Drowning_in_the_Sea_of_Red Posted January 10, 2007 Share Posted January 10, 2007 I really hope he comes back. He's the best pass blocker we've got out of the RB's. Hopefully the other guys will learn, too, which I'm sure they will. but he will be missed. Good luck to him if he goes.....but I really want him to stay. Quote Link to comment
husker rob Posted January 10, 2007 Share Posted January 10, 2007 i think that it would be a mistake for him go pro at this time. he needs to show that he is durable and make it through a season with out getting hurt. he has been a little injury prone in the past. Quote Link to comment
Alex 4.0 Posted January 10, 2007 Share Posted January 10, 2007 He wasn't injury prone this year, a broken hand from a helmet hitting it isn't the same as a bum knee or ankle. I honestly want the best for BJax, and I think as far as his draft status is concerned this may be his best shot. But, I would love to have him back next year. I just think we will be allright next year, we have 3 or 4 potential RB's in our incoming recruits, and one is on campus now. I think Glenn and Lucky are going to end up being a huge force for us in the next couple years. Quote Link to comment
chamrocck Posted January 10, 2007 Share Posted January 10, 2007 I hope BJax is back as we need him. I don't think he will go very high in the draft at this point coming off injury and one year. He has better chance to go higher in the draft if he does well next season with all of our high profile games. Quote Link to comment
tkyle99 Posted January 10, 2007 Share Posted January 10, 2007 Here is the journal star link to the article on Jackson. http://www.journalstar.com/articles/2007/0...a0694532961.txt Quote Link to comment
BIGREDFAN_in_OMAHA Posted January 10, 2007 Share Posted January 10, 2007 If he does go pro I hope he has a career like Ahman Green rather than Derek Brown. Having quality backs performing well at the next level is another good recruiting tool. Quote Link to comment
cmb23 Posted January 10, 2007 Share Posted January 10, 2007 Here is the journal star link to the article on Jackson. http://www.journalstar.com/articles/2007/0...a0694532961.txt From that article: "This year’s pool of running backs in the draft may not be as deep or talented as next year, when sophomores such as Steve Slaton of West Virginia (134.2 yards per game this season), Darren McFadden of Arkansas (117.6), Ian Johnson of Boise State (142.8), Ray Rice of Rutgers (138.0), Tyrell Sutton of Northwestern (83.3) and Jonathan Stewart of Oregon (75.5) become eligible." That is a HUGE point that I (and I'm guessing many of us) did not realize or think about. Talking about if he's going to be a top draft pick or not - he may have a better chance of going higher now with less on his resume against fewer RB options. If he has a better than average or even a great '07 campaign, he will still have a hard time getting above most of these guys. We better be prepared. If he hasn't come out and publically stated he isn't going or even considering it....there is a high probablility he tries it. Best of luck to him either way. Quote Link to comment
BIGREDIOWAN Posted January 11, 2007 Share Posted January 11, 2007 If he does we will be fine at running back. Between Marlon, Cody, and Kenny we have a lot of talent there. Quote Link to comment
FriscoTXHusker Posted January 11, 2007 Share Posted January 11, 2007 He'd be foolish not to at least test the water and see what his options are. If it looks good for him this year he'll then have to decide what's best for him. Quote Link to comment
Drowning_in_the_Sea_of_Red Posted January 11, 2007 Share Posted January 11, 2007 Anyone know when he has to declare by??? Quote Link to comment
cmb23 Posted January 11, 2007 Share Posted January 11, 2007 Anyone know when he has to declare by??? I think it is Monday. Quote Link to comment
Drowning_in_the_Sea_of_Red Posted January 11, 2007 Share Posted January 11, 2007 Anyone know when he has to declare by??? I think it is Monday. Ah, Thanks! So we should find out fairly soon then.... Quote Link to comment
StillWatchin Posted January 11, 2007 Share Posted January 11, 2007 I personally think it'd be better for him to go. May not be whats best for NU but best for Brandon. Like it was said, the RB class coming out wont be as big and tough...he is hot right now, and gave a great showing. Main reason I think he should go, there is no telling what will happen between now and the end of next season. He has to think about having Marlon Lucky and Cody Glenn behind him...his spot isnt "safe". They could work their ass off in spring and sit him back in 3rd or 4th string. Thats the main reason I think it'd be best for him to go...get out while you're hot and people know you. Quote Link to comment
cmb23 Posted January 11, 2007 Share Posted January 11, 2007 I personally think it'd be better for him to go. May not be whats best for NU but best for Brandon. Like it was said, the RB class coming out wont be as big and tough...he is hot right now, and gave a great showing. Main reason I think he should go, there is no telling what will happen between now and the end of next season. He has to think about having Marlon Lucky and Cody Glenn behind him...his spot isnt "safe". They could work their ass off in spring and sit him back in 3rd or 4th string. Thats the main reason I think it'd be best for him to go...get out while you're hot and people know you. Exactly. I think that the coaching staff showed that regardless of who had the hot hand, they were going to keep with the rotation. And it seems (at least to me) that Lucky is Callahan's 'project' and will always get the first look. I like Lucky...just saying that unless BJAX were to put up 200 yds/gm he would get the same # of carries next year. I went on a draft chat board and they said he would likely be in the top 5 backs taken this year. Quote Link to comment
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