Carolina WR Devin Funchess unlikely to be extended

[YoloinOhio]

https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/carolina-panthers/article226978429.html

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Carolina Panthers receiver Devin Funchess will become a free agent this spring, when the new league year begins on March 13. 

Funchess’ camp and the Panthers have not even begun talks to extend his four-year rookie deal, a league source told the Observer on Friday. 

Funchess also announced in a video posted to Twitter on Friday morning that he is a free agent looking for a new team.

 

 

Have to wonder what Beane thinks of him and what his market value will be. He was really good in college but played TE. Since the Bills could really use TEs and WRs in quantity as well as quality, and Daboll liked to use hybrid TE types in NE,  I wonder if the Bills make an offer.

Edited March 1, 2019 by YoloinOhio

[RyanC883]

This is a guy I really liked coming out of college, but has unperformed.  I guess it would depend on what Funches wants.  Would be a good 3-4 WR.  I still really want Tate or Williams in FA.  

[The Firebaugh Kid]

Carolina guy....young....has talent. Seems likely. 

[TheBeaneBandit]

Wonder if he'd be open to moving back to TE? 

[DCOrange]

I think it all boils down to cost. If the market for Funchess is relatively bearish, I wouldn't be surprised at all if Buffalo makes an offer to take a chance on him and see if things click.

 

It's possible that we're transitioning towards more of a preference for speed, but we'll see. It's just as likely IMO that they simply recognized Benjamin sucks and that Foster and McKenzie were worth giving a chance to.

[John from Riverside]

If we are going to Pilfer a Carolina player I really hope it is their RT not a WR

[TheBeaneBandit]

Just now, John from Riverside said:

If we are going to Pilfer a Carolina player I really hope it is their RT not a WR

Me too John. Williams is probably my #1 free agent target to be honest. 

[BillsInWilmingtonNC]

3 minutes ago, DCOrange said:

I think it all boils down to cost. If the market for Funchess is relatively bearish, I wouldn't be surprised at all if Buffalo makes an offer to take a chance on him and see if things click.

 

It's possible that we're transitioning towards more of a preference for speed, but we'll see. It's just as likely IMO that they simply recognized Benjamin sucks and that Foster and McKenzie were worth giving a chance to.

You have a good point, but the signing of that tall Canadian Football player makes me wonder if they maybe still want one tall jumpball target.... But personally I feel like Allen needs speedsters who can get behind DBs and kick into top gear to catch up to Allens throws when they are a little overthrown.

[WMDman]

HARD pass

[Chuck Wagon]

I have zero interest in Funchess unless he bulks up a bit to be a move TE.

[TheBeaneBandit]

Just now, Chuck Wagon said:

I have zero interest in Funchess unless he bulks up a bit to be a move TE.

Same

[whatdrought]

I wouldn’t mind him on a prove it deal where’s he’s essentially a poorly paid 2/3.

[billsbackto81]

Never been impressed with the guy honesty. Definitely not a #1 and we already have plenty of 3 and 4s. Pass, spend the money on Morse or Williams.

[Bing Bong]

no no no no no no no no ... pleeeeaaaaase no

Edited March 1, 2019 by BarkleyForGOATBackupPT5P

[quinnearlysghost88]

we are the ellis island of washed up Carolina Panthers personnel. 

[offyourocker]

Would much rather go after Willams from Chargers.  

[BillsFan1988]

9 minutes ago, quinnearlysghost88 said:

we are the ellis island of washed up Carolina Panthers personnel. 

It took some time but it looks like the Panthers have realized Cam needs separators not big slow high Pointing trees.

 

I hope McBeane doesn't fall for the trap and gets on the new wave of thinking.  Unless Beane was the guy wanting all those field cloggers.

[IgotBILLStopay]

If it didn't work with Cam why shd it work with Allen? once bitten (by KB13) twice shy.

Edited March 1, 2019 by IgotBILLStopay

[Bing Bong]

15 minutes ago, BillsFan1988 said:

It took some time but it looks like the Panthers have realized Cam needs separators not big slow high Pointing trees.

 

I hope McBeane doesn't fall for the trap and gets on the new wave of thinking.  Unless Beane was the guy wanting all those field cloggers.

Boggles my mind when the Panthers saw how successful Cam was with Steve Smith Sr and Ted Ginn Jr. If Ted Ginn Jr has a career year with Cam and is Cam's 3rd most productive single season receiving target.. should send shockwaves to Panthers brass to stop drafting big lugs and get a burner that's Ted Ginn speed but with WR hands.

 

Ted Ginn must have dropped like 8 TD bombs from Cam that MVP year lol. But he got open consistently to catch enough as well.

 

Allen, Cam, Favre, those of the gunslinger ilk do best with burners. Tossup contested catch guys do better with Quarterbacks without the arm talent, like Foles or Fitzpatrick. Of course it helps to have all sides of the coin. But the primary WR better fit the Quarterback's preferred mold best.

Edited March 1, 2019 by BarkleyForGOATBackupPT5P

[Florida Bills Fanatic]

19 minutes ago, billsbackto81 said:

Never been impressed with the guy honesty. Definitely not a #1 and we already have plenty of 3 and 4s. Pass, spend the money on Morse or Williams.

Funchess is not the answer to any of the Bill's needs.  We should not be wasting any of the 90 camp roster spots on him.  There is enough tape on Funchess to know what he is.  I'd rather see an UFA WR in camp to see if we can hit on another guy like Foster.  I agree that the money would be better spent on Morse or T. Williams.  I really think that Williams is the kind of receiver that the Bills should be looking for.  He has length and speed to stretch the field.

[Logic]

I'm fine with signing him AS LONG AS he's not counted on as anything more than a WR3 or WR4. As long as the Bills don't view him as "the answer" at the WR position or a #1 guy, I do feel he could be useful to the offense, as it currently features no one else with good size.

[uticaclub]

Beane is gonna make him the highest paid WR on our team. There’s no way he doesn’t come to Buffalo

[YoloinOhio]

2 minutes ago, uticaclub said:

Beane is gonna make him the highest paid WR on our team. There’s no way he doesn’t come to Buffalo

What would that be? 2mill/yr?

[Seoulofstone]

1 hour ago, TheBeaneBandit said:

Me too John. Williams is probably my #1 free agent target to be honest. 

 

  Just be aware that Daryl Williams has only had one good season for the Panthers-2 years ago prior to his injury. Prior to that he was very average. Furthermore during that year, 2017 as an RT DW received a ton of help from tE’s and RB’s. Mike Shula’s Offense ran 12-21 personnel a combined 42% compared to Norb turner’s 28% the subsequent year.

 

in 2017 only Taylor Lewan 45.3% of plays, Jack Conklin 42.1%, RonnieStanley 42.0% received more help than DW 38.8%.

 

coming off an injury too, I’m just saying there’s risk there. 

 

 

 

Edited March 1, 2019 by Seoul_panther

[BuffaloHokie13]

5 minutes ago, YoloinOhio said:

What would that be? 2mill/yr?

1.9 would do it for 2019 

https://www.spotrac.com/nfl/buffalo-bills/positional/wide-receiver/2019/

[YoloinOhio]

2 minutes ago, BuffaloHokie13 said:

1.9 would do it for 2019 

https://www.spotrac.com/nfl/buffalo-bills/positional/wide-receiver/2019/

I was close! Omg 

[BuffaloBillies]

Could be a nice addition to the Bills cereal aisle:

• Kelly Krunch
• Flutie Flakes
• T.O.’s Honey Toasted Oats

• MariOs

• Honey Funchess of Oats

Edited March 1, 2019 by BuffaloBillies

[uticaclub]

11 minutes ago, YoloinOhio said:

What would that be? 2mill/yr?

Doesn't make the statement incorrect

[Wsam4031]

no thanks on Funchess. Dudes been a bust

[LABILLBACKER]

1 hour ago, RyanC883 said:

This is a guy I really liked coming out of college, but has unperformed.  I guess it would depend on what Funches wants.  Would be a good 3-4 WR.  I still really want Tate or Williams in FA.  

I too would prefer we talk to Tyrell Williams first. After that I guess I would consider Funchess over Tate based on age, projection and a reasonable contract.

[msw2112]

Funchess was a beast as a TE his sophomore year at Michigan and looked like he was destined for greatness.  He switched to WR his junior year and his production dropped a bit, but was still drafted in the 2nd round by Carolina.  He then had a couple of middling years as a WR in Carolina, followed by one great year, followed by another middling year.  He has a lot of talent, but I get the impression that he's not the most driven player.  He also could be a bit of a 'tweener - a little too slow to be a great WR, and a little too small to be a great TE (at least the blocking part of the job).  If the Bills can sign him to a reasonable contract to be a complementary player, I am fine with it.  If they need to pay him big money and make him a feature player, I would take a pass.  I don't think he's a bust, as he has been productive every year, but he's also not a star.  He's worthy of a spot on an NFL roster.

Edited March 1, 2019 by msw2112

[CaptnCoke11]

He’s going to get way overpaid.  Hopefully not here

[McBean]

From Carolina?

[947]

Funchess is "just a guy", he doesn't have the ability to separate, and is not particularly good at catching contested balls. I wouldn't be suprised if Duke Williams has a better NFL career than him.

 

That said, I'd rather we spend 1.9M/year on a JAG like Funchess than 10M+/year for another JAG in Tyrell Williams.

[Happy]

He's a younger KB with maybe a better attitude.  Plus he's from Carolina, so he'll probably be a Bill this season.  I'd pass on him.  If we want a vet TE, just get Jesse James rather than convert a lumbering WR.

[billsfan_34]

2 hours ago, BillsFan1988 said:

It took some time but it looks like the Panthers have realized Cam needs separators not big slow high Pointing trees.

 

I hope McBeane doesn't fall for the trap and gets on the new wave of thinking.  Unless Beane was the guy wanting all those field cloggers.

Seems like the NFL is coming back to good defense, pounding the rock, and receivers who can take the top off. Foster can get after it but we need another speedster. We also need a true, bomified number 1 WR which Funchess is not. IMO we have and have had plenty of “Funchess’s”. It is time to play in the sand box with the big boys. 

[HOUSE]

We don't need anyone Funchessing around Buffalo

[Freddie's Dead]

Stone cold lock...GIT 'R' DUN!!

[YoloinOhio]

1 hour ago, msw2112 said:

Funchess was a beast as a TE his sophomore year at Michigan and looked like he was destined for greatness.  He switched to WR his junior year and his production dropped a bit, but was still drafted in the 2nd round by Carolina.  He then had a couple of middling years as a WR in Carolina, followed by one great year, followed by another middling year.  He has a lot of talent, but I get the impression that he's not the most driven player.  He also could be a bit of a 'tweener - a little too slow to be a great WR, and a little too small to be a great TE (at least the blocking part of the job).  If the Bills can sign him to a reasonable contract to be a complementary player, I am fine with it.  If they need to pay him big money and make him a feature player, I would take a pass.  I don't think he's a bust, as he has been productive every year, but he's also not a star.  He's worthy of a spot on an NFL roster.

I remember him being a really difficult matchup for college defenses. He’s not fast enough to be as effective vs nfl defenders. I think he is worthy of a roster spot as well but 2nd rd was probably too high in terms of nfl potential. 

[NewEraBills]

Not interested at WR AT ALL.