BillsMafi$ Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 I know it’s two games but he would be 2nd in the NFL In punting averaged based off his first two games in the XFL. I know there was talk last year that the bills were interested in from Adam Shefter but those reports were later denied. I’m sure he’s going to be a hot commodity this fall but he’s a lot better than the two options we have now. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAJBobby Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 (edited) 7 minutes ago, BillsMafi$ said: I know it’s two games but he would be 2nd in the NFL In punting averaged based off his first two games in the XFL. I know there was talk last year that the bills were interested in from Adam Shefter but those reports were later denied. I’m sure he’s going to be a hot commodity this fall but he’s a lot better than the two options we have now. Marquette Kong’s punting abilities in the NFL were never in question or denied. It was his Attitude that was the problem. http://www.nfl.com/player/marquetteking/2534819/careerstats You don’t want a Diva Headache for a Punter after all. https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2767799-raiders-rumors-jon-gruden-cut-marquette-king-for-personality-issues https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/broncos/2018/09/13/marquette-king-jon-gruden-raiders-broncos/1289932002/ Hopefully being out of the league has humbled him. He will be back in the league quickly as long as that happened. Edited February 18, 2020 by MAJBobby 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
formerlyofCtown Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 17 minutes ago, BillsMafi$ said: I know it’s two games but he would be 2nd in the NFL In punting averaged based off his first two games in the XFL. I know there was talk last year that the bills were interested in from Adam Shefter but those reports were later denied. I’m sure he’s going to be a hot commodity this fall but he’s a lot better than the two options we have now. Our guy finished strong. No thank you. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penfield45 Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 1 hour ago, MAJBobby said: Marquette Kong’s punting abilities in the NFL were never in question or denied. It was his Attitude that was the problem. http://www.nfl.com/player/marquetteking/2534819/careerstats You don’t want a Diva Headache for a Punter after all. https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2767799-raiders-rumors-jon-gruden-cut-marquette-king-for-personality-issues https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/broncos/2018/09/13/marquette-king-jon-gruden-raiders-broncos/1289932002/ Hopefully being out of the league has humbled him. He will be back in the league quickly as long as that happened. I'd take a chance on a diva punter over a guy who can't punt over 30 yards anytime. thanks. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BruceVilanch Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 1 hour ago, formerlyofCtown said: Our guy finished strong. No thank you. Did he? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thurman#1 Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 3 hours ago, Penfield45 said: I'd take a chance on a diva punter over a guy who can't punt over 30 yards anytime. thanks. Fair enough. When you get your own team that preference should come into play at some point. Including the thought that those would be the only two options. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GunnerBill Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 I can't remember any other punter who fans obsess over quite as much. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeGOATski Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 1 hour ago, GunnerBill said: I can't remember any other punter who fans obsess over quite as much. He'd be the next Brian Moorman 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CSBill Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 Our punter is good for those inside the 20 kicks because he is very consistent at punting 30-35 yards, and nothing more. I would definitely give King a look. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
machine gun kelly Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 Guys, I was skeptical after that Pats debacle, but he made up for it the rest of the year. Why so many people state 30 yds avg. is not accurate. Yr. Long. Avg. Inside the 20 2018. 67 yds. 41.9 yds. 34 2019. 60 yds. 45.1 yds. 22 Career. 67 yds. 43.1 yds. 56 Those are decent numbers. Taking on a problem is not worth it. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orlando Tim Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 There are few positions that you bring in a diva player for punter is not it. Bojo was average or better for the second half of the year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PromoTheRobot Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 8 hours ago, Penfield45 said: I'd take a chance on a diva punter over a guy who can't punt over 30 yards anytime. thanks. Cory Bojorquez had a decent year, actually. You just remember the couple of boners all punters have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White Linen Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 Corey Bojorquez stinks and at some really bad times too. Yes he got better but dang he punted enough - he should. I think over the years - similar to a Sabres goalie discussion I had with a friend - we've had pretty darn good kicking for most of my viewing life (I'm 45). I know what good kicking looks like and that's not it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Joshin' Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 11 hours ago, Penfield45 said: I'd take a chance on a diva punter over a guy who can't punt over 30 yards anytime. thanks. Have you checked the actual stats or making things up? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirby Jackson Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 I believe that the Bills are a title contender this year. They aren’t the favorite but they one of the 10 teams(ish) that can actually win it all if things go right. This is the time that you take some chances. King may be an idiot but he’s elite. You hope that he was humbled being out of the league but you DO NOT pass on superior talent at this point. That’s what you need to get over the top. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T master Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 No thanks i think he could be voted to the All Jack Ass team along with AB & Leveon ! He is not a player that i see McD even considering after he reads anything about his time on those teams . A punter that gets a 15 yd penalty i never heard of such a thing . Being hyped to do your job is one thing being stupid & causing your team to lose field position because of it is another, besides he has more than likely signed a contract with the XFL & has to honor it to the end of it . 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EasternOHBillsFan Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 The guy is a team chemistry HEADACHE!!! Let him go to the Browns and add to their disaster... not here. 31 minutes ago, Kirby Jackson said: I believe that the Bills are a title contender this year. They aren’t the favorite but they one of the 10 teams(ish) that can actually win it all if things go right. This is the time that you take some chances. King may be an idiot but he’s elite. You hope that he was humbled being out of the league but you DO NOT pass on superior talent at this point. That’s what you need to get over the top. Adding +2 YPP to the Bills isn't worth the risk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5 Wide Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 I always wondered why you just don't use a 7th round pick on the best punter in college. Hes going to be on the field more than the guy you are likely going to send to the practice squad. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirby Jackson Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 1 hour ago, EasternOHBillsFan said: The guy is a team chemistry HEADACHE!!! Let him go to the Browns and add to their disaster... not here. Adding +2 YPP to the Bills isn't worth the risk. What risk? Bojorquez was 33rd (keep in mind 4 of these guys didn’t have a lot of punts) in average yards: https://www.foxsports.com/nfl/stats?season=2019&week=100&category=PUNTING Marquette King’s career average in 46.7 yards. If the Bills are going to play tight games field position and turnovers are important. King is clearly the best available punter. This is the time to start pushing your chips in. If you are worried about a punter damaging your locker room, your locker room has problems. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Jauronimo Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 1 hour ago, EasternOHBillsFan said: The guy is a team chemistry HEADACHE!!! Let him go to the Browns and add to their disaster... not here. Adding +2 YPP to the Bills isn't worth the risk. He was a disaster in the punting room. Single-handedly tore that unit apart! Seriously, how much damage can a punter do? Two 15-yarders back in 2017? What am I missing? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreggTX Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 (edited) You don't want a great punter because you don't like his attitude? Seriously? It's not like he's Charles Manson's evil twin or anything. Give him a week or 2 in this environment and he'll be fine. Edited February 18, 2020 by GreggTX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFanMike Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 No thanks. He is headache for every team he has played for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulus Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 I was thinking about making this thread. That said, I'm sure the folks at OBD have considered bringing him in. He is simply too talented not to give another chance to. How have his antics in the XFL been? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malazan Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 It's generally a good idea to stop doing what brought you success. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C.Biscuit97 Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 1 hour ago, Jauronimo said: He was a disaster in the punting room. Single-handedly tore that unit apart! Seriously, how much damage can a punter do? Two 15-yarders back in 2017? What am I missing? Back in my day, punters had a flattop, kept their head down, and only spoke when talked to. I like my punters like my women - bland and unexciting. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bleeding Bills Blue Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 7 hours ago, machine gun kelly said: Guys, I was skeptical after that Pats debacle, but he made up for it the rest of the year. Why so many people state 30 yds avg. is not accurate. Yr. Long. Avg. Inside the 20 2018. 67 yds. 41.9 yds. 34 2019. 60 yds. 45.1 yds. 22 Career. 67 yds. 43.1 yds. 56 Those are decent numbers. Taking on a problem is not worth it. Ehhhhh 7 touchbacks lead the league. and he had the 2nd worst net punting average in the NFL. He was better than the mid-season replacements in 2018 - but i'd bring someone in to compete either a rookie or something. Considering how often we punt id even consider drafting someone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LABILLBACKER Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 16 hours ago, formerlyofCtown said: Our guy finished strong. No thank you. If finishing 31st in net punts is "finishing strong" then you've set the bar real low. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimS Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 18 minutes ago, C.Biscuit97 said: Back in my day, punters had a flattop, kept their head down, and only spoke when talked to. I like my punters like my women - bland and unexciting. "Now, Johnny Unitas...there's a haircut you could set your watch to..." 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BmarvB Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 If he's calmed down and can punt in the snow, bring him in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo Junction Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 I would love to see Bills fans after our punter gets a 15 yard taunting penalty in a close game. ?. Particularly if we lose. If folks thought penile lawn art was over the line just wait 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSE Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 We can't be gumming up the roster with punters Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan4 Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 https://medium.com/the-hit-job/what-happened-to-nfl-punter-marquette-king-bddadbe35244 Interesting read on King. The guy is a character, that’s for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
formerlyofCtown Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 1 hour ago, LABILLBACKER said: If finishing 31st in net punts is "finishing strong" then you've set the bar real low. He doesn’t have total control over net yards now does he. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C.Biscuit97 Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 34 minutes ago, HOUSE said: We can't be gumming up the roster with punters I want multiple punters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Over 29 years of fanhood Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 5 hours ago, EasternOHBillsFan said: The guy is a team chemistry HEADACHE!!! Let him go to the Browns and add to their disaster... not here. Adding +2 YPP to the Bills isn't worth the risk. team chemistry? wouldn't other players just say something like “shut-up kicker, go over there and kick some balls in the air... take the long snapper with you” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollars 2 donuts Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 8 hours ago, Buffalo Timmy said: There are few positions that you bring in a diva player for punter is not it. Bojo was average or better for the second half of the year. We need to sign an up-back who is a complete d***. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. WEO Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 5 hours ago, Jauronimo said: He was a disaster in the punting room. Single-handedly tore that unit apart! Seriously, how much damage can a punter do? Two 15-yarders back in 2017? What am I missing? lol, "team chemistry" No one even talks to the punter. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wvbillsfan Posted February 18, 2020 Share Posted February 18, 2020 Guy is on the field 6 plays a game. I’d deal with his “character” issues Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punching Bag Posted February 19, 2020 Share Posted February 19, 2020 15 hours ago, LeGOATski said: He'd be the next Brian Moorman I'd like a punter who was able to make plays besides kicking on special teams. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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