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C Mart · 10-02-2012, 05:24 PM

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Jets sign RB Lex Hilliard, per league source.

Who is going to get cut??? Connor?

barkus · 10-02-2012, 05:26 PM

did they finally IR revis for the spot or did they cut somebody else?

Nike · 10-02-2012, 05:27 PM

5' 11" 240 28 yrs old. last played with new england is he practice squad material? or is john conner done here?

Kotch · 10-02-2012, 05:27 PM

I hope we now move McKnight back to CB. Just because that would be hilarious.

Rexipus Rex · 10-02-2012, 05:28 PM

He was best known as the short yardage specialist for Sparano in Miami...converted at a really high rate.

That being said, I have no idea what this is supposed to accomplish unless we are cutting Conner or if Conner or another RB is hurt.

Nike · 10-02-2012, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Kotch

I hope we now move McKnight back to CB. Just because that would be hilarious.

this guy is a fb.

Joe W. Namath · 10-02-2012, 05:30 PM

cut greene

Nike · 10-02-2012, 05:34 PM

Hilliard has been primarily a special teamer throughout his career. He's unlikely to be higher than fourth or fifth on the depth chart at running back.

super bowl.

C Mart · 10-02-2012, 05:37 PM

Hilliard was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in the sixth round (204th overall) of the 2008 NFL Draft.[6] On May 19, he signed a four-year contract with the Dolphins.[7] Viewed as a fullback/tailback hybrid,[8] Hilliard stated he had no preference on where he played.[5]

In the 2008 preseason, Hilliard finished third on the team with 68 rushing yards on a 2.8-yard average.[9] He also caught three passes for 24 yards.[9] On August 30, the team waived Hilliard during final cuts.[10] He was re-signed to the practice squad the following day.[11]

After spending the entire 2008 season on the practice squad, Hilliard was re-signed on January 5, 2009. In week 11 of the 2009 season Hillard was given the backup running back role behind Ricky Williams due to the foot injury to Ronnie Brown.

Minnesota Vikings

Hilliard signed with the Minnesota Vikings on March 18, 2012. On August 31, 2012 as the Vikings reduced their roster down to league maximum of 53 players, he was released.[12]

New England Patriots

On September 4th, 2012, Hilliard signed with the New England Patriots. He was released on September 19, 2012. During his short tenure with the Patriots, Hilliard played in two games recording one rush attempt for two yards.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lex_Hilliard

Nike · 10-02-2012, 05:40 PM

is john conner hurt?

southparkcpa · 10-02-2012, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by C Mart

Hilliard was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in the sixth round (204th overall) of the 2008 NFL Draft.[6] On May 19, he signed a four-year contract with the Dolphins.[7] Viewed as a fullback/tailback hybrid,[8] Hilliard stated he had no preference on where he played.[5]

In the 2008 preseason, Hilliard finished third on the team with 68 rushing yards on a 2.8-yard average.[9] He also caught three passes for 24 yards.[9] On August 30, the team waived Hilliard during final cuts.[10] He was re-signed to the practice squad the following day.[11]

After spending the entire 2008 season on the practice squad, Hilliard was re-signed on January 5, 2009. In week 11 of the 2009 season Hillard was given the backup running back role behind Ricky Williams due to the foot injury to Ronnie Brown.

Minnesota Vikings

Hilliard signed with the Minnesota Vikings on March 18, 2012. On August 31, 2012 as the Vikings reduced their roster down to league maximum of 53 players, he was released.[12]

New England Patriots

On September 4th, 2012, Hilliard signed with the New England Patriots. He was released on September 19, 2012. During his short tenure with the Patriots, Hilliard played in two games recording one rush attempt for two yards.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lex_Hilliard

He is the Garrett McIntyre of offense.

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Originally Posted by Nike

5' 11" 240 28 yrs old. last played with new england is he practice squad material? or is john conner done here?

Conner? Will we notice he is gone when it happens?

Nike · 10-02-2012, 05:42 PM

tanny is really reaching isnt he? instead of a signing of at least a has been he signs a nobody thats never been.

C Mart · 10-02-2012, 05:42 PM

BIOGRAPHY: Two-year starter and All-Conference selection who totaled 242/1132/16 last season. Missed the 2006 campaign with a torn Achilles.
Posted career-high numbers of 229/1322/12 as a junior in 2005.

POSITIVES: Strong interior ball-carrier who may be tried at fullback. Patient, waits for blocks to develop, and finds running lanes. Keeps his feet moving on contact, breaks several tackles during a single carry, and tough to bring down. Effectively picks up blocking assignments and will stop defenders on the blitz.

NEGATIVES: Possesses marginal speed and quickness. Loses momentum when he changes direction and more of a straight-line runner.

ANALYSIS: Hilliard is a nice-sized ball-carrier who competes hard and does the little things well. Strong at the point, he lacks the speed and creativity to be a feature runner, yet he offers possibilities as a short-yardage specialist and could develop into a lead blocker.

PROJECTION: Undrafted Free Agent

http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/foo...yers/6853.html

C Mart · 10-02-2012, 05:44 PM

Manish Mehta ‏@MMehtaNYDN
Source confirms @ProFootballTalk report that Jets have signed RB Lex Hilliard

barkus · 10-02-2012, 05:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Nike

is john conner hurt?

I think he tweaked his knee again on sunday

Ruby2 · 10-02-2012, 05:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nike

is john conner hurt?

Yup

And he's terrible.

Nike · 10-02-2012, 05:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Ruby2

Yup

And he's terrible.

finally we are in agreement on something. glad to see you come around.

FijiJet · 10-02-2012, 05:47 PM

This may be he most important thing - someone who is reliable in blitz pickup and doesn't leave gaping holes for defenders to charge through. Perhaps the Jets need some high effort reliable hungry players who give honest effort rather than the overpaid fat cats on the roster

Ruby2 · 10-02-2012, 05:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Nike

finally we are in agreement on something. glad to see you come around.

tfine350z · 10-02-2012, 05:55 PM

See guys this will solve all of our problems...I knew the front office would come through!!!!!!

10-02-2012, 05:24 PM	#1
C Mart Jets Insider VIP Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 21,304	Jets sign RB Lex Hilliard, per league source. ProFootballTalk ‏@ProFootballTalk Jets sign RB Lex Hilliard, per league source. Who is going to get cut??? Connor? Last edited by C Mart; 10-02-2012 at 05:26 PM.

10-02-2012, 05:26 PM	#2
barkus Veteran Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 1,242	did they finally IR revis for the spot or did they cut somebody else?

10-02-2012, 05:27 PM	#3
Nike Fix it or sell it Woody! Banned Join Date: Aug 2012 Posts: 3,386	5' 11" 240 28 yrs old. last played with new england is he practice squad material? or is john conner done here?

10-02-2012, 05:27 PM	#4
Kotch Veteran Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 1,897	I hope we now move McKnight back to CB. Just because that would be hilarious.

10-02-2012, 05:28 PM	#5
Rexipus Rex Mo' money Veteran Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: E'Ville Posts: 1,200	He was best known as the short yardage specialist for Sparano in Miami...converted at a really high rate. That being said, I have no idea what this is supposed to accomplish unless we are cutting Conner or if Conner or another RB is hurt.

10-02-2012, 05:30 PM	#7
Joe W. Namath Darrell Bevell for HC in 2014. All Pro Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Boynton Beach, FL Posts: 7,827	cut greene

10-02-2012, 05:34 PM	#8
Nike Fix it or sell it Woody! Banned Join Date: Aug 2012 Posts: 3,386	Hilliard has been primarily a special teamer throughout his career. He's unlikely to be higher than fourth or fifth on the depth chart at running back. super bowl.

10-02-2012, 05:37 PM	#9
C Mart Jets Insider VIP Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 21,304	Hilliard was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in the sixth round (204th overall) of the 2008 NFL Draft.[6] On May 19, he signed a four-year contract with the Dolphins.[7] Viewed as a fullback/tailback hybrid,[8] Hilliard stated he had no preference on where he played.[5] In the 2008 preseason, Hilliard finished third on the team with 68 rushing yards on a 2.8-yard average.[9] He also caught three passes for 24 yards.[9] On August 30, the team waived Hilliard during final cuts.[10] He was re-signed to the practice squad the following day.[11] After spending the entire 2008 season on the practice squad, Hilliard was re-signed on January 5, 2009. In week 11 of the 2009 season Hillard was given the backup running back role behind Ricky Williams due to the foot injury to Ronnie Brown. Minnesota Vikings Hilliard signed with the Minnesota Vikings on March 18, 2012. On August 31, 2012 as the Vikings reduced their roster down to league maximum of 53 players, he was released.[12] New England Patriots On September 4th, 2012, Hilliard signed with the New England Patriots. He was released on September 19, 2012. During his short tenure with the Patriots, Hilliard played in two games recording one rush attempt for two yards. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lex_Hilliard

10-02-2012, 05:40 PM	#10
Nike Fix it or sell it Woody! Banned Join Date: Aug 2012 Posts: 3,386	is john conner hurt?

10-02-2012, 05:42 PM	#12
Nike Fix it or sell it Woody! Banned Join Date: Aug 2012 Posts: 3,386	tanny is really reaching isnt he? instead of a signing of at least a has been he signs a nobody thats never been.

10-02-2012, 05:44 PM	#14
C Mart Jets Insider VIP Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 21,304	Manish Mehta ‏@MMehtaNYDN Source confirms @ProFootballTalk report that Jets have signed RB Lex Hilliard

10-02-2012, 05:47 PM	#18
FijiJet waiting for our pass rush thunderbolt All League Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 3,439	This may be he most important thing - someone who is reliable in blitz pickup and doesn't leave gaping holes for defenders to charge through. Perhaps the Jets need some high effort reliable hungry players who give honest effort rather than the overpaid fat cats on the roster

10-02-2012, 05:55 PM	#20
tfine350z looking for a new avatar Veteran Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 1,122	See guys this will solve all of our problems...I knew the front office would come through!!!!!!