umangatan Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 I think the front office and culture (in addition to the fact that we finally have identified a franchise quarterback) that have been built in Buffalo has had a great influence in drawing free agents this year... Case in point Beasley choosing Buffalo over NE and Dallas. What do you think fellow Bills fans. Has the FO successfully changed the way Buffalo as a city and team are viewed around the league and especially in the eyes of free agents? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gordong Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 With some players sure, with media and others not one bit.... screw them anyway. let them think what they want. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAJBobby Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 (edited) This that Buffalo now offers that will draw free agents now and in the future State of the art Facilities Billionaire Owners not afraid to spend Stability at the ownership level Young QB that has good tape Edited March 15, 2019 by MAJBobby 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptnCoke11 Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 23 minutes ago, umang_a_desai said: I think the front office and culture (in addition to the fact that we finally have identified a franchise quarterback) that have been built in Buffalo has had a great influence in drawing free agents this year... Case in point Beasley choosing Buffalo over NE and Dallas. What do you think fellow Bills fans. Has the FO successfully changed the way Buffalo as a city and team are viewed around the league and especially in the eyes of free agents? It’s nice hear players say they chose Buffalo over this or that that team but It’s still about the money. Id imagine Buffalo was offering the most money for each of those guys signed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jletha Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 Winning will change the culture. We still were spurned by AB and the poll came out very recently that had us as the least favorable destination. So while I am happy with the FA class we brought in and I think the whole "Nobody wants to go to Buffalo" is overblown I wouldnt say we have removed the stigma. We are still a 6 win team and our QB, while exciting, is raw and far from a guarantee. But ultimately winning will remove any stench. There isnt much difference between Green Bay, Buffalo, Cleveland Green Bay has never had the same stigma as the other two because theyve been consistent winner. Cleveland was coming off a run of 1-31 a year ago, now theyre a desirable destination. We have to win. If we go 6-10 again and Josh doesnt improve then we will be back to laughing stocks with a bad QB situation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
badassgixxer05 Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 1 minute ago, jletha said: We still were spurned by AB Beane and AB's agent both have came out and said this is not true... ? 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jletha Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 3 minutes ago, badassgixxer05 said: Beane and AB's agent both have came out and said this is not true... ? I am aware. In these types of situations I operate under the concept that there are three sides to every story: My side, their side and then the truth. Nobody really knows what went down between us and AB but Id guess that a part of it was that AB didnt want to come here. And several reports confirm that. Of course Beane and AB wont say that directly though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
badassgixxer05 Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 4 minutes ago, jletha said: I am aware. In these types of situations I operate under the concept that there are three sides to every story: My side, their side and then the truth. Nobody really knows what went down between us and AB but Id guess that a part of it was that AB didnt want to come here. And several reports confirm that. Of course Beane and AB wont say that directly though. OK. I think AB was reaching for a gallon of milk but accidentally grabbed the bleach. Would explain the permanent mustache. Never know the truth for sure even if someone says it. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ethan in Cleveland Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 Money, plain and simple. Beane over pays for FA. He has the cap space to do it now and enough draft capital to fill out the roster. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bangarang Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 Did Beasley really choose us over NE? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mat68 Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 4 minutes ago, Bangarang said: Did Beasley really choose us over NE? Money talks, and the chance to be Edelman in our offense not his understudy in theirs. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IgotBILLStopay Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 Everyone knows about the Bills Mafia. Also, Morse specifically came here because of Josh Allen. So, I'd say Yes. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptnCoke11 Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 14 minutes ago, Bangarang said: Did Beasley really choose us over NE? I’ll go with he chose the most money 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bangarang Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 (edited) 19 minutes ago, Mat68 said: Money talks, and the chance to be Edelman in our offense not his understudy in theirs. I was not aware that NE was an option for Beasley. Edited March 15, 2019 by Bangarang Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanC883 Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 (edited) Yep, Beasley chose Buffalo over NE: https://sportsday.dallasnews.com/dallas-cowboys/cowboys/2019/03/14/cole-beasley-picked-bills-cowboys-patriots-opportunities-felt-like-could Allen was also a draw for Beasley and Brown: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000001022827/article/cole-beasley-watch-the-film-before-bashing-josh-allen Edited March 15, 2019 by RyanC883 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McD Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 This is exactly why Beane was all fired up and pissed from the anonymous claim that Buffalo was a low destination choice for FA's. They've been trying to correct that stigma all during their time here so far. They finally have the $$ to do so and some schmuck makes that garbage claim. And when the $$ is there, who wouldn't want to play for this fanbase? as for AB... he's either crazy greedy or a fool... though he has a stash of cash now, lol. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DBilz2500 Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 Good wings. And lots of snow...if ur into that kinda thing. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BmarvB Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 2 hours ago, umang_a_desai said: I think the front office and culture (in addition to the fact that we finally have identified a franchise quarterback) that have been built in Buffalo has had a great influence in drawing free agents this year... Case in point Beasley choosing Buffalo over NE and Dallas. What do you think fellow Bills fans. Has the FO successfully changed the way Buffalo as a city and team are viewed around the league and especially in the eyes of free agents? Yes. The perception is definitely changing for the better. Now all that's needed is to get back to an make some noise in the playoffs. 1 hour ago, Bangarang said: Did Beasley really choose us over NE? Yes he did ?? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSE Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 (edited) There will always be players that love media attention, the night life, warm weather etc From what I see nothing has changed at all. Social Media can be a cruel place for people that give a ***** Edited March 15, 2019 by HOUSE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoCal Deek Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 I wonder if the new training facilities factor into it in any way. These guys are all young and love that sort of thing. It’s been huge for college level recruiting at schools like Oregon and Oklahoma State. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peace Frog Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 1 hour ago, Bangarang said: Did Beasley really choose us over NE? Playing behind Edelman for less money on a team who's QB might be playing his last season? Yes, he did pick us over them. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed_Formerly_of_Roch Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 2 hours ago, jletha said: Winning will change the culture. We still were spurned by AB and the poll came out very recently that had us as the least favorable destination. So while I am happy with the FA class we brought in and I think the whole "Nobody wants to go to Buffalo" is overblown I wouldnt say we have removed the stigma. We are still a 6 win team and our QB, while exciting, is raw and far from a guarantee. But ultimately winning will remove any stench. There isnt much difference between Green Bay, Buffalo, Cleveland Green Bay has never had the same stigma as the other two because theyve been consistent winner. Cleveland was coming off a run of 1-31 a year ago, now theyre a desirable destination. We have to win. If we go 6-10 again and Josh doesnt improve then we will be back to laughing stocks with a bad QB situation. 2 hours ago, jletha said: I am aware. In these types of situations I operate under the concept that there are three sides to every story: My side, their side and then the truth. Nobody really knows what went down between us and AB but Id guess that a part of it was that AB didnt want to come here. And several reports confirm that. Of course Beane and AB wont say that directly though. And you just assume which side it the truth. Here's another just as likely take infact I'd argue more likely. Buffalo didn't want to re-do his contract or at least not anywhere to the level of money the Raiders gave him. Then could say Beane spurned AB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reed83HOF Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 According to Beane - they all loved the wings at the airport! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apuszczalowski Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 Beasley said he had offers, or atleast interest from Buffalo, New England, and the Cowboys. I dont recall any details of the other offers, but the Cowboys seem to have been already out in his opinion as he had already commented this last year about being frustrated with his role in their offence. With NE, all I had heard was they were interested, but no details on if an offer was made and for what. From what I can tell of him, he was looking for somewhere that he can expand his role and get more touches, something that wasnt going to happen in Dallas, and probably not in NE with Edelman already there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reed83HOF Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 (edited) New Fan Favorite Edited March 15, 2019 by Reed83HOF 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
formerlyofCtown Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 3 hours ago, CaptnCoke11 said: It’s nice hear players say they chose Buffalo over this or that that team but It’s still about the money. Id imagine Buffalo was offering the most money for each of those guys signed. Most money didnt matter to Brown last year. 2 hours ago, jletha said: Winning will change the culture. We still were spurned by AB and the poll came out very recently that had us as the least favorable destination. So while I am happy with the FA class we brought in and I think the whole "Nobody wants to go to Buffalo" is overblown I wouldnt say we have removed the stigma. We are still a 6 win team and our QB, while exciting, is raw and far from a guarantee. But ultimately winning will remove any stench. There isnt much difference between Green Bay, Buffalo, Cleveland Green Bay has never had the same stigma as the other two because theyve been consistent winner. Cleveland was coming off a run of 1-31 a year ago, now theyre a desirable destination. We have to win. If we go 6-10 again and Josh doesnt improve then we will be back to laughing stocks with a bad QB situation. Cole Beasley would like you to watch the tape.? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Over 29 years of fanhood Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 3 hours ago, umang_a_desai said: I think the front office and culture (in addition to the fact that we finally have identified a franchise quarterback) that have been built in Buffalo has had a great influence in drawing free agents this year... Case in point Beasley choosing Buffalo over NE and Dallas. What do you think fellow Bills fans. Has the FO successfully changed the way Buffalo as a city and team are viewed around the league and especially in the eyes of free agents? Yes they have. It’s called NINETY MILLION DOLLARS IN CAP SPACE. presto chango.... 3 minutes ago, formerlyofCtown said: Most money didnt matter to Brown last year. Cole Beasley would like you to watch the tape.? Great response by him. He didn’t hesitate with that answer not for a microsecond. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reed83HOF Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 I suggest this Fairborn article on the athletic: https://theathletic.com/870418/2019/03/15/it-takes-a-village-behind-the-scenes-of-bills-free-agency-with-brandon-beane/ The results showed when the negotiating window opened at noon on Monday, the time when the chaos reaches its peak in free agency. Before that, Beane had already divided the targets among the staff based on who had the best relationship with a particular player’s agent. For one agent, it may be executive Jim Overdorf or Beane himself, but it could be a pro scout who knows someone well from a previous job. Nobody is left out of the mix, and Beane tries to stay off the phone as much as possible so he is free to roam from room to room or handle calls that come in on potential trades. The Bills’ staff is divided up into different offices so that a dozen people aren’t shouting with agents on the phone at once. Schoen and Morgan are in the draft room with Boyd. Overdorf and Kevin Meganck, who are the lead negotiators and salary cap managers, are in their respective offices hammering out contract details. When Beane and the staff set the free agency board, they also put a price line on each player. “That’s so we knew when to bail,” Beane said. “You do have to know when to bail because you don’t want to miss the next guy. It’s a fine line. You’re also trying to have that backup plan. “I think overall, we hit a lot of our targets,” Beane said. “There’s some we didn’t hit. People outbid us or wanted to go there for a fit or a coach. I know this: We didn’t lose out because we’re Buffalo. That’s such a crock.” 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John from Riverside Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 Everyone knows that this is Beane absolute most important offseason....... He is making the most of it 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reed83HOF Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 But there also comes a point when you trust the culture to absorb the occasional exception, Beane explained, depending on the situation and the price tag. “You can’t have a lot of that, but if you have a strong culture you can,” Beane said. “I’m not going to say whether ours is or not. I really like our culture. It’s not perfect, but I think it’s heading in the right direction and much stronger than when we got here. We’re not looking for all choir boys here. We’re looking for team guys, guys that do care about the team. Sometimes guys are going to be a little outspoken. That doesn’t mean they’re not a team guy. Some guys we’re going to bring in here we think are about team, and if we find out they’re not and they’re not our kind of guy, you’ll see them at some point work their way out of here. We’re not going to bat 1.000. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BADOLBILZ Posted March 15, 2019 Share Posted March 15, 2019 9 minutes ago, Over 29 years of fanhood said: Yes they have. It’s called NINETY MILLION DOLLARS IN CAP SPACE. presto chango.... 1. Cap room 2. Some promise at QB Everything else is a distant consideration unless you are a guy like Kevin Johnson who is on his last chance...........one stretch of missed games from the AAF. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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