H2o Posted January 13, 2019 Share Posted January 13, 2019 I think we all know this team needs work. Some new pieces in key positions, especially on offense, are needed if we want Josh to grow. I was impressed by the way he played this year especially with the lack of quality players around him. We have a solid young core to build around and this is what I would like to see us do. I don't expect the Bills to be crazy spenders in FA, but rather I expect us to be smart and spend a decent amount wisely: In house re-sign Jordan Phillips to a 3 or 4 year deal @ 6-8 mill per season with 15-18 mill guaranteed. He played well for us along the line and he would basically be taking up the money left open by the retirement of Kyle. This also keeps the interior DL basically intact. Re-sign Jordan Mills as depth. Mills is a borderline average/below average starter in this league, but would make for decent depth. I wouldn't give him more than 4 mill per though. Bring Lorax back on a 2 year deal with the only guarantees being in the first year of the deal in case age finally catches up with him. Something in the 4-6 mill per year range should get this done. Groy is another guy I might re-sign for depth purposes as he can fill in at all 3 interior spots on the line. If he is looking for more $$$ than he was previously making then pass. Tender Yarbrough because he has been serviceable as well. In the street FA market this is what I would like to see. Bring in Ju'Wuan James to play RT. This would be the biggest name I expect us to sign as he will command solid $$$ on the open market @ 8-10 mill per. James is a definite upgrade on Mills, is young, and would keep us from having to spend a 1st on an OT. Also along the OL sign Jon Halapio to play Center. He was injured this year, but is another upgrade at an important position along the OL. I think 4-6 mill a year gets a deal done and we continue to solidify the pieces in front of Allen. Bring in TJ Yeldon as the primary backup RB and release Ivory. Yeldon is solid, but not great at anything and I think he would fit our scheme better than the bruiser Ivory. The TE I want in FA is Maxx Williams. He was a talented prospect coming out of Minnesota and I feel he has been underutilized in Baltimore. Mid-level TE money and the opportunity to start in Buffalo would be able to get this deal done imo. The WR group is rather weak, but I would go out and get Adam Humphries. I think 6-8 mill per would get the deal done. He's a solid player and would serve Josh Allen well out of the slot because he can separate quickly off of the LOS. At 26 he's also a solid bet to continue to improve as he has every year already. The last thing I would want to see in FA is a depth signing @ LB. Maybe a guy like Eli Harold who is decent and wouldn't be expensive. Coming off of what I would see as a great FA period for us this is the draft I would want to see: 1a. (#15) Cody Ford / OL / Oklahoma - Yes, after a trade back with the Redskins who want to move up for a QB we take Ford to play LG. A reach? It may be called that by some. But if the guy turns into a top tier OL'man like I expect him to then the chatter about where he was drafted will be nothing more than that. This continues to solidify the OL in front of Allen. We get Washington's #46 and #143 out of the deal. 1b. (#26) Hakeem Butler / WR / Iowa St. - We trade back into the late 1st Round to grab a guy with potential to be a game changer @ WR. Butler reminds me a lot of AJ Green. A 6'6", 225lb WR who consistently beats coverage and makes big plays downfield. In the trade we give up #40 and #106. 2. (#46 from Washington) Vosean Joseph / LB / Florida - Alexander isn't getting any younger and Joseph would be the heir apparent. He is a physical player even is he may be considered a bit light at 230lbs. He diagnoses plays well and looks to punish ball carriers on every play. He also has the speed to be effective over the middle of the field in coverage. This pick further solidifies an already up-and-coming LB group. 3a. (#75) Gerarld Willis III / DT / Miami - A consistent performer on the DL at the U. He's a DL'man who can get after it from the interior and also holds up at the point of attack against the run. 3b. (#97 via KC) Joejuan Williams / CB / Vanderbilt - A 6'3", 205lb CB who showed well against some of the best WR prospects in the SEC. He has the size and speed to cover any WR to go along with good technique that allows him to get his hands on a lot of passes. This costs us #127 and #137 to move back into the 3rd. 5a. (#143 via Washington) Kaleb McGary / OT/ Washington - McGary is a depth player who could possibly develop into more. He's a better run than pass blocker, but serves the purpose of continuing to bolster a weakness here. He can be a backup at OT and OG. 5b. (#148 from the McCarron trade) Zach Gentry / TE / Michigan - As I have discussed before, I see him as an upgraded version of Scott Chandler. I also expect him to hang around until the 4th or 5th due to teams taking the bait on "more athletic" guys. 6. (#168) Tyler Newsome / P / Notre Dame - It's no secret we need a solid punter and this guy is one of the best in this draft. He averaged 44.7 per kick with 19 pinning the opposition inside the 20. He can also boom them out there. His long this year was 63 yards. 7. (#203) Sean Krepsz / G-C/ Nevada - Another depth pick for the OL that closes out the draft for us. All in all this is an offseason I feel would propel us into contention for years to come. I'm sure there are things other people would rather address than what I did here. You can't fix everything at once, but this is the start I would like to see. 8 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CommonCents Posted January 13, 2019 Share Posted January 13, 2019 Anyone else want in on the Flower’s train? It has left the station but we still have room for train hoppers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAJBobby Posted January 13, 2019 Share Posted January 13, 2019 I want a legit offense built. As shown this weekend. OFFENSE Is what wins. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
machine gun kelly Posted January 13, 2019 Share Posted January 13, 2019 H2O, you must have been really bored with the Chargers game (understandably) to write this extensive of a post. The problem forecasting the draft is not knowing what we do in free agency. I’ll start paying attention to mock drafts after free agency is over. Not a knock on you big guy, and appreciate how thorough you were in you’re post. God, please let the second game be more competitive. Next week should be fun. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PIZ Posted January 13, 2019 Share Posted January 13, 2019 I understand the conservative approach in free agency, because that's the way I felt for years. It's how the Bills have approached FA the past few years, when they didn't have cap room. After watching these games this weekend, I can plainly see the Bills will never compete with the Rams, Patriots, Chiefs, etc. by being conservative. Pay the $ to get the best OL coach and Special Teams coordinators. We are not spending a boatload on our QB, so pay the money to get a WR (Funchess), WR (T. Williams), C (Paradise), G (Glowinski), OT (D. Williams). I have no idea if that is doable salary capwise, but teams like the Rams, Chiefs, and Patriots do it every year. In the draft, get a DT, LB, CB, TE, RB, and OG. I do like re-signing Phillips, Alexander, and Mills also. I want this team to be dominant. The Bills have a good, young team, but they need some proven NFL veterans to push them to the top. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1billsfan Posted January 13, 2019 Share Posted January 13, 2019 14 minutes ago, PIZ said: I understand the conservative approach in free agency, because that's the way I felt for years. It's how the Bills have approached FA the past few years, when they didn't have cap room. After watching these games this weekend, I can plainly see the Bills will never compete with the Rams, Patriots, Chiefs, etc. by being conservative. Pay the $ to get the best OL coach and Special Teams coordinators. We are not spending a boatload on our QB, so pay the money to get a WR (Funchess), WR (T. Williams), C (Paradise), G (Glowinski), OT (D. Williams). I have no idea if that is doable salary capwise, but teams like the Rams, Chiefs, and Patriots do it every year. In the draft, get a DT, LB, CB, TE, RB, and OG. I do like re-signing Phillips, Alexander, and Mills also. I want this team to be dominant. The Bills have a good, young team, but they need some proven NFL veterans to push them to the top. I have a weird feeling that the Bills will be the team to trade for Antonio Brown. The main reason is that this regime must win and make the playoffs in 2019 or all bets are off if they get to stick around for a fourth year. I know Brown isn't their type of guy, but they may make an exception for Brown because the stakes are so high. I see them trading for Brown, spending their FA money on the offensive line and using this coming draft to help make a dominant defense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJS Posted January 13, 2019 Share Posted January 13, 2019 I actually do think they'll make a couple splash free agent signings. We'll see, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ittakestime Posted January 13, 2019 Share Posted January 13, 2019 Any mock that includes a trade back this year with no high end QBs can be thrown out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bangarang Posted January 13, 2019 Share Posted January 13, 2019 (edited) Paying Jordan $8mil per year and reaching for a guard in the first doesn’t sound like something I’d be happy with. I’m all for building the lines but not if it means overpaying role players or reaching to fill needs. Edited January 13, 2019 by Bangarang Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimer1960 Posted January 13, 2019 Share Posted January 13, 2019 Well thought out. Yet you are suggesting throwing a lot of money around on FAs, none of whom look to be difference makers. I’m not saying that the FAs you suggest are bad players, but over paying for middling players is how to end up back in cap problems after digging out. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo Barbarian Posted January 13, 2019 Share Posted January 13, 2019 51 minutes ago, MAJBobby said: I want a legit offense built. As shown this weekend. OFFENSE Is what wins. Especially one that runs the ball. 1 minute ago, Bangarang said: Paying Jordan $8mil per year and reaching for a guard in the first doesn’t sound like something I’d be happy with. I’m all for building the lines but not if it means overpaying role players or reaching to fill needs. Yep, dont see Ford going that high. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hemma Posted January 13, 2019 Share Posted January 13, 2019 I’ll personally buy an Amtrak ticket for Groy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
machine gun kelly Posted January 13, 2019 Share Posted January 13, 2019 20 minutes ago, 1billsfan said: I have a weird feeling that the Bills will be the team to trade for Antonio Brown. The main reason is that this regime must win and make the playoffs in 2019 or all bets are off if they get to stick around for a fourth year. I know Brown isn't their type of guy, but they may make an exception for Brown because the stakes are so high. I see them trading for Brown, spending their FA money on the offensive line and using this coming draft to help make a dominant defense. I agree, and wouldn't be surprised if they also pick up 1hunt who will be out for six games, but a fantastic downhill runner. I know he did something terrible, but not sure of all the facts. As I've said before, Guards and Centers will be the target as well in free agency as they cost less than tackles, and draft tackles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussie Joe Posted January 13, 2019 Share Posted January 13, 2019 (edited) Thanks for the opinions OP.. I think Mills needs to be let go.. you cant pay $4M a year for a back up.. I would let Groy go and keep Bodine for the last year of his cheapish deal... Really hoping for one either Paradis or Morse as Center.. not sure what Plan C is.. probably high draft pick. Love the trade down.. also like Butler but at this stage might roll the dice on him being there at 40.... Edited January 13, 2019 by Aussie Joe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solomon Grundy Posted January 13, 2019 Share Posted January 13, 2019 42 minutes ago, 1billsfan said: I have a weird feeling that the Bills will be the team to trade for Antonio Brown. The main reason is that this regime must win and make the playoffs in 2019 or all bets are off if they get to stick around for a fourth year. I know Brown isn't their type of guy, but they may make an exception for Brown because the stakes are so high. I see them trading for Brown, spending their FA money on the offensive line and using this coming draft to help make a dominant defense. I'm for this too!! Draft the Clemson boys, Dexter Lawrence and Austin Bryant for the defensive front. A couple of young, athletic offensive linemen (Cody Ford) and I'm good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussie Joe Posted January 13, 2019 Share Posted January 13, 2019 (edited) 46 minutes ago, 1billsfan said: I have a weird feeling that the Bills will be the team to trade for Antonio Brown. The main reason is that this regime must win and make the playoffs in 2019 or all bets are off if they get to stick around for a fourth year. I know Brown isn't their type of guy, but they may make an exception for Brown because the stakes are so high. I see them trading for Brown, spending their FA money on the offensive line and using this coming draft to help make a dominant defense. What are they giving up for him? Wouldn't be surprised if a team in their SB window is prepared to give up a late first so are they beating that? Edited January 13, 2019 by Aussie Joe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted January 13, 2019 Share Posted January 13, 2019 1 hour ago, machine gun kelly said: H2O, you must have been really bored with the Chargers game (understandably) to write this extensive of a post. The problem forecasting the draft is not knowing what we do in free agency. I’ll start paying attention to mock drafts after free agency is over. Not a knock on you big guy, and appreciate how thorough you were in you’re post. God, please let the second game be more competitive. Next week should be fun. Next week does look like a good day, indeed. GO CHEIFS! Instead of “just another Super Bowl party”, I used to have a friend/client who would throw his bash on AFC/NFC Championship day every year. Great move! More football and less hype. Almost assured of getting at least one good game. And this guy threw one heck of a party! The likes of which our young eyes had not seen before! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chandler#81 Posted January 13, 2019 Share Posted January 13, 2019 Thank you Waterboy (H2O). That’s a lot more effort than I’m willing to do but you’ve given me names to watch. Im more giterdone in my wants. Trade for AB & Vonn Miller. Sign Paradis @ C, Saffold @ G and Cook @ TE. Fill in the rest with BPA 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoBills808 Posted January 13, 2019 Share Posted January 13, 2019 Nice. I’d be good w a lot of that but I don’t want to go into the year with McCoy as RB1. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H2o Posted January 13, 2019 Author Share Posted January 13, 2019 57 minutes ago, Ittakestime said: Any mock that includes a trade back this year with no high end QBs can be thrown out The Redskins will take a QB high. Alex Smith's injury destroyed their team. They were leading the division before that happened. I can see Gruden/Allen/Snyder wanting Haskins or Lock in the 1st and moving up to get their man. One thing we have learned from the draft is teams are willing to reach for QB's. 17 minutes ago, GoBills808 said: Nice. I’d be good w a lot of that but I don’t want to go into the year with McCoy as RB1. We will need to address it at some point, but I think Shady is at least a 1,000 yard guy behind a better OL. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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