Sisyphean Bills Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 I'm going to take credit until proven otherwise for being the first to suggest this months ago. If it aint broke was one of the nicest things that folks said about the proposition. Were you watching "tape" of him playing Will at Oregon or something? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 @RapSheet As Brandon Spikes is still available… RT @buffalobills: Whaley: #Bills plan to move Kiko Alonso from MLB to OLB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canadian Bills Fan Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 Worried? *gulp* No CBF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HankBulloughMellencamp Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 I love the idea of moving Kiko to the outside. As the season wore on, his incredible instincts worked against him while playing in the middle. The best example of this was the long TD run down in Tampa, where he over-pursued & did not work inside-out to make the play that was there for him. As an OLB, he will be able to use that quickness and speed to more of an advantage in hunting things down, and he can get to the flats easier (in coverage or otherwise). And let’s be honest, it’ll be less wear and tear not having to take on guards and fullbacks all day. Kiko already sounds like he’s taken a few blows to the head … the less, the better. Also, I’ll do a cartwheel if we sign Spikes for the middle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boyst Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 Have you submitted this to Schwartzy? I like it. in another world I know I am either coaching or playing foot ball or maybe another sport. It'd be a dream job Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atlbillsfan1975 Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 Like Kiko to the outside. Should really allow his talents to flourish more and longer. He is built more for the outside. Getting a MLB in the draft is probably the best bet at this point. I am still under the belief you can find a day one starter at LB in the 2nd or 3rd round. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boyst Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 Anyone else here kind of think having Poz around still would have been nice. Ho-hum. Oh well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DreamOnDan Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 Whaley said that Lawson will basically be an edge rusher hybrid style player that will bring a lot of versatility to the defense.. So to me, basically, Lawson and Hughes are the DE opposite Mario as it stands.. I like the rotation of Lawson and Hughes! With Branch in the rotation at DT and the good play from Charles late in the season, I think the DT position is totally set and the team is really only one DE away from having a nice deep group.. Look for the Bills to add a more traditional sized DE to get in the mix.. Like a 270-280 lb guy to back up Mario.. Carrington would do Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canadian Bills Fan Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 Anyone else here kind of think having Poz around still would have been nice. Ho-hum. Oh well. Poz wanted out right? CBF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BILLS_ROC Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 (edited) Anyone else here kind of think having Poz around still would have been nice. Ho-hum. Oh well. If I remember correctly, every time he made a tackle, he snapped his forearm. Edited March 14, 2014 by BILLS_ROC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
papazoid Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 3/14: Doug Whaley on WGR same ole pat answers.....disappointing. Q: how are the bills on cap space ? Non-Answer: "slim" , "won't phohibit us" Q: did you visit Clemson or texas A&M ? non-answer : "went to 38 schools, too many to mention" one interesting exchange where jaremy or someone figured out doug was at a game where TE Eric Ebron had a big game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted March 14, 2014 Author Share Posted March 14, 2014 same ole pat answers.....disappointing. Q: how are the bills on cap space ? Non-Answer: "slim" , "won't phohibit us" Q: did you visit Clemson or texas A&M ? non-answer : "went to 38 schools, too many to mention" one interesting exchange where jaremy or someone figured out doug was at a game where TE Eric Ebron had a big game. GMs aren't going to give away any secrets during FA/pre-draft. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AllDayADay Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 I love the idea of moving Kiko to the outside. As the season wore on, his incredible instincts worked against him while playing in the middle. The best example of this was the long TD run down in Tampa, where he over-pursued & did not work inside-out to make the play that was there for him. As an OLB, he will be able to use that quickness and speed to more of an advantage in hunting things down, and he can get to the flats easier (in coverage or otherwise). And let’s be honest, it’ll be less wear and tear not having to take on guards and fullbacks all day. Kiko already sounds like he’s taken a few blows to the head … the less, the better. Also, I’ll do a cartwheel if we sign Spikes for the middle. I agree with you here on Kiko. The best player example would be DeAndre Levy who was with Schwartz for a few seasons, or Lavonte David from TB. No point of having your MLB take most of the hits if he is your most athletic backer. The only thing I disagree about is Spikes. WHY DOES EVERYONE WANT THIS GUY? He is epitome of SCUM. He poked eyes at UF, grapped players in not nice areas and he runs over a 5.0. There is a reason NE will not resign him. We do not want this guy representing our team. We need to find a MLB that can run if the opposition decides to throw it on first or second down. I will be really pissed if we do sign this guy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VADC Bills Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 I thought we were well beyond Poz. Besides he is busy leading Jacksonville defense to greatness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkington Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 I imagine we're going after Spikes or drafting a guy who can start at MLB. There's no way we're putting Kiko outside and starting said sketchy player inside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sisyphean Bills Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 Whaley said that Lawson will basically be an edge rusher hybrid style player that will bring a lot of versatility to the defense.. So to me, basically, Lawson and Hughes are the DE opposite Mario as it stands.. I like the rotation of Lawson and Hughes! With Branch in the rotation at DT and the good play from Charles late in the season, I think the DT position is totally set and the team is really only one DE away from having a nice deep group.. Look for the Bills to add a more traditional sized DE to get in the mix.. Like a 270-280 lb guy to back up Mario.. Carrington would do http://www.cincyjungle.com/2011/8/6/2348325/covering-up-the-bengals-pass-rush-manny-lawson-scouting-report Still, you can dig up internet opinion pieces that cover the entire gamut on Manny Lawson. He's an edge-rusher with zero coverage ability to a guy that really knows how to shut-down today's TEs, can play the run, and is a below-average pass rusher. The consensus is there is no consensus, sort of deal. Most likely he's just a solid, all-around Sam and there are not enough "ooh and aah" highlights in any one particular dimension to pass off too many hyperbolic claims. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Lightning Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 So let me get this straight. Whaley is comfortable starting a 7th round, two time practise squad player with 9 career tackles at MLB?? CBF What could go wrong? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 Vincent Rey. Get it done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BringBackFergy Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 If I remember correctly, every time he made a tackle, he snapped his forearm. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QCity Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 (edited) He mentioned it will be Kiko and Rivers on the outside, and mentioned Ty Powell as someone who may play inside and that they are looking at some guys in FA. he didn't say it (obviously) but I would expect them to draft a MLB relatively high and that may or may not depend on who they sign. Ty Powell went to Harding, is that an SEC school? Edited March 14, 2014 by QCity Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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