BuffaloBill Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 6 hours ago, Rc2catch said: I’m not sure one run against the grocery baggers on the colts puts him in rotation in the regular season. It was a great run and an even better story for the NFL and the international program they’re trying to work. I’m rooting for the guy but as stated above he’s perfect to chill on the practice squad for a year and really learn this game Technically you are correct. However, from a pure “fun of the game” perspective the situation was a made for highlight film moment. It’s also a team builder, look at how excited his teammates were. You can’t make that up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrummieWasp Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 5 minutes ago, CuddyDark said: Did he muff it or did he take it like a Rugby handoff? Just like in the NFL, handling mistakes are costly in rugby. You need to secure the ball when you receive it. Spilling it for a knock-on results in a scrum awarded to the opposition. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Frankish Reich Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 13 minutes ago, BrummieWasp said: Just like in the NFL, handling mistakes are costly in rugby. You need to secure the ball when you receive it. Spilling it for a knock-on results in a scrum awarded to the opposition. Welcome, Brummie ... I spent plenty of time in the Midlands back in the day (ex-wife; nuff said) ... some good insights that I missed about Wade. We are talking about him as a threat to our running backs, but the real threat may be to new kick/punt return man Andre Roberts. At any rate, if he keeps it up he'll get his shot since not everyone in front of him will avoid injury. Let's make the Midlands Bills territory! If Birmingham is Detroit, think of Buffalo as Coventry. Or something like that but a lot farther away ... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One Buffalo Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 I just watched the replay close up a few times, I am not sure that I would call that a muff. (skip to around :40 seconds for the replay) There was no juggling or bobbling, he just positioned the ball and off to the races. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaBillsFanSince1973 Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 awesome stuff, hoping they keep this kid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewEra Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 What a fun run that was. That being said, keep his roster spot safe on the PS while he learns how to play the game and hope he learns enough to contribute next season Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfan_34 Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 If he can continue to shine do not be surprised that this kid sticks and Yeldon is shown the door. Disclaimer- I have been an advocate for Yeldon but what I saw last night out of him was less than stellar- that said there is 3 more pre season games left and Wade did his damage against the 3’s. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 I think having him as a returner would be a good idea. Would allow Roberts to concentrate on WR, where he's looked good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheektowaga Chad Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 Definitely need to get him more playing time Gonna be a real interesting decision on the bills hands if he keeps his play up. He might make the team but if not the bills could put him on the practice squad or use the roster exemption. If they use the exemption they cannot promote wade to the roster all season. If they put him on the normal practice squad another team could poach him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
That's No Moon Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 I don't think there is any way he sticks on the 53 right now unless he can start playing special teams at a high level immediately. There are so many small things you need to do well as a rb that don't involve running with the ball, pass blocking being 1st. If he's going to be on the 53 right now you need to find ways to get him on the field to do stuff with as little nuance as possible. Gunner on ST, kick returner, etc. Punt returner is a fun idea but catching punts on a windy day isn't easy if you've never done it particularly with 11 men running at you trying to murder you. Kick returns are a little easier in that you have a little space to get started most of the time. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muppy Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 the TV announcers keptmentioning "look at the Bills sidelines, they're mobbing Christian Wade" I saw this picture and it captures it ? 6 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TigerJ Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 9 hours ago, Doc Brown said: Wade seems like the perfect practice squad player who can spend a year learning how to play the position while Gore and Shady do their farewell tour. He's a good PS prospect. He'd be a perfect PS prospect if he was 23 years old. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chandler#81 Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 Stunning, Jaw dropping acceleration. Welcome to America the NFL, Mate! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 9 minutes ago, muppy said: the TV announcers keptmentioning "look at the Bills sidelines, they're mobbing Christian Wade" I saw this picture and it captures it ? RUDY! RUDY! RUDY! This is awesome. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan4 Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 8 minutes ago, muppy said: the TV announcers keptmentioning "look at the Bills sidelines, they're mobbing Christian Wade" I saw this picture and it captures it ? This was my favorite part of Wade’s TD run. I love seeing all his teammates so genuinely happy for him. And I love what McDermott is building here. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AllenLongBall Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 Just now, BillsFan4 said: This was my favorite part of Wade’s TD run. I love seeing all his teammates so genuinely happy for him. And I love what McDermott is building here. If he was on another team, would his teammates not celebrate with him? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaBillsFanSince1973 Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 3 minutes ago, AllenLongBall said: If he was on another team, would his teammates not celebrate with him? why don't you ask the other team if they would. I mean this is an ignorant post right here. ignorant. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AllenLongBall Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 1 minute ago, DaBillsFanSince1973 said: why don't you ask the other team if they would. I mean this is an ignorant post right here. ignorant. I'm just wondering what McDermott is building vs. other coaches/teams based on this celebration. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocket94 Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 20 minutes ago, Chandler#81 said: Stunning, Jaw dropping acceleration. Welcome to America the NFL, Mate! If Wade continues like this, we may be having a different RB conversation in the near future! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chandler#81 Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 7 minutes ago, AllenLongBall said: I'm just wondering what McDermott is building vs. other coaches/teams based on this celebration. I’m seriously wondering if you’re a good fit here. 1 2 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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