Alphadawg7 Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 (edited) Well this makes sense as to why they would look to trade vs draft one at 22 if they weren’t enamored with who they believed would be there. His forty times are fine, it’s faster than Hopkins and Thomas. But wow, dead last or near bottom in the other areas is not a good showing and now I could see him slipping in the draft and could see even multiple WRs leap frog him. And forty time isn’t as critical as people make it to be, the other agility drills and stuff are more important to getting separation than a 40 time. I am skeptical they take a WR in the second after spending a first and 3 other picks on Diggs. But certainly think they could snag one in rounds 3 or 4. But if the right WR is there in the 2nd like Aiyuk or Shenault then it may be too much value to pass up. Edited March 18, 2020 by Alphadawg7 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lurker Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 Just now, SWATeam said: Maybe a little propaganda hoping that Higgins lasts til 54? They are NOT spending their top two picks on WRs (with Diggs essentially being this year's #1). They can draft a developmental WR in the 5th or 6th round... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWATeam Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 1 minute ago, Lurker said: They are NOT spending their top two picks on WRs (with Diggs essentially being this year's #1). They can draft a developmental WR in the 5th or 6th round... I don't know, they still need size and seem to be filling a lot of their needs in FA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John from Riverside Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 5 minutes ago, Lurker said: They are NOT spending their top two picks on WRs (with Diggs essentially being this year's #1). They can draft a developmental WR in the 5th or 6th round... That doesnt follow Beane's MO.....we strongly biult our OL through free agency and still drafted Cody Ford in the 2nd round I think its gonna be BPA 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jauronimo Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 13 minutes ago, DFT said: Well, I believe VERY differently and not really gonna divulge why or debate this one (respectfully). I believe the move has much more to do with player-readiness in the wake of the season’s delays and it’s impact on the rookie receivers. Just my opinion. I’m sure we’ll learn more as we move forward. I do not think that long-term personnel decisions are made based on speculation regarding abbreviated training camps this year. At least I pray that isn't affecting Beane's draft strategy. May as well trade all our picks away and retain everyone who knows the playbook. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsbackto81 Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 Claypool for sure. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussie Joe Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 I found it interesting that some here wanted Higgins at 22... that's too high for him in my view.. They have moved in a much better direction 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2020 Our Year For Sure Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 24 minutes ago, jeremy2020 said: Beane's overriding impetus seems to be flexibility. Every one of his moves, signings, the contracts, etc seems to be based of making sure he isn't forced to make a move. They will almost certainly draft a WR, but Higgins bombing his workout would have reduced the flexibility at 22 into taking someone they may not believe to be a '22' player. Diggs in the fold means they can virtually go any direction they want on draft day. ..and I have a hunch with the run on WR and O-line that seems to be coming that the Bills draft a defensive player It may be that the value at WR is 3rd or 4th round; so be it. With Diggs, Smoke and Beas around we're suddenly in a position to let our guy develop a year or two. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBills1998 Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 Higgins = Kelvin Benjamin 2.0 ? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Formerly Allan in MD Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 They're not picking a receiver in the second round. We need a corner, running back, OT, and possibly a linebacker. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DFT Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 11 minutes ago, Jauronimo said: I do not think that long-term personnel decisions are made based on speculation regarding abbreviated training camps this year. At least I pray that isn't affecting Beane's draft strategy. May as well trade all our picks away and retain everyone who knows the playbook. The decision to trade for Diggs is exactly that. And to be clear, “abbreviated camps” is a bit of an oversimplification given this is very new territory for sports as a whole. It was better to trade for a young, proven player than swing for a rookie, with a potential uncertain learning curve. The Bills are in “win now” mode. It makes perfect sense, with respect. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reed83HOF Posted March 18, 2020 Author Share Posted March 18, 2020 6 minutes ago, Formerly Allan in MD said: They're not picking a receiver in the second round. We need a corner, running back, OT, and possibly a linebacker. EDGE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 11 minutes ago, Formerly Allan in MD said: They're not picking a receiver in the second round. We need a corner, running back, OT, and possibly a linebacker. The article mentioned Claypool in the 3rd, but I don’t know if he lasts that long. Could he? I don’t know what’s expected. He made a play at the Senior Bowl that turns out was just OB, but it was athletic enough for a big guy to make me ask “who was that?”. Ran faster than I expected for his size, could be a mismatch. Having said all that, I’m no expert and saw very little of him. Appreciate opinions from those who know more. I also don’t see WR in the 2nd and would put my money on the best DB, OT or edge value available. Maybe WR in the 3rd if.......value. Nice job once again that we don’t have to reach based upon need. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John from Riverside Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 They are literally setting themselves up for BPA And BPA could end up being a offensive playmaker whether that be RB or WR 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jauronimo Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 19 minutes ago, DFT said: The decision to trade for Diggs is exactly that. And to be clear, “abbreviated camps” is a bit of an oversimplification given this is very new territory for sports as a whole. It was better to trade for a young, proven player than swing for a rookie, with a potential uncertain learning curve. The Bills are in “win now” mode. It makes perfect sense, with respect. They all have uncertain learning curves even with full camps and business as usual. Is Beane going to trade every pick in this draft for second and third contract players? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inigo Montoya Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 (edited) There are not going to be rookie mini camps or OTA's this offseason. We'll be lucky if they start training camp at the end of July on time. This is not a good year to be a team rookie dependent for anything and its a horrendous year to be introducing a new offensive or defensive scheme. Five new head coaches, eleven new defensive coordinators, ten new offensive coordinators this year in the League, and a QB carousel like I have never seen before. Imagine being the teams who are going to draft a rookie QB this year and trying to get them ready for opening weekend? Makes a lot of sense to fill as many needs as you can with veterans who know the NFL game in Free Agency this off season, as rookies are really going to be behind the learning curve this year. The Diggs pick up makes even more sense when you look at it through this lens. Edited March 18, 2020 by Inigo Montoya 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atlbillsfan1975 Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 Joe Marino of the Locked On Bills podcast has never been a big fan. I like Joe a ton and think he is right more than wrong when it comes to college scouting. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DFT Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 14 minutes ago, Jauronimo said: They all have uncertain learning curves even with full camps and business as usual. Is Beane going to trade every pick in this draft for second and third contract players? No. No he’s not. And learning curves have never been tested to the degree they could be this year. This year’s class faces more uncertainty than ever. Again, the decision to trade for Diggs instead of invest in a 1st round WR absolutely in some part involved what’s happening in all of professional sports. You’re welcome to your opinion of course. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dopey Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 1 hour ago, Lurker said: They are NOT spending their top two picks on WRs (with Diggs essentially being this year's #1). They can draft a developmental WR in the 5th or 6th round... Well ALRIGHT then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stinky finger Posted March 18, 2020 Share Posted March 18, 2020 1 hour ago, DFT said: Well, I believe VERY differently and not really gonna divulge why or debate this one (respectfully). I believe the move has much more to do with player-readiness in the wake of the season’s delays and it’s impact on the rookie receivers. Just my opinion. I’m sure we’ll learn more as we move forward. Should just leave it at "player readiness". Not sure any delays play in. We know what we're getting with Diggs. Plug and play. Win for today. 1 hour ago, Chicken Boo said: So all of Beane's eggs were in the Tee Higgins basket? Not buying it. An opportunity to acquire Diggs presented itself and Beane jumped on it. Simple as that. No argument here 1 hour ago, SWATeam said: Maybe a little propaganda hoping that Higgins lasts til 54? Well - he shouldn't have issue separating from the 1st round. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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