Vikings want to interview Terrance Gray for GM

[NoSaint]

53 minutes ago, buffaloboyinATL said:

Everyone talks about "coaching trees" but Beane is out here building up a nice little GM tree.  The front office must be doing something right.  

I think we all commented that he assembled a very solid and well regarded staff on the front end- makes sense we’d see this a few years down the road 

[hondo in seattle]

50 minutes ago, boyst said:

100% want him gone regardless how good he is - he's not better than a 3rd round draft pick. Love this system and we need to make sure we sew seeds to make this happen every couple years.  A 3rd for trading up is a good value.

 

I'm not so sure...

 

Around 15–20% of third‑round picks become solid multi‑year starters or better.

About 25–40% become at least part‑time starters or significant rotational players at some point.

Roughly 60–70% end up as backups, special teamers, or wash out fairly quickly (high “bust” rate).

 

perthirtysix.com/essay/nfl-draft-expected-value-curve

 

I'd rather have a good personnel guy who helps us build a strong roster than, for example, a backup linebacker.

 

 

[boyst]

1 minute ago, hondo in seattle said:

 

I'm not so sure...

 

Around 15–20% of third‑round picks become solid multi‑year starters or better.

About 25–40% become at least part‑time starters or significant rotational players at some point.

Roughly 60–70% end up as backups, special teamers, or wash out fairly quickly (high “bust” rate).

 

perthirtysix.com/essay/nfl-draft-expected-value-curve

 

I'd rather have a good personnel guy who helps us build a strong roster than, for example, a backup linebacker.

 

 

Front office executives are easier to find than a backup LB on a rebuilding defense. 

[Got 2 Billieve]

I'll take the third round pick.  That can even be used as leverage to get back into second round perhaps. 

[Kirby Jackson]

I think that the timing is interesting. We joke about the quality of the 2027 draft compared to 2026. Both @gonzo1105 and @GunnerBill talked about how a 3rd in 2027 might look like a 2nd in 2026. We would be adding a quality pick in 2027 and 2028. You also may be getting a 4th or 5th for Edwards. You picked up the Raiders 7th too if I recall. That’s good ammo in a great draft. 

[Puckman5]

1 hour ago, MiltonWaddams said:

I know very little about what his role has been or any of his accomplishmentsduring his time in Buffalo. But, I do know that two 3rd round picks in the coming drafts are sizeable assets. I wish this incredible man who has done the best job ever for Buffalo with nothing but pure class and professionalism nothing but the best as he moves forward with Minnesota.

One hell of a job he's done here. Heard he was the main driver behind drafting Josh Allen.  TG is a stud!

[RyanC883]

1 hour ago, Kirby Jackson said:

The scouting department has been excellent. They say day 3 of the draft is led by the scouts more than anyone else. The Bills have been as good, or better, than anyone on day 3. 

 

It's day 1-2 that are really the issue in terms of finding blue-chip talent.  We seem to find good-very good (but not "elite") starters routinely on day 3.  

18 minutes ago, Kirby Jackson said:

I think that the timing is interesting. We joke about the quality of the 2027 draft compared to 2026. Both @gonzo1105 and @GunnerBill talked about how a 3rd in 2027 might look like a 2nd in 2026. We would be adding a quality pick in 2027 and 2028. You also may be getting a 4th or 5th for Edwards. You picked up the Raiders 7th too if I recall. That’s good ammo in a great draft. 

 

perhaps we could make a huge package to go up from 32 in Rd. 1 to grab a WR

 

But in 2027, we may have day 1 openings at OG and S.  

[Kirby Jackson]

2 hours ago, RyanC883 said:

 

It's day 1-2 that are really the issue in terms of finding blue-chip talent.  We seem to find good-very good (but not "elite") starters routinely on day 3.  

 

perhaps we could make a huge package to go up from 32 in Rd. 1 to grab a WR

 

But in 2027, we may have day 1 openings at OG and S.  

For sure. The scouts have more say on day 3 than on day 1. Obviously they’ve built the board but early in the draft Beane really calls the shots.

 

You may be able to go up to get the WR in 2027. You’d have an extra 3rd and maybe 5th or something like that. There are some star WRs. You won’t be able to get Jeremiah Smith but there are other future #1’s in 2027. You could move to the middle of round 1. 

Edited Wednesday at 07:21 PM by Kirby Jackson

[SoonerBillsFan]

He deserves a shot as a GM.

[Sierra Foothills]

2 hours ago, Robert Paulson said:

Terry should put him on the plane today to MSP. Smart guy. He will look good in purple and we need the picks.

 

2 hours ago, custcarcen said:

How about we offer Minnesota a 7th round pick to hire him.

 

It's easier than that... Terry just has to commit to paying half of Gray's compensation.

 

Easy peasy...

 

[Ed_Formerly_of_Roch]

4 hours ago, Kirby Jackson said:

Sorry if this was posted elsewhere. Tom Pelissaro reported it earlier today that I saw. 
 

Before anyone asks, if hired as GM, the Bills would receive a compensatory 3rd round selection in each of the next 2 drafts.

 

Yes, but the pick will go to NE!

[gonzo1105]

1 hour ago, RyanC883 said:

 

It's day 1-2 that are really the issue in terms of finding blue-chip talent.  We seem to find good-very good (but not "elite") starters routinely on day 3.  

 

perhaps we could make a huge package to go up from 32 in Rd. 1 to grab a WR

 

But in 2027, we may have day 1 openings at OG and S.  

Don’t think you’ll have to make a huge jump for a top flight WR next year even at 32. 
 

Obviously Jeremiah Smith and Cam Coleman will most likely hog the spotlight but there are a bunch of other guys next year who can turn into an NFL # 1 WR.

 

Other guys who I think have a strong chance to go round 1 are: 

 

Ryan Williams  Alabama (not a huge fan but has a year to change my mind) 

 

Nick Marsh Indiana. 6’3 215. Stats won’t jump off the screen but he was at Mich State the last two years and now is at Indiana where he’ll have Josh Hoover throwing him the ball and Charlie Becker opposite him 

 

Charlie Becker Indiana 6’4 210- # 3 WR last year but with Sarratt and Cooper gone will be thrust into a huge role this year 

TJ Moore Clemson 6’3 200- Has all the tools to be a breakout WR this year if Clemson can get consistent QB and OC play calling. 
 

Bryant Wesco Clemson 6’2 185- See above about Clemson 

 

Ryan Wingo Texas 6’2 215- had 850 yards last season and hopefully will have a more consistent Arch this year 

 

Mike Matthews Tennessee 6’1 200- Dock two rounds for being a TN WR haha 

 

Braylon Staley Tennessee 6’1 190 - See above 

 

 

Then you just have some big athletic freaks 

 

Nyck Harbor South Carolina  6’5 235

Ian Strong Cal 6’3 210 

KJ Duff Rutgers 6’6 225

Duce Robinson Florida State 6’6 222

Nic Anderson LSU 6’4 210 

Reed Harris Arizona State 6’5 217 

Isaiah Horton Texas A&M 6’4 210

 

Now I’m not saying that all of these guys in the first group are going to be first round but this list shows you how many body type freaks there will be in next years draft at WR. Some of these guys will go back to school and this list doesn’t even include the normal sized explosive WRs in next years draft like Mario Craver. 
 

I just wanted to highlight the potential huge WRs in next years draft that will be found throughout in all rounds 

Edited Wednesday at 06:11 PM by gonzo1105

[custcarcen]

3 hours ago, buffaloboyinATL said:

Everyone talks about "coaching trees" but Beane is out here building up a nice little GM tree.  The front office must be doing something right.  

The Bills do have the best won/loss record in professional sports since 2020 which is a tribute to Brandon Beane and the organization.

[Kirby Jackson]

37 minutes ago, gonzo1105 said:

Don’t think you’ll have to make a huge jump for a top flight WR next year even at 32. 
 

Obviously Jeremiah Smith and Cam Coleman will most likely hog the spotlight but there are a bunch of other guys next year who can turn into an NFL # 1 WR.

 

Other guys who I think have a strong chance to go round 1 are: 

 

Ryan Williams  Alabama (not a huge fan but has a year to change my mind) 

 

Nick Marsh Indiana. 6’3 215. Stats won’t jump off the screen but he was at Mich State the last two years and now is at Indiana where he’ll have Josh Hoover throwing him the ball and Charlie Becker opposite him 

 

Charlie Becker Indiana 6’4 210- # 3 WR last year but with Sarratt and Cooper gone will be thrust into a huge role this year 

TJ Moore Clemson 6’3 200- Has all the tools to be a breakout WR this year if Clemson can get consistent QB and OC play calling. 
 

Bryant Wesco Clemson 6’2 185- See above about Clemson 

 

Ryan Wingo Texas 6’2 215- had 850 yards last season and hopefully will have a more consistent Arch this year 

 

Mike Matthews Tennessee 6’1 200- Dock two rounds for being a TN WR haha 

 

Braylon Staley Tennessee 6’1 190 - See above 

 

 

Then you just have some big athletic freaks 

 

Nyck Harbor South Carolina  6’5 235

Ian Strong Cal 6’3 210 

KJ Duff Rutgers 6’6 225

Duce Robinson Florida State 6’6 222

Nic Anderson LSU 6’4 210 

Reed Harris Arizona State 6’5 217 

Isaiah Horton Texas A&M 6’4 210

 

Now I’m not saying that all of these guys in the first group are going to be first round but this list shows you how many body type freaks there will be in next years draft at WR. Some of these guys will go back to school and this list doesn’t even include the normal sized explosive WRs in next years draft like Mario Craver. 
 

I just wanted to highlight the potential huge WRs in next years draft that will be found throughout in all rounds 

Nyck Harbor is maybe the most physically gifted WR I’ve ever seen. Lol, I have no idea if he’s a good WR. 

[Gregg]

1 hour ago, SoonerBillsFan said:

He deserves a shot as a GM.

 

Beane could always step down as GM and just remain President of Football Ops.

[machine gun kelly]

For no other reason than his benefit, I hope he does well.  KOC is a good coach.  If it also gives. Some comp picks, great.

[BillyJoeBills]

It would be great to get 3rd rd comps, but we’ll see if the Vikings are open to hiring an outsider:
As of early May 2026, Rob Brzezinski, the team's long-time executive vice president of football operations and interim GM, is considered the overwhelming favorite to become the permanent Minnesota Vikings General Manager. 

[DJB]

If T Gray was a non minority we would all be mad about this lol

 

Thats how ridiculous this minority draft pick compensation is

[Sierra Foothills]

4 hours ago, gonzo1105 said:

Don’t think you’ll have to make a huge jump for a top flight WR next year even at 32. Obviously Jeremiah Smith and Cam Coleman will most likely hog the spotlight but there are a bunch of other guys next year who can turn into an NFL # 1 WR. Other guys who I think have a strong chance to go round 1 are:

 

TJ Moore Clemson 6’3 200- Has all the tools to be a breakout WR this year if Clemson can get consistent QB and OC play calling. 

 

Ryan Williams  Alabama (not a huge fan but has a year to change my mind) 

 

Nick Marsh Indiana. 6’3 215. Stats won’t jump off the screen but he was at Mich State the last two years and now is at Indiana where he’ll have Josh Hoover throwing him the ball and Charlie Becker opposite him 

 

Charlie Becker Indiana 6’4 210- # 3 WR last year but with Sarratt and Cooper gone will be thrust into a huge role this year 
 

Bryant Wesco Clemson 6’2 185- See above about Clemson 

 

Ryan Wingo Texas 6’2 215- had 850 yards last season and hopefully will have a more consistent Arch this year 

 

Mike Matthews Tennessee 6’1 200- Dock two rounds for being a TN WR haha 

 

Braylon Staley Tennessee 6’1 190 - See above 

 

Then you just have some big athletic freaks 

 

Nyck Harbor South Carolina  6’5 235

Ian Strong Cal 6’3 210 

KJ Duff Rutgers 6’6 225

Duce Robinson Florida State 6’6 222

Nic Anderson LSU 6’4 210 

Reed Harris Arizona State 6’5 217 

Isaiah Horton Texas A&M 6’4 210

 

Now I’m not saying that all of these guys in the first group are going to be first round but this list shows you how many body type freaks there will be in next years draft at WR. Some of these guys will go back to school and this list doesn’t even include the normal sized explosive WRs in next years draft like Mario Craver. 
 

I just wanted to highlight the potential huge WRs in next years draft that will be found throughout in all rounds 

 

You mean the Bills could draft a TJ for the 3rd year in a row?!!!!!?!!!????????!?!?!??!

 

Edited Wednesday at 10:10 PM by Sierra Foothills

[Mikie2times]

McD developed Gray. In fact he is Gray's father.