Rams' Steven Jackson vs. Chiefs' Larry Johnson - Page 2

**jAZ** · 11-15-2004, 03:27 PM

I'd like to hear a few comments (from those more knowledgable than me) about why Jackson is considered the future of the Rams after Faulk retires and Johnson is considered a bust.

Based on their build alone, both players seem to Eddie George-type RBs (which isn't in the Faulk/Priest/Blaylock mold). Both were late 1st round draft picks. Both were considered the #1 RB in the draft that season.

Johnson has had fewer opportunities than Jackson, but on the surface the two guys seem to have a LOT in common.

**jAZ** · 11-15-2004, 04:50 PM

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Originally Posted by HolmeZz

There was a very good chance that McGahee would've never even played a down though. If LJ was that good, they would've taken him over a guy who had just tore his ACL.

Buffalo was in a position to get a #1 overall quality RB at the end of the 1st round. The only risk was that they would have to rely on one of the best RBs in the league if things don't work out.

Solid move on their part, IMO.

HolmeZz · 11-15-2004, 04:54 PM

Exactly. They clearly didn't think LJ was at Willis' level, even with a torn up knee.

**jAZ** · 11-15-2004, 05:04 PM

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Exactly. They clearly didn't think LJ was at Willis' level, even with a torn up knee.

We almost agree... They didn't think a healthy Johnson had a healthy McGahee's potential. No one did. They were in a safe enough position to take a risk on McGahee.

That's not quite the same as saying that a healthy LJ is worse than at injured McGahee, IMO.

Thig Lyfe · 11-15-2004, 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by jAZ

We almost agree... They didn't think a healthy Johnson had a healthy McGahee's potential. No one did. They were in a safe enough position to take a risk on McGahee.

That's not quite the same as saying that a healthy LJ is worse than at injured McGahee, IMO.

A mentally disabled anteater with a stress fracture and an ear infection is better than LJ healthy.

jcroft · 11-15-2004, 05:26 PM

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Originally Posted by ArrowheadWolf

A mentally disabled anteater with a stress fracture and an ear infection is better than LJ healthy.

Bold statement for someone you've never seen play in the NFL.

Mr. Laz · 11-15-2004, 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by ArrowheadWolf

A mentally disabled anteater with a stress fracture and an ear infection is better than LJ healthy.

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ChiefsCountry · 11-15-2004, 05:32 PM

If Peterson wasn't a dipsh*t, LJ would be playing for the Titans right now and we would have a CB or LB helping out our defense.

el borracho · 11-15-2004, 05:33 PM

Don't you know the difference yet? All the Chiefs' players suck, while everbody else's players rule. That is why we are Chiefs fans.

HolmeZz · 11-15-2004, 05:33 PM

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Originally Posted by jcroft

Bold statement for someone you've never seen play in the NFL.

Except for last week against Tampa. And then the carries he got last year.

LJ's just not a good NFL back. Look no further than the fact that he can't even beat out a 5th round draft pick for the #2 spot on the depth chart. There's a reason he doesn't see the field alot. It's because he sucks.

Logical · 11-15-2004, 05:36 PM

Top 3 reasons LJ is never going to measure up to Stephen Jackson

1. Stephen Jackson has burst (big time)
2. Stephen Jackson can block
3. Stephen Jackson has good vision for gaps

Thig Lyfe · 11-15-2004, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by jcroft

Bold statement for someone you've never seen play in the NFL.

Larry Johnson vs TB Attempts: 10 Yards: 21 Average: 2.1 Long: 11

Enough said.

**Bob Dole** · 11-15-2004, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by el borracho

Don't you know the difference yet? All the Chiefs' players suck, while everbody else's players rule. That is why we are Chiefs fans.

That doesn't even make any sense.

You're a dipshit.

jcroft · 11-15-2004, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by HolmeZz

Except for last week against Tampa. And then the carries he got last year.

LJ's just not a good NFL back. Look no further than the fact that he can't even beat out a 5th round draft pick for the #2 spot on the depth chart. There's a reason he doesn't see the field alot. It's because he sucks.

Dude, I was referring to the anteater. Everyone can see that LJ sucks.

Thig Lyfe · 11-15-2004, 06:01 PM

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Originally Posted by jcroft

Dude, I was referring to the anteater. Everyone can see that LJ sucks.

Logical · 11-15-2004, 06:13 PM

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Dude, I was referring to the anteater. Everyone can see that LJ sucks.

11-15-2004, 03:27 PM
jAZ Supporter Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Tucson, AZ Casino cash: $9817493	Rams' Steven Jackson vs. Chiefs' Larry Johnson I'd like to hear a few comments (from those more knowledgable than me) about why Jackson is considered the future of the Rams after Faulk retires and Johnson is considered a bust. Based on their build alone, both players seem to Eddie George-type RBs (which isn't in the Faulk/Priest/Blaylock mold). Both were late 1st round draft picks. Both were considered the #1 RB in the draft that season. Johnson has had fewer opportunities than Jackson, but on the surface the two guys seem to have a LOT in common.
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11-15-2004, 04:54 PM	#17
HolmeZz i guess its bittersweet poetry Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: NeW HaVeN, CT Casino cash: $10004900	Exactly. They clearly didn't think LJ was at Willis' level, even with a torn up knee.
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ChiefsCountry The Insider Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Lake of the Ozarks Casino cash: $-1531248	If Peterson wasn't a dipsh*t, LJ would be playing for the Titans right now and we would have a CB or LB helping out our defense.
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11-15-2004, 05:33 PM	#23
el borracho In Pat We Trust Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Albuquerque, NM Casino cash: $2569148	Don't you know the difference yet? All the Chiefs' players suck, while everbody else's players rule. That is why we are Chiefs fans.
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11-15-2004, 05:36 PM	#25
Logical Screw U if U can't take a joke Join Date: Aug 2000 Casino cash: $10004900	Top 3 reasons LJ is never going to measure up to Stephen Jackson 1. Stephen Jackson has burst (big time) 2. Stephen Jackson can block 3. Stephen Jackson has good vision for gaps
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