Mark80

I think I've given up on Easley, especially with the new guys coming in that look a lot more impressive at first glance. Should be an interesting ride this year.

The only thing that I would have liked differently than what we did would have been to draft Lacy in the 2nd. I think he would be the perfect compliment to CJ in the running game. Even though his measurables weren't stellar, simply watching him run the ball (against very tough SEC and national competition) you can see that he is something very special. I would probably have taken him over Alonso and gone after Dansby to fill the LB slot. However, I do like Alonso a lot though and am perfectly happy that he was the selection. Been watching quite a few Oregon tapes and he makes, by far, the most plays on that D. Way more than Dion Jordon who is hardly even noticeable. Oh, and this "re-do" sucks.

A few months back there was a thread titled "Geno Smith Skips Senior Bowl" or something along those lines. The vast majority of posters here were of the mindset that he was smart to skip it as he was a sure fire top 10 pick (or first round at the very least). To that I responded that if you really take a look at his numbers and especially how he played against the tougher competition that he was at best a 50/50 shot to go in the first round and he should play in the game to improve his draft status. I was laughed at, told I was out of my mind, called delusional, and all the other classy things some posters say. Well, EJ played in the senior bowl and by all accounts looked fantastic, rose up the charts and became the only QB drafted in the first round. Geno didn't go and, well, we all saw those awkward shots of him in the Green room. Unless you're a Luck type prospect, you should be in the Senior Bowl when invited.

The more I think about the more I like the idea of taking Eiffert with our first pick and taking a QB with our second pick. Whether it's 8 and second round, or a trade back and trade up sort of move. I'm liking this move a lot.

There is only one thing, really, that will cause a decline in football (or the NFL) in the near future; a giant class action lawsuit from former players regarding the NFL (or colleges) knowledge of injuries caused from the sport (namely long term effects of head trauma) and their intentional covering up of such knowledge in order to maintain profits and popularity. If documents exist that prove this, then football will be in trouble. Actual damages could be huge, punitive damages could be enormous, insurance rates would skyrocket, and real, game changing rule and safety equipment adjustments would be implemented to the detriment of the game. Until then, it will continue to dominate the American sports scene for decades to come and will most likely grow exponentially in new, foreign markets.

They certainly could draft a QB, no doubt, but with Sanchez's bonus money remaining and the fact that his salary this season is guaranteed, they would lose money cutting him at this point. Quite possibly the worst football contract in recent memory.

The fact that they have such a good team and so many picks makes me want to throw my computer across the room.

Chan Gailey Coaching History - Graduate Assistant, DBs, DBs, DC, HC, TE/ST, WR/TE, QB, OC/WR, HC, HC, WR, OC, HC, OC, HC, OC, HC. First draft pick - CJ Spiller. Never was a RB Coach. Mike Mularky Coaching History - TE, TE, OC, HC (Bills), OC, TE, OC, HC. First draft pick - Lee Evans (JP Second). Never was a WR or QB coach. Greg Williams Coaching History - Def Asst/ST/LB, DC, HC (Bills), DC, DC, DC. First draft pick - Nate Clements. Never a CB or DB coach. Only once did this hold true, Dick Jauron started as a DB coach and picked Donte Whitner. 1 out of the last 4 is hardly a trend at all. Perhaps you should take 5 minutes to do a bit of research before just making crap up.

So...where did you pull this crock of B.S. out of?

Not positive, but I'm pretty sure that was because they used to have a longer time limit during the 1st round than they do now.

This 97 Receptions, 1832 Yards, 12 TDs, 8 100+ yard games. Too many drops? Nothing with the ball in his hands? Are you out of your mind?

So, this guy was so upset that he was so obviously fired for discriminatory reasons that he took 7 months to file a suit? I'm not buying it. Seems to me to be another lawsuit happy person trying to get free money any way they can.

Every year after each Super Bowl, I can vividly remember thinking to myself either a) wow, what a performance by the LT, wouldn't have won that SB without him, or b) wow what a performance by that Guard, simply dominating, defense had no answer for him. Oh wait...

So, let me get this straight. We're drafting Joe Montana, the best WR in the draft, a nasty safety, an OK LB, and two "steals of the draft." Now, I'm as optimistic as anyone, but man, those are some lofty expectations.

It's just a word, who cares. I've never understood the concept of some words being taboo to say. Just words conveying the exact same meaning as other words that are OK to say. It makes no sense at all really. And people who complain about them on their high horse make no sense to me neither. Like you're really offended by it? Come on.

I like the idea especially in a trade down. However, on the mock, Nassib will be our 2nd round pick or we won't see him again and I fully expect us to draft Shamarko Thomas in the 4th. Unfortunately, I'm not sure how much weight a zero NFL experience, 1st year new Offensive coordinator has in the draft room to get what he wants in the first round of his first draft.

I never give any credence to statements such as these. I mean, what is he supposed to say? That he is a terrible quarterback who will never be a franchise QB? Even if he thinks he's the worst QB in the league, he is going to sugar coat it because they are teammates and most professional athletes show some tact when discussing other players (even ones on other teams). I think it's basically impossible to tell if he really thinks that, or is just blowing smoke.

Or try one game vs. Troy who can hardly be considered a Div 1 school. 9 Receptions for 219 yards and a TD. The rest of the season combined 37 Receptions for 559 yards and 4TDs. While he does have some rushing and return stats as well, his WR stats are very underwhelming. Also, only one season played Div 1. Being that he had a NFL calibre QB throwing to him, didn't have a single game over 100 yards besides that Troy game, and wasn't even the #1 reciever on his sub-par SEC squad, I'm going to say I would be very disappointed to draft him so high. Way too many WRs available in the second round with much more consistancy and developed talent. Sure, he may have the biggest potential, but also, by far, the greatest risk. We're not in position to take such a risk at #8. No thanks.

The Buffalo Bills - A Parody of league Parity.

One dude looks way out of place in that picture.

+1

Actually, yes they do. They do spring training games, specials, and visits for every team. They call it 30 clubs in 30 days and 30 games in 30 days.

Very true, but I think that if was told he was the #1 QB prospect this year he would have bolted.

So, free agency is just over 1 day old, the draft hasn't even happened yet and the over/under game is already being played?

Murray stayed another season because he was seen (at the time of his decision at least) to not be one of the top 2 or 3 QBs in this draft class and projected in the 2-4 range. I'd be surprised if he climbed up over Johnny, Bridgewater, and Boyd next season, but you never know. I always liked him myself. AJ is so hard to tell because Alabama is so run heavy that there is really little display of his talents. From what I see, he looked darn good last year though. I'm wondering if Manziel doesn't grow a bit if his size will knock him out of the #1 slot. And yes, it would be very tough to pass on Clowney at #1. No QB this year, #1 pick next year and they go Clowney this place might just incinerate.