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Some really good ones mentioned. Let me add Rasul Douglas to that list. When he was traded to us players on the Packers raved about his leadership.

I do. I don't think we trade for anyone unless it's a lower roster type player for player deal. But I can see him moving an OL guy for a 2026 6th or something. I think the next trade activity we would see from Beane would be near the deadline to cover for injuries or if a position group was flat out not working out

All jokes aside, what a horrible choice. Guy didn't even play most of the year last year. Honestly, I would have liked to see Brock Purdy. That would have been cool to see him from Mr. Irrelevant to Madden cover in a few short seasons.

I hear he and AJ Klein are sharing a Winnabego out in the parking lot. From what I understand its going to make one HECK of an episode of the mid season Hard Knocks.

I agree, I would love to see that. If SVPG is the goods, I believe Dawkins-McGovern-SVPG-Torrence-Brown would be our best 5 on the OL. Problem is I'm thinking we as fans see it being more of a battle than it really is going to be. And this isn't a "McD doesn't play rookies" comment...but it's really rare for any 5th rounder to come in and unseat a vet so quickly in their rookie year. I think ultimately, we get 1 season of McGovern at C and then they let the battle hit next year (may change due to injury). But I'm looking forward to seeing how it actually plays out. I do think SVPG's best path to start this year may be the result of injury. If McGovern misses time or has to slide to guard to cover an injury and the rookie gets on the field I think he plays well enough to make it harder to take him off and put him back to the bench.

I think Elam is going to surprise a lot of people this year. If he's healthy I expect him to lock down the #3 outside CB role at MINIMUM. Which is important because Benford has shown he gets banged up a bit. But I really think the "shock" of camp is going to be Elam winning CB2 role and Benford dropping to CB3.

Tis be that time of year. Out with the old and in with the new. With new players come competition. There are several camp battles that are important and should occupy a good amount of talk over the summer. Some of them will be real battles that will determine who is still here week 1...and some will be the low roster message board darlings that fans think have a shot...but in reality are just trying to cling to a bottom roster/PS spot. The ones I'm watching closely : 1. IOL: While we see what the pieces are we have no idea how this puzzle comes together. It seems to be Edwards at LG and McGovern at C for this year. But can someone swoop in and take one of those spots? Who's left standing for depth? 2. Safety: Buffalo brought back Rapp and went out and signed Mike Edwards. Then drafted Bishop. And the potential of a Hyde return is lurking. But who earns those starting spots, who is that 3rd safety and do any of them earn the weekly 100% of the snaps most games that Hyde/Poyer had in years past? 3. PUNTER: One has already fallen as Haack is gone. But coming off a season that had some struggles Sam Martin shouldn't be locked in. He'll have to fend off UDFA Jack Browning, who the Bills signed. Personally, I'm rooting for Browning as he's the cheaper option that can handle kicking duties if needed during the course of a game. 4. ST/KR/PR: With the new kickoff rules in place I'm really looking forward to seeing how teams go about changing what they do here. I've already seen some articles that some teams are considering replacing their kicker on kickoffs due to the possibility of kickers being exposed to injury. There is also the thought process that it takes more than just straight line speed to return kicks now. More shifty and quick in space. So, what say you? What spots are you paying special attention to?

Steve Tasker was a plus backup WR. He could have started for a few teams back then but was too valuable on ST. Dude could play. I'd throw Don Beebe in there as a good backup player as well.

Yeah, that's low for a guy with 80 career starts a C and graded out just below middle of the pack at the position. The only thing I can think of is that he was cut by the Panthers and had offset language in that contract. Would be roughly the same as why the Steelers were able to get Russ Wilson at about the same cap hit. Not positive but it seems likely to me that's the case.

I was just looking at an article about this from earlier the off-season. Chargers had already signed Bradley Bozeman who was the starter with Carolina...and more importantly was with Baltimore during Roman's tenure there. That's their starter and he's not a bad C at all. They had also reworked Lindsey's contract in anticipation of his retirement. This is something they had well planned out and was in the works for a while. I don't believe Clapp is even a blip on their radar as they let him walk knowing what was coming.

IMO Groot's biggest detriment the past couple of years has been his knack of picking up foot/ankle injuries that aren't bad enough to make him miss any real time...but aren't well enough to see him have any pass rush impact. He starts off well enough the first few weeks and then is hampered by something. His health is a major factor. AJE has always been on the better end of the scale for his pass rushing abilities. He's gotten surprisingly good production on limited snaps. His biggest issue has always been that he is atrocious setting the edge against the run IMO. Both have the potential to really step up this year. I'd like both to take the next step for sure...but even if one can hit the next level that would be huge.

Looks like a page from a coloring book that hasn't been used yet.

I'm not sure they would be interested in him. Chargers are under new management and want to bring in "their guys". Honestly, I'd think if they trade for anyone it would more likely to be someone with ties to the Baltimore Ravens and Greg Roman.

I agree on your first 5. I think the 6th spot really comes down to ST value and who they feel can contribute there the most. Hamler has value if healthy there. Claypool played ST last year in Miami and has already both spoken and been spoken about for willingness to play teams. I think Shorter has the inside track to that spot. He's a guy that the Bills burned a pick on (a 5th, sure but still a pick) and has extensive ST experience in college. I see him locking down that 6th spot. I think MVS sticks, but the path for Claypool or Hamler (aside from injury) may just be outplaying him for his spot. If MVS 's case of the dropsies continue this TC/PS I think it opens the door. Between the 3 of them it may come down to which one overcomes their well documented short commings the most will stay. MVS- Drops/ Claypool-Effort/ Hamler-Health.

Well, the best part is in every room the center of the room is like new because he refuses to go over the middle of the floor.

They have Clapp at center and David Edwards at LG. That's cute.

I think Babich is going to be a really good DC. Kind of surprised he chose to stay here and be under McDermott rather than branch out and work for an offensive minded HC. But I think he's got a really bright future and a path to be a HC one day if he desires.

This is what I think as well. And in 2 years they will draft Davis's replacement. They have shown this is what they like to do at RB in the past with Singletary. That said Cook is a good back. He'll find someone to pay him well if he keeps being productive. The drops, fumbles and mediocre pass blocking skills leave him below elite level, however.

I figured the definitely wanted some competition for Martin in TC. Signing Haack meant they could do that if they didn't pick one or land one as an unrestricted FA after the draft. After landing a guy after the draft that not only means Haack lost his spot to a guy that never played football before in Stevenson...but he was also 3rd on the depth chart...at Punter. Not sure which is more embarrassing.

Dodging a bullet here. Hoping the UDFA punter makes the team. Youger/cheaper with kicking crossover.

Looks like we made it through another week! One week closer to the Bills/Cardinals home opener and the first (possible) step to Super Bowl Glory. And again, I give kudos to those that asked some really thoughtful and thought provoking questions this week. Still, many more topics that can be covered. Looking forward to it. For this week's Friday question of the day I would like to keep it easy and light. One of my personal favorite questions to ask people is simply "why". For many it's just something you're born into through family. For others it's a geographic thing. Yet others are fans of this team and have no ties to the area. No family that roots for the Bills. So the question of the day is: What led to you being a Buffalo Bills fan? For me, I actually have my Mom to thank for it. She was a single mother in the 80s when it wasn't as widely normal to be such. With me at home she was raising a little boy with no male role model in the picture. She wanted me to have as normal an upbringing as other boys, so one thing she did was learn everything she possibly could about football. And I grew up every Sunday with Sunday Sauce on the stove and the Bills game on watching football with my mother. She actually grew to be a big Bills fan and even took me to my first game. She let me pick 2 friends from school to bring and we were off to see the Joe Ferguson and the Bills take on the Jets. One of my fondest memories of childhood was during that game as I watched my Ma make a Jets fan that was being loud and obnoxious actually tear up and leave the game in the 3rd quarter. Yup. That was my Mom. She's been gone now for almost 28 years, and WHEN the Bills finally hoist that Lombardi, she will be the first person I think of. So, what's your story? What are you the way you are (a Bills fan, in this case).

For the most part I agree with you here. However, fair to also remember that this time last year I believe he had some calf muscle injuries that were a "nothing burger" and went on to snap his ACL in 4 snaps. There comes a point in a large number of players careers that their body has taken enough punishment and doesn't bounce back the same. Injuries are easier to reinjure and one problem leads to another. And playing on that crap surface they have at MetLife doesn't help matters. Will be a miracle if he makes it through the season.

Before going on a rant you may want to dive into what is being said about the topic. Literally was quoting someone that said he hopes he's one of the early cuts. That's rooting he fails. Literally. So, yeah your whole reply is complete and utter nonsense. Have a great day!

Coach: Steve Fairchild. Former OC in 2006-2007. Absolutely zero point in his whole offense. Zero game awareness. He is the only coach that could make Nate Hackett look like a Andy Reid out there. Just a terrible OC. Player: Jerry Hughes. Like the guy. Disliked the penalties (some deserved some questionable) that he seemed to attract. And strongly disliked the whole "pressures are as good as sacks" argument that would spring up every year.

Is going to be? That's not certain. Could he be on that offense? Sure. But here's the thing I do know...Pearsall was there when we traded. If Beane saw his value up and above the guys he had high on his board they likely stick and pick. It's all a crap shoot at this point.