Comments on: 2006 wasn’t our only chance

By: Josh

Josh — Thu, 23 Nov 2006 02:45:02 +0000

Thanks for the reply, Ken. Though I hope you’re right, I know it won’t be the end of the world if Lynch leaves. A seasoned Longshore, an improved line and the combination of Forsett & Montgomery will hopefully serve the Bears well.

By: Ken Crawford

Ken Crawford — Wed, 22 Nov 2006 21:06:33 +0000

Well at least we agree that the RB position is well stocked, GoBears .

I try to stay away from definitive statements on subjects like these because nobody really knows besides the man himself. Everyone was shocked when Leinart decided to stay. Just the same there have been numerous instances where everyone was caught by surprise when certain juniors declared for the draft. Nobody really knows.

That said, I think it is reasonable to hold either position. I lean towards the ‘staying’ one. As I said, I’ll make sure to ask him next time I get the chance (which is rarely because of how media shy he is).

By: GoBears

GoBears — Wed, 22 Nov 2006 20:36:18 +0000

Lynch is going to leave this year. He was injured but still leads the Pac 10 in rushing. He will have a great combine and be a high first round pick, possibly above the also oft injured Adrian Peterson. Also, the running back class this year is weaker than next, when sophs Slaton, McFadden and others will be draft eligible juniors.
But I agree with you that the running back position is well stocked. And while Marshawn is a special player, Tedford’s offense has been churning out 1,000 yard backs pretty consistently. My pick for next RB star is James Montgomery.

By: Ken Crawford

Ken Crawford — Wed, 22 Nov 2006 19:21:22 +0000

Yes I do Josh. Supposedly there has been word from his family that he’s leaning that direction. Next time I get the chance I’ll ask him in an interview.

But think of it this way… his performance this year has been unimpressive from a “I’m a junior in the draft” perspective. He’s an early 2nd round pick and maybe lower because of his various injuries that might scare a few teams. Considering he could dramatically increase his stock in the draft with a strong performance in 2007, he’s got a reason to come back. Plus there’s still the shot at the Heisman. Additionally, I think he really wants to go out with a team that’s accomplished big things.

There’s lots of reasons to stay.

By: Josh

Josh — Wed, 22 Nov 2006 17:57:46 +0000

Ken, do you really think Lynch is going to stay? I think he’s a goner. But then again, he seems like a tough person to get a read on and I won’t be surprised one way or the other.