Lurker Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 35 minutes ago, purple haze said: Does this board have a mute function? Nope. But the "ignore user" feature is a Godsend... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cle23 Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 4 catches for 36 yards in 5 games last year. And he got $6 million a year!?!?!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C.Biscuit97 Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 http://www.nfl.com/draft/2015/profiles/tyler-kroft?id=2552586 this write up is certainly interesting. Predict him as a round 5 pick (goes in the 3rd) and compares him to Kelce. 3 minutes ago, cle23 said: 4 catches for 36 yards in 5 games last year. And he got $6 million a year!?!?!? Gotta overpay for the downgrade of lifestyle from Cincy to Buffalo. ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaBillsFanSince1973 Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 (edited) 2019 NFL Free Agency Profile: Tyler Kroft While Kroft hasn’t wowed with his grades, earning a career-high season grade of 64.9 as a rookie, he has been a consistent and flexible option. He plays most of his snaps at inline tight end but can also line up in the slot to catch passes or in the backfield to provide extra blocking in the run-game. He also can contribute on special teams, where he played 531 snaps in his first two seasons, earning a respectable 71.7 grade in 2015. His best season as a receiver came in 2017 filling in for the oft-injured Tyler Eifert, producing 404 yards and seven touchdowns along with a receiving grade of 62.7. If the Bengals choose to move on, the team that acquires Kroft will be getting a solid, multi-dimensional player who can contribute across all phases of the game. Edited March 11, 2019 by DaBillsFanSince1973 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ndirish1978 Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 21 minutes ago, Chuck Wagon said: Come on guys, we need to calm down and trust the guy who signed Russell Bodine and traded for Kelvin Benjamin, after all he made the playoffs, he's just playing the whole league and has a plan. You're so risk averse I feel like you check with royal flush. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magnum Force Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 From his NFLCom 2015 draft profile NFL Comparison Travis Kelce Bottom Line Tall, athletic tight end with the frame to add more muscle and the athleticism to get open in space. Kroft is an aggressive blocker who can help the running game win on the edges, but he also possesses the quickness to get open in space and make a play after the catch. Kroft's size, athleticism and competitiveness as a blocker make him a scheme fit for most offenses and he could be one of the top tight ends to come from this draft class. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orlando Tim Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 I am missing why 6 million a year is setting people on fire- he is supposed to be a good blocker and has had a good offensive year- 6 million is what guys like that get in NFL. I bet Jesse James gets much more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 The deal is worth $18.75 million and could reach a potential $21 million, sources told ESPN. 3 years Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 24 minutes ago, njbuff said: Funny, I heard he can block. But what do I know. He can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richardb1952 Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 Until terms are announced, it's difficult to judge this deal. If there is no or little guaranteed money involved, it might be a great deal, even if it doesn't work out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alphadawg7 Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 9 minutes ago, DaBillsFanSince1973 said: 2019 NFL Free Agency Profile: Tyler Kroft While Kroft hasn’t wowed with his grades, earning a career-high season grade of 64.9 as a rookie, he has been a consistent and flexible option. He plays most of his snaps at inline tight end but can also line up in the slot to catch passes or in the backfield to provide extra blocking in the run-game. He also can contribute on special teams, where he played 531 snaps in his first two seasons, earning a respectable 71.7 grade in 2015. His best season as a receiver came in 2017 filling in for the oft-injured Tyler Eifert, producing 404 yards and seven touchdowns along with a receiving grade of 62.7. If the Bengals choose to move on, the team that acquires Kroft will be getting a solid, multi-dimensional player who can contribute across all phases of the game. SHHHHH...dont spoil the pitty party with logic and reason. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GunnerBill Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 37 minutes ago, C.Biscuit97 said: Couldn’t you same similar things about Kroft? He would have a lot of open field to work with a guy like Green pulling coverages and he has averaged less than 10 ypc, which is kinda terrible. $6/ million for a guy like this, with little upside, seems questionable. Oh I think the price is a bit OTT.... but we have the money and no TEs at all on the roster. They were going to overpay for someone. Rather Kroft than James. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 Just now, GunnerBill said: Oh I think the price is a bit OTT.... but we have the money and no TEs at all on the roster. They were going to overpay for someone. Rather Kroft than James. Both fell into the same category for me, but I thought Kroft was better coming out of college Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 10 minutes ago, ShadyBillsFan said: The deal is worth $18.75 million and could reach a potential $21 million, sources told ESPN. 3 years 3 minutes ago, richardb1952 said: Until terms are announced, it's difficult to judge this deal. If there is no or little guaranteed money involved, it might be a great deal, even if it doesn't work out. I just posted them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GunnerBill Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 1 minute ago, YoloinOhio said: Both fell into the same category for me, but I thought Kroft was better coming out of college And for me. I think Kroft is slightly better. But they are the same bracket as players. Good #2 TEs. And in case people think I am just being homerish my view that Tyler Kroft should be our FA TE target is widely available on these forums. Search my name and Kroft and you will find plenty if threads where I said it. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richardb1952 Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 4 minutes ago, ShadyBillsFan said: I just posted them I must have missed it, (slow typer) How much guaranteed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsCelticsAngelsBama Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 Gotta Love the "Merge Police" ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 1 minute ago, richardb1952 said: I must have missed it, (slow typer) How much guaranteed? Not available yet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick the Greek Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 1 hour ago, GETTOTHE50 said: Don’t look at his last year stats. He had to have been injured.. but looking at at his stats from the year before that are BLAHHHH. 1 hour ago, jletha said: The Bills-Bengals love fest continues. Big contract for an unproven player but its another body at TE. I like him better than James when hes right. We have a love fest with the bUNGLeS? First I’ve heard of this. You are mistaken sir. The love fest is with the Carolina Panthers. And that’s a fact. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punching Bag Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/26152205/barnwell-2019-nfl-free-agency-trade-grades-tracking-every-big-signing-move Tyler Kroft, TE, Buffalo Bills The deal: Three years, $18.8 millionGrade: C The Bills needed a tight end to serve as a weapon for Josh Allen and his generally bereft receiving corps. What they went for was Kroft, who has primarily been a blocking tight end during his pro career. The 6-foot-6, 252-pound Rutgers product did catch 42 passes for 404 yards and six touchdowns during the 2017 season, so there might be some untapped potential here, but nobody is likely to consistently catch a touchdown once every six receptions. Indeed, Kroft has one touchdown across 25 other receptions in his three other pro campaigns. This deal could swing in either direction based on the guarantee. If Buffalo guaranteed Kroft $7 million or so and it's a one-year deal to see what he might do in a larger role, it's a reasonable bet. If the Bills guaranteed Kroft $14 million and plan on standing pat at the position with him alongside Jason Croom, they're not doing Allen any favors. 12 minutes ago, MOVALLEYRANDY said: Gotta Love the "Merge Police" ? Yes you do otherwise everyone would just post their own LAMP threads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C.Biscuit97 Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 21 minutes ago, GunnerBill said: Oh I think the price is a bit OTT.... but we have the money and no TEs at all on the roster. They were going to overpay for someone. Rather Kroft than James. Respcoyour opinion though I think James is a better player with more upside. Either way, I hope they draft a guy. I’m sick of having the worst TEs. It’s such a valuable position that we constantly neglect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BullBuchanan Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 2 hours ago, oldmanfan said: And here we go. Whine that they haven't signed anyone earlier today, then whine when they do. Some of you should trade your Bills gear in. Well, it's kinda like sending someone to the store to buy an xbox with all the cash they need and find out they bought this with the cash from a guy in the parking lot: ] If you aren't angry, you're easily scammed. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warcodered Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
junior Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 Happy with the signing. I still think we'll draft one high, and then we'll finally be set at the position. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heitz Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 15 minutes ago, Idandria said: You are mistaken sir. The love fest is with the Carolina Panthers. And that’s a fact. Funchess to the Colts - Buddy asleep at the wheel! If you aren't angry, you're easily scammed! ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEpsYtown Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 I like James a bit better, but this guy is faster and probably a bit more athletic. What we are getting here is a big time red zone target and think there is more upside there. I still think we need to add to this position, but this is a good start. I'd still go after a Jeff Heurman, AJ Derby, or Maxx Williams, but Kroft is interesting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bookie Man Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 1 hour ago, JaCrispy said: Sounds like a white Charles Clay... Maybe a younger, taller, better route running, white version of Clay. Upgrade IMO. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEpsYtown Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 5 minutes ago, Warcodered said: Well Ryan Hewitt is also available and doubles as a full back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ngbills Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 Hate it for for this price. I save this signing for a wait and see, then get him for a cheap 1-2 year deal. You miss out on him oh well. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mob16151 Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 1 hour ago, BillsFan1988 said: Kroft much better player when he's healthy. Maxx is a big stiff slow blocking TE can't do much else. Maybe. I hope your right. As per Williams I thinl he just got squeezed out in an extremely crowded Ravens TE room. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
315Mafia Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 2 hours ago, Limeaid said: Ian RapoportVerified account @RapSheet The #Bills have agreed to terms with TE Tyler Kroft on a 3-year deal worth $18.75M ($6.25M per year), source said. It can be worth $21M. CAN'T STAY HEALTHY...NOT worth that kinda $$$ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
formerlyofCtown Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 2 hours ago, sven233 said: Pretty big contract there...... Smaller than Clays from several years ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
formerlyofCtown Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 5 minutes ago, 315Mafia said: CAN'T STAY HEALTHY...NOT worth that kinda $$$ He will be the 13th highest paid TE for now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One Buffalo Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 3 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicken Boo Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 (edited) 2 hours ago, billspro said: There’s the veteran TE. Good chance the starter comes from the draft imo. At $6 mill per, he is the starter. A good, solid right end. I can dig it. Edited March 12, 2019 by Chicken Boo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lurker Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 (edited) 31 minutes ago, 315Mafia said: CAN'T STAY HEALTHY...NOT worth that kinda $$$ He's had one injury--a broken bone. Played in 44 of 46 games before that... Edited March 12, 2019 by Lurker 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Now Moment Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 39 minutes ago, ngbills said: Hate it for for this price. I save this signing for a wait and see, then get him for a cheap 1-2 year deal. You miss out on him oh well. Why don't fans understand that with the cap space jumping up, players will be paid more? Obviously deals are going to be very inflated this year but that will continue to rise if the cap keeps going up. 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White Linen Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 I like this signing. Maybe not in love with the money as we're paying for upside. He's got good hands and can run pretty well. Here's to hoping they scouted him correctly and we found ourselves a good one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CSBill Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 Not sure, never really paid much attention. But we do need TEs, although the money seems high--but maybe that is the going rate this year as a lot of teams seemed to need TEs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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