Why not just rebuild at the position instead of bringing in a stopgap veteran to work within the already broken system the Jets have?
Draft a QB and mold him from day 1 (this of course only being effective if there is a complete ideological change from top to bottom in the Jets organization).
I always find it funny (and this is not meant just for the Jets) that teams go out and draft a quarterback very early in the draft when the rest of their team is terrible. If they don't have an O-Line or a decent receiving corps the QB will most likely not be effective. Why not work on developing a better team rather than just throwing a kid in there and watching him sink like Sanchez?
Why not just rebuild at the position instead of bringing in a stopgap veteran to work within the already broken system the Jets have?
Draft a QB and mold him from day 1 (this of course only being effective if there is a complete ideological change from top to bottom in the Jets organization).
Like the exact thing they did with Sanchez?
In my opinion, the ideological change you speak of is far more important than paying extra attention to QB.
Why not just rebuild at the position instead of bringing in a stopgap veteran to work within the already broken system the Jets have?
Draft a QB and mold him from day 1 (this of course only being effective if there is a complete ideological change from top to bottom in the Jets organization).
Easier said than done. They still need to sell tickets.
In my opinion, the ideological change you speak of is far more important than paying extra attention to QB.
Right, that's what I'm saying. I'm not saying go out and draft Geno Smith in the first round and throw him in there with no extra changes.
Perhaps it would be better for the Jets to focus elsewhere in the draft coming up, O-Line, RB, etc... Rebuild the management team, and "tank" next season. But, tanking by way of building. The 2014 draft should be better for QBs I'd suspect anyway, but I could be way off there as I don't know much about college ball...
Right, that's what I'm saying. I'm not saying go out and draft Geno Smith in the first round and throw him in there with no extra changes.
Perhaps it would be better for the Jets to focus elsewhere in the draft coming up, O-Line, RB, etc... Rebuild the management team, and "tank" next season. But, tanking by way of building. The 2014 draft should be better for QBs I'd suspect anyway, but I could be way off there as I don't know much about college ball...
I see your point. It's hard to do that when Rex has talked so much (we'll meet Obama, this [2012] team could be the most talented I've ever had, predictions et al.) And he's still doing it (McElroy's intangibles!?!?!)
I always find it funny (and this is not meant just for the Jets) that teams go out and draft a quarterback very early in the draft when the rest of their team is terrible. If they don't have an O-Line or a decent receiving corps the QB will most likely not be effective. Why not work on developing a better team rather than just throwing a kid in there and watching him sink like Sanchez?
The Jets had a top tier O-line when Sanchez came in the league and some pretty good playmakers. They had the best running game in the league in 2009 and one of the tops in 2010. (might have mixed those two years)
It is known that good-great QB's make something out of nothing. I don't believe the Jets failed Sanchez in that they put no talent around him (at first), but they failed the organization by investing too much into a QB who started 1 whole year at USC.
If I'm a Jets fan, I'm putting Andy Reid on my wishlist. Along with Alex Smith.
Reid might have his choice of better jobs — or at the very least better situations. For that matter, when you look at what he's been allowed to do (get rid of players, fire coordinators, turn things over to Foles), I'm not sold on the idea that Reid's getting fired.
Reid might have his choice of better jobs. For that matter, when you look at what he's been allowed to do (get rid of players, fire coordinators, turn things over to Foles), I'm not sold on the idea that Reid's getting fired.
The firing of the coordinators IMO was used as a scapegoat for Andy. Eagles fans have been clamoring for his firing since last year's debacle. McNabb shouldn't have been released/traded whatever he was, but Eagles fans really pushed him out. It seems at this point that its a far cry that Andy returns to Philly. They are still arguably one of the most talented teams in the entire league and two straight horrible seasons basically stamps his departure.
The Jets had a top tier O-line when Sanchez came in the league and some pretty good playmakers. They had the best running game in the league in 2009 and one of the tops in 2010. (might have mixed those two years)
It is known that good-great QB's make something out of nothing. I don't believe the Jets failed Sanchez in that they put no talent around him (at first), but they failed the organization by investing too much into a QB who started 1 whole year at USC.
Not saying it wasn't a decent situation when he came into the league but since then it has been totally downhill to the point where bringing in a kid straight from college would be a bad move to make for next season IMO considering the amount of holes they have currently.
Reid might have his choice of better jobs — or at the very least better situations. For that matter, when you look at what he's been allowed to do (get rid of players, fire coordinators, turn things over to Foles), I'm not sold on the idea that Reid's getting fired.
Hes been in Philly forever - I think management will be ready for a change.
Sad to say it, but his son dying of a heroin overdose with a backpack full of steroids will probably be a tipping point.
Not saying it wasn't a decent situation when he came into the league but since then it has been totally downhill to the point where bringing in a kid straight from college would be a bad move to make for next season IMO considering the amount of holes they have currently.
I agree with that point. Tannenbaum's job has to seriously be in question.
Overall, I think it has to go one of two ways, either fire Tannenbaum and keep Rex and his "ground and pound" demeanor; or they keep Tannenbaum and fire Rex and company and change the organization's outlook. If they decide to fire both, it could set the franchise back quite a few years. (complete rebuild)
The firing of the coordinators IMO was used as a scapegoat for Andy. Eagles fans have been clamoring for his firing since last year's debacle. McNabb shouldn't have been released/traded whatever he was, but Eagles fans really pushed him out. It seems at this point that its a far cry that Andy returns to Philly. They are still arguably one of the most talented teams in the entire league and two straight horrible seasons basically stamps his departure.
If you're going to fire the guy, what's the point of a scapegoat? For that matter, if he's gone, why not say so? The Giants did with Fassel. The Chargers just did with Turner.
If you're going to fire the guy, what's the point of a scapegoat? For that matter, if he's gone, why not say so? The Giants did with Fassel. The Chargers just did with Turner.
If its true that Andy played a role in the firing of his coordinators, he could use their firings as an explanation to the past 2 seasons. If those firings had nothing to do with Andy Reid, then I'm not sure what their GM was doing. Could be to see if the team played any differently over these last few weeks with Andy calling all the shots.
If its true that Andy played a role in the firing of his coordinators, he could use their firings as an explanation to the past 2 seasons. If those firings had nothing to do with Andy Reid, then I'm not sure what their GM was doing. Could be to see if the team played any differently over these last few weeks with Andy calling all the shots.
Perhaps. I'm just not sold that he's gone. Regardless, I stand by my original comment that if Reid wants to coach next season, he will have his choice of better (meaning in better shape) jobs than the Jets.
Perhaps. I'm just not sold that he's gone. Regardless, I stand by my original comment that if Reid wants to coach next season, he will have his choice of better (meaning in better shape) jobs than the Jets.
Absolutely, and with Andy's family problems, it'd probably be best to stay out of the limelight that is NY media.
I agree with that point. Tannenbaum's job has to seriously be in question.
Overall, I think it has to go one of two ways, either fire Tannenbaum and keep Rex and his "ground and pound" demeanor; or they keep Tannenbaum and fire Rex and company and change the organization's outlook. If they decide to fire both, it could set the franchise back quite a few years. (complete rebuild)
In all honesty a complete rebuild is what the management needs. Rex is just not a good head coach. Great at defense, completely clueless with offense. Not to mention the circus that the team has become in 4 years because of his mouth and player-first mentality.
Tannenbaum is even worse. A cap specialist turned GM who has left the team with no depth and up to the wall with the cap. How does the cap guy screw you over with the one thing he's supposed to be good at? His drafts have been questionable to say the least and the constant tinkering with the offense destroyed anything they had with Sanchez.
Sporano will probably be a casualty as well and it's not a huge loss.
A new GM will want his choice of head coach and coordinators. While the team might not be in rebuild mode it's what's best for the team. Now if Andy Reid comes in here I wouldn't be surprised at all if Vick is the QB next year. All of that is up in the air but I would be shocked if Rex and Tannenbaum are kept.
I always find it funny (and this is not meant just for the Jets) that teams go out and draft a quarterback very early in the draft when the rest of their team is terrible. If they don't have an O-Line or a decent receiving corps the QB will most likely not be effective. Why not work on developing a better team rather than just throwing a kid in there and watching him sink like Sanchez?
Well when he's there, he's there.
The Giants had an awful O-line in 2004, but they couldn't pass up on Eli Manning.
I agree with that point. Tannenbaum's job has to seriously be in question.
Overall, I think it has to go one of two ways, either fire Tannenbaum and keep Rex and his "ground and pound" demeanor; or they keep Tannenbaum and fire Rex and company and change the organization's outlook. If they decide to fire both, it could set the franchise back quite a few years. (complete rebuild)
No. You need to fire both. Period. Rex is not a NFL-caliber coach and Tannenbaum is one of the worst GMs I have ever seen in football.
__________________
"Of course giving Sather cap space is like giving teenagers whiskey and car keys." - SBOB "Watching Sather build a team is like watching a blind man with no fingers trying to put together an elaborate puzzle." - Shadowtron
Sestito still on the make a wish tour. - rholt168
In all honesty a complete rebuild is what the management needs.
I completely agree. A complete rebuild is the way to go for the Jets. They have some tradeable assets that would bring in some picks and should put all their focus on the draft from this day on forward. Otherwise, they will languish in mediocrity for the conceivable future.
I always find it funny (and this is not meant just for the Jets) that teams go out and draft a quarterback very early in the draft when the rest of their team is terrible. If they don't have an O-Line or a decent receiving corps the QB will most likely not be effective. Why not work on developing a better team rather than just throwing a kid in there and watching him sink like Sanchez?
I dont think their line of thinking was that far off. I mean the O line that first year was sick with D-Brick, Mangold, Faneca and Woody... the receiving corps of Cotchery, Holmes and Edwards was solid, and Thomas Jones/Greene were running hard. Scott was younger, Harris was playing well... it looked like they COULD have just been a QB away... of course thats no longer the case, lol.
