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4) Ed Oliver looking the part
- During last week's open practice, first-round pick and defensive tackle Ed Oliver wore a non-contact jersey to signal that he's a limited participant, and restricting him from team drills. Oliver returned as a full participant in this practice and showed off that rare movement ability that he has for the defensive tackle position. It started with positional drills, when Oliver was on his knees and hitting the sled for the drill. He extended his arms and snapped the sled up in the air, all the while with his body having the flexibility and quickness to bring his chest down to the ground and then back up with effortless fluidity for the next rep. In team drills, his speed to get through the gaps of the patchwork interior line stood out just as it did in the first week of OTAs. He even made the entire offense run a penalty lap -- coaches included -- because he quickly took advantage of Wyatt Teller's flinch to bring on a false start penalty. That drew the ire of Brian Daboll mid-lap, and it was clear the offensive coordinator wasn't happy. However, if these spring workouts are any indication, it will be a treat to watch him during one-on-ones this summer at training camp. And as he continues to impress, it feels like only a matter of time until he moves ahead of Jordan Phillips on the depth chart.

https://www.wkbw.com/sports/bills/joe-b-7-observations-from-2019-buffalo-bills-minicamp-day-one

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2 hours ago, Patrick_Duffy said:

I can definitely see him making opposing teams OL get flagged for false start quite often with how quick he is. Looking forward to seeing him in preseason.

 

I’m flinching just thinking of lining up across from him! 

 

 

 

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6 minutes ago, Wagon Circler said:

The man hits the sled well. Good. Let's not measure him for a gold jacket just yet.

Slow down the hype train.

Why do people like this make up "Hype trains" 

He looked good in practice not one person here has done what you are crying about.

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23 minutes ago, Wagon Circler said:

The man hits the sled well. Good. Let's not measure him for a gold jacket just yet.

Slow down the hype train.

I think the fact that the first three reactions to your post were sadness, confusion, and skepticism should suggest you reevaluate your outlook.

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Lot of injuries at WR...

 

"During team drills, here was the rotation as I tracked it:

1: John Brown, Andre Roberts, Isaiah McKenzie (slot), Victor Bolden, Jr. (first-sub), Duke Williams (first-sub), Ray-Ray McCloud (slot, first-sub)

2: Victor Bolden, Jr., Duke Williams, Ray-Ray McCloud (slot), Da'Mari Scott (first-sub), Cam Phillips (first-sub), Isaiah McKenzie (slot, first-sub), David Sills V (subbed in when no third-team reps given), Nick Easley (slot, subbed in when no third-team reps given)

3: David Sills V, Cam Phillips, Nick Easley (slot), Isaiah McKenzie (subbed in as boundary receiver)"

 

but only a 3rd-stringer. :(

 

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1 hour ago, Boca BIlls said:

Why do people like this make up "Hype trains" 

He looked good in practice not one person here has done what you are crying about.

 

Sadly, the dog in that avatar probably has more football smarts...

 

 

56 minutes ago, Rico said:

 

3: David Sills V, Cam Phillips, Nick Easley (slot), Isaiah McKenzie (subbed in as boundary receiver)"

 

but only a 3rd-stringer. :(

 

 

Not a big deal.   After all, Oliver is still second string (for maybe one more weak, anyway)....

 

 

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1 hour ago, Rico said:

Lot of injuries at WR...

 

"During team drills, here was the rotation as I tracked it:

1: John Brown, Andre Roberts, Isaiah McKenzie (slot), Victor Bolden, Jr. (first-sub), Duke Williams (first-sub), Ray-Ray McCloud (slot, first-sub)

2: Victor Bolden, Jr., Duke Williams, Ray-Ray McCloud (slot), Da'Mari Scott (first-sub), Cam Phillips (first-sub), Isaiah McKenzie (slot, first-sub), David Sills V (subbed in when no third-team reps given), Nick Easley (slot, subbed in when no third-team reps given)

3: David Sills V, Cam Phillips, Nick Easley (slot), Isaiah McKenzie (subbed in as boundary receiver)"

 

but only a 3rd-stringer. :(

 

Glad to see they're giving McKenzie so many reps. D. Williams, too. Can't wait for the pads to come on, though.

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4 hours ago, Augie said:

 

I’m flinching just thinking of lining up across from him! 

 

 

 

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I can see him having an immediate impact sorta like Tre White , where we see very early on that this kid can play at a high level. Him and Hughes could be the quickest DE/DT combination in the game

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2 minutes ago, JerseyBills said:

I can see him having an immediate impact sorta like Tre White , where we see very early on that this kid can play at a high level. Him and Hughes could be the quickest DE/DT combination in the game

They could require help on that side. NOW, if someone can step up on the other side, we could have something dangerous! 

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16 minutes ago, Augie said:

They could require help on that side. NOW, if someone can step up on the other side, we could have something dangerous! 

Absolutely. I love Lorax part time , if Murphy/Shaq step up we could have a deep dangerous DL

I also feel Harry Phillips is going to be a very good player , that DL has so much potential!

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3 minutes ago, Jeetz1231 said:

Like.....Clowney?

 

Ahhhh, the contract and post contract effort as well as health concern me. But I know others feel differently. I’ll trust the FO there. 

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There is a lot to look forward to on this D-line.

 

Hughes facing fewer double teams.

Oliver will have an adjustment period but we haven't had a DT that can get in the paint since KW was in his prime.

Shaq is playing for the big second contract.

All signs are looking up for Murphy.

 

Add in the situational pressure from Lorax and this is a team that could really make opposing QBs uncomfortable.

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13 hours ago, YoloinOhio said:

because he quickly took advantage of Wyatt Teller's flinch to bring on a false start penalty.

 

Hopefully taking advantage of "the sled" and Teller will translate to taking advantage of everyone else come fall.  

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46 minutes ago, Romie said:

I can't believe he makes the OC run laps.  Do other teams do this? Seems a little degrading. 

 

If Oliver's this immense talent it also seems quite unfair.  Imagine of the Bills' OL from the '90s had to run laps because Bruce got the best of 'em.  

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3 minutes ago, Ronin said:

 

If Oliver's this immense talent it also seems quite unfair.  Imagine of the Bills' OL from the '90s had to run laps because Bruce got the best of 'em.  

Honestly though... Get beat 1 on 1. Don't cause a penalty.

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