JohnNord Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 I came across this on Twitter: Based on Josh’s injury last week and the heartbreaking injury to Dak, how would you feel about Fitzpatrick coming back to Buffalo in 2021 to end his career as a Bill? By next season Josh should be solidified as the unquestioned starter, so I don’t feel Fitzpatrick would be a threat, especially since Josh and Fitz seem to be friendly. I also think he’d be an excellent teacher to help Josh continue to get better. On the other hand, the cap hit for Fitz would ($7-$8M) would be considerably higher than what we are paying the 2 QB’s on the roster combined. With a monster deal for Allen on the horizon, as well as potential contract extensions for Milano and maybe Edmunds, the cap situation could get tight and the team may not want to invest that much in a QB. The other question, is whether Fitz would want to come Buffalo, where he wouldn’t be given a chance to compete? Or would he look for a better situation behind a QB on shaky ground? You might also argue that Josh doesn’t need Fitzpatrick around as a mentor and could get by with a backup like Barkley. Either way, as a fan of Fitzpatrick, I would love to see him finish out his career in Buffalo. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Over 29 years of fanhood Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 Absolutely not. I want him Starting for an afce opponent Until he’s finished. 2 9 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiotAct Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 I’d feel a lot more comfortable with him waiting in the wings if Josh (God forbid) goes down with injury than I do with Barkley. 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Caveman Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 I've been happy to see him have a resurgence, it seems like whenever he and Chan get together they put together a run of a good season or half a season (unfortunately for them it's never coincided with having much of a defense.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
17islongenough Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 No thanks because we all know the Fitzpatrick cycle. This will guarantee Allen gets hurt. 7 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ocemur Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 Fitz turns 38 this year, so he does arguably have some tread left on the tire. I want him back in Buffalo when he's ready for the broadcast booth. I think he'd be an awesome TV guy for the wardrobe alone. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiotAct Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 Just now, 17islongenough said: No thanks because we all know the Fitzpatrick cycle. This will guarantee Allen gets hurt. Ooooh, good point. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProcessAccepted Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 6 minutes ago, JohnNord said: By next season Josh should be solidified as the unquestioned starter, Stopped reading after this. 6 4 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coach Tuesday Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 He’ll be 38... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kwai San Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 3 minutes ago, ocemur said: Fitz turns 38 this year, so he does arguably have some tread left on the tire. I want him back in Buffalo when he's ready for the broadcast booth. I think he'd be an awesome TV guy for the wardrobe alone. THIS!!!! No way do I see the Bills pulling the feelgood fanboy illogical move of bringing Fitz to sit behind Josh.....agreed that the thought of Barkley trotting out on the field does give me nightmares but the thought of paying Firtz when there are going to be many mouths, younger and more deserving mouths to feed.....uhhhhh I'll pass. Go Bills!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 It is time for this important reminder: 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfanmiamioh Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 I’d take him. But I’d take anyone who is an upgrade over Barkley (lots of options). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rc2catch Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 Here is the real question. If Fitz comes back does Diggs give him #14? I mean the logical choice is Fitz to the bengals to jinx burrow, or whatever team takes Lawrence at 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnNord Posted October 12, 2020 Author Share Posted October 12, 2020 2 minutes ago, Kwai San said: THIS!!!! No way do I see the Bills pulling the feelgood fanboy illogical move of bringing Fitz to sit behind Josh.....agreed that the thought of Barkley trotting out on the field does give me nightmares but the thought of paying Firtz when there are going to be many mouths, younger and more deserving mouths to feed.....uhhhhh I'll pass. Go Bills!! I would agree... the only counter about paying that salary to the backup is what happened to Dak last night. Dallas has several big contracts on the cap and still managed to pay Andy Dalton $7M to backup Dak. It’s insurance - There was a good chance he wouldn’t play as Dak has never been injured. But now, he appears to a be a QB that will keep them in the terrible NFC East division race. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alphadawg7 Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 Thats like putting the Madden curse on someone. No thanks. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrDawkinstein Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 I want him to sign a contract with the Bills this offseason. A one day contract, so he can retire a Bill. Then go into the HALL OF FAME as a Bill. Oh! Oh! OH! FITZMAGIC! 2 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles Romes Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 He’s already muddled the draft standing of the Dolphins this year and last. I’m hoping he somehow gets traded back to the jets this year so they can’t draft Lawrence. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg S Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 He would be an upgrade over Barkley. If he doesn't mind being the backup and the price is right then sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragoon Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 Yes. 100%! Bring Fitz home!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akcash Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 This is tough for me bc I am a huge Matt Barkley Fan. Brain says yes. Heart says yes. Matt Barkley fan on me says "Nooooooooo". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridgewaycynic2013 Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 26 minutes ago, Miyagi-Do Karate said: It is time for this important reminder: "Quarterback on... quarterback off..." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick the Greek Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 Maybe he could teach Josh to throw game ending interceptions. HARD PASS! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giuseppe Tognarelli Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 4 minutes ago, akcash said: This is tough for me bc I am a huge Matt Barkley Fan. Brain says yes. Heart says yes. Matt Barkley fan on me says "Nooooooooo". There's a Matt Barkley fan on you? Right now?! As we speak?! 😱 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsfaninChicago Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 Definitely bring him back to do another roast. He was hilarious when he spoke at Fred Jackson’s. As a back up QB I think we have better options. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brennan Huff Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 No. Hard pass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skibum Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 I bet he would do it for $4-5 million. He could possibly make more elsewhere, but he is filthy rich already, loves Buffalo, and probably won't be playing much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T&C Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 Yes. Once this covid thing hopefully winds down It would be cool to have a few beers and wings with him at Gabriels Gate. Other than that, no. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCofNC Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 I’m a huge Fitz fan, but be it coincidence or not, the guy he’s there to back up seems to get hurt an awful lot and we don’t need that, so purely out of caution, he’s not welcome here. That said, he’s awesome, I would absolutely love to have him back and he’s one of the best back ups maybe ever, say nothing about right now. From a talent stand point, you definitely want him. I guess I’m probably in the minority, but I’d see what Fromm has before getting too concerned. You can’t replace what Allen is doing, so any serious injury, it’s season over anyway. It’s always the hope, nothing happens to JA. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 52 minutes ago, JohnNord said: I came across this on Twitter: Based on Josh’s injury last week and the heartbreaking injury to Dak, how would you feel about Fitzpatrick coming back to Buffalo in 2021 to end his career as a Bill? By next season Josh should be solidified as the unquestioned starter, so I don’t feel Fitzpatrick would be a threat, especially since Josh and Fitz seem to be friendly. I also think he’d be an excellent teacher to help Josh continue to get better. On the other hand, the cap hit for Fitz would ($7-$8M) would be considerably higher than what we are paying the 2 QB’s on the roster combined. With a monster deal for Allen on the horizon, as well as potential contract extensions for Milano and maybe Edmunds, the cap situation could get tight and the team may not want to invest that much in a QB. The other question, is whether Fitz would want to come Buffalo, where he wouldn’t be given a chance to compete? Or would he look for a better situation behind a QB on shaky ground? You might also argue that Josh doesn’t need Fitzpatrick around as a mentor and could get by with a backup like Barkley. Either way, as a fan of Fitzpatrick, I would love to see him finish out his career in Buffalo. TBH, while I don't want to be Superstitious (only a Little Stitious), Fitz has this horrible track record of winding up as the starting QB everywhere he goes. And he's so confident and likeable that apparently it's very hard to sit him and let the rightful starter back in especially if said guy was struggling - and for various reasons, even great QB struggle from time to time. I think Fitz is a great guy and when he's hot, he can be hard to beat. But I'd rather take our chances with a lesser backup QB rather than lite Ryan "Jinx the Starter" Fitzpatrick back in our building. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CLTbills Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 Why would you wish that on Joshua? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollars 2 donuts Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 (edited) 50 minutes ago, ocemur said: Fitz turns 38 this year, so he does arguably have some tread left on the tire. I want him back in Buffalo when he's ready for the broadcast booth. I think he'd be an awesome TV guy for the wardrobe alone. I love him and I love your idea, but I just don't think it is going to happen. He has made ( and will continue to make in the foreseeable future) more than $70,000,000 playing football. I am sure he is quite comfortable and although I believe he will work I don't think he really needs a "job" or next career, per say. He might do some commentary and may be back for events, but I just think if he does anything he is going to do it out West or down South, on his terms because he can afford it. EDIT: Yeah, $71,541,098 in his career, $8 million this year and he is guaranteed to get that somewhere next year, as well. Edited October 12, 2020 by dollars 2 donuts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 17 minutes ago, akcash said: This is tough for me bc I am a huge Matt Barkley Fan. Brain says yes. Heart says yes. Matt Barkley fan on me says "Nooooooooo". I think you should say more about this Matt Barkley fandom of yours. Does it actually have some sort of logical neurologically connected basis in your brain? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBBills Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 (edited) No... When Ryan Fitzpatrick is on a team something happens to make him starter. Better off drafting guys always better when you have a franchise QB as a starter. Edited October 12, 2020 by TBBills 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K-9 Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 He’s welcomed back on my favorite team anytime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrDawkinstein Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 18 minutes ago, T&C said: Yes. Once this covid thing hopefully winds down It would be cool to have a few beers and wings with him at Gabriels Gate. Other than that, no. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TuelTime Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 48 minutes ago, DrDawkinstein said: I want him to sign a contract with the Bills this offseason. A one day contract, so he can retire a Bill. Then go into the HALL OF FAME as a Bill. Oh! Oh! OH! FITZMAGIC! Well he did win AFC Player of the Month (September 2011) for the Bills, so he is a potential Hall of Famer... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T&C Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 5 minutes ago, DrDawkinstein said: Well done... lol. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrDawkinstein Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 Just now, TuelTime said: Well he did win AFC Player of the Month (September 2011) for the Bills, so he is a potential Hall of Famer... He has already been voted in by TBD 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rochesterian Bills Fan Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 Nah but sign him to a one day when he retires, I'd love it if he could hang up his cleets as a Bill. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo716 Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 26 minutes ago, Hapless Bills Fan said: TBH, while I don't want to be Superstitious (only a Little Stitious), Fitz has this horrible track record of winding up as the starting QB everywhere he goes. And he's so confident and likeable that apparently it's very hard to sit him and let the rightful starter back in especially if said guy was struggling - and for various reasons, even great QB struggle from time to time. I think Fitz is a great guy and when he's hot, he can be hard to beat. But I'd rather take our chances with a lesser backup QB rather than lite Ryan "Jinx the Starter" Fitzpatrick back in our building. Hap basically everything you said it's just superstition fitz plays because he goes to teams with mediocre quarterbacks and he can beat them out. He would be a tremendous backup and a hundred times better than Berkley or fromm What rightful starter has he ever taken the job from and never given it back? Even Winston got his job back Fitz would be a great asset to our quarterback room Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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