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CORTLAND, N. Joe Flacco White Jersey .Y. -- Antonio Cromartie thinks hes the second-best wide receiver on the New York Jets behind Santonio Holmes. One problem: Hes a cornerback. Cromarties bold comments predictably didnt sit well with the Jets actual receivers, particularly Chaz Schilens, who thinks his teammate should pipe down. "I think its a slight," Schilens said after practice at training camp Wednesday. "Im not going to lie. I just wouldnt say it. Its not something I would say. Im not him, I guess." Cromartie, who could play some at receiver this season, was asked on "ESPN First Take" on Tuesday where he thinks hed rank on the teams depth chart. He said hed be second to Holmes -- putting him ahead of every other receiver, including Schilens, who signed as a free agent in March. "I heard that," Schilens said. "Ill let him think whatever he wants. I think he thinks that (playing) receiver is a little different than what it actually is. Hes unbelievably talented -- and he plays cornerback. So, I dont know." Coach Rex Ryan heard the comments from Cromartie, too, and wasnt pleased. "Im going to say this right now," Ryan said. "Listen to me when I tell you this: Im aware of what was said, OK? Im on top of it. Im telling you that right now. Im on top of it, and it will not be a problem. And thats all that Im going to say about the whole thing." It was clearly an attempt by Ryan to defuse the first sign of tension in the locker room -- something that derailed the team last season. Meanwhile, Cromartie walked past reporters and told the teams media relations staff that he would talk Thursday. Schilens said he hasnt personally talked to Cromartie about his comments. "Well address it on the football field," he said. "I kind of thought it was a joke, but I guess he said it and thats how he feels, so its my job to I guess fix that situation, so well see what goes on in practice. Hes entitled to think whatever he wants." Rookie wide receiver Stephen Hill, the teams second-round draft pick, wasnt offended -- even if Cromartie thinks he might be better than him at what he does for a living. "Oh, no. I mean, I wouldnt be upset," Hill said. "Im just trying to be Stephen Hill and trying to stay in my place." But that place might actually be the No. 2 spot, contrary to what Cromartie thinks. Hill has been impressive throughout training camp, showing some speed and good hands during the first week. The team is counting on him to make an immediate impact this season. "Right now, I always feel like Im the best receiver on the team," Hill said. "Of course, Santonio is the veteran, but as a wide receiver, you always want to be the best, and thats how I feel." New York has 12 wide receivers in camp -- not counting Laveranues Coles, whos working as an intern with the scouting department -- with a combined 441 career NFL catches. The alarming thing, however, is that Holmes has 338 of them, with Schilens a distant second with 72. Jeremy Kerley (29) and Patrick Turner (10) are the only other players with at least one NFL catch, leaving the other eight combining for zero. Add the inexperience with the injuries, and Mark Sanchez and the rest of the quarterbacks dont have many guys to throw to at the position. "I think were all right," Schilens said. "I think a few guys are a little nicked up here and there. Once everyone gets back, I think well be fine. I think we have a lot to learn, but I mean, we have enough experience in enough areas and we know what were doing with the guys that are out there. "Im not that worried about it, to be honest." Offensive co-ordinator Tony Sparano preferred to not get into much of what Cromartie said, but seemed to like the cornerbacks moxie. "Ive said this before: Im just pleased that Cro feels like he can help," Sparano said. "Ive got to go against the guy and I know his ball skills. I know he can run and those things. Hes a pretty confident player and hes got some swagger. Players with swagger, well put them out there in the huddle, if necessary." And, in the Jets case, of course, it might be. New York finished with just four healthy players -- Hill, Turner, Dexter Jackson and Raymond Webber -- at the position Wednesday. Ryan is disappointed that many of the receivers came into camp not in tip-top shape, which has led to several "soft-tissue injuries." Even Holmes was held out of 2-minute drills near the end of practice because he, too, had a "soft-tissue injury. But Ryan later said -- through a team spokesman -- that his comments about the wide receiver group didnt apply to Holmes. Schilens (groin) and Kerley (knee) are among the walking wounded. "Part of it is tempo, but part of it is the responsibility of the guys," Ryan said. "You have to be in shape. You have to take care of your bodies. Thats frustrating." With the rash of hamstring and groin tweaks during the first week of camp, Ryan has even adjusted the start time of practice by giving the players an extra 10 minutes of stretching to try to prevent further injuries. But, if this keeps up, Cromartie actually might have to step in and work a bit more on offence. So far, he has been in on one play at wide receiver: a go-route a few days ago. Still, Schilens thinks Cromartie might not totally understand what it takes to play the position in the NFL. "Everyone knows that Cro is unbelievably athletically gifted, very fast," he said. "Hes a great athlete, but Ive played with a lot of fast receivers. Playing receiver is more about just being fast. Ill leave it at that." NOTES: NT Sione Pouha left early in practice with a "nick" over his left eye that required "five or six stitches." He said he should be fine to practice Thursday. 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Even the 52-0 Roughrider win had a charm about it considering the extremely polished execution of the Riders and absolute disappointing result for the Bombers. And within each game there were key performers that created the win and through their efforts, provided entertainment to the most important aspect of the league - the in-stadium paying fan. And there are "little" players of small stature that have not allowed there height and weight to limit their ability and career. One of the biggest misconceptions about football is that size is such a demand for individual success. Not true. At 68, I actually wish I was a little shorter, as its very tough to play with that "perfect leverage" play after play when youre battling what you have been gifted with. The best physical attribute to possess in excess is much more explosive energy and movement than size. Little guys in life always have had to try harder. They have had to develop secondary skills to compete with those they look up too. Physically, that is, and not in ability. And in playing a sport where injury, violence and courage tests are a 100 per cent guarantee, you have to admire those who do so well with a little less. Here are my Top 10(11) little guys who deserve and have earned respect. 10. Bo Bowling (Montreal) - 59, 183 lbs. Played at a big time program in 0klahoma State and did and does just about everything. He plays both slot and wide receiver, punt and kick returner, and probably a little running back too. A solid player with a great future. 9. Avon Cobourne (Hamilton) - 58, 205 lbs. Im a big fan. Out of West Virginia, Cobourne has pretty much done it all over time. Yes, the future is Chevon Walker and soon we will be talking of the legacy of Avon Cobourne but until then, he should always be recognized as a great CFL little big man. 8. Jock Sanders (Saskatchewan) - 56, 186 lbs. Sanders is another West Virginia product. As Avon Cobourne may be ending his career, a new mountaineer is ready to take the role of excellence over and run with it. 7. Larry Taylor (Calgary) - 56, 175 lbs. Just another example of a kick returner witth various skills. Dannell Ellerbe Jersey. He has scored two game-winning touchdowns over Saskatchewan on July 19th and last Sunday to beat Edmonton by 1. 6. Tim Brown (British Columbia) - 58, 190 lbs. He reminds me a little of Chad Owens as he is thick and quick and tough to tackle. Is it Andrew Harris No. 33 or is it Tim Brown No. 35. Both have very similar styles and ability. 5. Chad Kackert (Toronto) - 59, 192 lbs. You know nobody ever though Chad Kackert would be a running back. He received more commentary than he wanted when he took over for Cory Boyd at running back but overall, the Argos are better with him as the starter. 4. Hugh Charles (Edmonton) - 58, 193 lbs. he is both an interior runner and perimeter runner. Of the present three running backs, I think he is the best one. He is a great example of explosive power over size. 3. Chris Williams (Hamilton) - 5 9, 155 lbs. Not only relatively short, but he is skinny. At 155 lbs., everyone wants to take a shot at him. The problem is no one can catch him. Proven true in the fact he holds the CFL record for return kicks for touchdowns with six, and we still have nine games to go. 2. Chad Owens (Toronto) - 5 8, 180 lbs. He looks and plays a lot heavier and by that, I mean he breaks tackles on his way to success and it is due to muscle mass as much as speed. In a city that needs individual identifiable players to sell tickets, he has become one. 1b. Alex Suber (Winnipeg) - 57, 175 lbs. You have Jonathan Hefney and Jovon Johnson in Winnipeg who both are similar in structure but no one, pound-for-pound, hits like Suber. Against the Alouettes, Suber covered 63 220lbs Jamel Richardson and got the job done . In the world of little guys who play like big guys, Suber is number one. 1a. Weston Dressler (Saskatchewan) - 57. 179 lbs. Second in the CFL in receiving touchdowns, Third in receptions, sixth in receiving yards and well on his way to a fourth 1,000 yard season. Hands down the best offensive little man in the CFL. ' ' '
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