bananathumb Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 "Look for the Panthers to sign and trade Peppers for a first round pick this year, possibly through the franchise player tag. At least Panthers fans would have the draft to look forward to. Lets hope for a mid first rounder" The quote is only from a Panther fan site, but if there is any truth to the prediction, would you do it? I would, mainly because I can't see any player available at #11 who would fit our needs at DE as well as Julius Peppers. It would cost a bundle, but winning usually does. (I realize that what I just said makes it impossible, given Wilson's cheapness.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ans4e64 Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 "Look for the Panthers to sign and trade Peppers for a first round pick this year, possibly through the franchise player tag. At least Panthers fans would have the draft to look forward to. Lets hope for a mid first rounder" The quote is only from a Panther fan site, but if there is any truth to the prediction, would you do it? I would, mainly because I can't see any player available at #11 who would fit our needs at DE as well as Julius Peppers. It would cost a bundle, but winning usually does. (I realize that what I just said makes it impossible, given Wilson's cheapness.) That might actually be the best scenario for the Bills. On the open market, we're never going to get a guy like Peppers to come here, and even if we did, he'd probably demand much more cash than if he played in any other city. This way, the Panthers do the dirty work (in contract negotiations) and we could reap the benefits, all for the pick we'd probably use to select an unproven DE anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lets_go_bills Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 I'd do that trade. Peppers for our first, straight up. Problem is, Peppers wants to play OLB in a 3-4. So unless he changes his mind, I don't see it happening. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tcali Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 "Look for the Panthers to sign and trade Peppers for a first round pick this year, possibly through the franchise player tag. At least Panthers fans would have the draft to look forward to. Lets hope for a mid first rounder" The quote is only from a Panther fan site, but if there is any truth to the prediction, would you do it? I would, mainly because I can't see any player available at #11 who would fit our needs at DE as well as Julius Peppers. It would cost a bundle, but winning usually does. (I realize that what I just said makes it impossible, given Wilson's cheapness.) Lets hope we get that deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H2o Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 Wouldn't do it for the guy if it's a one year franchise tender. He could walk after next season and that would be like we threw away our 1st rounder. I'd do it if he singed a long term contract with the Bills, but I don't see him really wanting to do that. Money talks though, so anything is possible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ans4e64 Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 Wouldn't do it for the guy if it's a one year franchise tender. He could walk after next season and that would be like we threw away our 1st rounder. I'd do it if he singed a long term contract with the Bills, but I don't see him really wanting to do that. Money talks though, so anything is possible. I think they were implying they would use the franchise to keep him there, while formulating a contract, and then trading him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuckyFillUps Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 I would take that trade. frick yeah. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MartyBall4Buffalo Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 Julius Peppers, Chris Kelsay.... Peppers.....Kelsay....Peppers.... or Kelsay?!?! Hmm I'm gonna have to say Heck yes in a second I'd do this trade. The question is would the Bills? Probably not. Peppers lack of things like High Motor, and team leader aren't high enough to be on the priority board for the Bills. The sad fact that he has 17 sacks in the past 2 years with 07 being a rather big down year, and it still matches what Kelsay has done in 6 seasons, is reason enough. He may want to play in a 3-4 scheme, but he's fully capable of being uber productive in a 4-3. It would be a no brainer for the Bills to consider. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cantankerous Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 That would be the day. When pigs fly and me sh-- turns purple and smells like rainbow sherbet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Real Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 No thanks. He can just walk away next year and has no interest in our scheme, so he surely will. I hate our whole defensive line so I'm open to suggestions but I doubt this one works out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLZFAN4LIFE Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 Peppers is overrated and under motivated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MartyBall4Buffalo Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 Peppers is overrated and under motivated. 5 of his 7 years he's had over 10 sacks averages almost 4 forced fumbles a year about 50 tackles has 4 picks, and averages 6 passes defensed a season. Compared to what exactly is he "overrated"? sh-- compared to our sad sack group he would be a god send. The next Bruce Smith isn't coming along anytime soon. I'll settle for the guy who averages 10 sacks a season, at our position of greatest need. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keepthefaith Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 I'd do that trade. Peppers for our first, straight up. Problem is, Peppers wants to play OLB in a 3-4. So unless he changes his mind, I don't see it happening. I would do it too. More likely he becomes a Patriot or even a Dolphin. They play a 3-4 and have front offices that are not afraid to acquire top talent and pay for it. I'd bet the Dolphins new ownership will be aggressive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keepthefaith Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 That would be the day. When pigs fly and me sh-- turns purple and smells like rainbow sherbet. Sad but true and funny! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lofton80 Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 Excellant take. I would take him in a heartbeat if he would agree to an extension. 5 of his 7 years he's had over 10 sacks averages almost 4 forced fumbles a year about 50 tackles has 4 picks, and averages 6 passes defensed a season. Compared to what exactly is he "overrated"? sh-- compared to our sad sack group he would be a god send. The next Bruce Smith isn't coming along anytime soon. I'll settle for the guy who averages 10 sacks a season, at our position of greatest need. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilson from Gamehendge Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 5 of his 7 years he's had over 10 sacks averages almost 4 forced fumbles a year about 50 tackles has 4 picks, and averages 6 passes defensed a season. Compared to what exactly is he "overrated"? sh-- compared to our sad sack group he would be a god send. The next Bruce Smith isn't coming along anytime soon. I'll settle for the guy who averages 10 sacks a season, at our position of greatest need. Compared to what the Bills DO have...Peppers IS Bruce Smith. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thoner7 Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 Honestly, I see Evertte Brown becoming the next Dwight Freeny. Peppers would be around for what, 3 or 4 years. Id rather get Brown for 10-12. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NavarreFL_Bills_Fan Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 My wife is a Panthers fan so we watch them every so often. Julius Peppers is a great player with the skill and the motor. Problem is, the guy wants to get paid, and he wants to win. Both are reasons he probably doesn't come to the Bills. Even if we trade for his rights after the Panthers negotiate a deal, the bills are going to be paying top dollar for him....which I don't see RW doing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bisonbrigade Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 I would do you it before the penny hit the floor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NavarreFL_Bills_Fan Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 I still think the Bills go DE in the second round....its a financial decision as much as it is a football one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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