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Or be roster player #55.

^ Yes. The new guys would likely beat out Foster, Duke and McKenzie in a “normal” training camp and pre-season. But this one will be different and WR is not easy to learn. We get 2 more roster spots going as it goes up to 55. I think we know that QB3 is Fromm, do we add a CB/WR/ O/L. ?

We got him At 54. The “concern” was some of his scores on his combine grades. They questioned his athleticism. In high school in Illinois he was a basketball star, a football star, and the State Track and Field Discus Champion. WTF. He is an athlete. He plays Football like a beast. He belongs on our team. So happy we got him.

I keep looking at his film and I like him even more. He is a physical beast and He really compliments Singletary well. I would love it if we could impose our will on teams by running. I known the game has changed -“evolved” - but 2 backs that could hurt another team is nice to have.

If he plays as good as Simmons did then we made an excellent pick. I like this kid. I would love to see him have a long and rewarding career here.

I like him too. He is a football player.

Oh yes, it is 55. If your going to keep 2 more then why not QB3 (Fromm) and maybe another CB? McD likes having CBs that know the system and are ready.

The special teams return man, Andre, could take either Foster or McKenzie’s spot. McKenzie has been the more consistent of the two. Foster is an enigma. The Covid situation could make it harder for the rookies to show their skills and learn the offense. So that has to be considered.

I like the way he looks on film. Plays hard. Could make the 53 or the PS for more development.

But, but, but, what about Duke?

I took some heat last week when I mentioned drafting a QB in later rounds. We need a backup. Let’s see what he does. Right now we are a team on the rise that still has not won a playoff game, therefore every position is up for grabs every year.

Espinosa the jockey?

If you are good enough then you play. If Duke wasn’t playing - or even dressing for games - then maybe, just maybe, he is not that good. Many rookie WR’s see limited action. This kid could be our #4, with upside, and with red zone possibilities, and maybe even a gunner in punts.

Maybe the Director Equipment Management, a good friend of Kelly Pegula, convinced Kim “no long hyphenated names”. A solid cost cutting measure. Or, it could be because Beane wanted this guy?

If this kid shows anything “The Legend of Duke” will likely be over.

Grading the draft is fun but meaningless. I think we drafted two solid players that will help us right now. That’s at least a B. Long term who knows?

Let’s not. Trading all your picks to move up in round 4 is not smart. There are plenty of good players in rounds 4 and 5. Matt Milano and a Taron Johnson are key players for us - 5th round picks. The draft is like a lottery. The more tickets, the more chances to hit on a player. Late round players have low odds but it’s not at all unheard of to find good players. Brady was a 6th round pick.

Ok. I’m glad you feel that way. I need to see the progress. I think the OL is decent and will get better.

I hope so and it could very well happen.

Ok. Dawkins will earn his extension then. Beane will decide. Spain pass blocks very well. Now move people for the run. He is not strong at this aspect Morse is good. But he cost a lot of $$. Jon is fierce. And adequate most of the time Ford needs to develop and is a key. We traded up , and gave up a pick to get him. If he is not a RT he is an RG. Our line was good. When they play great I’ll say it. But not until they do.

While I agree that the 2019 line was decent, it was not necessarily a powerhouse. But better than previous years. Dawkins may or may not be a franchise LT. This season will tell. Spain is adequate. Not great. Morse is big money but I would rather spend that money elsewhere. Jon F is ok. Better backup than a starter. RT - Ford needs to take over and dominate as a 2nd rounder should; or he moves to gaurd and the pick is questioned since we moved up to get him.

... but sometimes you do and you don’t give a ***** about a 6/7 rounder.

You can’t see the forest through the trees. That’s to bad.

Ok, he doesn’t make us faster. He should make us stronger. Good pick. A complimentary back to Singletary.

Yes. For Buffalo to win and advance in the playoffs we need home field advantage. We play in cold and snow. A solid DE that gets to the passer PLUS stops the run is invaluable in our house. This kid could be that player that makes a difference in that environment. I am happy with the pick.