Gotta Have Faith: Leon Washington Returns to New York Jets Practice

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Published: June 1, 2009

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... >move of good faith" has restored the Pro-Bowl backfield.

Washington has avoided offseason workouts as a declaration of disappointment with his current contract. Still playing under his fourth-round rookie deal, he is scheduled to earn a meager $535,000 in 2009 before becoming a restricted free agent next March.

Agent Alvin Keels has been in negotiations with general manager Mike Tannenbaum to determine more adequate compensation for a player of Washington's caliber.

The definition of a "slash" player, Washington's market value is difficult to distinguish because of his various skill sets.

Dangerous as a kick-returner, receiver out of the backfield, and as a running back, No. 29 provides the Jets with a well-rounded offensive weapon. Therefore, his desire for a more well-rounded bank account is far from unreasonable.

A team captain and MVP, a Pro Bowl talent, and a nightmare for opposing coordinators, ther...

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