We all know that LaDainian Tomlinson is a rockstar RB along with Shaun Alexander, Larry Johnson, and retired players like Emmitt Smith and Jim Brown.
However, which RB (current NFL player or up-and-coming draft pick) do you think has the talent to be the next L.T.?
2007-05-31 16:35:53 · 23 answers · asked by chrstnwrtr 7 in Sports ➔ Football (American)
Since it's a tossup between Frank Gore and Steven Jackson, I'm going to put this thing to a vote; pick the answer that best represents your own opinion.
2007-06-01 14:55:33 · update #1
I'm gonna say Adrian Peterson next year, and possibly darren mcfadden when he gets older. Just because I'm an Oregon fan I'm gonna say that Jonathon Stewart willl be the next LT.
2007-05-31 16:41:05 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I Am Going To Have To Say Frank Gore...In Only His Second Year, He Rushed For 1,600 Yards+ Behind An Average Offensive Line...With The Addition Of Joe Staley AndFrank Gore Staying Healthy, He Could Have Another Great Rushing Year And Probably Even Win The Rushing Title...
2007-05-31 22:23:01 · answer #2 · answered by IceMan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Steven Jackson just keeps getting better and better. Keep in mind that he had a tremendous rushing season, while still leading his team in catches, too.
Unlike the other names people are throwing around, Jackson is already proven as a top back in the NFL. Now give him another 2-3 years to develop, and he will prove that he is THE top back the the NFL. He has quick, nimble feet, and more raw power than any other back in the league. He reminds me of Jamal Lewis during the 2000 yard season, but with even more finesse, talent, and potential.
He's gonna be the best.
2007-05-31 17:19:16 · answer #3 · answered by Bobby S 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
When I read the question first I was going to say Merriman, but that was the wrong LT. No one out has the potential to be an all around RB like LT. Bush isn't big enough to get 35+ touches a game, the kid from the pats is more of a straight ahead runner like Dickerson, so on and so on. There is a kid coming to OSU that looks pretty sick, but a lot of people look sick in HS.
2007-05-31 17:17:06 · answer #4 · answered by blibityblabity 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It all depends on who stays healthy. Steven Jackson and Frank Gore look to be the top young runningbacks. I don't think any of the rookies are going to have a big season this year. Peterson will split time in Minn. and Lynch will have a tough time because Buffalo's o-line stinks.
2007-06-01 01:47:13 · answer #5 · answered by Sean C 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
DeMarcus Ware is the closest active player to LT as the most dominating outside linebacker in the league.
The closest young player to LaDanian Tomlinson is Frank Gore.
2007-05-31 22:52:08 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Darren McFadden and Adrian Peterson have the potential to be an L.T. caliber player... but not style
I think Steve Slaton is the next L.T. type/style of back
2007-05-31 16:59:52 · answer #7 · answered by wassgood 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There isn't one yet. Adrian Peterson has durability issues. He was a stud his Freshmen year in college though. Willis McGahee couldn't hold LT2's gym bag. There aren't really any players that stick out in my mind as the next LT2. Players like him come around rarely. Shaun Alexander is not on the same level as LT, nor are the others you name in your question.
2007-06-01 14:20:47 · answer #8 · answered by Jason S 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Look out for Maurice Jones-Drew, hellacious rookie season last year :)
Larry Johnson is a freaking machine, but with his running styIe I doubt he'll play long enough to match LT's career numbers. The pounding will cause his numbers to drop after 3 more seasons- look at Jamal Lewis for a preview.
And by the way, LT ain't done yet :P
2007-05-31 16:41:36 · answer #9 · answered by Proto 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Th 2 best young backs I've seen are Jarius Norwood of the Falcons and Julius Jones of the Cowboys.
2007-05-31 23:53:38 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋