The BLUES Brothers

Mel Kiper on ESPN radio not sure how tape delayed it was... A Buffalo caller made it on line and Kiper said he didn't think QB position was worth trading up for and thinks the Bills will get OJ Howard (if he's there) or Mike Williams who should be there. A few other items is he says Kizer holds the ball way too long, disagrees with Mayock over Jabrill Peppers - Kiper said Peppers is a first round talent and Mayock doesn't. Thinks Dallas will trade up for a Pass Rusher.

You're Welcome - glad you liked it, too. I guessed WR Corey Davis a month ago and sticking with it but would be good with Defense, too. I recall when we drafted Shane Conlan in '87 and his play helped us during our rise in the AFC East, of course Bennett added to that so if we go LB - I will hope it is some good karma coming round again.

According to Andy Benoit of SI he said he thinks Trubisky's best place to go is Buffalo because of our run heavy offense. He watches a lot of film and is knowledgeable. The Interview (on John Murphy show) starts around 7:30 mark and he gets into the QB breakdown at 12 minute mark. I have never posted a link but here it is for anyone else as obsessed as I am about next week's draft: http://d3efjls8gnbg8i.cloudfront.net/1642018/119104644.mp3?rhihttphost=wgr550.hosted.cx Spoiler alert - surprisingly he didn't suggest the Bills draft any QB at 10 and he also said he doesn't think we will reach for a CB either - it was an Ah-ha moment for John Murphy, Donald Jones and me that McDermott's zone values speedy LBs and strong DL so much more than cover guys in his zone defense. I have read every page of this thread and appreciate the insight from you guys too.

I believe that is a Classic line from " The Blues Brothers" movie - I may have to watch that this weekend. Today on John Murphy show - Donald Jones broke down the LBs and said Foster has great athletic ability so you'd have to think that someone later in round one is going to pounce on this pick.

Why do they always have us play Kansas City right when we need a big win! (Glad we are opening against the Jets though...)

NFL evaluator Greg Gabriel feels the Bills are very serious about grabbing a QB in Round 1. Certain a QB pick will make a lot of fans happy - Some sportscasters saying they think he (MT) will be a star, but they said "he needs an Aaron Rodgers situation where he can sit and learn the ropes prior to starting"...and then they said - "but if he is picked high - that makes it harder to wait".

Just back from the big Easter Feast get together - so much food, that , as it is said: the only problem going to my Mom's house is you always leave "fed up" .

That could be cool - Flutie gave such a spark when we needed it then....Funny - just today I showed my son an old box of Flutie Flakes that was buried in the basement - no contents just the box and I was going to let it go and he said we should keep it. What would also be amazing is if The trio of Bruce, Thurman, and Reed came back together since it was tough when they were all let go same time back in the day. We could also ask Frank Reich but he might get in some hot water missing game time from his own team

This was someone I thought was out of reach and wanted us to get after Gil-no-more bailed...but thanks as I wasn't aware our defense may not be great fit and still the concerns that his hammy could really pose issues. Then again - there were concerns over Thurman Thomas's knee coming out and he was such a horse for us.

Thanks for the other places to check out while in Cleveland. I will PM for any insight you can offer. I also did so with the other kind offer in the thread (since he has Crohns) - any and all input is greatly appreciated. We saw Dr. Brezinski when there at Cleveland Clinic last time - the guy was so attentive. Some Doctors whisk you out in 15 minutes - this doctor spent 3 hours with us! The staff was also amazing and helpful - we were there over 5 days in January and the predisone had helped but as he is weaning off of it - it is flaring up again. He is a really good kid (huge Bills fan like his ol' man). It has been very tough for wife and I watching our son losing weight and being in pain, becoming anemic. but after reading the tragedy today with TE Heap's that rips your heart out - we are still blessed to be having great care and we want to beat this sooner than later. From the bottom of my heart Thank you all for the support.

Thanks All for the input and well wishes - Go Bills!

I don't anticipate a problem with the Cleveland fans - since cordial beats confrontation. to that event - when I am at a Bills game - I usually work to be a good will ambassador when sitting by visiting fans - find out where they are traveling from/wish them luck ​with their season (much easier to do when not division rivals). Certainly it will more fun to watch and root for the pick with other fans though so Very Cool - Thanks All - Buffalo Wild Wings and Townhall sound promising

Someone on the radio had said it is a movie you'll probably never watch twice (and agree with that) but my son is home from college, we never saw it and thought it would be cool since, you know - 'tis the season...it was cool to see real NFL people in it and we wondered if there is that kind of banter that goes on between player and coach and also GM to GM - probably to some degree, right? My son looked up that the testing ploy of the coaches to hide a $100 bill in the back of the playbook was loosely based on a coach putting a blank dvd for Jamarcus Russell to study game film and he claimed he watched it (but obviously lied)... The question is - my son is dealing with a challenging health issue (Crohns Disease/colitis) and we will be traveling out of state to Cleveland (Cleveland Clinic appointments) during the very first 2 days of the NFL draft. We will want to grab dinner and watch with Bills fans if possible. I looked up Bills Backer bars (none listed in Cleveland) and saw an old thread here from 2004 of where in Cleveland might work (Golden Coins, Harpos, Stampers) but hoping there may be better updated info from anyone? Love our team but will probably not wear the Sammy Watkins jersey in there - don't need 2 reasons to be at hospital ;-) I would greatly appreciate if you can let me know if there is any place around there that may be fun to watch. Thanks.

Ha! I agree with Shotgunner that the Coach didn't sound like he wanted to be pressured to take a Defensive Player so could see the big TE.

Thank you for All the help along the way. RIP

That's another reason I love this site - I get a text, wonder about the guy, come here and get answers and insight. Kudos and Thank you for the information

I always wanted Foster then saw a report that during potential team interviews he did not follow along well when they asked him to decipher the Xs and Os of plays. His Coach (Saban) agreed he does not do well with that on paper process but proves his understanding on the field and on film. The coach also pointed out - Foster would (smartly) call out the signals for the defense so maybe it was never required in college but I don't know if an inability to follow along on paper will hamper him in an NFL career. Hooker or Lattimore would be ecstatic for me - yes I need a life ;-)

I hope we sign him and Michael Floyd (would love to pull a Belichick move ...on a former Belichick player)....

The Tomcat - here is some prognostication for your consideration... 1. Mike Williams : Ravens 2. Corey Davis : Bills 3. Malik Hooker : Chargers 4. OJ Howard : Panthers 5 Mitch Trubisky : Jets Thanks kind sir and Go Bills!

I agree with this take - I enjoy reading other's opinions and it is the basis of content, not the office it comes from, that makes it an interesting read and have merit. Keep it Up and Go Bills!

Personally, I welcome the opinions of others - I just wish JS wasn't so toxic in his prose. He seems to have a vengance and cares more about being bold than being right or persuasive. Maybe he is right but what if he's wrong? Whaley Has made some helpful moves here and the dagger that often stabs Whaley is that he picked EJ. Two things: 1.) It has been stated that Whaley didn't want EJ that high - wanted to trade down where he felt he would still be but Buddy Nix's last draft was to have a stud QB before he left and BN made the call. 2.) Even though EJ has not panned out - sadly he probably WAS the best QB from the bunch that year. I am a BB Fan and wanted Rex to work out however in retrospect now I am glad he is gone. Maybe someday I will feel the same way about Whaley - however - he has courage to make moves that are intended to bring Talent here where the Coaches are supposed to shape them into the scheme to Win games. If Whaley doesn't speak on behalf of the team - so what?! Do your valued job and get us the best players and do not overspend (we have seen we are doing that this season already where we have 3 WR for the price of one that left (Goodwin). Flame away if you need to but I am off to Mass so can't reply for a while.

Smart Man that Mr. Wilson and unlike Art Modell, kept the team here as long as possible and beyond... Thanks RCW!

He is a rather fast talking, enterianing speaker. Former Basketball player and ran track to help his speed. He loves to catch but also learned young to block for other receivers to help them score and says he enjoys that part of the game - refreshing take. Small college (Hillsdale College) since he didn't make Division 1 but it made him more responsible and increased his drive by learning from older players, one that was drafted in 3rd round by AZ Cardinals. John Murphy recalled (and I forgot) when he had a 50 yard catch against us - he laughed and said he watches that play a lot. He discussed the contract fiasco and was just watching TV and was surprised when it said he had signed so wanted to let his friends know it wasn't official then but then said he is glad he is a Buffalo Bill. Ready to play any role the coaches ask him to play - sounded humble and was working out prior to the show - is dedicated to be ready for the season. Even if we draft a No 2 in draft - hard not to root for a budding team player like this guy...

When my Dad passed - someone had some words of wisdom that was essentially -"If you keep them alive in your hearts - then they will be with you forever" and those words of solace have brought comfort even in sad grieving. Certainly he will be missed by all that came to know and love him. Thoughts and Prayers are with you during this time of great sorrow.

I remember being in the stands with fellow TBD brother, Ken for this legendary game when it was not looking good and so glad we stayed to enjoy the comeback. Charles Osgood did a nice motivational piece on it - Wow thank you Google search: http://drchet.com/pdf/2010pdf_30_Pound_Club/07-04-2010--Charles_Osgood_Poem.pdf Let's hope this season is the start of a comeback into contention.