uraloony Posted March 19, 2019 Share Posted March 19, 2019 Hi all! First time topic, so please go easy on me. I haven't seen much buzz about free agent Jay Ajayi in the forums. He's 25 years old, average 4.5 YPC career, and has one Pro Bowl under his belt. Why not Shady, Gore (blocking/short yardage) and Ajayi as our starting three? Unless McBeane are planning on drafting a RB prospect in the mid/later rounds? I don't see Ivory as the answer. Thoughts? 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlayoffsPlease Posted March 19, 2019 Share Posted March 19, 2019 He owned the Bills when he played on the Dolphins. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
formerlyofCtown Posted March 19, 2019 Share Posted March 19, 2019 1 minute ago, uraloony said: Hi all! First time topic, so please go easy on me. I haven't seen much buzz about free agent Jay Ajayi in the forums. He's 25 years old, average 4.5 YPC career, and has one Pro Bowl under his belt. Why not Shady, Gore (blocking/short yardage) and Ajayi as our starting three? Unless McBeane are planning on drafting a RB prospect in the mid/later rounds? I don't see Ivory as the answer. Thoughts? He is one of the guys I have wanted since FA started but I dont believe he is the greatest recieving threat and that is why they havnt inquired. Our RBs need to be complete backs. Youll notice the Pats have rarely had that guy that just pounds the rock. They have always had RBs that are multiple in their talents. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted March 19, 2019 Share Posted March 19, 2019 I don’t think he’s old enough for our RB room. The Tony Bennett music might annoy him. But seriously, I see us taking a RB by round 4. Ivory is probably the odd man out, and Gore would be the perfect guy to teach the rookie. 1 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfan_34 Posted March 19, 2019 Share Posted March 19, 2019 Welcome aboard! I wouldnt mind Ajayi either. Its a low risk high reward type deal. I think bringing him in and getting rid of Ivory and Murphy is a smart move. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyWhiteShows Posted March 19, 2019 Share Posted March 19, 2019 I would take Jay in a heartbrat Ajayi > Gore/Ivory 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TOboy Posted March 19, 2019 Share Posted March 19, 2019 I like the player, but I don’t think it’s terribly likely with the Gore signing. Frankly I’m surprised we haven’t released Ivory at this point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mat68 Posted March 19, 2019 Share Posted March 19, 2019 17 minutes ago, Augie said: I don’t think he’s old enough for our RB room. The Tony Bennett music might annoy him. But seriously, I see us taking a RB by round 4. Ivory is probably the odd man out, and Gore would be the perfect guy to teach the rookie. His knees are shot. Why the Dolphins traded him. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alphadawg7 Posted March 19, 2019 Share Posted March 19, 2019 I think we are done with RB's until the draft. McCoy and Gore are going to for sure be part of the plan, at least going into camp. I think they will bring in a young guy in the draft to be fresh legs and potential heir apparent to McCoy. Ivory is the question mark, I feel like if we draft a rookie who shows well in camp then Ivory may be the odd man out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aceman_16 Posted March 19, 2019 Share Posted March 19, 2019 Pass... his name sounds too much like vajayjay 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChevyVanMiller Posted March 19, 2019 Share Posted March 19, 2019 28 minutes ago, uraloony said: Hi all! First time topic, so please go easy on me. I haven't seen much buzz about free agent Jay Ajayi in the forums. He's 25 years old, average 4.5 YPC career, and has one Pro Bowl under his belt. Why not Shady, Gore (blocking/short yardage) and Ajayi as our starting three? Unless McBeane are planning on drafting a RB prospect in the mid/later rounds? I don't see Ivory as the answer. Thoughts? Happy to give you your first thumbs up. Welcome to TSW. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
That's No Moon Posted March 19, 2019 Share Posted March 19, 2019 16 minutes ago, Mat68 said: His knees are shot. Why the Dolphins traded him. Well, his one knee was just put back together. Gore has torn his left ACL twice, in addition to all the other wear and tear. I'm not sure you can say Ajayyi is broken down when you have Gore on the team. That said, it takes awhile to come back from an ACL fully and Ajayyi is probably not ready at this point so unless your plan is to lowball him on a 2 year deal with the plan of putting him on PUP to start the year knowing you may not get anything out of him at all this season I'm not sure it makes much sense right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ComradeKayAdams Posted March 19, 2019 Share Posted March 19, 2019 44 minutes ago, Augie said: I don’t think he’s old enough for our RB room. The Tony Bennett music might annoy him. But seriously, I see us taking a RB by round 4. Ivory is probably the odd man out, and Gore would be the perfect guy to teach the rookie. I knew someone would beat me to a "he's too young" joke.... I'm thinking that the Bills keep 5 RB/FB players on the roster, which is 1 more than the typical NFL roster: 1. the feature RB who is also useful in the passing game (McCoy) 2. the power RB who runs mostly between the tackles (probably Gore who will replace Ivory) 3. the backup RB who is important to special teams (Murphy) 4. the developmental RB who is only on active roster in case of injury (2019 draft pick?) 5. the traditional FB (DiMarco) So as you can see, I don't think there's really a strong need for Ajayi at the moment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
947 Posted March 19, 2019 Share Posted March 19, 2019 Ajayi is coming off a major injury, so he's probably only gonna get a 1 year deal from somebody. The Eagles expected him to take over their backfield, but he never broke free of their 3-headed monster RB committee. I'm not sure he's the same guy who gouged us for 200 yards anymore. If we hadn't already signed a vet, I'd be cool with adding him on a prove it deal, but we'll likely draft a RB in the 3rd/4th who'll be cheaper & at least as good as Ajayi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rc2catch Posted March 19, 2019 Share Posted March 19, 2019 He’d be a good fit. I don’t see it happening though. If they’re gonna add to the team they’ll add speed at running back. Not another bruiser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJB Posted March 19, 2019 Share Posted March 19, 2019 We have Ivory who basically the same player granted Ajayi is younger. Hes a two down banger who does little in the passing game. We are paying Shady to carry the load and Gore too. Your 3rd RB should be cheap not expensive to sit on the bench. Makes no sense. If we didnt have Shady then ya i wouldn't mind him but given our situation giving big money for a depth RB is silly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CommonCents Posted March 19, 2019 Share Posted March 19, 2019 https://www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/miami-dolphins/fl-dolphins-jay-ajayi-0510-20150509-story,amp.html His knee was deteriorating while he was still at Boise St. His shelf life was always going to be limited and it will be up soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Hammersticks Posted March 19, 2019 Share Posted March 19, 2019 I think Bills will release Ivory, keep Shady and Gore, and then draft a RB in the 4th round. I think they’re done in FA with the RB position. JMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
315Mafia Posted March 19, 2019 Share Posted March 19, 2019 5 minutes ago, Johnny Hammersticks said: I think Bills will release Ivory, keep Shady and Gore, and then draft a RB in the 4th round. I think they’re done in FA with the RB position. JMO. i agree, i think they'll draft Mike love in the later rounds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freddie's Dead Posted March 19, 2019 Share Posted March 19, 2019 Franklyn was only good against the Bills. Pass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSE Posted March 20, 2019 Share Posted March 20, 2019 Nice post and Welcome aboard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSE Posted March 20, 2019 Share Posted March 20, 2019 https://www.bleedinggreennation.com/2019/3/20/18274992/jay-ajayi-colts-nfl-free-agency-rumor-2019-eagles-running-back-news-philadelphia-indianapolis-rb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted March 21, 2019 Share Posted March 21, 2019 On 3/18/2019 at 9:15 PM, Augie said: I don’t think he’s old enough for our RB room. The Tony Bennett music might annoy him. But seriously, I see us taking a RB by round 4. Ivory is probably the odd man out, and Gore would be the perfect guy to teach the rookie. ...hell, we could have the only All-AARP backfield........ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billzfan23 Posted March 21, 2019 Share Posted March 21, 2019 (edited) On 3/18/2019 at 9:14 PM, formerlyofCtown said: He is one of the guys I have wanted since FA started but I dont believe he is the greatest recieving threat and that is why they havnt inquired. Our RBs need to be complete backs. Youll notice the Pats have rarely had that guy that just pounds the rock. They have always had RBs that are multiple in their talents. Antowain Smith and LaGarette Blount..and in the case of Cory Dillon - that guy barely cracked 100 receiving yards per season in 3 seasons with the Pats Edited March 21, 2019 by Billzfan23 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transient Posted March 21, 2019 Share Posted March 21, 2019 On 3/18/2019 at 8:35 PM, aceman_16 said: Pass... his name sounds too much like vajayjay So you’re saying you’d pass on vajayjay? ...not that there’s anything wrong with that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
formerlyofCtown Posted March 21, 2019 Share Posted March 21, 2019 (edited) 48 minutes ago, Billzfan23 said: Antowain Smith and LaGarette Blount..and in the case of Cory Dillon - that guy barely cracked 100 receiving yards per season in 3 seasons with the Pats But the threat was there with all but Blount. Dillon was very sure handed. I guess it could be argued Ajayi could be a threat but I remember reading in an article that he is a poor route runner. Edited March 21, 2019 by formerlyofCtown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhoTom Posted March 21, 2019 Share Posted March 21, 2019 On 3/18/2019 at 8:10 PM, PlayoffsPlease said: He owned the Bills when he played on the Dolphins. ... against a Rex Ryan defense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Formerly Allan in MD Posted March 21, 2019 Share Posted March 21, 2019 If he can run anyway like he did his rookie year, I'd grab him. But I think we'll draft a RB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Over 29 years of fanhood Posted March 21, 2019 Share Posted March 21, 2019 He seems like one of these guys that have monster years then break down. See Arian Foster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoachT Posted March 21, 2019 Share Posted March 21, 2019 He's way too young to play RB for the Bills! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jpsredemption Posted March 21, 2019 Share Posted March 21, 2019 He’s too young for the bills backfield 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teef Posted March 21, 2019 Share Posted March 21, 2019 3 minutes ago, Jpsredemption said: He’s too young for the bills backfield you...are...hilarious! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aceman_16 Posted March 21, 2019 Share Posted March 21, 2019 2 hours ago, transient said: So you’re saying you’d pass on vajayjay? ...not that there’s anything wrong with that. It's not that....I just dont think the Bills have a stiff resolve to add another QB into the mix. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YodaMan79 Posted March 21, 2019 Share Posted March 21, 2019 I like his running style. He punishes the defenders that try and bring him down. Also, very tough, he continued to play on that torn ACL. It wasn't until Monday or Tuesday he was diagnosed. I think his talent is worth a flyer at the low cost he's going to come in at. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJS Posted March 21, 2019 Share Posted March 21, 2019 I think he is overrated among fans. He got traded for a reason. His big games were against the Bills, but the rest of his games that year were pretty average. I think he is a dime a dozen RB who got lucky a couple times and gained some attention for those few games he killed it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. WEO Posted March 22, 2019 Share Posted March 22, 2019 11 hours ago, Formerly Allan in MD said: If he can run anyway like he did his rookie year, I'd grab him. But I think we'll draft a RB. 187 yards.... McCoy's good for that, at least, right now. Pass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aceman_16 Posted March 22, 2019 Share Posted March 22, 2019 On 3/18/2019 at 9:10 PM, PlayoffsPlease said: He owned the Bills when he played on the Dolphins. Many RBs have Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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