Mango Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 Anyone else think that this is a strategic move by the coaching staff? It is strange that Marrone didn't name Kolb the week 1 starter. I'm not necessarily saying that the team is making up a fake injury, but maybe it isn't serious at all and the organization made the decision to shut him down in the preseason. The organization could have said we know what he have in Manuel and lets work with him behind closed doors. I mention this for several reasons: 1. EJ is clearly a better option then Kolb so EJ is our week 1 starter 2. We play N.E. week one, against one of the best gameplanners in NFL history, lets not give the Pats any more tape on this guy 3. Lets see if its worth keeping Kolb around or Tuel has what it takes in this league to be a viable backup 4. Along the lines of 2, our offense looks terrible with Kolb in there, lets have N.E. think its just the same old Bills (Im not saying we aren't yet!) That's just my 2 cents. Maybe we actually have a coach now that can compete strategically with the best organizations in the NFL in stategy and game planning. Let's hope I cannot put my finger on it, but the announcement seems out of the blue, so I am hesitant to trust it, or am, at the very least having trouble defending it. I generally always thought the smoke screen talk about or Bills for the past few years where reaches. Buddy and Co. where always honest, which I liked. This coaching staff and FO is much different, which I also like for different reasons. They play everything close to the vest, and give us no real information. I want to say there is something else at play here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozymandius Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 Am I the only one not concerned by this? Probably. The most important aspect of this season is EJ and his development. The only worse news we could have would be news of a more severe EJ injury. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
voodoo poonani Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 Did Kolb perform a Tanya Harding last night? Can we ever get a break? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoSaint Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 Did Kolb perform a Tanya Harding last night? Can we ever get a break? Only one qb hasn't gotten an odd knee injury, and its not kolb. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkington Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 I don't think EJ will be starting Week 1, or maybe even this season (barring injuries to Kolb), if he's going to miss the rest of preseason with this. :/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eme123 Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 Gotta be F'n kiding me. Any Docs on this board that can help ease our worries? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meatloaf Sandwich Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 Funny the kolb curse is spreading. Actually not funny... Scary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozymandius Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 Anyone else think that this is a strategic move by the coaching staff? It is strange that Marrone didn't name Kolb the week 1 starter. I'm not necessarily saying that the team is making up a fake injury, but maybe it isn't serious at all and the organization made the decision to shut him down in the preseason. The organization could have said we know what he have in Manuel and lets work with him behind closed doors. I mention this for several reasons: 1. EJ is clearly a better option then Kolb so EJ is our week 1 starter 2. We play N.E. week one, against one of the best gameplanners in NFL history, lets not give the Pats any more tape on this guy 3. Lets see if its worth keeping Kolb around or Tuel has what it takes in this league to be a viable backup 4. Along the lines of 2, our offense looks terrible with Kolb in there, lets have N.E. think its just the same old Bills (Im not saying we aren't yet!) That's just my 2 cents. Maybe we actually have a coach now that can compete strategically with the best organizations in the NFL in stategy and game planning. Let's hope lol, that's ridiculous. Regardless of the Week 1 final score, the Patriots already win if our organization has to resort to these tactics. And really? Give up 2 weeks of crucial reps and development time for EJ and gaining familiarity with receivers? For what gains? It'd be like selling your soul to get a 1-foot head start in a marathon run. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clippers of Nfl Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 Gotta be F'n kiding me. Any Docs on this board that can help ease our worries? A poster on the shout box said that he had the procedure. Felt good 2 weeks later but was bothered for an entire month. Funny the kolb curse is spreading. Actually not funny... Scary I bet you Kevin has a Kolb that he made to look like a doll. He's poking the knee right now. Is this wrong? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wazzu Bill Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 Why did my dad raise me to be a bills fan... Keep on keeping on I guess. With the way Kolb handled his final two drives last night it gives at least a glimmer of hope about his competence. Second string vikes are gonna be far different than first string pats tho... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mango Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 lol, that's ridiculous. Regardless of the Week 1 final score, the Patriots already win if our organization has to resort to these tactics. And really? Give up 2 weeks of crucial reps and development time for EJ and gaining familiarity with receivers? For what gains? It'd be like selling your soul to get a 1-foot head start in a marathon run. he may not get any reps this week. i bet he gets some next week. he is not out of practice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
first_and_ten Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=umDr0mPuyQc \My sentiments exactly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clippers of Nfl Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 Tuel Time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsGuyInMalta Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 Well Mr. Pettine, let's see if your shiny new Defense can steal a game for us in Week One. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bangarang Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 A poster on the shout box said that he had the procedure. Felt good 2 weeks later but was bothered for an entire month. I bet you Kevin has a Kolb that he made to look like a doll. He's poking the knee right now. Is this wrong? Exactly what is the procedure? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bufcomments Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 Wow where did this come from??? Just when I was starting to get hyped up about the season.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guavakaiyeddie Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 lol, that's ridiculous. Regardless of the Week 1 final score, the Patriots already win if our organization has to resort to these tactics. And really? Give up 2 weeks of crucial reps and development time for EJ and gaining familiarity with receivers? For what gains? It'd be like selling your soul to get a 1-foot head start in a marathon run. I dont think it is that ridiculous when you also consider the fact that our defense is playing so well. Going against our 1's in practice will keep Manuel sharp and in sync with the recievers. I dont think this injury is as big a deal as many are making it seem Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SF Bills Fan Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 We are so effing cursed. I still want him starting. We needed this next game to continue what was an extremely promising pre season so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsGuyInMalta Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 http://www.buffalobills.com/news/article-2/Preseason-ends-abruptly-for-EJ-Manuel/21bdcdea-8518-4a71-a3eb-a89f5290f3e6?campaign=tw_buf_article According to this article just posted on BB.com, the "procedure" was already done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clippers of Nfl Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 Exactly what is the procedure? You would have to speak to a voodo expert. I dont know how it works. Maybe chanting. Maybe curses. Maybe pigs heart and chicken brain. I dont now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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