reading after Jacobs was cut last year that what the Giants would miss most was his pass blocking for Eli. Well, if he protects Eli as he did before, his signing will have been worth everything. Welcome back, Brandon.
Welcome back to the running back who converted the most important 4th and 1 in Giants history. There's no "Eli Escape" or "Tyree Helmet Catch" in SB 42 if BJ doesn't get that one yard earlier in the drive.
I won't presume to know what these 2 guys currently look like Â
because both have lots of miles on their bodies, but I was really hoping for McGahee. He was better in his prime than Jacobs, playing very only 2 years ago, and BJac really seems to be done. But here's hoping I'm dead wrong.
Happy the big man is back! He can pass protect without a doubt and when he gets a full head of steam is a strong runner. Finally, he's a leader who bleeds big blue through and through! He didn't want to be a 49er and now he comes back to help us win another Super Bowl! He knows the offense, will protect Eli and will come back with passion and be rejuvenated, just like Aaron Ross! Not to mention he can credibly settle Wilson down and mentor the young fella so he can be the superstar we all know he can be if he can just protect the football. Love this move!
Played when they released him; waited till the Giants could claim him. (They didn't want him, but were afraid he'd get back to the Giants and make them pay).
So, welcome back big man, and linebackers there's a whole lotta hurt watin' for 'specially if you're thinking about trying to blitz Eli.
he knows the offence,
can pass block
helped bradshaw when he was a rookie,
teams need to account for him
once he gets upto steam he can be very powerful rusher
he hasnt played much so should be rested
bleeds big blue,passionate
the bad
just dont use him in short yardage he needs to be upto steam or far to easily stopped for a guy his size
he is a fullback who thinks he's joe morris type scat back
in the situation they are in they need him,i thought they should have signed him in the off season when bradshaw left
wilson will be the guy he just didnt get enough reps last year to be ready to carry the full load yet
knows the playbook, coaches and sparks the team even if he gets minimal snaps. still has lots of respect in that locker room. he will scare wilson straight.
I'd imagine he'd feel like any other player who got hit on the knee Â
there are posts about him getting his legs taken out...pulling hamstrings...and now getting helmets to the knees. I know it's a possibility he could get hurt...but why even think about it? If you don't like the signing because you think he's done as a runner is one thing...I don't agree with you...but I at least can respect that. But to say things like 'Let's see what happens when someone cuts him off at the knees and see how he feels.' just doesn't make much sense to me. How...or better, WHY...would he feel any different than any other player taking a shot to his knee?
Not trying to single you out alone newmike2 but I just don't understand the point of posts like yours and BB'56's above. Like someone mentioned earlier, Blackburn came back to the team LATER than Jacobs currently is in the season and was fine throughout the season and Jacobs appears to have kept himself in good shape. I couldn't be happier about this signing because it's my belief that the reason why Eli has been struggling so much is because of the lack of pass protection he's had since the beginning of last season. Bradshaw is a more than willing blocker and packs a good punch for his size but still was a small RB. Brown is OK at it but is always hurt and Wilson is disinterested in blocking at the moment. I personally think this move has the potential to have a dramatic, positive effect on the team moving forward. We'll see.
I say he gets hurt in the first three to four weeks or sucks . He likely is going to be unsuccessful. He fumbles too.we're going to trade him for a number one draft pick you guys are making me laugh
You are 100% wrong. So you would rather have Scott over Jacobs? Bringing Jacobs in isn't about the run game. It is about protecting Eli, ball security, and mentoring Wilson. And look at All the tweets, jacob's teammates love him. I think this is a great move.
and if they forget about him, he can slip into the flat and catch the short pass. He had hands of stone when he first came up, but largely solved that problem over time.
but the more I think about it, McGahee would probably have been a better choice - if the Giants had plans to feature the back they signed to some degree.
But they don't, we'll still see large doses of Wilson, so this makes more sense.
I know most our saying this is for his blocking.. which is true to some extent.. but I think he'll be a great teammate and mentor to the other running backs too.. I know that's been mentioned..
I think people don't expect him to get many touches.. but he will.. even if used in pass protection.. he'll get touches to keep teams honest.. could be a dump pass or screen.. or a few runs here and there..
also..
3rd and 2 at the goal line.. who gets the ball.. I think we'll see BJ in the game.. whether it's a play action pass or he'll still get chances to convert short yardage..
the one thing I'm sure about.. is he only wanted to be on the Giants or retire.. he bleeds Giants blue.. and he's gonna give his all.. he's gonna be playing with fire knowing this is most likely his last hurrah.. and chance to contribute to our Giants..
Was so busy I did not find out until a friend who is an Eagles fan told me last night at a back to school night.
Jacob's was done a few years ago in my unqualified estimation. He certainly brings an attitude back that the Giants lack. But I doubt he provides very much on the field other than a change of pace. Which in and of itself should be good.
I can't wait for the first comments after Jacobs dances his way along the line of scrimmage for 1 yard like he used too . . .
and get knocked the fuck out. This move is a no-brainer. When he is in the game DE's and LB's don't come at Eli very hard for an obvious reason. BJ is waiting and he will hit you. Very, very, hard.
I think in addition to 3rd down where he can block or belly out I would also use him as FB in jumbo formation blocking for DW. Hyno was scary bad the other night. A FB that whiffs on blocks gets released very quickly.
It always seems that Jacobs turns into a tip-toe burglar and runs east-west after he gets a low shot. I hope he doesn't revert to that mode when the first DB takes a crack at his knees.
This isn't personal, it's just an observation. I've advocated for getting him back because he knows the system and Eli likes him but I recognize that this is a desperation move not a luxury move.
Some of you need to shake the sand out of your vags and return to reality.
I am relaxed. I just don't see the point of your post. Nothing more. Jacobs has/had a tendency to run East/West more often than I'm sure we'd all like...but, IMO, it's never taken a shot to his knees in order for him to start running that way. It's always been my opinion that he thinks he's a lot more nimble than he really is but hopefully he'll turn that around and not do it as often.
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So, welcome back big man, and linebackers there's a whole lotta hurt watin' for 'specially if you're thinking about trying to blitz Eli.
he knows the offence,
can pass block
helped bradshaw when he was a rookie,
teams need to account for him
once he gets upto steam he can be very powerful rusher
he hasnt played much so should be rested
bleeds big blue,passionate
the bad
just dont use him in short yardage he needs to be upto steam or far to easily stopped for a guy his size
he is a fullback who thinks he's joe morris type scat back
in the situation they are in they need him,i thought they should have signed him in the off season when bradshaw left
wilson will be the guy he just didnt get enough reps last year to be ready to carry the full load yet
'Nuff said
SanFranGiantsFan : 8:38 pm
But he knows the system & can block. He'll be an asset
Never? I'm very sure you were saying this just about after the 4th & 1 he picked up for us on the game-winning drive in Super Bowl 42????
How many DEs has he left teeth rattling, from those little "chips"
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You have no idea what the Giants plans are, Give the guy a game before slamming the guy and the move. #disgraced
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Good hands and he likes to truck DBs
Are some of you guys serious with some of these posts?
Not trying to single you out alone newmike2 but I just don't understand the point of posts like yours and BB'56's above. Like someone mentioned earlier, Blackburn came back to the team LATER than Jacobs currently is in the season and was fine throughout the season and Jacobs appears to have kept himself in good shape. I couldn't be happier about this signing because it's my belief that the reason why Eli has been struggling so much is because of the lack of pass protection he's had since the beginning of last season. Bradshaw is a more than willing blocker and packs a good punch for his size but still was a small RB. Brown is OK at it but is always hurt and Wilson is disinterested in blocking at the moment. I personally think this move has the potential to have a dramatic, positive effect on the team moving forward. We'll see.
He's knows the offense and he's a great blocking back.
I just hope he becomes a short yardage force that we desparately need and that he once was a looooooong time ago.
But they don't, we'll still see large doses of Wilson, so this makes more sense.
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I know most our saying this is for his blocking.. which is true to some extent.. but I think he'll be a great teammate and mentor to the other running backs too.. I know that's been mentioned..
I think people don't expect him to get many touches.. but he will.. even if used in pass protection.. he'll get touches to keep teams honest.. could be a dump pass or screen.. or a few runs here and there..
also..
3rd and 2 at the goal line.. who gets the ball.. I think we'll see BJ in the game.. whether it's a play action pass or he'll still get chances to convert short yardage..
the one thing I'm sure about.. is he only wanted to be on the Giants or retire.. he bleeds Giants blue.. and he's gonna give his all.. he's gonna be playing with fire knowing this is most likely his last hurrah.. and chance to contribute to our Giants..
Jacob's was done a few years ago in my unqualified estimation. He certainly brings an attitude back that the Giants lack. But I doubt he provides very much on the field other than a change of pace. Which in and of itself should be good.
I can't wait for the first comments after Jacobs dances his way along the line of scrimmage for 1 yard like he used too . . .
I think in addition to 3rd down where he can block or belly out I would also use him as FB in jumbo formation blocking for DW. Hyno was scary bad the other night. A FB that whiffs on blocks gets released very quickly.
This isn't personal, it's just an observation. I've advocated for getting him back because he knows the system and Eli likes him but I recognize that this is a desperation move not a luxury move.
Some of you need to shake the sand out of your vags and return to reality.
He's a flawed guy but he's our guy.
And please save the childish insults. Thanks.