BADOLBILZ Posted October 13, 2018 Share Posted October 13, 2018 On 10/12/2018 at 6:21 AM, oldmanfan said: The problem is that too many people assume because he was drafted in round 1 that it meant he's automatically supposed to be a great pass rusher. HE's more a solid all around type guy, plays the run well, gets some pressure in the pass rush, they can move him inside, and such. No the problem is that he was a statistically productive pass rusher in college and got over-drafted because of some bad/lazy personnel work. I said when he was drafted that his ceiling was Melvin Ingram.........a good complementary pass rusher..........and his floor was Courtney Upshaw. And when healthy he's been Courtney Upshaw. And he's year 3 Courtney Upshaw so far. Courtney Upshaw was a nice run defender but teams lost interest because like Shaq he just didn't get to QB's............and that's the name of the game. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerome007 Posted October 14, 2018 Share Posted October 14, 2018 5 hours ago, FearLess Price said: Alynn was the best OC we had in recent memory. Not counting mcdaboll yet He was the best playcaller on offense. Roman had devised the plays but somehow stunk on gameday at calling the right plays at the right time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blacklabel Posted October 14, 2018 Share Posted October 14, 2018 He's got a good shot at sticking around long term as he's shown the right work ethic and has the positional versatility McDermott really seems to value. I'm a fan, hope he keeps getting better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ol Dirty B Posted October 14, 2018 Share Posted October 14, 2018 It will be interesting to see where he sticks in the league. He is a great contain guy, unfortunately for him, his skill set is two decades past its shelf life. I'm not sure what his 5th year option ends up costing, but I'm not sure he is worth it. Good player, but totally over drafted at 19 by Rex. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted October 14, 2018 Author Share Posted October 14, 2018 5 hours ago, Ol Dirty B said: It will be interesting to see where he sticks in the league. He is a great contain guy, unfortunately for him, his skill set is two decades past its shelf life. I'm not sure what his 5th year option ends up costing, but I'm not sure he is worth it. Good player, but totally over drafted at 19 by Rex. Overdrafted? People love to use revisionist history. 2016 NFL Draft Profile: Shaq Lawson*Shaq Lawson | Clemson, DE : 2016 NFL Draft Scout Player ProfileCounting down the SI 50: Clemson DE Shaq LawsonHere's why Shaq Lawson would be a great fit in Buffalo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FearLess Price Posted October 14, 2018 Share Posted October 14, 2018 10 hours ago, Jerome007 said: He was the best playcaller on offense. Roman had devised the plays but somehow stunk on gameday at calling the right plays at the right time. Yep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ol Dirty B Posted October 14, 2018 Share Posted October 14, 2018 10 hours ago, 26CornerBlitz said: Overdrafted? People love to use revisionist history. 2016 NFL Draft Profile: Shaq Lawson*Shaq Lawson | Clemson, DE : 2016 NFL Draft Scout Player ProfileCounting down the SI 50: Clemson DE Shaq LawsonHere's why Shaq Lawson would be a great fit in Buffalo I don't agree. I give you credit for all the sourcing you do. I just don't recall him ever being projected as a good run stopper, set the edge DE. It was either he was going to be amazing against the pass or he was banged up and not worth the 1st. I remember him being considered a steal where they got him. I just think as far as his skillset goes he was over drafted. Guys who play like him aren't sought out in the first round. That's all I meant with that post, I'm given the benefit of hindsight also. At this point, what he does, he looks like a reach in my opinion. I'm not trying to say he's an awful player Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Brown Posted October 14, 2018 Share Posted October 14, 2018 Like the rest of the defense, he's played well the last few games. Had a sack today. Forced the fumble last week. Getting good pressure. He's a good rotational DE, but definitely not 1st round talent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atlbillsfan1975 Posted October 14, 2018 Share Posted October 14, 2018 31 minutes ago, Doc Brown said: Like the rest of the defense, he's played well the last few games. Had a sack today. Forced the fumble last week. Getting good pressure. He's a good rotational DE, but definitely not 1st round talent. This is fair. He isn’t making a ton of money while playing on rookie deal. He is decent which is better than a Maybin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Mr. WEO Posted October 28, 2018 Share Posted October 28, 2018 1 hour ago, 26CornerBlitz said: "HC trusts backup DE and former 1st round pick can sub in for injured starter" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Process Posted October 28, 2018 Share Posted October 28, 2018 On 10/11/2018 at 6:36 PM, 26CornerBlitz said: Probably could have beat Maryvale....lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted November 6, 2018 Author Share Posted November 6, 2018 Mic'd Up: Shaq Lawson (2:57) In this edition of "Mic'd Up" we put the mic on Defensive Lineman Shaq Lawson for the week 9 matchup with the Chicago Bears. Stats: Increased production highlights Shaq Lawson's growth The Bills defense gave up three touchdowns in Sunday’s loss to Chicago, but all of them came on short fields for the Bears. Performing well in the defensive effort was Shaq Lawson, who stepped in at left defensive end for the injured Trent Murphy. Lawson posted a career-high seven tackles on just 40 snaps, and added a quarterback hit and a pass breakup. Two of his tackles dropped Bears RB Jordan Howard for a loss. Lawson had a third down stop for no gain and had a quarterback hit on Mitchell Trubisky that led to a third down incompletion and punt by Chicago. "Shaq has been a bright spot for us," said McDermott. "He's a young man that when we came here I know he had some inconsistency in his history in terms of being available. Here's a young man who has developed on the field and off the field. Has he reached a final landing spot? No, but he showed Sunday he's on the upward climb and I'm extremely proud of how he has progressed this season, and the job that coach Teerlinck and coach Whitecotton have done with him." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave mcbride Posted November 6, 2018 Share Posted November 6, 2018 6 minutes ago, 26CornerBlitz said: Mic'd Up: Shaq Lawson (2:57) In this edition of "Mic'd Up" we put the mic on Defensive Lineman Shaq Lawson for the week 9 matchup with the Chicago Bears. Stats: Increased production highlights Shaq Lawson's growth The Bills defense gave up three touchdowns in Sunday’s loss to Chicago, but all of them came on short fields for the Bears. Performing well in the defensive effort was Shaq Lawson, who stepped in at left defensive end for the injured Trent Murphy. Lawson posted a career-high seven tackles on just 40 snaps, and added a quarterback hit and a pass breakup. Two of his tackles dropped Bears RB Jordan Howard for a loss. Lawson had a third down stop for no gain and had a quarterback hit on Mitchell Trubisky that led to a third down incompletion and punt by Chicago. "Shaq has been a bright spot for us," said McDermott. "He's a young man that when we came here I know he had some inconsistency in his history in terms of being available. Here's a young man who has developed on the field and off the field. Has he reached a final landing spot? No, but he showed Sunday he's on the upward climb and I'm extremely proud of how he has progressed this season, and the job that coach Teerlinck and coach Whitecotton have done with him." He has definitely looked pretty solid. Nice to see him coming around. He's a likable player. And he's up to #26 overall among all DEs (right and left) according to PFF: https://www.profootballfocus.com/nfl/players/shaq-lawson/10653 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Dude Posted November 6, 2018 Share Posted November 6, 2018 I wish I’d been born in Pittsburgh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo716 Posted November 6, 2018 Share Posted November 6, 2018 On 10/28/2018 at 9:45 AM, The Process said: Probably could have beat Maryvale....lol Maryvale HS in Cheektowaga? Id wager so Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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BuffAlone Posted November 7, 2018 Share Posted November 7, 2018 I've been saying from day 1...he's a worthy first round pick. Maybe not ideal fit here, but solid against the run. Give you 5 sacks a year.solid, not spectacular. But worth his pick status. And getting better. He's got a chance to be a starting DE in this league Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dadonkadonk Posted November 7, 2018 Share Posted November 7, 2018 Another misjudgment on talent by McD. Lawson has outplayed Murphy all year long. How a PED guy fits the process I have no idea. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Doc Posted November 8, 2018 Share Posted November 8, 2018 On 11/6/2018 at 10:06 PM, Dadonkadonk said: Another misjudgment on talent by McD. Lawson has outplayed Murphy all year long. How a PED guy fits the process I have no idea. Should start either Lawson or Alexander to LDE and move Murphy to LB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royale with Cheese Posted November 8, 2018 Share Posted November 8, 2018 3 minutes ago, Doc said: Should start either Lawson or Alexander to LDE and move Murphy to LB. Murphy isn't a 4-3 linebacker. He played decently when he was on the field as DE. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CuddyDark Posted November 8, 2018 Share Posted November 8, 2018 He's been good so far this year. They should use him in more 5 and 6 techniques on the outside. He's never going to be good for some people because they only see sack numbers. Five to eight sacks for Lawson would be great for his position. Bills have to keep using him inside as well. He could be Brandon Graham type for them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsintaiwan Posted November 8, 2018 Share Posted November 8, 2018 10 minutes ago, Royale with Cheese said: Murphy isn't a 4-3 linebacker. He played decently when he was on the field as DE. Murphy has been fine. And Lawson is becoming a guy. Good problem to have. Glad we didn't ditch him on principle, the principle being "Whaley drafted him". 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsInWilmingtonNC Posted November 8, 2018 Share Posted November 8, 2018 I haven't seen him play much but Charles Johnson comes to mind when thinking about a Panther comparison for Shaq Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted November 11, 2018 Author Share Posted November 11, 2018 Another Whaley Bust obviously. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted November 11, 2018 Author Share Posted November 11, 2018 Cut him right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pine Barrens Mafia Posted November 11, 2018 Share Posted November 11, 2018 2 hours ago, 26CornerBlitz said: Another Whaley Bust obviously. Blind squirrel kind of found an acorn for a change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted November 12, 2018 Author Share Posted November 12, 2018 From Sal Capaccio: DE Shaq Lawson Lawson continues to have solid game after solid game as he starts in place of the injured Trent Murphy. Often times his play hasn’t shown up in the stat sheet but it did Sunday. Lawson registered three total tackles, including one for a loss, a sack, two QB hurries, and a pass breakup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CDogg20 Posted November 12, 2018 Share Posted November 12, 2018 Credit where credit is due. Shaq has been balling out this year. Seeing Jason Babin and Jerry Hughes succeed after their original teams gave up on them had me worried that iwould happen with Shaq. Glad we didn’t give up on this kid! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted November 12, 2018 Author Share Posted November 12, 2018 3 minutes ago, CDogg20 said: Credit where credit is due. Shaq has been balling out this year. Seeing Jason Babin and Jerry Hughes succeed after their original teams gave up on them had me worried that iwould happen with Shaq. Glad we didn’t give up on this kid! Had quite a few people throwing dirt on his Bills' career by calling for his release or trade. Now crickets from the lot of them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CDogg20 Posted November 12, 2018 Share Posted November 12, 2018 Just now, 26CornerBlitz said: Had quite a few people throwing dirt on his Bills' career by calling for his release or trade. Now crickets from the lot of them. Ik right? Feels like no one is giving him his credit. He got healthy put his head in the game and has been noticeablely better. Very happy for Shaq 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussie Joe Posted November 12, 2018 Share Posted November 12, 2018 He has played well this season, which has surprised me given his previous form... They will have a call to make in the offseason to pick up his 5th year option for 2020... Do they do it? Would be around $10-11 Mil... Think they will have the cap space free... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leonbus23 Posted November 16, 2018 Share Posted November 16, 2018 On 11/11/2018 at 1:40 PM, 26CornerBlitz said: Another Whaley Bust obviously. Rex made the decision on Lawson. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted November 16, 2018 Author Share Posted November 16, 2018 Didn't know these guys were close. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BADOLBILZ Posted November 16, 2018 Share Posted November 16, 2018 On 11/11/2018 at 9:58 PM, 26CornerBlitz said: Had quite a few people throwing dirt on his Bills' career by calling for his release or trade. Now crickets from the lot of them. I've been a critic but there was an angry contingent that grew in the past year who basically saw him as worthless..........and he's never been that. He improved his get-off and has looked much stronger and more explosive. His stats still look very similar but last year he was not good.......even those modest stats were misleading. His pass rush repertoire still leaves plenty to be desired and a good deal of the action he's gotten in that regard is due to the push that the interior DL is giving......not allowing QB's to step up and and away from Shaq's rather basic edge rush. It's going to be very interesting to see how far he advances the rest of the season and if the Bills will pick up that $10M+ option year. They have cap space TO BURN in the next couple of seasons but the reality is that they may have to replace Hughes in a couple years and THAT may be a $20M/yr deal if they do it in FA and then they might not want to be paying another $10M+ for a bookend who doesn't pile up sacks himself. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rico Posted November 16, 2018 Share Posted November 16, 2018 On 11/11/2018 at 3:40 PM, 26CornerBlitz said: Another Whaley Bust obviously. Lady-killers load dice on me behind my back while imitators steal me blind. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cba fan Posted November 16, 2018 Share Posted November 16, 2018 (edited) On 10/11/2018 at 7:20 PM, 26CornerBlitz said: 2016 wants its tired quote back. on a positive note he didn't play the "Super Bowl" card, or the "Championship" card. Those are older than Bill Bellycheck's gameday wardrobe. Edited November 16, 2018 by cba fan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Call_Of_Ktulu Posted November 16, 2018 Share Posted November 16, 2018 I want Lawson to turn into a good all around RE. For some reason I really want this guy to succeed. I feel like he has all the tools to be a good DE. With all the ties to Clemson I am 100% sure Lawson was Ragland were Rex Ryan picks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigDingus Posted November 16, 2018 Share Posted November 16, 2018 Remember the thread before the season about him wanting to be a Pro Bowl caliber player & help take the team to the next level? Yeah, he got ridiculed & torn apart by people on here, mocking him for simply stating he wanted to better himself & work hard to do so. Glad I wasn't one of them, and glad his efforts are paying off. Edit: Here's the thread, all 13 pages - 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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