nickrage Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 Can he throw?? I kid... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fan in Chicago Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 5 minutes ago, billspro said: I think we will, but it will be a developmental guy in the 4th or the 5th. RB injuries are so common, you would like to have 4 guys who can play. Yeah, I agree with this. A mid to lower round flyer sounds like a good idea. Younger, fresher legs. I would like that RB to be a Bettis type battering ram for the goal line pushes. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie Muellers Ghost Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 Something special happening in Buffalo. Love it! I think McBeane understood they had to upgrade the #2 RB spot and seen how important it was facing a team like the Saints and watching the Eagles second half. I hope Cadet can come back for the #3 and then continued practice squad develop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaCrispy Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 9 minutes ago, billspro said: It is awesome having a competent GM He is certainly paying attention to comp picks and I love it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricojes Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 (edited) 4 minutes ago, Commonsense said: No not at all. It's not about upgrading Mike Tolbert it's about getting better. I'd rather see Cadet get 3rd down snaps than Ivory. He isn't dependable with the football in has hands. I really like Cadet. It sucks that he was injured, that really hurt the Bills depth last season... Edited March 6, 2018 by ricojes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steptide Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 I still like cadet as our 3rd running back too. Could be really good in time 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nucci Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 7 minutes ago, Steptide said: Amazing what making the playoffs and having a good coach/gm can do Making the playoffs means a lot. it's perception of the team...no one talking about playoff drought anymore...most talk is positive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie Muellers Ghost Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 2 minutes ago, YoloinOhio said: Also not currently signed (would like him back) He is at OBD receiving daily medical rehab per Murph and Donald last week. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBuff423 Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 IF the Bills keep Shady, and I'm not sure they do, I think this indicates any RB they Draft is a 4th round guy or later....you don't want to Draft a RB high and then have him 3rd on the list, this isn't like a QB. Once he's in the stable, you want him running...the clock to 30 years old stops for no one. And before anyone says, Beane outright stated Shady is a big piece of the team for next year consider this: we're all about smokescreens for Draft time, EXCEPT when the GM says things we want to hear and two, given how Shady was traded just 3 years ago, I think the team remembers and wants to do it the right way IF they're going to do it. Meaning, I think they want to be able to talk to Shady first and let him know what's coming and no better way than to come right out and say he's a big part of their future plans. Then they can change directions if the trade happens and just say, "It was an offer we couldn't refuse".... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricojes Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 Just now, nucci said: Making the playoffs means a lot. it's perception of the team...no one talking about playoff drought anymore...most talk is positive As long as they stay away from this board... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Screwball Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 1 minute ago, Steptide said: I still like cadet as our 3rd running back too. Could be really good in time Cadet and Ivory are the same age. Both 29, not likely getting any better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wsam4031 Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 Hate that Ivory is 30 but one of my favorite players since his time in NO. This guy just runs hard ever time he touches the ball. He doesn't go out of bounds and welcomes contact. If hes got anything left is a great addition to the locker room. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seanbillsfan2206 Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 7 minutes ago, aristocrat said: well he wasnt very good down in jax so i hope we get a motivated ivory An unmotivated Ivory is 10x better than a fat Tolbert 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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elltrain22 Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 Good news!! For a few reasons. 1. Ivory is a good player, and a nice option for short yardage/goal line 2. Eliminates or severely decreases the need for an early round pick being spent on a RB, now we can draft another positional need 3. our FO is demonstrating very good presentation. 2 visits, and 2 signings!! 4. we can get rid of Tolbert!! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie Muellers Ghost Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 Just now, Screwball said: Cadet and Ivory are the same age. Both 29, not likely getting any better. Hey if they find another Kamara, sure! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo_Stampede Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 (edited) Filling out depth in free agency could be a sign of a trade up already in the works. They've been pretty agressive so far. Still plenty of roster holes though. Edited March 6, 2018 by TheTruthHurts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan4 Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 8 minutes ago, HappyDays said: We're really playing the comp pick game. It makes me think we are looking to trade up and hope that our future comp picks soften the blow. I hope you're right! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nineforty Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 Just now, elltrain22 said: Good news!! For a few reasons. 1. Ivory is a good player, and a nice option for short yardage/goal line 2. Eliminates or severely decreases the need for an early round pick being spent on a RB, now we can draft another positional need 3. our FO is demonstrating very good presentation. 2 visits, and 2 signings!! 4. we can get rid of Tolbert!! Number 1 is big for me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 4 minutes ago, Jamie Muellers Ghost said: He is at OBD receiving daily medical rehab per Murph and Donald last week. Yeah I saw him hobbling around at Eric wood’s presser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie Muellers Ghost Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 How is Ivory's pass catching and blocking, I forget ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest K-GunJimKelly12 Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 11 minutes ago, Blokestradamus said: Not a bad signing but damn, they need to get younger at the position eventually. I think they will draft a RB, but this gives them some insurance and allows them to take a flier in the later rounds instead of using a higher pick on a more sure thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan130 Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 Nice signing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boyst Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 I remember ivory, Bilal Powell and the other RB that they had at the time, that was scary. Was it the Arizona RB? Thomas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billieve420 Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 Don't mind the signing would have preferred to wait until after the draft though to pick up a veteran. Yes I know there would be no guarantee he would still be available but to me it wouldn't have been a priority right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanC883 Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 17 minutes ago, whatdrought said: I wonder if this means we won't draft someone to be the future. Great question. I think we will. Likely someone a bit off the radar who complements Shady's skill-set (juke/catch) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roundybout Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 1 minute ago, Boyst62 said: I remember ivory, Bilal Powell and the other RB that they had at the time, that was scary. Was it the Arizona RB? Thomas? The Jets? They didn't have Forte at the time, right? CJ2K? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 (edited) Edited March 6, 2018 by 26CornerBlitz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanC883 Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 Question: Do we still have Cadet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BmarvB Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 A big time upgrade over Tolbert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan4 Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 Well, Shady should be happy. He specifically said (I believe it was at the end of the season) that that he wanted/needed a better #2 RB to help carry the load. Now he has one! I think he will be a very good compliment to Shady's running style too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollars 2 donuts Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 (edited) 17 minutes ago, Blokestradamus said: Not a bad signing but damn, they need to get younger at the position eventually. I respectfully disagree. As I and others have mentioned before the only time you need to get a RB is when you need to get a RB. You don't need to groom them and although I don't believe they are a dime a dozen half way decent ones are easy to get. If Shady and Ivory fall off this year, get one next year. We just don't need one to be "right there" just in case. Edited March 6, 2018 by dollars 2 donuts 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eball Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 8 minutes ago, BigBuff423 said: IF the Bills keep Shady, and I'm not sure they do, Sorry, stopped reading. Try again. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie Muellers Ghost Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 1 minute ago, RyanC883 said: Great question. I think we will. Likely someone a bit off the radar who complements Shady's skill-set (juke/catch) Maybe fourth or fifth if there is someone they love and or Cadet is not looking good on his rehab, but more likely practice squad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan130 Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 6 minutes ago, elltrain22 said: Good news!! For a few reasons. 1. Ivory is a good player, and a nice option for short yardage/goal line 2. Eliminates or severely decreases the need for an early round pick being spent on a RB, now we can draft another positional need 3. our FO is demonstrating very good presentation. 2 visits, and 2 signings!! 4. we can get rid of Tolbert!! Very good points! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 1 minute ago, RyanC883 said: Question: Do we still have Cadet? FA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Call_Of_Ktulu Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 7 minutes ago, BigBuff423 said: IF the Bills keep Shady, and I'm not sure they do, I think this indicates any RB they Draft is a 4th round guy or later....you don't want to Draft a RB high and then have him 3rd on the list, this isn't like a QB. Once he's in the stable, you want him running...the clock to 30 years old stops for no one. And before anyone says, Beane outright stated Shady is a big piece of the team for next year consider this: we're all about smokescreens for Draft time, EXCEPT when the GM says things we want to hear and two, given how Shady was traded just 3 years ago, I think the team remembers and wants to do it the right way IF they're going to do it. Meaning, I think they want to be able to talk to Shady first and let him know what's coming and no better way than to come right out and say he's a big part of their future plans. Then they can change directions if the trade happens and just say, "It was an offer we couldn't refuse".... If a young talented RB like Kamara drops to you I think you take him. I want the Bills offense to be filled with talented players. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanC883 Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 Just now, YoloinOhio said: FA Cadet a FA. Humm. Any chance we bring him back? I really liked him when he was here. Although I guess a rookie as RB 3 is more likely due to $$. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiltonWaddams Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 2 minutes ago, RyanC883 said: Question: Do we still have Cadet? Answer: read the thread. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elroy16 Posted March 6, 2018 Share Posted March 6, 2018 (edited) 5 minutes ago, billieve420 said: Don't mind the signing would have preferred to wait until after the draft though to pick up a veteran. Yes I know there would be no guarantee he would still be available but to me it wouldn't have been a priority right now. Ivory doesn't count in the compensatory pick formula, which is just icing on the cake for the signing. Most other RB's that they'd sign after free agency starts probably would have. I think before the draft is the way to go. This way they can draft a guy in the 3rd if the value is right or they can wait until the 5th or 6th. Edited March 6, 2018 by elroy16 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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