an injury?

 

[Monse]

Benson will be drafted earlier but Jones will be better value in a later round.

 

[Frenchy Fuqua]

I asked the same question a few days ago...seems like there will be no answer until one or both players begin practicing again. FWIW, I drafted Benson first in a draft two days ago and got TJ one round later.

I am hoping that one of these guys will get 20-25 touches per week. On this team that should be a top 10-15 FF RB.

 

[gocats]

Jones is clearly the better running back

 

[MLBrandow]

Jones is clearly the better running back

 

[gocats]

Jones is clearly the better running back

Care to elaborate a little?

 

[Byron_nyc]

I am drafting at the corner, #10 in a 10 team league, and seriously considering taking BOTH of these guys back to back, assuming they are still there at 5.10 and 6.1, as their ADP currently indicates. Can it happen? Good idea/ Bad idea?

 

[Shermanator]

Jones is clearly the better running back

As of right now this is undeniably correct. The only reason one would consider Benson is because he will be force fed the starting gig. TJ has proven his keep though, and it will be a huge mistake to start Benson over TJ at this point. But the Bears invested too much. Benson will start soon enough, to the shagrin of all. The fact that Benson cant stay healthy should be all you need to see. TJ is a stud in that offense. TJ should be the starter for the forseeable future, he has earned it.

 

[gocats]

For my money Jones is a far superior runner, he's quicker, and runs with deceptive power. He's also a far superior receiver, and most importantly, is an excellent blocker (which benson is not as evident by Peterson starting over Benson last year). Take a look at the footage, Benson clearly lacks vision as evident by the play where he ran into his own linemen against the Saints when there was a big enough cut back lane to drive a tracter through to the right. Both highlights are on youtube

I'll leave you with this final thought, I owned Benson last year, and the most painful memory I have is the Minnesota game, this game was finally Benson's chance, but instead Jones actually suited up, and 1/2 a Jones was better than a Benson, the final scene where Benson handed the hobbled running back a gatorade is where I finally decided to release his ###.

Benson < T. Jones

 

[Nigel Tufnel]

I think we should give Benson a little more time before we decide who's "better."

 

[aposulli]

I think we should give Benson a little more time before we decide who's "better."

Exactly why RIGHT NOW Jones is better. Benson clealry has more upside, but if we're talking just 2006, Benson still has alot to learn and some questions about his durability to answer.Bears RBs in 2006: Jones 300 Touches, Benson 180, Peterson 50

 

[gocats]

I think we should give Benson a little more time before we decide who's "better."

Exactly why RIGHT NOW Jones is better. Benson clealry has more upside, but if we're talking just 2006, Benson still has alot to learn and some questions about his durability to answer.Bears RBs in 2006: Jones 300 Touches, Benson 180, Peterson 50

Jones is going to be a steal for the third year in a row

 

[Frenchy Fuqua]

I am drafting at the corner, #10 in a 10 team league, and seriously considering taking BOTH of these guys back to back, assuming they are still there at 5.10 and 6.1, as their ADP currently indicates. Can it happen? Good idea/ Bad idea?

I did roughly the same thing and am banking on one of these guys to surface as a good RB2. I think it's a good idea.

 

[gman8343]

Jones is clearly the better running back

Care to elaborate a little?

what samples size are you using to declare that Jones is "clearly" a better RB than Benson?

 

[jskills02]

I'd have to agree on Jones...he fit perfectly last year and should do the same this year...once he decides he's ready to start practicing he'll be in the spotlight once again...I can almost foresee more TD's this year with Qb's that can now move the ball, unlike Orton

 

[gocats]

I'd have to agree on Jones...he fit perfectly last year and should do the same this year...once he decides he's ready to start practicing he'll be in the spotlight once again...I can almost foresee more TD's this year with Qb's that can now move the ball, unlike Orton

Jones is probably the most underrated back yet again this season, Benson is a friggen joke. Another great pick up by Jerry Angelo

 

[Nigel Tufnel]

I'd have to agree on Jones...he fit perfectly last year and should do the same this year...once he decides he's ready to start practicing he'll be in the spotlight once again...I can almost foresee more TD's this year with Qb's that can now move the ball, unlike Orton

Benson is a friggen joke.

What are you basing this on?

 

[Da Guru]

TJ is the better RB and given the chance will outperform Benson. The question is will he get the chance.

 

[gocats]

I'd have to agree on Jones...he fit perfectly last year and should do the same this year...once he decides he's ready to start practicing he'll be in the spotlight once again...I can almost foresee more TD's this year with Qb's that can now move the ball, unlike Orton

Benson is a friggen joke.

What are you basing this on?

Adrian Peterson was higher on the depth chart last season, nuff said

 

[Nigel Tufnel]

I'd have to agree on Jones...he fit perfectly last year and should do the same this year...once he decides he's ready to start practicing he'll be in the spotlight once again...I can almost foresee more TD's this year with Qb's that can now move the ball, unlike Orton

Benson is a friggen joke.

What are you basing this on?

Adrian Peterson was higher on the depth chart last season, nuff said

I'm guessing this had something to do with the holdout, NFL experience, and injuries.

 

[JohnnyU]

Jones is clearly the better running back

Somehow I doubt you will say that once Benson's started as many games as TJ. Edited to say, make that just a few starts

 

[TwinTurbo]

I am drafting at the corner, #10 in a 10 team league, and seriously considering taking BOTH of these guys back to back, assuming they are still there at 5.10 and 6.1, as their ADP currently indicates. Can it happen? Good idea/ Bad idea?

I did the same thing except I was able to get TJ in the 7th round. In a 10 team league, TJ should last until the 7th. Benson is still going in the 5th in most formats.

 

[JohnnyU]

I'd have to agree on Jones...he fit perfectly last year and should do the same this year...once he decides he's ready to start practicing he'll be in the spotlight once again...I can almost foresee more TD's this year with Qb's that can now move the ball, unlike Orton

Jones is probably the most underrated back yet again this season, Benson is a friggen joke. Another great pick up by Jerry Angelo

Jones owner? Yes, I'm a biased Benson owner, but at least I admit it

 

[Frenchy Fuqua]

It is kind of funny to see people comment on Benson being a bust and TJ being the man. Let's not forget that TJ was a BUST after three seasons in the league. He was injury prone just like some are calling Cedric Benson. Last year was TJ's first 1,000 yard season after 6 years in the NFL.

 

[TwinTurbo]

It is kind of funny to see people comment on Benson being a bust and TJ being the man. Let's not forget that TJ was a BUST after three seasons in the league. He was injury prone just like some are calling Cedric Benson. Last year was TJ's first 1,000 yard season after 6 years in the NFL.

That's a valid point. TJ was the guy that injured himself answering the phone too. But I still think he's a more talented RB than Benson. Only time will tell. Benson will definitely get his opportunities this year to prove the doubters wrong.

 

[Nigel Tufnel]

It is kind of funny to see people comment on Benson being a bust and TJ being the man. Let's not forget that TJ was a BUST after three seasons in the league. He was injury prone just like some are calling Cedric Benson. Last year was TJ's first 1,000 yard season after 6 years in the NFL.

That's a valid point. TJ was the guy that injured himself answering the phone too. But I still think he's a more talented RB than Benson. Only time will tell. Benson will definitely get his opportunities this year to prove the doubters wrong.

This is a more reasonable approach. Good posting.

 

[Colin Dowling]

Jones is clearly the better running back

Care to elaborate a little?

Sure. Elaboration: Your statement is false.

 

[Steelers4Life]

I also believe Jones is a more talented running back than Benson, but that's not really the issue here.

At this point in time, Benson has proven absolutely nothing at the NFL level. Nothing. I don't care what Jones had proven after his first few years in Arizona because he's since turned his career around, become a very good all-around RB, and earned the respect of his coaches and teammates. I was one of the few Jones supporters on this board then, and by the same token, it's way too early to consider Benson any sort of bust.

So, right now, it's a very fair statement to say that Jones is clearly a better RB than Benson. He's proven it on the field in the NFL. If Benson is handed an opportunity and does well with it, great, but he hasn't done it yet. Only his draft status and contract would get him on the field at this point.

 

[Fla\/\/ed]

Jones is clearly the better running back

Care to elaborate a little?

Sure. Elaboration: Your statement is false.

 

[JohnnyU]

I also believe Jones is a more talented running back than Benson, but that's not really the issue here. At this point in time, Benson has proven absolutely nothing at the NFL level. Nothing. I don't care what Jones had proven after his first few years in Arizona because he's since turned his career around, become a very good all-around RB, and earned the respect of his coaches and teammates. I was one of the few Jones supporters on this board then, and by the same token, it's way too early to consider Benson any sort of bust. So, right now, it's a very fair statement to say that Jones is clearly a better RB than Benson. He's proven it on the field in the NFL. If Benson is handed an opportunity and does well with it, great, but he hasn't done it yet. Only his draft status and contract would get him on the field at this point.

Sometimes you people talk as if Benson's been given the chance and failed. Benson probably has more talent than TJ, but we won't know until he's given the chance to prove it, now won't we. Now Stu, I understand your position, since you are a TJ owner in Fantasy Legends League, and probably a few more as well.

 

[Steelers4Life]

I also believe Jones is a more talented running back than Benson, but that's not really the issue here. At this point in time, Benson has proven absolutely nothing at the NFL level. Nothing. I don't care what Jones had proven after his first few years in Arizona because he's since turned his career around, become a very good all-around RB, and earned the respect of his coaches and teammates. I was one of the few Jones supporters on this board then, and by the same token, it's way too early to consider Benson any sort of bust. So, right now, it's a very fair statement to say that Jones is clearly a better RB than Benson. He's proven it on the field in the NFL. If Benson is handed an opportunity and does well with it, great, but he hasn't done it yet. Only his draft status and contract would get him on the field at this point.

Sometimes you people talk as if Benson's been given the chance and failed. Benson probably has more talent than TJ, but we won't know until he's given the chance to prove it, now won't we. Now Stu, I understand your position, since you are a TJ owner in Fantasy Legends League, and probably a few more as well.

Chuck, re-read what I wrote. Yep, I'm a TJ owner (in only that league), but that's not what this is about. I specifically said that it's way too early to call Benson a bust. I also said that Benson hasn't proven anything yet at the NFL level, but I DIDN'T say that he's failed there. There's nothing there to disagree with.As for my opinion that Jones is the more talented RB of the two, well, that's just an opinion. Until Benson proves himself to be better on the field in the NFL, I'll stand by it.

 

[Colin Dowling]

I also believe Jones is a more talented running back than Benson, but that's not really the issue here. At this point in time, Benson has proven absolutely nothing at the NFL level. Nothing. I don't care what Jones had proven after his first few years in Arizona because he's since turned his career around, become a very good all-around RB, and earned the respect of his coaches and teammates. I was one of the few Jones supporters on this board then, and by the same token, it's way too early to consider Benson any sort of bust. So, right now, it's a very fair statement to say that Jones is clearly a better RB than Benson. He's proven it on the field in the NFL. If Benson is handed an opportunity and does well with it, great, but he hasn't done it yet. Only his draft status and contract would get him on the field at this point.

Using this logic, is it fair to say that Travis Henry is clearly a better RB than Reggie Bush, seeing as how Travis Henry has proved it on the field and all...

 

[JohnnyU]

I also believe Jones is a more talented running back than Benson, but that's not really the issue here. At this point in time, Benson has proven absolutely nothing at the NFL level. Nothing. I don't care what Jones had proven after his first few years in Arizona because he's since turned his career around, become a very good all-around RB, and earned the respect of his coaches and teammates. I was one of the few Jones supporters on this board then, and by the same token, it's way too early to consider Benson any sort of bust. So, right now, it's a very fair statement to say that Jones is clearly a better RB than Benson. He's proven it on the field in the NFL. If Benson is handed an opportunity and does well with it, great, but he hasn't done it yet. Only his draft status and contract would get him on the field at this point.

Using this logic, is it fair to say that Travis Henry is clearly a better RB than Reggie Bush, seeing as how Travis Henry has proved it on the field and all...

What he said, lol

 

[gocats]

I also believe Jones is a more talented running back than Benson, but that's not really the issue here. At this point in time, Benson has proven absolutely nothing at the NFL level. Nothing. I don't care what Jones had proven after his first few years in Arizona because he's since turned his career around, become a very good all-around RB, and earned the respect of his coaches and teammates. I was one of the few Jones supporters on this board then, and by the same token, it's way too early to consider Benson any sort of bust. So, right now, it's a very fair statement to say that Jones is clearly a better RB than Benson. He's proven it on the field in the NFL. If Benson is handed an opportunity and does well with it, great, but he hasn't done it yet. Only his draft status and contract would get him on the field at this point.

Using this logic, is it fair to say that Travis Henry is clearly a better RB than Reggie Bush, seeing as how Travis Henry has proved it on the field and all...

Reggie Bush didnt stink it up his first season, and he damn sure wasnt third string his first season.

 

[Steelers4Life]

I also believe Jones is a more talented running back than Benson, but that's not really the issue here. At this point in time, Benson has proven absolutely nothing at the NFL level. Nothing. I don't care what Jones had proven after his first few years in Arizona because he's since turned his career around, become a very good all-around RB, and earned the respect of his coaches and teammates. I was one of the few Jones supporters on this board then, and by the same token, it's way too early to consider Benson any sort of bust. So, right now, it's a very fair statement to say that Jones is clearly a better RB than Benson. He's proven it on the field in the NFL. If Benson is handed an opportunity and does well with it, great, but he hasn't done it yet. Only his draft status and contract would get him on the field at this point.

Using this logic, is it fair to say that Travis Henry is clearly a better RB than Reggie Bush, seeing as how Travis Henry has proved it on the field and all...

A few years ago, I'd have said yes, without a doubt. Considering that Henry hasn't been a starter for a few years and he's battling just for a roster spot, not so much anymore.

 

[gocats]

It is kind of funny to see people comment on Benson being a bust and TJ being the man. Let's not forget that TJ was a BUST after three seasons in the league. He was injury prone just like some are calling Cedric Benson. Last year was TJ's first 1,000 yard season after 6 years in the NFL.

The Cardinals is like a grave yard for NFL RBs

 

[Colin Dowling]

I also believe Jones is a more talented running back than Benson, but that's not really the issue here. At this point in time, Benson has proven absolutely nothing at the NFL level. Nothing. I don't care what Jones had proven after his first few years in Arizona because he's since turned his career around, become a very good all-around RB, and earned the respect of his coaches and teammates. I was one of the few Jones supporters on this board then, and by the same token, it's way too early to consider Benson any sort of bust. So, right now, it's a very fair statement to say that Jones is clearly a better RB than Benson. He's proven it on the field in the NFL. If Benson is handed an opportunity and does well with it, great, but he hasn't done it yet. Only his draft status and contract would get him on the field at this point.

Using this logic, is it fair to say that Travis Henry is clearly a better RB than Reggie Bush, seeing as how Travis Henry has proved it on the field and all...

Reggie Bush didnt stink it up his first season, and he damn sure wasnt third string his first season.

I didn't realize Reggie Bush had already played his first season.

 

[Fla\/\/ed]

I also believe Jones is a more talented running back than Benson, but that's not really the issue here. At this point in time, Benson has proven absolutely nothing at the NFL level. Nothing. I don't care what Jones had proven after his first few years in Arizona because he's since turned his career around, become a very good all-around RB, and earned the respect of his coaches and teammates. I was one of the few Jones supporters on this board then, and by the same token, it's way too early to consider Benson any sort of bust. So, right now, it's a very fair statement to say that Jones is clearly a better RB than Benson. He's proven it on the field in the NFL. If Benson is handed an opportunity and does well with it, great, but he hasn't done it yet. Only his draft status and contract would get him on the field at this point.

Using this logic, is it fair to say that Travis Henry is clearly a better RB than Reggie Bush, seeing as how Travis Henry has proved it on the field and all...

Reggie Bush didnt stink it up his first season, and he damn sure wasnt third string his first season.

I didn't realize Reggie Bush had already played his first season.

Damn

 

[Steelers4Life]

I also believe Jones is a more talented running back than Benson, but that's not really the issue here. At this point in time, Benson has proven absolutely nothing at the NFL level. Nothing. I don't care what Jones had proven after his first few years in Arizona because he's since turned his career around, become a very good all-around RB, and earned the respect of his coaches and teammates. I was one of the few Jones supporters on this board then, and by the same token, it's way too early to consider Benson any sort of bust. So, right now, it's a very fair statement to say that Jones is clearly a better RB than Benson. He's proven it on the field in the NFL. If Benson is handed an opportunity and does well with it, great, but he hasn't done it yet. Only his draft status and contract would get him on the field at this point.

Using this logic, is it fair to say that Travis Henry is clearly a better RB than Reggie Bush, seeing as how Travis Henry has proved it on the field and all...

Reggie Bush didnt stink it up his first season, and he damn sure wasnt third string his first season.

I didn't realize Reggie Bush had already played his first season.

Damn

To be fair to gocats, people talk about Reggie Bush as though he's already had a successful career and he's about to head to Canton!

 

[wraith5]

I'm betting on Jones for this year - he's a better blocker, better pass catcher. He seems to find a way to get yards and doesn't run into his blockers. And his teammates love him. I think Benson will continue to improve, and he will get more touches as the year goes on, unless the Bears are in a tight race for the division.

 

[gocats]

I'm betting on Jones for this year - he's a better blocker, better pass catcher. He seems to find a way to get yards and doesn't run into his blockers. And his teammates love him. I think Benson will continue to improve, and he will get more touches as the year goes on, unless the Bears are in a tight race for the division.

Thats pretty much what I see.