YoloinOhio Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 I haven’t been very thrilled with his play (when he’s been able to play) except for the forced fumble in Vegas, but I have been impressed with him as a person. 13 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted December 4, 2020 Author Share Posted December 4, 2020 (edited) I have to wonder how much he plays down the stretch. Only one snap on Sunday, when Levi came out with injury. Levi isn’t on the injury report this week and has been playing well so Norman just depth. Edited December 4, 2020 by YoloinOhio Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brianmoorman4jesus Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 He seems like a guy that could transfer to FS as his skills diminish. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted December 4, 2020 Author Share Posted December 4, 2020 7 minutes ago, Brianmoorman4jesus said: He seems like a guy that could transfer to FS as his skills diminish. Funny you mention this because there was a 49ers analyst on Locked on bills yesterday and he said that Richard Sherman played a little FS last week vs Rams. He’s expecting him to make they transition at some point, a la Charles Woodson. Will be interesting to see if he’s there at all this week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. WEO Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 Call me when he's planted a few trees... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dablitzkrieg Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 13 minutes ago, Mr. WEO said: Call me when he's planted a few trees... What have you done lately for others? 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snydert317 Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 It seems like he is setting up for long term here. Think McBeane have talked to him about coaching afterwards? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenosha2Buffalo Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 Good for him that's kinda awesome to see 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob in STL Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 I am impressed with his sincerity and willingness to help others. His on field persona is different. Never judge a book by its cover. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Call_Of_Ktulu Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 46 minutes ago, Mr. WEO said: Call me when he's planted a few trees... Tree's are where its at, it how Illinois governors and politicians are voted in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerball Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 37 minutes ago, Dablitzkrieg said: What have you done lately for others? Does causing aggravation count? 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 1 hour ago, YoloinOhio said: I haven’t been very thrilled with his play (when he’s been able to play) except for the forced fumble in Vegas, but I have been impressed with him as a person. I agree wholeheartedly. He didn't do much in DC and with his limited playing I'm not fully into this signing. outside of football. a whole different story. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punching Bag Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 I think he is being kept on inactive list for when we get to playoffs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaw66 Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 1 hour ago, Brianmoorman4jesus said: He seems like a guy that could transfer to FS as his skills diminish. Maybe this, maybe something else. I think he's too talented to stay on the sidelines. I'd guess that McD and Frazier and their staff are looking for ways to get him on the field. For example, we already know that the Bills are creative on defense. White's had two INTs this season where he's dropped his man and fallen into underneath coverage. That's not an accident, and it isn't White freelancing. It's by design - players are taught to recognize routes and to adjust, and it isn't just White. When he recognizes the opportunity, his teammates also have to recognize the opportunity, because they need to adjust to cover the gap that White is leaving. That on-field awareness is what makes Hyde and Poyer so valuable. It's awareness that, I think, Klein had to develop before he could do the things he's been doing. Norman has that kind of on-field thinking ability. He learned it playing for McD in Carolina. And I think before his injury he played better than most people give him credit. I could see the intelligence in his play. So certainly if the Bills are in dime coverage, and maybe even nickel, they're looking for ways to get him on the field. He's not a natural nickel back, but in the nickel, White could move to the slot man and Norman play the wideout. Certainly in the dime. And yes, maybe he's a safety. I don't think we've seen the last of Josh Norman. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PromoTheRobot Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 1 hour ago, Dablitzkrieg said: What have you done lately for others? He waters them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 1 hour ago, Brianmoorman4jesus said: He seems like a guy that could transfer to FS as his skills diminish. That might be, but Micah Hyde isn't planning to move over and let him drive any time soon. And I think the general consensus is that "Dr Poyer and Mr Hyde" are a whole greater than the sum of the parts. Bills ain't messing with that if they don't have to. TBH I thought Dane Jackson played well enough to earn playing time over Norman if Wallace or White (avert!) are injured I think it's possible the Bills could use him in a nickle or dime coverage package, provided that pwning by Henry is just a fluke. We've had some struggles there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punching Bag Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 8 minutes ago, Hapless Bills Fan said: That might be, but Micah Hyde isn't planning to move over and let him drive any time soon. And I think the general consensus is that "Dr Poyer and Mr Hyde" are a whole greater than the sum of the parts. Bills ain't messing with that if they don't have to. TBH I thought Dane Jackson played well enough to earn playing time over Norman if Wallace or White (avert!) are injured I think it's possible the Bills could use him in a nickle or dime coverage package, provided that pwning by Henry is just a fluke. We've had some struggles there. I am surprised another team has nor signed Dane Jackson off practice squad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 10 hours ago, SlimShady'sSpaceForce said: I agree wholeheartedly. He didn't do much in DC and with his limited playing I'm not fully into this signing. outside of football. a whole different story. Micah Hyde, when asked about it in a post practice presser, laughed and led off saying something about they laugh at Norman because he always wants to be in charge or the center of things. Something about when they were talking about having a dinner for the room (I assume this was preseason) with catered food brought in, Norman thought he should run it (the implication was clear that's not what Hyde and the others thought). "That's just his personality" Hyde was quick to move on to say positive things about Norman and his efforts, of course, but at the end of the day, Norman only pledged $2,500 [edit: Yolo corrected this, $2.5k per business up to $25k] of his own money and I'm sure many other players give more in terms of resources and time and don't hold a press conference about it. I just got the impression that Hyde thought it was a bit show-boat-y and while he praised it, he was also rolling his eyes a bit. It's still positive so it's all good. It wasn't like Hyde disparaged him or acted bent out of shape, I just came away with the impression that he thought Norman was a bit LAMP-y. 9 hours ago, Limeaid said: I am surprised another team has nor signed Dane Jackson off practice squad. I'm sure the Bills have a plan to immediately sign him to the active roster should another team sniff around. The contract is probably drafted and awaiting his signature and the date. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TigerJ Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 I'm not surprised that his play on the field has left something to be desired. He's played so little that when he does get on the field, he's rusty. The question is, how do you get him playing time without jeopardizing your team's chances of winning unless it's a blowout? We all know how often Buffalo's been involved in a blowout this season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted December 4, 2020 Author Share Posted December 4, 2020 (edited) 7 minutes ago, Hapless Bills Fan said: Micah Hyde, when asked about it in a post practice presser, laughed and led off saying something about they laugh at Norman because he always wants to be in charge or the center of things. Something about when they were talking about having a dinner for the room (I assume this was preseason) with catered food brought in, Norman thought he should run it (the implication was clear that's not what Hyde and the others thought). "That's just his personality" Hyde was quick to move on to say positive things about Norman and his efforts, of course, but at the end of the day, Norman only pledged $2,500 of his own money and I'm sure many other players give more in terms of resources and time and don't hold a press conference about it. I just got the impression that Hyde thought it was a bit show-boat-y and while he praised it, he was also rolling his eyes a bit. It's still positive so it's all good. It wasn't like Hyde disparaged him or acted bent out of shape, I just came away with the impression that he thought Norman was a bit LAMP-y. I'm sure the Bills have a plan to immediately sign him to the active roster should another team sniff around. The contract is probably drafted and awaiting his signature and the date. It is actually $25,000 of his own money. It’s 2,500 per business up to 25000 total that he’s doing to launch this as a seed. https://www.bardown.com/josh-norman-is-handing-out-money-to-small-business-owners-in-buffalo-1.1559482 Edited December 4, 2020 by YoloinOhio 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. WEO Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 1 hour ago, Dablitzkrieg said: What have you done lately for others? 1 hour ago, Beerball said: Does causing aggravation count? 29 minutes ago, PromoTheRobot said: He waters them. Wow, does no one remember the epic JPL tree planting discussion?? He was sainted here for this.....until he was "run out of town". You people need to lighten up! I figured at least one of you would get the reference... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T master Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 I think McD brought him in with hopes that he could be the guy he was but at the least be a insurance policy on the depth chart and to inject some of that exact maturity into the program . He sure isn't the guy i didn't like a few yeas ago and although he may not be as good a player as he once was he has a lot to bring to a young roster and that like Gore, Zo, Kyle & him can help improve a young player in more ways than just their play !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted December 4, 2020 Author Share Posted December 4, 2020 (edited) 2 minutes ago, Mr. WEO said: Wow, does no one remember the epic JPL tree planting discussion?? He was sainted here for this.....until he was "run out of town". You people need to lighten up! I figured at least one of you would get the reference... I got the reference... tbh we need more losman jokes around here Edited December 4, 2020 by YoloinOhio Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiltonWaddams Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 17 minutes ago, YoloinOhio said: I got the reference... tbh we need more losman jokes around here The name Losman may make a good joke in itself. The Buffalo version of getting Munson’d. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 37 minutes ago, YoloinOhio said: It is actually $25,000 of his own money. It’s 2,500 per business up to 25000 total that he’s doing to launch this as a seed. https://www.bardown.com/josh-norman-is-handing-out-money-to-small-business-owners-in-buffalo-1.1559482 Thanks for the correction. That's an order of magnitude more cool! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. WEO Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 52 minutes ago, YoloinOhio said: I got the reference... tbh we need more losman jokes around here I'm doing my part! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msw2112 Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 (edited) Norman's play hasn't been very good, but every team needs depth and every team needs veteran leaders. Perhaps he can provide those things to the Bills. No question that Wallace, Dane Jackson and (arguably) even Cam Lewis should see the field before Norman, but injuries happen, teams run 5 WR sets, etc., so you need lots of DBs. Norman's punch out against the Raiders was a huge play in that game and made a big difference in the Bills getting that (AFC) win, so he has contributed on the field, at least a little bit. I also applaud his off-the-field efforts in the community. I didn't follow him closely in the past, but from what little I know, it looks like he has matured as a person. Edited December 4, 2020 by msw2112 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klos63 Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 2 hours ago, snydert317 said: It seems like he is setting up for long term here. Think McBeane have talked to him about coaching afterwards? no Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
27yanks Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 Needs reps to increase confidence and scheme awareness. He passing on that Buffalo love!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BADOLBILZ Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 1 hour ago, Hapless Bills Fan said: Micah Hyde, when asked about it in a post practice presser, laughed and led off saying something about they laugh at Norman because he always wants to be in charge or the center of things. Something about when they were talking about having a dinner for the room (I assume this was preseason) with catered food brought in, Norman thought he should run it (the implication was clear that's not what Hyde and the others thought). "That's just his personality" Hyde was quick to move on to say positive things about Norman and his efforts, of course, but at the end of the day, Norman only pledged $2,500 of his own money and I'm sure many other players give more in terms of resources and time and don't hold a press conference about it. I just got the impression that Hyde thought it was a bit show-boat-y and while he praised it, he was also rolling his eyes a bit. It's still positive so it's all good. It wasn't like Hyde disparaged him or acted bent out of shape, I just came away with the impression that he thought Norman was a bit LAMP-y. I'm pretty sure Norman travels with a collapsible podium...........he lives for attention and the podium is a lot easier to cover, he can keep two hands on it and not get flagged and it won't stiff arm him. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C.Biscuit97 Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 Being a good in the community when your skills are fading = harder to cut. 😉 also the more good stuff he does, the less they talk about that stuff arm. i think this is Norman’s only year in Buffalo but I salute anyone trying to make a difference. In all seriousness, that’s great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allen2Moulds Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 I agree with you Yolo, but he needs to be in on Hail Mary Plays. He's still the biggest and most Physical DB we have, and that seems to be the problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerball Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 4 hours ago, Mr. WEO said: Wow, does no one remember the epic JPL tree planting discussion?? He was sainted here for this.....until he was "run out of town". You people need to lighten up! I figured at least one of you would get the reference... Getting the reference does not change my answer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 2 hours ago, BADOLBILZ said: I'm pretty sure Norman travels with a collapsible podium...........he lives for attention and the podium is a lot easier to cover, he can keep two hands on it and not get flagged and it won't stiff arm him. I laughed out loud at this. Well played. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Turk Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 (edited) 5 hours ago, Shaw66 said: Maybe this, maybe something else. I think he's too talented to stay on the sidelines. I'd guess that McD and Frazier and their staff are looking for ways to get him on the field. For example, we already know that the Bills are creative on defense. White's had two INTs this season where he's dropped his man and fallen into underneath coverage. That's not an accident, and it isn't White freelancing. It's by design - players are taught to recognize routes and to adjust, and it isn't just White. When he recognizes the opportunity, his teammates also have to recognize the opportunity, because they need to adjust to cover the gap that White is leaving. That on-field awareness is what makes Hyde and Poyer so valuable. It's awareness that, I think, Klein had to develop before he could do the things he's been doing. Norman has that kind of on-field thinking ability. He learned it playing for McD in Carolina. And I think before his injury he played better than most people give him credit. I could see the intelligence in his play. So certainly if the Bills are in dime coverage, and maybe even nickel, they're looking for ways to get him on the field. He's not a natural nickel back, but in the nickel, White could move to the slot man and Norman play the wideout. Certainly in the dime. And yes, maybe he's a safety. I don't think we've seen the last of Josh Norman. Allen has gotten picked like that a few times this year too(and thrown a few almost picks on others), most notably by Peterson in the Cards game Edited December 4, 2020 by matter2003 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. WEO Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 1 hour ago, Beerball said: Getting the reference does not change my answer. got it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Turk Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 (edited) 5 hours ago, msw2112 said: Norman's play hasn't been very good, but every team needs depth and every team needs veteran leaders. Perhaps he can provide those things to the Bills. No question that Wallace, Dane Jackson and (arguably) even Cam Lewis should see the field before Norman, but injuries happen, teams run 5 WR sets, etc., so you need lots of DBs. Norman's punch out against the Raiders was a huge play in that game and made a big difference in the Bills getting that (AFC) win, so he has contributed on the field, at least a little bit. I also applaud his off-the-field efforts in the community. I didn't follow him closely in the past, but from what little I know, it looks like he has matured as a person. Him getting stiff armed by Derrick Henry also contributed greatly by becoming a meme all over the internet, Henry winning Angry Runs, and might go down as one of the greatest stiff arms of all time so he will be featured in videos for the next 30 years. Edited December 4, 2020 by matter2003 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Success Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 I always feel like there are some guys who were supposed to be Bills at some point. I've loved him since he got here. I know he hasn't done too much on the field yet - but the spirit is there, and when he has played, I've felt like he's been one of the emotional leaders for the D. Kind of reminds me of Merriman, who never played amazing for us, but just seemed to love it here.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoBills808 Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 I have a soft spot for Josh Norman glad he's a Bill 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GunnerBill Posted December 4, 2020 Share Posted December 4, 2020 (edited) 2 minutes ago, GoBills808 said: I have a soft spot for Josh Norman glad he's a Bill Same. He has done a lot of British TV as a guest analyst during the playoff while with Washington and he just comes across so darn likeable. Edited December 4, 2020 by GunnerBill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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