Matt Jones for Tight End?
by IFChris on Feb 18, 2010 2:54 PM EST
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With his size (6-6, 220), there are some rumors going around that Matt Jones might be playing tight end when the Bengals kick off the 2010/11 season. While he's not known as a blocker, if Jones decides to give a damn, he has the talent to be a Ben Utecht/Jay Novacek-style of tight end.
The question is, is Jones motivated enough to be effective in that area?
The reason I ask is because when that not-very-flattering report about Jones' workout for the Bengals broke, PFT speculated Bengals coaches were trying to motivate Jones by criticizing him to Yahoo Sports. Of course, they also said, "It's more likely that the sources are fighting back against a move orchestrated by owner/G.M. Mike Brown."
Whatever the case, it's up to Jones to decide whether or not he wants to be a contributing member of this team, be it at receiver or tight end. Considering the amount of talent in the upcoming NFL Draft at both tight end and receiver, I'm hoping the Bengals wouldn't suffer an unmotivated Jones for very long.
On the other hand, perhaps Jones can channel such fine folks like Dhani Jones, Cedric Benson and Tank Johnson and use the Bengals to revitalize his career. It's all up to him.
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That was exactly what I was thinking.
Could be great tight end if he’s willing to block.
Maybe he should get high with coke every time he plays so he can block like a beast! Let’s take advantage of his coke addiction.
If you don't live like you wanna, you live like you shouldn't
I don’t see him becoming an effective inline blocker as a TE. He is only 220lbs and has never been an inline blocker in his life. As a former first rounder, it is easy to say he is a bust, since much more production is expected from a top round pick,. If, as a secondary WR option, he can grab 30-45 passes, win a few down field jump balls, and create a red zone mismatch with his size, I think he will be $700,000 well worth it.
by Cedric Benson Boat Party on Feb 19, 2010 12:57 PM EST up reply actions
Hmmm
He was undisciplined with a shitty work ethic as a WR and some genius thinks he would excel in a position that requires more work with less recognition? Yeah, that is going to work out just fine.
cough cough..
Chase Coffman.. cough
by the way.. Ive noticed a stunning similarity between the bengals related articles on profootballtalk.com and what gets reported here, have anything new? I hate the offseason..
by 80%OFTHETIMEIMRIGHTEVERYTIME on Feb 18, 2010 4:32 PM EST reply actions
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You should. Most of our sources come from the Enquirer, DDN, CNati, Twitter accounts, Bengals.com, NFL.com, FoxSports, CBS Sports, NBC Sports, ESPN, ESPN.com, ESPN radio, etc… and that’s where they get their info. One’s news, the other (us) is more than just news. It’s our opinion and fan interaction and some of our material sets it up so you guys can discuss.
Just remember. We’re not “reporters” so we’re not reporting anything. We’re reacting and creating a forum for people to discuss those events.
And the offseason royally sucks!
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by Josh Kirkendall on Feb 18, 2010 4:43 PM EST up reply actions
Well aside from the blatant bias against us there and us trying to at least something put somewhat of a hopeful and/or positive spin on things here… yeah, pretty much the same stuff.
For those who can't remember the uncapped FA rules, this link's for you.
what? no one made any comments about Coffman..
I am sorry Kirk, I know no one is reporting anything. The comment was more about how there is no news hence the ’’I hate the offseason". You know I love you guys and this site..
But seriously, didn’t we just draft a pass catching TE? Why would we now move our newly acquired WR into the spot I thought we filled last year?? I agree with whodeydoc, is this not the NFL? Can we seriously not just get a TE to fill a TE spot? Unreal..
by 80%OFTHETIMEIMRIGHTEVERYTIME on Feb 19, 2010 12:29 AM EST up reply actions
Rumors Rumors Rumors
I think that everybody is over-reacting to an over-hyped media frenzy that is NFL football. How often do we hear stuff like this:
Sources tell Big C that the Bengals like Jones’ size (6-6, 220),– From the actual article.
And it ends up being completely false? I usually don’t trust that kind of stuff unless they cite their “source.”
This just in: Sources are saying that the Bengals are looking into pass catching dog “Air Bud” for their first round pick. Reportedly, they like the fact that he has four legs instead of two.
This is our year!
You’d think the world’s first dog WR would get more news, but he’s been in movies for years now. I guess the media is bored with him.
This is our year!
by Paul Cannon on Feb 19, 2010 11:02 AM EST up reply actions
I think he was suspended under the substance abuse policy
I guess Air Bud couldn’t stay away from the bud. ZING!!!
by smoormandiddy on Feb 19, 2010 11:03 AM EST up reply actions
Stats for Air bud
height: 3’4"
40yrd dash: 4.1
Age: 3yrs (21 dog years)
favorite toy: squeaky hammer
vertical leap: 58"
Observations: Great Route Running and athletic ability (easily jumps over neighbors fence), discouraged when not incentivized with Beggin Strips, some scouts seem to think that a dog can’t play in the NFL (though there are no rules explicitly stating that they can’t)
Character Issues: Has been seen in public with bitches, nipped at neighbor
by The Dealio on Feb 19, 2010 12:34 PM EST up reply actions 1 recs
"seen in public with bitches"
amazing.. haha
amazing.. haha
by 80%OFTHETIMEIMRIGHTEVERYTIME on Feb 19, 2010 2:54 PM EST up reply actions
the bengals are a pro team, right?
get a damn tight end already and quit playing games and taking chances on problem players
by whodeydoc on Feb 18, 2010 4:38 PM EST reply actions 3 recs
Agree with above
Matt Jones can try out for any position he wants…but if the Bengals don’t want to repeat last year’s offensive debacle, sign a real tight end.
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by TheWalrus1971 on Feb 18, 2010 5:25 PM EST up reply actions 1 recs
The Bengals
are somewhat commendable in giving these outcasts second chances but this is the flip side. I hope Jones realizes this may be his last good chance to matter in the NFL so he’d better not screw things up. If this pays off for the Bengals, the dividends will be huge. Of course, Cincy needs to remember that they are a passing team and Carson has to regain his once prodigious touch if this is to work. We’ll see what happens.
Brad James
by the new Bradfather on Feb 18, 2010 5:41 PM EST reply actions
Matt Jones
I guess Mike Brown has got the idea in his head that Matt Jones can become Dallas Clark. Not going to happen. I don’t think Matt has the work ethic or desire to be an inline blocker sealing LB’s or hooking DE’s in the run game. The Bengal coaching staff will find out early how much Matt Jones really wants an NFL paycheck. I don’t see Matt Jones on the opening day roster for the Bengals.
A lot of talk about him being lazy
But that was before getting booted from the NFL. Since then I’ve heard he’s actually been training like a professional.
Also he’d be a great TE… if he put on 30-50 pounds. We’ll put him on the all Andre diet. Doughnuts, Bacon Cheese Burgers, Cheetoes, Whole Sticks of Butter, pork chops, and whale blubber – for breakfast
bengals website
" Contrary to Internet reports the Bengals aren’t thinking about putting newly-signed wide receiver Matt Jones at tight end. As PFT called it, Jones simply isn’t big enough. When the Bengals officially announced his signing Thursday, they listed him at 6-6, 218 pounds. The only tight end they have under contract is Chase Coffman, but everyone figures they have to draft one fairly high.
Chase Coffman
Cincinnati Bengals #80 – Tight End
Born: 1986/11/10 Age: 23
Height: 6-6 Weight: 257
Yeah, I’d say I’d rather assume a bigger, younger, more motivated player wants to win this position. He was a total non-factor last year, this is true, but I have to believe this project should give us some hope at TE
IF they bring Matt Jones in training camp for TE, it might be more for the competition edge to see if they can spark him up to play hard and get the hell back in the WR camp.
I agree about Chase
He was injured most of the year. Nothing big but nagging. He does need to be able to block and I am sure that if he can become even a passable blocker he could be huge for us. I would much rather have Iupati in the first than Gresham and then get either Shipley of McCluster for the slot in the 2nd. If Chase comes around, with Shipley or McCluster and an improved Oline and better protection that comes with it Carson will have 2 very talented receivers added to the receiving corps.
We can find a stretch the field guy in FA or in the later rounds. I actually think Caldwell, Chad and maybe even Coles can be good with another second for Carson to work. I also think TO has another year or 2 left in him and if Chad is willing to give a bit of his salary to get him he may be a bargain.
"Coincidence is God's way of staying anonymous"
Yes
Get the best O-line you possibly can and it will make everyone else looks better. With the large group of WR’s after Dez all being seen as relativly equal, they will all fall into rounds 2 and 3.
If they go offense in the 1st it should be Iupati. Otherwise go with more D.
by smoormandiddy on Feb 19, 2010 12:52 PM EST up reply actions
move him to guard
and then convert Jason Shirley to TE for this season. He’s been bright enough to learn two positions, so why not 3?
Making the team maybe??? TE...NOT!!!
Reality check, I like how everyone talks about how he is going to be used, in truth he has less than a 50% chance of even making this team. The beauty of signing him is that he has to prove himself. Real projection is he will be cut by opening week unless there is a training camp injury giving him a roster spot, or he defies the odds & steps up & shows his worth as a slot receiver.
by Vman in Germany on Feb 19, 2010 12:25 PM EST reply actions
Ben Utecht-style tight end?
Reach for the stars, Matt!
does that mean he has a bird chest and gets concussions when the wind blows??
by 80%OFTHETIMEIMRIGHTEVERYTIME on Feb 19, 2010 2:57 PM EST up reply actions
I think his first single is titled "Jesus and Mike Brown are my redeemers"
followed by “God is slightly better than cocaine.. but its close”
by 80%OFTHETIMEIMRIGHTEVERYTIME on Feb 19, 2010 3:27 PM EST up reply actions
I DO COCAINE!!!!!!!!!!
Slim 15, you will be missed. RIP Chris Henry
by Danimal, Destroyer of Worlds on Feb 20, 2010 6:51 PM EST reply actions
C-C-C-C-C-YEAHHHHHHHHHHHH!!
Slim 15, you will be missed. RIP Chris Henry
by Danimal, Destroyer of Worlds on Feb 20, 2010 6:52 PM EST up reply actions
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