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Scott Chandler gets weepy over leaving Bills
billsgpr88 replied to PromoTheRobot's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
This prediction is baseless. He was the best back on the team last year, and his style doesn't rely on being the fastest or most agile guy on the field; that's why he's lasted so long. And btw, he's without a doubt one of the top blocking halfbacks in the league. You don't think Greg Roman appreciates that? -
which player do you hope slides to us at 50 realisitcally?
billsgpr88 replied to Pete's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
His versatility is what intrigues me. Rex would probably use him as both a safety or OLB, depending on the Situation (eg: safety on short yardage/running situations, and OLB on passing downs). Completely unrelated, but I think Robey is going to have a big year. His ball-hawking instincts and blitzing abilities will be optimized by Rex (see 2013 season with Pettine). -
which player do you hope slides to us at 50 realisitcally?
billsgpr88 replied to Pete's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
laken tomlinson, shaq thompson, or bernard mckinney -
Who is your draft "bust" and draft "sleeper"?
billsgpr88 replied to YoloinOhio's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
Bust: Bryce Petty. don't see him ever dissecting a pro defense Sleeper: Karlos Williams. Raw at RB (switched from safety), but has great speed for his size. -
Cassel advantage and explanation of EJ's command issues
billsgpr88 replied to Vinaccia's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
I know we all want to look for reasons as to why ej hasn't panned out yet. The fact is, and it pains me to say this, but he cannot read a defense and he absolutely cannot throw accurate balls consistently. Nothing is going to change those shortcomings -
Can EJ be the starting QB for the Bills
billsgpr88 replied to BillsFan-4-Ever's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
NO. LET ME TELL YOU WHY he isn't good enough. In particular, his vision, accuracy, and decision-making are not good enough. Manuel defenders can look at statistics that show he is comparable to hall of fame quarterbacks in the beginning of their respective careers, but those guys showed potential. Manuel clearly doesn't pass the eye test. I get nervous every time he lets go of the ball because I have no idea where it's going to go. He stares down receivers as hard as any NFL qb I've ever seen, and he barely ever makes use of his strong arm. That last part could change, but I think he has a low ceiling for the innate talent to read defenses and throw the ball accurately. -
Translative property says a smack down is coming
billsgpr88 replied to Jimmy Spagnola's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
congratulations, you were able to display your ignorance in the very first word you typed. -
He's not an NFL qb. Deal with it. I wanted him to be one as much as anyone else, believe me. I was lying to myself saying he could be. He has so many things you would want in a starting QB and a face of a franchise: a big guy with a big arm, athleticism to run if he needs to, a good looking guy who never gets in trouble off the field and works his butt off all year. But the simple truth is, he doesn't have the talent. He never hits a receiver in stride. He can't read a defense. He won't throw it downfield until they're behind and need a comeback. He has never shown the ability to be consistently accurate. And he doesn't show the qualities of being a leader during the game (when was the last time we saw a Bills QB riling up the team, or get in guys' faces on the sidelines? I want someone who wants to win more than anyone else on the team). Everyone talks about development. I see posts of misleading statistics of other QBs that became elite, or QBs that sat on the bench for a few years (Brees, Eli, Rogers, etc.). But all of those guys showed potential. You could see them thread the needle in tight coverage, or make multiple reads until they found the wide open guy. You could see them playing to win and not playing not to lose. EJ's stats may be comparable to some of those guys in his young career, but he absolutely DOES NOT PASS THE EYEBALL TEST. You can see his lack of skills, and his fear of making a mistake (how many audibles for running plays have we seen?). It seems as though Marrone has realized this, and the sooner the better. Hackett is also to blame, but that is a whole other thread
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D line ravages Rivers yelling at teammates media eats crow
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You know what I haven't had in a while? big league chew
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I follow the team pretty closely, but haven't seen any info on this. Injury, behavioural issues?
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The heavens must be on our side :-)
billsgpr88 replied to billsfanmd07's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
I like to think that the hind legs are trampling a pile of dolphin carcasses -
classy. a true ambassador
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Do you think we'll see it from Hackett anytime in the future? We got Goodwin and Sammy, both dangerous with a full head of steam. I think at least the threat of it would create more options. Whaddaya think?
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It looks like a sketch from the Tim and Eric show
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Biggest NON-EJ worry for 2014
billsgpr88 replied to BillnutinHouston's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
HACKETT -
He just got cut, might be able to rekindle chemistry with watkins.. As long as we're scouring the earth for viable qbs
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Sick of Marone Being Down on Backups but Coddling EJ
billsgpr88 replied to Mr. T's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
there is no competition because they wouldn't even consider it in the offseason, another form of coddling EJ. Totally agree with OP, just watched the short post game presser where at one point, he says "talking to coach hackett, coach downing, they told me I did a good job so I was happy with that". That sounds like a helpless child in need of approval to me. I've been very patient with Manuel, but he is not NFL talent, over his head, and clearly delusional. And Hackett is terrible. People throw up offensive stats to stand by these guys, but if you get away from the stats and just watch the game, it couldn't be any clearer that they simply aren't good enough. -
Come up to Halle Saale, me and a buddy from Rochester watch every game! Realistically though, There should be an American sportsbar with sunday ticket in Munich
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I'm sure Hackett works as hard as anyone, and that his wealth of knowledge and passion will be valuable assets to the Bills O this year. What I don't like though is the go, go, go as fast as you can strategy that he insists on (he has explicitly stated this as his philosophy in multiple interviews). Perfect example of its downside: going into the 4th against the pats opening day last year with a lead (if my memory serves me correctly), they ran the hurry up and had back-to-back 3 and outs. This of course gave Brady more opportunities to save the day, which he predictably did. This tone-deaf attitude is too simplistic in the pros: I really think you have to adjust according your team's performance at the time, as well as the opponent's performance and the overall rhythm of the game. Pettine actually mentioned this in one of his recent interviews. I mean, even Manning and Brady have quiet games from time to time, so how do we expect Manuel to run the hurry-up without slumps and periods of ineffectiveness? The stacked backfield can compensate for a streaky pass game, but to me, keeping the offense in 5th gear at all times is disconcerting. Thoughts?
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A lot of new pieces due to FA and a draft with a ton of picks. Will all of the big names (CJ2K, Decker, Vick) form a potent offense to complement their always formidable defense? Or will this fall apart like so many hastily put together teams have in the past?
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Exactly. one thing that is never mentioned in the national media: How many busts are there every year in the first 10 picks? The heavy criticism of trading the first round completely disregards the possibility of that pick being a bust. They criticize the present and completely forget about the past. There's no memory and no accountability in the world of sports writing.