NoSaint Posted March 8, 2015 Share Posted March 8, 2015 I thought Chip didn't need to pay a RB in his genius system @AdamSchefter: Barring a breakdown in talks, Frank Gore expected to sign 3-year deal in which $7.5 million in first two years are guaranteed. If it's 3 years 15m that's a pretty good gap andhe picked up a good young player too. It's ok if things work out for everyone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reed83HOF Posted March 8, 2015 Share Posted March 8, 2015 TrashTalkNFL @TrashTalkNFL 18m18 minutes ago #Eagles trade McCoy to #Bills of fear his legs are getting old. Now they pickup 127 year old Frank Gore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted March 8, 2015 Share Posted March 8, 2015 @PatMoranMix96: Lesean McCoy's "crappy" 2014 season (1,319 yards) would've ranked 8th all-time in #Bills history. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boyst Posted March 8, 2015 Share Posted March 8, 2015 If for some reason the trade is cancelled due to a physical does that mean the Eagles keep McCoy at his new contract or it defaults to previous contract? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reed83HOF Posted March 8, 2015 Share Posted March 8, 2015 If for some reason the trade is cancelled due to a physical does that mean the Eagles keep McCoy at his new contract or it defaults to previous contract? Can't sign it until start of new league year.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoSaint Posted March 8, 2015 Share Posted March 8, 2015 If for some reason the trade is cancelled due to a physical does that mean the Eagles keep McCoy at his new contract or it defaults to previous contract? Technically, it doesn't exist yet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted March 8, 2015 Share Posted March 8, 2015 It's gore and kiko, and if the 5m numbers in the ballpark 10m in cap space so another contributor too (or upgrade)... I don't think either side will be terribly upset unless injury bugs bite and you just can't predict it As we discussed at some point in this huge thread, this was the move I would have made. I guess I am a "RB's are a dime a dozen" person. And if you adhere to that theory, landing Kiko and picking up a stop-gap like Gore for $7.5 m guaranteed is a great deal. The Eagles get cap room, and they will probably draft a mid-round RB to hedge against Gore (or maybe they keep Polk to do that). To me, that's a smarter allocation of resources than throwing big bucks at McCoy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoSaint Posted March 8, 2015 Share Posted March 8, 2015 As we discussed at some point in this huge thread, this was the move I would have made. I guess I am a "RB's are a dime a dozen" person. And if you adhere to that theory, landing Kiko and picking up a stop-gap like Gore for $7.5 m guaranteed is a great deal. The Eagles get cap room, and they will probably draft a mid-round RB to hedge against Gore (or maybe they keep Polk to do that). To me, that's a smarter allocation of resources than throwing big bucks at McCoy. Good arguments for each, and risks for each. If McCoy gets 4500 rushing yards the next 3 years and tacks on 1000 receiving - it's hard to argue against him but if he ends up with a nagging injury or two it could get ugly quick. Eagles having 3 people to fill the same resources hedges a little, no doubt. I think I'm comfortable with either end on this one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Turk Posted March 8, 2015 Share Posted March 8, 2015 As we discussed at some point in this huge thread, this was the move I would have made. I guess I am a "RB's are a dime a dozen" person. And if you adhere to that theory, landing Kiko and picking up a stop-gap like Gore for $7.5 m guaranteed is a great deal. The Eagles get cap room, and they will probably draft a mid-round RB to hedge against Gore (or maybe they keep Polk to do that). To me, that's a smarter allocation of resources than throwing big bucks at McCoy. However, LB's are the equivalent on defense of "dime a dozen" RBs on offense... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBillsForever Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 As we discussed at some point in this huge thread, this was the move I would have made. I guess I am a "RB's are a dime a dozen" person. And if you adhere to that theory, landing Kiko and picking up a stop-gap like Gore for $7.5 m guaranteed is a great deal. The Eagles get cap room, and they will probably draft a mid-round RB to hedge against Gore (or maybe they keep Polk to do that). To me, that's a smarter allocation of resources than throwing big bucks at McCoy. Agree. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 @SportsCenter: Eagles will have tough time replacing LeSean McCoy & Jeremy Maclin. The two combined for 2,792 total yards in 2014, 42% of Philly's offense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smapdi Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 Agree. The problem with this strategy is the simple fact that the Bills want win right now. Pagula and Ryan have clearly stated that this team must make the playoffs this season... it's all that matters to this organization. Since this team is without a legitimate QB that can carry them to the playoffs, they will be relying on their elite defense to win them games. On offense, this means you better have a very good RB to be able to utilize Rex's ground and pound approach. Frank Gore is not good enough for that all important role. He is too old & past his prime. RB is going to be this offense's most important player so Whaley went out & got the best RB in the NFL over the past 5 years in McCoy. Yes, there are plenty of examples of finding serviceable RBs in the 2nd-4th rounds but that is not guaranteed. This organization simply doesn't have the time to wait around for a 3rd round RB "to find his groove" in the NFL- if that ever even happens. LeSean McCoy is a sure thing. He has proven he can handle a heavy workload with back to back 300+ carry seasons in which he started every single game & put up nearly 3000 yards & 14 TDs During those 3oo carry seasons Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Turk Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 @SportsCenter: Eagles will have tough time replacing LeSean McCoy & Jeremy Maclin. The two combined for 2,792 total yards in 2014, 42% of Philly's offense. Chip Kelly and his ego getting in the way of keeping stars Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 The problem with this strategy is the simple fact that the Bills want win right now. Pagula and Ryan have clearly stated that this team must make the playoffs this season... it's all that matters to this organization. Since this team is without a legitimate QB that can carry them to the playoffs, they will be relying on their elite defense to win them games. On offense, this means you better have a very good RB to be able to utilize Rex's ground and pound approach. Frank Gore is not good enough for that all important role. He is too old & past his prime. RB is going to be this offense's most important player so Whaley went out & got the best RB in the NFL over the past 5 years in McCoy. Yes, there are plenty of examples of finding serviceable RBs in the 2nd-4th rounds but that is not guaranteed. This organization simply doesn't have the time to wait around for a 3rd round RB "to find his groove" in the NFL- if that ever even happens. LeSean McCoy is a sure thing. He has proven he can handle a heavy workload with back to back 300+ carry seasons in which he started every single game & put up nearly 3000 yards & 14 TDs During those 3oo carry seasons You could say the same thing about the Eagles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boyst Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 McCoy in Buffalo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dibs Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 It's gore and kiko, and if the 5m numbers in the ballpark 10m in cap space so another contributor too (or upgrade)... I don't think either side will be terribly upset unless injury bugs bite and you just can't predict it Don't forget the $3.4M of dead cap hit the Eagles have due to the McCoy trade. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 McCoy in Buffalo he looks rich Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan-4-Ever Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 he's got extra cash (or soon) to buy a suit for you, BTW would you wear a suit to a physical? he looks rich Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 he's got extra cash (or soon) to buy a suit for you, BTW would you wear a suit to a physical? I wasn't being sarcastic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan-4-Ever Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 (edited) I was ..... sort of. LOL To be honest - I could care less what they wear off the field. Edited March 9, 2015 by BillsFan-4-Ever Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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