dfosterf
13 years ago

The drops were terrible, but I've never blamed him much for the fumble. He got caught from behind by one of the best LBs in the league (Urlacher) who punched the ball out, and the ball magically stayed inbounds. It was a good play by Urlacher.

I agree with GoPack1984 that Jones would've been a better fit for either the Bears or Vikings than the players they ended up with.

Originally Posted by: Greg C. 



That's right. It was a great play by Urlacher. Our whole wide receiver corps had issues from time-to-time with drops last year, too much so than I would prefer, including the Super Bowl... but ya know what- They were by far and away the best GROUP of receivers in the NFL...

The media focuses on the "top two / receiver tandem" That's bullshit. We hit 'em with our LAST wideout "on paper". James Jones was very instrumental in us winning that trophy, just like his QB said. I get a little pissed at the hyper-criticism of the young man. James Jones is a huge asset for this team, and imo, makes us the most dangerous team in the NFL in the passing game- in a "passing league".


Some of you f#ckers need to learn to embrace the value of a James Jones, imo.

Sure he frustrated at times, but he saved our collective asses at times too.

I'm thrilled with this development, it's perfect, and Cobb gives me wood, as long as James Jones was signed.

Watch--- As the season progresses this year, I'll bet that all will agree this was the "big-good-move" for the Pack. It's speculation, but I'm old and "know good" when I see it, in my own myopic, but more often than not correct, opinion.

This was good.



Nonstopdrivel
13 years ago

We do look pretty crowded at WR, but that can change in an instant.

Originally Posted by: all_about_da_packers 


I have been banging this drum for years, particularly whenever people would say that there was no need to draft new receivers because the current corps is the best in the league. I said a few months ago that if I had to choose between Brandon Jackson and James Jones staying, I would go with the latter. I will be curious to see how people react to this signing if a Jones miscue loses an important game, though. I personally am not expecting Driver to contribute much this season, and while I am hoping it is his last season in Green Bay, I am guessing he will hang around two more seasons. Ted Thompson tends to keep players one year longer than I wish he would.
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dfosterf
13 years ago

I have been banging this drum for years, particularly whenever people would say that there was no need to draft new receivers because the current corps is the best in the league. I said a few months ago that if I had to choose between Brandon Jackson and James Jones staying, I would go with the latter. I will be curious to see how people react to this signing if a Jones miscue loses an important game, though. I personally am not expecting Driver to contribute much this season, and while I am hoping it is his last season in Green Bay, I am guessing he will hang around two more seasons. Ted Thompson tends to keep players one year longer than I wish he would.

Originally Posted by: Nonstopdrivel 




Donald Driver will know for himself when it is time to go. We all love him, and his role in this corps doesn't place a premium on speed or anything, so why do we have to sweat that part, especially with our drafting of Cobb? Driver is built like the proverbial brick shit-house, remains in absolute impecappable shape, plus he's a slot/inside guy---TT doesn't keep players one year too long, that's just you being a hyper-dick, which is of value, also. šŸ˜ imo
zombieslayer
13 years ago

Randall Cobb was drafted to replace James Jones? Interesting, I didn't know James Jones did any kick/punt returns and could play wildcat as an extra wrinkle. It begs the question, why would you draft a guy to replace a 27 yr old rather than to replace the 36 yr old? I'm failing to understand that logic, seems foolish tactical move if true.

Especially since James Jones is on the upside and Donald Driver is on the downside. One would think Randall Cobb would have been drafted more to replace Donald Driver than James Jones. Then again, I haven't seen Driver returning kicks/punts either. šŸ¤·


Greg Jennings
James Jones
Jordy Nelson
Donald Driver
Randall Cobb
Brett Swain

then throw in
Jermichael Finley
Andrew Quarless



I like the Packers WR and TE oh and Ryan Grand and James Starks running the ball and that guy who throws it... what's his name??


This was a good move by the Packers and I think it's comical any fan of the Packers would disagree. More weapons for the passing game = good thing.

Remember, good defense and good passing game is what wins championships.

Originally Posted by: Zero2Cool 



I especially like that last sentence. Not sure where I've heard it before though. šŸ¤”

I said that Jones was drafted to replace Driver. I still stand by it. I was down on Jones at the end of last year but hoping he can prove me wrong and live up to his potential (I've also said JJ reminded me of Sterling Sharpe).
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Zero2Cool
13 years ago

I especially like that last sentence. Not sure where I've heard it before though. šŸ¤”

I said that Jones was drafted to replace Driver. I still stand by it. I was down on Jones at the end of last year but hoping he can prove me wrong and live up to his potential (I've also said James Jones reminded me of Sterling Sharpe).

Originally Posted by: zombieslayer 



I've never disagreed with the sentence. I've only disagreed with the notion that you don't need to run the ball ever.

James Jones being drafted to replace Donald Driver makes a helluva lot more sense than Randall Cobb being drafted to replace James Jones, while Donald Driver is still on the team! I've likened James Jones to Sterling Sharpe as well. Except I don't remember Sharpe dropping nearly as many balls, in fact, I don't think he ever dropped a pass, haha.

Again, maybe this is wishful thinking on my part, but I really believe Edgar Bennett being the WR coach is going to help the WR catch and hang onto the ball better this year than the last two years. And again, I think Edgar Bennett is going to help James Jones the most of the group. I bet James Jones is 2nd in receptions on the Packers this season, excluding Jermichael Finley since he's not a WR.
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Porforis
13 years ago

I really don't see why. We drafted Cobb to replace Jones, at least partially. There's no way we're going to be able to have Jennings, Driver, Nelson, Jones, Cobb and Finley regularly on the field, like all of them should be.

Originally Posted by: Packers_Finland 



Well, Finley wouldn't be on the field all the time anyways and Cobb is still new, and Driver's on the decline. Keeping Jones is important but not vital.
Zero2Cool
13 years ago

Well, Finley wouldn't be on the field all the time anyways and Cobb is still new, and Driver's on the decline. Keeping Jones is important but not vital.

Originally Posted by: Porforis 



I didn't really understand that whole can't have them all on the field at the same time gripe myself. The Packers tend to rotate players often at several positions to keep them fresh and also serves well to give the backups experience in case they are needed. Under that thinking of can't play them all, well, might as well dump Matt Flynn too because he can't be on the field when Rodgers is, at least not in any beneficial manner to the Packers offense.
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Cheesey
13 years ago
I'm glad he's coming back.
Can't have too many good WR's. ONE injury, and then who do you put in? Jones helps keep the situation solid.
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Since69
13 years ago
I love that he's staying. He's got talent, and we'll need it, 'cause I think Driver is done. I hope not, but I think so.
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zombieslayer
13 years ago

I've never disagreed with the sentence. I've only disagreed with the notion that you don't need to run the ball ever.

James Jones being drafted to replace Donald Driver makes a helluva lot more sense than Randall Cobb being drafted to replace James Jones, while Donald Driver is still on the team! I've likened James Jones to Sterling Sharpe as well. Except I don't remember Sharpe dropping nearly as many balls, in fact, I don't think he ever dropped a pass, haha.

Again, maybe this is wishful thinking on my part, but I really believe Edgar Bennett being the WR coach is going to help the WR catch and hang onto the ball better this year than the last two years. And again, I think Edgar Bennett is going to help James Jones the most of the group. I bet James Jones is 2nd in receptions on the Packers this season, excluding Jermichael Finley since he's not a WR.

Originally Posted by: Zero2Cool 



Taken out of context, as I've explained numerous times. I said 2 passes for 1 rush is fine. In the SB, we went 3 to 1 and won. Would have won by more if our receivers would have caught the damn ball. But that's besides the point.

Jones has the most upside of any WR besides Gregorious. Jones is tough and a deep threat. You rarely get both in a WR. He just needs to work on his concentration, and hopefully you're right about E Bennett (whom I've always admired).

Yeah, Sharpe rarely dropped anything. It still bugs me to this day that he got injured before he could have locked in a Hall of Fame career.
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