YoloinOhio Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 (edited) Edited May 9, 2019 by YoloinOhio 1 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GunnerBill Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 That would all but end Jake Fisher's chance of making the roster. Are there any players left from Smith's first spell? Did he and Jerry cross for one year? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 ...why? They signed Kroft and Fisher, drafted Knox and Sweeney, and already have Croom. And he's just a blocker, which is something Fisher can do. I don't get it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GG Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 Man, I was going to start a Git Er Dun thread when Raiders cut Smith to make room for Martin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 Unless they're trying to/sign him for the vet minimum with no signing bonus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bray Wyatt Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 where is @Blokestradamus? He has gotta be pumped! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kmart128 Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 4 minutes ago, GunnerBill said: That would all but end Jake Fisher's chance of making the roster. Are there any players left from Smith's first spell? Did he and Jerry cross for one year? I'm guessing signing Smith would just give us an insurance policy in case Fisher doesn't pan out at his new position 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GG Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 Just now, Bray Wyatt said: where is @Blokestradamus? He has gotta be pumped! Or @Kelly the Dog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted May 9, 2019 Author Share Posted May 9, 2019 2 minutes ago, Doc said: ...why? They signed Kroft and Fisher, drafted Knox and Sweeney, and already have Croom. And he's just a blocker, which is something Fisher can do. I don't get it. He’s a “vet” TE, something they don’t have. Could be it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laughing Coffin Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 5 minutes ago, Doc said: ...why? They signed Kroft and Fisher, drafted Knox and Sweeney, and already have Croom. And he's just a blocker, which is something Fisher can do. I don't get it. What's the problem with bringing in more competition? Could take the 4th TE spot. Keep the best 4 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiltonWaddams Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 They look to be tying up all the loose ends with a bunch of tight ends 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 1 minute ago, Laughing Coffin said: What's the problem with bringing in more competition? Could take the 4th TE spot. Keep the best 4 If it's for the minimum with no signing bonus, sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ocemur Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 (edited) Beane isn't just building the best 53 or even 90 man roster. He's got to have a list in his pocket of who to call if the injury bug hits. Maybe this is about the roster going into camp, and maybe it's about contingency planning. One thing is for certain, Beane isn't sitting with his feet on the desk, he's kicking over every rock. Edited May 9, 2019 by ocemur 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GG Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 Didn't Lee have more TDs than Clay last year? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gonzo1105 Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 I mean what’s the chances Fisher is successful in his transition. I get the blocking TE thing for him but he was a below average offensive lineman who will still be blocking DEs and he offers probably nothing in the passing game. Smith is still a hell of a blocking TE and at least offers something in the passing game. I fully suspect you’ll see Sweeney on the PS. Kroft is the all around guy, Knox is the pass catcher, Smith the Blocker, and Croom if he makes the roster(I suspect he would) would allow them to use Knox and him in passing situations 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 If there’s a chance he’s an upgrade over any one role guy at the position, you have too take a look. Why not? Competition is a good thing, and so are upgrades. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhickedWilliams Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 7 minutes ago, ocemur said: Beane isn't just building the best 53 or even 90 man roster. He's got to have a list in his pocket of who to call if the injury bug hits. Maybe this is about the roster going into camp, and maybe it's about contingency planning. One thing is for certain, Beane isn't sitting with his feet on the desk, he's kicking over every rock. Think he learned a valuable lesson last year when we became thin at several positions. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted May 9, 2019 Author Share Posted May 9, 2019 8 minutes ago, GG said: Didn't Lee have more TDs than Clay last year? So did you and I combined 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GunnerBill Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 25 minutes ago, Doc said: Unless they're trying to/sign him for the vet minimum with no signing bonus. He is a better blocker than Fisher. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John from Riverside Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 Meh 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punching Bag Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 42 minutes ago, Doc said: ...why? They signed Kroft and Fisher, drafted Knox and Sweeney, and already have Croom. And he's just a blocker, which is something Fisher can do. I don't get it. Competition for camp. 16 minutes ago, GunnerBill said: He is a better blocker than Fisher. Yes he is. Maybe if he does not make 53 man roster they will offer him spot as assistant coach. Lee once mentioned he wanted to get into coaching post football. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victory Formation Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 Are we going to run 6 TE sets? 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly the Dog Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 45 minutes ago, GG said: Or @Kelly the Dog Ugh. Lee "I don't cut" Smith? The Bills apparent interest in Smith, Watson and Fisher spells doom for Croom methinks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo_Stampede Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 They're missing that blocking TE. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msw2112 Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 They also have more OL and more WR on the roster than they need. Some guys are going to get cut in the later stages of training camp. If they sign Smith, that just means that one more of the TEs on the roster will be cut at that time. Perhaps Smith is the guy they cut, or perhaps he beats out one of the other guys (many here think it will be Fisher) and makes the team. What's different this season from recent years is that there will be guys with some level of talent and can play that will be cut. Should make for a much stronger and deeper roster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirby Jackson Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoSaint Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 1 hour ago, Doc said: ...why? They signed Kroft and Fisher, drafted Knox and Sweeney, and already have Croom. And he's just a blocker, which is something Fisher can do. I don't get it. Do we actually know that fisher is an effective perimeter player, or can block well at his new weight? Seems they want to add a solid one between Sweeney, this visit and fisher. Whether they think they have one is up for debate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boca BIlls Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 This team does need 90 people... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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JoeF Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 Was hoping this was the ex-Cubs (and 2019 Baseball Hall of Fame Inductee) reliever giving a motivational speech to the team before the start of Rookie Mini-Camp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gray Beard Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 He was good for one drive killing penalty per game. I forget, was it holding or false starts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daz28 Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 If wants to sweat his nads off at TC hoping for potential injuries, that's fine with me. It will give him a leg up for in-season injuries, too. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted May 9, 2019 Author Share Posted May 9, 2019 6 minutes ago, Gray Beard said: He was good for one drive killing penalty per game. I forget, was it holding or false starts? Matthew Mulligan, who replaced him, was worse Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgrochester55 Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 (edited) This would be a signing for the preseason, and not a bad one. Things are wide open after Kroft and Knox. If the others get injured or do not work out, you know what you have in Smith who can block and be an option in the red zone. Edited May 9, 2019 by dgrochester55 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Over 29 years of fanhood Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 (edited) I remember him. wasnt impressive as I recall. Maybe it’s just a big middle finger to Knox? Edited May 9, 2019 by Over 29 years of fanhood Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Logic Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 Lee Smith is one of the top 3 or 4 blocking tight ends in the NFL. Seriously. I know he became sort of a running joke around here because of his one dimensional play and his complete inability to be a receiving threat, but if you need a blocking tight end, you can do a lot worse than Lee Smith. That said, I'm surprised they're still adding to the position. I know you need a certain number of guys for camp, but sheesh, they already have 5 TEs on the roster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted May 9, 2019 Author Share Posted May 9, 2019 (edited) 2 minutes ago, Logic said: Lee Smith is one of the top 3 or 4 blocking tight ends in the NFL. Seriously. I know he became sort of a running joke around here because of his one dimensional play and his complete inability to be a receiving threat, but if you need a blocking tight end, you can do a lot worse than Lee Smith. That said, I'm surprised they're still adding to the position. I know you need a certain number of guys for camp, but sheesh, they already have 5 TEs on the roster. Well, Fisher is a project... they don’t even know if he can play TE yet. Then the other blocking TE is a 7th rd rookie. I don’t blame them, plus he’s a vet who can help in the film room. TE is one of the tougher positions to learn as a rookie and 2 of the 4 we have are rookies, and 1 has never played TE at this level. Edited May 9, 2019 by YoloinOhio Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
without a drought Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 I hope he's just visiting, last time he overstayed his welcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punching Bag Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 37 minutes ago, Over 29 years of fanhood said: I remember him. wasnt impressive as I recall. Maybe it’s just a big middle finger to Knox? I do not think your middle finger is big enough for him to see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helpmenow Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 Move on from this stiff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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