YoloinOhio Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 46 minutes ago, MAJBobby said: Probably a worse sign for McDermott who left the game with INJ. Right - also, Sirles was a guy who could also play all 3 positions on the OL and he’s gone. So replaces him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nihilarian Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 Probably looking at him for center... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stinky finger Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 1 hour ago, Joe in Winslow said: Beans doing work For beans 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeF Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 (edited) 19 minutes ago, Rocky Landing said: I have an oak tree on my property that's harder to get around than Connor McDermott. I thought McGhin looked pretty good last night. I know he was only playing vs. scrubs, but he looked solid. At least the oak tree kind of moves its branches in the wind.....me watching McDermott play LT last night... Edited August 9, 2019 by JoeF 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirby Jackson Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 21 minutes ago, billsfan89 said: This is probably just a camp body for camp body trade. Not likely to be consequential. I agree but like the move nonetheless. The fringe roster guys on the DL are better than the fringe roster guys on the OL. Bates can also be a PS guy. These are the types of moves that good organizations make. Whether he makes it or not, he has a better chance to help this team than Harold had. The Bills are staying active and not getting complacent. I love that mentality. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSE Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 This does NOT mean a Superbowl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beast Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 Just now, HOUSE said: This does NOT mean a Superbowl It could ensure a 3-1 record in pre-season though. The impact of this trade won’t truly be felt until Wednesday. Don’t ask me why Wednesday. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Element115 Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 15 minutes ago, Nihilarian said: Probably looking at him for center... Yikes, don't like what that could mean for Morse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 7 minutes ago, HOUSE said: This does NOT mean a Superbowl Are you sure??? ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WideNine Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 (edited) 1 hour ago, Rocket94 said: Versatility than we can use. Bring him in! Yep - versatility and more depth at a position that has gone from strong to thin in regards to some of the talent. I am sure they are liking the tackle - guard - center ability. You already have Ford who could move to RT in a pinch and Teller who can fill at either Guard spot, but if both Morse and Bodine go down the situation would likely create a lot of scrambling and shuffling of line combinations; Not that I am convinced Bodine has done enough to show that he is a long term solution at center, or will make anyone forget that Morse is on the sideline. I have been skeptical of some of the personnel moves Beane's staff has made, BUT I will tip my hat to a team that seems to tirelessly work to improve the roster. They are an active bunch, and seem to have a good bead on players around the league that may be on the bubble for depth reasons that are worth giving a shot as a Bill. This is a common sense depth move - it will be interesting to see where Bates gets his practice snaps. Edited August 9, 2019 by WideNine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bangarang Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 I am whelmed 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Over 29 years of fanhood Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 (edited) This transaction shows just how deep the gms are into the roster trying to make it better. Edited August 9, 2019 by Over 29 years of fanhood Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pine Barrens Mafia Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 2 minutes ago, Bangarang said: I am whelmed Is that a thing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhode Island Red Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 I love that Beane does this stuff. Sometimes he mentions players that are “fun to watch “; Beane is fun to watch. Just seems like like we are on a different planet than we’ve been rotting on for the last couple decades... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lurker Posted August 9, 2019 Share Posted August 9, 2019 1 hour ago, Chandler#81 said: https://www.nfl.com/prospects/ryan-bates?id=32194241-5413-9233-f456-c1e0e4b0a731 Norman’s kid?? "College tackle lacking the physical profile to stay at tackle in the NFL but deficient in leverage and power that could make a transition to guard too challenging." LOL. That's a lot of faint praise there... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rochesterfan Posted August 10, 2019 Share Posted August 10, 2019 1 hour ago, Lothar said: Does that put Teller on the wrong side of the bubble again? I think this is more about Bodine and how bad he looked. Need depth at Center and Tackle. 1 hour ago, Rocky Landing said: It's a little weird-- almost like he's practicing. Trade a guy who isn't going to make the 53 for another guy who isn't going to make the 53... Take a position with some depth and get a position with less depth in return. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qwksilver Posted August 10, 2019 Share Posted August 10, 2019 Why didn't we throw in Ducasse as well? That could have freed up more reps to get this kid up to speed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherlock Holmes Posted August 10, 2019 Share Posted August 10, 2019 Buh Bye Bodine... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocket94 Posted August 10, 2019 Share Posted August 10, 2019 15 minutes ago, WideNine said: Yep - versatility and more depth at a position that has gone from strong to thin in regards to some of the talent. I am sure they are liking the tackle - guard - center ability. You already have Ford who could move to RT in a pinch and Teller who can fill at either Guard spot, but if both Morse and Bodine go down the situation would likely create a lot of scrambling and shuffling of line combinations; Not that I am convinced Bodine has done enough to show that he is a long term solution at center, or will make anyone forget that Morse is on the sideline. I have been skeptical of some of the personnel moves Beane's staff has made, BUT I will tip my hat to a team that seems to tirelessly work to improve the roster. They are an active bunch, and seem to have a good bead on players around the league that may be on the bubble for depth reasons that are worth giving a shot as a Bill. This is a common sense depth move - it will be interesting to see where Bates gets his practice snaps. It is kind of nice to see that some of the OL who would have been starters last year are now delegated to secondary roles. That is the kind of depth achieved in such a short time. In the case of Bates, he does provide versatility, either now or as a developmental player. I didn't see the game, but there are obviously glowing reports across the entire line. The more the pre season plays out, I would not be surprised to see McDermott make additional moves if it means putting the best team on the field. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beast Posted August 10, 2019 Share Posted August 10, 2019 I think they see Bates as more than just a camp body. If they wanted a camp body they could have cut Bojorkodork and signed a street free agent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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