boyst Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 what is source that those guys are there??????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoDontKnowSnow Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 what is source that those guys are there??????? Russ did say "... who's in the back of the room" when we mentioned Thurman earlier... not sure about Tasker/Brown though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebandit27 Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 what is source that those guys are there??????? Brandon mentioned it at the very beginning of the PC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apuszczalowski Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 Then wonder by Jim's not there if those guys all are. I know its New Year's and he might be out of town or what not Looking at Kellys past, he is probably still passed out on the floor or just waking up to one of the worst hangovers imaginable.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KRT88 Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 So why does nobody scream about how we could have had Ponder also, yet they include him in the list of rookies making the playoffs? Ponder was being called the worst starting QB in the league a few weeks ago, he is the starter on a team being carried by AP. What has kaepernick really proved out there? He won games with the same team that Alex Smith won games with, yet people keep talking about how Smith is such a horrible QB. Kaepernick sure did look elite when they played a good team in Seattle 2 weeks ago......... My point isn't that we didn't draft THESE guys, is that we failed to draft anyone to have a future QB on the roster. Why not talk Ryan Mallet in the 3rd round two years ago? Or someone else, draft a QB or move yourself around in the draft to get yourself in a position to draft one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bills44 Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 I heard Thurman yell "It's on like a MOFO" just before Brandon took the podium Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boyst Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 I heard Thurman yell "It's on like a MOFO" just before Brandon took the podium ha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uncle flap Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 (edited) what is source that those guys are there??????? They were named* by Russ. Ruben Brown was quoted on twitter saying, "I wasn't really planning on going, but I was in the building anyway." EDIT: *Acknowledged by Russ as being present Edited January 1, 2013 by uncle flap Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanInUticaTampa Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 I heard Thurman yell "It's on like a MOFO" just before Brandon took the podium Haw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boyst Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 They were named* by Russ. Ruben Brown was quoted on twitter saying, "I wasn't really planning on going, but I was in the building anyway." EDIT: *Acknowledged by Russ as being present Interesting on Ruben being in the building. You know, the Packers are owned by the town. Imagine the Bills owned by players?.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LiterateStylish Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 Brandon and Nix both said that there is no definite transition to Whaley coming yet. At some point, because he is 70 years old, Whaley will take up. But there is no timetable. Nix is still our GM. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tito1 Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 I heard Thurman yell "It's on like a MOFO" just before Brandon took the podium I laughed out loud on this one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRAWNDO Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 Once the new coach is hired we will see how much change there is Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apuszczalowski Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 My point isn't that we didn't draft THESE guys, is that we failed to draft anyone to have a future QB on the roster. Why not talk Ryan Mallet in the 3rd round two years ago? Or someone else, draft a QB or move yourself around in the draft to get yourself in a position to draft one. Because tehy didn't feel that drafting a guy then was the right time, their plan was to build everything else and then bring in a young QB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoSaint Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 Interesting on Ruben being in the building. You know, the Packers are owned by the town. Imagine the Bills owned by players?.... Ruben lives in town, no? Not that odd he would be on the list of guys invited. In the last decade, how many others had his success. For what it's worth, he endorses lovie (was noted yesterday).... And what it's worth is clearly nothing, just a tidbit to share. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flmike Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 I can't blame Nix too much. I agreed that we needed to improve the defense since Fitz had shown that he could win. His meltdown astonished a lot of people and may have happened for the same reason that Edwards did - a monster hit and concussion that really did affect his subsequent play. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bills44 Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 Ruben lives in town, no? Not that odd he would be on the list of guys invited. In the last decade, how many others had his success. For what it's worth, he endorses lovie (was noted yesterday).... And what it's worth is clearly nothing, just a tidbit to share. yes, he lives in town. I believe Tasker does as well (his son went to St. Francis). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
San Jose Bills Fan Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 Brandon (paraphrased): "With regards to Buddy Nix, there is no loss of power, I know that might be the perception but Buddy will lose no power." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bills44 Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 I must have missed that part of the presser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubs Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 So, that was an interesting press conference. I have to say, Brandon is very impressive and I want to believe in his vision and passion. The only thing I am a little concerned about is how much does this actually change things? If a 94 year old Ralph giving up "control" (you have to believe he was very involved prior to this point) really makes a big difference, then I could see this moving forward in a good direction. I am not sure if people caught this, but I loved the small soundbite of Russ alluding to a new stadium on the horizon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoSaint Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 I can't blame Nix too much. I agreed that we needed to improve the defense since Fitz had shown that he could win. His meltdown astonished a lot of people and may have happened for the same reason that Edwards did - a monster hit and concussion that really did affect his subsequent play. Fitz always was and always would've been a 6 to 9 win qb. He had a high floor, which is why they let him keep the seat warm while filling up the other chairs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris heff Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 I’m sorry but this is just same old crap different year. Brandon has complete control, so what! He is not the owner. There is no accountability. When this team is sold, and it will be eventually, all these guys will more than likely be fired. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AKA Bigdog Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 I must have missed that part of the presser You probably missed the last 13 season as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FitzShowUsYourTitz Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 I think this is a great day for the Bills.....Russ is a money man and he has to know that the bottom line becomes healthier with a winner. He also knows (I hope) that it takes money to make money....I am cautiously optimistic....... OMG, me too. It's like I saw you across a crowded room! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerball Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 Brandon now on live WGR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanker Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 Ralph no longer has "final say" on all matters. If you don't recognize how deep this is, you're really are dense. Imagine if Jerry Jones handed the reigns to the Cowgirls over to someone else - or Dan Sneeder the Redskins. This is huge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
San Jose Bills Fan Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 You probably missed the last 13 season as well Try to act like an adult and not post false quotes in this discussion. Please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bills44 Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 You probably missed the last 13 season as well yeah, I just starting watching. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corp000085 Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 (edited) Day to day, nothing really changes... The big picture is that nobody in that organization yields to Ralph Wilson... Russ Brandon said that this team has been in the crapper since Super Bowl XXVIII; by saying that, he indirectly stated that Ralph Wilson was the reason. the big big picture is that Ralph Wilson, or his trust, has finally realized that his business model that was very successful from 1959-1995 is over. edit: brandon keeps mentioning the "emotional" visit with Ralph yesterday. I want to skirt the concept of discrediting Ralph because he's old, but the writing is on the wall and all but confirmed that Ralph, or most likely his handlers, realize that his time is done with this team. Edited January 1, 2013 by Corp000085 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebandit27 Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 Ralph no longer has "final say" on all matters. If you don't recognize how deep this is, you're really are dense. Imagine if Jerry Jones handed the reigns to the Cowgirls over to someone else - or Dan Sneeder the Redskins. This is huge. Very deep indeed. Day to day, nothing really changes... The big picture is that nobody in that organization yields to Ralph Wilson... Russ Brandon said that this team has been in the crapper since Super Bowl XXVIII; by saying that, he indirectly stated that Ralph Wilson was the reason. the big big picture is that Ralph Wilson, or his trust, has finally realized that his business model that was very successful from 1959-1995 is over. Indeed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
San Jose Bills Fan Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 yeah, I just starting watching. You didn't miss anything. Bigdog posted a false quote which was never said. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaGimp Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 Maybe Russ will bring back the glory days of Marv levy as GM! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punch Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 Two interesting and equally valid takes from twitter regarding this news: Paul Peck @ PeckOnSports Massive change isn't always best idea. Bills are making changes, using some of same people in new roles. Some will be unhappy. I like it. @ BfloBlog Man, if only the Bills had a visionary like Russ Brandon working for them before today Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corp000085 Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 Maybe Russ will bring back the glory days of Marv levy as GM! That was Ralph asking Marv for a favor... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4BillsintheBurgh Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 I can't blame Nix too much. I agreed that we needed to improve the defense since Fitz had shown that he could win. His meltdown astonished a lot of people and may have happened for the same reason that Edwards did - a monster hit and concussion that really did affect his subsequent play. I think it's because of a lack of talent. Same as "he's had too many coordinators" as an excuse. Both qb's were inconsistent and had their issues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Lightning Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 (edited) Mixed mind here....on the one hand our team does not need blowing up. There's some damn good players in the trenches and in the backfield. But as good as Buddy has been on FA, resigning our players and some draft picks, he has whiffed on QB's consistently. RB is a young guy seemingly with an open mind and talks accountability. All we will an do is see what the FO does in the coming weeks. I'm not ready to bless or blast the plan. Edited January 1, 2013 by Green Lightning Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corp000085 Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 Russ just confirmed that he was at Tempo with Gruden!!! In jest of course, but he confirmed that he reads TBD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdog1960 Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 littman's input means wilson's input. how much is the key question though any is too much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
San Jose Bills Fan Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 Russ just confirmed that he was at Tempo with Gruden!!! In jest of course, but he confirmed that he reads TBD Actually he said that "he read somewhere… " He never said anything about The Stadium Wall. They're interviewing Brandon one-on-one right now. Talking about the possibility of a new stadium. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outsidethebox Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 OMG, me too. It's like I saw you across a crowded room! LOL! I just spit out my coffee! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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