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Based on Sean McDermott’s press conference, there’s a few things that I was able to take away.  Of course this is my speculation because McDermott doesn’t say too much so this is my interpretation.

 

- He’s not happy with any of players who had those timely drops - specifically Foster, McKenzie and Logan Thomas.  Also Jason Croom.  When talking about settling for FG’s in the red zone he said “When you get a chance to make plays, you have to make plays,” seemed to speak specifically to Foster and Thomas who had a chance to score a big TD and keep the game close.  He was asked about Croom and he said that a TD there would have changed the game.  

 

- Things may not be so simpatico with old pal Juan Castillo.  He said he expected to run the ball better and was disappointed with the results.  This could be take as a knock to Castilllo, Shady, or maybe even Brian Daboll.  Still I think Daboll has done enough with the offense and has gotten good progression from Allen.  He’s going nowhere, but Castillo could be a goner if McDermott brings in a new OL/Run Game Coordinator.  I think we’ve seen the end of Shady too.  

 

- McDermott was not happy with the play of Edmunds or Corey Thompson in run support.  He specially mentioned how they didn’t read or get off their blocks.  That spoke to Thompson on the edge and Edmunds in the middle.  I think Edmunds has been dreadful all season long.  It would not surprised me to see him moved to the outside if they can find a suitable MLB.  He is terrible.

 

-  While there was no mention of Special Teams, you have to think Crossman is out of a job next week.  

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2 minutes ago, BillyWhiteShows said:

 

Based on Sean McDermott’s press conference, there’s a few things that I was able to take away.  Of course this is my speculation because McDermott doesn’t say too much so this is my interpretation.

 

- He’s not happy with any of players who had those timely drops - specifically Foster, McKenzie and Logan Thomas.  Also Jason Croom.  When talking about settling for FG’s in the red zone he said “When you get a chance to make plays, you have to make plays,” seemed to speak specifically to Foster and Thomas who had a chance to score a big TD and keep the game close.  He was asked about Croom and he said that a TD there would have changed the game.  

 

- Things may not be so simpatico with old pal Juan Castillo.  He said he expected to run the ball better and was disappointed with the results.  This could be take as a knock to Castilllo, Shady, or maybe even Brian Daboll.  Still I think Daboll has done enough with the offense and has gotten good progression from Allen.  He’s going nowhere, but Castillo could be a goner if McDermott brings in a new OL/Run Game Coordinator.  I think we’ve seen the end of Shady too.  

 

- McDermott was not happy with the play of Edmunds or Corey Thompson in run support.  He specially mentioned how they didn’t read or get off their blocks.  That spoke to Thompson on the edge and Edmunds in the middle.  I think Edmunds has been dreadful all season long.  It would not surprised me to see him moved to the outside if they can find a suitable MLB.  He is terrible.

 

-  While there was no mention of Special Teams, you have to think Crossman is out of a job next week.  

So basically, this is complete speculation on your behalf? Gotcha. Thanks for your insight

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Just now, JM57 said:

Edmunds has not been perfect, but dreadful?

 

Excuse me barkeep, I'll have what he's having.

I don't know about dreadful, but I've watched him all year and he hasn't shown me that he's tough enough to play the middle.  He's always standing around the pile, helping up the guy who made the tackle.   That's not the attitude you want with your middle linebacker.  

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1 minute ago, JM57 said:

Edmunds has not been perfect, but dreadful?

 

Excuse me barkeep, I'll have what he's having.

 

He has been pretty bad.  Many of the struggles in rush defense can be largely attributed to Edmunds.  He has NOT been very good this season and IMO he’s had a disappointing year.  Spare me your “he’s 20 years old” argument.  I just don’t think he’s very good at MLB in this defense and I think that out front office (who I normally support) made a very bad pick in Edmunds.  Maybe he’ll make me eat my words.  I hope so, but I don’t think he has it - at least not at MLB

Just now, Binghamton Beast said:

I would say Edmunds has been very inconsistent but certainly not dreadful when describing the whole season.

 

Good point, perhaps dreadful was the wrong word.  I don’t feel he’s very good though 

3 minutes ago, BuffAlone said:

So basically, this is complete speculation on your behalf? Gotcha. Thanks for your insight

 

Yep, just like the majority of topics in this forum 

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Yeah Edmunds has been bad, maybe not dreadful. The issue is, when you think about any MLB who dominates in this league, they dominate from Day 1. He has not done that. Save the "Hey's 20" nonsense. Been playing his whole life, no excuses. He's Example B (Allen being A) of this FO love affair with physical freaks. That's great but if they're not smart, well...

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....I found these tidbits between the lines...........

 

1, Basking in the limelight of the NFL's #1 ranked defense. Frazier was masterful. Surrendering 273 on the ground was "bend don't break" to perfection.
2. Shady mailed it in. He had more yards in the tunnel on his way to the field than he did between the stripes. Bills should have traded him? The interest in a 30 yr old RB due $12 mil over two years had to be astonishing. Only movement on that front was 31 GM's bowels.
3. McClappy and Dabumble certainly are the pinnacle of offensive prowess. I'd rate that duo right up there with Abbott & Costello, Laurel & Hardy, Mutt & Jeff, and even Sylvester & Tweety Bird.

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3 minutes ago, ScottLaw said:

His overall play at the position has been mostly bad. 

 

He has made a few nice tackles in pass coverage.  I can remember a few times when he was right on a RB sand stopped them short of the sticks with a good tackle in coverage.

 

but his mishaps in the run game and not getting in his zone have far exceeded any flashes he’s shown.  He has been bad

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3 minutes ago, ScottLaw said:

Ok he's shown flashes but has mostly been bad.

 

Hows that? 

Yes he had a bad game BUT he’s still a rookie and a young one at that , I would put more blame on McD’s boy from Carolina who got $50 million to help to stop the run , 

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4 minutes ago, Binghamton Beast said:

 

I disagree.

I don't agree either but he hasn't been good.  There were a few games this year where he was a major reason they lost.  For being as large as he is he really doesn't play physically imposing football.  And for as fast as he is he really isn't blowing me away with his coverage skills.

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9 minutes ago, BillyWhiteShows said:

 

He has been pretty bad.  Many of the struggles in rush defense can be largely attributed to Edmunds.  He has NOT been very good this season and IMO he’s had a disappointing year.  Spare me your “he’s 20 years old” argument.  I just don’t think he’s very good at MLB in this defense and I think that out front office (who I normally support) made a very bad pick in Edmunds.  Maybe he’ll make me eat my words.  I hope so, but I don’t think he has it - at least not at MLB

 

Good point, perhaps dreadful was the wrong word.  I don’t feel he’s very good though 

 

Yep, just like the majority of topics in this forum 

The majority are speculation? Of a post game press conference? Deciphered by the likes of you? ? smoke em if you got em bud

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17 minutes ago, BillyWhiteShows said:

 

Based on Sean McDermott’s press conference, there’s a few things that I was able to take away.  Of course this is my speculation because McDermott doesn’t say too much so this is my interpretation.

 

- He’s not happy with any of players who had those timely drops - specifically Foster, McKenzie and Logan Thomas.  Also Jason Croom.  When talking about settling for FG’s in the red zone he said “When you get a chance to make plays, you have to make plays,” seemed to speak specifically to Foster and Thomas who had a chance to score a big TD and keep the game close.  He was asked about Croom and he said that a TD there would have changed the game.  

 

- Things may not be so simpatico with old pal Juan Castillo.  He said he expected to run the ball better and was disappointed with the results.  This could be take as a knock to Castilllo, Shady, or maybe even Brian Daboll.  Still I think Daboll has done enough with the offense and has gotten good progression from Allen.  He’s going nowhere, but Castillo could be a goner if McDermott brings in a new OL/Run Game Coordinator.  I think we’ve seen the end of Shady too.  

 

- McDermott was not happy with the play of Edmunds or Corey Thompson in run support.  He specially mentioned how they didn’t read or get off their blocks.  That spoke to Thompson on the edge and Edmunds in the middle.  I think Edmunds has been dreadful all season long.  It would not surprised me to see him moved to the outside if they can find a suitable MLB.  He is terrible.

 

-  While there was no mention of Special Teams, you have to think Crossman is out of a job next week.  

I think you're spot on with your analysis.  I mean for those who watch the NFL on a regular basis the big plays that were left on the field by the WR's & TE's today cost us the game.  When you have a rookie QB that is blowing hot & cold in the same game making a couple of these plays can make a world of difference with the rookies confidence and the outcome of the game.

 

It's actually refreshing that the coach saw it this way. 

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14 minutes ago, Shaw66 said:

I don't know about dreadful, but I've watched him all year and he hasn't shown me that he's tough enough to play the middle.  He's always standing around the pile, helping up the guy who made the tackle.   That's not the attitude you want with your middle linebacker.  

 

Correct. He hasn’t shown a ton at MLB in the NFL. Which is fine because he’s never actually played MLB even in college. He’s a 4-3 OLB. This FO would be smart to take a guy they like in the 3rd if he’s there at MLB. Flank him with Edmunds and Milano. 

 

A guy like Preston Brown comes to mind. Not great. Not expensive. Plays well enough. Will look much better with two very athletic guys on either side of him. 

 

Just my two cents

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6 minutes ago, ScottLaw said:

Yea.

 

I'm not sure why fans have such an issue with this.

 

He looks lost at MLB. Give him a chance at OLB/3rd down pass rushing end and see if he can thrive there. 

First of all....he does not look lost.  He look like he is learning the position

 

Second if they decide to move him to OLB if they find a better run stop LB for MLB I am totall ok with that

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31 minutes ago, BuffAlone said:

So basically, this is complete speculation on your behalf? Gotcha. Thanks for your insight

They are his opinions. This board is full of opinions.  

4 minutes ago, John from Riverside said:

First of all....he does not look lost.  He look like he is learning the position

 

Second if they decide to move him to OLB if they find a better run stop LB for MLB I am totall ok with that

Well, if he's not lost then his map doesn't incorporate the most direct route to the ball carrier. Would you at least agree that he appears overwhelmed?

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31 minutes ago, zonabb said:

Yeah Edmunds has been bad, maybe not dreadful. The issue is, when you think about any MLB who dominates in this league, they dominate from Day 1. He has not done that. Save the "Hey's 20" nonsense. Been playing his whole life, no excuses. He's Example B (Allen being A) of this FO love affair with physical freaks. That's great but if they're not smart, well...

Like I have said in other threads, Edmunds has poor fundamentals- plays too high, doesnt lower pads, bad angles, over pursues, doesnt tackle well- these things are nothing new it has gone on all season. MLB isnt his true position. Even then, he still has to get better with basic football 101 stuff that should be fine tuned in college.

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21 minutes ago, Mango said:

 

Correct. He hasn’t shown a ton at MLB in the NFL. Which is fine because he’s never actually played MLB even in college. He’s a 4-3 OLB. This FO would be smart to take a guy they like in the 3rd if he’s there at MLB. Flank him with Edmunds and Milano. 

 

A guy like Preston Brown comes to mind. Not great. Not expensive. Plays well enough. Will look much better with two very athletic guys on either side of him. 

 

Just my two cents

 

I've been thinking the same thing. Edmonds might be a better OLB. Unless he bulks up and toughens up, he's not a Luke Kuekly. Vander Esch looks much better at this stage. 
 

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49 minutes ago, Shaw66 said:

I don't know about dreadful, but I've watched him all year and he hasn't shown me that he's tough enough to play the middle.  He's always standing around the pile, helping up the guy who made the tackle.   That's not the attitude you want with your middle linebacker.  

Question...Could Milano play middle LB?   Then move Edmunds outside.  Pick up another LB in the draft to groom behind Lorax.

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1 minute ago, BuffAlone said:

Didn't say you did. But I was talking to someone else. Why feel the need to jump into something that didn't concern you?

Although, some may find it insulting to be called a Richard head...

I wasn't aware that it was only kosher to reply  to an insult if you was directed at you.

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6 minutes ago, Greatdane21 said:

Edmunds doesn’t seem to be the big hitter you want in the middle , he has been inconsistent like most rookies . I think he looks awkward do to his height but he runs well and covers from sideline to sideline .he may be better on the outside.

Ive always thought OLB is where he should be

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Allen and Edmunds were drafted because of their physical traits and potential.  If Edmunds figures it out, he will be a league leading freak for years with his size and speed.  Allen is in the same situation.  Not polished coming out of college, but will be a baller if he develops with his physical attributes. 

 

Beane didn't draft Allen and Edmunds to win this year, he drafted them to win next year.  Hopefully Beane is proven right. 

 

We all knew this was going to be a bad year for the Bills.  I don't understand the despair on this message board when the Bills look bad during what is clearly a rebuilding year.  We have no O-line, our rookie draft picks are playing like rookies,  and we have no wide receivers, but dammit! we should walk into Foxborough and win right now...

 

We have someone who has a real chance to be our franchise QB, we are out of salary cap hell, and we have a full contingent of draft picks.  Contrast that to where we were at the end of last season.  Take a breath people.

 

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49 minutes ago, Shaw66 said:

I don't know about dreadful, but I've watched him all year and he hasn't shown me that he's tough enough to play the middle.  He's always standing around the pile, helping up the guy who made the tackle.   That's not the attitude you want with your middle linebacker.  

Solid points. Yeah he has to work on his toughness n physicality. But imo he has done a very good job in coverage , another big reason we have the #1 pass D .

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4 minutes ago, Binghamton Beast said:

 

He’s 20 years old.

 

Maybe we should put Josh Allen at RB while we are at it?

That was my next suggestion. I kid, but Edwards is not showing me anything in the middle. I don't think we can survive another season of him. OCs will just run right at him and he can't handle it. He bites too easily, takes bad angles and is always late. Some of it as being as young as he is but perhaps he just doesn't have the middle linebacker sensibilities. Let him use his speed and range to better use then trying to plug runs.

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8 minutes ago, Cripple Creek said:

I wasn't aware that it was only kosher to reply  to an insult if you was directed at you.

Sorry, but I don't follow. If you are insinuating that I insulted somebody, then by all means, show me the err of my ways

12 minutes ago, BillyWhiteShows said:

Point is, just have fun here instead of insulting others

Im sorry...did I insult you? How so? Surely I didn't call you Richard head...you had a thought that you shared, I rebutted. Don T get all butt hurt and claim that you were insulted

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8 minutes ago, Binghamton Beast said:

 

Again, he’s 20 years old. 

 

He he will be staying at MLB. 

25% of his rookie contract is used up.  The Bills did not get the production you would hope for from the draft capital invested in him this year.   If had been excellent this year, people would still expect an improvement next year.  His performance this year is consistent with a third round draft pick who was a surprise starter.  Nothing suggests he is going to make a great leap forward from here. 

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18 minutes ago, Binghamton Beast said:

 

Again, he’s 20 years old. 

 

He he will be staying at MLB. 

 

That’s a cop out

7 minutes ago, BuffAlone said:

I have. I see nothing insulting in any way. 

I called his take speculation. Said "gotcha" and thanks for the insight. Am I missing something?

What are you? A SJW or something? You're crusading over nothing.Get over yourself 

 

I did take it as an insult.  Your comment was sarcastic and meant to demean my thread.  Thank you to those who pointed this out 

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12 minutes ago, billsfan_34 said:

If he stays at MLB it shows the ineptitude of the coaching staff. 20 year olds know how to tackle and lower their pads- he doesnt.

 

Right, because McDermott and Frazier just don’t what they are doing on the defensive side of the ball......and you do.

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