Geno Smith's Arm Posted April 11, 2012 Share Posted April 11, 2012 I have watched his highlights, and they are good. But I wanna see the "lowlights". I wanna see if he had any problems throwing from the pocket. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajzepp Posted April 11, 2012 Share Posted April 11, 2012 As I was reading this post I was thinking to myself "I wonder if this qb is black." But thanks to the highlighted code, I guess I dont even need to google it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Posted April 11, 2012 Share Posted April 11, 2012 Boom! Goes the dynamite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#34fan Posted April 11, 2012 Share Posted April 11, 2012 After getting blasted in the face with Russell Wilson all day everyday, a la Tim tebow on espn, I decided to take a long look at a bunch of Russell Wilson videos today. My thoughts prior to my research today: He's a good college qb that benefited from having an amazing OL and running game to go with some good talent at WR. I thought his height would be a big issue in the nfl and drafting him would be a COMPLETELY wasted pick. Post research thoughts: I like him more than I did. He's got great pocket awareness. I thought it was just his athletic ability that allowed to him make plays after the play broke down (tavaris Jackson is an example), but it's a definite combination of athletic ability and pocket awareness (Aaron Rodgers/big ben). He's a smart well spoken kid that has a tremendous head on his shoulders and motivation won't be a problem. I could see him developing in a solid player down the road due to his combination of character/ability. That being said, I still believe his height will be an issue. He may be able to overcome it, but he's still a guy that might be out of the league after 5 years of rising the pine. I wouldn't be opposed to drafting him in round 5-7. In the past, I scoffed at the idea. He's a good kid and has a chance, albeit slight. Hey, at least you did your homework, and formed an educated opinion. We can't know in advance if Wilson will be the new, improved, Flutie, but given his outstanding college production, to disqualify him solely on the basis of size seems completely unfair. As a side note, you could have used something besides "blasted in the face". Somehow it just doesn't sound right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
truth on hold Posted April 11, 2012 Share Posted April 11, 2012 (edited) Vick and brees are both listed exactly at 6.0, which probably means they're shorter -- I've heard radio announcers who've stood next to them say just that. So if theyre more like 5'10.5" to 5'11", the question is Wilson listed at those heights really more like 5'9.5"? I'd definitely give him a look if he's a true 5'11" - the evidence is there those guys can make it in the nfl - 5'10" or less he doesnt strike me as special enough to pull off the unprecedented. Edited April 11, 2012 by Joe_the_6_pack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MyHorseAteTheKid Posted April 11, 2012 Share Posted April 11, 2012 Mark my words, Russel Wilson will be a great player in the NFL. If we pass on him, it will come back to haunt us. I really believe this kid has everything but the ideal QB height. From the videos I've watched, it doesn't seem to be an issue for him though. I want him!!! 100% agree... But no higher than the 4th round!! This team has too many other needs.. This team has drated QB's who are no where near as talented much higher than the 4th or 5th round... If he is there in those rounds. it's a no brainer.. GO BILLS!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eball Posted April 11, 2012 Share Posted April 11, 2012 After getting blasted in the face with Russell Wilson all day everyday, a la Tim tebow on espn, I decided to take a long look at a bunch of Russell Wilson videos today. My thoughts prior to my research today: He's a good college qb that benefited from having an amazing OL and running game to go with some good talent at WR. I thought his height would be a big issue in the nfl and drafting him would be a COMPLETELY wasted pick. Post research thoughts: I like him more than I did. He's got great pocket awareness. I thought it was just his athletic ability that allowed to him make plays after the play broke down (tavaris Jackson is an example), but it's a definite combination of athletic ability and pocket awareness (Aaron Rodgers/big ben). He's a smart well spoken kid that has a tremendous head on his shoulders and motivation won't be a problem. I could see him developing in a solid player down the road due to his combination of character/ability. That being said, I still believe his height will be an issue. He may be able to overcome it, but he's still a guy that might be out of the league after 5 years of rising the pine. I wouldn't be opposed to drafting him in round 5-7. In the past, I scoffed at the idea. He's a good kid and has a chance, albeit slight. I'm guessing he won't be around by the 5th. Prob have to use a 4th on him. The Bills have made worse decisions. I like the guy despite myself; I watched him for two years down here and he ate up my Tar Heels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
716 Posted April 11, 2012 Share Posted April 11, 2012 As I was reading this post I was thinking to myself "I wonder if this qb is black." But thanks to the highlighted code, I guess I dont even need to google it. Ha ha...this is so true. I have no idea who this Wilson kid is, but after reading that post, I knew immediately he was a black QB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AllenToBrown2020 Posted April 11, 2012 Share Posted April 11, 2012 Who was the short QB who played for Detroit in the 90s? Thats who he reminds me of. Sorry if anyone already answered...but you're thinking of Scott Mitchell I believe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerball Posted April 11, 2012 Share Posted April 11, 2012 [This is an automated response] This subject matter is being currently being discussed or has already been discussed in a previous thread. Please consider using the "search" function before starting new topics. Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Posted April 11, 2012 Share Posted April 11, 2012 Sorry if anyone already answered...but you're thinking of Scott Mitchell I believe. Andre Ware? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coach Tuesday Posted April 11, 2012 Share Posted April 11, 2012 It was Rodney Peete. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gusbuf Posted April 11, 2012 Share Posted April 11, 2012 He is very mature and is engaged to be married soon, if I am not mistaken. Looks like he tied the knot this past weekend. Congrats to Russellmania! http://www2.timesdispatch.com/lifestyles/celebrations/2012/apr/08/i-do-i-do-ashton-meem-russell-wilson-ar-1818238/ Russell Wilson's trip to Gruden QB University on today on ESPNU http://www.jsonline.com/blogs/sports/146854245.html Another good scouting report, this one from ROb Rang at CBS Sportsline. http://www.philadelphiaeagles.com/news/article-1/Draft-Buzz-Offense/0928a7f0-e78f-4d1c-b2a5-65f3c4ef4ffe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gusbuf Posted April 11, 2012 Share Posted April 11, 2012 Looks like Russell Wilson enjoyed his visit with the Bills. http://twitter.com/#!/DangeRussWilson/status/187593664321691649/photo/1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
filthymcnasty08 Posted April 11, 2012 Share Posted April 11, 2012 Worth our 2nd pick in the 4th! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Big Cat Posted April 11, 2012 Share Posted April 11, 2012 Looks like Russell Wilson enjoyed his visit with the Bills. http://twitter.com/#!/DangeRussWilson/status/187593664321691649/photo/1 Just went through his Tweets from the past month and he mentions his trips to other NFL destinations, but never put out a followup with this kind of endorsement...interesting. Also, for all you lunatics who believe he'll still be around in the fourth...think again. I'd be okay with Buffalo using their second round pick on him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stinky finger Posted April 11, 2012 Share Posted April 11, 2012 Just went through his Tweets from the past month and he mentions his trips to other NFL destinations, but never put out a followup with this kind of endorsement...interesting. Also, for all you lunatics who believe he'll still be around in the fourth...think again. I'd be okay with Buffalo using their second round pick on him. I think you're right. No way this kid lasts until the 4th. Too hot and will get hotter. What's "too early" to take him? I wonder how our FO is guaging this guy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
San Jose Bills Fan Posted April 12, 2012 Share Posted April 12, 2012 Sorry if anyone already answered...but you're thinking of Scott Mitchell I believe. No, not Scott Mitchell. He was tall, even for a QB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#34fan Posted April 12, 2012 Share Posted April 12, 2012 (edited) John Gruden on Russell Wilson: "The only issue with Russell Wilson is his height," Gruden said of the 5-foot-11 quarterback. "That might be the reason he's not picked in the first couple rounds." "He's got tremendous mobility. I've got him at 4.50 [seconds] in the 40 [yard dash]. He's mastered two different offensive systems. This is a tremendous kid. His intangibles are off the charts." Even if we don't get Wilson, I hope he gets the opportunity to prove his doubters wrong. Tanneyhill, for all his height and hype, never even won the Big 12 South. Wilson won the Big Ten title his first year in the conference. With, I might add, an offense he learned in 3 weeks. If I were at the horse track, I'd bet Luck and RG3 to win, with Russell Wilson to place and show. It may be long odds, but you have to put certain horses in the money. Edited April 12, 2012 by #34fan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CSBill Posted April 12, 2012 Share Posted April 12, 2012 It's a backup QB drivin league......ask Jets fans Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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