merlin Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 (edited) Cliff Avril - DE/OLB - Detroit lions Brandon Albert - OT - Kansas City (UPDATE: KC put the franchise tag on Brandon Albert - he's off the market) Cary Williams - CB - Baltimore Louis Vasquez - G - San Diego Paul Kruger - OLB - Baltimore I know they can't go after all these guys, but I'd be happy if one or two of them had a buffalo on their helmets next season. Then they can use the draft for QB, WR, TE, and probably S . GO BILLS! Edited March 4, 2013 by merlin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Hindsight Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 Thats a hell of a wish list. Avril wants Mario money (and he might get close to it) so that is very unlikely. Kruger is my top choice. We need LBs and good ones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maddog69 Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 I love Vasquez if we lose Levitre Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canadian Bills Fan Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 Kruger is #1 on my FA wish list. CBF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bills of Boston Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 Count me in for Kruger as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FigPatrick Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 you do realize there are 31 other teams in the league, most being in a better position with upside than the Bills.... My advice, make a new list and start from the bottom of the FA talent pool Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Hammersticks Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 My attempt at coming up with a semi realistic FA wishlist: WR: Brandon Gibson (he's 25 years old, and the beginning of his career was marred by injuries....had somewhat of a breaout season last year. S: Laron Landry (Still young at 28, and would bring an immediate "toughness" to our secondary. His connection with Pettine couldn't hurt.) LB: Larry Grant (49ers LB who played in the shadows of Patrick Willis. He played really well when Willis was injured in 2011.) CB: Sean Smith (Young, Big corner who would fit in nicely with Pettine's scheme.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bills of Boston Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 KRUGA... my son tells me your company stinks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Vader Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 you do realize there are 31 other teams in the league, most being in a better position with upside than the Bills.... My advice, make a new list and start from the bottom of the FA talent pool I think merlin does know that. Which is why this is called a wish list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maddog69 Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 you do realize there are 31 other teams in the league, most being in a better position with upside than the Bills.... My advice, make a new list and start from the bottom of the FA talent pool Exactly, the Top NFL free agents will never, ever sign with the BIlls. Signed, Mario WIlliams Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbosrrgood Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 (edited) Cliff Avril - DE/OLB - Detroit lions Brandon Albert - OT - Kansas City Cary Williams - CB - Baltimore Louis Vasquez - G - San Diego Paul Kruger - OLB - Baltimore I know they can't go after all these guys, but I'd be happy if one or two of them had a buffalo on their helmets next season. Then they can use the draft for QB, WR, TE, and probably S . GO BILLS! I'm skeptical that the Bills will actually go after any of those guys seriously, but especially doubtful about Avril/Kruger/Albert. I like that you suggest we still need OT help, because I agree to some extent. However with Glenn looking solid, and a servicble group of options at RT (Hairston, Pears, Sanders?), I doubt the Bills will be looking at top options there. At CB, it depends on if we resign McKelvin, who Nix has said he wants to start (could be bs). If we don't sign him, Williams could be an option. I don't know much about Vasquez, other than the fact that the SD oline as a whole looked pretty damn bad last year. But if we don't sign Levitre, we will need one. Personally I think the Bills biggest needs are LB (ILB for a 3-4, all of them if they stick with a 4-3), WR, and SS. Edited March 4, 2013 by Turbosrrgood Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob T from OP Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 I wouldn't exclude LB Bart Scott out of the mix. Pettine will want him because he's familar with the defense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbosrrgood Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 I wouldn't exclude LB Bart Scott out of the mix. Pettine will want him because he's familar with the defense. I agree, he's older now but he would fill a big need for us if we do go to a mostly 3-4 D. Plus he would help with the transition. He should come cheap too, although I wonder if the Ravens will also show some interest, seeing as they have some holes themselves. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bunk Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 if the Titans end up letting TE/WR Jared Cook hit free agency, i'd love to take a look at him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solomon Grundy Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 I personally would like to see the Bills re-sign Levitre, McKelvin and Merriman. Aren't Merriman's measurables the same as Kruger's? It would be interesting to see Merriman play in Pettine's defense. A far as Branden Albert, lets draft him at #8. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VirginiaMike Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 KRUGA... my son tells me your company stinks! We will now have the airing of grievences and feats of strength -- a Festivus for the rest of us Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NFLBighits Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 if the Titans end up letting TE/WR Jared Cook hit free agency, i'd love to take a look at him. Delane Walker tight end from the 49ers is on the bills radar but Cook would be sweet but too much money unless we can get him for 4 million a year ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baba Booey Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 I'd like Kruger!!! Perfect for Pettines d. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bronc24 Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 We will now have the airing of grievences and feats of strength -- a Festivus for the rest of us I'll get the pole. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maddog69 Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 I think we will sign a couple of the ex Jets (Pace, Scott, Eric Smith and Mike Devito) I'd also like a solid LB like Mauluga and a WR (Hartline, Amendola, Henderson) and a veteran OG to replace Levitre Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsCelticsAngelsBama Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 I personally would like to see the Bills re-sign Levitre, McKelvin and Merriman. Aren't Merriman's measurables the same as Kruger's? It would be interesting to see Merriman play in Pettine's defense. A far as Branden Albert, lets draft him at #8. His measurables are the same , that is, until they hit the football field. Then.... no comparison Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
San Jose Bills Fan Posted March 5, 2013 Share Posted March 5, 2013 My attempt at coming up with a semi realistic FA wishlist: WR: Brandon Gibson (he's 25 years old, and the beginning of his career was marred by injuries....had somewhat of a breaout season last year. S: Laron Landry (Still young at 28, and would bring an immediate "toughness" to our secondary. His connection with Pettine couldn't hurt.) LB: Larry Grant (49ers LB who played in the shadows of Patrick Willis. He played really well when Willis was injured in 2011.) CB: Sean Smith (Young, Big corner who would fit in nicely with Pettine's scheme.) Good list. Sean Smith has some holes in his game but he's the prototype for today's cornerback. He has that "plus" size like Browner and Chancellor. I also like Bighits suggestion of Delanie Walker. He's an all-around excellent football player. I'm thinking these guys might be second-tier guys and thus, more affordable. If I'm wrong on their values, the market will clear that up soon enough. edit: I meant Sherman, not Chancellor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CSBill Posted March 5, 2013 Share Posted March 5, 2013 I would love to see the Bills go after this free agent: Andy Levitre! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mob16151 Posted March 5, 2013 Share Posted March 5, 2013 (edited) My semi realistic attempt at a wish list 1.Chris Houston 2.Owen Schmitt 3.Mike DeVito 4.Branden Moore 5.Martellus Bennet. Edited March 5, 2013 by mob16151 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ny33 Posted March 5, 2013 Share Posted March 5, 2013 My semi realistic attempt at a wish list 1.Chris Houston 2.Owen Schmitt 3.Mike DeVito 4.Branden Moore 5.Martellus Bennet. Moore is a decent idea; he'll probably come for a short deal (3 or so years) with most of the cash going toward this year's cap. Stay away from Cliff Avril, a 4-3 D.E. who will want a massive, lengthy contract. We already overpaid for Williams out of desperation (note: I think he's a good player, but great organizations don't pay that much money for other team's free agents other than QBs) and can't afford someone like Avril. Grab an offensive lineman and a good L.B. or two who will take a 3-4 year deal at under $4.5m/per. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbosrrgood Posted March 5, 2013 Share Posted March 5, 2013 (edited) Delane Walker tight end from the 49ers is on the bills radar but Cook would be sweet but too much money unless we can get him for 4 million a year ! Cook is good, but I would prefer walker anyway...He impressed me every single time he was on the field, he's one of those guys that can help in a lot of ways, and with Chandler still on the roster he would be a great compliment to him. Side note.. Just say NO to Bennett, he had one decent, but still disappointing year IMO with the Giants...Look at all of the TE's that have looked good with Manning only to do absolutely nothing afterwards, and Bennett didn't even look as good as those guys. Shockey, Shancoe, Boss, Ballard all looked good with the Giants, with good receivers over the top leaving them wide open, and all were disappointments after that. I see nothing about Bennett that makes me think he will be good after leaving the Giants. He drops a lot of passes, and runs sloppy routes. Probably why the giants don't want him back. Edited March 5, 2013 by Turbosrrgood Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted March 5, 2013 Share Posted March 5, 2013 Sean Smith has some holes in his game but he's the prototype for today's cornerback. He has that "plus" size like Browner and Chancellor. Eh, if he's better than Aaron Williams I'm in, but in general, I'm tired of us signing, drafting (and sticking with) "prototypes". McKelvin is a "prototype". Hardy was a "prototype". Easley is a "prototype". Quit with the prototypes, bring in some guys who can flat out play football. [end rant not directed at SJBF} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimBob2232 Posted March 5, 2013 Share Posted March 5, 2013 Okay Buddy....which one will be impressed by "Deers in your back yard"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swimtoga Posted March 5, 2013 Share Posted March 5, 2013 Kruger is absolutely horrible against the run. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
San Jose Bills Fan Posted March 5, 2013 Share Posted March 5, 2013 Side note.. Just say NO to Bennett, he had one decent, but still disappointing year IMO with the Giants...Look at all of the TE's that have looked good with Manning only to do absolutely nothing afterwards, and Bennett didn't even look as good as those guys. Shockey, Shancoe, Boss, Ballard all looked good with the Giants, with good receivers over the top leaving them wide open, and all were disappointments after that. I see nothing about Bennett that makes me think he will be good after leaving the Giants. He drops a lot of passes, and runs sloppy routes. Probably why the giants don't want him back. Also, while Martellus Bennett is big and has fairly good straight line speed, he's clunky and doesn't seem to have any quick twitch. I'd avoid Bennett also. If there was one TE to pursue in free agency it would be Delanie Walker. Down the field speed and a terrific blocker. Outstanding football player. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
It's in My Blood Posted March 5, 2013 Share Posted March 5, 2013 Kruger is absolutely horrible against the run. Can he cover TEs? ( Gronk,Hernandez) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
....lybob Posted March 5, 2013 Share Posted March 5, 2013 Also, while Martellus Bennett is big and has fairly good straight line speed, he's clunky and doesn't seem to have any quick twitch. I'd avoid Bennett also. If there was one TE to pursue in free agency it would be Delanie Walker. Down the field speed and a terrific blocker. Outstanding football player. You take Bennett for his in-line blocking, pass catching is a bonus kinda like Lee Smith if he'd get you 40-50 catches a year Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swimtoga Posted March 5, 2013 Share Posted March 5, 2013 Can he cover TEs? ( Gronk,Hernandez) IMO he is great in coverage, quick never noticed him getting blown out in the flats and I believe the he has the speed to go up the field with Gronk. My only problem with getting him is, it defeats the purpose of getting him if we do not have a Jarret Johnson or Courtney Upshaw type player on the other side. I guess Mario would be perfect for that; on 2nd thought I wouldnt mind getting Kruger, but I would rather have Ellerbe. I have a feeling Kruger will be overpaid by an NFC South team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bufcomments Posted March 5, 2013 Share Posted March 5, 2013 Cliff Avril - DE/OLB - Detroit lions Brandon Albert - OT - Kansas City (UPDATE: KC put the franchise tag on Brandon Albert - he's off the market) Cary Williams - CB - Baltimore Louis Vasquez - G - San Diego Paul Kruger - OLB - Baltimore I know they can't go after all these guys, but I'd be happy if one or two of them had a buffalo on their helmets next season. Then they can use the draft for QB, WR, TE, and probably S . GO BILLS! Avril.....nopeKruger.....hell yea One guy they should look at getting is TE Bennett from the Giants Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mob16151 Posted March 5, 2013 Share Posted March 5, 2013 Eh, if he's better than Aaron Williams I'm in, but in general, I'm tired of us signing, drafting (and sticking with) "prototypes". McKelvin is a "prototype". Hardy was a "prototype". Easley is a "prototype". Quit with the prototypes, bring in some guys who can flat out play football. [end rant not directed at SJBF} Chris Houston is a better and probably cheaper option than Smith. IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts