RPbillsfan Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 I was reviewing free agent RB's in light of the allegations against Leshon McCoy and the possibility of some type of suspension. The name that caught my eye was Eddie Lacy who is only 27 and not to much use over the last couple of years. I realize he has had weight/conditioning issues and is primarily an inside, between the tackles type but may be able to play and give the Bills a decent one-two punch with Chris Ivory. Just a thought for the board to consider. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golden Goat Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 Height/weight can be remedied. Lack of heart? Not so much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodneykm Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 He's still young-ish....a camp invite wouldn't be the worst thing in the world. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Jokeman Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 (edited) 4 minutes ago, RPbillsfan said: I was reviewing free agent RB's in light of the allegations against Leshon McCoy and the possibility of some type of suspension. The name that caught my eye was Eddie Lacy who is only 27 and not to much use over the last couple of years. I realize he has had weight/conditioning issues and is primarily an inside, between the tackles type but may be able to play and give the Bills a decent one-two punch with Chris Ivory. Just a thought for the board to consider. In a word, no. I'd wait for rosters to shake up as sure someone like Mike Gillislee might come available. Edited July 12, 2018 by The Jokeman 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Your Brown Eye Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 Isn't he like 300 lbs? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PastaJoe Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 1 minute ago, Your Brown Eye said: Isn't he like 300 lbs? He could play fullback for Ivory, and occasionally catch a 2 yard pass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodneykm Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 2 minutes ago, PastaJoe said: He could play fullback for Ivory, and occasionally catch a 2 yard pass. So basically he'd be worth 2x what Mike Tolbert was? lol 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 19 minutes ago, Golden Goat said: Height/weight can be remedied. Lack of heart? Not so much. He seems to have that whole Karlos Williams thing going for him...err...against him. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wsam4031 Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 want nothing to do with this guy. He just doesn't have the heart to play anymore. He don't care he already got paid 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nucci Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 How about we look at good, productive players....what is it about Lacy that makes you think he is any good? 31 minutes ago, RPbillsfan said: I was reviewing free agent RB's in light of the allegations against Leshon McCoy and the possibility of some type of suspension. The name that caught my eye was Eddie Lacy who is only 27 and not to much use over the last couple of years. I realize he has had weight/conditioning issues and is primarily an inside, between the tackles type but may be able to play and give the Bills a decent one-two punch with Chris Ivory. Just a thought for the board to consider. Because he's no good and no one wants him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffalover4life Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 I will continue to pound the table for Orleans Darkwa. Really liked the way he ran for the giants, wondering why he hasn't been signed. He ran for 750 yards last year at 4.4 a carry with a very bad O-line 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CommonCents Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 4 minutes ago, buffalover4life said: I will continue to pound the table for Orleans Darkwa. Really liked the way he ran for the giants, wondering why he hasn't been signed. He ran for 750 yards last year at 4.4 a carry with a very bad O-line He had offseason surgery where they removed a plate, he and his agent say he is faster and pain free now. Probably waiting until a back goes down in camp and trying to maximize the market. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSE Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 We already have a Big guy 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soda Popinski Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 I'd sooner just play Kyle at FB than some of these ideas. Have you seen his TD/Carry ratio? It's pretty impressive. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeastMode54 Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 AP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C.Biscuit97 Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 It’s amazing how much people love name RB. Lacy hasn’t been good in like 4 years. IF this is true, go young and cheap. The same one thing this franchise has been good at is finding rbs. 3 minutes ago, Soda Popinski said: I'd sooner just play Kyle at FB than some of these ideas. Have you seen his TD/Carry ratio? It's pretty impressive. I mean the guy scores on every run he has. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewEra Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 No. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TigerJ Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 At this point, I think Eddie Lacy is a rough equivalent of Mike Tolbert, which is to say, no thanks. Yes, he's younger, but he's consistently shown he's not willing to do what it takes to be a quality running back. Since he plays out of condition, while he still has some power, (just because he's big) he lacks any elusiveness or speed, and wears down both in games and through the season. While there are not great options left in free agency, there are better alternatives than Eddie Lacy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nucci Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 https://getyarn.io/yarn-clip/421de627-5289-45ce-a3e6-e741fd7689a8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bookie Man Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 FEASTMODE? 3 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seanbillsfan2206 Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 I’d rather have Freddy Jackson. And I’m in no way saying we should sign Freddy jackson, I’m just saying that I’d rather have a 47 yr old running back than eddy lacy. And I also expect at least 8 more threads featuring a RB that people have heard of asking if we should sign him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eball Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 Can Eddie fit into a football uniform? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlottebillsfan2 Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 1 hour ago, buffalover4life said: I will continue to pound the table for Orleans Darkwa. Really liked the way he ran for the giants, wondering why he hasn't been signed. He ran for 750 yards last year at 4.4 a carry with a very bad O-line https://www.foxsports.com/nfl/orleans-darkwa-player-news Perhaps this is why he has been slow to be picked up. Darkwa (knee) announced via his personal twitter account that he has been medically cleared for football activities. IMPACT Darkwa underwent a minor knee procedure in early May to remove a metal plate that was originally inserted in his leg last offseason to protect a fractured tibia, which he played through in 2017. He'll now look to catch on with a team ahead of the 2018 season. He reportedly had several interested teams prior to his surgery after he averaged 4.4 yards per carry for the Giants last year. Look for him to sign on as a backup or change-of-pace running back for the coming year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister Defense Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 Well, of course we should look at Lacy--and at any other possible, viable running backs available. And the Bills should take this search very seriously. They should bring in all of the viable running backs to see what they can offer. And now. While we should give McCoy the benefit of the doubt, the evidence seems to indicate that he was involved in this attempted robbery and beating. Yes, maybe some over zealous friends of his acted on their own, and there are other possibilities, but these scenarios seem less likely based on the facts. The Bills should not wait. They should get their ducks in row now. The success of the running game will be the key factor in the Bills success this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsbackto81 Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 Plan A: Alfred Morris, Demarco Murray Plan B: Orleans Darkwa, Alfred Blue Possibles: Gillislee or other cap casualities 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big C Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 1 minute ago, billsbackto81 said: Plan A: Alfred Morris, Demarco Murray Plan B: Orleans Darkwa, Alfred Blue Possibles: Gillislee or other cap casualities I don't know if DeMarco has much left in him, but I wouldn't mind trying Morris. Either would still be better than Lacy. No matter what it's going to be a huge drop off from Shady. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsbackto81 Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 28 minutes ago, Big C said: I don't know if DeMarco has much left in him, but I wouldn't mind trying Morris. Either would still be better than Lacy. No matter what it's going to be a huge drop off from Shady. Agreed. I threw Murray in because of past production though many believe including myself that it was from running behind a superior O line. Morris would be a really good sign. Gillislee is a must if cut. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanC883 Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 1 hour ago, Charlottebillsfan2 said: https://www.foxsports.com/nfl/orleans-darkwa-player-news Perhaps this is why he has been slow to be picked up. Darkwa (knee) announced via his personal twitter account that he has been medically cleared for football activities. IMPACT Darkwa underwent a minor knee procedure in early May to remove a metal plate that was originally inserted in his leg last offseason to protect a fractured tibia, which he played through in 2017. He'll now look to catch on with a team ahead of the 2018 season. He reportedly had several interested teams prior to his surgery after he averaged 4.4 yards per carry for the Giants last year. Look for him to sign on as a backup or change-of-pace running back for the coming year. could be a cheap, prove-it signing. I'd sign him now, even assuming that Shady is still here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay_Fixit Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 Everybody out here looking at RB’s and theres a perfectly good Bryce Brown out there. Somewhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fansince88 Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 2 hours ago, Soda Popinski said: I'd sooner just play Kyle at FB than some of these ideas. Have you seen his TD/Carry ratio? It's pretty impressive. He has never carried a ball on offense and not scored....he is just that good 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 I've heard of him. Lacy has sucked his whole career, especially the past few seasons. No thanks to his 2.6 YPC. We should of drafted at least one RB either of the last 2 drafts. With Mike Tolbert and the tomato cans they line up at WR, we haven't put much resources into skill positions(besides Allen) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DisplacedBillsFan Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 There has to be a UDFA RB out there that has something to offer. The number of late round picks and undrafted guys at the RB position that excel make it inevitable. Now I'm not one of the "dime a dozen" believers per se, and believe there is a benefit and winning strategy to taking young guys like Fournette, Cook and Hunt in the first 3 rounds. That said, there has to be a guy out there just waiting for his chance to be a star. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luxy312 Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 Addressing a couple of things for this thread and the OP, not necessarily in any order: The Bills aren't "looking at anyone" until there's evidence that L.McCoy actually may have did something wrong. The court filing from last year isn't evidence. Circumstantial. The fact that the perpetrator took jewelry that McCoy was trying to repossess is circumstantial. The idea that McCoy would perpetrate an attack a day before a court ruling to remove his ex from his house seems utterly ridiculous. The idea that they will sign some aging veteran that once had a good season years ago just seems idiotic to me. Isn't Chris Ivory just another aging vet (30) that last had a good season 3 years ago, any different? DeMarco Murray and Adrian Peterson haven't done anything in several years and are simply old Eddie Lacy is even more removed from playing well The idea that there's some young guy out there with so much potential makes me laugh a little when the Bills already have rookie Keith Ford on their roster. He's the UDFA RB that the Bills think may have something to offer. They backed that up with UDFA FB Zach Olstad. With McCoy on the roster, they're carrying 6 running backs and 2 fullbacks. Barring injury, I don't see a pressing need to add a body "just because", even if the McCoy allegations turn out to be true and he misses time. Do we need 8 ball carriers? Why not 10? Why not 15? A balance must be struck at some point with needs at other positions. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msw2112 Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 I agree with some of this post and disagree with other parts. I agree that there is no proof (yet) that McCoy is guilty of anything. He may well be absolved of any guilt related to this unfortunate incident and suit up for the Bills as planned. That said, the Bills management appear to be competent and on top of things, so I am sure they are evaluating all options at this point, in case things go South and McCoy is not available to the team. Regarding the OP, I think that we stay far away from Eddie Lacy. He has now flamed out with not 1, but 2 top franchises who gave him the opportunity to be their back. If nothing else, he's not the type of player that the current Bills management would be interested in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToGoGo Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 People underestimate how good Ivory is. We need a speedster if we replace McCoy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clyde Smith Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 No to Lacy. I rather pluck one of these Udfa with something to prove off someone's roster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsredneck1 Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 7 hours ago, The Jokeman said: In a word, no. I'd wait for rosters to shake up as sure someone like Mike Gillislee might come available. i would bring him back regardless. would love that tandem again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Over 29 years of fanhood Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 7 hours ago, buffalover4life said: I will continue to pound the table for Orleans Darkwa. Really liked the way he ran for the giants, wondering why he hasn't been signed. He ran for 750 yards last year at 4.4 a carry with a very bad O-line Seems like a good player the few times I saw him 4 hours ago, Jay_Fixit said: Everybody out here looking at RB’s and theres a perfectly good Bryce Brown out there. Somewhere. Just fumbling around 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pirate Angel Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 Mike Tolbert and CJ Spiller are still available? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
row_33 Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 8 hours ago, PastaJoe said: He could play fullback for Ivory, and occasionally catch a 2 yard pass. dare we dream this big in 2018? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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