hondo in seattle Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 If I'm not mistaken, the Pack is also carrying only 3 backup O Linemen. Given they won the SB, I think the Packers know what they're doing. Maybe 8 total linemen isn't such a horrible idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jahnyc Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 Sorry, but when has Pears been "solid throughout"? Of course he deserves a chance to show that he can play at a high level and I hope that he does, but I have my doubts that he will. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hondo in seattle Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 And besides, the linemen we cut weren't good. Why waste roster spots on untalented players? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly the Dog Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 If I'm not mistaken, the Pack is also carrying only 3 backup O Linemen. Given they won the SB, I think the Packers know what they're doing. Maybe 8 total linemen isn't such a horrible idea. I just looked at two games for the Pack last year when they won the SB, the first game of the season and the last game, and they had nine OL for each. The only two I looked at. http://www.nfl.com/liveupdate/gamecenter/55060/GB_Gamebook.pdf http://www.nfl.com/liveupdate/gamecenter/54873/PHI_Gamebook.pdf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob in STL Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 I take it to mean Hairston swingtackle Rhineart swingguard Colin Brown backup center Wow. This is living on the edge. ... and no way can Hairston play effectively against starters at this point in his short career. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Senator Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 If I'm not mistaken, the Pack is also carrying only 3 backup O Linemen. Given they won the SB, I think the Packers know what they're doing. Maybe 8 total linemen isn't such a horrible idea. The Packers also signed Graham Harrell well after the Bills' QB problems were quite obvious, yet still passed him over at least 3 times. I think it may be a bit of a reach to extrapolate from the Packers' depth chart that because they know what they're doing, so also must the Bills. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nucci Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 Not that this makes the Bills any better but there are many teams with O-Line problems. The Eagles just recently decided on their starting C and RT. Their depth is not great also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 The FA market has really dried up and as I figured any O-lineman with any sort of pedigree signed with a contender. It will be REAL interesting to see what they come up with if the Bills actually need to sign someone. The thing is, Dan, unless you are a pro-bowl OL or playing for a contender, being an OL is kinda like being an air traffic controller: if no one knows your name, that's pretty much good. If you're being regularly noticed and called out by announcers, it's pretty much bad. I think there are a couple of NFL-quality veteran backups who were cut, who could provide depth. Someone mentioned Ryan Cook (cut by the Vikes). I don't know who else, but esp from teams with quality OL I'm sure there are other "never heard of him" for whom teams didn't have room I think it's very likely the Bills will sign 1-2 OL after week 1 when the salary is no longer guaranteed The Packers also signed Graham Harrell well after the Bills' QB problems were quite obvious, yet still passed him over at least 3 times. I think it may be a bit of a reach to extrapolate from the Packers' depth chart that because they know what they're doing, so also must the Bills. ? QB problems? Wow. This is living on the edge. ... and no way can Hairston play effectively against starters at this point in his short career. Welcome to the Bills OL. I hope Fitz has good life insurance, and I'm glad Levi is still around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 Don't worry. Bills o-linemen are very durable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White Linen Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 I say if Hairston had to come in right now we would not miss a beat and might even be better especially in the run game It's funny we agree on that he could come right in and play. I watched the last game 3 times and watched specifically the o-line the second and third time. I think he's much more ready in the pass game. Obviously you saw something different. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sisyphean Bills Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 Don't worry. Bills o-linemen are very durable. Unfortunately, players that aren't as good as the opposition tend to draw more penalties and get hurt more often because, well, they just aren't as good. The Packers also signed Graham Harrell well after the Bills' QB problems were quite obvious, yet still passed him over at least 3 times. I think it may be a bit of a reach to extrapolate from the Packers' depth chart that because they know what they're doing, so also must the Bills. Somewhat seriously though, Harrell has reportedly taken some great strides in his development as a QB, getting better at playing under center, etc. Meanwhile, Brohm is playing for some club in the UFL, if there is a UFL? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Senator Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 ? QB problems ? Obviously Chan saw something in Trent that the rest of us missed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EasternOHBillsFan Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 Don't worry. Bills o-linemen are very durable. Jerry Crafts was durable when he played. That worked out BEAUTIFULLY. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
symbiant Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 Not that this makes the Bills any better but there are many teams with O-Line problems. The Eagles just recently decided on their starting C and RT. Their depth is not great also. Aren't the Eagles starting two rookies on their OL? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 Jerry Crafts was durable when he played. That worked out BEAUTIFULLY. Only our bad linemen are durable. Mike Puccillo probably never missed a game or practice in his life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John from Riverside Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 Wow. This is living on the edge. ... and no way can Hairston play effectively against starters at this point in his short career. Really on Hairston? based on what? His bad play during pre season? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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