harmonkillebrew

Isn't Bates penciled in as starting RG? I don't think they'll be moving on from Spencer Brown so soon either. McGovern and Dawkins on the left. Morse at C. Solid backup in Boetger. I think the O-line needs additions, but not as desperately as MLB. I'd say 1st- LB, 2nd-4th - O-line, TE, DT I wouldn't be upset with a stud WR in the 1st, but I don't think it is a greater need at this point than MLB

Harris helps change our offensive identity. We'll have a smash mouth side to us now. We just need a road grader G on the right side to pair with Spencer Brown

Didn't lose a comp pick for Harris. That canceled out Singletary. Edmunds was already canceled out by the McGovern signing.

top GM? magician? sorcerer? idk.... sounds like OBD planted some trolls here.... he did what most analysts said he should do. Letting Edmunds go at that price was prudent, and not letting Poyer also walk was smart. Harty's contract is a little too rich. Where he really needs to hit is the draft, which has been his weakness. We'll see how that pans out. Also curious to see how he fills RB and ILB needs.

I liked Edmunds, but prefer we use that $$ elsewhere, preferably on Offense and get a LB replacement in the draft. Maybe a temp vet fill-in, like David.

I don't think Shakir demonstrated the nuance for the slot yet. You've got to read defenses, feel the zones, make sharp cuts, and make sure you're in the QB's line of sight/throwing window the entire time. It's not easy and he didn't really show improvement as the year progressed. There is a reason they dusted off Beasley. We need a better solution Agree. There are some nice options in the draft like Flowers and Josh Downs that will probably be there in the 2nd

Definitely top 5 and better than the Pitt throw to Davis They also missed the flat footed bomb to Diggs against NE

But not his slot, #3 or #4 WR Bringing back Beasley and him basically starting at slot was an indication where we are at that position. That will be the focus in FA and draft. A guy like Zay Flowers, or Josh Downs would fit the bill. If Beane were wise he'd add an outside WR as well. Davis should be pushed, or at least backed-up with a solid 4th WR

Lots of chatter that he'll run very well and work out well and with his size could go late 1st, despite the lack of production in college

First thing I thought of when I saw this. He brings a SB winner attitude to the offense. Can groom Cook. He was trusted by Brady in pass coverage and as an outlet. He's a powerful runner, can get tough yards, but also still has some juice. He probably won't break the bank as he only wants to play for a winner and will probably take less.

I'm thinking WR/ILB/OL in first three rounds G and WR in FA hopefully re-sign Poyer

What quality DC is going to accept a job for one year?? This is an odd move. If they're serious that he'll be back in 2024 then they'll probably just look to fill his shoes from within. This is so weird its almost dysfunctional.

This is the best logic. While I think Wagner could actually be a short-term improvement, given Edmunds age, you can spread out his guaranteed $$ over say a 7 year contract, with outs later on, so his cap next year is lower than anyone else you could sign. That gives us more room to bring in a FA WR and G. However, really we should look to add a playmaking LB from the draft. You can get fine production from rookie LBs

We need at least two new additions in the WR room. A playmaking outside WR (draft) to push Davis. and a veteran slot maven (Juju SC would look nice).

Wasn't Poyer also a 6th rounder out of college? At some point you've got to hit on a few of these to make hay with salary cap rules. Given Benford a try, draft a backup in the 5th. Keep Marlowe/Johnson around as insurance

Depends how FA shakes out. If we can upgrade the line (priority #1) through FA, then I think we can focus on playmakers in the draft

It was a big risk. That was a lot of money in one, older guy. Basically a moon shot for a 2 year SB window. Add in all the draft picks used on DE and we are totally lopsided in where we have invested.

Edmund's isn't going anywhere. You could hear it in Beane's presser. They love the kid and he's grown tremendously and is still young

It would be inspirational to have him back, but ideally in his preferred spot as backup S. If we don't re-sign Poyer we need a new starting SS. Either way, we should be drafting or otherwise bringing in young talent

Josh Downs

2020 was pretty magical. 13-3. Allen took huge steps forward, as did the entire team. Ran the AFCE and made it to the AFC Championships despite getting blitzed by KC in the end.

This is the most important point. Saw it so many times and led to a lot of hero ball plays and bad INTs. Fix this as priority #1 and a lot will follow.

Bills have missed out on Ken Walker and Bryce Hall in recent drafts, so I'm tempted to say draft, but I think Cook could develop more and we can probably get good value on a vet like Hunt or Perrine. Plus, we need to use the draft to get younger and better at O-line and WR

I think at full health we have the talent to make up for our mediocre game day coaching and can beat either KC or Cinci. I also still think that the slippery weather affected us more than Cinci. It limited our quickness advantage on the Line and at WR/RB. Add in injuries and bad weather and our thin margin of error due to bad coaching is insurmountable. If we strengthen the Oline and run game and can stay healthy on D, then we have a chance again next year.

McDermott and Fraiser run a good system that sets a high floor against mediocre offenses, but they are ***** at game planning and coaching against the top minds. They are just too conservative and predictable. Whether its the Bengals game this year, or 13 seconds last year, they choke at big moments. And unfortunately with McDermott calling the shots they will continue to over-invest in the D, neglecting our real future - JA.