2020 Our Year For Sure Posted April 14, 2013 Share Posted April 14, 2013 College Highlights This is worth looking at, he has at least some skills catching the ball. With his athleticism maybe he can be like Reese in Oakland who creates all kinds of problems for defenses. We'll see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CSBill Posted April 14, 2013 Share Posted April 14, 2013 Just saw Jasper in an "83" jersey.... Except that Nelson has a great knack for getting open, runs great routes and has great hands. still the dumbest move the off season - letting Nelson walk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLFan Posted April 14, 2013 Share Posted April 14, 2013 Except that Nelson has a great knack for getting open, runs great routes and has great hands. That is his reputation among Bills fans, and it all may be true to some extent, but it would never make him more than a 4th WR at best. Nelson was most effective in the 2011 season playing from the hybrid role, usually with three true WRs on the field. In this Gailey formation, Nelson was difficult to cover, often got mismatches due to his size and the need for the primnary DBs to cover other receivers. He was basically an undersized TE. Once Nelson was forced into the slot due to injuries, his production went way down. He started 2012 as the designated slot guy, but was hurt so early we will never know if he would have been effective. I suspect not. Maybe he will prove me wrong in Cleveland but I would not bet on it, despite his good hands and route running. The Bills needed an upgrade. I am not sure if Dickerson is it, but I do see potential because of his superior speed and bulk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly the Dog Posted April 14, 2013 Share Posted April 14, 2013 That is his reputation among Bills fans, and it all may be true to some extent, but it would never make him more than a 4th WR at best. Nelson was most effective in the 2011 season playing from the hybrid role, usually with three true WRs on the field. In this Gailey formation, Nelson was difficult to cover, often got mismatches due to his size and the need for the primnary DBs to cover other receivers. He was basically an undersized TE. Once Nelson was forced into the slot due to injuries, his production went way down. He started 2012 as the designated slot guy, but was hurt so early we will never know if he would have been effective. I suspect not. Maybe he will prove me wrong in Cleveland but I would not bet on it, despite his good hands and route running. The Bills needed an upgrade. I am not sure if Dickerson is it, but I do see potential because of his superior speed and bulk. I agree to some extent. He is best used in a four WR set or three WR with a TE often split a little. But he is very effective at that. IMO, his production went down in 2011 not so much as the position change but the way the entire team went downhill when we lost OL and Fred and Fitz was hurt and Chandler was hurt. I don't think he can play a full time role, or play outside though. What he does, however, is very valuable and he does it very well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quester74 Posted April 14, 2013 Share Posted April 14, 2013 I don't get all the hate for Dickerson.. No one is claiming the guy is going to be an All-Pro WR.. but, can be a difference maker for the offense. Every team needs a move the chains option outside of your primary WR and #1 RB. I love the assertion that the guy has no heart or can't pick up the game. You know this how? From his 9 career receptions? Give the guy a chance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
San Jose Bills Fan Posted April 14, 2013 Share Posted April 14, 2013 I don't get all the hate for Dickerson.. No one is claiming the guy is going to be an All-Pro WR.. but, can be a difference maker for the offense. Every team needs a move the chains option outside of your primary WR and #1 RB. I love the assertion that the guy has no heart or can't pick up the game. You know this how? From his 9 career receptions? Give the guy a chance. If your avatar would give that poor football a break, I might take what you have to say more seriously. One of the better avatars on the board I have to say. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swnybillsfan Posted April 14, 2013 Share Posted April 14, 2013 If your avatar would give that poor football a break, I might take what you have to say more seriously. One of the better avatars on the board I have to say. seconded. my high school coach used to tell us that is what we looked like during certain drills. the other most common expressions used were the "chinese fire drill" and the always popular "are you sh!##ing me?" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Numark Posted April 14, 2013 Share Posted April 14, 2013 are you guys talking about the avatar of sanchez? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swnybillsfan Posted April 14, 2013 Share Posted April 14, 2013 are you guys talking about the avatar of sanchez? it does kinda look like him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Over 29 years of fanhood Posted April 14, 2013 Share Posted April 14, 2013 (edited) if i remember correctly, he is built like a bruiser back. definately not like a speed back, but not quite as big as a fb. in limited action last year he looked like he ran fast and strong but did not look shifty or quick. so if the new coaches can find a place for a guy with good straight-line speed and a bit of power, then he might surprise a few people. Reminds me of Pierre Garcon. Edited April 14, 2013 by over 20 years of fanhood Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swnybillsfan Posted April 14, 2013 Share Posted April 14, 2013 Reminds me of Pierre Garcon. strange, he didn't come off as french. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3rdand12 Posted April 14, 2013 Share Posted April 14, 2013 I did try to pay attention to DD when he was on the field last year because it wasn't that often. I expected Gailey to make use of him more as he could be a great mismatch. The guy was fast, weak blocker but getting better and when the ball was thrown to him he seemed surprised. Thats if i recall with any clarity whatsoever : ) The coaching feels the can use him. I am cool with it. i think the guy can make plays if he could develop some blocking skills which he admitted last year he needed to work on. But heck i am cool with drafting the major playmaker T Austin at 8. I think Marrones Bills are going to be about messing with the enemy's head with disguised plays , mismatches and up tempo play to get us in the playoffs. ...And Beyond interesting tell that they not only signed him again but have changed his position and number. Lordy lets hope this plan comes to fruition Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quester74 Posted April 14, 2013 Share Posted April 14, 2013 If your avatar would give that poor football a break, I might take what you have to say more seriously. One of the better avatars on the board I have to say. Thank you, sir. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
San Jose Bills Fan Posted April 14, 2013 Share Posted April 14, 2013 Thank you, sir. Thank you. I get a bonus chuckle every time you post. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quester74 Posted April 15, 2013 Share Posted April 15, 2013 I'm thinking I need to make a slight modification to it.. perhaps ditch the orange background for red/white/blue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
San Jose Bills Fan Posted April 15, 2013 Share Posted April 15, 2013 I'm thinking I need to make a slight modification to it.. perhaps ditch the orange background for red/white/blue. Well if you had the capability to do so that would make it perfect. And you'd have the added bonus of reducing the chance of being attacked by the Anti-Nassibs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#34fan Posted April 15, 2013 Share Posted April 15, 2013 Dorin is going to be an absolute stud. Just needed chance to prove he can succeed. Something he didn't get under Gailey. Whatever he is on paper, this guy is gonna pay big dividends in the post season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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