10 Questions For Thomas Jones

You led the AFC with 1,312 rushing yards last season. Do you feel disrespected when your name is not mentioned among the top running backs in the league?

The Jets made several moves to bolster their offensive line before last season. Was that the biggest reason behind your improvement from 2008 (3.6 yards per carry, 1 TD) to 2009 (4.5 yards per carry, 13 TD)?

In nine NFL seasons, you have less than 2000 carries. Do you feel like the lack of tread on your tires will help you remain successful for the next few years, despite the fact that you will be 31 when the season starts?

How do you feel the presence of Leon Washington compliments you as a running back? Do you think playing with him makes you a more effective runner?

You boycotted multiple voluntary workouts because of your contract, which will pay you just $900,000 in base salary this season. Will this issue linger into the regular season and affect your performance on the field?

Washington is still sitting out voluntary workouts in a contract dispute of his own. What words of advice would you share with him on handling his situation?

You were one of the biggest critics of Brett Favre after last season. What are your thoughts on the Jets' current stable of quarterbacks?

With the uncertainty surrounding the quarterback position for the upcoming season, what have you done in the off-season to prepare for a potentially increased workload?

What do you feel new head coach Rex Ryan brings to the team that Eric Mangini didn't? Can he take this team to the next level?

What do you think the Jets need to do to be a playoff team this season?