r00tabaga Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 On like a MoFo... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rowisu80 Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 Can't we still sign Zach Brown as well? i think we definitely can; we still have enough space for 1 more semi-expensive signing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikie's Bills Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 So replaced Graham with Alexander- salary wise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jr1 Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 great player and person Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWATeam Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 Welcome back LoRax! Putting together a team with GREAT character guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 Good news, but I'm a little surprised that Z. Brown wasn't prioritized over Lo due to the change in scheme/age/etc. I assume he'd be a rotational pass rusher and ST guy mainly? And not a LB? Given that Brown hasn't signed with anyone yet, I have no doubt that he's pricing himself out of the current market. But good to have Zo back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Wagon Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 Given that Brown hasn't signed with anyone yet, I have no doubt that he's pricing himself out of the current market. But good to have Zo back. Hightower hasn't signed anywhere either. Linebacker isn't a "premier" position where someone is going to blow a 2nd tier guy away just to make sure they get him, it's very possible Zach is waiting to see if Hightower can set the market for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Duffy Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 This is god IMO. Guy has been with a few different teams playing different positions. I think he finally found his calling card with the LB position. Glad to have him back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 So replaced Graham with Alexander- salary wise. ......Graham could end up coming back.....32 in July.....would you do it at vet minimum+?................. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zyg13 Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 Great move and great deal for the Bills! Welcome back Zo! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 @buffalobills Lorenzo Alexander is staying in Buffalo! #GoBills We've agreed to terms to bring the Pro Bowl LB back to the Bills. http://bufbills.co/i5pIwD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikie's Bills Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 ......Graham could end up coming back.....32 in July.....would you do it at vet minimum+?................. Depending on how the draft and the rest of FA shakes out, absolutely I'd bring him back. Even if he doesn't start at the vet min he would be very good depth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWATeam Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 This is god IMO. Guy has been with a few different teams playing different positions. I think he finally found his calling card with the LB position. Glad to have him back. I like LoRax and all, but I'm not sure he's the divine being Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Moulds on my A** Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 Glad to have the Lorax back and on an affordable deal. His precense on special teams and in the locker room will give us a competitive edge. At 33 he will be coming to work with a no-nonsense attitude and hopefully be the leader we all expect of him. Can he repeat as a sack master? Probably not, but I'm still happy to have him on this team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 I like it. We would have paid someone like Percy harvin that money anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billsfaninwtn Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 I'm mixed about this signing. Love his character and no doubt he had a great season last year. I'm just worried how he will fit into McDermott's scheme. I hope he wasn't just a product of the Ryan system. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pirate Angel Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 Not crazy about this I think he thrived in a system, for gods sake Maybin recorded 5 sacks in Hex's scheme Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 Depending on how the draft and the rest of FA shakes out, absolutely I'd bring him back. Even if he doesn't start at the vet min he would be very good depth. ....agree....good point.......maybe Lorenzo talks him into a "hometown discount"....stay tuned............... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BUNCH OF MULARKEY Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 @onemangang97 Going back to Buffalo! #billsmafia His legs look a bit scrawny in this picture. I hope he starts lifting soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tsaikotic Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 (edited) per Lorax when asked how he fits in the new 4-3: Lorenzo AlexanderVerified account @onemangang97 @TPucks @SalSports Sam actually played it last year a ton. And yes off the ball. Edited March 11, 2017 by Tsaikotic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWATeam Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 I'm mixed about this signing. Love his character and no doubt he had a great season last year. I'm just worried how he will fit into McDermott's scheme. I hope he wasn't just a product of the Ryan system. He'll be versatile, which seems to be what we are focusing on. I think he'll mainly play SAM. He's surprisingly athletic in space Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 Not crazy about this I think he thrived in a system, for gods sake Maybin recorded 5 sacks in Hex's scheme ....FOUR were cheerleaders I believe............. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Duffy Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 I like LoRax and all, but I'm not sure he's the divine being Well, I mean he was brought in last year for depth anyways I believe, he still can be very useful as far as LB depth goes.Still hoping to see great things from Ragland also. I'm sure they are probably going to look a a few more LBs too. But Zo showed he can start and hold it down for the most part so obviously if he gets outplayed in camp he will be useful for depth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhoTom Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 Not crazy about this I think he thrived in a system, for gods sake Maybin recorded 5 sacks in Hex's scheme Maybin's numbers were coverage sacks. I don't think our secondary was responsible for many coverage sacks last year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Moulds on my A** Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 ....FOUR were cheerleaders I believe............. Hahahahahahahahaha, voluminous chuckle over here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hurricane Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 Good dude.. Glad he's back.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikie's Bills Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 per Lorax when asked how he fits in the new 4-3: Lorenzo AlexanderVerified account @onemangang97 @TPucks @SalSports Sam actually played it last year a ton. And yes off the ball. Interesting, most believe Ragland would play SAM this season.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWATeam Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 Interesting, most believe Ragland would play SAM this season.. Ragland is classic MLB, IMO. I just don't know how Preston fits in... I don't think he's nearly athletic enough for WILL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Turk Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 (edited) Good news, but I'm a little surprised that Z. Brown wasn't prioritized over Lo due to the change in scheme/age/etc. I assume he'd be a rotational pass rusher and ST guy mainly? And not a LB? He is a young 33....mostly special teamer and part-time role player, plus he takes excellent care of himself, so I wouldn't be too concerned over that... I'm mixed about this signing. Love his character and no doubt he had a great season last year. I'm just worried how he will fit into McDermott's scheme. I hope he wasn't just a product of the Ryan system. Let me get this straight. McDermott isn't worried about how he will fit into his scheme, but you are? Do you somehow have better knowledge about McDermott's scheme than he does himself? Edited March 11, 2017 by matter2003 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikie's Bills Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 Ragland is classic MLB, IMO. I just don't know how Preston fits in... I don't think he's nearly athletic enough for WILL Ragland was drafted to be a 3-4 ILB. Remains to be seen if he can stay on the field for all 3 downs. Preston's best year came as the MLB in a 4-3. I think he starts the year in the middle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TPS Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 Given that Brown hasn't signed with anyone yet, I have no doubt that he's pricing himself out of the current market. But good to have Zo back.i think they looked at browns work and weren't all they impressed. I doubt they bring him back regardless of asking price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QCity Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 "I really don’t want to go to a different team” means he didn't get any other offers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWATeam Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 Ragland was drafted to be a 3-4 ILB. Remains to be seen if he can stay on the field for all 3 downs. Preston's best year came as the MLB in a 4-3. I think he starts the year in the middle. So you have Preston in the Middle and LoRax at WILL, where do you have Ragland? The bench? Rotating in? I don't see it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zyg13 Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 "I really don’t want to go to a different team” means he didn't get any other offers. Umm, no it doesn't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klos63 Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 Just about as much as I think its bearable in terms of price. He isnt a fantastic scheme fit, but its clear that good character and leadership is valued by the new coaching staff, and he adds depth in the front 7 which is really lacking. I wonder if the coaches think differently than you do? I'm guessing since they signed him, they think he can help whatever 'scheme' they use. I think fans like saying the word 'scheme' , makes them sound smart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nucci Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 I've got a bad feeling about paying a 1 year wonder. Good for LorAx. You have a bad feeling about every move the Bills make Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klos63 Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 He is a young 33....mostly special teamer and part-time role player, plus he takes excellent care of himself, so I wouldn't be too concerned over that... Let me get this straight. McDermott isn't worried about how he will fit into his scheme, but you are? Do you somehow have better knowledge about McDermott's scheme than he does himself? It's crazy, isn't it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nucci Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 Locker room guy, too Overrated....it depends on his on field performance....tired of hearing about "locker room guys" I get the feeling that -- with regard to Alexander's pass rushing success -- he was largely a beneficiary of the Rex Ryan system. What the Bills WILL be getting for their money is a stud special teams player and a steady locker room and community presence. If I'm not mistaken, the last time Alexander was in a 4-3 defense, he played OLB and not edge rusher. Will be interesting to see what he does in McDermott's D. My gut feeling is that I feel the money could have been better spent elsewhere. Why does this matter? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWATeam Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 You have a bad feeling about every move the Bills make But if we sign Manziel on the other hand... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klos63 Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 Overrated....it depends on his on field performance....tired of hearing about "locker room guys" Why does this matter? obviously didn't help us get in the playoffs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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