Rockinon

With the way this team leads the league in scoring, you are absolutely right.

I have a feeling the passing game is going to be different this year. The addition of QB coach Joe Brady who is supposedly very good at route concepts is one reason. Then the talk of 2 TE sets. Then the addition of a RB who's specialty is receiving out of the backfield. Then there is a long time coach like Kromer who will have a good deal of input when it comes to designing plays. Everyone is so focused on Ken Dorsey that they forget that the supporting staff will be in Dorsey's ear as well. There are going to be some wrinkles that we haven't seen. It's quite possible Gabe Davis has a break out year, but so could Dawson Knox. Some of the things the coaches come up with outside of what the offense all ready does well, that's just added gravy. There's no way Dorsey is going to just retool the whole offense, but there will be some experimenting. There have been some nice pieces added in the offense as far as players go. It's going to be an interesting year. The offense was ultra productive last year and the goal is to keep moving forward. I think between the new players and coaches, we're going to some good things. Rookies will get there chances, but the Bill's will lean on their bread and butter first.

I agree 100%. Kromer I think will not only coach the OL, but also be a valuable asset designing the offensive game plan from week to week. The guy knows how to draw up a running play.

Kromer has a history of turning mediocre linemen into a quality unit. Maybe he is a miracle worker.

Going to come down to who performs at the highest level in camp. No doubt there will be some tough decisions. That's exactly the way it should be. Have no idea who stays or who goes aside from punter, but it will boil down to who makes the team better.

The interior of the DL was changed significantly. I'm just speculating here, but I think the edges are going to benefit from the additions on the interior. Add in Von Miller and yeah, Groot could very well be a major beneficiary. It'll be more because of that interior DL than Miller though. Miller will also benefit from the interior flushing the ball carrier out.

I like it. Remember last year when defenses left both their safeties deep(gave us some problems)? Having guys like this forces the defense to pick their poison. McKenzie and Shakir are going to be a problem because they will get those quick passes. Crowder and the RBs too. And just when the defense starts bringing up a safety, someone is going to get a one on one deep opportunity.

Punters are disappearing early, I see.

This is what I was thinking. Not sexy, but we can't keep filling the OL with free agent vets or can we?

Who knows what's being said behind the scenes? With all the talent in this years draft and the rumors surrounding this guy, makes it probable that teams will wait to see if the Giants simply cut him, then scoop him up later on the cheap.

Oh yeah! Why was I thinking Miami. Still as soon as Gronk came in he, didn't get many opportunities....the kid was pushed aside. Yep, brain fart.

Love this signing. Howard was more highly rated than Knox coming out of college and the difference between his QB in Miami & his QB in Buffalo is like night and day. He should flourish here.

Some new pieces on the OL that can challenge for starting positions is good. Let them battle it out in training camp and see who rises to the top of the heap. Love the Saffold pickup. This one, don't know if he will be a starter, but it's always good to have more competition.

It's a bit surprising he was having trouble finding a suitor in free agency. I think he could end up being better in this offense than those 3yrs.

He was a 1st round TE coming out of college. This could very well be an underrated signing. And if he clicks with Josh, he won't want to leave next year. There is plenty to be optimistic about with the moves Beane has made in the off season. This is one of them. Now I wonder what Beane's thoughts are on Poyer. I think Buffalo very much wanted to run 2 TE sets last year but didn't have the horses. I like the signing. Gives the offense more versatility.

At this stage, there are few teams that are going to be willing to pay big for CBs. The price will start dropping the longer this drags out.

Agreed. Took half the season for the OL to figure out how to block last year. That needs to change. Honestly, I think our running backs are above average all ready. The line didn't do them any favors at the beginning of last year. Really hoping Kromer can get things rolling more quickly.

I'm just blown away with how few holes we have. Beane was on fire in free agency. A lot of sneaky good pickups like Saffold, 2 DTs, a TE, an underrated WR.... I'd really like to see a quality CB, another IOL, a WR, a LB, and punter. The rest is just gravy. Stay humble and hungry and this team is going to do great things!

I'd add working with his new TE as well. The offense is going look different this season, I think. I wouldn't be surprised if McKenzie becomes a bigger part of the offense as well. Lot of moving pieces here

I noticed that the Buffalo Bills are paying the second highest salaries to players in the NFL. The Browns are #1. Don't think we are getting a CB until draft time now.

I'm just glad to have him back in the fold. As for the money side of it, I think both Bates and the Bills are happy. All the other stuff doesn't really matter. You can argue that the Bills paid too much or that Bates overvalued his worth or whatever, but if both parties are happy, there really is no need to over think it. Every contract has it's risks. Both sides try to get the best they can in order to secure the future. Trying to break down all of the nuances of contract negotiations with limited information just seems like a headache to me.

I'm more inclined to think they would be looking for someone that can play G/C.

Somebody delete this thread before we are completely jinxed.

We need to be thinking about how to beat teams like the Titans and Colts. Can't allow these rushing teams to control time of possession. Those are the kinds of teams that gave us the most trouble last year, with the exception of KC. Our defense was pretty good against passing teams and really struggled with rushing teams. Hopefully, the revamped DL solves some of those issues. On offense, I agree with the coach and Beane. We cannot afford to lose our fastball. Need lots of weapons for Josh and we need to keep him upright.

A very good point. With better talent at CB, you can leave them out there on an island so you can blitz more often. If you can get by with just one less person in coverage, you open up the possibility of taking down a QB or getting a TFL.