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He's trying real hard to be cute or funny, and accomplishing neither. And the failure in that also makes it hard to take anything else he is saying too seriously. A perfect example of a "hack."

ditto all the thanks and appreciation to you guys who do this, as said, the best reads of the day, every day

i wonder if Marrone's comments about our left guard play is a hint? I'd be fine with Moore.

gotta like that

wake up on the wrong side of the bed today?

welcome, this will certainly help you get your Bills fix, enjoy

Actually, Buffalo gets a top billing, see point three "Paying the Outlier" - And our Mark Andersen signing is the example of choice: "The deals given out to Laurent Robinson and Mark Anderson before the 2012 season are examples of such a mistake." I'm a bit suprized that the Mario signing wasn't mentioned.

ditto, thanks Astro

Well said, Richard

Does anyone know when Peter King will do his camp visit? I always look forward to his reviews the most.

thank sir, always enjoy reading your reviews

Alex Carrington . . . Wanny had no idea how ti use him, along with several other things Wanny had no idea about . . . this will be his breakout year

He has been the forgotten (unnoticed ?) man the past two seasons, hopefully he begins to reach his potential this year. If he does, it will be a bonus to the defense.

The NFL is always, and only, about winning. And there is an eternal debate about what is the right blend of talent and/or character, is one more important than the other in the long run, etc.? I coach college athletes, and I know I’m always a much smarter coach when I have more talent. But I also know firsthand that talent alone doesn't win games, there has to be some degree of “character” (and there are multiple ways to define or describe what we mean by character—but for now, let’s go with: some reasonable degree of a moral compass, generally treating other people right, and a healthy dose of personal responsibility, motivation, and determination to work hard and do the right things). Obviously, the best scenario is the combination of loads of talent with high character—that is every coach’s dream. So, to the question(s): With all that has gone on with the Patriots—and the throw in the other 40 NFL players that have been arrested this off-season—is there any concern in your minds about the three question mark rookies that will potentially be major contributors to the Bills this year and in the future: LB – Kiko Alonzo, S – Duke Williams, and WR – Da’Rick Rogers? I like what I see (or more accurately, have read) in their abilities. It appears that all three have starter potential, maybe more. But what does it say about the new Bills regime that they were willing to role the dice on not one, not two, but three, people with serious questions mark going into the draft? I would love for us to have a serious discussion about the issues this raises—Yes, I know there will be several (including myself at times) that will think, “who cares, as long as they can play, and they make the team better (and all the snickerly ways that can be said), etc. etc. But again I ask, is this a concern, and what is it saying about the direction of the team? Here are few beginning thoughts: Hopefully the Bills have done their homework and feel the risk/reward was worth it. Everyone deserves a second chance (most of the time) and a chance to grow up; and this is theirs, and we all wish them the best in this opportunity. (NOTE: I do hope everyone of these new Bills mention turns out to be outstanding people and outstanding football players.) Does it indicate that the current Bills leadership is not that concerned with “character”? And if so, what does that mean for the future of this team? One huge way to help these younger players is to have a strong leadership presence of high-character guys already in the locker room. And I’m sure the current Bills have some, but do they have enough, with enough cred, to demand the respect, influence, and attention of the younger players. If the last statement is true, who are those people? And in the end, does it even matter, or is talent really the only thing that matters to this new staff? (For example, no matter how you felt about David Nelson’s abilities, there was no question he was one of the most respected Bills on the team the last few years, by fans and players alike. Why? Because he was a decent player, and, because of the high-character person he is. But the new staff seemed to have no interest in him.) What other issues does this raise? Anyhow, I’m certain there are no definitive answers to these questions/issues. But I would love to hear your thoughts: Are there any concerns, and “yes” or “no”, why do you feel that way? Have at it . . .

What? Wanny had a scheme?

Don't they already have that? It's called the SEC

is that supposed to be funny?

19-0 baby!

I too believe he will emerge as the starter this year, and this attacking Defensive scheme seems to suit him more. Break-out year, I hope!

I'm the eternal optimist every July and August: I went 10-12, and the Play-offs baby!

There will be surprise cuts, although I don't see Smith and Lindell cuts as surprises ... the team will probably have better options then those two. As for cap space, I see no need to go out of the way to keep Byrd. Maybe I'm wrong, this year will tell. And as others have said, they are well under the cap right now.

Well, hopefully they at least send a scout down there Thursday.

come on Vet, give Brad some love, "Hate" is such a strong word, there are much more important things in life worth hating than a nice guy, productive fooball player, who gives back to the community.

I think he has been one of the more under-appreciated Bills the past few years. He is consistent, makes catches, and scores touchdowns. The one knock on him--according to the professional scouts (I guess, I don't have the expertise or film to evaluate it)--is his blocking ability. But I've read a few times where he has improved in that. Anyhow, having him back is a big plus. Hopefully at full strength and ready to go.