simpleman Posted May 6, 2011 Share Posted May 6, 2011 We all had our fantasy draft picks, only one of mine came true, my #1. I am really disappointed my #2 did not get picked, he was available. We still need a decent blocking TE with good hands. How about you, what free agents do you want the Bills to go after? And why? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Armchair GM Posted May 6, 2011 Share Posted May 6, 2011 (edited) We all had our fantasy draft picks, only one of mine came true, my #1. I am really disappointed my #2 did not get picked, he was available. We still need a decent blocking TE with good hands. How about you, what free agents do you want the Bills to go after? And why? Bo Scaife...He fits a need, and your description. Looks to me like he's the best TE available, and one of the only names that is worth going after. I went 1 for 9 myself, but I can't say I'm disappointed in any way. Anyone know what the deal is regarding the ability to sign UDFA's? Edited May 6, 2011 by Armchair GM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill from NYC Posted May 6, 2011 Share Posted May 6, 2011 Kevin Boss and Jeremy Trueblood. These players would instantly improve this football team and take us to a level of respectability imo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Anderson's Lunch Pail Posted May 6, 2011 Share Posted May 6, 2011 Bo Scaife...He fits a need, and your description. Looks to me like he's the best TE available, and one of the only names that is worth going after. I went 1 for 9 myself, but I can't say I'm disappointed in any way. Anyone know what the deal is regarding the ability to sign UDFA's? I don't know about Scaife. He wouldn't be a terrible addition, but he's 30 and hasn't been as effective the last few seasons. I would imagine Zach Miller and Kevin Boss are better available tight ends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloFan68 Posted May 6, 2011 Share Posted May 6, 2011 While the Bills could use some "Miller Time"; I think Boss would be a better fit. We could also look at getting the TE from VA Tech, Andre Smith. He is undrafted, 6' 5" - 285 lbs, can block & has good hands. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebandit27 Posted May 6, 2011 Share Posted May 6, 2011 My short list: QB: Tyler Thigpen or Tarvaris Jackson - both mobile QBs with experience that can win a few games if needed TE: Matt Spaeth - solid blocking TE with good hands; comes from a winning culture in Pittsburgh OT: Tyson Clabo - nasty RT that is a bona fide starter DE: Trevor Pryce - veteran 5-tech that can teach Dareus and lead in the locker room, plus he'll come cheap LB: Kirk Morrison - solid-but-unspectacular inside LB, could be a perfect fit in a 3-4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost of Rob Johnson Posted May 6, 2011 Share Posted May 6, 2011 (edited) All this assuming a new CBA and not 2010 free agent rules: CB Drayton Florence, let's get this guy resigned. TE Matt Spaeth, great size and blocker, hasn't had an opportunity in the passing game in Pitt SS Eric Weddle, if Donte isnt retained. QB Brodie Croyle, has experience under Chan, still perhaps a shred of upside. OLB Matthias Kiwanuka, has an injury history so could actually be a viable option, just don't have faith in Moats to hand him the starting job. Edited May 6, 2011 by Ghost of Rob Johnson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H2o Posted May 6, 2011 Share Posted May 6, 2011 I like Zack Miller for TE, Thigpen or Croyle @ QB, and maybe Gallery or Dahl @ OG. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan74 Posted May 6, 2011 Share Posted May 6, 2011 How about Cullen Jenkins? Could be a solid addition to the D-line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Armchair GM Posted May 6, 2011 Share Posted May 6, 2011 I don't know about Scaife. He wouldn't be a terrible addition, but he's 30 and hasn't been as effective the last few seasons. I would imagine Zach Miller and Kevin Boss are better available tight ends. Can you give me a link to the list of URFA's that you are referring too. The one I'm looking at doesn't have many of the other players mentioned in the responses to this post...?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simpleman Posted May 6, 2011 Author Share Posted May 6, 2011 While the Bills could use some "Miller Time"; I think Boss would be a better fit. We could also look at getting the TE from VA Tech, Andre Smith. He is undrafted, 6' 5" - 285 lbs, can block & has good hands. Wow, I have to admit I never saw Andre Smith on the radar. I checked him out. He sounds like a great prospect for the Bills. Anyone know much about him? Can you give me a link to the list of URFA's that you are referring too. The one I'm looking at doesn't have many of the other players mentioned in the responses to this post...?? I'm not a huge fan of the site, but walterfootball has nice lists on free agents that is easy to use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PDaDdy Posted May 6, 2011 Share Posted May 6, 2011 We all had our fantasy draft picks, only one of mine came true, my #1. I am really disappointed my #2 did not get picked, he was available. We still need a decent blocking TE with good hands. How about you, what free agents do you want the Bills to go after? And why? ALL OF THEM !! Especially someone who can hold the edge in the run game and rush the passer when it is found that Merriman really retired 3 years ago when he hurt his knee and got off the juice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pirate Angel Posted May 6, 2011 Share Posted May 6, 2011 Has anyone heard an update on Shawn Nelsons migraines??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerball Posted May 6, 2011 Share Posted May 6, 2011 Unofficial list broken down by position. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stony Posted May 6, 2011 Share Posted May 6, 2011 My short list: QB: Tyler Thigpen or Tarvaris Jackson - both mobile QBs with experience that can win a few games if needed TE: Matt Spaeth - solid blocking TE with good hands; comes from a winning culture in Pittsburgh OT: Tyson Clabo - nasty RT that is a bona fide starter DE: Trevor Pryce - veteran 5-tech that can teach Dareus and lead in the locker room, plus he'll come cheap LB: Kirk Morrison - solid-but-unspectacular inside LB, could be a perfect fit in a 3-4 BAM! This alone makes the offseason a resounding success. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick in RaChaCha Posted May 6, 2011 Share Posted May 6, 2011 My short list: QB: Tyler Thigpen or Tarvaris Jackson - both mobile QBs with experience that can win a few games if needed TE: Matt Spaeth - solid blocking TE with good hands; comes from a winning culture in Pittsburgh OT: Tyson Clabo - nasty RT that is a bona fide starter DE: Trevor Pryce - veteran 5-tech that can teach Dareus and lead in the locker room, plus he'll come cheap LB: Kirk Morrison - solid-but-unspectacular inside LB, could be a perfect fit in a 3-4 I agree with all these additions - With QB and OT being the most important. And more LBs can't hurt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Cocktosten Posted May 6, 2011 Share Posted May 6, 2011 I have to believe that Nix have someone targeted to rush off of the edge in FA. If he's counting on Merriman and Moats, Brady will be enjoying another holdiay in the pocket. Waiting on guys like Maybin, Batten and Coleman to develop is just wishful thinking too. When San Diego was at their best, Merriman and Phillips were dominant and made a bad secondary look good. For some reason, Nix has passed at the chance to address that position in the draft two years in a row. Obviously Dareus will help and combined with KW could be lethal inside but collapsing a pocket is only effective if your edge rushers can constently get up field. Look at the last couple of teams in the SB, most had dominant outside pass rushers, why Nix is not making this priority continues to astound me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dpberr Posted May 6, 2011 Share Posted May 6, 2011 Ryan Clabo and any of those TEs, but preferably Zach Miller. Both would be outstanding pick ups at position of need and worth the investment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost of Rob Johnson Posted May 6, 2011 Share Posted May 6, 2011 Unofficial list broken down by position. From that list, no one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Armchair GM Posted May 6, 2011 Share Posted May 6, 2011 Wow, I have to admit I never saw Andre Smith on the radar. I checked him out. He sounds like a great prospect for the Bills. Anyone know much about him? Here's the run down....excellent blocker, special teams ace. Made a name for himself as an offensive weapon his senior year. A bit of an inspiring story as well, here's a link Andre Smith I had this kid on my radar for a while. He's kinda like Witten, not the fastest guy in the world, but can get open. He's a big kid that may present some match up issues. I'd put him on my list of UDFA's right next to Nick Bellore, ILB, CMU. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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