PaattMaann

Well, we don't KNOW that. I have a theory about QBs succeeding being totally connected to time/place/coaches/circumstances surrounding their career. Meaning even God Tom Brady would not be who he is and accomplished what he has if say, he was on the Bills in the same time period. So, it is my belief we have no idea what kind of QB EJ could have been had he been allowed to sit and learn/develop as was the original plan. But really, none of this is neither here nor there. He isn't our QB nor what this thread is about : )

1st rounder stunk and had to play quicker than they wanted because Kolb slipped on a mat and injured himself (if I am remembering quickly)

considering stats is what gets you into the hall of fame I would think that IS actually the deciding factor on whether he gets in or not lol, so how is saying "he wont get in because he doesn't have the stats" ignorant? MV was not the first mobile/athletic QB the NFL had ever seen, so I don't know how much "revolutionizing" he did (Steve Young had more rushing yards in some seasons than Vick did). Nice back track on the "I don't know if he will be or not" after saying "he will most likely be in the hall of fame, and would be in for sure if it wasn't for his dog killing", which was the entire point of my post. He was a talented QB who put up average to below average stats, nothing about that is even close to Hall of Fame consideration.

1. Josh Allen is # 1 - says you 2. harazdous at best - says the guy who obviously hasnt been to bills games? Until late november, so more than half of our home games, weather is not a factor. And then in December most years, the "wind swirls" dont even effect the passing game. This is a fallacy. Maybe if we were talking about kickers here. 3. I agree we could maybe wait and pick one. But I trust our FO. If they think they need to trade up to grab the guy they identify as being the best QB in this class, I am all for giving up whatever is necessary to do so. Would you give up three full drafts to have Tom Brady 8 years ago? Or Aaron Rodgers 8 years ago? I sure would. That guy COULD be in this draft, will never know unless we take a chance.

In your opinion there arent any "Alpha QBs", I, and many, disagree. In the future we wont have the ammo or the high draft pick (hopefully) to trade up to get that franchise QB). Strike while the iron is hot. MANY QBs have strong enough arms to deal with the conditions at the Ralph. I sit in the stands for every home game, conditions are overblown. There might be one game every few years where the conditions are terrible, in which case, NO QB can throw. All of the top QBs in this draft have good enough arms to throw the ball in Buffalo lol

I understand the comment about not tying up too many resources in the WR position, but there is no guarantee Richardson will command that kind of money..you may THINK that but we do not know yet. If we were to offer a reasonable contract and he accepts, then its no where near the money you speculate. I agree we shouldn't tie up too much resources in WR though. I do disagree about our stadium conditions not being conducive to throwing, Jim Kelly says hi. We have no clue what McBeane are planning to do in the draft regardless of what they say. They seem like really smart guys, and really smart guys should realize you need a franchise QB to succeed in the NFL. Therefore, If I was a betting man I would bet they use their resources and build through the draft by acquiring the most important position on the team, QB. I don't think our idea on how to build a team is actually that different. You are just confusing what I was referring to with Richardson. Build the trenches, build through the draft, sign key FAs when we identify those who will have the most impact (we paid for Hyde and it worked out, we didnt pay so much for Poyer and it worked out, just as two examples).

Ok, him being over paid is an entirely different issue than not bringing in good players. If we can get good players, we should get the good players. Not having a QB on the roster is not a reason to not get the future QB weapons to use once he is acquired. That is ridiculous thinking. Put the pieces around your future QB so he can succeed when we do have him (which, by the way, by all indications, will happen in this draft). Also, since we will likely be using a lot of draft resources this year to acquire out QB, we should do some work in FA to fill roster holes to put that QB in the best position to succeed (Get him some additional weapons). I am not making the case for Richardson only, though I do think he is the best downfield weapon currently available and that is something our current roster is missing.

I wouldnt say we are in full rebuild mode. I would say we are, just like we were last year, continuing to build a team. There are two ways to build a team, through FA and the draft. It is good to use both avenues. Why wouldn't Richardson be good for a team that is building? Wouldn't having as many good players as possible help build a team?

lots of holes, have to try to fill some via free agency to give yourself draft flexibility And we could sign Richardson, and STILL draft a WR Use FA to fill as many holes as reasonable so that you can either use picks to make your move for QB or draft BPA

wellllllllllllllllllllll what if he signs a real low dollar contract? edit: nevermind, I Found the answer to that question. Would still count, damn....anyway, worth a flyer haha

Reports are the Colts and Donte Moncrief will part ways. He is a FA that I think makes a lot of sense for the Bills to go after. Incredible combo of size/talent...was in an offense where he was a number 3 option most of the time, with a hurt Andrew Luck. 6'2, jump ball ability, 4.4 40 time, area of need....I would take a flyer on him, and for those who care, he wouldnt count against the comp pick formula. Makes sense to load up on these types of guys.

what????? Mike Vick in the hall of fame? For what????? What did he do during his career that would put him anywhere near even a nomination to the hall of fame? His stats certainly don't support it...he barely has more career passing yards than QBs who are in the hall of fame that played in the 1940s!!!!!!! He played in the era of the passing offense, and put up some pretty average stats. Hall of fame!!????

I live in the 716, am a season ticket holder and I still sell some games that I either don't want to attend or cant attend. Seems like a really dumb rule for the franchise.

Comp picks wont stop us from filling a need with a FA. Comp picks might affect a decicion where, all other things being mostly equal, Beane might sign someone who would not affect the plus comp pick It makes sense and I am OK with that.

I appreciate everyone's respectful and honest discussion. I believe these types of questions have a place in these types of interviews because it is a useful tool to gauge players temperaments in a job where millions of dollars are at stake, players are constantly hounded by the media regarding sensitive subjects, players personal lives can result in suspensions that harm their employer, players are subject to fans taunting them at games and in public....none of us work in such a volatile business where millions of dollars are at stake based on someones simple reaction or overreaction so our personal experiences are of no relevance. It is NOT the actual answer to the question that matters to the interviewers, it is the reaction of the interviewee and how they conduct themselves...which IS very relevant to their profession (not playing the sport, but dealing with their public lives, which DOES very much matter in today's NFL) I also appreciate why some of you would disagree and think these questions are out of line. I will simply bow out of this discussion because, like politics or religions, no one will ever change each others minds and I have no interest in just arguing. Go Bills!

It kind of outrages me that so many in here do not understand why the questions are asked lol And then people in here compare their interview experience with these NFL interviews, as if they are in any way, shape or form comparable lol NFL players are public figures. Most NFL players do not share most of our upbringings and back grounds. Most of these players do not come from stable families who had strong parents who taught them how to appropriately handle difficult situations. These questions are just another tool for scouts to determine what genetic make up and characters of men they might be handing millions of dollars to and/or making the face of their billion dollar franchise. "well in my interview experience..." lol, not...even...comparable!

I can't think of one more appropriate what would your questions be?

it could certainly help factor into a decision about a questionable player, are they easily unhinged? I don't understand why some on this board cannot comprehend how a players response to something like this reveals a glimpse into someones character or attitude/makeup

lol, and thaaaaatttt was the point

are people that dense that they dont understand why these questions are asked? TO GAUGE THEIR REACTION, DO THEY FREAK OUT ON THE ASKER? DO THEY KEEP THEIR COMPOSITION WHEN PRESSED ON A SENSITIVE SUBJECT? Jesus people, really?

THIS. They ask these types of questions routinely to see how they react, not for their answer.

Trent Dilfer, Brad Johnson too... Your point is correct. Every once in a while a non franchise QB leads his team to the super bowl. Great. I don't want to rely on building the perfect team around the QB and getting lucky once in a while. I want that friggin franchise QB that takes your team to the playoffs year after year because he IS a franchise QB (Aaaron Rodgers style). I am confident McBeane can build a team without having 100 draft picks this year, and minus a high pick next year. Look what they did in ONE YEAR at the helm with this talent void Bills team.

Lots of holes to fill on this roster is 100% correct. However, we also have a glaring hole at the most important position in football. One that, time and time again has proven to be THE deciding factor in whether or not your team is a consistent playoff team. That position is QB. You get your franchise QB by finishing bad enough to be picking at the top of the draft, or you get lucky and hit on a mid to late round pick. The stats have been posted over and over, the vast majority of pro bowl QBs are first round picks, and usually at the top. Is there a chance he is a bust, oh absolutely, but sitting in QB purgatory gets you to a 20 year drought (so does picking the wrong guy). We havent been bad enough at the right time to pick our QB high. This year, we have the ammunition to move up and snag our QB, finally. I trust our FO more than I have in 20 years. However, I am hoping they make that move and jump to the top of the draft.

I think, whether it was the Bills or another team, they were inquiring about Foles to gauge interest and start formulating plans/backup plans in case FA and or the draft doesnt go the way they want it to. Similar to the Ivory signing, its doing due diligence and having flexibility. It's SMART! I don't think Foles is really that good though. I think he was put in the perfect situation in Philly with a damn good team, damn good coaches and play caller. To me he is more of an average QB who could play good, but could also play really bad. Would I give up ONLY a second (the rumored offer) for him to be our starting QB? I lean towards no but if thats all it took and the Process thought it was the correct move and they could get the most out of Foles, then I would reluctantly be on board. I would doubt Foles is option A. As far as the rumors the Eagles want more than the 1st and 4th they got for Bradford, well DUH, what else would the Eagles say...."we would actually settle for a couple mid round picks for Foles, honestly" LOL

thats the beauty of evaluating, we can all watch, a lot, and come to different conclusions at how they project at the next level. Time will tell.