Beerball Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 Sorry if this has been posted, but in his article about the top centers Lenny P has some words from TD. "You can't play anymore with just some grunt guy at center," acknowledged Buffalo Bills general manager Tom Donahoe. "The defenses, especially with all the 3-4 fronts now, are too complex. Play a team like New England, with all the movement they do, and you better have a center with great recognitions skills or you won't have a chance. All over the league, we're seeing a lot better player, a lot better athlete, at center now." In fact, Donahoe's center, Trey Teague, is a good example of how the position has evolved. The seven-year veteran began his career as a left tackle in Denver, then moved to center when he signed with the Bills in 2002 as an unrestricted free agent. Now three years later, if Buffalo can't acquire a left tackle to replace Jonas Jennings, who defected to San Francisco in free agency, Teague is the top candidate to fill the vacancy. So, does this make center a priority in the draft, or is the next guy already on the roster? Lenny linky Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John from Riverside Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 To me it speaks of what the draft pick will be....but that is just MHO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuckincincy Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 Nice words from a guy who could have selected C Alex Stepanovich of OSU last year. He went to the Cards in rnd 4 and started and did well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bear Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 To me it speaks of what the draft pick will be....but that is just MHO 299728[/snapback] Why though? The article points out the Teague is the type of center TD is talking about. A guy that has the talent and understanding to play tackle, now playing guard. I suppose if Shelton doesn't come in and Teague is moved out of that position, than maybe it would make sense. But, if Shelton does come in, I would expect to see Teague at center next season, and rightfully so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bear Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 Nice words from a guy who could have selected C Alex Stepanovich of OSU last year. He went to the Cards in rnd 4 and started and did well. 299757[/snapback] Well damn...to bad he didn't have your crystal ball. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark VI Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 Predicting what TD will do on Draft day is like predicting which food Rosie O'Donnell won't eat at the buffet. Impossible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 Predicting what TD will do on Draft day is like predicting which food Rosie O'Donnell won't eat at the buffet. Impossible. 299775[/snapback] brussel sprouts- Rosie heads straight for the desert table Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuckincincy Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 Well damn...to bad he didn't have your crystal ball. 299768[/snapback] If he read my TSW posts last year and my TSW mock draft picks before the draft, HE WOULD HAVE. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John from Riverside Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 Why though? The article points out the Teague is the type of center TD is talking about. A guy that has the talent and understanding to play tackle, now playing guard. I suppose if Shelton doesn't come in and Teague is moved out of that position, than maybe it would make sense. But, if Shelton does come in, I would expect to see Teague at center next season, and rightfully so. 299767[/snapback] Keep in mind that Teague is a free agent next year...... We are going to surround Teague with Ben Williams and Chris Villy.....who massive run blocking guys so Teague should actually do quite well this year..... Meaning he is going to cost us next year....all the while the bills are trying to get Nate Clements resigned. I think that first pick in the draft is going to say a lot on which way the bills are going to go.....if they go corner...then Clements days are numbered....if they go center.....Teague is here for one more year...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 Keep in mind that Teague is a free agent next year...... We are going to surround Teague with Ben Williams and Chris Villy.....who massive run blocking guys so Teague should actually do quite well this year..... Meaning he is going to cost us next year....all the while the bills are trying to get Nate Clements resigned. I think that first pick in the draft is going to say a lot on which way the bills are going to go.....if they go corner...then Clements days are numbered....if they go center.....Teague is here for one more year...... 299831[/snapback] Good point. TD always drafts with upcoming free agents in mind. My guess is CB in round 2 and C in round 3. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bear Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 Keep in mind that Teague is a free agent next year...... 299831[/snapback] True, but I don't think Teague is going anywhere. He did a pretty good job last year, but Centers are not like tackles...he will not be overpaid to go somewhere else next sesaon. CB is an area of concern because of FA, but I don't think center will be. JMO though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1billsfan Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 Keep in mind that Teague is a free agent next year...... Meaning he is going to cost us next year.... 299831[/snapback] If that's the case he can leave now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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