Football Seattle Seahawks WANT to Sign Running Back Larry Johnson - Page 2

bishop_74 · 10:42 PM

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2...-larry-johnson

Anyone who supports the Seattle Seahawks should be well aware of our pathetic running game. 84.5 YPG, good for 30th in the league.

"feature back" Julius Jones has been awful, 27th in the league with 382 yards, and has a 3.6 YPC average.

Greg Knapps' scheme is no good, whatever he is doing, it sucks, and no more injury excuses, yes Walter Jones is out, but the rest of the line is healthy.

He said it would take half the season for the running game to click, we respond with 55 yards rushing, against the Detroit F'ing Lions!

I'm all for pulling a 2007, at 4-4, Holmgren said he would pass us into the playoffs, and so he did.

At 3-5, with the tinest amount of playoff hope still alive, and a deep receiving unit, it makes sense, we could air it out 40-50 times a game en route to a more effective offense.

Still, the running game has to improve, in 2007, we at least had a former MVP at running back, who ironically, gained more yards in 2007 with that club on then his replacement did in 2008.

With an ineffective Julius, and a cut Edge, I would not mind seeing Justin Forsett taking over the lead role. Watching yesterdays game, most of the good running plays were with him at Running Back, coincidence?

I don't see a team fighting for their playoff lives handing the running game over to a second year player drafted in the 7th round though.

If this team is thinking playoff push, thats a big "if" at this point, the running game needs to be upgraded to at least take a little pressure off of Hasselbeck and the loaded passing game.

"Head case" Larry Johnson just got released by the Kansas City Chiefs. Sure, there are negatives to him signing here, or anywhere. He uses the word "pillowbiter" like all of us have done, and wants the ball.

30th ranked running game, or putting up with the fact he called his coach a pillowbiter because his team is 1-7 and he is pissed off they keep losing?

I don't think any Seahawks fan should want the former, or care about the latter. Unless you want to watch Julius getting those amazing 3 yards a carry every play.

Now that he is out of Kansas City, he's likely going to behave, he got his wish, now he can go elsewhere.

Johnson is a Mike Solari product, thats another huge benefit, he knows his Offensive Line schemes, something that should be taken into account.

No transition is seamless, but if you know where the blockers are going to be, the rest can't be that hard.

What on earth do the Seahawks have to lose by signing him? What other team fighting for their playoff lives has a bigger need at Running Back then the Seahawks? Nothing, and none, which is why the Seahawks should sign Larry Johnson.

**Rausch** · 11-09-2009, 09:34 PM

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Originally Posted by chief103182

I just heard on NFL radio a few hours ago that the Chargers lack power in their running game and need a running back "with the effective power running style of Larry Johnson". I nearly pissed my pants laughing at these idiots.

Uh huh...

Archie F. Swin · 11-09-2009, 10:15 PM

I think LJ would look great in a Seahawks uniform

Gravedigger · 11-09-2009, 10:17 PM

I think we have the 2nd coming of Shawn Alexander, only we got the best years out of him.

soundmind · 11-09-2009, 10:20 PM

I could actually see the Steelers giving him a workout, maybe a junk 1-year deal since he won't need the coin.

**Rausch** · 11-09-2009, 10:22 PM

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Originally Posted by soundmind

I could actually see the Steelers giving him a workout, maybe a junk 1-year deal since he won't need the coin.

WHY?

Why would they?...

GoHuge · 11-09-2009, 10:23 PM

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Originally Posted by soundmind

I could actually see the Steelers giving him a workout, maybe a junk 1-year deal since he won't need the coin.

If you can see that your apparently blind.
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soundmind · 11-09-2009, 10:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Rausch

WHY?

Why would they?...

Cause their backfield has been inconsistent, and I think Willie Parker is falling apart at the hinges. Plus, it just seems like something they could pull it off and have it benefit them, Mendenhall looks good tonight though.

He could go anywhere, it's a complete crap-shoot.

**Rausch** · 11-09-2009, 10:30 PM

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Originally Posted by soundmind

Cause their backfield has been inconsistent, and I think Willie Parker is falling apart at the hinges.

****ing what?...

soundmind · 11-09-2009, 10:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Rausch

****ing what?...

It's an impossibility that I stuttered in typing that.

Where oh where do you think he's going to go, great and powerful Oz?

AndyAuger · 11-10-2009, 05:19 PM

i'm the author of the linked story, yes Larry Johnson has a 2.7 YPC average but that is a product of his team, the turmoil he has faced, and his horrible offensive line.

Not saying Seattles OL is great, but it is better then the Chiefs, we also have a far superior passing game to open things up for him.

with the 30th ranked rushing attack, and cutting the Edge, we have a need at least as a backup, and he fills it.

Edge actually gained less per carry then LJ did, so my article makes sense, and is correct. We don't run outside often and with more of a spread look now we need someone to pound it up the middle. He won't cost much

It's a low risk high reward move

Thanks for linking to my article.

**The Bad Guy** · 11-10-2009, 05:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AndyAuger

i'm the author of the linked story, yes Larry Johnson has a 2.7 YPC average but that is a product of his team, the turmoil he has faced, and his horrible offensive line.

Not saying Seattles OL is great, but it is better then the Chiefs, we also have a far superior passing game to open things up for him.

with the 30th ranked rushing attack, and cutting the Edge, we have a need at least as a backup, and he fills it.

Edge actually gained less per carry then LJ did, so my article makes sense, and is correct. We don't run outside often and with more of a spread look now we need someone to pound it up the middle. He won't cost much

It's a low risk high reward move

Thanks for linking to my article.

Good luck with that.

I love when opposing fans come to this board and try to tell us about players we have watched every week for the last 5 years.

The guy is washed up. His line is bad, but LJ's vision is complete shit. He's slow and doesn't have a single move to make a defender miss.

Stewie · 11-10-2009, 05:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AndyAuger

i'm the author of the linked story, yes Larry Johnson has a 2.7 YPC average but that is a product of his team, the turmoil he has faced, and his horrible offensive line.

Not saying Seattles OL is great, but it is better then the Chiefs, we also have a far superior passing game to open things up for him.

with the 30th ranked rushing attack, and cutting the Edge, we have a need at least as a backup, and he fills it.

Edge actually gained less per carry then LJ did, so my article makes sense, and is correct. We don't run outside often and with more of a spread look now we need someone to pound it up the middle. He won't cost much

It's a low risk high reward move

Thanks for linking to my article.

It works for me. Crappy running game?... LJ will fit right in. You don't have Willie Roaf, Jr., or Will Shields, Jr., do you? I didn't think so. Let LJ suffer in Purgatory. He'll be smacking women around in no time.

rtmike · 11-10-2009, 05:29 PM

I don't think Paul Allen misses the "Jailblazers" days.

Mojo Jojo · 11-10-2009, 05:33 PM

After reading this...I miss Mike Solari O-lines. Even with this talent he could make it better than it is. Solari and Gibbs both could take 5 guys and make at least an average NFL O-line.

AndyAuger · 11-10-2009, 05:33 PM

You can't get much worse then 30th ranked.

I'm not barging into your message board, you linked to my article, I read the comments, and justified my argument. We need a RB, a backup RB at least, and don't even try to tell me LJ is more washed up then the Edge.

If you don't want opposing fans on your board then don't think to their article?

11-09-2009, 07:38 PM
bishop_74 Veteran Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Denver, CO. USA Casino cash: $8654993	Seattle Seahawks Fan WANTS to Sign Running Back Larry Johnson http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2...-larry-johnson Anyone who supports the Seattle Seahawks should be well aware of our pathetic running game. 84.5 YPG, good for 30th in the league. "feature back" Julius Jones has been awful, 27th in the league with 382 yards, and has a 3.6 YPC average. Greg Knapps' scheme is no good, whatever he is doing, it sucks, and no more injury excuses, yes Walter Jones is out, but the rest of the line is healthy. He said it would take half the season for the running game to click, we respond with 55 yards rushing, against the Detroit F'ing Lions! I'm all for pulling a 2007, at 4-4, Holmgren said he would pass us into the playoffs, and so he did. At 3-5, with the tinest amount of playoff hope still alive, and a deep receiving unit, it makes sense, we could air it out 40-50 times a game en route to a more effective offense. Still, the running game has to improve, in 2007, we at least had a former MVP at running back, who ironically, gained more yards in 2007 with that club on then his replacement did in 2008. With an ineffective Julius, and a cut Edge, I would not mind seeing Justin Forsett taking over the lead role. Watching yesterdays game, most of the good running plays were with him at Running Back, coincidence? I don't see a team fighting for their playoff lives handing the running game over to a second year player drafted in the 7th round though. If this team is thinking playoff push, thats a big "if" at this point, the running game needs to be upgraded to at least take a little pressure off of Hasselbeck and the loaded passing game. "Head case" Larry Johnson just got released by the Kansas City Chiefs. Sure, there are negatives to him signing here, or anywhere. He uses the word "pillowbiter" like all of us have done, and wants the ball. 30th ranked running game, or putting up with the fact he called his coach a pillowbiter because his team is 1-7 and he is pissed off they keep losing? I don't think any Seahawks fan should want the former, or care about the latter. Unless you want to watch Julius getting those amazing 3 yards a carry every play. Now that he is out of Kansas City, he's likely going to behave, he got his wish, now he can go elsewhere. Johnson is a Mike Solari product, thats another huge benefit, he knows his Offensive Line schemes, something that should be taken into account. No transition is seamless, but if you know where the blockers are going to be, the rest can't be that hard. What on earth do the Seahawks have to lose by signing him? What other team fighting for their playoff lives has a bigger need at Running Back then the Seahawks? Nothing, and none, which is why the Seahawks should sign Larry Johnson. Last edited by bishop_74; 11-09-2009 at 10:42 PM.. Reason: Incorrect heading again
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AndyAuger Rookie Join Date: Nov 2009 Casino cash: $10004900	i'm the author of the linked story, yes Larry Johnson has a 2.7 YPC average but that is a product of his team, the turmoil he has faced, and his horrible offensive line. Not saying Seattles OL is great, but it is better then the Chiefs, we also have a far superior passing game to open things up for him. with the 30th ranked rushing attack, and cutting the Edge, we have a need at least as a backup, and he fills it. Edge actually gained less per carry then LJ did, so my article makes sense, and is correct. We don't run outside often and with more of a spread look now we need someone to pound it up the middle. He won't cost much It's a low risk high reward move Thanks for linking to my article.
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Mojo Jojo Veteran Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Johnson County Casino cash: $10013802	After reading this...I miss Mike Solari O-lines. Even with this talent he could make it better than it is. Solari and Gibbs both could take 5 guys and make at least an average NFL O-line.
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