Nice work @GunnerBill, thanks. I have zero knowledge of the top college prospects, but I do agree that in some form or another, we need some upgrades on the online. I am a big believer in just getting the five best people out there. I do understand that some people are better suited for a particular oline position, but I also believe if the guy is good, he will have position flexibility. If we can get a top LT prospect, I'm all for moving Dion to LG, or RT. Or, just a top interior lineman (Center?) would help as well.
Concerning our current people, for next year:
Dawkins - Is a solid LT, but could also move inside if a top LT prospect was drafted.
Saffold - This position needs to be upgraded. I would not mind them trying Quessenbery there now--he played well at RG this past game.
Morse - I hope I'm wrong, but he may be done.
Bates - Is not spectacular, but his great value is he can, and has, played every oline position, and usually pretty well. His intelligence is his strength. I suspect he'll be our starting center next season. If a Center is drafted, we are fine with him at RG.
Brown - I want him to be good, but he is inconsistent at best. I think Gunner is right, he needs a real challenge at RT. Hopefully he improves, but another year of his inconsistency will not be acceptable. He either improves or gets replaced.
While there are other needs, if the Bills can build an elite line, no matter what else is needed, with our QB we would be set for a long time. I would be very happy drafting at least 3 new o-lineman, and adding a good FA or two, next year.
And one person to keep an eye on, I thought Tommy Doyle was coming along nicely for the Bills. Hopefully he comes back strong. He could be a serious tackle candidate next year--unfortunately, hope if a poor strategy.