Logic

Byron Marshall is the running back on the practice squad currently, not Marcus Murphy. I'd guess it would be him.

Thanks for the reply. My only two responses would be: 1.) It's weird to say in the first paragraph that you're adamant that people allow some time before evaluating rookies, only to see you turn around and conclude that Ford was a "miss" by the front office. He's only four games into his career. Doesn't he deserve the same time to prove himself that you're "adamant" that others give to rookies? 2.) THIS front office -- the Brandon Beane led front office -- was not here in 2017. They did not draft Zay Jones or Dion Dawkins or pass on a quarterback. I would also say that Dawkins is an average to slightly above average left tackle at this point in his career. To say that he's a "miss" or a bust is erroneous, in my opinion.

Agree to disagree. The Bills offensive line currently has the highest "win rate" in pass blocking of any offensive line in football. They have also paved the way for a consistently productive running game thus far. The Bills are 9th in the NFL in offensive yards gained this year. When you consider how historically bad the offensive line was last year, and you consider the fact that they changed out 4 of 5 starters in one offseason and have somehow still managed to produce pretty good offensive line play, you can only reasonably conclude that it was a well accomplished overhaul. As for Ford: I agree that it's disappointing that he doesn't seem to have a future at right tackle. If he winds up being a dominant guard for a decade, though -- which it looks like he has the talent to be -- then I'm fine with the pick. Any way you slice it, the Bills appear to have gotten four starting caliber players out of this draft (Oliver, Ford, Knox, and Singletary), two of whom (Oliver and Knox) have clear star potential. That's a good draft. No one hits on 100% of their draft picks (ask the great Bill Belichick), but Beane has been hitting on far more than he's been missing on.

You're right, he got penalized a lot. Part of the reason is that he's a mean *****. He also happens to be the best blocking tight end in football. One game in which he made boneheaded mistakes do not cancel out the three previous games, where he was out there mauling people, protecting the QB, and opening big holes in the running game. I promise you, a Ford/Smith combo on the right side is going to keep Allen or Barkley's jersey cleaner than Ford on an island. If it comes with a penalty or two, so be it...it's better than watching the quarterback get driven into the turf by an unobstructed linebacker.

I understand why they cleared a roster spot: They'll either need to call up Davis Webb or may choose to call up Duke Williams. I AM confused, however, by the fact that it was McDermott that got the boot, since Nsekhe is ailing and may not play. Tackle depth is frightening right now.

If he doesn't go on Sunday (which he probably won't), then Daboll needs to make sure to give Ford help on the right side. I'd station Lee Smith or Tommy Sweeney next to him just about all day long.

Don't stop there. Need him fresh for the big game. Rest him until Super Bowl Sunday.

As much of a bummer as it is to be coming off a loss and waiting for Allen to clear concussion protocol...It must be a MASSIVE bummer to be coming off THREE straight losses and hoping our quarterback doesn't literally die on the field this coming Sunday.

Speaking of the notion of DK Metcalf over Ed Oliver...has anyone heard from @Cornette's Commentary lately?

Nahhhh... Blue chip defensive lineman trumps bluechip wide receiver all day long. Yes, Ed Oliver needs to start turning his pressures into sacks, but I'm DAMN SURE not ready to say that I'd rather have DK Metcalf than Ed Oliver only 4 games into their careers. And it's not like Oliver's been slacking. He's top 10 in pressure rate among ALL defenders in the NFL this season.

Quenton Nelson.

Forget "Ed who?"...it should be "Cody who?" Ed Oliver + DK Metcalf is looking superior right at this moment to Ed Oliver + Cody Ford. Of course, if Cody Ford turns into a dominant guard, then it will hurt less, but...it can be argued that a massive WR that runs a 4.4 trumps an offensive guard.

Wilson is a ***** magician. I wonder what TJ Graham's up to right now...

For anyone wondering: That funky little bass line they were playing as they went to commercial break is from the song Shakedown Street by the Grateful Dead. What's that? No one was wondering that or cares at all? Okay, okay...

See how Wilson slid there after only a 1 yard gain? ALLEN: DO THAT!!!!!!!!

To be honest, I think you're right: It would absolutely foolish to have a quarterback who is still feeling the effects of a concussion try to jump over giant exercise balls. As you say, he could easily land awkwardly or slip on the ball and hit his head on the turf. I hadn't given it much thought, but this drill would be a terrible idea for a player with head injury concerns. Hmm...

Or possibly because their quarterback's brain is injured and they need someone to back Barkley up this Sunday.

I'm sorry, but I can't shake the feeling that this is a "Barkley starts, Singeltary sits for precautionary reasons, Bills lose on a stupid 4th quarter turnover and go into the bye on a two-game losing streak" kind of week. I promise you, no one hopes my feeling is wrong more than I do.

Bills fans finding out that this move was done not to bring in Trent Williams, Stefon Diggs, or Duke Williams, but to call up Davis Webb so that Barkley can start this weekend.

I'm guessing we'll all be disappointed, and it'll be Webb being brought up.

I said no such thing! Just kidding...it's probably to bring Webb up

This is a strange move, given Nsekhe's injury.

Davis Webb call-up to come?

Not that I'm doubting you, but can you provide a link to any reports that he's sulking? I haven't heard that at all. In fact, the ONLY article I've read all offseason regarding his mood and disposition is that he's been attached at the hip to John Brown, trying to learn from him, and has maintained a great attitude. As far as the injury: I've heard turf toe and groin, but never ankle. Can you provide a link to either piece of info?