ProcessTheTrust

If following the offseason closely every year has taught me anything, it's that the pre-draft experts are always right. Their player evals, their mocks...spot on every time. Because of that, I get upset when they share things I don't agree with because I know their projections are gospel. Someday, I hope to maybe have a crumb of their wisdom in trying to form coherent thoughts on my own.

Someday in the not-too-distant future, Kim Pegula will be interviewed, asked what it took to turn to the corner to finally being the Lombardi to Buffalo. "Well, you could point to Beane and McDermott coming and rebuilding with a new culture, but I'll tell ya, it was more than that. On a fateful day in Feb 2018, a guy posted on a Bills message board that Terry and I needed to hire this guy that was a guest on radio show. It was unclear who this person was, when they appeared, and exactly what they had to say, but it was our historic turning point. From that day, we had all our interns comb every interview with the past 2 weeks of that post and eventually we found it. He of course is that guy you now all know and love, no need for even naming him here. So to that board poster who sent the message, sir, it was received like a beacon and we credit the building of our new dynasty to that cryptic post".

Some posts bring out the worst side of my sarcasm. This would be one of those posts. In an effort to overcome that tendancy, I'll simply ask: 1. What makes you think this way? Are you just counter-culture at heart? 2. Knowing QB is the glaring need and considering this franchise has historically drafted RBs in years we didn't need one and still needed a QB, again, what makes a person come to this conclusion? I'm earnestly trying to understand your train of thought.

Just catching up on this thread. Recap: "A guy said a thing. YOU all go online and find it" Correct?

Maybe it's just missing a comma? Here, me out (I'm coming out of the closet)....also, let's talk QB The possibilities are endless!

*Yo'ureh

I here ya but I think we need a better QB hear. They'res no whey we don't draught a good one, no what I mean?

Ah, another QB gem from the 2013 draft class. Not only unable to produce any legit starters, but arguably also not even able to provide decent #2's. One of the all time worst years for QBs

Yeah, this pretty much destroys the OPs stretch attempt to make his point. Sounds like it went like most would have imagined...laughs and drought hero nostalgia.

I hear ya, but I'm talking in terms of doubts about game transitioning to the pros. A lot of people were torn between whether Watson was really that good or did MWilliams make him look that good. Watson made a lot of plays that left most scratching their heads wondering if it would work in the NFL. Hindsight makes it obvious but I'm sure a little pre 2017 draft digging would find very few thinking he was worth a first round pick.

I think the Watson comparison is the best...meaning if he has that "IT" factor that translates in the pros, he's gonna make a lot of teams regret not picking him. However, there's just no way to know till he's in the fire. Even the Texans thought Watson wasn't ready till Savage made it impossible to not take the chance.

I don't agree with the OP's premise but it made me think of this:

Reading this in a typical Whiner Line voice makes it almost funny.

Tyrod sucks. Glennon sucks. I'm heading back to the new trainer and video director squabble. #offseason

By "unique" I don't mean I'm overlooking his very small stature/frame. But as a pure playmaker, the kid showed promise. I remember being at that Browns game when he came in for Hoyer and he was an instant jolt of energy. Made it seem like he might pull it through. And then the Kyle pancake, haha!

Personally, I wish him the best. If he sincerely has learned from his mistakes and can manage his newly found bi-polar diagnosis, he would be an incredible comeback story. He certainly is a unique talent on the field. Unless he ends up in our division. Then I hope he crumbles, haha

Solid hire for sure. And (maybe) an insurance policy in case Daboll is a complete disaster. Not saying he will be, but I think about how awful Dennison was, when I wished we canned him mid-season and realized we had no one who could take over the play calling. At least the old guy has some OC experience, too.

Step 1: Get your franchise QB. Your face of the team for years to come Step 2: Fill in the holes with remaining picks and FA. If you luck out and make the playoffs right away, bonus. Making the playoffs this year bought this regime time to rebuild in the right order. Finally!!!

I lean toward the possible step back as well. Hinges on whether they upgrade at QB, if Watson is healthy in time, and if Reich and Vrabel have strong rookie campaigns. That's gonna be a tough division.

Yeah, I watched that the other day. So incredible. Give us that recap for every game all offseason!

Please rename thread to proper title: "GulliBILLS Fan Test"

Does it get any better than watching the Mic'd up stuff? It would be a dream come true if the NFL would release full game recaps like this all offseason. Fill up the offseason with re-living the prior year in-depth instead of spending too much time watching neutral threads turn into silly debates

I do agree relationships matter. However, let's just play along with the idea. Would he use any ounce of influence to give a discount to the team that didn't give him a shot to he a HC? Add on the fact that he isn't looking to give favors to a potential conference rival. Again, I get the premise but I'm not seeing it here.

Congrats to Frank!

If this was another thing trying to relive glory days, you would have a point. But this is just a well wishing post for one of our all time greats. If you didn't expect the reaction you are getting, that's fine. Use this as a gauge for the future?