PromoTheRobot Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 Despite the breathless predictions of decapitated QB's by certain folks, our O-line, especially tackles Walker and Chambers, played very well against pro Bowl caliber rushers. But the question now is when, or even if, Peters gets back in the starting lineup? There's an old adage in the NFL: someone is right behind you to take your job. Peters and his agent not only assumed the Bills would miss Peters, but that no one could possibly replace him. But so far both Walker and Chambers are doing a great job. So if you're Jauron, do you get Peters back in the lineup just because he was your Pro Bowl starter last year, or do you stick with the line you have as long as they perform? PTR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nemhoff Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 PTR, I hope that he starts listening to somebody other than his agent. NFL is not for long and he needs to realize that there are a lot of dudes that would love to play in his spot. I think that he has some earning to do for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2020 Our Year For Sure Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 Its great to know Chambers is an adequate fill-in after the debacle we saw from him last year, but he will never be the athlete Peters is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nemhoff Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 I still say that he has to earn it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt in KC Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 If you don't start Peters at LT, surely you'd find somewhere else to plug him in, like TE and the kick return wedge, right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nemhoff Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 Would love to see him on the field, but I am sure that some of his teammates are wanting to see him work his way on the field. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PromoTheRobot Posted September 8, 2008 Author Share Posted September 8, 2008 I'm predicting Peters will not be back too soon, especially if we win big next week. PTR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nemhoff Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 I'm predicting Peters will not be back too soon, especially if we win big next week. PTR exactly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PNW_Bills_Fan Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 exactly I think DJ plays a little hardball with Peter's Next week he inactive Third week Second String Fourth week maybe he gets into the starting lineup. It just depends on how the team is doing. If it is not broke don't fix it. I don't care how good Peters thinks he is. (But I believe he will be starting by week 4) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MRW Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 There's sticking to your guns, and then there's cutting off your nose to spite your face. I'm glad the Bills didn't give in to Peters, and I'm ecstatic the line performed as well as it did against Seattle. However, when Peters is in game shape, it would be ludicrous to keep him off the field to prove some further point, IMO. Saying that the Bills line is better without him is wishful thinking at its finest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jarthur31 Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 Despite the breathless predictions of decapitated QB's by certain folks, our O-line, especially tackles Walker and Chambers, played very well against pro Bowl caliber rushers. But the question now is when, or even if, Peters gets back in the starting lineup? There's an old adage in the NFL: someone is right behind you to take your job. Peters and his agent not only assumed the Bills would miss Peters, but that no one could possibly replace him. But so far both Walker and Chambers are doing a great job. So if you're Jauron, do you get Peters back in the lineup just because he was your Pro Bowl starter last year, or do you stick with the line you have as long as they perform? PTR Oh no! Here's why: what depth do we have right now at OT? Do you trust that depth? See, that's why we NEED Peters to take back the LT position ASAP. I believe that we shouldn't use him till week 4 and I have a feeling he won't be activated next week vs. the Jags. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Senator Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 Jason who? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill from NYC Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 Despite the breathless predictions of decapitated QB's by certain folks, our O-line, especially tackles Walker and Chambers, played very well against pro Bowl caliber rushers. But the question now is when, or even if, Peters gets back in the starting lineup? There's an old adage in the NFL: someone is right behind you to take your job. Peters and his agent not only assumed the Bills would miss Peters, but that no one could possibly replace him. But so far both Walker and Chambers are doing a great job. So if you're Jauron, do you get Peters back in the lineup just because he was your Pro Bowl starter last year, or do you stick with the line you have as long as they perform? PTR Jason Peters did something that didn't help the Bills at all. I understand your anger; at the end I was even pissed off, but he will be back as soon as he is ready. He is too good to sit, it just won't happen. What I am hoping is that BADOLBILZ and other true draftniks will read this and explain to me how Chambers lasted until round 6, and was then cut. Make no mistake, I am not calling him a pro bowl OT, but he looked very good out there, and these guys are worth their weight in gold. He can even play LT in a pinch. Talking about contracts? Chambers has 3 kids and is probably playing for the minimum, or close to it. They should offer him a 5 year deal and see if he grabs it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VOR Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 As soon as he's ready, he starts at LT. Walker moves back to RT. Chambers goes to the bench, and the Bills (for you obie wan!) have great depth at OT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffaloboyinATL Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 Would love to see him on the field, but I am sure that some of his teammates are wanting to see him work his way on the field. I agree with this. Chambers and Walker proved to be a very capable tackle combo against a solid pass rushing team. I would love to see Peters play his way back into the mix but his position should not be given back to him automatically. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pine Barrens Mafia Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 Where, oh where, has Mickey gone? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Senator Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 How, exactly, do you explain to a starter, on a 3-0 team, who's been working his ass off since July (and the Spring OTAs) that, "Hey - Fat Boy's back - time for you to take a seat!" ????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill from NYC Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 How, exactly, do you explain to a starter, on a 3-0 team, who's been working his ass off since July (and the Spring OTAs) that, "Hey - Fat Boy's back - time for you to take a seat!" ????? Offer him a contract for 18 million over 5 years? Think about it, my elected official friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VOR Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 How, exactly, do you explain to a starter, on a 3-0 team, who's been working his ass off since July (and the Spring OTAs) that, "Hey - Fat Boy's back - time for you to take a seat!" ????? Chambers was a journeyman player before coming to the Bills. His brief appearance could make him millions in FA next year. Might be better for him to sit now and let that be the performance people last remember. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Senator Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 Offer him a contract for 18 million over 5 years? Think about it, my elected official friend. Only $18M? Now you dissin' me! How I gonna feed my family on $18M? (Can't wait to hear what they say 'bout Peters' physical - should be some word today.) GO BILLSSS!!!! 19 and 0 baby!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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