NickelCity

This is a really good one. I really didn't see it happening for him, but low and behold, he's doing big things in Seattle.

Not to nitpick, but wasn't Young traded to the 49ers for a 2nd and a 4th? The story is certainly a big turn around, I only mention this because the OP said no trades, and it made it much harder to think of examples.

Gurode released: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d5d821cedcf/article/agent-says-pro-bowl-center-gurode-released-by-cowboys?module=HP11_headline_stack

Well done, well done. The beard does need to come back, though.

That's an excellent point about Reich. I think thigpen is a fine backup who, with more practice time, can step in and give us a chance if need be. I liked the way he played on the chiefs in 08, he's got some gumption.

It will be very interesting to see how this shakes out. Kamar, Naaman, Roscoe, Donald? Who goes to the ps...

I've lived on the central coast for Brees' whole career. There were a significant amount of fans and local commentators that, if I recall correctly, were very much of the opinion that he sucked. It was cool that he eventually proved them wrong, when he came together for the chargers that team was dangerous...

spot on buddy

Unfortunately I can see this happening. I've always been overly optimistic about the Bills' chances too. If we sign some offensive linemen, I'm sure my homerism will come back.

Oh how I wish that were true. The playoffs....just imagine...

Wow.

Boom.

One in southern colorado too I heard.

Why isn't this competition occurring at RG?

Story: http://blogs.buffalobills.com/2011/08/17/vote-for-marcell/ Voting: http://www.facebook.com/NFLPA - apparently you pick your favorite in the comments?

This was seriously one of the funniest posts I have read on this forum.

The first page of this thread is incredible.

I'm less worried about losing evans, more worried about how this will impact morale. Man I hope Chan has a hell of a speech for the team.

I could have stomached this if we didn't get such a raw deal. I'm desperate to believe that there is a lineman coming but it just doesn't seem likely...

I hope this doesn't cast a cloud over team chemistry/morale

A fourth? Good lord. Terrible.

"Lineup changes Torell Troup suffered a cracked bone in his hand in practice early this week and his right hand was fitted for a cast. He practiced on Thursday with his cast heavily wrapped. Initially he was not expected to play Saturday, but Gailey is now leaning toward having Troup play Saturday. “We will evaluate that, but I’m more convinced that we will play him than not play him at this point,” Gailey said. Troup has had a solid training camp, but the club on his right hand will prove to be an adjustment."

Bills DT Torell Troup, suffered a cracked bone in his right hand. He’s not practicing tonight (Wednesday). For more on this story go to the home page of Buffalobills.com.

I particularly like your mention of the lack of respect for Andra Davis. I think he and Barnett will be solid in the middle.

I don't bash bell, I just hope he can stay healthy. That being said, it would be foolish not to bring in a vet for depth.