Rockinon Posted February 22, 2013 Share Posted February 22, 2013 (edited) TE is a position that is over the past ten years has exploded in terms of importance. So when it comes to S.Chandler and the Bills, the view seems to be mixed. He is a big target at 6-7 260, his numbers have improved each year over the past few seasons. However many seem to still not be 'sold' oh Chandler, much of this doubt seems warranted, but how much of the blame is to be placed on the sub par QB play? I think Chandler with a better QB could be in the top tier of TE's in the league. What do you think? Check out this link, it may help you come to your own decision. http://www.footballo...rs.com/stats/te In terms of caught balls this past season, Syracuse had slightly less than %15 caught by tight ends, the Bills last season were not too far from that same number. I think however that is not a reflection of Chandlers effectiveness, but more a reflection of Fitz inaccuracy. Regardless it will be interesting to see how the new OC uses Chandler, or if the FO brings someone in to compete with him. Chandler would have better numbers if he played in all 16 games as well. Because of the seriousness of his injury, he's all ready projected to miss some time next year as well. He is big, strong, has good hands but is far from being an elite pass catcher or blocker. Aside from the injury though, I would describe him as a steady dependable player. We need another solid TE. I really think our passing game would be better with bigger stronger pass catchers. I don't think we had a healthy receiving core the entire season because they are all small and/or injury prone. Edited February 22, 2013 by Rockinon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Trooth Posted February 22, 2013 Share Posted February 22, 2013 Does Syracuse have a good senior te? Nick Pavero maybe Provo graduated last year. Beckett Wales and Dave Stevens were the TEs this year. I think they are both seniors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3rdand12 Posted February 22, 2013 Share Posted February 22, 2013 (edited) Who the heck is that basketball player we have already ? Maybe he was on the PS. ? Caussin has been injured and may not make it this season but we had another i thought who was a hopeful with some coaching up already on the Bills. Edited February 22, 2013 by 3rdand12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JPS Posted February 23, 2013 Share Posted February 23, 2013 Yup...Nathaniel hackett runs a "west coast"" offense...thats why im making a case for barkley..he will fit perfectly in this scheme He would. Didn't AP come back for the 1st game after being injured late in the previous year? Why not Chandler? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimer1960 Posted February 23, 2013 Share Posted February 23, 2013 I think that Chandler is a decent middle of the pack NFL starting TE. There are much better receiving TEs and better blockers, but he is an adequate combination of both. If there is a great TE prospect in the draft, they should consider him, but I think that WR is a bigger need. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nuncha Posted February 23, 2013 Share Posted February 23, 2013 Chandler is solid. We need atleast one more good TE. We haven't had two good TE's on the team since Metzelaars and McKeller....In fact Chandler is the first decent TE since Jay Rimersma Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitro Posted February 23, 2013 Share Posted February 23, 2013 Rumors that the Bills are cutting ties with David Nelson and coupled with the cutting of Donald Jones and Chandler possibly the whole season leave the team short in the skill positions. The Bills with 6 draft picks, having resign their free agents and limited amount of money for other teams free agents will have to be very careful. They need help at QB, WR, ILB and DB. That does not factor in a new TE. The next 2 months will be very interesting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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