Dustin Keller to bulk up; big season in 2009?
Speaking to Eric Allen of newyorkjets.com, New York Jets TE Dustin Keller discusses Chris Baker, his blocking and the Jets' QBs.
Keller says that Baker was a good mentor and, even though the Jets and Patriots are rivals, he expects Baker to fit in well with his new team. He's currently throwing with both Kellen Clemens and Brett Ratliff twice per week and they are "both looking really good" now.
In an attempt to become a better blocker, Keller is looking to add a little weight. He currently weighs 245 pounds, but wants to get up to 250 to “become more of a full-time guy.”
With Laverneus Coles in Cincinnati and a year under his belt in (offensive coordinator) Brian Schottenheimer's offense, I believe Keller will have a monster sophomore season in 2009.
In 2009, I project a season of 75 receptions, 900 yards and 7 touchdowns for Keller.
Keller says that Baker was a good mentor and, even though the Jets and Patriots are rivals, he expects Baker to fit in well with his new team. He's currently throwing with both Kellen Clemens and Brett Ratliff twice per week and they are "both looking really good" now.
In an attempt to become a better blocker, Keller is looking to add a little weight. He currently weighs 245 pounds, but wants to get up to 250 to “become more of a full-time guy.”
“I became more comfortable with the offense as the year progressed,” Keller said. “I worked on blocking with Coach Devlin on hand placement and footwork and things should get better from here on out.”Keller had a four-game stretch in November (week 10-13) where he caught 27 passes for 313 yards. After that run, he seemed to land in Mangini's doghouse for some reason and his production fizzled down the stretch.
With Laverneus Coles in Cincinnati and a year under his belt in (offensive coordinator) Brian Schottenheimer's offense, I believe Keller will have a monster sophomore season in 2009.
In 2009, I project a season of 75 receptions, 900 yards and 7 touchdowns for Keller.
