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While I disagree with the 70-30 percent, the rest seems fairly likely to open the season. With our unproven OL, questionable LT, the offense has to be based on quick passes rather than long developing plays. The other option is keeping a TE back for blocking which hampers the passing options. If our OL surprises us or gets better during the season, then we may see longer pass completions. But as it stands right now, the only QB on our roster who can make quick decisions and does not need to have a great deep ball (per above argument) is TE and logically that makes him the starter. Ofcourse this is not an ideal situation (unproven OL, starting QB by default etc) but we have to make do with what we have (duh!). Presumably we fixed the D this year, next year is the one for the O.

I have been truly hoping he plays well just so we get some semblance of stability at the QB position. I, for one, do not hate Trent. What I do hate is people giving him credit for much more than he has accomplished on the field besides looking 'poised'.

A small size and lack of opportunity are not reasons he is not considered a legitimate WR. He has had a tough time gaining separation/getting open and also hasn't shown an ability to fight for the ball. If he starts performing as a WR, it will be for the first time in his career.

No kidding, this summer movie season has been pretty poor so far. As a side note, see the following for terrific takes on tired genres: "Let the Right one In" with a vampire "Revanche" for a very different type of revenge

True and I don't necessarily have a problem (nor a choice) with rehashed plot lines. I was responding to the refrain I have been hearing that this is an 'original' story and concept. Which it most definitely is not.

I have not seen that movie but to me it seemed similar in concept to Existenz. In any case, the point being that this is not an original story as is hyped in the reviews and public reaction. It may be a different take on the idea but the premise is not ground-breaking.

My comments on your thoughts: I saw Inception and was not very impressed. On the plus side - good visuals, good direction. Gripes - (1) the concept is not original and is ripped from Cronenberg's Existenz. (2) DiCaprio is not showing any range in his acting. His acting and dialog delivery in Departed, Shutter Island and Inception are the same (3) There is a fine line between a complex story and a confusing one and this movie crossed it. (4) Too long by half an hour. The last 45 minutes or so were just like some dumb action movie. Ultimately, I came away unimpressed with the story. But it won't spoil your afternoon if you do watch it

After such a boring summer of movies, I am looking forward to this one.

I agree with that last statement. I think if Brohm does not win the starting job, he will be cut. Trent starting and Fitz as bacu-up purely because he has more playing experience than Brohm.

I would vote for Pat Williams or Antoine Winfield

What a world of talent gone to waste due to poor work ethics. The Bills have all the leverage in this situation. Lynch is under contract and have no pressing need to get rid of him. If he plays poorly this coming season, Gailey can bench him and Lynch only hurts himself by making himself incredibly unattractive for a decent contract with another team next year. If someone needs him badly, as reportedly Seattle does, we can trade him. So the only loser in this situation is Lynch which I am not sure he has the mental IQ to realize. I was not happy spending a first rounder on a RB that year but seeing his boyish enthusiasm and the press about 'Mama's Boy' I was hopeful that we have a player who will really help the team. Sadly that did not come to pass and the frustrating thing is that it is not due to lack of talent.

I was rather hoping for a nude Marilyn Monroe myself. But hey, whatever floats your boat.

Whew ! 2-0

My guess is that the front office has tried. I expected him to be traded the weekend before the draft. But who knows ? Perhaps there were no takers given his apparent lack of motivation and his off-field troubles.

Really ? Schobel - the guy who has been the most consistent feature of our defense for the last several years ? The guy who shuts up and does his job ? Nary a controversy nor a sucky attitude ? P.S. If you were being sarcastic, I take my post back

I don't think anyone here is overblowing it or calling him God. I, for one, am acknowledging that he failed as a QB but by all accounts was an honest and decent guy. Perhaps he did the cleanup for PR but lets not discredit him for doing it in the first place irrespective of his motivation. Also, how is your comment about him being single and liking bars relevant to the conversation ? For one reason or the other, he failed as a QB for the Bills. But he was a good guy in the time here. Let your opinion of him as a QB not cloud your judgment about his actions off the field.

Well written post ! I agree in its entirety.

Injuries non-withstanding, at some point we need to stop giving this guy a break.

I agree. If we are solid at 4 out of 5 positions, we should do very well this season on O. On D, unless Troup turns out to be a major bust, we should be way better than last year. I know other teams in our division have also made advances, but if we land Gaither, I will truly feel very optimistic about a playoff appearance this season.

From me too.... This website has immensely enhanced my 'fan-ship'.

Well, welcome. We envy you but your team gives us long suffering fans hope.

What exactly are you complaining about - that he has not written about something that you believe is happening behind the scenes ? Perhaps he is waiting for something real to happen ? Writing about rumors isn't really reporting. From his blog, he writes "ESPN Rumor Central looks to be speculating more than anything else, but they believe a veteran free agent offensive tackle could be pegged." He is merely commenting on what has appeared on Rumor Central. He did not state it as a news item. If there is a specific item of his you want to criticize, please link it.

Thanx. Just did every step and it took all of 2 minutes.

I have read this statement several times on this board but can't seem to find information to check it against. Can you provide a link ? I have read his performance stats and they look very good - which means he is productive and implies he is not lazy/has bad ethic.

At last someone else who also enjoyed it. Most people who I recommend it to ask in total surprise - 'Which one ????' A masterpiece. If you have the patience, try another foreign movie called 'Revanche'.