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Well said. Dallas can deny all they want, but their pick was going to be Kincaid. NFL GMs (not just Beane) have a good pulse of who teams are targeting in the first few rounds, after that becomes team specific needs/roster depth/etc. Beane specifically said he thought Chargers would be drafting Dalton. Bills brass was not expecting this guy to slide to 25, let alone past Dallas

Settle underwhelmed LY, and Phillips is a high injury risk each year. Ed is their best 3-T, I'd be shocked if they are looking to shop him.

Lol, different positions. Ford played out of position in 2022, Pete Carrol admitted as much. He was used as a 3-T and 5-T, basically similar to Quenton Jefferson. He is much better suited at the 1-T (but can play both spots for us). Very very good signing by Beane. Seattle's mistake is a benefit for us getting him at a lower contract. Him and Daquan should make life alot easier for our LB crew/more versatile to beef up on early downs

I'd add 1 "nugget" to your list, and that's in regard to Justin Shorter. Listening to Beanes comments, and his post draft presser, he made a point to say Shorter "has a path to getting a jersey" (making the 53). Great replacement for Kumerow on S/T, and a different trait/body type WR to add into the mix. I could see some Robert Foster-esque use at some point this year

I think we've had multiple "stints", with 5 DTs and 5 DEs, on the 53 man roster LY. Then times we called up Bryant/Ankou/etc from the P/S. But either way, the key is that we've needed to utilize a 5th DT because of injuries. Good chance that trend continues, and we're probably looking to find a better backup at 1-technique. I think we stay in contact with some of the Vet DEs, while we monitor Vons progress to return. If he is to miss time early, PUP or worse, then I'd see us investing a bit more (Ngakwoue type). Otherwise, I think we're set...a signing could also spark some debate if we try moving on from AJE.

I'd like that too, but we have the equivalent of a Natty Light budget right now. So I think Ngakaoue is likely too expensive as well. I'd expect: Poona Ford and possibly a RB like Murray. I'm not expecting any moves over $2m, and likely rules out trying to make any "upgrades" but focused more on depth

That's wild, certainly possible. Afc south is going to be unpredictable/highly volatile though (outside of JAX)...I'd put HOU as a bottom 6 team overall for sure. Demeco has been around plenty of elite pass rushers, so he knows what he's looking for, and if Anderson becomes the next Bosa...then that's a fair deal for Hou. Btw, I know you saw Beanes post draft presser. His final response to Mookies question, re: if Bills looking to add vet playmakers for Josh. I think that was a playful way of shutting down any remaining Dhop gossip, but that's just me. Beane is probably getting annoyed at this point with being asked and having to continually respond that they're cash strapped (and likely using any remaining $$$s on vet dline)

From Beanes post draft presser, sounds like they have a vet in mind...could be signed as early as next week (after May 2nd doesn't hurt comp pick formula for 2024).

Rams took the RB that I thought we'd be interested in....guess not. liked Evans vision/fit in our backfield

traded out

Zach Evans or Eli Ricks would be great right now

I thought Zach Evans would be a 5th rounder, he'd be a nice add at this point. Also a fan of Eli Ricks, specifically his high traits/potential. Former 5-star recruit, has ideal length and press/zone scheme versatile.

Kincaid is a TE/WR hybrid, he's basically a big slot. and re:Dhop, I was responding to another poster, who told me we were trading for him Thursday night. Of course the narrative on Dhop will continue to change....smart money is on him being moved, but again that doesn't mean we are trading for him.

Hmmm, this aged really well!? OR OR OR did I miss something You didn't watch the draft?

@Buffalo03, i think Beane might have agreed

You don't think teams doubled Diggs, prior to Cincy game? Cincy didn't double him all game either. I saw weakness areas, Cincy game and all season: 1. Slot/underneath reliable target 2. OG play 3. DT play, Cincy game only - footing and Daquan missing 4. Def playcalling - Cincy game mostly Beane has addressed #1 and 2 above. Clearly we have other potential areas of weakness (MLB) now, but think Coach calling defense is a huge upgrade. Then you have all the cap $ issues, trying to get Dhop.

Let's all wait and see how Coach uses these guys, before we get too upset. If Frazier was still coaching this defense, I'd 100% agree. But I'm expecting a more creative/hybrid defensive looks, as you mention (mostly on passing downs). It's good to have highly athletic LBs that can cover/blitz

Thanks @GunnerBill, excellent post as always! 1. Oline identity: Agree there isn't much of an identity, but do think they have more scheme versatile guys than we give credit for. But bottom line (regardless of scheme/identity), they are trying to find OGs that can "anchor" the middle on pass pro and get enough movement to generate a better inside run game. Beane specifically mentioned McGoverns ability to anchor/pass pro, and that's also a high quality for Torrence. 2. Williams pick: 100% agree he looks the part of Milano, and perhaps indicates some more 4-3/big nickle looks. Nobody should expect McD to run back the same cover 2/all 4-2-5 def looks that Frazier ran. Coach is going to be more aggressive/creative, and this adds an athletic piece to the options. Great mention of Zo's use, think we can get back to more rotational LB looks this season (Milano 3 downs, rotate others) 3. Remaining draft: 1 thing I know is Beane/Coach like to add a secondary player each draft. And they've been mostly successful with late rounders...leads me to think CB is 1 pick today. I'd like to see a 1-tech DT drafted, but there are a few WR prospects that might be better value. I'll guess we draft a CB and DT today (super bold 😁)

Sounds very possible. @HappyDays posted this "inside info" in @GunnerBill thread though. Maybe not as clearly stated about Jordan, but Bills were obviously interested and highly speculated by many "close reporters" of being a potential trade up option. Albert Breer posted the potential Bills/Titans trade on twitter Friday night too, so that sounds legit. All in all, I'd have been happy with either player. Like I said, and others said too, in the Hopkins thread, this team needed a better underneath/slot option and improved OG play....seems like Beane nailed that. I'd been hapoy with Kincaid or Addison, both should have very good careers.

Thanks again, great job so far with your analysis and research! What are your thoughts on Ika (DT Baylor)? Would seem to be a good fit, backup 1-tech this yr, then take over in 2024 for Daquan

Too early for Siaki Ika, Dt (Baylor)? Seems like a need, 1-tech DT that can take on double teams. He had a disappointing combine, but he'd be a nice guy to rotate with Daquan and take over as a starter in 2024. This also helps alleviate some MLB pressure. He or another DT is good with me

Awesome job again! Do you have a 3rd round draft board ready?

Getting salty around here 😁 Chaos is just putting out his "board", did hit on both picks, with who was left to draft from.

If Josh Downs is still there at our pick, he will be tough to pass up. Hyatt too, but I'm more about what Downs could bring to our slot/RAC ability.

Yes, he and Tank Dell