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Let's dig a little further here. Diggs is excellent and I'd be foolish to say otherwise. However, let's look at Diggs the playoff WR. Clearly, his production falls off dramatically. Why? One big factor is because teams double Diggs and take him out of the game. We've seen this time after time. Davis burned the Chiefs two years ago. However, Davis was mostly an after thought and a WR 3/4 at that time. Davis as a WR2 doesn't exactly scare defenses. He's an average WR2 at best. Pointing to 800 yards of production only gives you limited insight. There are many other stats that aren't as glowing. No need to rehash them. Davis doesn't suck but I'd advocate an upgrade was needed. Davis as a WR3 would be much more viable. The rest of the WRs are nothing to sneeze about. Bunch of recycled players that hopefully can be productive. Others are young and unproven. I just don't see this WR core as a strength of the team. Nor do I see it as a weakness. It's middling. I have my doubts if it's good enough to compete for a deep playoff run. Then again Mahomes won it all on one leg and a subpar WR group. The real out for the Bills is Allen, Dorsey, and the oline. Allen can make this mediocre core of WRs better. I have no doubt the Bills offense will be productive but that's mostly because of Allen. Dorsey has to put Allen in the best positions to succeed.

I wouldn't say the Bills are deep at the WR position. There are a lot of unknowns. The quality of the Bills WRs seem questionable after Diggs. A lot of guys will have to improve and step up their game. That certainly can happen. On paper, I would say the Bills WR core looks average. Allen can make average WRs look very good though. Personally, I wish the Bills upgraded the position more. Kicking the can with guys like Isabella and Harry don't get me excited whatsoever. It was last year.

Bills bring in another difference maker! Yet, OBJ and Dhop are signed elsewhere. Beane knows more then us. Guess we have to trust the process.

Any interest on both sides of him becoming a Bills coach? I wouldn't hate that.

I'm not sure how relevant the last ten games vs Miami are. I think it's much more accurate to look at last year in a vacuum sort of speak. Why? Tua basically was in play only last year. With him they are clearly a different team and much more difficult to beat. It appears his teammates play hard for him and believe in him. If Tua is healthy (granted a big if) they will likely be a tough out. Also, you have to consider the Miami coach as well. First year coach who looked to be more than capable of leading his team to many wins. Lastly, you have to really examine the Bills three games vs Miami last year. It's pretty disingenuous to say the Bills should have won all three games. Everyone of those games were down to the wire. They truly could have gone either way. If memory serves me right, the Bills won one of those games on a controversial 4th call by coach McDaniels. Many thought that call blew the game for Miami. Additionally, the Bills playoff win was another great battle. Right down to the final play. In short, the Dolphins are more than capable of beating the Bills. Last year pretty much sums that up. I can totally see a split of 1 to 1.

Agree on the flier comment. We've seen a lot of them in recent years. From a washed up Smoke and Beasley to always injuried Crowder to a Tavon Austin. Now it's Isabella and NKeal Harry. Yet, they let Hodgins get away. How good would he look in a Bills uniform now. Gabe is by far better than any of the above. You are 100% correct. I'm foolish but not that foolish to disagree here. Is Gabe good enough as a WR2? I suspect many think he is. That's where I disagree. Last year, wasn't a glowing example. Of course, we will see what develops this year. Obviously, Gabe is slotted as the WR2. As for me, that doesn't sit well. Feel free to disagree. I wanted an upgrade. Beane had to make several hard decisions and prioritize team needs with team cap issues. Getting Gabe on the cheap this year certainly helps. Next year is a whole different animal. Perhaps a more healthy Davis in a contract year might elevate his game to another level. In the meantime, let us Bills fans have our fantasies about a 1% WR hitting it big in a Bills uniform. After all, don't we all wish for hitting the lottery... I'm excited to see what Shakir's role will be on the team. He certainly didn't get much playing time. He did look to be solid when he got his limited opportunities. I'm way more excited about his than Gabe. I hope he gets the chance to be the WR2. Davis would be much better as a WR3.

Nice breakdown Gunner. I think your assessment is accurate. Gabe is going to get paid. The WR market is extremely costly for teams. I believe a team will over pay for him. Will it be the Bills? As for me, I believe Gabe is replaceable. I don't see him as a difference maker. He's a nice WR 3/4. It doesn't hurt that he's likeable and by all accounts a hard worker. I believe Allen absolutely makes him better. Of course a lot will depend on how Davis plays this year. BB certainly seems to be infatuated with him. Money will again be tight. At this point, I'm not convinced Gabe is worth that type of salary. Bills fans certainly seem to gravitate towards Gabe.

I disagree here with regards to Davis. Firstly, he was injuried throughout the early to middle part of the season. All indications were he was relatively healthy for a large part of the season; especially the latter half and playoffs. Frankly, during this time he was nothing special and average at best. Secondly, Davis has limited upside due to his weaknesses. Not quick off the line of scrimmage and stiffer hips. That's exactly why he was a low draft selection. That's why he will likely never be more than an average WR2. In short, his upside is limited. Lastly, I don't believe Davis is worth a big contract in the neighborhood of 15 mil.

Big drop off at the WR position after Diggs. Everyone of those guys are replaceable and interchangeable. Just shows you how good Allen is with a mediocre WR core.

Another great addition to the Bills WR core. Not sure who is going to be odd man out.

One word. ALLEN. He is that good. John, I think you could be the coach and have similar results.

WR2 position is open too. After Diggs there's a huge drop off. The Bills WR core isn't anything scary. Dhop or OBJ would have put a little fear in opposing g defenses. Instead BB decided to allocate his money elsewhere.

You don't think the Bills great coaching staff with Allen can't elevate his game? You can't teach speed. I can see him being a TD maker. Something like 40 catches 500 yards and 7 TDs. Maybe not a game changer but I quality WR.

Bills, Lions, and Cowboys all miss the playoffs.

Any more Buffalo moves?

Think Marquise Goodwin here. Allen can utilize his speed as a weapon. Dorsey will scheme him open. Beane has a plan here. Trust the process fans. I agree. I'd rather have Dhop here than any of those guys the Bills signed as a result. I am in the corner of wanting Dhop. Disappointed Beane chose not to.

Speed wins! I have confidence Beane knows what he's doing. One or more of these guys should produce at a high level. The Bills coaching staff and schemes will help these guys excell. Lastly, Allen can make these guys great! Trust the process. Heck, he can even be a legit WR2 for the team.

Bengal fans should have some relief. Mahomes won a SB on one leg.

He can be the Gabe Davis in the Chiefs playoff game. A deep threat and multiple TD games.

Don't you remember Isabella catching bombs for TDs? Allen would likely have him reach his full potential. I believe the Bills can coach him up. His full potential can be reached with Allen and Dorsey. He was a 2nd rounder for a reason. He's young and full of uncorked potential.

Isabella can be a game changer. Get it done Beane.

Exactly how you can lose a season in July. Referring to another thread.

No learning curve? Wow.

Injuries is it. Bills already lost their elite special teams kick and punt return specialist.

They can be lost in July. Hell yes! Can't wait to see Allen and Diggs hoist that Lombardi. This seems like the year barring no serious injuries.