BUFFALOTONE Posted August 16, 2010 Share Posted August 16, 2010 Everyday, why hold a potential probowler back for a good pick? Slow down goofball. Who knows if this guy can catch a pass, what is his intelligence level? Meaning if the QB makes an audible and he misunderstands and goes in the wrong direction and the QB gets flattened. Who knows if he can read the playbook properly. There is a lot to account for besides running the ball through some bad arm tackling. yeah he looked nice, but lets all put it in perspective for a second. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuckincincy Posted August 16, 2010 Share Posted August 16, 2010 Well the current situation shows depth at RB can easily become an issue... Yes, it can. But you have 53 active roster spots, and have to use them judiciously. Most all clubs have a parade of RBs that get some playing time and get cut, and remain out there. Some hitch on with other clubs, some sit around waiting for a phone call. The nature of the position is that they are decent learners of an offensive system, so if they are in shape when they get that call; they can be serviceable. As it seems to date, BUF will have to sacrifice a roster spot for Fred Jackson for a regular season game - possibly more. Not an uncommon thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
In-A-Gadda-Levitre Posted August 16, 2010 Share Posted August 16, 2010 sprained ankle? Broken hand? Is any of this confirmed? Link? Both of them The Buffalo Bills could go into the regular season without starting running back Fred Jackson, who will be sidelined four to six weeks with a broken bone in his left hand, sources told The Buffalo News. Meanwhile, backup running back Marshawn Lynch could be out three to four weeks with a high ankle sprain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skoobydum Posted August 20, 2010 Author Share Posted August 20, 2010 Possessed. He'll never last a hour on the PS, never. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benderbender Posted August 20, 2010 Share Posted August 20, 2010 Yeah. He really beat up on 3rd stringers and scrubs. Yep, after the half they let Colts fans suit up and play a down or two Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
folz Posted August 20, 2010 Share Posted August 20, 2010 I hope Bell makes the team too. However, let's not get too carried away, remember Lionel Gates? If you are an RB everyone knows you can run, but the coaching staff wants to see if you can also catch passes, and more importantly know how to pick-up a blitzer. I think Joique earned a spot on the roster after tonight...and he did pick up nicely on at least one blitz tonight, the commentators (Tasker and Bentley) took note of it. McIntyre was blocking well in the first quarter and they were definitely using him. If Fred and Lynch were in would we use a FB as much? Probably not, but I still think Gailey will want to keep one for offensive variety reasons. So, the question is can the Bills keep 5 RBs on the 53? Do any teams ever keep that many on their active roster? Would that mean one more receiver who has to go? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trader Posted August 20, 2010 Share Posted August 20, 2010 Practice squad! For realz. I think J Bell made the 53 man roster tonight. A team will pick him up for sure if he is released. Nix needs to work the phones and see if he can deal Lynch for a good value player or pick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuntheDamnBall Posted August 20, 2010 Share Posted August 20, 2010 Simpson whiffed on some pass blocks, too. He's a nice enough runner, but I think the spot, if a fourth one exists, is Bell's to lose. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skoobydum Posted August 20, 2010 Author Share Posted August 20, 2010 I think J Bell made the 53 man roster tonight. A team will pick him up for sure if he is released. Nix needs to work the phones and see if he can deal Lynch for a good value player or pick. I think you're right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGB Posted August 20, 2010 Share Posted August 20, 2010 I think J Bell made the 53 man roster tonight. A team will pick him up for sure if he is released. Nix needs to work the phones and see if he can deal Lynch for a good value player or pick. Why are folks ready to throw Lynch under the porsche...errr...bus? RB injuries happen all the time and why not keep 5 RBs if you are going to be a power running team? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Motor City Man Posted August 20, 2010 Share Posted August 20, 2010 I'm a Wayne State alum that watched Joique for 4 years here in Detroit...He's a keeper. He has a knack for the end zone and a heart the size of a Cadillac. He's also a great "team guy"... was a cadet on the Wayne State police Dept. and a leader on campus. Quality find for the Bills...He's gonna make a whole lot of teams regret passing him in the draft. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skoobydum Posted August 20, 2010 Author Share Posted August 20, 2010 I'm a Wayne State alum that watched Joique for 4 years here in Detroit...He's a keeper. He has a knack for the end zone and a heart the size of a Cadillac. He's also a great "team guy"... was a cadet on the Wayne State police Dept. and a leader on campus. Quality find for the Bills...He's gonna make a whole lot of teams regret passing him in the draft. He is making our team happy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frez Posted August 20, 2010 Share Posted August 20, 2010 I remember that everyone on the defense touching him seemed to create more of a desperate desire to go further, he looked like he was running for his life. Could we even think of cutting this guy? Bell deserves a roster spot. I like him better than Lynch! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billrooter Posted August 20, 2010 Share Posted August 20, 2010 I hope Bell makes the team too. However, let's not get too carried away, remember Lionel Gates? If you are an RB everyone knows you can run, but the coaching staff wants to see if you can also catch passes, and more importantly know how to pick-up a blitzer. Did you get a chance to watch the game, Bell picked up atleast one blitz and i believe two, i was trying to watch him as much as i could! While he was on special teams he made a couple tackles and was the first guy down the field on virtually every kick, this kid can not only run but too me he looks like he could be a diamond on st's while waiting for his chance to see the field. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenny3000 Posted August 20, 2010 Share Posted August 20, 2010 I'm a Wayne State alum that watched Joique for 4 years here in Detroit...He's a keeper. He has a knack for the end zone and a heart the size of a Cadillac. He's also a great "team guy"... was a cadet on the Wayne State police Dept. and a leader on campus. Quality find for the Bills...He's gonna make a whole lot of teams regret passing him in the draft. Question, maybe a stupid one - how do you pronounce his first name? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SKRAAPY Posted August 20, 2010 Share Posted August 20, 2010 Question, maybe a stupid one - how do you pronounce his first name? Joyk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trader Posted August 20, 2010 Share Posted August 20, 2010 Why are folks ready to throw Lynch under the porsche...errr...bus? RB injuries happen all the time and why not keep 5 RBs if you are going to be a power running team? I am not throwing Lynch under the Bus, There is only one Ball to go around and Jackson, Spiller and Bell could handle it. We have a lot of needs on this team and we could afford to trade a RB or a Cornerback. Also I think that Lynch is the kind of player that needs a lot of reps. I think that if he is under utilized he might drift into some bad habits on a personal level. I also think that a lot of teams would be interested in a player of his ability. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicago_Mike Posted August 20, 2010 Share Posted August 20, 2010 If Bell does not make the team, I whole-heartedly believe this will be something that we talk about for years to come. Is he going to get 1000 yds. this year? No way. But, he's a gamer with a ton to prove. By the 4th pre-season game he will be take some snaps aganist the opoosing 1st team defense. Regardless, didn't he sign a 3-year deal already? I know the Bills can cut him whenever, but a 3-year deal seems like an investment... right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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