Bill from NYC

Badol, if the Bills are in the SB I don't know what I would do. I will either dip into my pockets and host a LAVISH party, go to WNY and watch the game, or watch it in complete solitude. That's messed up, no?

Rubes, it is not impossible for TT to actually change the way the game is played. Sounds crazy, no? Look, we are Bills fans. He might also tank but I sense that he will not. He has been called by experts the fastest qb in the league. From the little I have seen of him, I can clearly tell that he can see openings to run through. If he can be a GOOD (not great) passer he is going to be VERY tough to defend, especially given the weapons at his disposal. Coaching of course will matter big time. In essence, what I am saying is that in my very humble opinion, the Bills are about to introduce a different style of offensive football to the NFL. And I am ready my friend! GO BILLS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

It must be. You graciously took the time to explain it to me long ago, and frankly I didn't understand and still do not. It's hard to understand how a place with that much splendor could become a cesspool. One would think that there would be tons of money to be made. Then again, there is plenty of riverside property in Camden, NJ.

Does this apply to EJ?

I tend to agree with this. None of us know how much damage TT can do if the Colts decide to gang up on the LOS, but we are about to find out. I for one think that the addition of Clay will help. Solid TEs are a young quarterback's best friends. I also think that if TT can find just some success with the wrs, he will run for over 100 yards. On Sirius, he is already being called the fastest qb in the NFL. Faster than Vick or Kaep. Consider this for a minute if you will. The 21 yard TD run in preseason was spellbinding. Seriously. He got through the hole in an instant. Ultimately, the defense needs to step up. They will need sacks and constant pressure. I am not so worried about the Colts running on us, but we shall see. GO BILLS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

11-18/231 yds. - 1 td - 0 int. - 1 fumble 8 carries/105 yds. - 1 td - 2 2 point conversions 34-13 Bills

Very true BFFE, but this is not enough to pull the trigger imo. I would want at least a 3rd. And the truth is that the above doesn't say much for EJ.

I never played fantasy but I predict that TT will rush for over 100 yds. on Sunday. Yeah, I said that.....more than 100 yds.

What kind of value do you think he could bring?

If you look at him on you tube, EJ was a very good runner in college. In regular season games he looked (imo) clumsy and lumbering, and it's hard to understand why.

Searcy. Not a super talent but he made big plays.

Great post Dibs. I admittedly hated the trade and think that my reasons did have some merit. The draft was said to be loaded with receivers, we did not have anyone who even resembled a good quarterback, and we had major holes in the OL. I do NOT hate the trade now, but it's a bit early for me to say that I like it. The 2015 first round pick might have really helped us. I guess we will never know. Also, if Sammy gets hurt bad, there goes 2 first round picks (and a 4th) down the drain. Sammy does show potential to be great. If he wins us some games he will have been well worth the huge hit we took in order to obtain him. Time will tell.

Good point. So as it turns out the trade didn't cost anything.

Why does this thread exist? What difference does it make if TG is full of crap? Is there really a need to play Sir Walter Raleigh? Should we put our cloaks across a puddle for Whaley to cross? Is he a damsel in distress? I look at Whaley and see an aggressive GM. He used 2 number 1 draft choices on a receiver and signed a running qb who is now the starter. This may or may not work. Meanwhile, he has earned millions of dollars. As far as I'm concerned he can fend for himself. If the Bills lose he will be canned. If they win, who's better than him? Was this a "rogue" move? Maybe, maybe not. What I can tell you is that if you go to divorce court tomorrow and lose a half a million dollars, Whaley won't be bursting into the court room defending your honor. End of rant.

Thanks so much. I expect a lot of fun from Tyrod. This is stuff we just are not used to. I know it was preseason but that 21 yard TD was flat out spectacular. This kid looks as if he can see any crease. And if they want to gang up on the LOS, Sammy says hi.

I don't make decisions on matters such as these and never have. I have no issues with other posters doing and saying whatever they please. Again, SDS and the mods do the work. I consider myself lucky to post here and have no say in how they combine threads, etc. True but I was liking the defense as the season went on. The front 4 stepped up and produced great results. And btw, Schwartz did keep some of the schemes that Pettine left behind. I loved it when Robey and/or Searcy blitzed. I fear that we might miss Searcy.

I find that a good portion of our differences tend to be rooted in semantics more than actual football issues. So, I disagree about the ways we disagree.

I am impressed. He isn't very tall but he looks and plays bigger than the 303 lbs. he is listed at. This is important because the RG should be a mauler imo and is important to the running game. I am thinking/hoping that Glenn is going to have a much better year due to last year's illness, Incog, and his contract. In essence, a good/great season from Glenn could bring him 30 million or more in guaranteed money, easily. That said, they need to be able to run right as well. Miller looks tough and seems to have that nasty edge. I am going to pay a lot of attention to that kid and expect good things, rookie or not.

Actually, I only quote Hunter lyrics, and I try to tie them into the game in some way. Believe it or not it takes some effort. Yeah, I have issues lol.

Believe it or not, I for one prefer the offseason to the regular season on TBD. I love the pre-draft posts and evaluations from our resident experts. This year was of course different with no first round pick. The QB controversy ran the table if you will. Anyway, here goes.... 1) Thanks to the mods for doing the work. 2) Thanks SOOOO much to all for the dialogue. We wouldn't be posting here unless we were just a bit over the top about this football team. I mean really. 3) Special thanks to those who disagree with me because I treasure the dialogue. I don't even mind personal insults. You are doing me a favor to indulge me in talking about a team that means so much to me, and I truly do appreciate this. 4) Posters on this board amaze me at times. Two posters were very recently having a disagreement in several threads. Another poster (can't remember who) said that they "crashed through the walls" of another thread. Maybe my sense of humor is off, but I thought this was very funny and quite articulate! 5) Tyrod Taylor was my choice at QB. I think that he will earn his small salary and more in two point conversions alone. This kid can freaking run!!! It is hard to picture other teams stopping him when Rex chooses to go for the deuce. His potential to be good is glaring. GO TT!!!!! 6) I am a huge fan of Fred, but I am a bigger fan of the Buffalo Bills. I was OK with the cut. 7) It is SOOO great that posters such as Simon, The Dean, #BADOL, and others are back. As far as Badol.....ok, he can be a bit brusque at times but read his posts. The guy studies and lives this stuff. Then, have a beer with him at Hammer's Lot. He is nothing short of a total gentleman. 8) I hope that Cassell stays. As much as I like TT, the possibility exists that he could bust out. We might really need the veteran presence. Sorry, but I have little faith in EJ. That said, if he gets in and does well, I will be THE first to praise him. 9) Believe it or not, I was OK with drafting Darby. Not by much mind you but we did need a corner. 10) Trust me, each and every season, posters by the dozens call the opening game a "must win." I freaking hate to, but I am going to join the club this season. We truly need this game. The good news? I'm looking at 34-13 Bills!!!!!!!!!!!! 11) Thanks once again SDS for providing fanatics like us for a forum to talk about this football team. Long term friendships have resulted from your work. You rock! 12) God bless you all. 13) GO BILLS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I know that he ain't talking about me.

Maybe he was an idiotic draft pick if you consider that the team who drafted AFTER us picked up an extra mid 1st round pick in the following year by trading down. Nah.....blame the fans.

A bit of a reach? He did look improved but incredible mettle and leadership? His TD pass to Clay was nice, but the man was 15 yards away from a defender. A play like this in a preseason game is good, but I don't view it as concrete evidence that EJ has completely turned his game around. Is that what you think? Has he found is stride? If so perhaps he should start, no?

I suppose not.

I agree 100% and compliment you on this post. The problem with investing top resources in the secondary (early draft picks and huge contracts) is that teams play 4 and 5 wide offenses due to the rule changes. A corner, the very BEST corner, can only cover 1 receiver at a time. And corners are starting to get paid like left tackles which is crazy. Many teams (unlike the Bills) have tons of money tied up at the QB position. I can fully relate to this. Pass rushing DEs cost a fortune too and they are worth it. Left Tackles are also very hard to find. If nothing else, the Bills have proven that the devotion of an NFL team's best resources to the secondary is a one way ticket to losing and futility. Once again, great post!