Kelly the Dog Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 We can argue and not know all day long whether this was a Brandon move, a Whaley move, or a move both of them jointly were in favor of. But this does not at all look like a Buddy Nix hire, although he may very well have a lot of respect for Marrone like a lot of established NFL brass. Personally, I think both Brandon and Whaley were all over this guy, and I especially like that in one week we have gone from Ralph/Nix/Chan to Brandon/Whaley/Marrone. Young, aggressive, organized, detail oriented. Not your daddy's or Uncle Ralphy's Bills. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erik Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 We can argue and not know all day long whether this was a Brandon move, a Whaley move, or a move both of them jointly were in favor of. But this does not at all look like a Buddy Nix hire, although he may very well have a lot of respect for Marrone like a lot of established NFL brass. Personally, I think both Brandon and Whaley were all over this guy, and I especially like that in one week we have gone from Ralph/Nix/Chan to Brandon/Whaley/Marrone. Young, aggressive, organized, detail oriented. Not your daddy's or Uncle Ralphy's Bills. This was an anti-old school, Wilson or Nix type of hire. I said when Brandon had his press conference that they were definitely going to be going in a different direction and IMO this hire just confirms that. Hopefully the different direction will provide different results. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
San Jose Bills Fan Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 Like you say, we may never find out. But I agree with you. And if it is the case where Whaley and Brandon were the prime movers here, it would lend credence to the idea that Nix is being phased out. That would be a blow to the "literalists" who decided to believe Brandon at his word in Tuesday's press conference that Nix would remain GM with "no loss of power." Funny how some people who are typically cynical could suddenly become so believing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lurker Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 IMO, Buddy's here through the draft and then, back to either {1} being a "super scout", focused on the SEC or {2} his Tennessee porch. Either way, I thank him for stabilizing the ship, even if the wheels fell off a bit this year based on the preseason expectations... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 I fully expect Nix to step down later this spring after the draft. By all accounts, he is turning over the GM duties to Whaley. This hire definitely smacks of Brandon/Whaley. I don't know that I agree with it at all, but it definitely signifies a new direction for the franchise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsVet Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 The hire indicates to me that Nix has become GM in name only. He'll continue to scout, which is where he's most comfortable but the higher level stuff is Whaley's domain now. And that includes building this team's identity and synthesizing that with the personnel side of the house. Nix struggled to build an identity and mesh it with Gailey's vision. It would seem more competent people are in the GM and HC roles as opposed to a week ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eball Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 Yup, it appears to be confirmation of what many of felt was implied during Russ's press conference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
San Jose Bills Fan Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 Yup, it appears to be confirmation of what many of felt was implied during Russ's press conference. As opposed to what was actually said. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eball Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 The hire indicates to me that Nix has become GM in name only. He'll continue to scout, which is where he's most comfortable but the higher level stuff is Whaley's domain now. And that includes building this team's identity and synthesizing that with the personnel side of the house. Nix struggled to build an identity and mesh it with Gailey's vision. It would seem more competent people are in the GM and HC roles as opposed to a week ago. That is damn close to -- shudder -- optimism, coming from you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taro T Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 I fully expect Nix to step down later this spring after the draft. By all accounts, he is turning over the GM duties to Whaley. This hire definitely smacks of Brandon/Whaley. I don't know that I agree with it at all, but it definitely signifies a new direction for the franchise. Pretty much where I'm at with all this. I'm hoping Buddy stays on as a scout; the O-line is the best it's been in 20 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobinaz Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 IMO, Buddy's here through the draft and then, back to either {1} being a "super scout", focused on the SEC or {2} his Tennessee porch. Either way, I thank him for stabilizing the ship, even if the wheels fell off a bit this year based on the preseason expectations... I'd like to see Buddy stay on in charge of scouting. Still need that old school feel of scouting. Buddy hasn't been all bad in drafting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GG Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 I think that the fact that the press needed confirmation from Brandon and not Nix, tells it all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max997 Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 I get the impression this was all Brandon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Gun Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 I wonder if Marrone was the Bills first choice? Did they have him targeted once they knew they were firing Gailey? Just wondering. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KOKBILLS Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 If in fact this was all Brandon and Whaley, and no Nix...All I can say is thank God!!!... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Trooth Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 I think if Brandon outlined his vision for the organization and Buddy bought in, I think a consensus was reached. But, the reality of this is that Buddy's days are numbered. We all know that. With this hire though, I think Buddy rides off into the sunset before next season begins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max997 Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 I wonder if Marrone was the Bills first choice? Did they have him targeted once they knew they were firing Gailey? Just wondering. I don't see why that matters bc things can easily change once the interview process begins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
San Jose Bills Fan Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 But, the reality of this is that Buddy's days are numbered. We all know that. Some of us know that Nix has reduced power. Others don't see it that way. This hire is a pretty emphatic piece of evidence however so there's less conjecture than there was even on Tuesday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarolinaBill Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 How was this not a Nix move? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3rdand12 Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 Could it be a compilation ? Of the "get a feel for the guy " and the analytics method. I think Nix still brings alot to the table. But i like the new direction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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