Who will have the best numbers here on out - (1 Viewer)

[cstu]

These guys all turn 27 this year and I was interested in what people thought about their long-term prospects. They aren't old by any means, but they all have different levels of pounding they've taken in their careers.

Surprisingly, LJ is only 5 months younger than LT. While LJ has played a lot less (476 to 1700 carries), he has a tougher style of running that seems make him take more of a pounding than LT.

Tomlinson, LaDainian SD RB 26.4 06/23/79

Lewis, Jamal BAL RB 26.2 08/29/79

Westbrook, Brian PHI RB 26.2 09/02/79

Johnson, Rudi CIN RB 26.1 10/01/79

Johnson, Larry KC RB 26.0 11/19/79

 

[Baracuda]

I echo that thought. LT2.

 

[cstu]

I'm wondering what reasoning is for the people that voted LJ.

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

I'm wondering what reasoning is for the people that voted LJ.

For the sake of argument - LJ has far less mileage than LT2. LT2 also has had issues finishing the season 2 of the last 3 years due to injury.I still went with LT2.

 

[Sea Bass]

I'm wondering what reasoning is for the people that voted LJ.

I have larger issues with the Jamal Lewis votes. I wish people would explain, because I count on you guys during my draft preparation time.

 

[Banger]

LJ will be good as long as his line lasts which won't be much longer. LT can run behind anyone.

 

[Borat]

I'm wondering what the hell those other 3 guys are even doing in this poll.

 

[Noahs Troopers]

Voted Westbrook, he's underrated.

 

[Blackjacks]

I went LJ due to his low mileage and great line. Let's remember LT, although a better talent in my opinion, lost his offensive line coach 2 years ago and now has lost his Qb. He has also had alot of wear and tear on those legs the last couple years. I'd love to have either one of them but for the next 5 years I'll take LJ.

 

[Routilla]

I went LJ due to his low mileage and great line. Let's remember LT, although a better talent in my opinion, lost his offensive line coach 2 years ago and now has lost his Qb. He has also had alot of wear and tear on those legs the last couple years. I'd love to have either one of them but for the next 5 years I'll take LJ.

Good post. I have both LT and LJ and I'm keeping LJ(can only keep 1). He won me the title last year and is a true workhorse back. Unless the schedule is ridiculously in favor of LT, I will keep LJ.

 

[The Man With No Name]

LJ will be good as long as his line lasts which won't be much longer. LT can run behind anyone.

Why? The have both had great numbers in the NFL, as well as college. If your an NFL lineman, you have to be good, period. Maybe the Chiefs linmen look so good because of Priest and Larry, not the other way around.

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

I went LJ due to his low mileage and great line. Let's remember LT, although a better talent in my opinion, lost his offensive line coach 2 years ago and now has lost his Qb. He has also had alot of wear and tear on those legs the last couple years. I'd love to have either one of them but for the next 5 years I'll take LJ.

LJ supporters should keep in mind the loss of FB Tony Richardson. That was a huge part of the run block scheme in KC, and he will be surely missed.

 

[Dave Baker]

One important factor against LJ is the aging offensive line. His talent alone does not propel him above others IMO. The KC line has been huge in making their RBs very productive. But it won't be around much longer.

William Roaf - Left tackle will be 36 in April

Casey Wiegman - Center will be 33 soon

Will Shields - Guard will be 35 soon

 

[The Man With No Name]

I voted Johnson. Compared to Tomlinson-

Johnson ---23 td's in 12 starts. 172 yards per game.

Tomlinson- 80 td's in 79 starts. 123 yards per game.

 

[rascal]

Jamal Lewis...the guy is overrated and basically signed a one year contract with the Ravens. If he goes over 1400 yards I'll be suprised. The potential is there but as long as Boller is the QB anybody on that offense is limited.

Rudi Johnson...Chris Perry steals way to may third down situations/passing situations. I like Rudi and think he is a good second round pick, but Chris Perry is an excellent pick later in drafts IMO.

Westbrook...Depending on the scoring system he will always be limited in their pass happy offense. And with him not being a power back if the Eagles ever do find a power back you can kiss goodbye any TD's inside the 10 (speaking of that how many did he have?)

Larry Johnson...One of the best lines in football but getting very old and lost Richardson (FB). For the next two years (assuming Roaf, Shields, Dunn, etc stay healthy and don't retire) I like him better then anybody in the league currently. But once those guys start retiring along with Green and Gonzo you have to wonder about his long term production. Plus with his style of play injuries are going to come eventually.

LT2...although his trend of late to disappear towards the end of the season is concerning as well as the Chargers brass being complete idiots in trusting Rivers and letting Brees go his talent and big play ability are just to much to pass up. He may not bet the best back the next two years while Rivers develops (and may even have injury problems with the increase workload because of the new QB...and the fact that defenses won't respect their passing game till they force them too) but over the next five years i think he will post better stats then all five included in this poll.

Somebody to remember in your fantasy draft though...Deuce McAllister. With Brees, Horn, and company he should return to 2004 form if not better. Also remember Steven Jackson now that Martz and his crazy offense are in detroit so he should perform better. I still am wary of Thomas Jones/Cedric Benson and Willis McGahee though. Ronnie Brown and Caddilac Williams are also solid backs.

 

[Jack Ham & Eggs]

OK, who voted for Westbrook, Lewis, or Rudi?

 

[Crippler]

LT. I am not as weary of this wear and tear as I am of age catching up to a player. A RB wants the work and most dont get comfortable in a game till like carry 15 anyways, LT has not taken that much punishment in the end. He helped me to 2 championships in 2003 and 2004 down the stretch.

I also agree on Richardson and the aging OL are bigger concerns for Larry than LT.

Really should have only been a 2 man race here. The other 3 all together dont equal one of these 2 guys.

 

[-OZ-]

LT. I am not as weary of this wear and tear as I am of age catching up to a player. A RB wants the work and most dont get comfortable in a game till like carry 15 anyways, LT has not taken that much punishment in the end. He helped me to 2 championships in 2003 and 2004 down the stretch.

I also agree on Richardson and the aging OL are bigger concerns for Larry than LT.

Really should have only been a 2 man race here. The other 3 all together dont equal one of these 2 guys.

While I do consider wear and tear on a player, it seems this is less a concern with LT than many others. I'm a T-Rich fan, but his loss won't equate to much on the field. Roaf, Shields and Weigmann OTOH, will be huge in time.

Agreed on the other 3, good RBs, but not in the same class.

Vote = LT

 

[John 14:6]

LJ will be good as long as his line lasts which won't be much longer. LT can run behind anyone.

Perhaps LJ will be able to as well. He's TOUGH to bring down. I voted for him given the KC offensive scheme and Curtis Martin's success with Edwards as a coach.

 

[John 14:6]

LJ supporters should keep in mind the loss of FB Tony Richardson. That was a huge part of the run block scheme in KC, and he will be surely missed.

I don't have time to look it up, but in the original thread discussing the loss of Tony many were saying he hasn't been playing as big of a role in the running game lately.

 

[Routilla]

LOL at those who keep bringing up KC's OL getting old and the loss of Richardson at FB. I guess KC will not be able to draft or acquire other players to fill these roles as time goes on. It will just be LJ getting the ball and there will be no lineman or fullback to block, right?

 

[FUBAR]

LOL at those who keep bringing up KC's OL getting old and the loss of Richardson at FB. I guess KC will not be able to draft or acquire other players to fill these roles as time goes on. It will just be LJ getting the ball and there will be no lineman or fullback to block, right?

Right, Hall of Fame linemen are so easy to replace.

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

LOL at those who keep bringing up KC's OL getting old and the loss of Richardson at FB. I guess KC will not be able to draft or acquire other players to fill these roles as time goes on. It will just be LJ getting the ball and there will be no lineman or fullback to block, right?

Right, Hall of Fame linemen are so easy to replace.

And pro bowl FBs.

 

[John 14:6]

LOL at those who keep bringing up KC's OL getting old and the loss of Richardson at FB.  I guess KC will not be able to draft or acquire other players to fill these roles as time goes on.  It will just be LJ getting the ball and there will be no lineman or fullback to block, right?

Right, Hall of Fame linemen are so easy to replace.

And pro bowl FBs.

Here's the thread I mentioned a few posts ago:Tony Richardson signs with MN

I haven't seen too much of Richardson lately but most of the input in this thread makes it sound like losing him shouldn't have much of an impact on LJ. The arguments I recall is Tony's not as good as he used to be and LJ's running style doesn't require a FB as much as Priest's (LJ is more smash mouth while Priest set up blockers more).

I guess it's up for debate.

 

[jurb26]

Rudi Johnson gets my vote. The Cinci O is just now hitting its prime. SD and KC are going to be fadding very soon and very rapidly IMO.

 

[SoFresh&SoClean]

I would really like to pick Rudi, but LT2 is too proven to vote otherwise IMO. Rudi would be my 2nd choice though, Cinc's line is sick. Perry may take some carries, but Rudi will still get his.

 

[nygiants56]

I'm just wondering how Brian Westbrook made this list?!



for my 2 cents, Tomlinson is going to stay as productive as always, heading right into the HOF..

Rudi has future worries with Perry hanging around..