K-9 Posted November 6, 2014 Share Posted November 6, 2014 No one would trade for a player that is ready to walk. The Bills tried. Other teams in the same boat try. Rarely does anyone bite because a team would be stupid to trade for a player they can't sign. And if they can sign him, why trade for him? Just wait till he's a free man. We gave Parker permission to find a trading partner even BEFORE the '12 season ended and it was apparent they were gonna test the market (and who could blame them?). There weren't teams lining up to talk to them. As a matter of fact, there wasn't a huge amount of interest in Byrd as a free agent when he was on the market. I think Parker played N.O. perfectly. That said, this idea that he's a huge FA bust is absurd. He's injured for crissakes. It's also absurd to point to a couple plays he gave up before he was injured as well. Contrary to PFF and others, Byrd gave up big plays as a Bill since his rookie year and that's nothing new. But if he stayed healthy there is not reason to believe he wouldn't be making his share of big plays right now as he and his running mates grew into the defense. GO BILLS!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyrod's Tailor Posted November 6, 2014 Share Posted November 6, 2014 We gave Parker permission to find a trading partner even BEFORE the '12 season ended and it was apparent they were gonna test the market (and who could blame them?). There weren't teams lining up to talk to them. As a matter of fact, there wasn't a huge amount of interest in Byrd as a free agent when he was on the market. I think Parker played N.O. perfectly. That said, this idea that he's a huge FA bust is absurd. He's injured for crissakes. It's also absurd to point to a couple plays he gave up before he was injured as well. Contrary to PFF and others, Byrd gave up big plays as a Bill since his rookie year and that's nothing new. But if he stayed healthy there is not reason to believe he wouldn't be making his share of big plays right now as he and his running mates grew into the defense. GO BILLS!!! Why is it absurd to point out his absence from the field? Durability counts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FireChan Posted November 6, 2014 Share Posted November 6, 2014 (edited) We gave Parker permission to find a trading partner even BEFORE the '12 season ended and it was apparent they were gonna test the market (and who could blame them?). There weren't teams lining up to talk to them. As a matter of fact, there wasn't a huge amount of interest in Byrd as a free agent when he was on the market. I think Parker played N.O. perfectly. That said, this idea that he's a huge FA bust is absurd. He's injured for crissakes. It's also absurd to point to a couple plays he gave up before he was injured as well. Contrary to PFF and others, Byrd gave up big plays as a Bill since his rookie year and that's nothing new. But if he stayed healthy there is not reason to believe he wouldn't be making his share of big plays right now as he and his running mates grew into the defense. GO BILLS!!! I think "free agent bust" is vague in its meaning. If you look at it like, "what was the purpose of the signing," then it makes more sense. He got a ton of money up front so he could play in the next 2 years while the Saints ride out Brees' career. Him being hurt for one year really screws up that plan. It has more to do with the circumstances surrounding the FA deal. Edited November 6, 2014 by FireChan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boyst Posted November 6, 2014 Share Posted November 6, 2014 Byrd was a great player. He single-handily won games for Buffalo. No one can predict injury. This thread amounts to nothing more than sour grapes. IFFFFFF the Bills didn't know about his back issues prior. I am betting he had played thru pain in his back for a while and still performed at a high level. After signing a new big deal he went ahead and had this fixed and was healthy for the first time, perhaps, in a while. No telling how long his back bothered him. But, he came back and got hurt somewhere else. I am betting the Bills knew about his back issue prior. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punching Bag Posted November 6, 2014 Share Posted November 6, 2014 They knew he had hip issues and that is not good for a safety. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vincec Posted November 6, 2014 Share Posted November 6, 2014 I wanted to tag and trade him. Still a little perplexed at how we got nothing for him. My position too. It seems that Byrd's agent outplayed the Bills to avoid that scenario and maximize his options. Anyway, it's done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoSaint Posted November 7, 2014 Share Posted November 7, 2014 IFFFFFF the Bills didn't know about his back issues prior. I am betting he had played thru pain in his back for a while and still performed at a high level. After signing a new big deal he went ahead and had this fixed and was healthy for the first time, perhaps, in a while. No telling how long his back bothered him. But, he came back and got hurt somewhere else. I am betting the Bills knew about his back issue prior. Wouldn't shock me- we as fans knew little at the time about his PF or Levitres knee but both were getting shots in 2012 Why is it absurd to point out his absence from the field? Durability counts. Getting cleaned up in the offseason is standard issue for many- a single random injury doesn't prove durability issues. With time it may go that direction but at this point it's a bit extreme to pretend it's clear he will never contribute. He might play every game the rest of the contract for all we know. We gave Parker permission to find a trading partner even BEFORE the '12 season ended and it was apparent they were gonna test the market (and who could blame them?). There weren't teams lining up to talk to them. As a matter of fact, there wasn't a huge amount of interest in Byrd as a free agent when he was on the market. I think Parker played N.O. perfectly. That said, this idea that he's a huge FA bust is absurd. He's injured for crissakes. It's also absurd to point to a couple plays he gave up before he was injured as well. Contrary to PFF and others, Byrd gave up big plays as a Bill since his rookie year and that's nothing new. But if he stayed healthy there is not reason to believe he wouldn't be making his share of big plays right now as he and his running mates grew into the defense. GO BILLS!!! I feel like that pre-2012 statement is a new one around here? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfan89 Posted November 7, 2014 Share Posted November 7, 2014 Byrd played pretty good when he was here. The Saints payed top dollar for him and he struggled early and then got hurt. Good for him that he has some guaranteed money next season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boyst Posted November 7, 2014 Share Posted November 7, 2014 See we excuse Byrd for not wanting to be here and are fine by him wanting more money. But we hate Fitz for wanting to here and doing his very besy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3rdand12 Posted November 7, 2014 Share Posted November 7, 2014 They knew he had hip issues and that is not good for a safety. I think this is a true statement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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