Archives for April 2017

'Jones clearly knows how to get open on the field. The East Carolina wide receiver finished his career with 399 receptions. His most productive season came in 2016 when he recorded a ridiculous 158 receptions for 1,746 yards and eight touchdowns.'

'Buffalo was praised by the national media for trading down and selecting LSU cornerback Tre'Davious White in the first round. Grades for East Carolina wide receiver Zay Jones have been just as positive.'

'As pointed out by SB Nation, Jones was shown wearing a shirt that featured former Bills running back O.J. Simpson. The shirt puts a spin on Simpson's slow-speed car chase from 1994. Instead of the police trailing Simpson, the shirt shows a series of white Ford Broncos trailing a police car. More than likely it was just an odd coincidence, but Jones' shirt certainly had Bills fans talking.'

'Buffalo traded three picks to the Atlanta Falcons to move up to No. 63. Atlanta received the 75th, 149th and 156 picks from the Bills.'

'As a player, Dawkins has a ton of room to grow, but he had a productive final season in college. According to Pro Football Focus, Dawkins ranked in the top 10 in the country in both run-blocking and pass-blocking efficiency. He allowed just two sacks, two quarterback hits and five hurries this season at Temple.'

'Head coach Sean McDermott said that Dawkins will get the opportunity to compete for a starting job on Buffalo's offensive line at right tackle. His biggest competitor for the job will be Jordan Mills. The veteran lineman has struggled in his career so Dawkins has a chance to start immediately.'

'Ed Orgeron, White's coach at LSU, praised the Bills' first pick for being a terrific player and person.'

'It's important to note that the Bills wouldn't be giving up on Watkins by declining the fifth-year option. The former No. 4 overall pick would make $13.258 (guaranteed for injury) in 2018 if the Bills picked up the option. If they decline the option, Watkins would be eligible to become a free agent after the 2017 season, but the Bills could still place the franchise tag on Watkins. That would be more expensive than the option, but it gives the Bills the luxury of time to make the decision.'

'If the Bills decide to add a running back during this draft, Wyoming's Brian Hill would be a nice fit. He can do a bit of everything and had over 1,800 rushing yards to go with 22 touchdowns last season. Buffalo has to replace Mike Gillislee somehow.'

'Heading into the second night of the draft, here's a look at Buffalo's remaining draft picks this year and the team's picks in 2018.'

'Eddie Jackson, safety, Alabama.'

'By the way, that was the first time that three different teams traded up to get a QB in the first round on draft day.'

'ampaign with a nine-game stretch in which he threw for 2,833 yards and 31 touchdowns and completed nearly 70-percent of his passes.'

'Jones certainly doesn’t lack confidence in his catching ability. “I have the best hands in this draft,” Jones said.'

'With Jones, like White, McDermott raved about their character off the field. With Dawkins, the Bills disregarded off field issues.'