My resistance to such an idea has nothing to do with fan sentimentality and everything to do with my appreciation for Driver's willingness to go over the middle and make the difficult catch, and his ability to battle for the extra yard or two without losing the ball. In terms of raw numbers, Jones' output is better and therefore the move might make sense from that standpoint, but he seemingly cannot be relied upon in pivotal situations. His drops at inopportune times have directly lead to more than one defeat. If Jones could be coached out of his lack of focus, I would say that the team should make such a move in a heartbeat, Driver's feel-good dream of playing till 40 notwithstanding.
"Nonstopdrivel" wrote:
I can understand that point, but it's sounding like the Cobb fella might have some similar attributes. Not to mention Nelson and Finley. I'm pretty sure anything the Driver was going to instill in our WR's other than the rookies has already happened.
I know it can't be predicted, but I do not think it's worth losing Jones for another season like Driver had last year, and then being cut / retired. I honestly think Rodger's will be looking towards Finley and Nelson (and perhaps Cobb / Green) more on third downs anyway. Didn't Driver have the highest drop percentage last season? As was mentioned a few months ago, Jones drops are just noticeable because they're such big plays. However, at least he's getting open and providing an opportunity for such plays, and often making them.
It would be disappointing to lose those years of development in Jones as well. I'm really skeptical of driver having a 700+ yard season as mentioned above.
I don't know, I'm just thinking from a pure business / production standpoint. It's an interesting thought, for sure.