3rdand12 Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 that was close. dodged a bullet there didnt we? Massare's tweet confirmed that Bills have him their best and final offer. He chose Browns. Massare seems to have been correct. Good on him.So Leroi is NOT Massare ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
What a Tuel Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 (edited) Massare's tweet confirmed that Bills have him their best and final offer. He chose Browns. Sure, but he made this prediction after everyone knew the Bills were meeting with McCown. I believe he did the same after the Bills were meeting with Rex Ryan (at that point everyone assumed it was just out of respect). Unless I am wrong and he told everyone before that initial meeting. I'll maybe start believing if I hear the Bills are in contract talks with Locker. Maybe. Edited February 27, 2015 by What a Tuel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lurker Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 There is no reason to make this move any time before TC. We agree on that, at least... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GG Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 Sure, but he made this prediction after everyone knew the Bills were meeting with McCown. I believe he did the same after the Bills were meeting with Rex Ryan (at that point everyone assumed it was just out of respect). Unless I am wrong and he told everyone before that initial meeting. I'll maybe start believing if I hear the Bills are in contract talks with Locker. Maybe. That's not why I posted that. It was to refute that Leroi was wrong about Bills interest in McCown. Bills were in fact going hard after McCown, and Massare's tweet confirmed the rumor. If anything, Leroi's post made it sound like it was near certainty that Bills would sign him, but I don't know if his source knew of Cleveland's interest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 It certainly doesn't make financial sense, but if the coaching staff feels that there is little chance of EJ winning the starting job in camp, then there is little reason to keep him (and based on last year's camp, EJ doesn't have a chance in hell). History suggests that the reason to keep him is that sometimes QB get injured - Kolb loses his fight with a bath mat, Bradford falls down and tears his ACL etc. So unless they have, not only a better starter but a better #2 and #3, there's really no reason NOT to keep EJ around. Didn't we play this once before with the Fitz cut and the early TJax release? No reason to keep them around when they weren't going to start, until.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
What a Tuel Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 Browns fans wanted Manuel if he was really cut. http://thebrownsboard.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=32141 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 Seems unlikely. But it's been reported the Bills talked to every QB at the combine with the exception of Marriota and Winston. They appear to be looking for someone, anyone, other than EJ I don't see how you get there, either. Whaley Rex and Roman have been aligned all along in saying they would bring in at least 2 QB, preferably one a vet. Frankly, having a vet backup and drafting (or keeping around) a promising rookie is SOP for every well run team. Doesn't mean they think EJ is the likely starter, but doesn't mean they are looking for "anyone other than EJ" either, unless they do cut him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MyHorseAteTheKid Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 E. J. To the Browns for McCown... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
What a Tuel Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 (edited) I don't see how you get there, either. Whaley Rex and Roman have been aligned all along in saying they would bring in at least 2 QB, preferably one a vet. Frankly, having a vet backup and drafting (or keeping around) a promising rookie is SOP for every well run team. Doesn't mean they think EJ is the likely starter, but doesn't mean they are looking for "anyone other than EJ" either, unless they do cut him. Yeah I am not sure how they got there either. If this were the case the Patriots were looking for anyone, other than Tom Brady when they were looking at QB's in last years draft and drafted Garoppolo in the 2nd round. Or the Giants with Nassib. Or the Steelers with Jones. Or the Broncos with Osweiler. Or the Redskins with Cousins (right after they gave away their future) Good teams draft QBs all the time. Edited February 28, 2015 by What a Tuel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Wiz Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 E. J. To the Browns for McCown...Buddy asleep again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hondo in seattle Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 If I was McCown: * I'd want to start * I'd want to win * I'd want to get paid. In Cleveland, he's pretty much guaranteed the first point and the Browns probably beat us on the last point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3rdand12 Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 E. J. To the Browns for McCown... Ahead of the curve sir! but i say we give him a year of sucking over there in Cleveland , and he is another year older. Maybe retired even. Then offer him 5 mill to come out of retirement and start for us. just like we did with Orton. and that was fun for a little while.. Manuel has to get his act together this year. Please oh please. If I was McCown: * I'd want to start * I'd want to win * I'd want to get paid. In Cleveland, he's pretty much guaranteed the first point and the Browns probably beat us on the last point. I am sure the last point is correct> i am really looking forward to seeing what cash it took to "sway" him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 I'm not reading through 16 pages of comments. I'm just going to say that this isn't a rumor ... the OP clearly stated it was his opinion. The thread title should be changed. Then the thread should be locked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 (edited) I'm not reading through 16 pages of comments. I'm just going to say that this isn't a rumor ... the OP clearly stated it was his opinion. The thread title should be changed. Then the thread should be locked. Gugny, Where did the OP clearly state it was his opinion? Here's the post: -------------------------------------------------------------- We are desperate to find an alternative to EJ. We feel McCown is an upgrade to Orton. Roman and him are good friends. Look for this to be completed tomorrow AM, also look for EJ to be cut two days after FA opens. Imo ________________________________________ Sorry but I don't see a single "in my opinion" there. If you mean "lmo" the guy's screen name is Leroi, or leroi, and he signs every post "lmo" (lowercase "L" "M" "O") If I"m stating my opinion, I typically don't use 'we' unless I got a mouse in my pocket. But hey, don't let me rain on your righteousness parade. Edited February 28, 2015 by Hopeful Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
What a Tuel Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 Agreed. At least change the title to " EJ Manuel might be cut" or something. Likely feels as if it is a foregone conclusion. Gugny, Where did the OP clearly state it was his opinion? Here's the post: -------------------------------------------------------------- We are desperate to find an alternative to EJ.We feel McCown is an upgrade to Orton.Roman and him are good friends. Look for this to be completed tomorrow AM, also look for EJ to be cut two days after FA opens.Imo ________________________________________ Sorry but I don't see a single "in my opinion" there. If you mean "lmo" the guy's screen name is Leroi, or leroi, and he signs every post "lmo" (lowercase "L" "M" "O") If I"m stating my opinion, I typically don't use 'we' unless I got a mouse in my pocket. Copy and paste the IMO into word or even the shout box. It is an i Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 Agreed. At least change the title to " EJ Manuel might be cut" or something. Likely feels as if it is a foregone conclusion. Copy and paste the IMO into word or even the shout box. It is an i Well copying didn't reveal anything. Changing the font and by jings you and Gugny are correct, it is "imo". Sorry I can't agree with him on the "clearly" bit, though. If one has to play word processor games to find an IMO, it isn't very clear....and the point about the use of "we" and "our" in this person's posts remains, most people stating a personal opinion do not use plural pronouns. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 Gugny, Where did the OP clearly state it was his opinion? Here's the post: -------------------------------------------------------------- We are desperate to find an alternative to EJ. We feel McCown is an upgrade to Orton. Roman and him are good friends. Look for this to be completed tomorrow AM, also look for EJ to be cut two days after FA opens. Imo ________________________________________ Sorry but I don't see a single "in my opinion" there. If you mean "lmo" the guy's screen name is Leroi, or leroi, and he signs every post "lmo" (lowercase "L" "M" "O") If I"m stating my opinion, I typically don't use 'we' unless I got a mouse in my pocket. But hey, don't let me rain on your righteousness parade. Imo stands for "In My Opinion." Oh, righteous one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CNY315 Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 (edited) Imo stands for "In My Opinion." Oh, righteous one. Whatever it is I really don't think it's relevant to any of his posts...imo Edited February 28, 2015 by CNY315 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QCity Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 History suggests that the reason to keep him is that sometimes QB get injured - Kolb loses his fight with a bath mat, Bradford falls down and tears his ACL etc. So unless they have, not only a better starter but a better #2 and #3, there's really no reason NOT to keep EJ around. Didn't we play this once before with the Fitz cut and the early TJax release? No reason to keep them around when they weren't going to start, until.... You're missing the point I was making. I'm certainly not advocating that we keep 1 QB on the roster. You bring in 3 QBs that have a legitimate shot at winning the starting job. The 2 that don't win are your backups. You don't audition for backups when you don't have a starter in place. If the coaches feel that EJ has no chance of winning the starting job, or he doesn't fit into their system, there would be a case for moving him. It wouldn't make financial sense of course. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mead107 Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 (edited) Page 16. 34 more to go to hit 50. Still say it is tuel time. Edited February 28, 2015 by mead107 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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