YoloinOhio Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 @MatthewFairburn: Brandon Spikes said Buffalo made him the happiest he's ever been in the NFL: http://t.co/hLwX4x2oz5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big C Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 Awwww. So he'll give us a discount? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted December 28, 2014 Author Share Posted December 28, 2014 Culture sounds horrible. Clean house. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bladiebla Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 Awwww. So he'll give us a discount? He certainly might be more flexible, he's basicly settled for life, wants to come back and have fun. Offcourse he won't take scraps and wants a decent contract / respect but I dont expect him to drive it to the max. Then again his agent still has his wallet to fill too, in the end it's a business. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted December 28, 2014 Author Share Posted December 28, 2014 (edited) I don't think he will get a big contract anywhere because of his limitations but could be wrong. I'd love to keep him at a reasonable amount. Edited December 28, 2014 by YoloinOhio Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirby Jackson Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 Culture sounds horrible. Clean house. Burn it down!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkAF43 Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 Good to see though. It shows things are changing around here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted December 28, 2014 Author Share Posted December 28, 2014 I think it will only get better with the Pegulas. They make players feel at home and that they are people and not just a cog in a wheel. And they show them the money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Jokeman Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 I don't think he will get a big contract anywhere because of his limitations but could be wrong. I'd love to keep him at a reasonable amount. His stats weren't great this year in part because a lack of playing time, one would think if Kiko is healthy next year Spikes' playing time will be even less here. That said I'd love to re-sign Spikes as a security blanket at MLB. The question is what kind of contract would it take? I'm thinking two years maybe $4.5 million. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big C Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 Spikes is a leader, a veteran presence among our young LBs, and a special teams contributer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 I think this was a very classy way of saying farewell. He was perfect for this moment in time-- but I don't think re-signing will make sense for either party. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fixxxer Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 Culture sounds horrible. Clean house. Yeah, I heard Marrone is a meanie...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted December 28, 2014 Author Share Posted December 28, 2014 I think this was a very classy way of saying farewell. He was perfect for this moment in time-- but I don't think re-signing will make sense for either party. had to wonder if he expected to be gone after this pre-game tweet:@BrandonSpikes51: One last time with my brothers !! Let's get it !! #BilllsMafia #GoBills http://t.co/xCClTjWgNX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John from Riverside Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 I know Kiko is coming back....but i would like to see Spikes back non the less..... Still a monster of a run defender Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rfk Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 He just wanted to shout out to the other 30 teams that he's not a malcontent and wants a big contract Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fixxxer Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 You gotta like the guy, this is what he bought for his team brothers: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick the Greek Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 Burn it down!! BLOW IT UP! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly the Dog Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 Well of course he likes to come to work with the defense, especially after they just beat the Patriots in NE. he's probably never been happier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big C Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 I'd love to keep Spikes and lose Keith Rivers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boyst Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 Listening to him several times on Sirius he sounded truly happy to be in Buffalo. Like it just fit him. His blue collar attitude, workman like demeanor and relishing the role of the underdog, it all just fits who he seems to be that he fits in well here. I think he and others will represent Buffalo well going forward being here or not. That he will be able to tell people the difference in culture and attitude between New England and Buffalo. Sure, New England may win some games but that's Tom Brady. Everyone knows that. He'll be able to tell everyone that Buffalo is getting better and Buffalo is treats their guys right. I don't think he will get a big contract anywhere because of his limitations but could be wrong. I'd love to keep him at a reasonable amount. I think he will get around $3mm/season if offered a contract 3 years or more. He's only 27. His stats weren't great this year in part because a lack of playing time, one would think if Kiko is healthy next year Spikes' playing time will be even less here. That said I'd love to re-sign Spikes as a security blanket at MLB. The question is what kind of contract would it take? I'm thinking two years maybe $4.5 million. That's over a $1mm pay increase then his 1 year deal of 2014. A one year deal is more $$/year then a multiyear deal. He signed 1 year $3.25mm deal. If Alonso comes back he goes to Will. Spikes and Brown battle MLB position, while Bradham remains at SLB. Brown has shown limits, as well. Spikes did very well his first 3 games and has looked a lot better then expected in pass coverage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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