NoSaint Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Just for fun: So, we trust DRock and MattSabuda more then Sal? Quick, back pedal! Oh, ok, Mke Sabuda must know something, he was an intern once. So did Damond break the story before even the bills or Leonard knew? Impressive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobblehead Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 I'd trust Da'Rick before I'd trust D'Rock on this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Brings some needed experience to the backfield. He also played in Pettine's defense. Might allow them to move A. Williams to corner while Gilmore is out. Allow? No no. No no no. That experiment was tried, done, over Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bills1960 Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 They must think Byrd won't be ready to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
papazoid Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 (edited) he's at one bills drive and expected to sign Edited September 2, 2013 by papazoid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donald Duck Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 So did Damond break the story before even the bills or Leonard knew? Impressive. Buffalo Bills @buffalobills3m Marrone: S Jim Leonhard is in the building and is taking a physical. Expected to join the #Bills. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickelCity Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 I would welcome Leonard back. This would be a good signing. A vet with a disciplined playing style and a nose for the ball, even if he has lost a step, would be good for our defensive backfield, especially if Byrd misses time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigPappy Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Per a Bills Mobil Text, it is confirmed that Jim L. is in Buffalo and expected to sign according to Coach Marrone. BigPappy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 They did bring him in for a look a couple of months back too, right? I thought that was last year. He gimped in with his knee wrapped up rehabbing his torn patellar tendon, didn't get the offer he wanted, and moved on to Denver where he signed for a year and played, I think, 1 game. He didn't last out the season in 2010 and 2011 with the Jets. Uncertain if it would make sense or not, other than in the "we need 2 more bodies" context Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobblehead Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Ok, forget Da'Rick, perhaps D'Rock was right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amstel Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 According to Chris Brown Leonhard is in the bldg. taking a physical and is expected to sign Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 This must be Byrd insurance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Less leverage for Byrd provided the safeties play well. Maybe this is the end for Byrd? Trade? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo Barbarian Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 According to Matt Sabuda, he has the inside scoop from a well placed source....sorry for not linking the link, I'm on my mobile and it's a pain. https://mobile.twitter.com/MattSabuda sure, he was good for the jets but I think time might be catching up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ndirish1978 Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Excellent move. I'm a fan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nostradumbass Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Now it makes sense why we cut George Wilson.... Idiot @##&*@ franchise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Big Cat Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Good. This makes total sense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DefenseWinzChampionshipz Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Some of you guys are just bi polar. When we release players and they do good on other teams, you say why did we ever let them walk. But when they come back you say, they better be coming back as a coach. Leonard can still play and how could you not want Leonard over Aaron Williams and Duke Williams and any other safety we have besides Byrd? I swear, some of you Bills fans man... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Now it makes sense why we cut George Wilson.... Idiot @##&*@ franchise George Wilson was JAG. Jim Leonhard is a heady player who knows Pettine's system from his days with the Jets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Big Cat Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Some of you guys are just bi polar. When we release players and they do good on other teams, you say why did we ever let them walk. But when they come back you say, they better be coming back as a coach. Leonard can still play and how could you not want Leonard over Aaron Williams and Duke Williams and any other safety we have besides Byrd? I swear, some of you Bills fans man... While I totally agree with you, when did we give up on A.Williams the safety?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJ (not THAT RJ) Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 They might need Williams to play CB for a few weeks.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beerme1 Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Can you smell what Da'Rock is cooking? Seriously though welcome back Jim. I don't see any bad side to bringing him in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kballhog Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Leonard is a good signing for us. He knows the system and provides veteran experience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickelCity Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 They might need Williams to play CB for a few weeks.... I sure hope not. I'm still holding out for another CB addition (I'm afraid this may be wishful thinking). Is anyone expecting some three safety sets? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boyst Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 He has no been side yet.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coach Tuesday Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 He has no been side yet.. Sounds like you have a cold. Get well soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanker Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Sounds like you have a cold. Get well soon! Ess. Eye woz dinkin' duh samb dang. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donald Duck Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 They might need Williams to play CB for a few weeks.... my thoughts also... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DefenseWinzChampionshipz Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 While I totally agree with you, when did we give up on A.Williams the safety?? Definitely didn't say nor do I think to "give up" on A. Williams. Just that Leonard coming on the team, with knowledge of Pettine's style of defense, having been in the league for more than a couple of months and actually being a pretty decent safety, people still look for a reason to bash him. THAT to me is what's getting out of hand on TBD. I'm not saying we should all be celebrating like how we did the signing of Mario, but if Leonard signs, how is that a bad thing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bufcomments Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 +1 I'm totally fine with this move, if its true. An experienced, well-liked secondary player who already knows the system and can also chip in on special teams? Sign him up. yep Im ok with this signing. They might have to move A. Williams to CB if needed. This gives them more depth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 They might need Williams to play CB for a few weeks.... Yeah. I'm thinking the Leonhard move is less about Byrd than AW possibly needing to play CB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GG Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Never a huge fan of Leonard's physical ability, but can't deny his QB role in Pettine's schemes. He was always Johnnie on the spot when he had a quality seven in front of him. Let's hope that the DL can deliver this year, which hasn't been discussed a lot lately given the troubles in the other spots. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Spell it with me, it's JIM LEONHARD. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John from Riverside Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Why do people keeping paroting moving WIlliams back to safety.....he was HORRIBL there.... Does everyone realize tht Pettine employs multiple safety sets? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 While I totally agree with you, when did we give up on A.Williams the safety?? I think that happened when Gilmore went down and they saw what the other corners on the roster could do. But I could be wrong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yungmack Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Commentary on this thread has set a record for know-nothing "insight." Who in their right mind would further weaken the safety position by taking the one guy who's been doing relatively well (A. Williams) and move him to corner where he has established beyond a doubt that he sucks and then call that an improvement and "adding depth."? And those who disparage adding Jim Leonhard as some sort of dumb move, do you have a suggestion for someone better at this point? The guy is respected as one of the smarter defensive players in the league, is familiar with Pettine's system, supposedly is in about as good shape as can be expected at his age, and, oh yeah, he was available and willing to sign with Buffalo. What I think his main job is going to be is mentor/coach to a young secondary. I do not for a minute expect him to be a starter or to play a whole lot of minutes or to add to special teams. But for not much money, the Bills have gained a whole lot of intelligence and experience. When you (and you, and you) carp and B word about dumb moves by the FO, you do realize, don't you, that this is the same FO you were feeling so good about in other actions. It comes down to this: if you trust Brandon, Whaley, Marrone, Pettine, et al, then cut them some slack on the Leonhard signing. You know, it's just possible they know more than you do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Why do people keeping paroting moving WIlliams back to safety.....he was HORRIBL there.... Does everyone realize tht Pettine employs multiple safety sets? You do mean back to Corner of course and you're correct. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rico Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Old high-motor lunch-pail midget safety. Oh well, doesn't look like Tuel will be starting, I guess they gotta throw that segment of the fanbase another bone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 buffalobills #Bills have signed S @JimLeonhard. Update will be here: http://ow.ly/oukTQ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerball Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 buffalobills #Bills have signed S @JimLeonhard. Update will be here: http://ow.ly/oukTQ Another:http://sports.yahoo.com/news/bills-agree-sign-jim-leonhard-185456590--nfl.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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