I cannot tell a lie: This Washington deserves more playing time

By Adam Sweeney  |   Monday, October 27, 2008  |  Comments( 1 )

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The New York Jets' Thomas Jones is a solid runner, but the backfield's biggest spark comes from Leon Washington -- who saved Brett Favre's bacon against Kansas City on Sunday during a 13-touch, 274-yard effort in a 28-24 win. Jones, meanwhile, only found room room for 54 yards on 14 carries. Washington, who bettered that on only three carries, is quicker, more versatile and more elusive than Jones. Why, then, isn't Washington getting more playing time?

Commentary: The Jets should take a page from the 2006 New Orleans Saints, who went to the playoffs because they used their two backs (the thunderous Deuce McAllister and the electric Reggie Bush) perfectly.

Jets head coach Eric Mangini needs to realize that Brian Schottenheimer's close-to-the-vest offense is killing the team. The Jets are primed to make big plays, which is being masked by their current scheme.


Fan Pulse: Gang Green fans are feeling some appreciation for Washington. If only Mangini felt the same way: http://forums.theganggreen.com/showthread.php?t=37305.

Fantasy Football Commentary: At the beginning of the season, all signs pointed to WR Jerrico Cotchery being Favre's favorite target; however, Laveranues Coles is having his say in that. He scored his fifth TD of the season Sunday and seems to be recovered from his concussion.

Injury Watch: TE Chris Baker couldn't play versus Kansas City after aggravating a hip injury. There's no word yet on his status for Week 9's game in Buffalo.
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About Adam Sweeney

Adam Sweeney spent 4 years as an opinions and arts & entertainment columnist with the Lone Star Lutheran, also working with Sports Illustrated.com. Along with his work on Realfootball 365 he currently is a contributor for Film School Rejects, SLAM Online, Talkhoops.net, and C-Heads ...
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