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I know exactly what you mean! I've always loved the "sexy pick". That year there wasn't any sexier pick than Willis. He made all this Matt Jones hoopla look like nothing. With what was available at that time, I didn't think there was a better choice to be made. If Michael Haynes or another DE would have fallen, then I would have been upset if we went with Willis. But I couldn't have been happier when we picked him and my family wanted to crucify me.

I was just thinking of this board the day of the 2003 draft. I'll never forget the guy who posted: "I want to be the first to welcome Kelley Washington to the Buffalo Bills." And i'll never forget the COUNTLESS people screaming: "NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!" and "We're Doomed!" When we drafted McGahee. I especially enjoyed the people who posted before round 2 began: "Why the hell would we draft an injured RB over Chris Kelsay?!" I don't know why I thought of it today, but that was some funny stuff. I'd say Willis turned out alright

I strongly disagree with almost everything. I only mildly disagree with others. The Bills were unhappy with their RB's behind Willis. They drafted Lionel Gates and signed ReShard Lee. That alone makes Shaud expendable. But I see them signing another RB as well because ReShard Lee is no veteran. He came from the same draft as Willis and is no real upgrade from Gates or Lee. Anthony Thomas was the veteran they wanted. But something didn't work out during or after the visit. Now I see them waiting until someone gets cut. I liked Shaud last year and obviously so did you. But the way I see it, we'll have Willis, Lee, Gates, Another veteran, and Williams. I don't see us keeping more than 3 on the active roster. Maybe Aiken stays on. But why in the blue hell would we keep Reed on the roster? The best he'd be is a #4 behind Moulds, Evans, and Parrish. His performance has proven only that he deserves his walking papers. The drafting of Parrish secured that fate. If Rian Lindell isn't going to be cut, then why do we have two other kickers on the roster and are most likely adding a third? Why else would we have been pursuing Doug Brien? Why were we (allegedly) trying to trade up for Mike Nugent?

I don't know much about Kevin Thompson. I HATE Shane Matthews though! I put him as #3 only because TD loves the guy for some reason. The dude didn't even show up for mini-camp and even though we re-signed him, he's still "unsure" as to whether or not he wants to play. I'd love to see almost anyone in here over him but like I said, TD loves the guy. As for William Green, the guy had issues a couple years back. He stayed out of trouble last year. I think if we signed him and let him know he's out the door if he pulls any crap, he should be fine. I met him last year and the guy finally seemed to have his head on straight and was very nice. I think he deserves a shot on another team. Justin Bannan is going to be switched back to DT. This was commented on by TD during the draft day press conferences. Honestly, he has always done a whole lot of nothing on that line. I think that's why they tried him on the OL. He's expendable at both spots IMO Thanks for the info on Simon. I'll have to look through some video tapes of Phili games last year. It's all good man. Sorry I blew up like that. I know what you mean about people overestimating his worth. I've seen a lot of RIDICULOUS trade ideas being thrown around. I just didn't think mine was that bad. Teague at LT? That's an interesting scenario. I could see it by season's end if Preston really shows something and Gandy doesn't.

LMAO I never heard that story before. That's some crazy stuff!

Why does that sound unrealistic? The Eagles are in the same boat we are in with Travis. Travis is worth a whole helluva lot more than a 5th rounder (Tennessee's offer). The Eagles expressed interest in Henry. The Eagles have Simon on the trading block and ARE looking to deal him. He's going to go for less than he's worth on a trade just like Henry. I hate people who look down on others with sarcastic comments Bill. Especially when the comment doesn't make sense.

Make this post stop! TD is Satan for making this post have the staying power it does.

Okay how about Eddie George, Dorsey Levens, or Garrison Hearst? Combined age of a million and skill vanishing by the second

Oh, I cut him Sorry about that, I didn't put him down. I liked Shaud Williams. But with Buffalo drafting Gates, signing Lee, and openly stating that they want a veteran backup; I just figured he'd be shown the door.

Here goes: QB: J.P. Losman Kelly Holcomb Shane Matthews RB: Willis McGahee William Green ReShard Lee - Daimon Shelton Joe Burns WR: Eric Moulds Lee Evans Roscoe Parrish Jonathan "Fast Freddie" Smith Tony Brown TE: (Kevin Everett) Mark Campbell Tim Euhus Jason Peters (HB) OL: Mike Gandy (LT) Bennie Anderson (LG) Trey Teague (Center) Chris Villarial (RG) Mike Williams (RT) - Raymond Preston Justin Geisinger Ross Tucker Dylan McFarland Lawrence Smith DE: Aaron Schobel Chris Kelsay Ryan Denney George Gause DT: Sam Adams Corey Simon Tim Anderson Ron Edwards Lauvale Sape LB: Takeo Spikes London Fletcher Jeff Posey Angelo Crowell Mario Haggan Josh Stamer CB: Nate Clements Terrence McGee Eric King Kevin Thomas Jabari Greer S: Lawyer Milloy Troy Vincent Coy Wire Rashad Baker ST: Matt Payne (K) Brian Moorman (P) Jon Dorenbas (LS) Surprising Camp Cuts: Josh Reed Sam Aiken Ryan Neufeld Ben Sobieski Justin Bannan Rian Lindell Shaud Williams Explanations: William Green? - Cleveland does not like him. He has done little for them in the starting role. He is a talented back who would do well surrounded by quality players that do not exist there. With newly signed Reuben Droughns and Lee Suggs on the roster, William Green will be released. ReShard Lee will do well on special teams and as a reserve RB, but Green would flourish as Willis' "change of pace" compliment. Rookie Lionel Gates will be a project and will sit a year on the taxi squad. WR's - Moulds and Evans are amazing WR's. Jonathan Smith did nothing but produce in his rookie year and I don't understand why everyone thinks he will be released after one year. The argument of "Parrish and Evans our are speed recievers, thus making "Fast Freddie" obsolete" is ridiculous! So what he's fast too? I didn't realize this was bad; as a matter of fact I was under the assumption that it was a good thing! Josh Reed and Sam Aiken were the WR's who were not performing. Aiken has little speed and has only proven is that he can drop a ball. They will both be shown the door in favor of Roscoe Parrish and undrafted free agent, Tony Brown; with whom Tyke Tolbert seems to be high on. Staying put with our OL - We couldn't re-sign Jonas. Even if TD actively pursued it, there's no way we'd pay him the amount San Fran paid for him. I don't think there's a member on this board that would agree with what they paid. Mike Gandy is the tackle we signed. He's a pretty big downgrade from Jonas. I agree with everyone who is freaking out; stating that "We MUST sign a LT!". Unfortunately, there isn't anybody out there who is any better than what we already have. The argument of "wait until someone get's cut" is pretty naive. Who is going to get cut? Kenyatta Walker? He's a good Right Tackle, but I don't see him as much of an upgrade from Gandy at Left. What team is going to cut loose a good LT? No one. McNally is high on Gandy and seems to think if he's healthy, he's a damn good tackle. Bennie Anderson is a big upgrade from Lawrence Smith. So you take the upgrade at LG, combine it with a mobile QB, and Gandy should do just fine. Especially with McNally coaching. Staying put with our TE's - From what i've been reading, Everett's tear wasn't bad. A clean tear on one ligament and we could have him back by mid-season. When Campbell's on top of his game, he's a very good TE. Tim Euhus has shown moments of glory as well. I see no reason why they won't be ready by the start of the season. Take those two and set Peters up as the H-Back at times and we'll have no need to get another TE. Especially if there's a possibility that Kevin will be back. Corey Simon? - This is probably the biggest reach of the whole thing. But it's been rumored by a few people and sites, and I don't see why it's so far fetched. Especially if you figure that TD's sitting on around $6 mil in cap figures and there's no LT available worth breaking the bank on or a 1st round pick to sign. Tim Anderson may be ready very soon. But I don't see him being able to step in and fill Pat Williams shoes in one year with little playing time. Not to mention, Sam Adams won't be here for very long. He's entering his 12th season in the league and his contract will be up in 2007. The Eagles have already replaced Corey Simon by drafting Mike Patterson in the first round. They've made it no secret that they are looking to ship their franchise player. They've also made it no secret that they want Travis. Simon isn't getting many bites from suitors. Teams aren't willing to give up much of anything for him. Especially since he won't come cheap and everyone knows that Phili MUST get rid of him. I think we should give them Travis and a 4th or 5th rounder next year for him. This way we'll have our "upgrades" on offense and not miss a beat on defense. Matt Payne? - It's been reported pretty much everywhere that Matt Payne will be signing with Buffalo very soon. Can he do much worse than Lindell? I think not. With us pursuing Doug Brien last week, pursuing Payne, and already having 3 kickers on the roster; Lindell is as good as gone. And I couldn't be happier! So what does everyone think? I don't think anything's really that unrealistic. I'd be happy with this team going into the opener. Give me feedback!

Um..... i'm a little confused as to how this post about Travis Henry transformed into an RJ rant. Anyways, where did you hear this?

Come on, somebody reply After looking at the entire NFL roster and what's left of free agents, I compiled this list of possibilities: Quentin Griffin/Ron Dayne (One of them will be cut with Bell and Clarett on roster) William Green/Lee Suggs (One of them will be cut with Reuben Droughns on roster) Onterrio Smith (Should be cut, but has problems) Dorsey Levens (UFA) Amos Zeroue (UFA) Eddie George (UFA) Garrison Hearst (UFA) Brian Westbrook (RFA)

I think he'll be a good guy to have on special teams. He'll also be a good guy to have as RB #3 with Lionel Gates on the practice squad. But I don't think he's our replacement for Travis.

It's already been reported on here. I think if we sign Payne on top of having Joe Rheem and Owen Pochman on the roster, Rian Lindell is as good as gone.

Are we really to buy ReShard Lee, a guy who went undrafted the same year we picked Willis; as TH's replacement? He has potential and was a collegiate star, but he's not much of an upgrade from Shaud Williams and has fumbling problems. I was looking at Denver's roster today and noticed the insane amount of RB's that they have: Tatum Bell Maurice Clarett Quentin Griffin Ron Dayne They signed Ron Dayne earlier this year in hopes of turning his career around and I don't see them just signing him for a couple months and cutting him. They're not going to cut their cash cow ERRRR 3rd round pick Maurice Clarett or their starter and top pick last year, Tatum Bell. I think that makes Griffin the odd man out. Would anyone like to see him as Willis' veteran backup? Or are we cool with Lee?

Man, I hope they have a change of heart. The UCLA Style 61-63 Shoulder Striped ones are the best!

Yeah, I know! I really hope that's the one they pick.

Well, i'm excited about this. TD didn't tell us anything, but it's been pretty obvious that it's going to be a throwback. So what type of throwbacks do you guys want? I for one would like one's that were worn by Bills of the 60's: http://www.billszone.com/coppermine/albums...blue_jersey.jpg http://www.nflthrowbacks.com/team_jerseys/...ffalo-bills.jpg (Bottom Left Corner) What do you guys think of them? I like the stripes around the underarms. I always felt that the red, white, and blue jerseys of the 80's and 90's were just TOO bland. Do you think that they will be licensing and selling the throwbacks? I would love to get a white away throwback of Roscoe Parrish! If they do sell them, will you buy one?

I think I remember saying something about this. I could be wrong though.... http://www.stadiumwall.com/index.php?showtopic=24040

I don't know. But I think i'm the only one on the planet who didn't like the old Bills jerseys.

I say we bring in Brien and we bring in Matt Payne. We already have Pochman and Rheem on the roster. Cut Lindell! Let those four guys battle it out. There's gotta be someone compitent enough in that group to make Mularkey confident in his kicker, right?

I doubt it, but oh man! Spikes/Fletcher/Boulware? That's INSANITY!

That would make 4 kickers on our roster. If we bring him in with Joe Rheem, one of them will be our kicker next year.... bank on it!

Not to sound like an idiot or anything.... But what in the blue hell of Donahoe is the "Celebration of Champions"?

The front page of bb.com states that there will be a press conference tommorrow at 11. There are no details as to what it's about, but it's supposed to be "major". Is he simply going to announce the Packers/Bills scrimmage or will we FINALLY see a TH trade?