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Risk versus reward, and there are no guarantees. Let me explain. If a general manager wants a safe q.b, afraid to make mistakes, you get Tyrod Taylor that leads you not too far. You must have a great supporting cast, to lead further. Wenz and Goff all had questions coming out. They were not locks. Both seem on their way to big things. So, with no guts come no glory, and a lifetime of mostly no playoffs, unless the Bills have tons of talent on their whole roster, which they do not, as they have lots of holes to fill.

I am wondering if Mr. Dorsey has had too much caffeine lately. Or maybe he ate his Easter candy early. He seems to be on an adeneline high. Don’t stop now! For your #1 we got some other gems we can give you, too,.

ESPN is reporting Taylor for Browns 3rd round pick.

This is just an educated guess based on some of Beans comments not long ago, and other facts. I think he may prefer Mayfield as he suggested he wanted a confident, personable, and smart leader in many ways, one that can admit mistakes though too, and not want just a qb that has the best talent or much talent. Mayfield admitted in an interview he is not afraid to point the finger at himself A guy that can move or that would fit Dabolls scheme too, seems to make sense.. I think Mayfield is their guy. They may want an accurate and talented emotional motivator, one who can run, and not worry about one being injury prone, with too quiet or rigid personality, or with accuracy issues. Just my opinion and two cents.

I just think if we want to take a risk on a quarterback, let’s go for something shiny and new, like a draft pick. We can dream then he will be a gem, and then at least we can say he is ours, too. TB has injury history and has not proven himself long term.. Yes, a qb draft pick has not proven anything in the nfl either, but it gives me less pessimism, and more hope.

As each of the top quarterback prospects have good and bad, meaning talent and intangibles versus limitations and risks, I would be happy whoever the Bills chose, as I could make a strong case for that player chosen, and hoping that their weaknesses could improve with time and the right teaching, or that success could happen nevertheless because of the supporting cast around them and their other abilities. I think they all could have at least an equal chance to be a top 15 quarterback in this league. There is no guarantees for any of them to be great, or to to be much better than the rest. Having said all that, there is something about Baker Mayfield that I really like, besides his talent. He would bring much excitement and a confident attitude to the team, and yet he seems real, and not afraid to show other emotion. I think he could be a great leader, and if he learned by his past mistakes. I could easily see him being the best quarterback in the draft, as he seems to have the drive to be the best, unique talent, and desires to do whatever it takes to lead his teams to score. As long as the Bills top brass like his interviews with them, are willing to devise a system for him, he would be my first choice. Rudolph, White or Lauletta, my second choice, in the 2nd rounds or later, respectively. But, I am fine with all the others in the 1sr round.

If Cleveland drafted Josh Rosen with their 4th pick and Rosen said, "I love Cleveland. I cannot wait to be in a Browns uniform."

If the top Bills personnel have a set plan "right now" regarding who to exactly sign or get in the draft then I will take their credentials away because: (1) Nothing ever goes exactly as planned, as unexpected surprises pop up, and unexpected roadblocks occur, sometimes making that strong desire unrealistic or unattainable, and another option better. (2) A smart gm always leaves all options on the table until just moments before the trigger needs to be pulled, as patience could lead to a better prize or decision. (3) I feel those who are rigid and say, "We will always take the top player off our board, i.e.the best player available, regardless of our immediate need" are dopes as it could affect winning now, and as too much turnover occurs each year. However, those who say now "We will pick the player that fits the biggest need, could be sometimes wrong, too, as that position player could be a reach if many better players at that position were already selected. Also, I think it is too early to know exactly what to do, as the draft is two months away and more is to be learned prior to that, about those prospects and the current state of the team. Sometimes doing the opposite of the traditional draft plan could really be best. Be open minded! (4) The early bird often gets the turd, not the worm, or overpays for such as the other gm thinks they are desperate (5) As there is no guarantee of success for any of the top five qb prospects, and as the top one or two free agent quarterbacks would seem to go to the highest bidder, which likely could not be us, the gm should be open minded to thinking outside the box, and considering other approaches as things unfold. There is not only one right answer to get headed in the right direction. Sometimes, it is the second, third, fourth or fifth plan that will be best, as sometimes emotion clouds judgement, or as more creative thinking occurs the more deeper one thinks. (6) If Beane and McDermott want to try something gutsy, as they have before, I am all for that, but do it only after doing all your homework, and waiting until the best possible time, whether sooner or later. If they want a safe choice, that is ok too. Both options have worked for others in the past, or backfired. Do not let the media or fans dictate what to do, as it is your decisions that will determine your fate. Listening to them is smart, but it is smarter then to give that its proper weight. (7) The only general plan the gm, coach and Bills player personnel staff should be doing right now is a smoke and mirrors campaign, and contacting numerous other gms to see any preliminary interest in moving up or down, or with regards to a trade, and let them know you'd listen to them in the future, too,, and asking what they would want in return for such. Then once the time is right, and after more round the clock discussions, consider the best three to five offers, and try to finalize that best before other suitors jump in, or before time runs out. These are all just my opinions, but I am confident Bean and McDermott already know what to do, with their own other or similar plans. After all, at least they got us to the playoffs in year one, are making friends and positive connections, with many in the league, are willing to go against the grain, but be smart at the same time, too. Their philosophy of wanting to win both now, and to build for the future, was the right answer. Whether that keeps happening, we will see. The next few months of transactions and acquisitions should reflect that.

Thanks. That was a nice topic to get some of our sarcastic or other humor out. The person who said Foles was a giraffe was spot on. It reminded me of some other famous NFL persons, who reminded me of some animal. Ditka= A bear (because of his looks and tough and gruff demeanor) Holmgren= A Walrus (his facial looks and body size) Elway= A colt or bronco (his teeth and the way he was physically built and moved) Singletary= A Seal ( his looks, demeanor and elusiveness) Joe Montana- A laughing Hyena (his looks and body frame, and as the capital of Montana is Helena) Whenever I watched these persons, I could not stop thinking of that stuff. And yet I always thought of them all in the most positive terms, with regards to their talent, success, legendary status and longevity.

My thread post about quarterbacks and character was too positive, even for me. So, I thought replying in this thread about the negatives of the quarterback prospects was more fitting, and as I needed better balance. Josh Rosen thinks he is God, Jesus and Robin Hood all combined in one.And his favorite candy likely is Peanut Brittle. No thanks. Sam Darnold: I would buy ones of his wigs, from this oversized very laid back surfer dude. Baker Mayfield: Are You related to Jake the Snake? Too much slithering excitement for me. Josh Allen: A strong arm is nice, but it would help if your ball could reach receivers hands. Maybe you should be Harrison's or Beast Mode's security guard. Lamar Jackson seems really nice and cool, but so is that stuff you put on pumpkin pie. A quarterback cannot do everything in the NFL, if your mother is chasing you telling you to drink your milk and eat your wheaties. Kyle Lauletta already is the next Brady and Jimmy G. And he looks way better than them. If it's too good to be true, let's pass on him. Mike White and Mason Rudolph seem like two of the nicest and mature guys I have seen. These guys will finish last. Those who have gigantic heads with smaller brains are what The NFL wants with this fake CTE stuff, according to them. Luke Falk is pretending to be Jimmie Johnson, that race car driver. I do not want a guy that never loses. That would be too boring. Riley Fergusson: I got some propecia and rogaine for you. I am not sure if that would affect your voice and performance though.

(1) My heart says Baker Mayfield, as he would bring much excitement, and I would love for him to shut up the big naysayers, like he has before. (2) My head says Josh Rosen, as he seems to be the most ready, and has arguably the most talent, intangibles and accuracy, with the least qbs physical flaws. . (3) My head and heart combined says, 'do not draft either, as the draft pick price is likely too high, and as there is a good chance that neither could have long successful careers because of injury (for Rosen), or potential personality issues or attitude issues for both. I feel like Rudolph, White, or Lauletta could possess enough talent and intangibles to be above average starting qbs, and the draft prices would. be much lower. They all seem to also have great character, level heads, and seem mature beyond their years. Save those two first round picks for other position needs. Sign a free agent qb for a year or two, if need be, while that drafted qb learns, and while Peterman develops as well. if we can go to the playoffs with Tyrod, with one of the worst passing offenses in the league, I think by drafting like I said, and getting a qb like Foles, Keenan, McCown, Etc, if that is possible, or Bridgewater or Bradford, who have some issues, yes, but are who are less one dimensional than Tyrod, I think this is my 'head AND heart ' plan to increase the chance for Bills success, while reducing the risk for failure. But, I would not be upset if the Bills drafted either Mayfield or Rosen, as that could work out as well, and lead to us not revisiting the qb issue over many years, if it worked out. . I would prefer Msyfield though over Rosen, because of durability issues, if I had to pick one of the two. He would bring more excitement to me, based on his uniqueness.

I am relatively new to this forum, but admittedly am confused which quarterback direction the Buffalo Bills should pursue, as each 2018 college quarterback prospect and free agent quarterback has varying strengths, unknowns and'or limitations. Whereas some have better accuracy, some have better arm strength, while others seem more durable, quick thinking and reacting with higher football IQ, or with more intangibles. Others, seem more ready to be in a drop back style offense. I guess a lot of factors come into play then which quarterback is most likely to succeed in Buffalo, as it would depend on the offensive coaching system, the supporting cast, and what we need or envision for a quarterback, because of the weather, system and culture. One thing though that should not be discounted, when considering which quarterback direction to go, is the personality of the quarterback. Although we know quarterbacks who succeeded in the past, besides because of their great physical tools, could either be very smart, very politically correct, very intense, very laid back, or very confident, I often ask myself should the Bills focus a lot on character, or mostly ability, or both? For instance, Ryan Leaf and Dan Marino were both intense and with great football abilities, yet one was way more successful in the NFL, and the other failed. Drew Brees is a very smart and nice down to earth guy, yet successful despite his height. Tom Brady is football smart, a workaholic but more into social status image. He is successful and a leader in all his ways. Jim Kelly had much confidence, talent and courage. Doug Flutie lots of personality. Some perfectionists fail or become journeyman, like Trent Edwards who over thinked things, and Todd Collins who seemed perfectionistic too, but seemed a bit quiet or nervous. Perhaps they did not just have enough talent to be great qbs. Aaron Rogers seems to be both cerebral and very confident. Russel Wilson can seem too perfect or politically correct, but still succeeds because of his unique talents, despite size issues too. Brett Favre was less cerebral, but with much arm strength and guts. Maybe I am overthinking things here. Maybe pick the quarterback guy who either has already succeeded in the NFL like Kirk Cousins, or that is the most ready for the NFL now, and who has most of the important quarterback intangibles. If we choose the latter, of course there is no way to know if he will succeed or not. It may reduce the risks though. But, for the fun of it, I thought I would list all the NFL quarterback prospects, and look very closely at a few interviews of each one, to see what their personalities seemed like. Of course, some could be maskers of who they really are, but there are certain players who came across as really genuine and likeable, and with great character or the proper attitude and balance. So, if the Bills are torn between picking some relatively equal talent guy, character could come into play. As I am an optimist, here are the positives I found from watching those interviews. Sam Darnold: Laid back, down to earth, nice Baker Mayfield:, confident, charismatic, flashy Josh Rosen: confident, cerebral, analytical Josh Allen: steady, nice, dependable Lamar Jackson: quiet, intense, grounded Mason Rudolph; mature, personable, leader Luke Falk: mature, steady, polite Riley Ferguson: intense, quirky, confident Kyle Lauletta: mature, smart, leader Mike White: nice, polite, mature Now, if you ask me who I would want as a quarterback, if all quarterback prospects above had equal abilities versus limitations, or equal risk, or based on what we would have to pay or give up to get that person, I would look at character, too, and the persons who stood out to me were (not in any particular order): Mason Rudolph, Josh Allen, Kyle Lauletta, Sam Darnold, Luke Falk, and Mike White. They all seemed to have confidence that was more controlled, and their maturity jumped out at me. The others either were too confident, too quiet, or too unpredictable. Although steady and confident does not always win the prize or race, maybe I just prefer those guys because it is who I am more like. Others thus could prefer the other types, whether the more flashy, or more confident types. Or maybe many here are more unconcerned about character. In the end, I see football is a team sport. Although I want a leader as a quarterback, I want the teammates to respect that leader. I guess though leaders can be seen through ones play on the field mostly, too, and not through the darn media which can be seen as fake. So, I guess I cleared up nothing from this long post I am not sure what the Bills should do. I do know though what the Bills do though regarding the quarterback could bring about much pressure for that person to be the face of the franchise.

Whether the xfl succeeds or not, I feel many may at least want to check out at least one game, if it is different, and as many seem to have problems with the NFL for various reasons. The success or level of interest could also be determined by how we all feel about a certain person, that we seem to either love or hate, as Mr. McMahons wife works for this person.

I thought Trent Edwards would succeed. Then I was optimistic about Nathan Peterman before he played against San Diego. Now, I say, although my first two calculations perhaps were a bit premature or a bit off, ok maybe a lot off, three is the charm, as Baker Mayfield is our franchise guy. He is stocky and cocky, elusive and and with good enough arm, talent and intangibles that he will lead us to our first Super Bowl win. Do not draft china dolls, fumble rooskies, those who would fold under pressure, and those who are one dimensional. I am ok with Alex Smith for a few years though, before Mayfield plays. Let him learn and trust the process, and not give the job to him from day one. So, trade away our two #1's and one of our second rounders, to move up to number four in the draft, to draft Mayfield.. And get on the phone to our trade buddies in KC, to trade for Alex Smith.

I watched his Toledo versus Miami video. McDermott should like him. He's a clapper. ??????

If the Bills hire the offensive minded and highly acclaimed coach Lincoln Riley from Oklahoma, as a package deal with drafting his quarterback Mayfield,, then I would take a chance. Otherwise, no. I have seen too many great college offensive coordinators/coaches with great systems turn quarterback turds into studs in college. Then when they turn pro, they may become duds with other coaches and vastly different systems. I have no way of knowing if Mayfield is great because of that supposedly great coaching and system, or his talent. I would suspect a bit of both but I would be way more comfortable with some genius type offensive coordinator if the Bills select him, like Lincoln Riley, one that knows him well and can utilize his talent to the fullest in creative ways. You never know. Maybe Riley would be ok with such a scenerio, if McBean was interested.

I am a first timer in posting to this forum, but I was wondering if anyone saw that Peterman Trick shot video on YouTube from 2016. In that 3 minute plus video he does not seem to lack accuracy, creativity and confidence. I was really impressed by what I saw, albeit that was not done though in fast action game time conditions. But, in last weeks game he showed some accuracy, decisiveness, composure in the pocket and a quick release, too. Reports say he has decent mobility as well. The sample we have seen from him so far regarding NFL experience is limited, but I like what I have seen so far. At least it gives me some hope, and something to look forward to this year. Tyrod just seemed too cautious, and less decisive. He had his strengths of course, but teams figured out what to do for him: Pressure him, and keep him in the pocket. Keep his passes short, and in short time any drives would be over. That was likely their thinking.