YoloinOhio Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 WR Andre Roberts is a UFA. Age 33, he was an all-pro KR/PR in both season with the Bills. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royale with Cheese Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 He was excellent last year in the return game. But we these latest re-signings, I’m not sure if we should use our limited space on him. I certainly wouldn’t mind having him back though. I lean letting him walk and become the Pats #1 WR. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 As long as we have someone on the team who can return punts, I think he’s a luxury we can’t afford 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ethan in Cleveland Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 Say goodbye. 6th or 7th round DB that has some return skills is all you need. It provides depth in the defensive backfield. And most of the time they should just fair catch the ball anyways. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rc2catch Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 I’d say goodbye. They should be targeting a corner in the later rounds who can return and develop as a corner or get a receiver who can do both (mckenzie or Raymond would be my choices) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Otreply Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 Not that his return efforts were not helpful, but really, that’s all he is good at, he was pretty, shall we say, bad as a WR, jmo. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LyndonvilleBill Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 Would be nice to keep around. Just don't think we have the space for him this year. Re-sign Mckensie and fill multiple roles. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevewin Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 32 minutes ago, Royale with Cheese said: I lean letting him walk and become the Pats #1 WR. QB fixed 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewEra Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 30 minutes ago, Don Otreply said: Not that his return efforts were not helpful, but really, that’s all he is good at, he was pretty, shall we say, bad as a WR, jmo. Pretty much this. ALL he does is return kicks and punts. If he could play WR or even be a core ST coverage guy, I would probably want to bring him back. Very good returner, but I’d rather resign Mckenzie and give him another shot at returns. The kid is electric 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Vader Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 (edited) He's been a good returner for us, but we should move on from him. He's 33 and is not that good of a Wide Receiver. I'm confident that we can find a replacement for him. Edited March 13, 2021 by Mark Vader 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Duffy Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 (edited) I don't know the details with his contract, but I would imagine it couldn't be but so bad. Anyway I would definitely try to keep him if it's manageable..A serious threat on ST and very reliable catching P and KO and doesn't put the ball on the ground hardly ever. Edited March 13, 2021 by Patrick_Duffy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 Roberts has been great. But other than the cap issues, it really hurts to use up roster spots with guys that are singularly devoted to ST. i hope we look for some replacements to guys like Roberts and Taiwan Jones that can give us more flexibility to use on offense or defense. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFanForever19 Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 I voted for Make an Offer but don't get into a bidding war. I was thinking that maybe instead of making offers to McKenzie as WR4 and Roberts as KR - we make an offer to Cordarralle Patterson to be both. Probably a crazy idea, but just a thought. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
first_and_ten Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 (edited) 24 minutes ago, Miyagi-Do Karate said: Roberts has been great. But other than the cap issues, it really hurts to use up roster spots with guys that are singularly devoted to ST. i hope we look for some replacements to guys like Roberts and Taiwan Jones that can give us more flexibility to use on offense or defense. Isaiah McKenzie plays offense and can return punts. Maybe he or another player can return what few opportunities that is offered on kickoff returns. Edited March 13, 2021 by first_and_ten 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgrochester55 Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 (edited) He adds value to a team, but he we are in cap trouble and McKenize can fill the void. If it was between him and McKenzie, I would rather keep McKenzie. Based on the current situation, I would say to move on. I liked his results and effort during his time as a Bill and wish him well. Edited March 13, 2021 by dgrochester55 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted March 13, 2021 Author Share Posted March 13, 2021 10 minutes ago, BillsFanForever19 said: I voted for Make an Offer but don't get into a bidding war. I was thinking that maybe instead of making offers to McKenzie as WR4 and Roberts as KR - we make an offer to Cordarralle Patterson to be both. Probably a crazy idea, but just a thought. That’s not that crazy... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longtimebillsfan Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 (edited) Don't re-sign Robert's. Sign McKenzie instead. Edited March 13, 2021 by longtimebillsfan 2 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warcodered Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 2 minutes ago, longtimebillsfan said: Don't re-sign Robert's. Sign McKenzie instead. It's probably one or the other. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob in STL Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 Beane will make an offer that we can afford to make. After all, Robert’s has made plays every year. If he gets a better deal and he goes, he goes down a very good contributor to very good Buffalo Bills teams. He might stay because he likes team, the city, and the Bills culture - so Beane should talk to him and make a reasonable offer. 3 minutes ago, longtimebillsfan said: Don't re-sign Robert's. Sign McKenzie instead. Good point. If it comes to it, McKenzie can also return punts and kicks. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thurst44 Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 1 hour ago, Hapless Bills Fan said: As long as we have someone on the team who can return punts, I think he’s a luxury we can’t afford He made 1.3m last year after a Pro Bowl season. I think we can afford that for one of the best return men in football. I don't get why people are this eager to move on from him. I'd get it a bit if McKenzie were already signed, but if we don't sign either then we're at square one for kick returners and think back to when we've had bad special teams. 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted March 13, 2021 Author Share Posted March 13, 2021 11 minutes ago, Bob in STL said: Beane will make an offer that we can afford to make. After all, Robert’s has made plays every year. If he gets a better deal and he goes, he goes down a very good contributor to very good Buffalo Bills teams. He might stay because he likes team, the city, and the Bills culture - so Beane should talk to him and make a reasonable offer. Good point. If it comes to it, McKenzie can also return punts and kicks. Mckenzie has made me a bit more comfortable with his ball security. I like both players. But mckenzie can provide more versatility 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thurst44 Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 11 minutes ago, Warcodered said: It's probably one or the other. It wasn't this year and neither of them is likely to cost all that much. There's no reason they won't carry both. I'm actually ambivalent (i voted make him an offer and if someone bests us, fine). Side note: I'm in NYC area and you should have heard how rueful fans were that they let Roberts go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 31 minutes ago, BillsFanForever19 said: I voted for Make an Offer but don't get into a bidding war. I was thinking that maybe instead of making offers to McKenzie as WR4 and Roberts as KR - we make an offer to Cordarralle Patterson to be both. Probably a crazy idea, but just a thought. isn’t Patterson basically Roberts? I assumed he was a meh receiver. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LABILLBACKER Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 We already have a player who can easily return punts, kickoffs and run a fly route. McKittrick 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Billieve Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 I've never seen anybody do what I've seen Roberts do. It's not like it's a big contract, surprised so many are willing to part ways. It would be like letting a great kicker walk. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanC883 Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 likely replaceable with mckenzie or draft pick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Billieve Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 Signing him doesn't really effect the cap, why would you want to have to replace a top tier returner with amazing ball security. I mean sure, if he loses his job then cut him. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rc2catch Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 1 hour ago, Miyagi-Do Karate said: isn’t Patterson basically Roberts? I assumed he was a meh receiver. Patterson has actually been playing gadget for years now. Running back, jet sweep guy and occasionally a receiver along with returns. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeverOutNick Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 Roberts scared me every time he touches the ball. He’s overrated. Let him walk and offer McKenzie a contract instead 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John from Riverside Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 If we had the 30 million of cap that was taken away from us? Yes. We dont.....so no Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buftex Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 2 hours ago, first_and_ten said: Isaiah McKenzie plays offense and can return punts. Maybe he or another player can return what few opportunities that is offered on kickoff returns. They have to sign McKenzie. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longtimebillsfan Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 3 hours ago, Bob in STL said: Beane will make an offer that we can afford to make. After all, Robert’s has made plays every year. If he gets a better deal and he goes, he goes down a very good contributor to very good Buffalo Bills teams. He might stay because he likes team, the city, and the Bills culture - so Beane should talk to him and make a reasonable offer. Good point. If it comes to it, McKenzie can also return punts and kicks. Yes, he is more versatile and has stayed healthy. He should also be less expensive to sign. 3 hours ago, Warcodered said: It's probably one or the other. Agreed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMF2006 Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 This is tough one for me. Last year 3/4 of the board wanted him cut and I thought the Bills needed to keep him. He had a pretty good year with only one major gaff. 1) At 33 how much is left in the tank? 2) Is a return only guy a luxury at this point with the cap taking a 15m dive? 3) I know busting one is great but wouldn't giving Allen the 25yd line be sufficient now? 4) There is a college coach who never returns punts....he just lets them drop and roll...why not? you never have a ST turnover that way. 5) So I say Vet minimum.....draft a return specialist and let them battle in camp....may the best return man win 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
machine gun kelly Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 McKenzie is more versatile. Maybe a few yards less in avg. returns, but can do so many other things. Roberts is a luxury. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Utah John Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 9 hours ago, stevewin said: fixed Honestly I don't see how Roberts could be worse than Cam Newton at QB. With respect to a bidding war for his services, I don't see that happening. All the teams are facing cap challenges, and no one wants to spend big bucks on a guy on the wrong side of 30. He's still very good and I would like to keep him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 13 hours ago, Mark Vader said: He's been a good returner for us, but we should move on from him. He's 33 and is not that good of a Wide Receiver. I'm confident that we can find a replacement for him. This is pretty much where I am, although I'd say he's been excellent. 3rd in the league in year one and best in the league year two. He provided the offense with some sweet starting field position. But this is a business and I think they'd be best to invest in other areas. I'd hate to see him go, but it probably makes sense in the big picture. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freddie's Dead Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 Resign. Bye Andre. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stinky finger Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 I appreciated his contributions, but it's time to move on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eastport bills Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 15 hours ago, NewEra said: Pretty much this. ALL he does is return kicks and punts. If he could play WR or even be a core ST coverage guy, I would probably want to bring him back. Very good returner, but I’d rather resign Mckenzie and give him another shot at returns. The kid is electric I agree with your assessment of his value. He's a superior returner but is the difference between him and a late rd. draft choice worth the cap hit. Probably not, but McKenzie will get as much or more because he's more valuable as a receiver and jet sweeps guy. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted March 13, 2021 Share Posted March 13, 2021 12 hours ago, NeverOutNick said: Roberts scared me every time he touches the ball. He’s overrated. Let him walk and offer McKenzie a contract instead Why? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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