richNjoisy

Evans - TB Clowney - Hou Manziel - Dallas (!) Bortles - Minn Mack - CLE Bonus: Robinson - Rams Watkins - Oakland Bills - Ebron

Just keep writing, John. If you MUST read the negative reviews then look for constructive criticism and throw out the rest. I know , I know......but do you have a big enough garbage can?

Or this simply means he has not announced he is aligned with any group. Look - if you want to believe Jim never spoke to any investors prior to Wilson's death AND that Jim was either lying or merely speculating when he made the same statement over and over (money is not an issue) - feel free. I do not believe it , however, and we will simply have to agree to disagree.

Of course John - it is obvious (at least to me and I assume most everyone) that Jim Kelly has for a long, long time now, had a plan in place hence his repeated insistence, "that money will not be a problem". What has surprised me (and perhaps the Kellys?) is the number of other groups (apparently) that would like Jim to join "their team". My GUESS would be that Jim will LISTEN to other offers but will likely stay with the (for us unknown) "money group" he put together years ago. I am very confident Jim's major goal is to win the bidding war and to align himself with the ownership team most likely to keep the team in Buffalo. The Trump bit of things are probably only a distraction. I doubt he was ever part of Jim's original money team. People are understandably edgy wanting to hear definitive news. Always appreciate your stories, John! Keep 'em coming. -RichNJoisy (CNJBBB)

Yes - but Mel Kiper has Matthews going to the Bills in his latest Mock. And WHEN is Mel ever wrong??

You're joking, right? Because Pegula CAN own them both.

I hear you on this and it is a valid concern - but - there are a few things that are clear about the man: Number 1 is he likes to make money. Number 2 is he likes to be in the spotlight. He will make money in Buffalo. Gobs of it. Not just on tickets, merchandise and TV/luxury box revenues but I understand he will get some huge tax breaks. Moving the team will be a risk and how many yachts DOES he need to ski behind? Number 2 is a good/bad scenario for Buffalonians - the bad is being , perhaps, the first owner based in London or Canada (now that I think of it...yawn...what makes Canada so "special" to Donald??) Or , perhaps, being the LA "savior"? On the good side, winning a Super Bowl and getting a SB ring? Priceless! So, I am ambivalent, yes, but I am intrigued by a Trump ownership.

Matthews might fall to 9. The key is a run on the QB's - if that happens, things get very interesting for us as our pick approaches.......

My 2 cents is - as an out of towner who (particularly of late with bad teams) - I often sell or eat a lot of tickets so paying for a season of cushions is not worth it to me right there. So, I'd vote no. As to the second item, I am a non smoker and really hate how often people light up near me. I do not, however, like the idea of banning them on a person in the stadium especially when the offense is an ejection. I would think a compromise would be if you are caught smoking, the pack is confiscated. Second offense, ejection. Obviously, I would like more policing of the stadium for smokers too. By the way, love the plan for radio in the bathrooms and separate beer lines making it easier to get water,pop, food for non (in the stadium!) beer drinkers. Outside the stadium, I take in beer intravenously.

plenzmd1 - I believe Jay is talking about having "beer only" stands separate from the food concessions as a means to separate out fans that only want to get beer. And the Sports Bar (I don;t think you were asking about that but..) will only sell beer (and not hard liquor). As to the store, the doors will allow shoppers to shop without having tickets etc prior to kickoff. I assume the store will temporarily close just before kickoff to clear everyone out. Then after kickoff, the doors will open for fans inside the stadium. If you leave to the outside, that would mean you can't re-enter. Is this still confusing? I am disappointed, BTW, they do not expect to get WIFI working in the seat sections this year. It should not be that difficult networking- wise. They may be worried about piggy-backers outside the stadium or having security issues. Typical.

In case this link has not yet been provided in this extensive thread: http://www.bucsnation.com/2014/4/4/5582546/trading-mike-williams-creates-more-questions-than-answers-for-the I, for one, am very excited about the potential of this addition. I am reasonably certain now that the Bills will not draft WR Mike Evans now but will, instead go Mosely/Barr, Lewan (Matthews), or Ebron. All quality players at position of need. My guess is Ebron.

I do not think this is correct - Ralph could have left his estate in trust and authorized the sale of his assets and the proceeds to be distributed. Mary , his wife, is the one of the few who can inherit without paying taxes. Her being declared, "sole owner", for now means the team is hers and is not in The Trust - this may not mean any slowdown in sale of the team but it certainly does not speed it up. More likely, this buys time tax free and without as much urgency to find a "suitable" purchaser. I assume this was discussed at length between Mary and Ralph. She probably has her instructions and will sell the team and then distribute the proceeds. I am anxious to hear some analysis from lawyers and some people more in-the-know but I believe this is good news for Bills fans.

You base this, right, on the PFF rating? r because he was cut by the Bears? Obviously, the Bills FO did not agree. So, my question for you would be, "Have you looked through film/watched the guy play?" If not, how can you be SO sure the guy is a "bad football player"? Just as an example of my point, last year the Colts gave up on Jerry Hughes, a former 1st round pick. He wasn't released per se but the trade was for a player the Bills were planning on cutting (White). He turned out all right wouldn't you say? I am not saying you are wrong - Williams may end up being bad but not only do the Bills disagree they paid him millions to come here. I am only questioning how certain you seem by not calling him mediocre but "bad".

Do the Bills use a "zone blocking scheme" ? Apparently that is this guy's forte.

I would have liked it if they signed him but, I do not even know if he ever really considered coming here. Nor do I know if the Bills were willing to go as high as the Redskins did. But, he would have been a legitimate #1 receiver and allowed the Bills more flexibility on the upcoming draft. Still, the "baggage" was a bit disconcerting (locker room cancer? Off field risk(s)? ) so, I am not devastated at not getting him. But, the Bills have a lot of cap space left and I do expect them to use it now to lock down players such as Darius and maybe Spiller. My 2 cents.

Profootballtalk says Jackson has left the Building (washington). No contract signed and MAYBE heading out of town.

Only Ralph could have made this so by putting this in his Will. I don't see any other way the Trust could have this power since it undoubtedly lowers the possible price of the Bills.

They might but there is a limit to how many players one can keep at a given position and I am sure you agree the Bills need more help along the offensive line and at TE and at LB. Best Player Available is only REALLY applied when either the player truly stands out way above other possible selections AND when a team can afford not to draft a player that fills a big hole. My comment had to do with increased likelihoods and freedom to be more selective. If the Bills do not sign Jackson, I DO expect the Bills to draft Evans unless Matthews is still there. Again, just my opinion.....

I don't - with DeSean only being 28 yrs old and having drafted two WR's last year, I think it forces a lean towards a situation where best player available at picks one and two lean towards OL, LB, and possibly TE. So, IMO, the chances of drafting the topTE (Ebron) goes up with a signing of DeSean. Still, having said that, I see the Bills drafting Mathews or Lewan at pick 1 or Mosely/Barr instead of Evans. Unless they are really high on Evans (hedge hedge). This all assumes that Mack and Watkins are gone of course (which I expect).

They certainly do not need to move up to #1 for Evans. Only Clowney makes sense (but it really doesn;t given the apparent cost to move up from 9 to 1). Robinson might go 1 but the draft (apparently) is very deep at tackle. Again, not worth the move. I doubt there is any meat to this rumor.

This only makes sense if the Bills can move up without losing next year's 1st round pick AND to select Clowney.

I totally agree PTR. I have season tickets and I still live in NJ. But, it would be nice, ahem, for there to be some meaningful games in December. For people like me, it is not the price of the tickets that has kept me from driving in but the quality of the product. So , I buy the tickets and hope I will make the drive and the key issue will be bad weather on the drive and not a guaranteed loss and a sad drive home. Funny, after a win, those 420 miles go by quick. RnJ

The one solid thing out of the last 24 hours is that the Bills may be sold or not in the next 6 years BUT no one will move them until year 7 at the earliest. Prior to year 7, we will know a lot more than we know now (who owns the team, threat(s) made (or not) about moving the team "unless", etc). If the Bills can actually become competitive meanwhile, WE THE FANS, will have a say by routinely selling out The Ralph. -RnJ

Thanks for the report on this. Man, it has been a tough few days for Buffalonians. Prayers for the hands of the doctor(s).

Yes yes, I hear the argument but idiot drunks will find a "weapon" if they are determined. This "threat" does not justify using this as an excuse to save money (using 'boneless wings" which is the accepted term for processed chicken) instead of the wing of the chicken whom God made perfectly for the Buffalo Chicken Wing. Frankly (no pun intended), I am appalled and disappointed more of you on this site are not outraged that the Buffalo icon which is the Buffalo Chicken Wing is be sold McNugget-style at the Home of the Buffalo Bills. BLASPHEMY!!!