The further up the depth chart Clowney can justifiably get, the better, because him being a deep threat will be a big deal, but I think Keller can stretch the field down the middle too. Right now, Clowney’s behind Stuck and Smith on the depth chart, so unless he can overtake them, what you’re probably looking at is (hopefully a much better) Jonathan Carter or Justin McCareins 4th wideout and occasional deep threat. Clowney isn’t expected to help on specials unless they have him returning kicks.

Smith MAY have potential, but the reality is that his trade value is very low. However, the same could be said for Ratliff, Coleman and Elam, so if Mangini would be willing to reduce the draft pick compensation by including him in a trade for Edwards, then the Jets could get a bargain. However, do they want to pay $10m a year for a WR? If they do, why not wait and get a better one in next year’s free agent class? That way they can evalutate whether it might be smarter to retain Smith, who as I say is an ideal 4th or 5th wideout due to his ST prowess.

If they are going to add a WR (and I’m not sure they will), I think they’ll get a short term fix (Jones or Plax, or even one of the others out there), so they keep their options open for next year.

Always great knowledge, but gotta dissagree on Smith’s pick (thus far).

I’m not saying he’s a Anthony Schlegel – BUST! I’m saying he’s a Special Teamer with unrealized potential.

And, potentially potential at a position that we’ve already got covered. We’ve got Cotchery, so why do we need Smith?

Rather, we would better benefit if David Clowney makes the team, because we don’t have a deep threat. That’s why I’m totally hoping he wins out!

I know the guys was a huge stud in college and that he checked his ego at the door when Mangini asked his to convert to a wideout; yet, I didn’t realize your point about the guy’s first downs as aJet (when given his looks), only patience isn’t my virtue.

That’s why ee need Plax and/or Matt Jones – Already!

How ’bout?

- Plax or Matt Jones – #1 Wideout
- Jerricho Cotchery – #2 Wideout
- Chanci Stuckey – Slot
- David Clowney – Deep Threat
- Wallace Wright – Special Teams/Wideout Depth
- Brad Smith – Special Teams/Wideout Depth

And, we keep one or two of our Too Tall Red Zone targets on the practice squad: Marcus Henry, Huey Whittaker and Mario Urrutia

Also, if Mangini believe’s in Brad Smith’s potential as much as you (and you know he does), why not include him in a trade for Braylon Edwards?

Of course, I know that he had a poor season (dropping the ball) last year, but I’m confident that he can bounce back.

Dean

When Smith was drafted it was reported he’d be a possession receiver with an ability to get yards after the catch and that’s what he’s been. Nobody ever expected him to be a deep threat.

If you saw Smith play in college he was absolutely awesome. They haven’t even scratched the surface of what this kid can do – and he is still only 25.

Last year, with Stuckey replacing McCareins, Smith was relegated to 4th choice wide receiver and got fewer reps as a result. The only game when he got starter reps (for just over a half) was the best of his career (against Oakland). I see that as potential signs of growth.

He wouldn’t earn nearly as much money in the CFL – the highest paid player in the league earns just $500K a year.

For a 4th round pick, he’s given them excellent special teams play and is usually good for a couple of first downs a game (he only had two less than Chris Baker last year, despite hardly any reps on offense. That’s not a bad return.

You sped through Bedford Stuy alone. You may be right I may be crazy, but Mildcat Smith is not the QB/WR we’re looking for.

He’s just to slow… Can’t get no separation… no, no, no. He’ll leave you stranded in the combat zone. You may be right. I may be crazy, but David Clowney’s the deep field threat we’re looking for… it’s time to test him in a game.

I agree Smith could of, should of, would of gone to the CFL to be QB like Flutie and Warner. His WR Route to the NFL seems to have become a button hook to Special Teams at best.

What a waste of 4th round pick!

Billy Joel

My point regarding “taking a page out of the Patriots [and Bills] playbook” is both TO and Moss were great values as each was acquired on the cheap (TO = 4th round pick), beacuse they had worn out their welcome with theire respective clubs due to off the field antics.

Now, do ya get the comparison?

Of which, we can say the same of both Plax and Matt Jones regardless of the off the field antics with drugs, guns or just shooting off their big mouths.

I want the Jets to possibly capitalize on a proven player like Plax or Jones’s huge (6′6″) potential with little risk (trades, salery) except for the opportunity cost… which is either of these guys going to another team like Miami.

Or should I say, let’s keep up with the Jones’ Belacheats and Parcells of the AFC East and take a chance on Matt?!

However, every pass should go to Dustin keller.

are you his agent? Or maybe the Jets PR?
I can guarantee he won’t be the teams most productive WR and if he is the Jets are in real trouble!