SBUffalo Posted May 12, 2014 Author Share Posted May 12, 2014 I feel like we're the only team without a single draftee's number revealed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HankBulloughMellencamp Posted May 13, 2014 Share Posted May 13, 2014 (edited) So we haven't heard what any of the rookies will wear so far. We can have some pretty good guesses, but here's what we know: Sammy Watkins, WR Previously wore: 7 in high school, 7 when he first got to Clemson before switching to 2 Eligible numbers currently available: 13, 16, 83 (although 83 requires special permission) Eligible numbers attached to players that may be negotiated away: 14 (Roberson), 15 (Hogan), 17 (Kaufmann), 18 (Elliott), 80 (Caussin), 82 (Moeaki), 86 (Barden), 87 (Summers). Number information we know so far: Watkins has said he wants to wear a number in the teens. My guess: 16. I could see him go after number 17, but 16 is already available. Cyrus Kouandjio, OT Previously wore: 65 and 70 in high school, 71 at Alabama Eligible numbers currently available: 61, 66, 67, 68, 69, 71 (66 has reduced circulation) My guess: 71. Easy transition. Preston Brown, LB Previously wore: 18 in high school and 2 at Louisville Eligible numbers currently available: 52, 54, 93 My guess: 52. It's an easy transition into the 50s using his college number. Ross Cockrell, CB Previously wore: 6 in both high school and at Duke Eligible numbers currently available: 29, 31, 35, 41, 43, 45, 46, 47, 49 My guess: 29 or 31 are the only "attractive" numbers there, so he may choose whichever Bryce Brown doesn't. 46 has the 6 he wore at previous levels. Cyril Richardson, OG Previously wore: 68 at Baylor Eligible numbers currently available: 61, 66, 67, 68, 69, 71 (66 has reduced circulation) My guess: 68. Stick with the college number. Randell Johnson, LB Previously wore: 15 at Florida Atlantic Eligible numbers currently available: 52, 54, 93 My guess: 54. It's the only other eligible 50s number, and 93 doesn't really make sense for him. Seantrel Henderson, OT Previously wore: 77 in both high school and at Miami Eligible numbers currently available: 61, 66, 67, 68, 69, 71 (66 has reduced circulation) My guess: 67. It's the only number left with a seven in it if Kouandjio takes 71. BONUS: Bryce Brown, RB Previously wore: 5, 11 and 24 in high school, 11 at Tennessee, 4 and 8 at Kansas State, Eligible numbers currently available: 29, 31, 35, 41, 43, 45, 46, 47, 49 My guess: 31. He seems to like the number 11 as he has worn it multiple times, so that might make the 1 there appealing. Could also just go with 43 which is the reverse of his 34 in Philly. Won't bother with undrafted players just yet since they'll likely get some ineligible numbers as the allowed digits will run out. Great thread. I had already checked the Bills website a few times before seeing this, so thanks for the legwork. And I agree with most of your guesses & logic; Preston Brown will be looking solid in 52. I am especially hoping you are right and Watkins goes with 16. 2 to the 4th power is 16, and it’s a beautiful looking even number. Brandon better get on the stick, they could already be selling hundreds of these. Also, 16 was my old # back in the day. Dwight Gooden, Joe Montana, it even looked good on Jay Riemersma when he was at Michigan. My sons will be sporting Watkins gear either way, but especially if 16 is the choice. Edited May 13, 2014 by HankBulloughMellencamp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tsaikotic Posted May 13, 2014 Share Posted May 13, 2014 I feel like we're the only team without a single draftee's number revealed. same here....how are Rookie Jerseys being sold already if numbers have not been given yet??...I'm pretty sure NFLN was talking about Manziell sales the next morning or even earlier Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canadian Bills Fan Posted May 13, 2014 Share Posted May 13, 2014 same here....how are Rookie Jerseys being sold already if numbers have not been given yet??...I'm pretty sure NFLN was talking about Manziell sales the next morning or even earlier I think its because his college jersey number was available on the Browns so he didnt have to pick a new one CBF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cash Posted May 13, 2014 Share Posted May 13, 2014 QB, K, P: 1-19 RB, CB, S: 20-49 WR: 10-19 and 80-89 TE: 40-49 and 80-89 OLine: 60-79 (50-59 is also legal but rare) DLine: 50-79 and 90-99 LB: 50-59 and 90-99 My understanding was that 50-59 was basically okay for centers, but not guards or tackles. Seems to have gone out of vogue somewhat, possibly because expanding rosters have put a premium on those numbers. same here....how are Rookie Jerseys being sold already if numbers have not been given yet??...I'm pretty sure NFLN was talking about Manziell sales the next morning or even earlier You can basically pre-order the jersey on the website. Once the number is chosen, they'll print them up and start sending them out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tsaikotic Posted May 13, 2014 Share Posted May 13, 2014 My understanding was that 50-59 was basically okay for centers, but not guards or tackles. Seems to have gone out of vogue somewhat, possibly because expanding rosters have put a premium on those numbers. You can basically pre-order the jersey on the website. Once the number is chosen, they'll print them up and start sending them out. DOH!!!...yea I should have thought of that..there's like no way they have 4000 jerseys of each player for the team they were drafted to...lol..my bad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBUffalo Posted May 13, 2014 Author Share Posted May 13, 2014 My understanding was that 50-59 was basically okay for centers, but not guards or tackles. Seems to have gone out of vogue somewhat, possibly because expanding rosters have put a premium on those numbers. Yea, I've always heard it as okay for centers only. However, Legursky wore 59 for us when plenty of numbers were available. And a Dolphins guard wore it recently. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reddogblitz Posted May 13, 2014 Share Posted May 13, 2014 I am especially hoping you are right and Watkins goes with 16. 2 to the 4th power is 16, and it’s a beautiful looking even number. Brandon better get on the stick, they could already be selling hundreds of these. Carry on the proud legacy of Brad Smith . You can basically pre-order the jersey on the website. Once the number is chosen, they'll print them up and start sending them out. Did this with the Mario jersey and it took them about a month to decide on a number. Not sure why we're so slow to put this out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBUffalo Posted May 13, 2014 Author Share Posted May 13, 2014 @JoeBuscaglia: If I'm to believe the hoodie he's wearing, it appears as though new #Bills LB and 3rd round pick Preston Brown will be wearing no. 52. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canadian Bills Fan Posted May 13, 2014 Share Posted May 13, 2014 Moeaki should give up 82 CBF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBUffalo Posted May 13, 2014 Author Share Posted May 13, 2014 Moeaki should give up 82 CBF For who? Watkins said he doesn't want a number in the 80s. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reddogblitz Posted May 13, 2014 Share Posted May 13, 2014 For who? Watkins said he doesn't want a number in the 80s. Players can change their minds or be convinced otherwise. I saw an interview with Bernie Kosar where he said he wanted to be #12. The coach or owner or GM or somebody suggested 19. He didn't think much of it at first but then they told him it would be unique and has proud heritage a la Johnny Unitas, so he went with it. I'm thinking 83. He grew up as an Andre fan and now he's met Andre. Maybe he'll change his mind. I hope so, but it really doesn't matter that much anyway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBUffalo Posted May 13, 2014 Author Share Posted May 13, 2014 I don't want Watkins to go with 83. It's already been done, and it didn't really workout. If the last time special permission was given worked out, then maybe, but let's just avoid that situation. Evans had a reason to wear 83, Watkins doesn't really have one. Go with 16 or 17. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBUffalo Posted May 13, 2014 Author Share Posted May 13, 2014 FWIW: Sammy Watkins is now listed as number 83 on Wikipedia. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elroy16 Posted May 13, 2014 Share Posted May 13, 2014 I think some others have mentioned, but Sammy already said he probably won't pick a number in the 80's. I'm hoping for 16. That was always my number in baseball. If he goes for 16, I might buy a jersey, since they just traded away the player of the last jersey I bought, stevie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBUffalo Posted May 13, 2014 Author Share Posted May 13, 2014 (edited) Watkins is the only first rounder without a confirmed number now. With voluntary workouts coming on the 16th and the rookie minicamp happening from the 17-19th I think we'll know soon. Preston Brown is the only rookie with a confirmed number as he took 52. Edited May 13, 2014 by SBUffalo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HankBulloughMellencamp Posted May 14, 2014 Share Posted May 14, 2014 (edited) Carry on the proud legacy of Brad Smith . C'mon Russ, this is merchandising 101... No one in Buffalo owns a Brad Smith jersey, so no worries about "name patch only" sales. These will all be fresh purchases, man! Edited May 14, 2014 by HankBulloughMellencamp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FluffHead Posted May 14, 2014 Share Posted May 14, 2014 My money is on 17 for Watkins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanC883 Posted May 14, 2014 Share Posted May 14, 2014 I would like 17 or 83. Better looking numbers than 16 (no disrespect to the number of you who appear to have worn it at some point). My guess is that Reed is trying to convince Watkins to take 83, and he's thinking about it. I have a MD jersey, but will prob get a Watkins jersey. And if he takes 83, perhaps a Watkins and Reed throwback one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pondslider Posted May 14, 2014 Share Posted May 14, 2014 I would like 17 or 83. Better looking numbers than 16 (no disrespect to the number of you who appear to have worn it at some point). My guess is that Reed is trying to convince Watkins to take 83, and he's thinking about it. I have a MD jersey, but will prob get a Watkins jersey. And if he takes 83, perhaps a Watkins and Reed throwback one. Why would Andre Reed be trying to convince Watkins to wear 83? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts