Generic_Bills_Fan Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 2 minutes ago, RiotAct said: lol. Wasn’t he like a 4th alternate or something, anyway? True lol but he was still a heck of a lot closer to the worst guard in the league than the best 😂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reed83HOF Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stlbills13 Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 Hopefully this also means a little more commitment to the run game with Cook and Harris 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExWNYer Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 2 minutes ago, DrDawkinstein said: Gonna have to give me some time on this one. As someone who spent the last 2 months banging the board for the Bills to draft IOL, Torrence was my least favorite prospect. Would rather have snagged Tippman or Schmitz. Torrence reminds me too much of Cody Ford. I hope he does well. I appreciate the pick at OL. But I'll have to come around on this one in time. They weren't options. Both had already been drafted. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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The Jokeman Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 1 minute ago, That's No Moon said: I'm not. And listed at 348 for Florida. Meh I hope I'm wrong but stand by my thoughts. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo_Stampede Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 3 minutes ago, DrDawkinstein said: Gonna have to give me some time on this one. As someone who spent the last 2 months banging the board for the Bills to draft IOL, Torrence was my least favorite prospect. Would rather have snagged Tippman or Schmitz. Torrence reminds me too much of Cody Ford. I hope he does well. I appreciate the pick at OL. But I'll have to come around on this one in time. It is almost copy and paste with these 2 prospects other than Ford didn’t have any to play inside, felt more comfortable at OT. Torrence is a natural mauling RG. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Roundybout Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 4 minutes ago, DrDawkinstein said: Gonna have to give me some time on this one. As someone who spent the last 2 months banging the board for the Bills to draft IOL, Torrence was my least favorite prospect. Would rather have snagged Tippman or Schmitz. Torrence reminds me too much of Cody Ford. I hope he does well. I appreciate the pick at OL. But I'll have to come around on this one in time. Why do you say that? Footwork? I noticed that was a negative of Torrence’s, that he sometimes puts his toes out too far Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrDawkinstein Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 Just now, ExWNYer said: They weren't options. Both had already been drafted. I understand that. I was hoping we could jump the Giants for JMS. I'm not saying Beane screwed up. I'm merely talking about player preference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Jokeman Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 (edited) 2 minutes ago, NoSaint said: At least interior where he can be more of a phone booth guy. I bet Josh will sneak to his side more often Yeah not like anyone uses pulling guards anymore. Edited April 29, 2023 by The Jokeman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColoradoBills Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 1 minute ago, Buffalo_Stampede said: It is almost copy and paste with these 2 prospects other than Ford didn’t have any to play inside, felt more comfortable at OT. Torrence is a natural mauling RG. Thank you. I don't see the comparison at all. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo_Stampede Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 Just now, Roundybout said: Why do you say that? Footwork? I noticed that was a negative of Torrence’s, that he sometimes puts his toes out too far They’re similar prospects but doesn’t mean anything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boyst Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 Just now, ALLEN1QB said: That mirror looks a little crooked by the way. Not even funny. The vanity was a high end type, marble of course but the mirrors which went with it were cheap so they were a B word to mount. I measured and laser leveled a *****ton. I still have some drywall repair because it was a PITA 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reed83HOF Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 @Beck Water 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DapperCam Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 6 minutes ago, DrDawkinstein said: Gonna have to give me some time on this one. As someone who spent the last 2 months banging the board for the Bills to draft IOL, Torrence was my least favorite prospect. Would rather have snagged Tippman or Schmitz. Torrence reminds me too much of Cody Ford. I hope he does well. I appreciate the pick at OL. But I'll have to come around on this one in time. Wasn’t Ford supposedly athletic? This guy is supposed to be an immovable object but isn’t considered athletic at all. He should be great in pass protection at least. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo_Stampede Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 (edited) 1 minute ago, ColoradoBills said: Thank you. I don't see the comparison at all. The comparison would be athletic profiles. That’s where it ends. Torrence a natural RG. Edited April 29, 2023 by Buffalo_Stampede Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bearcat Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 (edited) Honestly with the top OT and C prospects gone. How can you not like the pick? Giving Josh a weapon and protection Edited April 29, 2023 by bearcat 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chaos Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 1 minute ago, ColoradoBills said: Thank you. I don't see the comparison at all. The fact that Torrence had zero penalties last year suggests a substantially higher football IQ than Ford. 4 3 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExWNYer Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 Just now, DrDawkinstein said: I understand that. I was hoping we could jump the Giants for JMS. I'm not saying Beane screwed up. I'm merely talking about player preference. He was already short on draft capital due to the trade up for Kincaid. A trade up in the 2nd was not likely, IMO. Torrence is a big body inside which they were lacking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColoradoBills Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 Just now, Reed83HOF said: @Beck Water Um? Plug and Play at RG. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wizard Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 Yes! Best OL available and improves the whole line. Solid A pick. Now...get our linebacker and add depth. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Turk Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 (edited) Brandon Beane have a draft why don't ya... Edited April 29, 2023 by Big Turk 3 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bangarang Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 He didn’t give up a sack in his entire college career. Is that good? 3 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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TampaBillsJunkie Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 I was happy with Kincaid but was hoping for Torrence. This is the best of both worlds. I did not see either of these guys dropping to the Bills in Rd. 2. 100% smiles tonight. If somehow we land Simpson or Sanders in the 3rd, I will do backflips. At this point I would trade up to nail one of these LB's. After that we are set and extra picks are just luxury crapshoots. 4 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cle23 Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 Just now, Bangarang said: He didn’t give up a sack in his entire college career. Is that good? To be fair, neither did I. 12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrDawkinstein Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 2 minutes ago, Roundybout said: Why do you say that? Footwork? I noticed that was a negative of Torrence’s, that he sometimes puts his toes out too far That. Cant get out on the move that well. He can push straight ahead well, but is soft if he has to move laterally. Plus I dont like how that Florida team played so not high on players coming out of there. I dunno. I dont want to bag on the kid too bad. I'm cheering for him now that he is a Bill. Just wish the draft went differently. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColoradoBills Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 1 minute ago, Buffalo_Stampede said: The comparison would be athletic profiles. Cody was a RT. He couldn't do that and couldn't move to RG. I see your "athletic" point, but Torrence is a full-time natural RG. Let's see what an NFL camp will do with him. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrimeTime101 Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 Sorry guys, Other than PFf and what video's I watched, I did not study guard/center this year. Is this guy an immediate starter? or a guy who will fight for position? @NewEra your my to go guy on questions like this? what say you sir? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Wiz Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 Just now, Bangarang said: He didn’t give up a sack in his entire college career. Is that good? 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sven233 Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 The front office was obviously just as annoyed as we were watching defenders fly by Saffold and Bates in 2-3 steps and making them look like turnstiles consistently last season. They are finally investing in the O-Line with young and hungry players instead of aging discounted vets that are passed their prime. A little worried about his size limiting his movement, but our strength and conditioning staff should be able to help him there. Excited to have a huge mauler on the line again, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roundybout Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 Retire his number, I’ve heard enough 3 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bearcat Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 https://www.nfldraftbuzz.com/Player/O'Cyrus-Torrence-OL-Louisiana 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MPT Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 10 minutes ago, The Jokeman said: I always worry when I hear non athletic and offensive lineman. Especially with guys that weigh more than 335. I hope I'm wrong but don't like this guy, I see a tub of goo. Try running through a tub of goo to sack a QB. Not so easy eh? Better than the tubs of "sorry sir let me get out of your way" guards we've been rotating the past few years. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coach Tuesday Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 I’m not sold on the approach here although I get the value. Assume they’re gonna put Torrence next to Dawkins, so does this mean Dawkins doesn’t kick inside in a couple of years? More importantly, you’ve got the left side of the line set up for a power scheme now, but not really the right side. And running screen passes behind Dawkins and Torrence and asking them to get downfield and block? I don’t think so. Just an odd schematic fit to me but they’ve been doing this mismatch thing on the o-line for most of McD’s tenure. 1 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffaloboyinATL Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 18 minutes ago, Billz4ever said: Tremendous value to get him in the second. Never thought that would be possible. Like Cody Ford kind of value? ( just kidding. I love the pick!) 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chaos Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 https://www.gatorsports.com/story/sports/college/football/2023/04/28/florida-gators-ol-ocyrus-torrence-taken-by-in-nfl-draft/70126414007/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrDawkinstein Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 1 minute ago, Coach Tuesday said: I’m not sold on the approach here although I get the value. Assume they’re gonna put Torrence next to Dawkins, so does this mean Dawkins doesn’t kick inside in a couple of years? More importantly, you’ve got the left side of the line set up for a power scheme now, but not really the right side. And running screen passes behind Dawkins and Torrence and asking them to get downfield and block? I don’t think so. Just an odd schematic fit to me but they’ve been doing this mismatch thing on the o-line for most of McD’s tenure. Torrence RG only. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WMDman Posted April 29, 2023 Share Posted April 29, 2023 Thought he was in consideration in the first round thrilled we got him in the second Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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