r00tabaga Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 Who is the Bills best option if McCoy goes down? I don't see Tolbert as an every down back at all. The Bills are 1 play away from having the worst offense in the league IMO. What if Charles Clay gets hurt? What if Micah Hyde gets hurt?? Whay if Jerry Hughes gets hurt??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just in Atlanta Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 A whole lot of super sensitive fans here. It's a valid question. McCoy is our offense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevestojan Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 Who is the Bills best option if McCoy goes down? I don't see Tolbert as an every down back at all. The Bills are 1 play away from having the worst offense in the league IMO. Why are you the way that you are? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boatdrinks Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 Let's just not say it and hope to heck it doesn't happen. I don't know what RBs are on the practice squad or whatever. It's the one injury the Bills truly cannot afford. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simool Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 McCoy is our offense. Really? Based on what? Last season? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsfanAZ Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 Has Banyard even dressed this season? Does he play on special teams? I am surprised the Bills havent used him at all. I dont mind Tolbert coming and gaining yards but he isnt a threat to score unless it is inside the 5. I would like to see Banyard get some touches in releif of McCoy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 A whole lot of super sensitive fans here. It's a valid question. McCoy is our offense. Nah. Haush $ is our offense!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boyst Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 Taylor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBaumer Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 A whole lot of super sensitive fans here. It's a valid question. McCoy is our offense. I know seriously, a bunch of little girls with some of these responses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flip Johnson Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 This thought experiment could be played out for virtually every team in the NFL. What if our best player gets hurt? What happens then? What happens if the Falcons lose Julio Jones, the Bengals lose AJ Green, the Pats lose Gronk, the Raiders lose Cooper, the Texans lose Hopkins, etc. etc. The answer is, it would be bad. In the Bills case, we had a great backup RB last year in Gillislee, and when McCoy went out (Miami, NE) it was bad. If it happened this year, they would activate Banyard, maybe pick up a guy off the street, and hope the injury is short term. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teef Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 what exactly does the op want here? he asked a question, he was given the most reasonable answer possible, and he said it wasn't good enough for him. where else does this thread go? what are his suggestions? This thought experiment could be played out for virtually every team in the NFL. What if our best player gets hurt? What happens then? What happens if the Falcons lose Julio Jones, the Bengals lose AJ Green, the Pats lose Gronk, the Raiders lose Cooper, the Texans lose Hopkins, etc. etc. The answer is, it would be bad. In the Bills case, we had a great backup RB last year in Gillislee, and when McCoy went out (Miami, NE) it was bad. If it happened this year, they would activate Banyard, maybe pick up a guy off the street, and hope the injury is short term. this is it. i have no idea why this has to be hard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JPicc2114 Posted October 4, 2017 Author Share Posted October 4, 2017 (edited) Why are you the way that you are? Because then it happens and fans like you start freaking out I guess people don't believe in worst case scenario planning. They just wait for stuff to happen then wonder why nothing was done as a backup plan. I'm saying the Bills offense is F'd if McCoy goes down. That's my observation. Especially with the lack of WR talent on the roster Edited October 4, 2017 by Mr. Negative Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Jokeman Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 Who is the Bills best option if McCoy goes down? I don't see Tolbert as an every down back at all. The Bills are 1 play away from having the worst offense in the league IMO. Sign Jonathan Williams off of Denver's practice squad and don't look back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coach55 Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 (edited) First of all, I trust that McDermott has made the right decision with his selection of backups to McCoy. McD/Beane have been very successful thus far in judging talent. Going into this season, everyone was thinking how bad our secondary was going to be. In 4 games so far, I have been pretty impressed. If McCoy were to go down and the Bills were truly desperate for a running back (which I don't think they are) - give Ray Rice a call. He has been clamoring to get back for years. He is only 30 and hasn't played in 4 years (so he as a lot of gas in the tank). The guy is a 3 time pro-bowler, who if was ever given the chance to get back in the game would work his tail off. Guy made one dumb mistake in his life and has done his time. Even his wife has forgiven him. Edited October 4, 2017 by Coach55 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teef Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 Because then it happens and fans like you start freaking out I guess people don't believe in worst case scenario planning. They just wait for stuff to happen then wonder why nothing was done as a backup plan. I'm saying the Bills offense is F'd if McCoy goes down. That's my observation. Especially with the lack of WR talent on the roster we all know that's the case. it's not just your observation. what do you think is the best approach? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wayne Arnold Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 we all know that's the case. it's not just your observation. what do you think is the best approach? I really want to see Banyard get an opportunity. I think he's capable. I also want to see Jack Nicklaus' grandson get more targets in the passing game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just in Atlanta Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 Nah. Haush $ is our offense!! Well what happens if he slips on a mat or something? Really? Based on what? Last season? We are a run first offense. McCoy is (still) an electric runner and a gamechanger. Is this even up to debate? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teef Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 I really want to see Banyard get an opportunity. I think he's capable. I also want to see Jack Nicklaus' grandson get more targets in the passing game. i completely agree. i'm always a bit annoyed when i see him on the inactive list before games. i just can't stomach tolbert as the absolute number 2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simool Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 Well what happens if he slips on a mat or something? We are a run first offense. McCoy is (still) an electric runner and a gamechanger. Is this even up to debate? You are living in the past. Roman and his flunkie are gone. We have Rico now and he is not exactly known for his running offenses. He is west coast, not run first. Additionally I would say our offense is flowing through Taylor and Clay so far this season. Are we watching the same games? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LABILLBACKER Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 Freddie on speed dial... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dablitzkrieg Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 There is always one. You, OP, are one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollars 2 donuts Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 Look, I am just going to say it right out: I think Jonathon Williams should be the back up RB on this team instead of, or in front of, Mike Tolbert. TSW: What do you know? What makes you think you know more than the coaches? Get outta here! D2D: I know what my eyes tell me, and he looked equal to or better than Tolbert in the preseason and I like Tolbert less and less so far this regular season. TSW: You're an idiot! Trust the Process! We heart McBean. D2D: I love them, too, and I kind of trust the process, as well. However, during the preseason I thought they should stop trying to put a square peg into a round hole with TT on offense if he was going to be their starter. After week two McDermott seemed to decide, "hey, how about we wait until next year with our round hole offense until we get a round peg QB?" I knew it, they didn't, and I'm JAG. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldmanfan Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 I know seriously, a bunch of little girls with some of these responses. My response to this is simple: why focus on the negative all the time? We all know the answer: if he goes out then Banyard or Tolbert play and there's a drop off. If he's out an extended time then they'll look for others to come in. It's not rocket science. Why do some fans insist on focusing on the negative? Answer me that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simool Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 Look, I am just going to say it right out: I think Jonathon Williams should be the back up RB on this team instead of, or in front of, Mike Tolbert. TSW: What do you know? What makes you think you know more than the coaches? Get outta here! D2D: I know what my eyes tell me, and he looked equal to or better than Tolbert in the preseason and I like Tolbert less and less so far this regular season. TSW: You're an idiot! Trust the Process! We heart McBean. D2D: I love them, too, and I kind of trust the process, as well. However, during the preseason I thought they should stop trying to put a square peg into a round hole with TT on offense if he was going to be their starter. After week two McDermott seemed to decide, "hey, how about we wait until next year with our round hole offense until we get a round peg QB?" I knew it, they didn't, and I'm JAG. Don't hurt your shoulder patting yourself on the back. And it sounds like you might want to insure your eyes to protect your future employment opportunities, NFL teams must be beating down your door. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldmanfan Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 Because then it happens and fans like you start freaking out I guess people don't believe in worst case scenario planning. They just wait for stuff to happen then wonder why nothing was done as a backup plan. I'm saying the Bills offense is F'd if McCoy goes down. That's my observation. Especially with the lack of WR talent on the roster Where exactly is the backup that would have the same talent level as McCoy? You don't actualy think they should have someone that can completely replace on of the best in the league, do you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollars 2 donuts Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 (edited) Don't hurt your shoulder patting yourself on the back. And it sounds like you might want to insure your eyes to protect your future employment opportunities, NFL teams must be beating down your door. Oh, I don't have to pat myself on the back, simool. Your annoyance and non-response to my post is all the back rub I need. Feels good! Thanks man! Edited October 4, 2017 by dollars 2 donuts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magox Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 McCoy gets hurt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just in Atlanta Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 Tyrod threw for 180 yards Sunday. 180! Our run game has tried, but has been bottled up by very good defenses. West Coast or not, this a run first offense. You're delusional if you think losing McCoy - when no viable starting back up that I know of - wouldn't be big. You are living in the past. Roman and his flunkie are gone. We have Rico now and he is not exactly known for his running offenses. He is west coast, not run first. Additionally I would say our offense is flowing through Taylor and Clay so far this season. Are we watching the same games? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nucci Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 You are living in the past. Roman and his flunkie are gone. We have Rico now and he is not exactly known for his running offenses. He is west coast, not run first. Additionally I would say our offense is flowing through Taylor and Clay so far this season. Are we watching the same games? watch the 30 minute replay of the game...especially the 11 minute drive and see how often and how well we ran....at one point there were 6 running plays in a row for 3 first downs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Brown Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 I fear this as well, but I never understood the Jonathan Williams hype. He never looked that impressive to me. Not resigning Gillislee was a mistake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
offsides#76FredSmerlas Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 (edited) Ummm last I checked our running game was MIA so does it really matter? Pretty sure the coaching staff will deal with it as its what they are paid to do. Are you paid to answer assinine hypotheticals?. It matters because even though our run game has been bad for 2 of the 4 games if Mccoy wasn't back there the defenses wouldn't stack the box and they would make it miserable to try and complete passes. If you don't think Mccoy makes defenses key on him then you are mistaken. He allows other things to develop. So to answer your question "yes it would matter". It's also not an asinine question because running backs and players get hurt all the time. It is worth discussing if you are a fan and have concerns about the team and its running back depth. If you don't care to discuss the Bills then why are you on here. Are you paid to be a smart ass? Edited October 4, 2017 by offsides#76FredSmerlas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
par73 Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 Banyard? In other words, they're cooked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foreigner Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 I heard O.J. Simpson was spotted getting off a plane at the Buffalo airport wearing dark glasses. He is our secret weapon. He said if he can steal money by playing in one game he could make it through before he pulled a hamstring. This was Brandon's idea to get back in the war room on draft day to make up for the Toronto fiasco. O.J. said he was training hard in the joint and is ready to go. Only problem was Belicheck had a spy there and said he would offer twice what the Bills are offering. If Harvin and Bouldin were in uniform the last year it might not be a bad idea and maybe the juice still has it. Heard some people think at his age he is better than Gillislie and J. Williams. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fansince88 Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 Lets just say, Mr Negative is an moron.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBillyG Posted October 4, 2017 Share Posted October 4, 2017 Banyard and Taiwan Jones I don't consider viable options Appearently the head coach of a 3-1 team does. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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