Mister Defense

I would definitely change the wording in your topic, the "gets snippy". Sounds like he said something snarky to a waiter because he didn't like the way his steak was cooked. (And I am sure jones abuses waiters too, when those lowly peasants do not please him.) Instead, jones lambasted the host of a radio show interviewing him because he dared to ask the emperor himself if the team's problems were related to the fact that almost no players were added to address the team weaknesses after last season, referencing the criticism of him in the off season. jones threatened to fire him for asking him the question, saying he could get someone else to sit there with a microphone and ask him more appropriate questions, etcetera. When the host laughed once at king jerry's words, threat, jones interrupted him and said he was "not kidding". He bragged that he would be meeting with the other 32 NFL owners this week and that maybe this hack (my word), the know it all, thinks he could do such an important thing. He said he was not going to sit there and be asked what he has done wrong when clearly he has done so much more right over the years. He wasn't going to "look back at decisions" When the host said that the criticism was that jones did not, and would not, spend to add players in the off-season, lord jerry said, "I remember those criticisms well--so what? What's your point?... This is not your job, to go over all the reasons I did something. ...That is not your job, or I'll get someone else to ask these questions", causing the host to laugh uncomfortably as one would tend to do when their job is threatened on the air because you are asking the team owner and GM a reasonable question about the team. Context: jerry almost always praises the great talent on the team after losses, clearly indicating he, and his chosen talent, are not the reason for the losses. But Dallas has given up 167 points in their last 4 home games. In that stretch, their best home game defensively was a few weeks ago when they gave up only 28 points to the Ravens, rather than the 44, 47 and 48 given up in the other four home losses. Tyrannical, unhinged etcetera are much more accurate descriptors than 'snippy', to describe how this warped man laid into the host of the radio show, threatening his livelihood, and mocking him, because he had the audacity to question the emperor on the imploding mess of a team that he has created. Shameful, and the league should definitely discipline jones, let the other owners know that they do not get to abuse their significant power just because they have it. A personal side note to Mr. diggs: you gotta get out of there, don't you think?, though you are exactly the kind of player that embodies jerry's team to a tee.

Come on!! Because Allen leapt over Bubba that somehow diminishes him in your eyes? I hope not.

Okay, but for Edwards we cannot compare his past ratings with his rating for the Bills, as he has not played at all. If the Bills thought he could really improve, be a starter--they have been around 2 excellent starters the last 5+ years, know something about it--Edwards would be starting. The Bills have been able to get what have appeared to be middle of the road players, at best, and turned them into starting quality, high caliber defensive backs time and time again under McDermott. So, for now, they seem to have no confidence that Edwards can be one of those guys. I was not impressed with the signing, thought he should not be a starter this year, despite the praise heaped on him from some media, especially Brown and Tasker on One Bills Live.

I agree with your take. When I see plays like that it seems so out of place, like they're playing scared; way too conservative, playing not to lose. But I always get the feeling as I see it happening, that the result will be the opposite. You lose when you play scared, and don't trust your players to do what they normally do.

Well, good point, and Miller definitely seemed to be on that trajectory in his first games of the season, overall. But I do think Cooper 'moves the dial' in the playoffs too, whether or not Miller continues to progress. Although that does not mean I think he makes them a true contender if the safety issue is not fixed.

Not a bad idea, but poor Bass! Imagine being in this position, clearly wanting, and likely doing everything possible to get better. But things are still spiraling, to some degree, and then the added pressure of people calling for your head. It'd be really hard to overcome. I guess it is part of the deal for an NFL kicker.

Be careful what you wish for. We have seen a slew of really bad kickers over the years. That is not Bass. Just replacing him with a warm body is a bad idea for a team that may contend for a championship this year.

Wow, did not even think it was pronounced like that. Thanks. Buddha Boy was my nickname for my brother when we were kids. Not sure what you mean--Pff gave low ratings to Poyer, is that what you are saying?

? Because it is pretty clear that he is a work in progress and if Bishop is a full time starter, right out of the gate, it will put the Bills at a disadvantage, the Bills should just stand pat and let that be the case? To me, that is very nonsensical. It would be like saying the Bills are not giving Coleman a chance to develop, are giving up on him, because they signed Cooper. In the case of Coleman/Cooper, it would have been negligent to stand pat, to wait and hope beyond hope that he can develop much much more quickly than he is--and than is expected for a rookie wide-out in most cases. So if you believe that, that the Cooper trade means that, I can see why you would also believe that they should just wait, and hope beyond hope, that Bishop can immediately become the high caliber safety most hope and (still) expect him to be in the future. That is how bad teams operate, not a team like the Bills. If they want to win it this year, good teams have the mindset of making sure all vital positions are manned effectively--'right here, right now'. Bishop comes from a much different defense in college and the NFL transition is already difficult as it is. It will likely take him a year or so to become a capable every down starter, though of course we all hope that happens today instead. And I think you would agree: immediately starting is not always the best way to enhance development, and that more methodically developing a player does not mean you are "delaying his development". Right? And that sometimes just throwing a player into the fire immediately sets him back considerably.

Yes on Rapp, but Bishop likely needs more seasoning this year, should not start right away, should not be a full time starter. It would be like making Williams a full time starter at linebacker in his first year. It would likely hinder Cole's growth, or the Bills' growth.. It appears to be a pretty significant weakness, maybe as glaring as wide receiver was. If the Bills want to go for it this year, seems like that may be too big of an obstacle to overcome. If so, they need a high caliber partner for Rap soon.

He's a wild, twisted, ferocious, relentless animal. So, yeah, definitely.

Maybe not two firsts, but a one and a 2? yes siree Bobcat Jack. Make it happen. McDermott has never had a lineman like that because his teams have consistently been too good to get one in the draft. A player like that maybe is worth 2 #1s. I convinced myself! Josh would settle for a little less, can likely scrape by on 50 million a year or so...

Or a pastry chef?

No, no evidence of that. Just that the Cardnals are 2-4, the Bills desperately need a starting safety, and I really liked (what I thought was) his name. Wishful thinking, basically, but you never know until you try.And Beane is pretty good at getting big things done.

Wow, that is a very depressing take! Lol, as I read it again. I don't think that will happen with Bubba! He is NOT Edwards. I never understood the hype some spouted for Edwards as he was a fairly low rated safety, in the mid 50s for PFF while Poyer was in the low 80s last year. That number would indicate a back up caliber player, who could fill in when needed, as he did in KC. So, bring on Bubba..

Who the fu** names their kid Budda?? Probably some politically correct crap, thinking 'Bubba' is stereotype now. If he comes here, he is Bubba. Period. So that does solve the problem with his real name sucking. I do want him again now.

I had already envisioned us all yelling at Bills' games, after a big hit that knocks the ball and the defender out, filling The Ralph with: "Bubba!! Bubba!!....." Budda just doesn't cut it, I just tried it out. Give it a shot, see what I mean. I don't want him anymore. Can I just delete the OP?

Thanks, but that really sucks. I really wanted him to be Bubba, may not even want him anymore.

If the Bills think they can contend this year, Budda Baker can help with that. He'd be be an excellent starting safety for the Bills. The Cardinals are 2-4 The Bills are giving up lotsa big plays, something they are not accustomed to doing. Budda could help with that and make Rapp more effective. Cooper was a great signing, strengthening the weakest area of the team with a wideout who had 1250 receiving yards last season. Now, Budda can help turn the 2nd weakest area into a strength. if not Baker, a long shot I know, any other good safeties possibly available?

I did not know that. But I assume Beane can fire McDermott, as he is the GM?

I don't believe that Diggs' thing happened, as there is no evidence of that whatsoever. And it seems very farfetched that McDermott would be able to, or want to, 'force' Beane, his boss, to do anything at all. I think they both saw what we all saw last night, and much of this year--this team can win it all this year, but there is a clear weak area--wide receivers. So, not desperate, the opposite, very hopeful; looking to the near future, and bringing in an excellent player to address a weakness. Isn't that exactly what you would want from the two leaders of your team? They went out and got the best wide receiver available, signing a tremendous player, at an extraordinary price. I think it is a great move, one we should praise, not come up with conspiracy theories to undermine. Beyond your theory, do you think this is a good move for the Bills, makes them better?

Yeah, I never understood this move, with all of his drops, inconsistency in the past, especially the guaranteed money. Upon hearing about it I immediately thought the Bills were throwing a few million dollars into the trash. wow, yikes! In the top ten, as there are quite a few on here...

One of the players I have most wanted the Bills to go after for the last two years. Improves the weakest most undeveloped part of the team immediately and in a dramatic way. And he will help the younguns come into their own this year and next. Imagine Cooper's elation right now--going from one of the worst quarterbacks in the league to one of the best, a Hall of Famer, and from a team with almost zero hope of anything positive happening this year to (now) a Super Bowl contender. The physicality shown by Buffalo on both sides of the ball in yesterday's big win did not masque the glaring need at wideout, but only confirmed it. As it made it clear that this team could be a championship team if they shore up their weakest area. One of my favorite trades this century and it will be one of the most impactful. Great move by Beane!

A great fit for the Bills. Jerry's Cowgirls could really use a player and man like Cooper right now, a productive high character guy who just does his job and is not a prima dona. Bad fit for the girls, good fit for the Bills.

Like all of the other moves forced upon the team by their head coach/GM/QB, this will also make no positive difference, and hopefully will cost the jets a slew of money in the long term. A dumpster fire is still a dumpster fire, even if you throw a tarnished gold candelabra into the flames. God bless him though; he certainly has gotten every thing he has demanded in NY. Except for a winning football team, respect, and a quality last chapter to end his career--to define him going forward. Well deserved. And the effects of his moves so far have met my expectations as to what a team run by a man like rodgers would look like. Great to see he is still calling all of the shots. Hope there are many more to come...