Simon Says

it wasnt really a 'new" team,as there was carryover in personnel and management in the geographical move. They were the Tennessee OILERs for a couple years, but gave into the new fan base and changed the name. The history moves to the new city. I know Warren moon felt weird getting honored by the Titans for his induction into the hall of fame. Personally, its not something i think about,and I lived in Houston from 1977 to 1980.

if the 'experts' assume the Bills' biggest need is WR, and they rank him as the top WR in the draft,logically, that is their choice. but THEY arent running the team. Beane might very well make some deals. Bills have work to do in free agency prior to the draft, so its early for predictions.

so, who ARE "Daboll's guys"? I haven't heard any names yet

Beane has ready said he will be "judicious ". I take that to mean no exorbitant contacts or big "splashes ". Perhaps relatively young , healthy free agents with some upside. Good character. Ratjer than over pay one guy,might look to improve depth ar WR,for example

Haven't gotten around to this yet, thanks for mentioning it....i dont see Beane extending older players out too far or creating dead money. He does beleive in the draft and keeping your own players. if they cant spend all the cap, wouldnt surprise me if he rolls some over for future needs.

It means,when he plays against the Bills,he will "deliver",i.e . Show them tney made a mistake

Blah,blah,blah Get some rest,its gonna be a busy off-season

Oh,good one ,like that hurts . You have not said ANY thing that is unique,enlightening or definitive. We all are aware of the Bills needs, plus their draft and cap resources. There are several ways to go, various combinations of draft picks and free agents. Too early to predict who will be available

Exactly ! A lot t can happen. Im not worried and I dont think Beane is,either

Apparently,you cant. Do you have a take or do you just waste peoples time arguimg about stuff we have no control over? Happy New Year...

The. Sports Bar show (ESPN Radio Rochester) regularly points out the Bills franchise is in better shape than many: stable ownership and front office , promising staff, already have franchise QB,young core...10 draft picks and substantial cap space

I personally am not "going after " anybody. Pointing out the possibilities and "philosophy ". I don't see Beane going after older, or eisky, injury - prone players Positions not addresed in free agency will determine draft strategy. Dont under-estimate the Bills as a free agent destination.

Certainly does mean "jack" if used judiciously. Beane believes in the draft but he isnt just going to roll over all 90 million. Its how you invest the dollars. You can sign 3 or 4 really high-paid free agents(Beame wont do this) , 6 or 8 mid-tier,, hell,12 relatively cheap free.agents for depth and to spread out the financial risk,. extend his own players,etc. So,what is YOUR plan

Lets not forget about free agency. These draft projections are dependent on who the Bills sign/re-sign. Beane has cap money and draft picks so I don't think he makes desperate moves

Beane would not surprise me if he did this. Arent many QBs...somebody might want to trade up for one. Bills could add a 2nd rounder Beane would not surprise me if he did this. Arent many QBs...somebody might want to trade up for one. Bills could add a 2nd rounder

Beane would not surprise me if he did this. Arent many QBs...somebody might want to trade up for one. Bills could add a 2nd rounder

"True" in your mind,whatever.. Bills,with 3rd highest cap dollars, obviously have the opportunity to make improvement. Of course there will be competition for free agents. Beane's goalmos to be "judicious" in free agency

OLine coach report rates the OLine coaches considering elements like OLine talent level & experience ,, injuries,depth,Offensive scheme,etc. Murphy shared the report,, dont remember who compiled it. Castillo was 13th. In other words: how effective was the coach considering what he had to work with?

Unlike some people,I don't pretend to have all the answers. Significant improvement can be achieved through a combination of 1. Better schemes 2. Youngsters gaining experience 3. Add OLine via draft 4...via free.agency 5. Continued development of Allen and skill positions How do you define "lots"? Bills have 3rd most and will focus on offense while not ignoring D

Will Oliver be there? Free agency dictates the draft and vice/versa. Bills dont have to reach 90+ million wont help address the OLine? Perhaps Beane prefers vets up front

Not paying McCoy 9 million to be a 3rd down specialist. Castillo actually ranks mid pack or higher but stuck with mediocre talent after Wood and Incognito retired

Trades featuring late round picks haven't yet changed the NFLandscape,but lets wait and evaluate the trades. New GMs have been eager to make their mark. The rising salary cap makes it easier to take on veteran salaries: a team might give up a pick rather than gamble that a player they like gets cut. Beane traded AWAY players to dump contracts and accumulate picks to move up for a QB. It is possible he considers trading away 1 or 2

1. Beane has stated how important the draft is in building a team. Maximize production & value of a player while still on his rookie deal. 2. You cant force teams to trade with you

Does he WANT to coach?

Yeah that's kind of what I meant by "relative'. Depends on the talent level of the particular team. A guy waho was a #1 on his colled team probably wont step in as and NFL: #1