zow2 Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 Not laughing here. You can tell his presence in the huddle and on the sidelines is helpful. His play on the field looked pretty good too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mountainwampus Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 It's not just Merriman. It's Kyle Moore too. Actually, Kyle Moore is making a bigger impact than any other D player right now. Merrimans sack was created by Moore's rush. Is it obvious yet how much Kelsay has been holding this team back? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jauronimo Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 It's not just Merriman. It's Kyle Moore too. Actually, Kyle Moore is making a bigger impact than any other D player right now. Merrimans sack was created by Moore's rush. Is it obvious yet how much Kelsay has been holding this team back? Merriman had his moments, but Moore was all over the field last night. Just needs to keep that right hand out of the QBs grill and he will bring home some sacks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeHateMe Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 (edited) I think Kyle Moore deserves a thread too. Edit: he's got one Edited November 16, 2012 by kobe808lak Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homey D. Clown Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 I agree, he is only 28 years old, still has tons of life left in his game, and if he can stay healthy, I can't for the life of me see why he shouldn't have a roster spot next season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chimp Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 While he looked good at times, I saw Merriman get dominated at the point of attack on more than one occasion. He was also dominate on a few plays against a solid left tackle in Long. Statements like yours are simply unrealistic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALF Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 Merriman's problem is that he is fragile and injury prone due to past behavior? He's very emotional and can fire up the defense when healthy. I like him a lot but would use him as a coach and motivator. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iommi Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 http://assets.sbnation.com/assets/1742743/merriman.gif Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Best Player Available Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 http://assets.sbnati...43/merriman.gif Well now that is simply awe inspiring. Let's extend him for 3 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattsox Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 (edited) You don't have to believe in the intangibles or question whether he can hold up for a full season, but the evidence is undeniable - when Merriman is in the lineup, the defense plays with a different intensity and there is more pressure on the QB. He was ineffective in the last two games, but it's understandable for him to take some time to get back in game shape. Today he showed what he can do. Nobody should expect an overall dominating effort. But he's certainly showed more off the bench than the Bills have been accustomed to. And we shouldn't discount his influence in the locker room. Let's hope he can stay healthy, because this is a better defense when he's on the field. He definitely brings leadership to the group. I remember he gave a pretty good speech last season before the first Bills/Patriots game. I wish him all the best and hope he can make a difference. If you have a player that makes Big plays and brings leadership to the unit. It's something that's pretty priceless when it comes to football. Edited November 16, 2012 by mattsox Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkington Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 http://assets.sbnati...43/merriman.gif I love that he didn't even bother trying to do swim moves or hand work, he just straight up hit him out of the way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helpmenow Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 I saw him patted dudes on the back. That is good teamate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonramz Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 For real . He made plays. Looked great. Got washed out a couple plays. Big impact. Great for rotation. Kelsay > Moore > Merriman > Anderson Kelsay has the worst gap discipline of the 4, by a pretty big margin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tedstrong Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 The initial comments were 'bang' on. He is stout on the edge and sets a ferocious tone for attitude on the field. I also feel his locker room presence is immeasurable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spiderweb Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 Merriman had his moments, but Moore was all over the field last night. Just needs to keep that right hand out of the QBs grill and he will bring home some sacks. Alas finally someone who saw what I saw. Moore was far more active and save the facemask penalty that cost the Bills and himself a sack, he looked promising. Merriman plays hard but has very little explosion any more. On the play where Merriman put Long on his butt, i cheered as others have mentioned. Yet,while I hope he can get back some quickness, i fear he won't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 If you we're at the game you also see him as the guy who is the chief motivator of the team, he is in to the game and his teammates and you can tell it. Good for him! It was great to see him have a very good game. Hopefully he continues to play like last night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajzepp Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 Riddle me this - why do the Bills cut a guy who is this good? We had to clear up roster spots for our eight kickers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solomon Grundy Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 For real . He made plays. Looked great. Got washed out a couple plays. Big impact. Great for rotation. Kelsay > Moore > Merriman > Anderson Moore>Anderson>Merriman>Kelsay. The run defense looks a lot better with Kelsay out of the lineup! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuffMuff Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 http://assets.sbnati...43/merriman.gif LB runs over a TACKLE? That doesnt happen too much!Lights out on Long! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 This defense could really make some noise next year. Merriman and Kyle have been dealing with recovering from their off-season surgeries and need the off-season to fully recover, while Mario has had the wrist thing, Anderson has been injured for awhile, and Dareus is still dealing with the death of his bro. The defense needs to address LB and maybe (take a pill before reading this Bill) CB, although I'd like to see what Gilmore and Brooks can do in year 2 and Rogers when healthy. They also need to re-sign Byrd. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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