Bill from NYC

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Absolutely! GMs will just not let someone this talented drop that low. Where was Sanchez expected to be taken? QBs frequently shoot right to the top around draft day, along with Left Tackles and pass rushing DEs.

Thanks BV. Ramus is a smart guy, but he is a staunch defender of the Levy/Jauon era. He, and some others think that if a player is "good," it in some way justifies a stupid draft selection. His 4 years of praising Whitner are an example of this, and you just know he must be fully happy with McKelvin and Spiller. After all.....they are "good." Revis is one of the best corners no doubt, but Dick Levy had just used the #8, as well as an early 3rd and 4th on the secondary in 06, and would go on to draft McKelvin in 08. This is not to speak of free agents. I make the case that having a 15 or 20 million dollar corner on this team would not fix its problems. Now, the chickens are home to roost. As you stated in another post, Ralph will almost certainly order a QB to be drafted (and this time he is probably intefering in the right way). Today, every sportswriter, commentator and reasonable fan know that our OL is still very spotty and the front 7 is pathetic. Ironically, the same problems did exist in 06. They are still problems due to the resources wasted on the mediocre high first round picks who Ramius so vigorously defends.

There is much merit in this post. Still, one would hope that with a top 5 pick in every round, the OL situation could be improved. Also, while Mallett isn't very mobile, his arm is so extremely powerful that he doesn't need to step into most of his throws. There are all different types of arm strength. JP for instance had a very powerful arm. However, Mallett could stand flat footed and make the same throws as JP. I agree that Mallett is not a very safe selection, but I base this more on his maturity level from what people say, although his coach says he has matured a great deal. Imo if this kid can be coached up, the Bills would have a QB custom made for the winds and the cold of WNY, Foxboro and the swamps of NJ. Again, jmo.

We probably agree more than you seem to think. The thing is, sometimes a player being "good" in fact, or even in some abstract way doesn't justify an early selection. We drafted a part time gimmick player at #9, and our OL and front 7 speak for themselves. Again, I suspect things will change this season. Ralph will probably make them select a QB in the first round, and it appeared last year that he let them do what they wanted after round 1. As bad as things are now, I am of the opinion that the Bills will be a much better team next season.

He had a pretty rough outing. In fact, so did our other 1st round picks. Whitner had a few good hits but he is a consistent liability in coverage. Spiller is pretty much a non-factor. Call me crazy, but I think that this dismal draft pattern will change in 2011.

I totally agree with this. Didn't Mr. Wilson order Nix to scout QBs? A high profile QB will sell tickets galore. The thing is, this time I think Ralph is on the right track even in terms of winning football games. I think that Ryan Mallett is a literally perfect fit for this team but of course, this is simply my opinion.

Some people lol? I suspect that millions of fans are under this impression, as well as most NFL GMs. Almost all college QBs need to be coached up to NFL level. Mallett has extremely rare talent. He will need work, and is probably more of a gamble than Luck, but the kid is winning games in a real conference, and making throws that others are not capable of. Yep....I'll call him "elite."

Your stance is quite strong, but I am going to respectfully disagree. Admittedly, my record wrt qbs isn't great; I pay more attention to blockers. That said, Mallett is the most talented QB I have seen in decades. He makes throws that do not seem possible for humans to make. He comes with risk, but he seems more suited for Buffalo than any QB I have ever seen. I would like to watch Mallett throw 40 yard square outs, 70 yard bombs, and 25 yard check downs to Buffalo Bills receivers. Sounds good, no?

Wonderful! It reminds me of the cute little videos Langston Walker used to do on the Bills website. I truly hope that Spiller starts to produce touchdowns and yardage from the line of scrimage. It would suck for us to have to call him "Lil CJ." Tomorrow would be a GREAT day for Spiller to win a football game for us. GO BILLS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I think he was a below average 4=3 DE as well. His strength is FAR below average. The man is taken out on a regular basis by tight ends. He has some speed for a DE, but not quite enough to get to the QB ala Schobel. I want to, but I am not able to comprehend the extension of this sub-par player.

Get your meds adjusted buddy. It's worth a try.

The importance of Spiller being the BPA fades when your team is dreadful up front, horrid at LB, and strong at running back. They rushed up to the podium to select a situational player at #9, not even considering a tradedown. I make the case that the Bills were too weak to be entitled to this luxury.

Trent did turn out awful no doubt, but nobody could circle the loss column like JP Losman.

True. Guys that can win 10 games in 7 seasons don't grow on trees.

Demarcus Love looks great, but imo he will probably be gone.

Thanks for another wonderful recap!

OK, now that we understand eachother, please come up for a game with us next season. Did you see the pics R.Rich posted?

Please read my post again. I would NEVER do that, which was my point. Or, am I crazy?

Joe, it's great to hear from you.

Yes, but as a true, legit fan, you would be the first to wish him well as a Bill, and to say you are wrong if he came to town and excelled. Btw, when have I ever talked up a qb on this board? My pro-Mallett feelings are the polar opposite to your feelings against him. I suppose that one of us will be correct!

Doc, are you really going to tell me that running up to the podium and selecting Spiller in a minute or so was sound thinking in terms of building a football team? The team is stuggling on both sides of the LOS, let alone the horrendous LB corps. They gave NO consideration to a tradedown whatsoever, and took a player who looked like, now AND then, a part time player. Are you also suggesting that Ralph's comments about "adding excitement" had nothing to do with ticket sales/money in his pocket? RB was one of the only strong positions on this weak team when entering the draft. I readily admit that Nix did try to address the defense after round 1, and I applaud this. My original post was an attempt to try to point out the irony of a smug Jones, who now has similar problems to Mr. Wilson due to his inteference with football professionals. As for the Spiller selection, you can defend it as you wish my old friend, but certainly you must admit that in terms of building a strong, suitable football team for WNY, it is getting harder to do so as time passes.

OK. I think that this team needs to be stronger on the lines and at LB, and to win football games. Levy/Jauron destroyed this team with their horrid drafts. One poster (don't remember who) said that one could give an 18 year old kid 3 draft magazines and he would have done better than these two incompetent men. I FULLY agree. Ralph is a businessman. You don't see me bashing him much on this board because I respect him, and thank him for keeping the team in WNY. But, he should never be confused with a football man. You are right in that I offer no concrete proof that he was heavily involved in that pick but again, Mr. Wilson is a money man. Flashy players sell seats, beer, jerseys, etc. Making millions is the expertise of Mr. Wilson. He isn't an expert at building a good football team and got rid of those who were.

He said the team needed more "excitement." Is this enough proof for you, or are you thinking that this pick was a well thought, sound football decision? I am open for dialogue.