billsfan_34 Posted January 31, 2021 Share Posted January 31, 2021 3 hours ago, LABILLBACKER said: McKenzie can take the same top off for 1/3 the money. And he's younger. And he can return punts & kickoffs. And he can come in for sweeps and gadgets. Sorry John and Andre but one guy can replace both of you. Isaah isn’t on the same level as Brown and Andre is the best return man in the business. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobbyC81 Posted January 31, 2021 Share Posted January 31, 2021 On 1/28/2021 at 7:13 PM, ScottLaw said: So long Butler, and Addison. Yeah, I know the Bills rotate their D-Line a lot but Mario’s streak of seasons with 9 or more sacks ended. He’ll turn 34 at the start of the next season, so the reduced sack #’s could be an omen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobbyC81 Posted January 31, 2021 Share Posted January 31, 2021 On 1/28/2021 at 6:26 PM, Klaus said: While I agree with most of the name on this list, I think I would downgrade Andre Roberts to the "So Long" category. Lifetime numbers 25.8 avg kick return 9.0 avg punt return Playoff numbers 16.7 avg kick return 4.0 avg punt return As we saw he cannot be trusted to replace an injured WR, he is not used for jet sweeps, he is a one trick pony, and I don't think the roster spot is worth it anymore. Take a touchback on kickoffs, start at the 25 and trust Josh and the O to move it down field. I think Roberts is still a guy worth keeping. His kickoff return average of 30.0 led the league and he was 7th in punt return average. He had some kickoff returns out of the end zone that were mistakes but there were at least a couple games where his big return of the opening kick got the team rolling early. They can be a huge spark. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobbyC81 Posted January 31, 2021 Share Posted January 31, 2021 On 1/28/2021 at 6:24 PM, BillsRdue said: Agreed, my answer would be the same, except I'd say goodbye to Barkley. That noodle arm isn't going to hold up and I don't think he could go .500 if Josh were to miss any time. Lots of solid options out there looking for work that would be an upgrade. If the Panthers make a run at Watson, Teddy B might be a nice #2. If not Brissett, Fitz, Dalton, Tyrod over even Bortles would be upgrades. This goes back to a point I’ve mentioned frequently. I don’t understand how the Rams and Cardinals, competing for playoff spots had nobodies with zero game experience as their backup QBs. It’s insane. The QB position is the most important so you should have a solid backup. With guys like Mark Sanchez and Leinart still in their mid 30s, I don’t understand why they are no longer in the NFL. No, they’re not great, but their experienced vets who could fill in for a couple games. Other than the Saints this season with Winston and the Chiefs with Henne, most teams are ill prepared for an injury to their starting QB. Heck, I’d even sign a 40+ year old Josh McCown vs guys with little or no experience like Davis Webb and Jake Fromm Stare Farm. Regarding Barkley, if the guy couldn’t play, his relationship with Josh should mean nothing, Bbecause he’s somewhat serviceable and has experience, especially within their system, I think he should be kept around. I also can never understand why most NFL teams carry only 2 QBs. Again, most important position on the team and you’re going to go with an emergency QB if your 2 QBs both get hurt? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
machine gun kelly Posted January 31, 2021 Share Posted January 31, 2021 33 minutes ago, ColeB said: This goes back to a point I’ve mentioned frequently. I don’t understand how the Rams and Cardinals, competing for playoff spots had nobodies with zero game experience as their backup QBs. It’s insane. The QB position is the most important so you should have a solid backup. With guys like Mark Sanchez and Leinart still in their mid 30s, I don’t understand why they are no longer in the NFL. No, they’re not great, but their experienced vets who could fill in for a couple games. Other than the Saints this season with Winston and the Chiefs with Henne, most teams are ill prepared for an injury to their starting QB. Heck, I’d even sign a 40+ year old Josh McCown vs guys with little or no experience like Davis Webb and Jake Fromm Stare Farm. Regarding Barkley, if the guy couldn’t play, his relationship with Josh should mean nothing, Bbecause he’s somewhat serviceable and has experience, especially within their system, I think he should be kept around. I also can never understand why most NFL teams carry only 2 QBs. Again, most important position on the team and you’re going to go with an emergency QB if your 2 QBs both get hurt? But, But Cole, isn’t Josh McCown going to be the next head coach for the Texans. Doooh! Missed by thiiis much! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALF Posted January 31, 2021 Share Posted January 31, 2021 Can hope that Jake Fromm and Davis Webb could be a fair backup . With a tight budget next season have to get lucky. Barkley was $2M a year and now a FA. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ganesh Posted January 31, 2021 Share Posted January 31, 2021 23 hours ago, Limeaid said: I think Fitz will want to take the show on the road and be a QB on another team he has not been before. may be back up JA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punching Bag Posted January 31, 2021 Share Posted January 31, 2021 39 minutes ago, ganesh said: may be back up JA As much as I might wish I do not think so. There will be enough teams who will not have solid starting QBs that he will be offered more than Bills would offer. The cap issues will become much difficult for Bills now even without the reduced CAP levels for this year. I see a number of guaranteed contracts including 2nd year bonuses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TPS Posted January 31, 2021 Share Posted January 31, 2021 13 minutes ago, ScottLaw said: Commented in another thread perhaps they should change their D-Line rotation philosophy and prioritize a very good starting 4 as opposed to allocating resources to deeper depth and rotation.... somethings gotta change defensively to beat the Chiefs who dominated the Bills upfront in both match ups. Two things going forward: you need a true DT1 take the heat off of Oliver (and help in the run D), and you need someone to replace Hughes who must also be accounted for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TPS Posted January 31, 2021 Share Posted January 31, 2021 4 hours ago, ScottLaw said: Don't think you can get rid of both Hughes and Addison at this point..... and if I had to chose it's def Addison you jettison as Hughes is the better player, IMO. Unfortunately for Hughes he didn't play for Carolina, so I wouldn't be shocked if they release him and keep Addison. Agree they need another solid 1 tech next to Oliver. But if I had to choose on where to allocate resources I'd go with edge rusher over DT. Sorry, didn't mean 2021 about replacing Hughes, more like 2022. Unless Beane has an edge rusher he really likes in this year's draft, that he will most likely have to move up for, I don't see them finding one until 2022. See my long-winded response earlier up this thread... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLFan Posted January 31, 2021 Share Posted January 31, 2021 On 1/28/2021 at 9:24 PM, BillsRdue said: Agreed, my answer would be the same, except I'd say goodbye to Barkley. That noodle arm isn't going to hold up and I don't think he could go .500 if Josh were to miss any time. Lots of solid options out there looking for work that would be an upgrade. If the Panthers make a run at Watson, Teddy B might be a nice #2. If not Brissett, Fitz, Dalton, Tyrod over even Bortles would be upgrades. Agree. They can upgrade that spot. The biggest problem here is Milano. No replacing him near term and they likely cannot afford to retain him. Next problem - OL. Looking at that list, we could be absolutely screwed. Next season largely depends on how they build thE OL given this list of FA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boxcar Posted January 31, 2021 Share Posted January 31, 2021 (edited) On 28/01/2021 at 9:24 PM, BillsRdue said: Agreed, my answer would be the same, except I'd say goodbye to Barkley. That noodle arm isn't going to hold up and I don't think he could go .500 if Josh were to miss any time. Lots of solid options out there looking for work that would be an upgrade. If the Panthers make a run at Watson, Teddy B might be a nice #2. If not Brissett, Fitz, Dalton, Tyrod over even Bortles would be upgrades. Bridgewater is too good to be a backup. It's amazing to me that he has difficulty finding work. He's not amazing or anything, but guys like Jared Goff, Gardner Minshew/Mike Glennon, Drew Lock, Carson Wentz/Jalen Hurts are all starting QBs and if not better, he's at least in the same league as these guys. Would love it if Fitz ended his career in Buffalo. On 28/01/2021 at 9:26 PM, Klaus said: While I agree with most of the name on this list, I think I would downgrade Andre Roberts to the "So Long" category. Lifetime numbers 25.8 avg kick return 9.0 avg punt return Playoff numbers 16.7 avg kick return 4.0 avg punt return As we saw he cannot be trusted to replace an injured WR, he is not used for jet sweeps, he is a one trick pony, and I don't think the roster spot is worth it anymore. Take a touchback on kickoffs, start at the 25 and trust Josh and the O to move it down field. Or just use McKenzie. Edited January 31, 2021 by Boxcar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJS Posted January 31, 2021 Share Posted January 31, 2021 I think Levi Wallace is also in the "Nice to Have" category. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LABILLBACKER Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 (edited) 21 hours ago, ColeB said: I think Roberts is still a guy worth keeping. His kickoff return average of 30.0 led the league and he was 7th in punt return average. He had some kickoff returns out of the end zone that were mistakes but there were at least a couple games where his big return of the opening kick got the team rolling early. They can be a huge spark. Over 80% of kickoffs are touchbacks. Andre has zero td returns. Did I mention he's 33. McKenzie can do everything Andre does and much more. Do we really need him? 2019-2020 Roberts 3 td rec, 0 rush, 0 ret McKenzie 6 rec, 3 rush, 1 ret Edited February 1, 2021 by LABILLBACKER Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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