Ta111 Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 7 minutes ago, Bangarang said: I don’t get the obsession with adding a PS QB. If we are down to our 3rd QB then it doesn’t really matter who’s out there. We gon get our peckers smashed. Just grabs vet off the streets in case of emergency Exactly my feelings. Any team in this league that’s on their 3rd team QB is toast anyway. Best just to get an Anderson type just to finish out the season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chandler#81 Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 8 minutes ago, Bangarang said: I don’t get the obsession with adding a PS QB. If we are down to our 3rd QB then it doesn’t really matter who’s out there. We gon get our peckers smashed. Just grabs vet off the streets in case of emergency This is mostly true -well, maybe not specifically peckers.., BUT, just last season, there was a QB who hadn’t played in years, signed on Monday, started on Sunday and delivered a very competent upset victory.. some So. Cal kid from years back.. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSE Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 (edited) Special teams ace LB Jared Norris 26yr old (who was waived by CAROLINA) would be an obvious signing by the Bills now that Deon Lacey is gone 1 Edited September 1, 2019 by HOUSE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klos63 Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 3 hours ago, fansince88 said: Looking over this list I see a punter upgrade but feel confident in the remainder of the team. Feels good. I wonder if this is what it is like to be a Pat's fan? I'll bet it's a lot better being a Pat's fan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GunnerBill Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 16 minutes ago, Ta111 said: Exactly my feelings. Any team in this league that’s on their 3rd team QB is toast anyway. Best just to get an Anderson type just to finish out the season. While that is true aren't you better with a 3rd guy who at least knows the playbook? 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klos63 Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 26 minutes ago, Bangarang said: I don’t get the obsession with adding a PS QB. If we are down to our 3rd QB then it doesn’t really matter who’s out there. We gon get our peckers smashed. Just grabs vet off the streets in case of emergency Is it really an obsession? Teams generally have players from many positions on the PS. It kinda makes sense. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie Mueller Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 If I understand the rules properly, wouldn't the Bills be able to sign Colquitt right now... without waiting for the noon waiver period deadline? I think that he's got something like 10 years in the league. It's the same reason that KC was able to sign McCoy yesterday. Maybe they're trying for one of the younger options. I read that Colquitt had a surgical procedure on his knee and subsequently missed Cleveland's mini camp last spring. Based on his track record, I've got to believe that he'd be the guy they wanted if he was 100% healthy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bleeding Bills Blue Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 26 minutes ago, Ta111 said: Exactly my feelings. Any team in this league that’s on their 3rd team QB is toast anyway. Best just to get an Anderson type just to finish out the season. Most teams carry a 3rd to run scout team with PS receivers. Try and replicate what ur seeing on film 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art in PNS Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 1 hour ago, nucci said: Could we? How many teams do this anymore? Usually draft your QB in 1st round and go from there.... With only 2 QB's on the roster need an emergency QB on the PS to call up in case of Injuries and this kid has looked good for 2 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSE Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 This is the day I have been dreaming about for years Serious concerns over the Punting game.... 1 2 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 48 minutes ago, CaptnCoke11 said: What time will we find out if they claimed anyone? Look up Teams can make alterations to their rosters as early as Sunday, with the waiver wire being a popular source of roster moves for teams across the league. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie Mueller Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 6 minutes ago, GunnerBill said: While that is true aren't you better with a 3rd guy who at least knows the playbook? Sure... but I think that everyone is missing the point. You don't put a quarterback on the practice roster with a plan to have him play for you this year. If injuries happen and you needed another QB on the active roster, you'd probably still sign someone from the street (like we did last year with both Barkley and Anderson). If you like a young prospect well enough, it just gives you the opportunity to work with the guy for the next 12 months... get him ready for training camp next year. Mind you... to go to all that trouble, you'd have to really see something special in that young quarterback... like Gruden sees in Peterman. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GunnerBill Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 2 minutes ago, Jamie Mueller said: Sure... but I think that everyone is missing the point. You don't put a quarterback on the practice roster with a plan to have him play for you this year. If injuries happen and you needed another QB on the active roster, you'd probably still sign someone from the street (like we did last year with both Barkley and Anderson). If you like a young prospect well enough, it just gives you the opportunity to work with the guy for the next 12 months... get him ready for training camp next year. Mind you... to go to all that trouble, you'd have to really see something special in that young quarterback... like Gruden sees in Peterman. I am not missing the point. I just think why would you say "oh well we can have any old guy on the Practice Squad" when you could say "who are the best PS eligible guys out there?" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeF Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 54 minutes ago, HappyDays said: 5 years after the fact we ended up with the best QB from that draft. At least the smartest...got out of the game first Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColoradoBills Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 16 minutes ago, Jamie Mueller said: If I understand the rules properly, wouldn't the Bills be able to sign Colquitt right now... without waiting for the noon waiver period deadline? I think that he's got something like 10 years in the league. It's the same reason that KC was able to sign McCoy yesterday. Maybe they're trying for one of the younger options. I read that Colquitt had a surgical procedure on his knee and subsequently missed Cleveland's mini camp last spring. Based on his track record, I've got to believe that he'd be the guy they wanted if he was 100% healthy. Yes. The Bills may have a bid in on a waived punter that they would have to sign, so we just got to wait and see. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed_Formerly_of_Roch Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 (edited) 14 minutes ago, Jamie Mueller said: Sure... but I think that everyone is missing the point. You don't put a quarterback on the practice roster with a plan to have him play for you this year. If injuries happen and you needed another QB on the active roster, you'd probably still sign someone from the street (like we did last year with both Barkley and Anderson). If you like a young prospect well enough, it just gives you the opportunity to work with the guy for the next 12 months... get him ready for training camp next year. Mind you... to go to all that trouble, you'd have to really see something special in that young quarterback... like Gruden sees in Peterman. Agree! The only way a guy like Jackson (or whatever QB may be on the PS) would play on Sunday is if on a road game Allen fell down the stairs getting off the plane and landed on Barkley and they are now both out 24 hours before the game. Or even if one were hurt, he'd get promoted to active 53 and be the backup for Sunday, but on Monday, they'd be looking to sign a new experienced guy and would then cut Jackson (or other) and maybe hope they can re-sign him to PS again. On another note, I don't believe and undrafted rookies made the roster this season correct? Edited September 1, 2019 by Ed_Formerly_of_Roch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bangarang Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 27 minutes ago, klos63 said: Is it really an obsession? Teams generally have players from many positions on the PS. It kinda makes sense. The only QB that matters is Allen. If he doesn’t work out then we’ll be starting over. Having a QB on the PS is pointless to me. We pulled Barkley off the streets last year and he played well with little preparation. If I’m down to my 3rd QB to start a game then I’d rather go with a vet who just signed a week ago. 31 minutes ago, GunnerBill said: While that is true aren't you better with a 3rd guy who at least knows the playbook? I don’t think it matters. The game plan is likely going to be real limited regardless of having a developmental QB from the practice squad or a vet signed a week ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyDays Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 14 minutes ago, JoeF said: At least the smartest...got out of the game first No I was talking about Matt Barkley 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cripple Creek Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 33 minutes ago, klos63 said: Is it really an obsession? Teams generally have players from many positions on the PS. It kinda makes sense. Well, there are 10 slots. Teams typically carry a couple linemen from each side and a WR or two. That leaves 4 openings, so not many positions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kwai San Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 23 minutes ago, Jamie Mueller said: Sure... but I think that everyone is missing the point. You don't put a quarterback on the practice roster with a plan to have him play for you this year. If injuries happen and you needed another QB on the active roster, you'd probably still sign someone from the street (like we did last year with both Barkley and Anderson). If you like a young prospect well enough, it just gives you the opportunity to work with the guy for the next 12 months... get him ready for training camp next year. Mind you... to go to all that trouble, you'd have to really see something special in that young quarterback... like Gruden sees in Peterman. My GAWD....Peterpick STILL has a job??? Amazeballs!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColoradoBills Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 1 minute ago, Lurker said: Most of the quality punters that were waived are vested veterans, who became free agents immediately. They each have a choice in where they go and are likely negotiating with multiple teams, hence the wait (unlike Shady that knew right away where he wanted to play)... Definitely. Like I said they "may" have a bid in. As for the FA guys, the good thing is Buffalo is becoming a pretty good gig so we'll see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EasternOHBillsFan Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 When in doubt, sign a Colquitt as your punter.... hell, he was a Pro Bowl alternate and won a Super Bowl. It's a perfect fit until we can find someone down the road. Let's grab him, Buffalo!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewEra Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 1 hour ago, Bangarang said: I don’t get the obsession with adding a PS QB. If we are down to our 3rd QB then it doesn’t really matter who’s out there. We gon get our peckers smashed. Just grabs vet off the streets in case of emergency Yeah, that worked wonders for us last season. We have a very good defense and play a weak schedule (as it seems). We can win games with bum QBs.....if they know the offense. If allen and Barkley only miss a 1-3 games I don’t think our season is over. If a PS an can get a win it can be the difference in making the playoffs or not. meanwhile.....do we need 2 WRs on the PS? Do we need a 7th interior lineman? A 5th tight end? There’s more than enough PS slots where we can afford to use one on the most important position. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Jokeman Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 18 minutes ago, ColoradoBills said: Yes. The Bills may have a bid in on a waived punter that they would have to sign, so we just got to wait and see. Only if said punter has less than four years in the league, if they have more they're a free agent and can sign with anyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewEra Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 59 minutes ago, Ta111 said: Exactly my feelings. Any team in this league that’s on their 3rd team QB is toast anyway. Best just to get an Anderson type just to finish out the season. You act as if every QB injury is season ending. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie Mueller Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 17 minutes ago, Ed_Formerly_of_Roch said: Agree! The only way a guy like Jackson (or whatever QB may be on the PS) would play on Sunday is if on a road game Allen fell down the stairs getting off the plane and landed on Barkley and they are now both out 24 hours before the game. Or even if one were hurt, he'd get promoted to active 53 and be the backup for Sunday, but on Monday, they'd be looking to sign a new experienced guy and would then cut Jackson (or other) and maybe hope they can re-sign him to PS again. On another note, I don't believe and undrafted rookies made the roster this season correct? Bates? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cripple Creek Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 4 minutes ago, NewEra said: You act as if every QB injury is season ending. You act as if a PS guy is more likely to win you a game than somebody off the street. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reed83HOF Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 41 minutes ago, ShadyBillsFan said: Time for a new name... 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeF Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 22 minutes ago, HappyDays said: No I was talking about Matt Barkley Ahhh, that one slipped by me...great observation HD! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 3 hours ago, Rico said: So Geno Smith ended up in the league longer than EJ, go figure. ...well Nix did have Geno as his #1 target until they flew down for work out and interview....consensus on plane ride home was, "um....no thanks".......so EJ is baking cookies, Genome is STILL "slinging the rock" and Buddy blew it (COUGH)...... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 29 minutes ago, Kwai San said: My GAWD....Peterpick STILL has a job??? Amazeballs!!! I know, right? That guy must be QB Room Catnip for coaches. He's got something on the whiteboard they simply just can't resist. 22 minutes ago, Cripple Creek said: You act as if a PS guy is more likely to win you a game than somebody off the street. Depends upon the PS guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klos63 Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 33 minutes ago, Cripple Creek said: Well, there are 10 slots. Teams typically carry a couple linemen from each side and a WR or two. That leaves 4 openings, so not many positions. I guess if you consider all lineman on each side of the ball to be the same position, which would be wrong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 4 hours ago, GunnerBill said: Boettger will be. Say more, please Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewEra Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 22 minutes ago, Cripple Creek said: You act as if a PS guy is more likely to win you a game than somebody off the street. I think there’s a better chance of a PS squad QB helping us win a game over a 7th interior lineman. 100% Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apuszczalowski Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 27 minutes ago, NewEra said: Yeah, that worked wonders for us last season. We have a very good defense and play a weak schedule (as it seems). We can win games with bum QBs.....if they know the offense. If allen and Barkley only miss a 1-3 games I don’t think our season is over. If a PS an can get a win it can be the difference in making the playoffs or not. meanwhile.....do we need 2 WRs on the PS? Do we need a 7th interior lineman? A 5th tight end? There’s more than enough PS slots where we can afford to use one on the most important position. It won't matter that the QB knows the playbook if they aren't good enough to execute it. And if they are good enough to execute the playbook, they would be on your active roster as a #2 or 3 QB. Your better off dumbing down the offence and starting a veteran off the street then a PS guy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 Braxton Miller is interesting. I thought he was such a good athlete, that he would transition great to WR and the return game Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klos63 Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 37 minutes ago, Cripple Creek said: Well, there are 10 slots. Teams typically carry a couple linemen from each side and a WR or two. That leaves 4 openings, so not many positions. In 2018, of our first 8 PS signings, 7 different positions. T Gerhard de Beer RB Keith Ford DE Mike Love S Dean Marlowe WR Cam Phillips LB Corey Thompson CB Levi Wallace T De’Ondre Wesley 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cripple Creek Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 3 minutes ago, Hapless Bills Fan said: I know, right? That guy must be QB Room Catnip for coaches. He's got something on the whiteboard they simply just can't resist. Depends upon the PS guy Got a list? Seriously though...if you stash a QB on the PS it's because you feel he has potential, but isn't ready yet, right? If you carry a 3rd (fewer and fewer do) I get that, but, not the PS guy. 1 minute ago, klos63 said: In 2018, of our first 8 PS signings, 7 different positions. T Gerhard de Beer RB Keith Ford DE Mike Love S Dean Marlowe WR Cam Phillips LB Corey Thompson CB Levi Wallace T De’Ondre Wesley Why do you suppose those players were selected? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klos63 Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 2 minutes ago, apuszczalowski said: It won't matter that the QB knows the playbook if they aren't good enough to execute it. And if they are good enough to execute the playbook, they would be on your active roster as a #2 or 3 QB. Your better off dumbing down the offence and starting a veteran off the street then a PS guy. I think the idea of PS QB is for down the line development, not to come in during the season and help. So if a roster QB goes down, a free agent signing is more likely. I mean, look at the talent available, Brandon Weeden, Osweiller, Matt Cassel.... 2 minutes ago, Cripple Creek said: Got a list? Seriously though...if you stash a QB on the PS it's because you feel he has potential, but isn't ready yet, right? If you carry a 3rd (fewer and fewer do) I get that, but, not the PS guy. Why do you suppose those players were selected? Not the point of our discussion, you said very few positions available, I disagree. Just showing why I disagree. No big deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big C Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 So many teams looking for backup QBs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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