pkwwjd Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 Jauron is the one who decides to kick a field goal or punt on 4th down. That still is going to happen. Very true, but AVP will call the three plays immediately before ... and they won't be three straight HB Dives to set up said FG ... that is the difference Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Endzone Animal Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 So much for the "Ralph doesn't care, he just wants to line his pockets" crowd. Not exactly...Ralph just saved a bunch of money on coaching expenses by switching to V-Pelt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KD in CA Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 So much for the "Ralph doesn't care, he just wants to line his pockets" crowd. Didn't Ralph just save a big chunk of change with this move? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. WEO Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 Schefter is reporting that this was Ralphs' call...AVP and Studesville will "share" play calling duties... this should be fun... Firing Turk would a logical move only if the Bills were bringing in soemone else to run the offense. Sicne Ralph doens't appear to be doing this, he's simply throwing in the towel and counting the money he's already made THIS season before it even starts. Poor Ralph--"it's hard for a small market team to compete". The League should simply buy the team from him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollars 2 donuts Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 No idea. Does he break the tie or overrule the other two? It's news to me if Lester has calling plays during a game. Sorry, faith, I really was just kidding. I don't know why he's here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrDawkinstein Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 WOW!! just logged onto the board... gotta read whats going on. but, WOW!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cale Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 And this ladies & gents is why we are the Buffalo Bills. This has Ralph written all over it... Not that canning Turk was a bad idea. But just the timing and the backup plan suck... C Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LABills08 Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 Schefter just reported it on SportsCenter. edit: Said he talked to a league source who told him, "this league has lost its soul". But players on the team have confirmed it and AVP will likely be named OC at the press conference today. Why has the league lost its soul? I'm lost on this one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buftex Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 Firing Turk would a logical move only if the Bills were bringing in soemone else to run the offense. Sicne Ralph doens't appear to be doing this, he's simply throwing in the towel and counting the money he's already made THIS season before it even starts. Poor Ralph--"it's hard for a small market team to compete". The League should simply buy the team from him. I think there is almost nothing the Bills can do right now, that would make me think they have a clue... I hope the two headed Van Pelt/Studesville monster is a happy surprise, but I don't see it... I would rather see them turn the offense over to Terrell Owens...officially! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haven Moses Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 Anybody see any of the preseason games? How did the offense look to you? Good for Ralph. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fewell733 Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 Lost in this shuffle is that when the bils were on a 5-1 run to start the season last year Turk was actually credited with some creative formations, motions and good play calling. Then the Bills met the division and the wheels fell off the car (I know captain obvious here). Anyway, my hope is that AVP can bring some creativity back. I do not think you need to change the entire scheme but you can put your players in a postion to do well. tent edwards certainly hinted at a loss of confidence in Schonert. Wonder what he thinks about AVP? as I heard it, the subsequent offensive collapse had a lot to do with Schonert being unable to adjust once the opposing defenses caught on to what we were trying to do. I hope AVP can bring both creativity, and common sense back to our play calling. I still don't understand why Turk demands we put a receiver in motion to just off tackle when we run up the middle. It just brings another defender into the box. good riddance and good luck AVP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keepthefaith Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 And this ladies & gents is why we are the Buffalo Bills. This has Ralph written all over it... Not that canning Turk was a bad idea. But just the timing and the backup plan suck... C Here's to hoping that Ralph has a couple more swings with the ax before nap time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Senator Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 And this ladies & gents is why we are the Buffalo Bills. This has Ralph written all over it... Not that canning Turk was a bad idea. But just the timing and the backup plan suck... C Again, Ralph wanted this done (firing Turk) at the end of last season - his mistake was deferring to Jauron. Dick's gotta be feeling the heat now too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fewell733 Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 Why has the league lost its soul? I'm lost on this one. in reference to firing coordinators right before the start of the season Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coach Tuesday Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 Again, Ralph wanted this done (firing Turk) at the end of last season - his mistake was deferring to Jauron. Dick's gotta be feeling the heat now too. I actually give DJ credit for not resigning. More balls than he shows during the games. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan74 Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 I like van pelt but that is really not good news 10 days before the opener. This is going to be a long season. I think I'm gonna need more crown, GO SABRES!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JPicc2114 Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 Just let Trent Edwards Call the plays Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fewell733 Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 Again, Ralph wanted this done (firing Turk) at the end of last season - his mistake was deferring to Jauron. Dick's gotta be feeling the heat now too. clearly a shot across the bow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arkady Renko Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 This doesn't save money. I believe Ralph has to pay Schonert regardless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Cocktosten Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 Do you really think it's true that just because AVP never called a single play means that he just stood on the sidelines waiting to chat with Trent? I would think (at minimum, hope) that AVP had input on the plays and would be completely aware of what's happening. If I was him, I'd be thinking about what I'd call in each spot - if not, then looking over it during the week between games. I honestly believe a lot of this has to do with sucky play-calling, not necessarily a sucky offense. I just couldn't understand some of the calls coming in from an old NFL QB (albeit a backup for many years) who was supposed to have a good understanding of his offense. QB coaches don't have time to do that on the sidelines. I'm sure he disagrees with him on certain play calls but they are analyzing/charting coverages on every play and when the QB is off the field they are talking about what they are seeing and looking at the balck and whites. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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