Flbillsfan#1 Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Sounds like another NC State player we have on the roster Yeah I KNOW I had HIGH HOPES for him also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigskyfan Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 another guy who in the future will be described as "we really like these guys in the locker room" by dick jeuron. Â a cheap alternative to a real starting linebacker Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Tomcat Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 His agent is Bus Cook!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â just kidding...carry on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tipster19 Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Ugh, this is from Chris Brown on BB.com Thomas has also played outside linebacker in his career, so if the report is accurate Thomas could be viewed as a potential replacement for Angelo Crowell who just signed with Tampa Bay earlier today.  Please no, come on Bills...you can do waaaaaay better I'm not ecstatic over this move but I do feel better about missing out on Crowell because I believe that the Bills' brass didn't think too much of Crowell other than him just being more of a depth LB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yasin's BILLS Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 all I gotta say, no sense in getting worked up over this guy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBLACK23 Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Man, this better not be the answer to our OLB woes. We better see Cato June signed tomorrow or something. I hate to say this but we are not signing any more top names out there we just filled are olb PAT THOMAS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steely Dan Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I just ordered my Pat Thomas jersey.    No, they played the Hack-A-Brady  Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsCelticsAngelsBama Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I get the feeling this is the FA LB signing for the offseason. We all ready have Digiorgio, Ellison, Buggs, Bowen, Poz, Mitchel and now Thomas. Other than Mitchell and MAYBE Poz, that list sounds like Camp Fodder... everywhere than here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TDRupp Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I hate to say this but we are not signing any more top names out there we just filled are olb PAT THOMAS Â Â I agree at some level. If the Bills can sign decent players for a good price and 1 year deals, they may sign more. Â However, it does not makes senses to sign more to me because they plan to fill their needs in the Draft and may a Trade. Â We will be Drafting or Trading for the following: Â 1. TE 2. DE (that may also play LB on 1st and 2nd down) think Maybin/E. Brown/Cushing/Barwin 3. OG/C Â Those are the key spots left to be filled, right? It is not too far fetched to think we can get those guys in Rounds 1-3 or 1-2 and a trade. Then we fill in for depth at S, OG/C, DT, RB and other positions with the rest of the draft. Add in an OT with the Round 1 pick we get (and more) if Peters forces a trade. Â Another thought I have is they really like Alvin Bowen or Derek Fine and feel they can step up into starter roles this year. Both are possible game 1 starters guys depending on how the draft breaks for us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dean Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 That's a terrible move. We've basically just added depth at the position with another terrible LB. Â Then again, a team that felt fine with Ellison probably enjoys the signing of a sixth round pick who played 9 games with the team we were able to score 50+ points on. Â Â Why is this a terrible move? The team needs bodies for camp, and preseason. It's only a terrible move if they don't make any better moves to address the LB situation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PNW_Bills_Fan Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Maybe they are doing one year deals because DJ will be gone if the Bills do not make the playoffs. This way the new coach can bring in there type of players. Maybe the front office has the big picture in mind? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Real Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Really? Going with the Madden stats? You either had it memorized or went straight to Madden to look it up, which tells me a lot. Â Â I'm sort of curious if everything you post on this board is this trite. Condescending much? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I 90 Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Leon Joe must not be answering his phone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davefan66 Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Maybe they are doing one year deals because DJ will be gone if the Bills do not make the playoffs. This way the new coach can bring in there type of players. Maybe the front office has the big picture in mind? Â If thats true, they may as well fire DJ now and get it over with. If they won't "give him the tools", he's already out the door. Â Don't know a thing about Thomas other than he had decent stats from last year, his only real year starting. Â Weren't the Bills pretty high on Bowen last year and wasn't he having a decent camp prior to being injured? Maybe he's the answer according to them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erik Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I hate to say this but we are not signing any more top names out there we just filled are olb PAT THOMAS Â It's March 19th...what top names are still out there in FA? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lets_go_bills Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I have a question. Â Who the phuck is Pat Thomas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chandler#81 Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 What? This thread isn't pinned?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Quint Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Leon Joe must not be answering his phone.  Yeah, KFC requires that you turn off your cell phone during your shift.    And I don't know what everyone's talking about as far as Thomas. His stats speak for himself. As far as I can remember, he's had a solid career with the Chiefs:  Derrick Thomas Glossary · ProBowl(*), 1st-team All-Pro(+) Def Interceptions Fumbles Tackles Year Age Tm Pos G GS Sk Int Yds TD Lng PD FF Fmb FR Yds TD Tkl Ast Sfty 1989* 22 KAN ROLB 16 16 10.0 3 0 1 0 0 75 1990*+ 23 KAN ROLB 15 15 20.0 6 0 2 14 0 63 1991*+ 24 KAN ROLB 16 15 13.5 4 0 4 23 1 79 1992* 25 KAN RLB/rolb 16 16 14.5 8 0 3 0 1 67 1993* 26 KAN ROLB 16 15 8.0 4 0 1 86 1 43 1994* 27 KAN RLB 16 15 11.0 3 0 3 11 0 65 6 1 1995* 28 KAN ROLB 15 15 8.0 2 0 1 0 0 48 5 1996* 29 KAN LOLB 16 14 13.0 4 0 1 0 0 47 8 1997* 30 KAN LOLB 12 10 9.5 3 0 0 0 0 28 6 1 1998 31 KAN LOLB 15 10 12.0 2 0 2 27 1 33 9 1 1999 32 KAN LLB 16 16 7.0 1 20 0 20 2 0 1 0 0 53 7 Career 169 157 126.5 1 20 0 20 41 0 19 161 4 601 41 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaGimp Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I'm sorry, any philosophy that is this in love with undersized guys is fundamentally flawed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfreak Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Of all the LB's they brought in for interviews, they sign the worst? Go figure, my guess is he was the cheapest $$$$$ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfreak Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Maybe they are doing one year deals because DJ will be gone if the Bills do not make the playoffs. This way the new coach can bring in there type of players. Maybe the front office has the big picture in mind? Why don't they just fire him now then, if they aren't going to get him any playoff caliber players? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrags Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Lets look at it this way. Maybe the bills signed a scrub to keep on the roster and told him during the interview that all they want him to do is take out Brady's knee on the first play of the first game we play the Pats. Told him that after he is banned from the league he will be set for life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cody Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Of all the LB's they brought in for interviews, they sign the worst? Go figure, my guess is he was the cheapest $$$$$ Â If the Bills do not draft a LB early, I think they will sign one of the other guys. Not many teams run the cover 2. June and Keiaho will still be available in May. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
d_wag Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 pat thomas is a special team signing....good money says the bills still end up with june or keiaho opposite mitchell Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuckincincy Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Why is this a terrible move? The team needs bodies for camp, and preseason. It's only a terrible move if they don't make any better moves to address the LB situation. Â Exactly. Every club has a revolving door with players like this, in camp and preseason as you say, and also during the season as players get nicked up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffaloaggie Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Exactly. Every club has a revolving door with players like this, in camp and preseason as you say, and also during the season as players get nicked up. Â Reading comments from Chiefs fans saying "good riddance" and the guy sucked here, I hope this signing was for the league minimum and this move serves as nothing more than roster filler. If he sucked with the Chiefs, he'll pretty much suck anywhere! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IHFO Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I'm sort of curious if everything you post on this board is this trite. Condescending much? yea i've noticed he really likes putting others down Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zdro22 Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I get the feeling this is the FA LB signing for the offseason. We all ready have Digiorgio, Ellison, Buggs, Bowen, Poz, Mitchel and now Thomas. Â Â I hate out LB depth, or lack thereof. Would Digiorgio or Corto be on any other roster in the NFL? They suck. I hope this is an upgrade for depth. I hope he is fast cause Pos and Mitchel look like they are in quicksand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tecmobowlbills Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Per the ESPN Scouting on Thomas: Â "Thomas is a young, developing linebacker who is best suited in a Tampa 2 system based on his size and athletic skills. He is a versatile player who can play both inside and outside. He has been a productive special teams player in the past." Â If he is the starting OLB then I don't like the move but hopefully he is a depth/special teams guy, which I am guessing is the reason they signed him. Â I am starting to get a feeling that the bills may go LB in the 1st round, there are studs out there at this position and the DE position is full of undersized players. Â The Bills must hit a homerun with there 1st rounder this year Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canadian Bills Fan Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 And......the Bills are back to mediocrocy and free agent bargan shopping Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfreak Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Kansas City played a Tampa-2 under Herm last year, right? Yes, and they played it so well! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfreak Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I hate out LB depth, or lack thereof. Would Digiorgio or Corto be on any other roster in the NFL? They suck. I hope this is an upgrade for depth. I hope he is fast cause Pos and Mitchel look like they are in quicksand. With his size, would Ellison be thought of for a second as a potential starter at LB anywhere else? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfreak Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 pat thomas is a special team signing....good money says the bills still end up with june or keiaho opposite mitchell I sure hope so, if they don't and this is there plan to fix the LB corps, brace yourself for another dismal defensive year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ohiobuffalo Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I think its a depth signing and we will pick up June Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramius Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 i know logic isn't well received 'round these parts, but isn't it possible he's been signed ot compete with Buggs, costanzo, etc for a ST spot as opposed to start? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dean Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 i know logic isn't well received 'round these parts, but isn't it possible he's been signed ot compete with Buggs, costanzo, etc for a ST spot as opposed to start? Â Of course. They bring in guys like this, all the time. They are bodies, but if they stand out, they have a chance to compete for ST play, and backup time. Â For those who think the Bills are looking at Thomas as an answer at starting LB, where's the press conference? The hubbub? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cody Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 And......the Bills are back to mediocrocy and free agent bargan shopping The pats make signings like this every year. If they work out, great - if not, they get cut. Bargian shopping is a great way to use free agency. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuckincincy Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Bargain shopping is a great way to use free agency. Â Absolutely. If you don't look, you never know. From time to time, a gem shows up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bizell Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Reading comments from Chiefs fans saying "good riddance" and the guy sucked here, I hope this signing was for the league minimum and this move serves as nothing more than roster filler. If he sucked with the Chiefs, he'll pretty much suck anywhere! Â chefs fans were also saying good riddance to kawika mitchell, and he turned out to be more than decent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cody Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I'm only 5'5" and my wife loves me. Maybe the Bills will give you a try out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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