Found December 29, 2011 on The Jets Blog:
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FLORHAM PARK–In an unusual move, Rex Ryan addressed the team this morning just following the stretching period, but before any of the practice started. The team was using its indoor field house, which is a cavernous space, and you could have heard a pin drop as everyone listened intently to what the head coach had to say. Ryan reiterated the opportunity they had in front of them and that having a chance to make the playoffs during one’s career should not be taken for granted. To drive the point home, he referenced Chargers LB Takeo Spikes. Spikes, at 35 years old, is a 14-year veteran, who has been a Pro Bowler and recently played in his 200th career game. He has never been to the playoffs. LaDainian Tomlinson, who has been to the playoffs, but never a Super Bowl, spoke a bit about his future plans. He said he’d like to play next year and is open to offers beyond just the Jets, but said that he has very much enjoyed playing for the team. The telling comment he made...
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