OldTimer1960

Hmm, I defer to your scouting expertise over mine, but I watched Cooper Jr vs. Oregon and vs Iowa and I didn't come away very impressed. I see a thick, strong mostly-slot receiver who doesn't have electric quickness or sharp cutting ability. I thought he showed some decent field speed, but I saw a fair number of screens thrown to him in those 2 games. Maybe I'm missing something, but he looked "meh" to me. Can you reply with what you like about Cooper's game?

I think this may be a bit optimistic. Even if we can agree that they can live with only 3 additions, they all need to be starters - 2 LBs and at least 1 S on D. They really could use some depth at CB as well (I'm worried that Max Hairston won't be able to stay healthy like last season). I do think there are enough holdover players to construct an adequate 3-4 defensive line. I do wonder what they will do with Greg Rousseau - I like him, but I am not sure playing him at 3-4 OLB would be using him the best way possible and I think he may be a tad light to play a 3-4 DE. To be clear, I don't claim any special expertise - these are my observations as a fan.

Unless he runs close to 4.6, he will not likely be available by pick 60.

I’ll pass on Addison unless he comes for a 3rd or less. Too much off-field trouble that doesn’t seem to be getting better. https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/minnesota-vikings/news/jordan-addison-timeline-trouble-arrest/4f6bd7421089427d77d34601

I’m no expert but I don’t expect the Bills to drop $30Mish on 31 year old Hendrickson. Maybe that would be a good idea for a year, but I don’t expect that level investment- especially on a player who is already 31. I also wouldn’t count on getting much from Hoect this season. I think with an Achilles whatever they get from him is a bonus, not something to count on.

I hope so, but where are you going but mid and low priced FA with $32M? Of course, that is a lot of money in real terms, but if you split that $32M across even 3 signings you are likely to be disappointed in who they could sign. Now, 1 $32M free agent might get you an impact player.

Aaron Rodgers doesn’t rely on explosive movements for his success like Hoecht will have to. I’m rooting for Hoecht to make a great comeback to pre-injury form, but from what I’m reading that is far from a certainty.

Even if he plays, it’s pretty likely that he won’t be the same player he was pre-injury. https://sicscore.com/news/achilles-tears-in-the-nfl-injury-causes-recovery-timeline-and-performance-impact

Boy, I think Hoecht will be lucky to play much at all next year after a torn Achilles.

I would not hold my breath waiting for a “big” FA signing by the Bills. They will be doing well to keep some of their own FA and to make some mid to low cost signings.

Color me unsurprised.

If i recall correctly, Harrison didn’t run, jump, lift or do any drills at the Combine. I’m not super big on those metrics defining a prospect, but it’s possible that his speed and or quickness isn’t as good as we thought and that may be affecting his performance at the NFL level. I am not saying this is the case, but it’s possible.

Agreed, one of Walker’s positives is that his movement skills are pretty amazing for his size. He isn’t really the short/squat powerful wide body to just clog the middle.

WRs who the opposition needs to truly game plan to stop are not that plentiful. Let’s hope they find one, but I’d be pretty happy with someone who is a competent pro, can get open on his own some, has good hands, stays healthy and is a decent NFL starting WR.

Enjoy your conspiracy.