Apparently, Chad Pennington would like to see more production from LaMont Jordan. I think I am breaking some unwritten rules by taking fantasy news and making it appear to be real news. Regardless, here is the information that I nicked from FanBall.com

THE NEWS

Chad Pennington is lobbying for more game action for backup running back LaMont Jordan, according to reports in the Star-Ledger. “Some people might think I'm crazy, but LaMont is a key to our success not only on the ground but as an offense,” Pennington said on ESPN Radio on Tuesday. “I think you will [see more of Jordan] as the season goes onÂ…We'll definitely need him.”

OUR VIEW

Jordan has just six carries for 48 yards and a touchdown this year. Coach Herm Edwards has been reluctant to use him, perhaps because the two haven't seen eye-to-eye in recent years, or perhaps just because Curtis Martin is running so well. Jordan provides a different look for defenses, however, with his more punishing and straight forward running style. Jordan rushed three times for 21 yards against the Patriots a week ago, and Pennington wants to see more of it. The Jets would be wise to use Jordan to take some of the load off of Martin, who is on pace for a career-high (by far) 405 rushing attempts at the ripe old age of 31. LaMont is not worth a fantasy roster spot.

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