26CornerBlitz Posted May 12, 2017 Author Share Posted May 12, 2017 @MikeCatalana Sean McDermott says they had a "6 year interview " with Beane in Carolina. Knows how he handles things Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBuff423 Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 What QB are they paying? The next QB they pay mega money to will be 5 years down the line. The Panthers season went down the tubes without Norman. Julio Jonses had over 300 yards receiving in one game against that secondary. Hopefully they learned their lesson... My point was that philosophically you pay those positions, the others you find ways of adjusting. Again, look at the recent Super Bowl winners / losers and those that continuously contend. Megatron was one of the best WRs of our generation, how many titles came with him and Stafford? How many playoffs? When you examine Super Bowl rosters, you typically have a very good quarterback, decent to great line play on both sides of the ball, and usually another excellent grouping of players, i.e. Linebackers, CBs, etc. And, the model that remains sustainable, is where when you find your Franchise QB, you pay him like it, and then you work hard to keep the best players in the trenches, while complimenting all other positions between Drafting and FAs that fit within your scheme. I'm all for keeping Watkins, but not to the point where that money in the next year to three will cost the ability to keep other more important players relative to position. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KellyToughII Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 (edited) Cool. My guess is he stays on the field all year and has a great year. If you disagree that they shouldn't show him the money after that then all I can say is I'm glad your not the GM.(Or should I say McDermott) Again, a SMART franchise does not handcuff its self to a handful of players. IF he prices himself out of what we want, or should, pay then franchise him. The secondary was awful without Norman, but you think a comp pick is worth it to help sabotage a season? Got it. One player is not why they had a bad season. Look at Cam's Numbers for that answer. They kept him from running and forced him to be a QB and he failed at it. See how they added more weapons for him this offseason? Carolina has been my #2 team since their inception so I know about the Panthers. Beane will NOT overpay for a player, neither does Green Bay, Pittsburgh, NE teams that are always in the hunt. Fans need to prepare for a new way at OBD. Huge "name" splashes in Free agency are done. We will draft and develop, but let them move on if they don't fit the salary structure, like good teams do. Edited May 12, 2017 by KellyToughII Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buftex Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 (edited) To be fair, they aren't grilling Beane with questions like "what is your job exactly?" Yes...they were a-holes to Whaely. Lost whatever respect I had for the Buffalo sports media during that whole fiasco. Edited May 12, 2017 by Buftex Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan4 Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 What QB are they paying? The next QB they pay mega money to will be 5 years down the line. The Panthers season went down the tubes without Norman. Julio Jonses had over 300 yards receiving in one game against that secondary. Hopefully they learned their lesson... It was a lot more than just John Norman though. They had to replace 3/4 of their starting secondary from the previous season. They were starting multiple rookies in the secondary. They had a bunch of key injuries to some of their best player, like Luke Keuchly and Cam Newton (concussion and then shoulder injury) and key players on the defensive line. Cam Newton regressed terribly, after having his best year ever in 2015. Their offensive line regressed terribly, and the passing game went way downhill because of it. The defensive line regressed badly too. They went from being at the top of the NFL for sacks and QB pressure all the way to near the bottom of the NFL. That will put extra pressure on even the best secondary. They also lost their #1 CB in that game against Atlanta, and Atlanta lit up a bunch of teams last season. Their offense was incredible. They torched the best secondary in the league right after that (Denver). The Panthers secondary was actually playing well before that game. Losing John Norman was a small part of the problem, but not even close to the only reason why that team regressed so much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnBonhamRocks Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 Again, a SMART franchise does not handcuff its self to a handful of players. IF he prices himself out of what we want, or should, pay then franchise him. One player is not why they had a bad season. Look at Cam's Numbers for that answer. They kept him from running and forced him to be a QB and he failed at it. See how they added more weapons for him this offseason? Carolina has been my #2 team since their inception so I know about the Panthers. Beane will NOT overpay for a player, neither does Green Bay, Pittsburgh, NE teams that are always in the hunt. Fans need to prepare for a new way at OBD. Huge "name" splashes in Free agency are done. We will draft and develop, but let them move on if they don't fit the salary structure, like good teams do. Aside from TO and Mario, have we had very many others? Dockery? Clay? Feel like we've been trying to draft and develop, not that I'm against it. Regardless, good for Beane inheriting (a) sizable cap room next year, (b) two 1st round picks next year, and © a short-term get out of jail free card in that he arrived after FA and Draft for this offseason. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JM2009 Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 Sal MaioranaVerified account @salmaiorana 4h4 hours ago More One thing noticeable right off the bat, Brandon Beane isn’t overwhelmed by a presser, as Doug Whaley often seemed to be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iron Maiden Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 McDermott provided list of GM candidates to Terry. Wonder if it went like this. 1. Brandon Beane 2. Brandon Beane 3. Brandon Beane 4. Brandon Beane 5. Brandon Beane The Bills chose #2...but I feel they're going to regret it....mark my words....#5 was clearly the better options... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
papazoid Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 this pair will have a minimum of 4 years here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-Daddy Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 this pair will have a minimum of 4 years here Good. Can't be any worse than the previous 17. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted May 12, 2017 Author Share Posted May 12, 2017 Watch: Brandon Beane Introduced (27:31)Bills Owner and CEO Terry Pegula introduces Brandon Beane as the new General Manager of the Bills. Beane discusses his plans for the Bills organization and why he believes Buffalo is the right fit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan4 Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 this pair will have a minimum of 4 years here I sure hope so! I truly believe that bad teams stay bad by constantly changing coaches and visions. I'd love to see what the Bills can do with the same coaching staff and the same scheme for a number of years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pi2000 Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 he sounded competent. nothing really to dislike about anything he said which is all this dog and pony show is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted May 12, 2017 Author Share Posted May 12, 2017 Watch: Beane 1-on-1 (8:13)Chris Brown sits down with GM Brandon Beane as they discuss getting to work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BUFFALOKIE Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 [quote name="DrDareustein" post="4376078" Beane is CHEAP! Nice! I think you are first!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBuff423 Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 This was one of those times where Bean couldn't have done himself any good at all - but he very well could have nearly sunk the ship with his self-inflicted damage. In this case, I'm of the opinion he held steady and strong and did well enough to invoke some confidence in his capabilities. Essentially, he came out about as well as he could have....anyone who thinks differently is entitled to their own opinion, but to me that only means their opinion was formed prior to his introduction press conference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted May 12, 2017 Author Share Posted May 12, 2017 Brandon Beane: "Earn the right" (19:48)Bills GM Brandon Beane joined the John Murphy Show after his introductory press conference. He shared his story of working up the ranks in the Panthers organization from intern to assistant GM and explained why he's so excited to join the Bills. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iraq Vet Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 Last time I was excited about a GM was Tom Donohue. This guys does nothing for me. My only hope is we just got blind lucky with this guy. I need a drink..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
row_33 Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 ****in way she goes boys... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coach Tuesday Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 I actually have a wrestling mat in my basement too. Good for yoga Do you like Coldplay? Just asking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
row_33 Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 Do you like Coldplay? Just asking. good for Advanced Twister as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 Do you like Coldplay? Just asking. only when combined with the Chainsmokers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BUFFALOKIE Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 ****in way she goes boys... ****in way she goes. Do you like Coldplay? Just asking. I don't like the band Coldplay, but I have enjoyed chewed up ice with my female friend. At the time, I thought I invented the word "coldplay". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnBonhamRocks Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 ****in way she goes boys... just a friend of the road, Bubbs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
row_33 Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 just a friend of the road, Bubbs made my whole week there.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnBonhamRocks Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffismagic Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 only when combined with the Chainsmokers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 Last time I was excited about a GM was Tom Donohue. This guys does nothing for me. My only hope is we just got blind lucky with this guy. I need a drink..... ....if Tom Dono-HOE-HOE-HOE excited you, I suggest SEVERAL drinks............... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Wiz Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 ....if Tom Dono-HOE-HOE-HOE excited you, I suggest SEVERAL drinks...............Coach: so what do we need?TD: wide receiver Coach: but we drafted 1 in the first round for the past... TD: WIDE RECEIVER!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vincec Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 Those are the exact words I wanted to hear. I've been preaching this approach for the past 4 years, so that's music to my ears. Same philosophy as Whaley. And 90% of all teams. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cripple Creek Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 It's only a press conference, but, he did very well. At least we have team leadership that doesn't look like buffoons in front of a camera. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeGOATski Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 @SalSports Terry and Kim Pegula with Brandon Beane. Pretty big sponsor there...bringin in uber bucks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrinkinBuddy Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 Good riddance to Overdorf. Whether officially or by losing control of contract negotiations. Seems this front office needs a director of personnel to be complete. A guy with an eye for talent. Is McCloughan a realistic candidate? Is he off the sauce? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrDawkinstein Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 Good riddance to Overdorf. Whether officially or by losing control of contract negotiations. Seems this front office needs a director of personnel to be complete. A guy with an eye for talent. Is McCloughan a realistic candidate? Is he off the sauce? Username fits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QCity Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 Same philosophy as Whaley. And 90% of all teams. No, not even close. In fact it's the polar opposite of Whaley's approach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jethro_tull Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 Chicago Bear's GM Ryan Pace talked a good game too. Unfortunately he was voted bum of the week by Chicago fans when he traded the farm to move up one draft position and take Mitch Trubisky. Press conferences aren't meaningless but they aren't worth much. Although having the new guy sound like he has a chance to be successful is better than the alternative. Gut feeling is positive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vincec Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 (edited) No, not even close. In fact it's the polar opposite of Whaley's approach. No. The same.Build through the draft. Use FA to address needs. Draft best available players and develop them. It's what everyone tries to do. The trick is doing it well. Edited May 12, 2017 by vincec Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 (edited) Coach: so what do we need? TD: wide receiver Coach: but we drafted 1 in the first round for the past... TD: WIDE RECEIVER!!!! .....the first indication he was a bad hire was his insistence at being named "El Presidente",FIRST in the club's history....title means more than your job?...seriously?.......his uncontrollable ego regarding personnel and hiring subordinating HC's on the cheap that would cave to this azzclown set this club back a decade....RW went to Patchwork 101 with unqualified yet trusted confidants.....you know the rest.. Edited May 12, 2017 by OldTimeAFLGuy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jethro_tull Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 I would like to know how they are going to find 17 experienced scouts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMF2006 Posted May 12, 2017 Share Posted May 12, 2017 Your evaluation of talent is flawed. Sammys one of the best if not the best talents on the field when he's healthy. He's missed 11 games in 3 years. Not great but extremely over exaggerated by fans here. If we don't pay him someone else will. Ok, but he's not the only WR coming along. Why over pay for average when you got draft picks and need cap room. Let the season play out,if he stays healthy and contributes get a deal done. I would like to know how they are going to find 17 experienced scouts. Right here on the board;) Couldn't do any worse than the pro's did for the last 2 decades;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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