 | Feature: LaDainian Tomlinson may visit NY Jets, report says |
By Dave Hutchinson/The Star Ledger
If veteran running back LaDainian Tomlinson leaves Minnesota without a contract on Thursday, he's scheduled to visit the Jets on Friday, according to an report on ESPN.
The Jets are searching for a veteran running back to replace the departed Thomas Jones and complement second-year pro Shonn Greene.
Tomlinson, a nine-year veteran, has been on the decline in recent years, however. Last season, he rushed for 730 yards and 12 touchdowns on 223 carries (3.3-yard average). It was the first time in his career he didn't reach the 1,000-yard mark.
I find the courting of Tomlinson a bit curious even though he played in San Diego with Jets offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer and knows the offense.
First, I thought the Jets were looking for a between-the-tackles running back to replace Jones. Although Tomlinson can do it (he's extremely effective near the goal line), that's not his forte. He's more of an open-field runner.
http://www.nj.com/jets/index.ssf/2010/03/tomlinson_may_visit_the_ny_jet.html
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