MarlinTheMagician Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 Did as deep a dive as I could on DE Eric Lee who we just promoted from practice squad. May not be just a guy. He was a 225 lb freshman at USF. Now a 6'3" 260lb defensive end. By comparison, Hughes is 6'2" 256 (also similar to our emerging Eddie Yarbrough - who btw had at least 3 great plays vs Denver -- who is 6'3" 259). Lee is a "quick twitch" athlete with very long limbs. He is unbelievably fast for a DE - ran a 4.56 at his USF pro day. He looks the part. Had a bunch of sacks in preseason for Texans, but was caught in a numbers game there. Texans fans not happy he was cut. He is also a classic McDermott "high character" guy - team captain, academic honors. Maybe we have something. Limited highlights on him look good. Scouting report out of college said his game is upfield, but he lacks power. That was 20 lbs ago. Two years of being around NFL clubs may have allowed him to address the power point. He looks very powerful now. Was extensively tutored by Mike Vrabel at Texans, who were trying to make him an OLB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillnutinHouston Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 Nice work. Should be interesting to watch him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarlinTheMagician Posted September 30, 2017 Author Share Posted September 30, 2017 Thanks. If Lee is another Yarbrough perhaps we have a decent DE rotation behind Hughes and Shaq. I thought DE was a real weak spot going into camp. If Lee could be decent and join Davis and Yarbrough it would be another example of McBeane doing a nice job patching up a bare spot with little money and no picks used. Let's hope!Go Bills! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fridge Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 Nice research! I'm hopeful that we've got ourselves a diamond in the rough. I would love to see him get some playing time...just maybe not against the Falcons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fan in San Diego Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 Thanks for posting this info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John from Riverside Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 What I am finding quite good is the bills are doing serious tinkering with the "back end" of their roster.......trying to find the right fit guys Injuries are gonna happen...when that does happen the bills are going to need guys to dont get paid a lot to step in and not suck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 I remember the name now. Thanks. Recall the buzz during preseason. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PirateHookerMD Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 What I am finding quite good is the bills are doing serious tinkering with the "back end" of their roster.......trying to find the right fit guys Injuries are gonna happen...when that does happen the bills are going to need guys to dont get paid a lot to step in and not suck This was always where Whaley shined. Hopefully McBean can as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 Did as deep a dive as I could on DE Eric Lee who we just promoted from practice squad. May not be just a guy. He was a 225 lb freshman at USF. Now a 6'3" 260lb defensive end. By comparison, Hughes is 6'2" 256 (also similar to our emerging Eddie Yarbrough - who btw had at least 3 great plays vs Denver -- who is 6'3" 259). Lee is a "quick twitch" athlete with very long limbs. He is unbelievably fast for a DE - ran a 4.56 at his USF pro day. He looks the part. Had a bunch of sacks in preseason for Texans, but was caught in a numbers game there. Texans fans not happy he was cut. He is also a classic McDermott "high character" guy - team captain, academic honors. Maybe we have something. Limited highlights on him look good. Scouting report out of college said his game is upfield, but he lacks power. That was 20 lbs ago. Two years of being around NFL clubs may have allowed him to address the power point. He looks very powerful now. Was extensively tutored by Mike Vrabel at Texans, who were trying to make him an OLB. ....thanks for the homework bud....sure sounds pretty promising.....maybe this kid is another Yarbrough type find.................. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaBillsFanSince1973 Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 good info OP. man, I am really starting to dig McD and the defense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarpetCrawler Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 (edited) Edited September 30, 2017 by #standingbuffalo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 ....GOOD to see you here bud..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarpetCrawler Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 (edited) ....GOOD to see you here bud..... Now and then I make it over, good to see you too if you want a few laughs...... http://www.billievers.com/forums/showthread.php/33006-Protest-Developments-Thread Edited September 30, 2017 by #standingbuffalo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 Now and then I make it over, good to see you too if you want a few laughs...... http://www.billievers.com/forums/showthread.php/33006-Protest-Developments-Thread ...stop more often....you're one helluva contributor and provide some valuable football insight....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pbomb Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 (edited) If he plays well could make davis expendable for that precious comp pick Edited September 30, 2017 by Pbomb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PromoTheRobot Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 If he plays well could make davis expendable for that precious comp pick I wouldn't count on that pick right now. The players that have to be cut (besides Ducasse) are major contributors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yungmack Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 Oo ee, nice work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWATeam Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3rdand12 Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 Did as deep a dive as I could on DE Eric Lee who we just promoted from practice squad. May not be just a guy. He was a 225 lb freshman at USF. Now a 6'3" 260lb defensive end. By comparison, Hughes is 6'2" 256 (also similar to our emerging Eddie Yarbrough - who btw had at least 3 great plays vs Denver -- who is 6'3" 259). Lee is a "quick twitch" athlete with very long limbs. He is unbelievably fast for a DE - ran a 4.56 at his USF pro day. He looks the part. Had a bunch of sacks in preseason for Texans, but was caught in a numbers game there. Texans fans not happy he was cut. He is also a classic McDermott "high character" guy - team captain, academic honors. Maybe we have something. Limited highlights on him look good. Scouting report out of college said his game is upfield, but he lacks power. That was 20 lbs ago. Two years of being around NFL clubs may have allowed him to address the power point. He looks very powerful now. Was extensively tutored by Mike Vrabel at Texans, who were trying to make him an OLB. Thanks for drilling up enthusiasm with this Kid ! I am a fan of watching a player develop as a Bill. Coming up from PS is when i start rooting for these young men. Eddie Y is a guy I love to watch play already. And now Eric has a New Fan in me. whats his number? I have to mention again, quality up and coming depth is so important to play a whole season and develop talent your own way. Scouting plays such an important role in building a team for long term consistency (winning ! ) Thanks for the most excellent link to some sweet highlights Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peace Frog Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 Alrighty, I'll contribute to the thread. Enjoy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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