Git'er Done

Everyone raves about Maurice Drew, Reggie Bush, those guys are doing alright in the Pros.

I stated that this was under the assumption that McGahee was going! It's right there. Personally, I want the Bills to keep McGahee if that's what you want to bicker about. I don't know what is happening exactly (either do you), but it seems as likely as not that he will be gone. He is adequate.

Clever

No. I see Lynch rated as a top 15 guy all over the place, but if the Bills don't feel that way, I don't want them to take him. In fact, I think they are in a quandry because next years crop of backs looks better, but they need someone now. Drafting a subpar back in the 2nd this draft would be a waste. I realize that some 2nd rounders turn out great, but I feel you should play the odds, and get a top ranked guy, or don't bother, for the reason given above. An "average" back probably won't take you to the Promised Land. Hence the Super Bowl winner comment.

I didn't say they should take a running back if he doesn't merit it just to have a 1st round RB. The point is an "elite" back is the way to go. Willis would be considered by many a "reach"at 12 as well. I don't want them reaching for anyone. We don't know much about Willis or Lynch beyond the field of play. I just don't like the idea that we HAVE to take Willis because of the panic about our defense.

FOX News??!? They are probably in one of the "New Guard" owners' pockets. They are a "newscast" for hire.

I really don't think the Bills are just assuming they will pick Patrick Willis. Like "we can get O-linemen now, and a free agent running back" cause Patrick Willis is gonna start at linebacker" I think they will try to get another linebacker in FA, maybe an average no-name guy. I think they will choose between a running back or a linebacker or possibly a CB, and pick the guy they feel will have the biggest impact. Drafting strictly for need is for losers. We certainly need a running back as much as we need linebacker (assuming McGahee is gone). I have said before, a high pick RB that doesn't live up to his draft status is just about a wasted pick because only one RB is on the field. A linebacker that doesn't live up to his draft status can still start, if he isn't a gamebreaker you still get some value. People keep saying that running backs in the second round are a good value. That might be more true of 2nd round linebackers. Check out how many Super Bowl winners have a #1 draft choice running back, especially the teams that win more than one. Lots of running backs are busts, I prefer the Bills play the odds and use the #1 on a back.

I just posted the same thing. Bravo

I really don't think the Bills are just assuming they will pick Patrick Willis. Like "we can get O-linemen now, and a free agent running back" cause Patrick Willis is gonna start at linebacker" I think they will try to get another linebacker in FA, maybe an average no-name guy. I think they will choose between a running back or a linebacker or possibly a CB, and pick the guy they feel will have the biggest impact. Drafting strictly for need is for losers. We certainly need a running back as much as we need linebacker (assuming McGahee is gone). I have said before, high pick RB that doesn't live up to his draft status is just about a wasted pick because only one back is on the field. A linebacker that doesn't live up to his draft status can still start, he just isn't a gamebreaker you still get some value. People keep saying that running back in the second round are a good value, that might be more true of 2nd round linebackers. Check out how many Super Bowl winners have a #1 draft choice running back, especially the teams that win more than one. Lots of running back are busts, I prefer the Bills play the odds and use the #1 on a back.

I think the defense will operate at about the same level, Aside from Nate, I don't think they will lose much without Fletcher (or is it Baker?) and the very average TKO. But the offense? I feel it is gonna be awesome. Like you said, a good offense can really help the defense stay fresh, very important with the Cover 2. People like to panic.

Doug Flutie was too short, not Warren Moon. Are you a short man living vicariously through another short man (Doug Flutie)?

Exactly. It would be pointless to sign 3 lineman and not have anyone decent to run the ball. They will add a new RB.

It would be pointless to add the three lineman to the offense, and then not have a decent running back. They are gonna add a new RB (if Willis is gone). I hope they use the 1st on a back, and the rest on defense.

Yeah, it's easy, just pick up a franchise back in the 3rd round. That's where most Super Bowl teams find their featured back. ???????????????

That's what I'm worried about.

It's pretty obvious that they aren't going to resign Gandy.

A guy like him could get old real quick, like between now and halfway through next season (or earlier)

C'mon, Shaud Williams?

Yep, think big, go for the best you can get. I just hope that Marshawn has his head on straight and is worthy of the pick. He and Peterson seem to be the only top shelf guys this season.

In what way is Michael Bush like Thurman Thomas other than he's a running back? I think Marshawn Lynch has some similar attributes (can catch the ball, good inside runner). I don't think either one will come close to Thurmans' career.

I never heard that (or thought that) when Bennie Anderson was signed. The line is gonna be alot better. And JP is gonna be alot better

They are already playoff caliber

Maybe Shaud Williams is now the featured back

Who is gonna run the ball? Still have to get a back

I am so glad that the Bills have spent on the offense. My theory is that the the offense is just coming together but if it regresses this season it could kill the new core of the team. Without a running game (of course, they still need a running back), the pass game would falter, Losman loses confidence, the defense starts pointing fingers, the team is divided and we're back to ground zero. This season, if the offense flourishes but the defense is worse, the Bills will have solidified one side of the ball, and can get to work on the other. But if the offense sucks, we probably have to bring in another quarterback.