The New York Jets will be releasing running back Thomas Jones this week from their top-ranked rushing offense.
Jones had 1,402 rushing yards and a franchise record 14 touchdowns last season, but he’s also 31 years old which usually marks the downside of a running back’s career.
Shonn Greene will take over as the lead back after a rookie season that saw him pick up 540 yards and average 5.0 yards per carry. However, his production increased substantially as the season progressed until the playoffs where his 309 yards almost exceeded his regular season total.
Jones has been a good soldier for the New York Jets, but they are making the right call releasing him.
A large reason for the success of the Jets running game is their O-line that boasts Alan Faneca, D’Brickashaw Ferguson and Nick Mangold. The Jets should be able to find a much cheaper back who can put up decent yards behind their O-line should Shonn Greene go down.
The New York Jets odds to win the Superbowl are currently at +2200 despite a strong playoff run.
