HT02 Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 As things have played out on the QB front so far it looks as though Peterman has passed Yates as the number two do you think the Bills should stick with Yates as the number 3? Reasons to "stay the course": He's a young veteran who knows his role and can help Peterman learn the game. He's cheap He wouldn't be the worst QB in the league if pressed into service (but I'm not impressed with his track record and he hasn't instilled a great deal of confidence based on his performance as a Bill so far) Reasons to change: Good opportunity to bring in someone with a higher ceiling when the cuts come down or even a younger vet on the street (True they could be a disaster if pressed into service but if we aren't making the playoffs or winning a super bowl with Yates either) Look for a more successful back-up after Saturday I am not a big fan of Yates so I'd make a change but thought I would throw it out there for discussion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeGOATski Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 You look for upside, if possible. Like, what if the Lions cut Jake Rudock? Grab him over Yates, IMO. There's really no reason for a vet journeyman at 3rd string. That's a spot for a developmental guy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HT02 Posted August 30, 2017 Author Share Posted August 30, 2017 You look for upside, if possible. Like, what if the Lions cut Jake Rudock? Grab him over Yates, IMO. There's really no reason for a vet journeyman at 3rd string. That's a spot for a developmental guy. Agreed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 Carry two QBs on the 53 and one on the PS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeGOATski Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 Carry two QBs on the 53 and one on the PS. Or that... Logan Thomas could be the emergency third QB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 Yates can't go on the PS.... Buh Bye Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HT02 Posted August 30, 2017 Author Share Posted August 30, 2017 Carry two QBs on the 53 and one on the PS. Makes sense, which would also mean a development guy rather than a vet like Yates. Yates can't go on the PS.... Buh Bye Yep Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 Or that... Logan Thomas could be the emergency third QB. Yeah. I mentioned that the other day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HT02 Posted August 30, 2017 Author Share Posted August 30, 2017 Or that... Logan Thomas could be the emergency third QB. I'd rather have a QB on the development squad. Take a shot maybe get lucky with a young QB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TigerJ Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 Yates is the "safe" choice, and there is a built in bias toward the safe choice on the part of almost all NFL front offices. I would be shocked if Yates is not with the team after the dust clears the air. The only way that does not happen is if Yates' concussion symptoms linger and Wenning plays lights out when he has a chance. The Bills could at that point IR Yates and stick Wenning on the PS. That would let them carry just 2 QBs on the active roster and save a roster spot for another position. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebandit27 Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 Tell you this right now: if Cleveland ends up cutting Osweiler, I would absolutely sign him to compete with Peterman. He knows the system and can capably fill in for 4-5 games as he demonstrated in Denver. If he didn't have an enormous contract, then he wouldn't be in any danger of getting cut in Cleveland. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 Tell you this right now: if Cleveland ends up cutting Osweiler, I would absolutely sign him to compete with Peterman. He knows the system and can capably fill in for 4-5 games as he demonstrated in Denver. If he didn't have an enormous contract, then he wouldn't be in any danger of getting cut in Cleveland. If you lose out in Cleveland..... WOWZERZ Cleveland would have to eat that ridiculous salary Taylor would need to go as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebandit27 Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 If you lose out in Cleveland..... WOWZERZ Cleveland would have to eat that ridiculous salary Taylor would need to go as well. Nope. He lost out to Kizer because their performance was close enough that it was worth going with the young guy that they spent a high draft pick on, and they aren't going to pay Oz $17M to be a backup. No reason for Taylor to go, as you can easily afford to give Oz a mid-level backup deal. He knows the offense and is clearly a better option than Yates. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marty McFly Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 Tell you this right now: if Cleveland ends up cutting Osweiler, I would absolutely sign him to compete with Peterman. He knows the system and can capably fill in for 4-5 games as he demonstrated in Denver. If he didn't have an enormous contract, then he wouldn't be in any danger of getting cut in Cleveland. Did u watch the texans vs pats games from last season? Helll no to ossy. Were the Bills not the dpw. Leave the garbage to Cleveland Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebandit27 Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 Did u watch the texans vs pats games from last season? Helll no to ossy. Were the Bills not the dpw. Leave the garbage to Cleveland Yes. I'm not advocating for him as a starter. He's a better option than Yates, and he knows he offense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoCal Deek Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 It's abundantly clear that this team is NOT going to the playoffs this season. That would become a surer bet if Tyrod goes down. It therefore makes ZERO difference who the third string QB is going to be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samwell Tarly Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 Yates has done nothing this preseason that you couldn't get from a younger, more promising player. Cut him loose and develop a kid on the Practice Squad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GunnerBill Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 Yes. I'm not advocating for him as a starter. He's a better option than Yates, and he knows he offense. He knows the offense. He is just bad. I'm not interested in the Bills bringing him in even if someone gives us a pick to takw him off their hands.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Murica Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 Yates is the "safe" choice, and there is a built in bias toward the safe choice on the part of almost all NFL front offices. I would be shocked if Yates is not with the team after the dust clears the air. The only way that does not happen is if Yates' concussion symptoms linger and Wenning plays lights out when he has a chance. The Bills could at that point IR Yates and stick Wenning on the PS. That would let them carry just 2 QBs on the active roster and save a roster spot for another position. Yates being the safe choice is like banging a hooker without a condom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transient Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 You look for upside, if possible. Like, what if the Lions cut Jake Rudock? Grab him over Yates, IMO. There's really no reason for a vet journeyman at 3rd string. That's a spot for a developmental guy. Agree with the thought process, save Rudock. If you're looking for potential, an NFL caliber arm would seem a prerequisite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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