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I agree in principal with the original poster. Dumping talent is dumb unless you have someone better to replace them.
Whitner is better than people give him credit for because they are still pissed we didn't draft Ngata. That being said he isn't anything special on the field but a solid player and a guy who publicly says he wants to win and wanted to stay in Buffalo. Believe it or not those guys don't grow on trees. Free agents aren't beating down Buffalo's door for an opportunity to play. Whitner will probably not be missed at all.
Poz, I don't know what it is with the love affair that many have with this guy. He is a solid player but he gets hurt almost every year, doesn't have sideline to sideline speed to play the middle and can't cover a TE to save his life. Look back at all the TE scores or big plays on the Bills this year. Often that TE was Poz's coverage responsibility. Even more damning is that in my opinion he has been outplayed every year by the guy he replaced, London Fletcher. Anyone remember all the complaints about Fletcher? Led the team in tackles, supposedly all were downfield after significant gains by the RB, etc? Sound like anyone whose name ends in "luzny"?
Fitz at QB isn't our biggest problem. Give the guy some credit. He was held behind Trent Edwards who we tried to show case for the first 4 weeks to get some trade value and missed out on starter reps in training camp and preseason when it counted. THAT being said, if Luck falls to us which he won't, you take him!
Barring something that ridiculously "lucky" we get guys on defense. We get DT that can hold up against the run so we can actually run the 3 - 4. We get DE/LB that can rush the passer, hold the edge in the run game and stay in position on the backside to cover the cutback run. We get LBs with sideline to sideline speed and the ability to cover TEs.
The offense just needs time for already acquired talent to develop. WR will be one of our strengths when everyone is healthy. RB is set. All we need, STILL, is for the oline to gel and for the love of all that is football get us a freaking RT. Maybe that is Wang who was injured for months. I know the idea isn't popular and doesn't come with any guarantee of success but get us a really good LT and move Bell to RT ...IF AND ONLY IF HE IS CAPABLE OF IT.
It has become apparent to me that the improvements that I thought the o-line made might largely be attributable to Fitz calling out the protections, helping the line to make calls, running the right plays and getting rid of the ball. Fitz had us forgetting about the offensive line for a while but I am reminded of the first games with Trent, the game with Fitz hurt and then Brohm. A good line is a good line regardless of who is behind center. We don't have a good line yet.
Well said.
If Luck really is the once in a lifetime guy, and the Bills believe that, then get him. Otherwise stick with Fitz, maybe kick back a few spots in the draft and pick up another pick or two and get some bodies in here.
Our needs go much farther than QB, we need: LB's, DL, O-Tackle, TE, CB, Safety, WR. Why get rid of Poz and Whitner and make more holes, our d-line is pathetic. Do we even have a TE on this roster?? Corner may be less of a problem. if Whitner goes we need a safety. A proven WR might no hurt (not highest priority). As far as I can tell, we don't have enough draft picks to fill these needs. We are going to need to be very active in FA, get some GOOD players (not Walker, Dockery or Green), and SPEND SOME MONEY!
We need more than just QB and I can't see spending the money or high pick on just one guy. Move back a few picks, and spread that money over a few guys who can help.
Oh, and a new defensive coordinator would not hurt.
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The wife of a friend had her heart set on getting an iPad. So, yesterday I went with my friend to the Apple Store in Jacksonville to help him select the right model and such.
While I typically don't go for extended warranties, I suggested he spend the $100 on the 3-year warranty from Apple. This way, should things like the headphone jack get buggy (and little things like this seem to be fairly commonplace with these devices) he can get it fixed (or replaced) for free. Since the unit itself was about $800, it seemed like reasonable insurance for something that is likely to experience some issues.
Cell phone insurance is another interesting thing. I never get it, but I'm pretty good with my phones. OTOH, if you are someone who has a lot of problems with your phones (like a friend of mine who throws them when he gets pissed off), the insurance might be good for you.
The nice thing about the apple warranty is it covers the battery also. I love Apple products, you can call me a fanboy if you want, but the batteries are the worst in the industry.
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Video no longer available?
Oh well. Just finished watching the game and notice Kelsay looked terrible....again. Also, noticed Cornell Green
blocking the inside guy again while a blitzer ran right past him. Saw him do it pretty much every game so far.
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-Our LB's, except for Ellison, played horribly today.
-Kelsay can't cover.
-Davis had trouble covering.
-Davis had trouble tackling today.
-Florence looked kinda slow.
-Jackson should have run more.
-Spiller should of had more touches.
-Trent is abysmal. Don't care if the o-line gives little time or not. He got a nice 15+ yard
toss to Parrish in just a few seconds. He holds on to the ball too long and thinks the receiver
needs to be wide open to try a pass. He needs to understand "NFL open" which is just a small
window, not wide open.
-Stevie Johnson had his chance and missed.
I understand the Bills brain trust is rebuilding, but man, these guys have to play better. And,
bench Trent and start Brohm. Brohm is the only one that has any upside over Fitz and Edwards. Really,
what do we have to lose?
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I love the flyovers
Especially when it's a jet, not some personal carrier like a few years ago going about 10 mph.
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My white Bruce Smith bought in the 90's.
Definitely need to get me a Wang jersey though.....
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Pre- and post draft I was pretty tough on this guy. Now, not so sure he doesn't deserve a chance.
Pretty sad article, could feel the dudes pain.
As for the NFL, if Vick and Big Ben didn't do what they did, he may have gotten a chance. All the
NFL needs to do is put stories out supporting the guy, ie: through NFLN, ESPN and so on, and explain
his situation. Yeah, people will automatically think child molester, but need to understand the
circumstances. The dude had one close person in his life, his sister. As much as I don't understand
how they did what they did, I understand the circumstances of his life at the time.
His best chance at a shot in the NFL is to end up in the CFL, or UFL and play well enough. Maybe those
are the only leagues he'll ever play in.
Maybe he needs to forget the big payday of the NFL and use his past to help other kids. Become a spokesman
of sorts for helping other kids. What he needs to do now is do what is best for his family.
As for worrying if he can play in Toronto, or anywhere outside the US, the NFL attorneys would make that
a non-issue.
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Making the long trek from Clarence, NY and hanging out at my friends Bro's house off of Abbott.
Miller Lite, burger, dogs, pineapple rum/orange juice drinks.
Sitting upper deck with my Bruce Smith jersey on!
Mighty Taco and a few more beers watching the DVR of the game.
Already have Monday off to sleep my hangover off.....
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I would have guessed Duane Paddock. He's very close to Kelly.
As for is JK really heading something up? He knows how serious the fans are about the team, and
hope he wouldn't open his mouth about team ownership unless he really did know something. My
guess is he is trying, And we'll find out later.
My question is, is Ralph motivated to not let the team stay in Buffalo due to his legacy? Does he want
another Buffalo owner to actually turn this franchise around, and maybe actually win a Super Bowl?
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Or, just maybe, there wasn't a QB available that was worthy of a #9 selection.
Freakin trolls.
If memory serves, wasn't Clausen considered a possibility that spot?
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It appears most of the CFL teams are fixing or wanting a new stadium.
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/sports/foot...article1646804/
Due to cost a new CFL stadium would have no more than 40,000 seats. This includes the fact they are touting
pro soccer also, which those stadiums are around 20K or so. No way a financially strapped city like Hamilton builds a NFL ready stadium, ie: luxury suites galore, scoreboard(s), large number of seats (65K at the very least) to be a suitor.
One of the CFL stadiums being touted is 33,000 seats at a cost of only $115 million to build, although BC place is looking at $458 million in just renovations. An NFL type stadium would be $750 million to 1 Billion.
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1. Chris Watson - Was force fed to us as an amazing pickup at the time. Had to endure his punt catching
skills and poor DB skills for far too long.
2. OJ - Not because of his on the field, but his off the field antics.
3. Rob's Johnson - Just a flippin' meathead who if we didn't have him, maybe Flutie could
have shined (not saying I'm a big fan of DF).
4. Perry Tuttle - Waste of a 1st rounder. Like many before and after him.
5. Dick Jauron - What can I say about him?
6. Willis McGahee - Just a joke of a person. Don't blame him for lack of production here, it was a
nasty injury that takes much more time to get back from then given credit for. Just a crappy person.
7. Dockery - Spent gob's of cash on the guy and he was a terrible waste.
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Posturing.
If he came out and told them he's eager and will sign right now, it gives the Bills the upper
hand.
He's a RB. Don't really need him to be in at start of camp as much as a DL guy. Now, if it's
opening day and he's not signed....then I'd worry.
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Since we have purchased cellular phones for everyone in the house, I have been wondering
if it's worth getting rid of the "landline". Thing is, it's bundled through TWC with internet and
costs me $70 for high speed internet and phone. High speed is $50, so it's $20 for the phone
line (more of less).
Don't get great reception on cellular in my house, so all cell all the time is out of the question.
Also, have a security system and by the time I pay for cellular backup on it, I'm better off
staying with the phone line.
I do know my father uses Vonage exclusively and has had no problems. At first, calls from him
were pretty choppy but that was a few years ago and has improved over time.
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cashier: ok let's see.. toilet paper, toilet paper, toilet paper, toilet paper, toilet paper, some toilet paper
so... what are you boys up to tonight?
When we were young, we would split up at the registers so no one would know what
we were up to. Of course we would get through the register, then congregate at the entrance...
all of us with our TP. Yep, fooled them again!
As for the Blackhawks coach, I thought I heard it was actually friends of his that did it.
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At the end of the day we'd be a better team with Schobel. Class act and a productive player. We have no one on the roster better right now.
Doesn't really say too much about the player. He was productive, actually our best DE, by default.
Can't really remember him getting that many game changing sacks. His sacks usually came in bunches
at times they did not really matter.
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Anyone know more about this or have experience with the Slingbox?
Both my brother and I have the slingbox. He originally bought one to have at my house to watch the Bills.
Had to give it back in the offseason, and could not live without it. It is an awesome product. I watch his from
Maryland, and the picture is pretty good, which you can tweak the quality by adding bandwidth to it. I can also
watch it from any computer in the house, along with my iPod touch. The iPod actually works great and the controls
are pretty decent. Their is some lag on all devices, but no big deal. I have the Slingbox solo so don't know how
good the HD picture is.
It is incredibly easy to setup and easy to use. Great product.
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after 8 years of subscribing i am cancelling this year because of the price increases over the past few years and already signed up for dish network. So they not only lost my 315, they lost a customer altogether.
I got the Ticket a few years ago, when it was around the low 2's. Thought it was great. Don't think I can justify
$300 at all. I just don't have the time to sit every Sunday watching a 1 pm and 4 pm and 8 pm game. I barely
get time to watch the Bills game.
Just an FYI. I recently switched to Time-Warner...for a week and came back to DTV. My parents have Dish, and IMHO
DTV is much better than both of them..especially once you had DTV. It is cheaper than cable, but don't know about
Dish. Good luck.
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If I had the choice, I wouldlet them keep Orton and go for Quinn. Atleast Quinn has more upside
With Orton, you get what you've seen
Yep, just wins.
Orton isn't the best QB in the league, but would be an upgrade over all our guys but Brohm. I
say give Brohm a real shot and see what he does before we trade for another QB (unless it's
one of the Mannings). Not saying Brohm is going to be a great, or even serviceable, NFL QB
but I'd like to see what he can do.
As for Orton, always liked the guy. Just seems to win.
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I know it's not live football, but Spiller sure does seem quick, catch the ball well,
and have some nice cuts. Can't wait to see him in some live 11 on 11 action!
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I have heard very little of Howard in the AM on WGR, but from what I heard, I have to agree. IMO he was sensational on the FM sports station years back. Dealt with substance and let his callers talk.
As you rightly note, sports radio has devolved into being "controversy" centered (the quotes used as much of that controversy is manufactured by those who cover it), Name calling, pomposity, yelling seem to be requirements for today's sports radio hosts. I imagine Simon is still a step above most of the WGR guys, but they probably don't let him run the show as he would like. I'm guessing of course.
Yes, he does seem to be a step above, but he still plays by GR's rules which is a shame.
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Jackass, huh? Nice.
You're entitled to your opinion of his work, but Howard Simon is one of the nicest and most generous people I've ever met.
I wouldn't call Simon a jackass, but he isn't anywhere near what he used to be when he was
at Empire Sports Network. He was informative, funny, knowledgeable and carried himself
very well. Now on the morning show, and it's not entirely his fault, he has become the opposite
of what he was. Now he sounds as if he doesn't know what he is talking about and provides very
little actual information. Simon and White are just set up to have opposite opinions about whatever
the BS topic of the day is to provide "stimulating" conversation...basically nothing to say about nothing.
I'm sure he's a nice guy and it's not entirely his fault, just as Bulldog used to be very good prior to WGR,
it's the stations business model. As for Schopp, he is a jackass.
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The most telling part is the letterhead. Our claim to fame is 2 AFL champs, and the 4 superbowl logo's?
What have the Bills done since then?
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I would give Buddy a foot massage if he pulled this trade off! I would hope for a third round draft pick next year, or 3rd and a 5th!
Are you sure??
Best Football Gloves & Best Football Cleats
in The Consumer Digest
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My son plays o-line/d-line and doesn't like gloves, so no opinion on those.
He did love his Under Armour shoes though, light and fit very well versus his Nikes the year prior. They seemed to be more form fitting, with less play in the foot and ankle than the Nikes. IMHO, they looked like he could get another season out of them no problem (if only his size 10 feet would stop growing!). As I recall, they were pretty competitively priced. If you have a D_icks Sporting Goods near you, the points program gets you mailed flyers with double points, and $$ off athletic stuff. Believe I was able to get $10 off the sale price last year.