tjprime Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 Simple theory, who's going to be the player YOU think is going to turn it on for the BILLS this year. They guy that steps it up, rips it up and leaves others teams wondering who the heck was that guy ala Stevie Johnson last year. My Pick offensively goes to Spiller. No disrespect intended to Fred Jackson, think he's a hell of a ball player and person (bumped into him twice locally and he was great) but I think the light is on for Spiller and he realizes how to play at the NFL level. Defensively I think Shawne Merriman shuts all the doubters up about how he's done. One last thing, Kamar Aiken will be on the main roster by the end of the season and contributing. Flame Away Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCinBuffalo Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 (edited) #1 Merriman. - Do I need to explain this? #2 Parrish - Roscoe Parrish will be an unexpected star in this offense. Roscoe will be on Primetime, and they will have to come up with a nickname, because he will light it up. That's my call. I may be wrong, but I doubt it. It has become clear, to me anyway , that the type of offense Gailey wants to run is a deception/speed/quickness from the skill players and 2 second throws from Fitz. This is Roscoe's game to the letter. There will be lots and lots of WR screens, reverses, and of course, snap throws to Roscoe...all done in order to get him in space with the ball, on the move, or standing still, it doesn't really matter. Roscoe in space is the key. He is far quicker than all but a very few opposing D players, so space is all he needs to gain a serious advantage. If he is already moving in that space...then they are screwed. We all know what he can do when he is moving in space...on punt returns. The difference is: as a WR there are only 2-4 people that can actually tackle him, rather than 5-8 on a punt. There is no middle ground here. Either this approach will work, and be used a lot, or, it will fail miserably. Much depends on Roscoe himself, and whether he uses the assets he is given on each play properly. Edited September 5, 2011 by OCinBuffalo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bills7834 Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 I agree with you about Spiller. The sky is the limit for him. While he may never be an every down back, I think he has a ton of potential and should be a home run threat this year. If Merriman can stay healthy he will be all world IMHO. As I've said before, he's either lights out or IR'd for the season. If he's playing he will destroy opposing QB's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VirginiaMike Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 On Defense, I think it will be Danny Batten when he gets on the field. Early in the season Kelsay, who I don't like to bash, will see less time on the field and Batten more. On Offense I think that Parish could be the guy, but I also think Gailey likes the big wideouts and that will limit his chances. The other guy I think will step up is Scott Chandler Just my opinion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rockinon Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 offense # Pos. Demetrius Bell 77 OL Colin Brown 74 OL Scott Chandler 84 TE Marcus Easley 81 WR Ryan Fitzpatrick 14 QB Chris Hairston 75 OT Fred Jackson 22 RB Steve Johnson 13 WR Donald Jones 19 WR Andy Levitre 67 OL David Martin 80 TE Ruvell Martin 83 WR Corey McIntyre 38 FB David Nelson 86 WR Roscoe Parrish 11 WR Erik Pears 79 OL Zack Pianalto 87 TE Chad Rinehart 76 OL Brad Smith 16 QB C.J. Spiller 28 RB Tyler Thigpen 4 QB Kraig Urbik 60 OL Johnny White 35 RB Eric Wood 70 OL defense # Pos. Nick Barnett 50 LB Danny Batten 57 LB Jairus Byrd 31 S Alex Carrington 92 DE Marcell Dareus 99 DT Andra Davis 54 LB Robert Eddins 48 LB Dwan Edwards 98 DE Drayton Florence 29 CB Kellen Heard 72 DT Spencer Johnson 91 DE Chris Kelsay 90 LB Terrence McGee 24 CB Leodis McKelvin 21 CB Shawne Merriman 56 LB Arthur Moats 52 LB Kirk Morrison 58 LB Justin Rogers 42 CB Bryan Scott 43 S Da'Norris Searcy 25 DB Kelvin Sheppard 55 LB Torell Troup 96 NT Chris White 94 LB Kyle Williams 95 NT Aaron Williams 23 DB George Wilson 37 S specialists # Pos. Rian Lindell 9 K Brian Moorman 8 P Garrison Sanborn 65 LS That's right.....they are all going to show up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Defend Greece Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 Eddins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 Simple theory, who's going to be the player YOU think is going to turn it on for the BILLS this year. They guy that steps it up, rips it up and leaves others teams wondering who the heck was that guy ala Stevie Johnson last year. My Pick offensively goes to Spiller. No disrespect intended to Fred Jackson, think he's a hell of a ball player and person (bumped into him twice locally and he was great) but I think the light is on for Spiller and he realizes how to play at the NFL level. Defensively I think Shawne Merriman shuts all the doubters up about how he's done. One last thing, Kamar Aiken will be on the main roster by the end of the season and contributing. Flame Away I'm thinking Danny Batten on D and David Nelson on O. If Merriman is healthy, it's no surprise he can play to a high level. Ditto a lot is expected of Dareus. So even though I expect both of them to shine, I can't consider them "breakout" players. I believe Spiller will improve his play and contribute, I don't expect him to have a breakout year though. Maybe next year. No real rationale - I guess from what I see he's learning, but he ain't quite learned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frogger Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 I'm going batten as well, with all the attention given to Merriman, dareus and williams, batten and his natural pass rushing abilities and better feel for the game will take the other olb spot and end the season with 8+ sacks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miserable_fan Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 After watching the pre-season, I'm going with Carrington Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Webster Guy Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 Donald Jones Offense Aaron Williams gets the start midseason and becomes an Antoine Winfield type of corner with killer hits and solid coverage skills. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speedy G Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 #1 Merriman. - Do I need to explain this? #2 Parrish - Roscoe Parrish will be an unexpected star in this offense. Roscoe will be on Primetime, and they will have to come up with a nickname, because he will light it up. That's my call. I may be wrong, but I doubt it. It has become clear, to me anyway , that the type of offense Gailey wants to run is a deception/speed/quickness from the skill players and 2 second throws from Fitz. This is Roscoe's game to the letter. There will be lots and lots of WR screens, reverses, and of course, snap throws to Roscoe...all done in order to get him in space with the ball, on the move, or standing still, it doesn't really matter. Roscoe in space is the key. He is far quicker than all but a very few opposing D players, so space is all he needs to gain a serious advantage. If he is already moving in that space...then they are screwed. We all know what he can do when he is moving in space...on punt returns. The difference is: as a WR there are only 2-4 people that can actually tackle him, rather than 5-8 on a punt. There is no middle ground here. Either this approach will work, and be used a lot, or, it will fail miserably. Much depends on Roscoe himself, and whether he uses the assets he is given on each play properly. While I agree with you on Gaileys offensive approach, deception,speed & quickness must have multiple weapons, Chan has talked about getting Spiller into space as well, and if they're both in the game at the same time, it WILL creat problems for opposing defenses!, Add Fred and 2 more wideouts and all Fitz has to do is find 1 of them in space and BOOM! The offense could be "Lights On" fun to watch. If the defense plays "Lights out", that could mean bad news for opposing Electric Companies. break out players may change from week to week . . . just sayin' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astrobot Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 On Defense, I think it will be Danny Batten when he gets on the field. Early in the season Kelsay, who I don't like to bash, will see less time on the field and Batten more. On Offense I think that Parish could be the guy, but I also think Gailey likes the big wideouts and that will limit his chances. The other guy I think will step up is Scott Chandler Just my opinion Exactly! Batten and Chandler were who I thought of immediately, and if Parrish can catch the 2-second throw into space that has been working all preseason, you nailed it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C.Biscuit97 Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 Aaron Maybin I think McKelvin starts becoming a big time playmaker, which he has shown flashes of at times. I think he gets into his own head. An improved pass rush should really help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cub Reporter Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 I don't think he'll have a breakout season this year, but soon I think Kamar Aiken is going to have a breakout season soon. A couple years ago I saw potential in a young reciever by the name of Stevie Johnson and think Kamar is on the same path as Stevie. Kamar had good hands and was a strong ball carrier. If he isn't plucked off our practice squad I wouldn't be suprised if (due to injuries) he got so playing time this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Hindsight Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 Merriman as people have stated above. Also I expect Dareus to have a big year. Alex Carrington I think will be a nice surprise too On offense I expect Fitzbeardy to improve big time and cut down on TOs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 Aaron Maybin I think McKelvin starts becoming a big time playmaker, which he has shown flashes of at times. I think he gets into his own head. An improved pass rush should really help. My toast, C.Biscuit, you have the sar chasm digger workin' overtime on Labor Day! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fan in San Diego Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 I like what I've seen from Easly. I hope he has a big year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swnybillsfan Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 don't really know if they'll be "breaking out" or not, but two players that i will be watching for chris hairston and kelvin sheppard. hairston looks like he has a bit of nasty in him, and shep seems to have a serious nose for the ball. honorable mention goes to scott chandler and kellen heard...i just really like having big guys on my team! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Offside Number 76 Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 Byrd will return to his first-year form. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCinBuffalo Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 (edited) While I agree with you on Gaileys offensive approach, deception,speed & quickness must have multiple weapons, Chan has talked about getting Spiller into space as well, and if they're both in the game at the same time, it WILL creat problems for opposing defenses!, Add Fred and 2 more wideouts and all Fitz has to do is find 1 of them in space and BOOM! The offense could be "Lights On" fun to watch. If the defense plays "Lights out", that could mean bad news for opposing Electric Companies. break out players may change from week to week . . . just sayin' Nobody on this board would rather be wrong about it being only Parrish, and have it be multiple guys kicking ass, more than me. I would love to see what amounts to an updated for 2011 "run and shoot" offense...that can also run the ball consistently, and involves the TE position...somehow. I don't know how, I am not an NFL coach. Here's what I do know: If Spiller can motion out to one slot, which should also expose the defense they are playing btw, and have Roscoe in the other...that's nasty. How many team's 3-4th best corner can cover those guys? Or the other way, how many team's 3rd best corner can cover Steve Johnson? You work in the TE, David Nelson, and disguise a few plays that look like short ones, but are actually bombs to Johnson...this could be good. We'll see. Right now I see Parrish being more experienced, and more likely to be in position to make plays...with the occasional big play going to Johnson. That's the thing. We almost HAVE to start hurting people with Parrish/Spiller/Fred Jackson catching balls, for Johnson to get a chance. Or, this could all be September Wishful Thinking Edited September 5, 2011 by OCinBuffalo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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