BeastMaster

I agree that I don't see a ton of hate on these boards in regards to Allen. What I do see is a ton of hate by media...particularly ESPN. It's fine to have doubts still, and I can understand why some would. He shows inaccuracy at times, and his deep ball wasn't very good. Those are things that will draw criticism and rightfully so. But I look at it from the perspective that he wasn't in a good college program...as evidenced by his first season with Bills compared to his second season. What we saw was clear evidence that a solid coaching staff can help him make major strides. So with that in mind, and the belief that improvement should continue...especially with upgrades to his line and receivers, let's look at the other parts of his game like his toughness and running ability. He's a serious goal line and short yardage weapon. He's a leader on and off the field, and he is determined to work to improve his game. So while some see the flaws and hold onto the narrative that was given to him coming into the league, I see a kid that should only get better and that has given me no reason to believe he will not continue to get better and lead this team to a championship.

Lots of them? Not a chance, my friend.

There's also sentiment out there that Hopkins is losing a step and his practice habits are less than ideal, while Diggs is an extremely hard worker. Just what I've seen reported...

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Says alot about him to me.

It's only a matter of when, not if with this guy. Not a big fan of bringing in oft injured players, but we'll see what we get from him...

Deep balls are the one pass that I'm ok with Josh leaving up enough for both the WR and the DB to make a play on it. It's basically a punt if the DB gets it, but it's huge if our guy comes up with it. If Allen was throwing the deep ball with the intention of defenders not having a chance to make a play on it, then I think that's the wrong way to look at it. Give your guy a chance. If the defender is somehow able to make a play on it, oh well.

Cincy will never do it because the owner is too cheap to pay 3 first round picks

Also don't ignore the Miami life becoming the undoing of a career

I understand where this post is coming from, and I also have some reservations about this signing. I also see the possible positives. I think they are gonna show them what they did with Phillip's and tell him they can get the best out of him as well. He has the tools, and they had a chance to evaluate him his rookie season, so they must like him as a fit for what they wanna do. Now I also see another Carolina defensive linemen getting paid more than what he appears to have shown he deserves, and he was a bust in Carolina...that is a concern. I am choosing to believe in McDermott, Beane, and our Dline coach that they will get him to play to his potential, but it could definitely be another Star situation where he doesn't live up to his contract.

I think getting Hopkins or Diggs would've made his decision a bit tougher, but I don't necessarily think it would've got him to stay there.

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This dude is cooked. Let him mail it in on someone else's dime

He's rumored to be getting offers less than 5, so no worries

Cut a guy we traded a first rounder for? Yikes!

One year guaranteed so he can test market again would seem like a good deal

Are we still clinging to this farce that we gave up a "boatload" for Diggs? That's the first falsehood. The rest is even more nonsense

True story. Whoever said that value would work is a moron

Anyone got anything on Reader? We really need to land this guy

Belicheck has always been the mastermind there. They could absolutely be better this season if he finds the right QB.

We only really give up a late first rounder for the major piece that we've been searching for which in turn will make Allen, Smoke, Beasley, Knox, and Singletary better. They couldn't have done any better, and there will likely be nobody at pick 22 that will be a dominant player...certainly not the caliber of Diggs. Making the move to contend now is also a factor and I love it. It's definitely time, and it all fits together perfectly.

Oh...and you gotta pony up if you want a top playmaker in the game, unless you are dealing with a fool like Bill O Brien. It takes draft capital to land a stud like Diggs, and we had it to use for our biggest need, and to help Josh and let Smoke thrive in a role opposite of Diggs. The offense should now function incredibly well

You are wrong. Diggs makes tough contested catches all over the field and has some incredible moves after the catch. He is also very good at plucking the ball out of the air. It's a very good fit

A 4th rounder next year dampened your excitement? Incredible

I'm fine with it up to a point. With four years left, he doesn't have a ton of leverage.