frostbitmic Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 What are the Bills going to pay Evans with ? Signing Zayne just killed the Bills off season piggy bank. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BADOLBILZ Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 5 hours ago, LEBills said: There is a good podcast where they touch on it a bit. It would be $14 million cap hit if traded Very nice interview with MG.........he and his spotrac company provide a great service to fans. The Davis for Evans swap makes a lot of sense..........puts Evans back on a contender and sends Davis home to Florida.........but that $14M cap hit is harsh and the little that I watched Evans this year it seemed like his heart wasn't all the way into it. Still put up big numbers but the Bills would need to do a lot better dive into his outlook for 2023 than they did with Rodger Saffold. Still can't figure out how Saffold got $6M when he probably should have been bouncing around practice squads this past season. When Ginitti was asked to be critical of one of Beane's cap moves he couldn't come up with one...........but Saffold was definitely one. Agree with his point about interior OL generally being the best position to extract value from in UFA though..........been saying that for years.........there are usually good guards and centers available for very reasonable cap numbers...........which is why you don't draft them high. Just can't pull a Saffold. Fill premium positions early in the draft.........use your free agent dollars on the cheaper, and typically better stocked positions..........that's how you keep your cap in order. Miles Sanders...........don't really care to spend that kind of money on a RB..........but he makes a good point that a 1200 yard RB might come with just a $6M-$8M cap figure..........it's just crazy to expend a first round pick on a RB. That pick should go to a position, which should it pan out, can actually yield a $25M-$30M aav type player(in 2023 cap dollars). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bostonadguy Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 5 hours ago, wppete said: Sign Poyer and trade him for Evans What about trade Ed Oliver and make Tampa eat salary? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newcam2012 Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 5 hours ago, HappyDays said: I wouldn't hate it but it looked to me like he lost a step last year. He isn't explosive which is the biggest element our offense is missing. If we're going to trade for that style of WR I would prefer DeAndre Hopkins, and it's already been reported that he is in fact available for trade. I am not keen on either Evans or Dhop. The cost for their production just isn't there. Dhop can't stay healthy and I agree with your Evans opinion. I rather cut ties and or trade Gabe and Mckenzie. They are replaceable. Beasley and Brown have earned their right to be in the street. Have to draft a WR and pick up another one or two via FA. Time to see what Shakir has to offer. Looks like the Bills met one get away in Hodges. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billl Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 Bills fans are about to learn an uncomfortable truth about the salary cap. It’s not a documentary, but it’s based on a true story. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newcam2012 Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 5 hours ago, FireChans said: Sure, he had a system. He also found a lot of diamonds in the rough in UDFA or cast-offs from other teams. But he still sucked at drafting lol. BB drafted 2 Pro-Bowlers in the last 9 years. We drafted 2 ProBowlers in 2018. If Beane goes another 4 without a single Pro-Bowler, he needs to go lol. Brady made Belicheck. Mahomes is making Reid. Can Allen make McD is what im interested in. 1 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloRebound Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 Evans had a lot of drops last year. He might be motivated to have a redemption year, but I think I’d rather roll the dice on OBJ 18 months removed from ACL surgery and keep Davis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCBills Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 (edited) 11 minutes ago, Billl said: Bills fans are about to learn an uncomfortable truth about the salary cap. It’s not a documentary, but it’s based on a true story. We see what Veach has done for you and want that for us. He let Matthieu and Ward walk last year. For us that’s Poyer and Edmunds. If that happens, our off-season gets quite interesting. If we bring Edmunds back, maybe we can sign a decent Guard… and then it’s off to the draft, unless we can unload Oliver for a Day 3 pick. Edited February 18, 2023 by SCBills 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MPT Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 (edited) 17 minutes ago, newcam2012 said: Brady made Belicheck. Mahomes is making Reid. Can Allen make McD is what im interested in. None of those guys "made" the other ones. Brady could be his surgical stone-cold-killer self because he knew his defense would always give him a good chance to win. Mahomes can be his prolific playmaking self because his receivers are wide open all the time. And both of them always had O-lines that never let them get touched. The kind of greatness we saw from the Patriots and now the Chiefs is not because of one guy on either team. It's a symbiotic relationship that rarely occurs but produces exponential effects. I think Allen is a guy who could be part of that kind of greatness. I'm starting to doubt that we have the other component that makes the magical brew. Edited February 18, 2023 by MPT 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaggersEOD Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 5 hours ago, FireChans said: Sure, he had a system. He also found a lot of diamonds in the rough in UDFA or cast-offs from other teams. But he still sucked at drafting lol. BB drafted 2 Pro-Bowlers in the last 9 years. We drafted 2 ProBowlers in 2018. If Beane goes another 4 without a single Pro-Bowler, he needs to go lol. Not arguing those facts. But the Pro-Bowl is a popularity contest. In order to get in, you have to be noticed by people outside your fan base. The way BB ran his team, real standout personalities weren’t encouraged (Do your job) and his system was team based vs. Star based. It’d be really hard to make the PB regardless of talent with those headwinds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newcam2012 Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 19 minutes ago, MPT said: None of those guys "made" the other ones. Brady could be his surgical stone-cold-killer self because he knew his defense would always give him a good chance to win. Mahomes can be his prolific playmaking self because his receivers are wide open all the time. And both of them always had O-lines that never let them get touched. The kind of greatness we saw from the Patriots and now the Chiefs is not because of one guy on either team. It's a symbiotic relationship that rarely occurs but produces exponential effects. I think Allen is a guy who could be part of that kind of greatness. I'm starting to doubt that we have the other component that makes the magical brew. "I think Allen is a guy who could be part of that kind of greatness. I'm starting to doubt that we have the other component that makes the magical brew." Well said right here. 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FireChans Posted February 18, 2023 Author Share Posted February 18, 2023 42 minutes ago, newcam2012 said: I am not keen on either Evans or Dhop. The cost for their production just isn't there. Dhop can't stay healthy and I agree with your Evans opinion. I rather cut ties and or trade Gabe and Mckenzie. They are replaceable. Beasley and Brown have earned their right to be in the street. Have to draft a WR and pick up another one or two via FA. Time to see what Shakir has to offer. Looks like the Bills met one get away in Hodges. who do you want? Your plan has Diggs + Shakir + ?????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DapperCam Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 Evans could be an even better Gabe Davis. He actually makes contested catches. Imagine that heave at the end of the Jets game. Bet it wouldn’t have bounced off Evans’ chest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cba fan Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 (edited) 7 hours ago, GolfandBills said: Were you seeing this at? Everything I’ve seen says the team takes on full contract terms with a trade. No. The sign bonus already paid comes due immediately for the Bucs then the remainder of the contract is responsibility of the new team. https://www.spotrac.com/nfl/tampa-bay-buccaneers/mike-evans-14416/ he has a base of 14 mill and a roster bonus of 1.5 mill for 2023. Bills would be responsible for that but can work out restructure/extension and lower that considerably. Edited February 18, 2023 by cba fan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newcam2012 Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 23 minutes ago, FireChans said: who do you want? Your plan has Diggs + Shakir + ?????? Sign Chark and Draft a WR. (1) It's all about protecting Allen. He can make Wrs productive. (2) Dorsey has to be better. His offensive scheme was bad. More motion, more passes to the RBs, vary the routes, etc... Allen just need a serviceable consistent run game and a solid offensive pass scheme. Dorsey was calling plays basically one play at a time. Plays weren't designed to set each other up. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Vader Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 7 hours ago, HappyDays said: I wouldn't hate it but it looked to me like he lost a step last year. He isn't explosive which is the biggest element our offense is missing. If we're going to trade for that style of WR I would prefer DeAndre Hopkins, and it's already been reported that he is in fact available for trade. How much of a cap hit would the Bills take if they traded for Hopkins? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr.Sack Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 Two 30 year olds at WR? No thank you. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billl Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 Bills should have traded for Tyreek. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Vader Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 1 hour ago, Billl said: Bills fans are about to learn an uncomfortable truth about the salary cap. It’s not a documentary, but it’s based on a true story. We learned that when John Butler was the GM. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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buffblue Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 10 hours ago, FireChans said: The Bucs are tanking. They are taking a $35M cap hit on the chin for Brady next season. Mike Evans will be 30 next year. Last year of his contract. A pre 6/1 trade costs them a massive cap penalty, 21M, with only 2M in savings. Post 6/1, they save $14M and spread it over two seasons. What does a 30 year old WR without a contract go for on a team that is about to have 2-3 years of pain? A second and a fourth? Hell no. You are insane to trade valuable picks for a past his prime receiver on the last year of his contract. This can't be serious, right? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
In Summary Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 Trading draft picks for 30 year old expensive players instead of getting younger and cheaper? No thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlgarsh Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 13 hours ago, SCBills said: Are we extending Gabe Davis? If not, I’m certainly open to sending Gabe to Tampa for Mike Evans. Still need to draft a WR early. Then we can platoon Beasley and Shakir in the slot. I like this scenario Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H2o Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 I don't think I trade for Evans. It's pretty much a 1 year rental, he's expensive, and he's been known to drop some easy passes in big moments as well. Not big on trading picks for a 1 year rental, especially if I don't feel he puts us over the top. As far as his age goes? He's 100 days older than Stef. The age isn't as big of a factor as everyone is making it out to be. For my $$$ though, I'll say it again, give me Jakobi Meyers. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSE Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 He reminds me of Isaiah Hodgins Sure, go trade for him 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicken Boo Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 8 hours ago, newcam2012 said: Sign Chark and Draft a WR. (1) It's all about protecting Allen. He can make Wrs productive. (2) Dorsey has to be better. His offensive scheme was bad. More motion, more passes to the RBs, vary the routes, etc... Allen just need a serviceable consistent run game and a solid offensive pass scheme. Dorsey was calling plays basically one play at a time. Plays weren't designed to set each other up. Injury issues aside, I love DJ Chark's game and think he'd be an excellent compliment to Stefon. Agree 100% on Dorsey. I disagree on a serviceable run game for Allen though. I believe this team relies on Josh's arm too much and this team needs a RB and running game they can lean on. Part of protecting Josh, is protecting him from himself (turnovers). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FireChans Posted February 18, 2023 Author Share Posted February 18, 2023 6 hours ago, buffblue said: Hell no. You are insane to trade valuable picks for a past his prime receiver on the last year of his contract. This can't be serious, right? We could get another AJE or Boogie Basham or Cody Ford. Good point. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrimeTime101 Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 16 hours ago, wppete said: Sign Poyer and trade him for Evans now thats madden 101 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewEra Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 Good post. I’m impressed 😉 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmur66 Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 I secretly hoped Gabe Davis would turn into Mike Evans. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicken Boo Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 3 minutes ago, bmur66 said: I secretly hoped Gabe Davis would turn into Mike Evans. I'd settle for Vincent Jackson. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Says Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 17 hours ago, GolfandBills said: Were you seeing this at? Everything I’ve seen says the team takes on full contract terms with a trade. You don't take on the pro rated signing bonuses Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nextmanup Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 18 hours ago, FireChans said: The Bucs are tanking. They are taking a $35M cap hit on the chin for Brady next season. Mike Evans will be 30 next year. Last year of his contract. A pre 6/1 trade costs them a massive cap penalty, 21M, with only 2M in savings. Post 6/1, they save $14M and spread it over two seasons. What does a 30 year old WR without a contract go for on a team that is about to have 2-3 years of pain? A second and a fourth? I have no idea what he would get paid, or if we can afford it with our tight cap room. But hell yes, I'd love to have him on this team next season. What Bills fan wouldn't? He is EXACTLY the sort of thing we desperately need: an elite No. 2 receiver so Diggs doesn't have to do it all and Josh has more bodies to find out in the field. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCOrange Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 Evans is great and I'd gladly take him here if Tampa looks to shop him. Everything I've heard out of Tampa is that he's a Buc for life though. Feels like Chris Godwin might be more attainable if Tampa decides to sell off their roster. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo03 Posted February 18, 2023 Share Posted February 18, 2023 18 hours ago, HappyDays said: I wouldn't hate it but it looked to me like he lost a step last year. He isn't explosive which is the biggest element our offense is missing. If we're going to trade for that style of WR I would prefer DeAndre Hopkins, and it's already been reported that he is in fact available for trade. You're being fooled. Did you see Tampa Bay's offense as a whole last year? 8 hours ago, buffblue said: Hell no. You are insane to trade valuable picks for a past his prime receiver on the last year of his contract. This can't be serious, right? Past prime? 🤦♂️ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
letsgoteam Posted February 19, 2023 Share Posted February 19, 2023 Can he cover punts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuvian Posted February 19, 2023 Share Posted February 19, 2023 I'd prefer some defenders who can tackle in snow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purple haze Posted February 19, 2023 Share Posted February 19, 2023 On 2/17/2023 at 12:42 PM, GolfandBills said: How we going to fit his 23 million cap hit? Give him an extension, lower cap hit in first two years of the contract. Once TV money hits the cap will go up exponentially in next couple years so back end of contract might not be that bad either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BADOLBILZ Posted February 19, 2023 Share Posted February 19, 2023 11 hours ago, Chicken Boo said: I'd settle for Vincent Jackson. https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/32925482/vincent-jackson-died-chronic-alcohol-use-medical-examiner-says Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BADOLBILZ Posted February 19, 2023 Share Posted February 19, 2023 14 hours ago, H2o said: I don't think I trade for Evans. It's pretty much a 1 year rental, he's expensive, and he's been known to drop some easy passes in big moments as well. Not big on trading picks for a 1 year rental, especially if I don't feel he puts us over the top. As far as his age goes? He's 100 days older than Stef. The age isn't as big of a factor as everyone is making it out to be. For my $$$ though, I'll say it again, give me Jakobi Meyers. They aren't the same type of investment though. Meyers is probably getting $40M or more guaranteed..........Evans in this scenario is $14M. Ultimately, I think you want to get below those kind of price points for WR2-WR3 in 2024. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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