DC Bills Backer Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 We may as well sign him up for insurance at tackle, and hey if he can get and stay healthy we could keep that right side of the line intact. Sign him on the cheap for two years I think is a great idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marv Levy Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 If he's worth it, sign this guy, plain and simple. Cheapskate Bills...... C'mon guys!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsGuyInMalta Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 If he's worth it, sign this guy, plain and simple. Cheapskate Bills...... C'mon guys!! I know, he's been a FA for 2 hours now and we havent signed him yet! Â F YOU RALPH! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobcat Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 Will the Bills make a move on Levi Jones?I think he would be an upgrade,then they can put Walker back at right tackle,and butler at right guard.Levitre would be valuable depth this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tortured Soul Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 He is our starting C right now, so no. We have five starters right now, so someone has to go to the bench. Â Not a chance, if you believe what Brandon said about how strongly they pursued him in FA (and I do). I'm not so sure. Plus, I saw posted on this board that his contract was only 4/10, so it's not out of the realm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuckincincy Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 Will the Bills make a move on Levi Jones?I think he would be an upgrade,then they can put Walker back at right tackle,and butler at right guard.Levitre would be valuable depth this year. Â Â Thread already posted, bobcat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nucci Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 We have five starters right now, so someone has to go to the bench.  I'm not so sure. Plus, I saw posted on this board that his contract was only 4/10, so it's not out of the realm. I don't think you can count on Jones to be the starting LT for 16 games. He is not even healthy right now and his contract will not matter any more since he has been released. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocwocka Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 If we bring him in, either Langston Walker, Butler, or Levitre goes to the bench. All three of those guys are quality lineman (Levitre should be, at least). Â I think butler goes to the bench. he's just not aggressive enough / doesn't get a good push at the point of attack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marv Levy Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 I know, he's been a FA for 2 hours now and we havent signed him yet! F YOU RALPH!  I know, you're right.  We just need a championship..... like IMMEDIATELY!! Not saying Jones is the key piece, but if he's healthy, it would be a upgrade at the position. GO BILLS!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magox Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 We have five starters right now, so someone has to go to the bench.  I'm not so sure. Plus, I saw posted on this board that his contract was only 4/10, so it's not out of the realm. It's not out of the realm, but it is highly unlikely. There seems to be little doubt that the Bills zeroed in on him, and they have said repeatedly that he will be their starting center. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Indy Dave Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 I'd be pretty happy with LT Jones LG Wood C Hamgartner RG Butler RT Walker  Fixed. Unless you're suggesting we go with some crazy unbalanced line anyway... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SouthGeorgiaBillsFan Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 Sign him now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deep2Moulds46 Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 I think butler goes to the bench. he's just not aggressive enough / doesn't get a good push at the point of attack  I have heard NFL scouts say Brad Butler is one of the most underrated guards in the NFL, and the only thing holding him back from being a pro bowler is durability.  So needless to say I disagree with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tortured Soul Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 I don't think you can count on Jones to be the starting LT for 16 games. He is not even healthy right now and his contract will not matter any more since he has been released. Sorry it wasn't clear, but I meant Hangartner's contract was 4/10. The point is, it's not like we're paying so much that he can't be the sixth lineman. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
In-A-Gadda-Levitre Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 Sorry it wasn't clear, but I meant Hangartner's contract was 4/10. The point is, it's not like we're paying so much that he can't be the sixth lineman. he's a center, a veteran, and gets pretty good grades from a team that's known for developing good linemen. Â The Bills sought him out, he wants to play center and it's expected that he'll start there. The chances of putting in a rookie center, regardless of how smart or durable he is, aren't very likely, at least for the first half of the season... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arkady Renko Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 Sources deep within my belly say that the Bills will not sign Jones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColdBlueNorth Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 We should bring him in for a look, but I can understand if we don't. Signing Jones means we don't dress Wood, Levitre, Chambers, Bell, or Butler. Probably Levitre or Bell. Levitre or Bell then becomes a backup if a lineman is out for a game. Will this hinder their development? The upshot is that it basically takes the risk out of shuffling the right side of the line as well as depending on Levitre or Bell being a player this year.  We could have a pair of Levi's (Jones and Levitre) on our O-line.  Understood.  But if Jauron is in a win now mode, he will need a good plan B if our young guys struggle and having an experienced LT ready to step in can only be a good thing and at 3-4 mil a year he is a bargin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SKOOBY Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 Sources deep within my belly say that the Bills will not sign Jones. Â Levi is a cool name though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bills_fan Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 I have heard NFL scouts say Brad Butler is one of the most underrated guards in the NFL, and the only thing holding him back from being a pro bowler is durability. Â So needless to say I disagree with you. Â Â Totally agree. Butler is very good. I actually really like our right side from last year and don't want to mess with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsGuyInMalta Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 Looks like the Broncos are going after Levi, per PFT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Senator Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 Levi is a cool name though. And Cincy says he drives a really cool car, so we should sign him I guess... Â Levi Jones' really cool car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lurker Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 And Cincy says he drives a really cool car, so we should sign him I guess... Skooby would... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SKOOBY Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 And Cincy says he drives a really cool car, so we should sign him I guess... Levi Jones' really cool car  I sat in one of those, really nice inside. It has the most awesome stitching I have ever seen inside a car. As per signing him, we need a performance based contract (like he sees the field for most of the season). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hazed and Amuzed Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 I sat in one of those, really nice inside. It has the most awesome stitching I have ever seen inside a car. As per signing him, we need a performance based contract (like he sees the field for most of the season). Â Â Really? You're gonna go there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
San Jose Bills Fan Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 http://myespn.go.com/blogs/nflnation/0-7-7...Levi-Jones.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
offde-fence Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 He's proven he can play, and at a high level, but, he's proven also to be prone to injuries. If he's hurt, he's no good to us, and if he has health problems that impede his play, he's not a great option; but, if the Bills could sign him to an incentive laden contract - one that pays for production and has protection against injury, then they absolutely should be one of the first teams to try. Once again, I have to believe that the Bills front office know what the guy's really worth, more than we, the outsiders, do. If he can still play, then I'm guessing they'll pay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
San Jose Bills Fan Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 You wouldn't even consider Hangartner on the bench? I bet it would be Hangartner to get the bench and move Wood to center because that is what he is best at Brandon said in no uncertain terms that Hangartner was the Bills' top target entering free agency (Terrell Owens was unexpectedly cut and his availability was a surprise). They love Hangartner's aggressive nature and his intelligence and experience. He had the highest score ever for an O-lineman on the Wonderlich. They want a veteran in the middle of that line making protection calls, not a rookie. Barring injury there's a less than one percent chance that he doesn't start at center. Â I think butler goes to the bench. he's just not aggressive enough / doesn't get a good push at the point of attack Wow. No way in hell barring injury. The Bills also love Butler. He is considered a very aggressive player and is also smart and talented. With the Levi Jones biz pending, it's not clear if Butler will start at right guard or right tackle, but he will start. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffaloaggie Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 Sources deep within my belly say that the Bills will not sign Jones. Especially since he's going to visit the Seahawks first  http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/9544894...-visit-Seahawks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly the Dog Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 Especially since he's going to visit the Seahawks first http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/9544894...-visit-Seahawks  Well, that says "next week" and it's only Wednesday now. It also implied he would be looking at being a back-up, like the Bronco report. He would probably have a good chance at starting on the Bills, if he is healthy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffaloaggie Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 Well, that says "next week" and it's only Wednesday now. It also implied he would be looking at being a back-up, like the Bronco report. He would probably have a good chance at starting on the Bills, if he is healthy. Agreed...Buffalo would be the best place for him to step in. Like everyone's saying, it's just a matter of the Bills putting a good offer out there. I gotta think Buffalo interests him the most because he'll start. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsWatch Posted May 7, 2009 Share Posted May 7, 2009 Veterans with many miles often play better in training camp due to be familiar on how training camp / weeding out process works but wear down quickly during season which is why given their high salaries are being cut. If you keep one as a reserve our linemen will "Peter" out because a backup is making more than they are and is barely playing. If he is as good as Marcus Price was in limited role as a swing tackle he is worth it but otherwise no. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thurman#1 Posted May 7, 2009 Share Posted May 7, 2009 If we bring him in, either Langston Walker, Butler, or Levitre goes to the bench. All three of those guys are quality lineman (Levitre should be, at least). Â Â Â Yes. But none of them are quality LTs. Â To me, leaving Walker at RT and having Levitre learn behind the already-formidable Butler would make this line much tougher immediately, since the right side would be together again and at least part of the line would maintain some consistency from last year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gettysburgbills06 Posted May 7, 2009 Share Posted May 7, 2009 I would love to see Jones come in. Much like TO will give Hardy time to develop, bringing in Jones would do the same for Bell and it wouldnt make Butler play tackle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thurman#1 Posted May 7, 2009 Share Posted May 7, 2009 The Bills also love Butler. He is considered a very aggressive player and is also smart and talented. With the Levi Jones biz pending, it's not clear if Butler will start at right guard or right tackle, but he will start. Â Â Â Yeah, do you remember the way that o-line performance took a nose-dive when Butler was injured last year and recovered instantly when he returned. The guy was our second-best lineman last year. No way would you start a rookie over him unless the rookie was a top-five pick or something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chandler#81 Posted May 7, 2009 Share Posted May 7, 2009 Veterans with many miles often play better in training camp due to be familiar on how training camp / weeding out process works but wear down quickly during season which is why given their high salaries are being cut. If you keep one as a reserve our linemen will "Peter" out because a backup is making more than they are and is barely playing. If he is as good as Marcus Price was in limited role as a swing tackle he is worth it but otherwise no. Â Excellent points! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anzaloha Posted May 7, 2009 Share Posted May 7, 2009 I know for a fact that he does NOT want to come to Buffalo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arkady Renko Posted May 7, 2009 Share Posted May 7, 2009 I know for a fact that he does NOT want to come to Buffalo. Link? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteamRoller67 Posted May 7, 2009 Share Posted May 7, 2009 Will the Bills make a move on Levi Jones?I think he would be an upgrade,then they can put Walker back at right tackle,and butler at right guard.Levitre would be valuable depth this year. Â This would be the ideal situation to me. O-line depth is crucial! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteamRoller67 Posted May 7, 2009 Share Posted May 7, 2009 I know for a fact that he does NOT want to come to Buffalo. Â Are you his mother? His boyfriend? Why would you write this without some sort of proof.....a link or something please! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lurker Posted May 7, 2009 Share Posted May 7, 2009 I know for a fact that he does NOT want to come to Buffalo. Gotta love these in-depth, "behind the scenes" posts.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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