We dumped a WR1 and now have to use another 1st on a WR1 for Allen. Zay is supposed to replace Woods which looks like it will not turn out well at this stage, so in addition we need a WR2.
Whaley was getting EJ a WR#1 to pair with Woods, Hogan, Goodwin, Spiller and Fred Jackson. Trading up to get Watkins in hindsight was horrible. Everyone knows though at the time Watkins was hands down the best scouted WR of the class. He was giving the rookie QB a chance to turn into something.
It is what it is though. Whaley was forced EJ, this isn't even debatable or some theory as Nix flat out said it's was his parting gift to Buffalo. Whaley was forced Rex Ryan = end story.
I liked Whaley and still do as GM. Guy was a real HC of his choice and a QB away from great things here.