sidbuff Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 Buffalo Bills: Wide receiver, cornerback, defensive line: Alleged franchise receiver Sammy Watkins can't stay on the field, and No. 2 wideout Robert Woods is headed to the open market. This might be the shallowest wide receiver corps in the league. With Stephon Gilmore set to get overpaid in free agency, the Bills will need an outside cornerback opposite Ronald Darby. The defensive line also could use reinforcements with Kyle Williams turning 34 years old this offseason. If the Bills don't pick up Tyrod Taylor's contract option, quarterback will jump to the top of this list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloHokie13 Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 Interesting that they are specific about CB instead of saying DB to encapsulate our need at Safety as well... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tsaikotic Posted March 2, 2017 Share Posted March 2, 2017 Interesting that they are specific about CB instead of saying DB to encapsulate our need at Safety as well... was thinking same thing...or at least add S to the list themselves and talk about how Aarron Williams might not be back and how Graham is getting older Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WGBillsFan Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 Interesting that they are specific about CB instead of saying DB to encapsulate our need at Safety as well... I had the same thought! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beef Jerky Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 We are screwed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ndirish1978 Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 Buffalo Bills: Wide receiver, cornerback, defensive line: Alleged franchise receiver Sammy Watkins can't stay on the field, and No. 2 wideout Robert Woods is headed to the open market. This might be the shallowest wide receiver corps in the league. With Stephon Gilmore set to get overpaid in free agency, the Bills will need an outside cornerback opposite Ronald Darby. The defensive line also could use reinforcements with Kyle Williams turning 34 years old this offseason. If the Bills don't pick up Tyrod Taylor's contract option, quarterback will jump to the top of this list. Weird that even the NLF.com staff would take shots at a player. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewEra Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 Interesting that they are specific about CB instead of saying DB to encapsulate our need at Safety as well... And Lb considering we have 1 possible decent Lb in Ragland Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoSaint Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 Interesting that they are specific about CB instead of saying DB to encapsulate our need at Safety as well... To be fair it's a lot easier to roll with good cbs and bad safeties than the opposite pairing. It's a much more important position (hence the price tag difference) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffAlone Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 And Lb considering we have 1 possible decent Lb in Raglandit should be. It'd be nice to put Zach Cunningham at Wlb to go with P Brown @ Mlb and Rags @ Slb. Get the top safety available in the second,and then corner in the third. I think we could get a Jourdan Lewis or Cam Sutton in round three. I could live with that. Maybe trade back to around 20 or so & gain another second to find a RT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ndirish1978 Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 And Lb considering we have 1 possible decent Lb in Ragland Is that a shot at Humber?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain_Quint Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 I think the most pressing need right now is an official fan message board. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deranged Rhino Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 I think the most pressing need right now is an official fan message board. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DriveFor1Outta5 Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 Weird that even the NLF.com staff would take shots at a player. I thought the same thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 I thought the same thing. probably a bitter fantasy owner who overdrafted Sammy last year. I made the same mistake Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LABILLBACKER Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 (edited) Weird that even the NLF.com staff would take shots at a player. All I know is if we lose Robert and Sammy's foot continues to be an issue we're really screwed. That's why I'd like to see us take Corey Davis in the 1st and Adoree Jackson alongside Darby in the 2nd round....then get the best safety available in the 3rd...Adams and Hooker will be long gone by 10... Edited March 3, 2017 by LABILLBACKER Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrober38 Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 The Depth Chart is currently Swiss Cheese. - nothing at WR (need a #2 and #3) - need a CB - need a SS - need a FS - need a WLB - need a RT - probably need a QB That doesn't even include our depth, which is non-existent. Good thing we have so many draft picks and so much cap space... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ndirish1978 Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 All I know is if we lose Robert and Sammy's foot continues to be an issue we're really screwed. That's why I'd like to see us take Corey Davis in the 1st and Adoree Jackson alongside Darby in the 2nd round....then get the best safety available in the 3rd...Adams and Hooker will be long gone by 10... Yeah I agree. I'm not a huge Sammy fan. It's just weird that someone at the league office would devalue an employee in a random article about team needs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wppete Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 We need a CB1 with our first pick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DriveFor1Outta5 Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 All I know is if we lose Robert and Sammy's foot continues to be an issue we're really screwed. That's why I'd like to see us take Corey Davis in the 1st and Adoree Jackson alongside Darby in the 2nd round....then get the best safety available in the 3rd...Adams and Hooker will be long gone by 10... A couple months ago I was very much against drafting a WR. The more thought I have given it has led me to change my mind. I was concerned that it would be like Millens Lions teams. When we have so many missing pieces what is a WR going to help? The answer is probably not a lot, but the issue is that we have zero depth. We also have no idea how much Watkins will be on the field. I don't dislike your idea at all anymore. We have gotten to the point where we desperately need some insurance for Watkins. Corey Davis or Mike Williams might be the insurance we need. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LABILLBACKER Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 Yeah I agree. I'm not a huge Sammy fan. It's just weird that someone at the league office would devalue an employee in a random article about team needs. Sammy is great when he's healthy, the problem is he's rarely healthy. And I think that's part of the reason Tyrod Taylor has failed to develop a chemistry with Sammy over the last two seasons. If he's not out there enough he can't get mannerisms or timing on routes. Drafting Corey Davis in the first round I think is a must! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DriveFor1Outta5 Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 We need a CB1 with our first pick. We do, but doesn't it seem like we have been drafting CB's here in Buffalo with our first round pick for the last 17 years? We always let CB's go because we are unwilling to overpay. Then we are left in a situation where we are filling holes that we have created ourselves. It's hard to build a team when you are constantly refilling the same holes every few years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frostbitmic Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 A new public relations man might be needed as well ... Thankfully they don't count against the cap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DriveFor1Outta5 Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 The Depth Chart is currently Swiss Cheese. - nothing at WR (need a #2 and #3) - need a CB - need a SS - need a FS - need a WLB - need a RT - probably need a QB That doesn't even include our depth, which is non-existent. Good thing we have so many draft picks and so much cap space... It's scary to see it like that, but they are definitely all needs. It's hard to build depth and not have gaping holes in the roster when you only have one or two guys from each of the past several drafts remaining on the team. Whaley really needs to step up this year. We have all these holes because in all reality our lastfew drafts have been pathetic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrober38 Posted March 3, 2017 Share Posted March 3, 2017 (edited) It's scary to see it like that, but they are definitely all needs. It's hard to build depth and not have gaping holes in the roster when you only have one or two guys from each of the past several drafts remaining on the team. Whaley really needs to step up this year. We have all these holes because in all reality our last few drafts have been pathetic. Whaley/Nix's drafting has been horrendous. Our 2011-2013 draft classes produced 26 draft picks. Of those 26 draft picks, only 3 received a 2nd contract from the Bills. That's as bad as it gets, and unfortunately the 2014 or 2015 drafts don't look any better. Edited March 3, 2017 by jrober38 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan17 Posted March 4, 2017 Share Posted March 4, 2017 One of my favorite players in this draft is Jones from Washington. However, I feel like the trend is we draft a CB,let them walk, draft another CB,rinse and repeat. I want to stop plugging the same holes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffalothruMyVeins Posted March 4, 2017 Share Posted March 4, 2017 (edited) One of my favorite players in this draft is Jones from Washington. However, I feel like the trend is we draft a CB,let them walk, draft another CB,rinse and repeat. I want to stop plugging the same holes. Well, this is somewhat the nature of the league. You can't keep everyone. So, if we DO give Gilmore his $13M/yr. deal, we now have about $3M remaining in cap room. Yes, we could restructure a guy, or release a guy, but all of that either creates ANOTHER hole, or kicks the can down the road on a bad salary cap situation. We would now keep Gilmore, but have to let go 3 or 4 other guys that we can't afford to re-sign... thus letting THOSE draft picks walk. SOMEBODY is going to walk. The only other option is that the players that we draft SUCK and they are able to be re-signed at a lower price. Which would you prefer? Edited March 4, 2017 by BuffalothruMyVeins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John from Riverside Posted March 4, 2017 Share Posted March 4, 2017 The Depth Chart is currently Swiss Cheese. - nothing at WR (need a #2 and #3) - need a CB - need a SS - need a FS - need a WLB - need a RT - probably need a QB That doesn't even include our depth, which is non-existent. Good thing we have so many draft picks and so much cap space... I guess we are gonna have to rely on some of your young guys like other teams do and have them quality coached? The biggest offseason pick up aquisition....McDermott Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turk71 Posted March 4, 2017 Share Posted March 4, 2017 I would put a competent, professional GM at the top of the needs list. Quick, before Whaley blows another draft, writes another stupid contract, or has to speak in public again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffBillsForLife Posted March 4, 2017 Share Posted March 4, 2017 RT not even mentioned? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffAlone Posted March 4, 2017 Share Posted March 4, 2017 The Depth Chart is currently Swiss Cheese. - nothing at WR (need a #2 and #3) - need a CB - need a SS - need a FS - need a WLB - need a RT - probably need a QB That doesn't even include our depth, which is non-existent. Good thing we have so many draft picks and so much cap space... reports are that Mills is meeting with the Bills I believe it said saturday.Maybe not the best option,but...I also think that half of your list will be taken care of pre-draft.I'm guessing that either way,we'll be on the lookout for a Safety,corner,and either a Wr or Qb,depending on what Whaley can find in FA,and what we do with TT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrober38 Posted March 4, 2017 Share Posted March 4, 2017 I guess we are gonna have to rely on some of your young guys like other teams do and have them quality coached? The biggest offseason pick up aquisition....McDermott We need better players. Aside from Ross Cockrell, it's not like the other guys we've drafted have gone to other teams and had success. For the most part, our mid to late round picks have proven to not be NFL caliber players most of the time. reports are that Mills is meeting with the Bills I believe it said saturday.Maybe not the best option,but...I also think that half of your list will be taken care of pre-draft.I'm guessing that either way,we'll be on the lookout for a Safety,corner,and either a Wr or Qb,depending on what Whaley can find in FA,and what we do with TT The Bills need everything. They need a QB, they need 2-3 receivers, they need a right tackle, they need defensive line depth (we have nothing behind our starters), we need a LB, we need a CB, we need a bunch of safeties, and we need a kicker. The Bills roster is a mess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffAlone Posted March 4, 2017 Share Posted March 4, 2017 We need better players. Aside from Ross Cockrell, it's not like the other guys we've drafted have gone to other teams and had success. For the most part, our mid to late round picks have proven to not be NFL caliber players most of the time. The Bills need everything. They need a QB, they need 2-3 receivers, they need a right tackle, they need defensive line depth (we have nothing behind our starters), we need a LB, we need a CB, we need a bunch of safeties, and we need a kicker. The Bills roster is a mess. need and need improved are two different things. If we sign Mills,it lessens the need.If we keep TT,it lessens the need.Same as for the rest of our FA's. I'm in agreement with you on all the positions you listed,but I just think that half of it will be addressed before the draft Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlayoffsPlease Posted March 4, 2017 Share Posted March 4, 2017 One of my favorite players in this draft is Jones from Washington. However, I feel like the trend is we draft a CB,let them walk, draft another CB,rinse and repeat. I want to stop plugging the same holes. First of all, Whaley is terrible. Secondly, some positions are pretty much better filled with $1m per rookies than $13 mm fifth year players. Gilmore is the same player now he was in year 2. He went from a good value to a terrible value. For example of a team that keeps plugging the same holes, check out the Patriots. We need better players. Aside from Ross Cockrell, it's not like the other guys we've drafted have gone to other teams and had success. For the most part, our mid to late round picks have proven to not be NFL caliber players most of the time. The Bills need everything. They need a QB, they need 2-3 receivers, they need a right tackle, they need defensive line depth (we have nothing behind our starters), we need a LB, we need a CB, we need a bunch of safeties, and we need a kicker. The Bills roster is a mess. I think its Bush's fault. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marty McFly Posted March 4, 2017 Share Posted March 4, 2017 swiss cheese depth chart. horrendous. wet fart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBillsGospel Posted March 4, 2017 Share Posted March 4, 2017 I believe Adolphus Washington will be replacing Kyle Williams when he retires/gets cut but I agree were quite thin at WR/CB, Whaley has his work cut out for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Moulds on my A** Posted March 4, 2017 Share Posted March 4, 2017 We need better players. Aside from Ross Cockrell, it's not like the other guys we've drafted have gone to other teams and had success. For the most part, our mid to late round picks have proven to not be NFL caliber players most of the time. The Bills need everything. They need a QB, they need 2-3 receivers, they need a right tackle, they need defensive line depth (we have nothing behind our starters), we need a LB, we need a CB, we need a bunch of safeties, and we need a kicker. The Bills roster is a mess. Ross Cockrell, man I really liked him too. He played really well against Mike's Evans in college. Seems like his frame was a little weak when he came in but he looked pretty good last year with the Steelers. I really hope Seymour pans out. That article about his vision being impaired during college, needing glasses and this potentially being the reason he struggled with interceptions makes him a big question mark as he develops. Letting Gilmore walk may make us uneasy but I really would prefer a safety if we pick at 10. Trading back a bit would be even better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punching Bag Posted March 4, 2017 Share Posted March 4, 2017 We need a CB1 with our first pick. Ask our expert JohnC which CB we should pick with first pick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JM2009 Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 We need better players. Aside from Ross Cockrell, it's not like the other guys we've drafted have gone to other teams and had success. For the most part, our mid to late round picks have proven to not be NFL caliber players most of the time. The Bills need everything. They need a QB, they need 2-3 receivers, they need a right tackle, they need defensive line depth (we have nothing behind our starters), we need a LB, we need a CB, we need a bunch of safeties, and we need a kicker. The Bills roster is a mess. I agree. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hardcore Bills Fan Posted March 6, 2017 Share Posted March 6, 2017 We need better players. Aside from Ross Cockrell, it's not like the other guys we've drafted have gone to other teams and had success. For the most part, our mid to late round picks have proven to not be NFL caliber players most of the time. The Bills need everything. They need a QB, they need 2-3 receivers, they need a right tackle, they need defensive line depth (we have nothing behind our starters), we need a LB, we need a CB, we need a bunch of safeties, and we need a kicker. The Bills roster is a mess. I get what you're saying. The Roster is a complete mess and DW its to blame. However I dont believe depth anywhere right now is a priority. Unfortunately the defense looks like its going to be fixed with Frazier at DC with or without a Thursday of Friday pick. IF DW is smart he will go all in on a GOOD QB. With Dennisons coaching history maybe.But he wont because that what good GM's are made of and DW knows hes on the hot seat for all his boneheaded moves. Good QB fixes most Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thurman#1 Posted March 6, 2017 Share Posted March 6, 2017 Buffalo Bills: Wide receiver, cornerback, defensive line: Alleged franchise receiver Sammy Watkins can't stay on the field, and No. 2 wideout Robert Woods is headed to the open market. This might be the shallowest wide receiver corps in the league. With Stephon Gilmore set to get overpaid in free agency, the Bills will need an outside cornerback opposite Ronald Darby. The defensive line also could use reinforcements with Kyle Williams turning 34 years old this offseason. If the Bills don't pick up Tyrod Taylor's contract option, quarterback will jump to the top of this list. Link, please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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