EmotionallyUnstable Posted August 22, 2017 Share Posted August 22, 2017 @SalSports Cordy Glenn is progressing and will be doing the walk-thru. On schedule for week one. Rod Streater - still week-to-week e v a l. Don't get me wrong, it'll be great to have him week one. But this is something that could linger all year. A foot issue in an offensive lineman is troublesome. I hope they don't force him back before the issue has been fully taken care of Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted August 22, 2017 Author Share Posted August 22, 2017 That would be huge. He's essential. @viccarucci Cordy Glenn working off to the side w ropes at #Bills practice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfan89 Posted August 22, 2017 Share Posted August 22, 2017 Our offensive line is in trouble over the next few years. Wood is in a contract year and I will be surprised if they resign him. The following year both Richie and Miller are up on contracts. Do Beane and McD have any loyalty to these interior OL? Nope. With issues surrounding injuries (potentially long term) and question marks at RT, pair this with McCoy's age and our running game could be 100% different in two seasons. Possible replacements? Groy is the solo in house guy and it's possible Miller plays well enough to be retained. Hopefully they can use one of those 3rd round picks on an interior OL and Cordy's foot heals up properly. In this scenario, if Dawkins can show well enough at RT, we will be okay. But it is definitely a question mark over the next few seasons IMO After the 2018 season is an eternity in the NFL. That's 2 draft classes and free agency signing periods where they can bring in potential replacements. Is suspect Groy will be the incumbent to Wood, and it is likely Miller will be resigned. Dawkins also looks to be a part of their plan for the line going forward. Glenn could also hold down that LT position for a few more seasons. I doubt they don't either sink money or picks into replacing any of these positions. The future of the O-line ain't as bleak as you are making it out to be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted August 23, 2017 Share Posted August 23, 2017 @salsports 3-for-3 today. LT Cody Glenn is practicing once again. Full gear, doing positional drills right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magox Posted August 23, 2017 Share Posted August 23, 2017 @salsports 3-for-3 today. LT Cody Glenn is practicing once again. Full gear, doing positional drills right now. That's encouraging, as well as the Matthews news. Lord knows we need them both Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark80 Posted August 23, 2017 Share Posted August 23, 2017 (edited) After the 2018 season is an eternity in the NFL. That's 2 draft classes and free agency signing periods where they can bring in potential replacements. Is suspect Groy will be the incumbent to Wood, and it is likely Miller will be resigned. Dawkins also looks to be a part of their plan for the line going forward. Glenn could also hold down that LT position for a few more seasons. I doubt they don't either sink money or picks into replacing any of these positions. The future of the O-line ain't as bleak as you are making it out to be. Assuming we are also taking a swing at a "franchise" QB next draft, the smartest thing this franchise could do along side that in the draft is invest heavily in OLine help to support that QB. The last thing I want to see is a rookie top 5 pick QB getting destroyed because of a crap OLine. Most likely we will have more of a pocket type guy and our current line, even at its best, struggles with pocket protection right now. We should take at least one OLineman in the first or second round next year and hopefully a second in the third IMO. You will always have OLine injuries, we need to stock the stables to give our next QB the best chance possible to develop. Then go looking for real WR help for 2019 season. Edited August 23, 2017 by Mark80 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBaumer Posted August 23, 2017 Share Posted August 23, 2017 Assuming we are also taking a swing at a "franchise" QB next draft, the smartest thing this franchise could do along side that in the draft is invest heavily in OLine help to support that QB. The last thing I want to see is a rookie top 5 pick QB getting destroyed because of a crap OLine. Most likely we will have more of a pocket type guy and our current line, even at its best, struggles with pocket protection right now. We should take at least one OLineman in the first or second round next year and hopefully a second in the third IMO. You will always have OLine injuries, we need to stock the stables to give our next QB the best chance possible to develop. Then go looking for real WR help for 2019 season. Totally agree Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted August 23, 2017 Author Share Posted August 23, 2017 @JonScottTV Things continuing to progress well for Cordy Glenn. Here's a look at the limited work he did during media portion of practice today. #Bills https://twitter.com/i/videos/tweet/900386280936230912 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanC883 Posted August 23, 2017 Share Posted August 23, 2017 Assuming we are also taking a swing at a "franchise" QB next draft, the smartest thing this franchise could do along side that in the draft is invest heavily in OLine help to support that QB. The last thing I want to see is a rookie top 5 pick QB getting destroyed because of a crap OLine. Most likely we will have more of a pocket type guy and our current line, even at its best, struggles with pocket protection right now. We should take at least one OLineman in the first or second round next year and hopefully a second in the third IMO. You will always have OLine injuries, we need to stock the stables to give our next QB the best chance possible to develop. Then go looking for real WR help for 2019 season. Agree. O-line and defense. Build a Dallas style O-line. You can find good WR's in later rounds or with cap money (since you are paying a lot of rookies on the O-line). Also need a good D to help a young QB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Formerly Allan in MD Posted August 23, 2017 Share Posted August 23, 2017 Assuming we are also taking a swing at a "franchise" QB next draft, the smartest thing this franchise could do along side that in the draft is invest heavily in OLine help to support that QB. The last thing I want to see is a rookie top 5 pick QB getting destroyed because of a crap OLine. Most likely we will have more of a pocket type guy and our current line, even at its best, struggles with pocket protection right now. We should take at least one OLineman in the first or second round next year and hopefully a second in the third IMO. You will always have OLine injuries, we need to stock the stables to give our next QB the best chance possible to develop. Then go looking for real WR help for 2019 season. Couldn't agree more. We've been "plugging holes" but not truly fixing the OL for years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3rdand12 Posted August 23, 2017 Share Posted August 23, 2017 Assuming we are also taking a swing at a "franchise" QB next draft, the smartest thing this franchise could do along side that in the draft is invest heavily in OLine help to support that QB. The last thing I want to see is a rookie top 5 pick QB getting destroyed because of a crap OLine. Most likely we will have more of a pocket type guy and our current line, even at its best, struggles with pocket protection right now. We should take at least one OLineman in the first or second round next year and hopefully a second in the third IMO. You will always have OLine injuries, we need to stock the stables to give our next QB the best chance possible to develop. Then go looking for real WR help for 2019 season. It is a wise place to invest, when investing wisely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T-Bomb Posted August 23, 2017 Share Posted August 23, 2017 Couldn't agree more. We've been "plugging holes" but not truly fixing the OL for years. What team ever "fixes" their OL? It is most definitely about putting your fingers in the dike until it's sufficient. Some teams get lucky and have a superb OL, but it never lasts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted August 23, 2017 Author Share Posted August 23, 2017 Couldn't agree more. We've been "plugging holes" but not truly fixing the OL for years. Glenn was a 2nd round pick, Wood was a 1st, and John Miller a 3rd with Incognito being acquired via free agency. Not exactly neglecting the OL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mannc Posted August 23, 2017 Share Posted August 23, 2017 Glenn was a 2nd round pick, Wood was a 1st, and John Miller a 3rd with Incognito being acquired via free agency. Not exactly neglecting the OL. And Dawkins was a second. Oh, and the Bills' O-line was quite good last year. But let's keep crying about it anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted August 23, 2017 Author Share Posted August 23, 2017 And Dawkins was a second. Oh, and the Bills' O-line was quite good last year. But let's keep crying about it anyway. Thanks. Forgot to even mention him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T-Bomb Posted August 23, 2017 Share Posted August 23, 2017 Hmm, Wood may have been a 1st rounder, but has he played like one? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houston's #1 Bills Fan Posted August 23, 2017 Share Posted August 23, 2017 Assuming we are also taking a swing at a "franchise" QB next draft, the smartest thing this franchise could do along side that in the draft is invest heavily in OLine help to support that QB. The last thing I want to see is a rookie top 5 pick QB getting destroyed because of a crap OLine. Most likely we will have more of a pocket type guy and our current line, even at its best, struggles with pocket protection right now. We should take at least one OLineman in the first or second round next year and hopefully a second in the third IMO. You will always have OLine injuries, we need to stock the stables to give our next QB the best chance possible to develop. Then go looking for real WR help for 2019 season. I said almost the exact thing in another thread. But, you're right: Build an OLine that is stout. That's key to long term success. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted August 23, 2017 Author Share Posted August 23, 2017 Glenn sticking to the plan to play Week 1 There are two preseason games remaining for the Bills, but for Cordy Glenn and his recovery from a foot ailment, the plan all along has been to be ready for the season opener. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted August 24, 2017 Author Share Posted August 24, 2017 CORDY GLENN: "WORKING ON GETTING BETTER" (2:52) Bills Offensive Lineman Cordy Glenn addressed the media after practice about his injury and the plan to get him on the field for the first game of the regular season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoSaint Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 Thanks. Forgot to even mention him. And kujo would've been our 6th man if not for his incident This is one of those complaints that stems from not watching a lot of other teams regularly. No one holds down 5 spots plus depth without any weak links outside of an occasional lucky (and brief) window here and there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloHokie13 Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 Agree. O-line and defense. Build a Dallas style O-line. You can find good WR's in later rounds or with cap money (since you are paying a lot of rookies on the O-line). Also need a good D to help a young QB. We have 6 picks in the first 3 rounds. QB, OT, C, G, OT, G? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts