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I believe they need a WR on the 53 more than another DL when Tre plays full time.

The film shows different. A whole bunch of inside runs for big gains.

McKenzie has not played as I hoped but Shakir isn't tearing it up with his chances. He's 7 of 15 for 118 yards and 2 drops. Both need to improve and Shakir at 25% of snaps is fine with me until he proves he deserves more. If Cook and Hines end up taking a few SWR snaps I'm fine with McKenzie losing a few.

No. If a true conflict like this was to escalate it would have to go through a medical arbitration first.

Bills DTs.

Yes. Those are the facts about his status that we know. Everything else being talked about is speculation.

I'm thinking the "only runs 3 routes" thing is a bit overblown. His drops however are a concern, and I can't see how anyone could deny that. IF he had a much lower drop rate, his yardage and TDs would be higher, and I think worthy of a WR2 designation. Then again, he has had this ankle injury, which no one can say is not a big thing for a WR. So, if I take it all in context, he needs to stay healthy and perform better in the remaining games AND playoffs to lock down #2 next season. I believe he is capable of that, but he has to step up and show it more consistently. If he can't, it pretty much guarantees that Beane uses a Day 2 pick on WR. I say Day 2 with the assumption the 1st goes to OL.

Fields and the Bears have played well in the last 3 games averaging 29 points. I'm very curious how the Jets play in this one.

Maybe sprinkle a little "entitled" into it too.

I wouldn't call the Jets/Bears game a lock for a Jets win.

Don't leave us hanging. If you were "King of the Forest" what would your answer be?

I can't believe after all the conversations about this you still don't know.

It's the "Great Expectations" that most of us have, along with the hope of the #1 seed. At least for me. I am getting some hope that Dorsey (who I have to keep telling myself he's still a pup as an OC) will get the offense hitting on all cylinders by playoff time. I saw some good trends in play design last Sunday and hope to see more on Turkey Day!

I've been a bit critical of Dorsey and I guess a little impatient too. That being said, at least he is bringing Cook around (which I like a lot) and did find ways to get the ball to Knox. That's 2 things that have been bugging me. While I like others want to see more of Hines, it is another short week so I guess I can wait a bit more. I'm hoping Dorsey at least gets one or two plays in for him Thursday. I sure would like to see Hines get some good plays drawn up for him in the Pats* game coming up.

Like I said earlier, I'm sure that Tre is getting as much support from all areas of his life to get through this. He has to know that for the team's sake he needs to make his decision soon. I'm still betting he plays soon, and things get back to normal. If he chooses not to then "the team" has no choice but to shut him down for the year.

Agree with all you said. Also, each is a little different in what could be their best usage. Should complement how to attack each opponent's weaknesses. Dorsey still has a lot to learn about using what he has and mixing it up to keep the D's guessing.

He's had 8 starts this year. Seems to have grown during that time. Frazier said in his presser that in the beginning of the year (when he had to start) he wouldn't even talk out on the field. Now he is communicating quite well. Definitely need more time to see how he develops but things are looking hopeful.

It's what makes sports fun to be a part of and why we (or I should say I) watch.

Is it OK if I watch the games to find out?

Playoffs and seeding are a long way off. The only thing right now that matters is a win in Detroit.

Wow, you come on the message board with both barrels blasting (lost the #1 seed AND good chance not to win the division)! Then you reload with "if they even make the playoffs". I'll have to keep an eye out for you! You're the kind of hard nose realist this board has been missing!

Well said and I believe Tre is apprehensive about his return, at a minimum. Listening to a lot of players who honestly talked about returning to play, it is not uncommon and is a real condition. One only has to google this to find all kinds of articles written on the subject and recommendations on overcoming the affects. I for one, can have a little more patience, but the time is coming where he will have to make a decision about his return status. It's just going to have to happen for the sake of the team. As to the "fans" poo pooing his situation, I give no serious attention to. I'm confident he has a strong community of family, doctors, coaches and fellow players who are sincerely trying to help in this matter. The macho "rub some dirt on it" and "quit being a puss" commentators are nothing but keyboard tough guys the whole world has to deal with on-line about any conflicting issue. If I was still a betting man, my money would be on Tre returning soon and this whole thing will be in the rearview mirror by the playoffs. I also believe Tre is the type of individual who will give his honest comments about his rehab and return when the time is right. His playful exterior is only a part of his personality and beneath is a serious and responsible individual, as far as what I have seen. FWIW.

Are you ready? You can trust me all the way Are you ready? Well, then let me hear you say That you’re ready, and the world will know it’s right Yes, you’re ready, and I know it’s out of sight