The Now Moment

The thing is, a new coaching staff bringing a new scheme should at least see what they have in a QB before ditching him to the curb. He could've played extremely well, unfortunately, it didn't pan out. But as a head coach, with a position like QB, you have to let him play and see what you have. Now that you know, you can move on. They still might be able to trade him for something, who knows. That's if that is the direction they want to go

Well, I think that's what part of this move is about. They aren't just evaluating Tyrod and Peterman but Dennison and his scheme as well. Finding it out before the offseason starts gives them an advantage to come up with a gameplan moving into the offseason. If Peterman plays well and we put a lot of points on the board, obviously it was Tyrod. If Peterman doesn't do well, it may not be Dennison's fault but he will not be as comfortable in his position

I'm just happy that they aren't being conservative and actually have some guts to make changes when players don't fit even if they are talented in other schemes

To me, it's pretty clear that Tyrod doesn't fit Dennison's scheme and Dennison's system doesn't fit Tyrod's abilities. It really is all about if the system matches the players you have. Some players can play in multiple schemes, Tyrod is not one of those players. Dennison has had success with guys in the past like Trevor Siemian who has looked like trash in a new scheme. And let's not forget that the Rams have a ton of high draft picks at key positions...so there's that as well.

Why would we want to lose even more? That doesn't help build a culture for a new head coach. They are trying to do it right which is win while you are rebuilding. I absolutely think this is the goal that has been set by them

Just posted a similar thing not knowing you did the same. Must have missed it on the boards sorry mods, but this new regime has some guts. They aren't afraid to make moves and I for one find it refreshing.

A lot of NFL coaches refuse to run college systems like Houston has done because they aren't familiar with it. Houston's head coach coming from college is a perfect pairing for Watson. Not sure how he'd have done on almost any other team. He really struck gold.

I think it is more than refreshing to finally get a GM/Head Coach combination with some guts and that are on the same page. Over the last few seasons, we haven't had our Head Coach and GM on the same page. Now, these guys clearly look on the same page. They are making quick decisive moves and quickly reshaping an old roster that doesn't exactly fit the scheme. Everyone is being evaluated and kicked to the curb if they aren't what this combination is looking for out of that position. Finally! Finally, someone who has the guts to gut a team of it's players that may be leaders on the team but they just don't fit. While Whaley made trades as well, I'm sure the disconnect between him and Rex caused problems when it came to drafting or trading for guys. I'm so thankful that this group has the guts to pull a QB in the midst of a wild card hunt knowing that it may not work out and may backfire, but take a chance for once. Don't be overly conservative. If a guy can be upgraded...why not give it a try? San Fran pulled Alex Smith as they were kicking the league in the ash. His back up ended up lighting a fire under the team and they went to the super bowl all because they took a chance. I realize that one is now still in the league while another is not but in that situation, he helped lead that team to a Super Bowl. That's a gutsy call. Beane and McDermott's familiarity with each other and coming from the same team will help the team as they know what type of players to look for. I've seen a wide range of opinions about the pairing so far but I think these two have some guts and don't just stick with what they inherited. They are a couple of ambitious guys and I for one, am all aboard!

I think that Dennison and the whole coaching staff would want to actually evaluate Peterman and not add this type of play in. Plus, they probably want him solely focused on a certain amount of plays in the playbook. This would not help that.

Absolutely agree. Let Lorax rotate as a pass rusher and see if he can help that dline create some pressure

But coming out of college that is tough to evaluate. The only reason Watson was so successful is because of the Clemson look-a-like scheme that Houston ran. Tyrod is trying to run an NFL scheme and he just can't do it. I don't know how Watson would run an NFL scheme. I like a few QBs but the system we run requires a QB with some mobility. Luckily, most QBs in college nowadays have at least some kind of wheels. To me, it is important to separate the ones that just can run and the ones that can throw on the run. I know he has looked rough in some games but Josh Allen has proven he can make all of the throws while on the move. I wouldn't be shocked if they take a flier on him and see if they can coach him. We have a good amount of weapons on this team for a rookie QB. Whoever they get if they decide to draft someone, should be able to produce with what we have and I'm sure they will add more if they get a QB.

While he's been a better weapon for them this year, he's still only a sophomore and he's been playing as a complement player (which most tight ends do). Next year, I hope he becomes the passing weapon on that team. Unfortunately for him, Ferguson is a senior. Would love to see him beef up a little while keeping his wheels. He has a lot of developing to do but he will be on draft radars in the near future. He's just not there as of now IMO

It's a different approach and honestly after all of these years, a different direction isn't a bad idea And McDermott has Beane who seem to work together as a team instead of fight each other on decisions like we've had in the past with coaches and gms...that should be a good thing.

I love the people who are predicting how Peterman will suck. How many QBs have we as individuals predicted in our own heads to be great or to suck and they just don't turn out that way. Russell, Leaf, Cousins being a solid starter as a fourth round pick, Tom Brady...the list goes on and on. Yet, each and every one of us has it all figured our right? Who knows what will happen, but I'm rooting for Bills either way!! All aboard the Peterman bandwagon! If he becomes the next guy, all of those fans that went to last week's game didn't just witness a horrid game...but the start of a new era...Peterman. Let's hope for the best instead of thinking the guy will suck...he's shown promise

I believe a coach should have a lot of the power...Belichick. He's going to be coaching the players, why not have him have a huge say in personnel moves?

While he's been okay, there has been very little excitement on returns. I liked McKelvin even though he fumbled, he hit the home run a few times. Our starting field position has been horrid.

Why are we trying to pin it on one of them? The defense was trash and so was Tyrod Taylor...both are accountable...both will see new starters if they keep playing like that...the rebuild is on...

Star players all over the league have done it. We need a little electricity on returns for a change. When was the last time anyone was scared to kick to us?

Tre White has proven to be a solid football player over the course only 9 games in his young career. Why not expand his duties a little and let him return punts or kickoffs? In college he had 3 kick returns for touchdowns. We have seen a few decent returns this year but why not give this kid a shot too? Who knows, he could become the next Patrick Peterson if he excels...or maybe he doesn't. Worth a shot?

If this team switches QBs next year and starts to pass more or at least more efficiently, a guy like WR Anthony Miller from Memphis could be a weapon they add. He'll likely wind up between the end of the first round and the middle of the second. He's a huge playmaker with the ball in his hands. Can run routes well or take a screen or handoff. He can also return kicks. He's very fast and could be extremely productive in the slot. To me, he's the missing offensive weapon for a QB. He's a potential direction, especially if we grab a QB high but we do have a lot of other holes on the team that need to be filled. We will see how they prioritize those needs soon enough.

So you agree we know what we have in Tyrod. If we get smoked again, what's the harm in seeing if Peterman is more than Trent Edwards. If he's great...then you keep developing him. If he's not, we know we need to draft a QB in the draft. What's the harm in seeing what you have on the roster before investing another draft pick or potentially more in another QB?

Well he has to address the media, even if he doesn't want to. He didn't make a circus of the interview like Rex and his snacks, while entertaining, it takes the spotlight off of the team and puts it on the coach.

Yet in McDermott's Carolina defense, Kawonn Short was drafted and had double digit sacks...I completely disagree with the notion that DTs don't need to create pressure in this scheme or in most schemes for that matter. The DEs have been by themselves in trying to get to the QB if you watch closely. Hughes has had pressures, just hasn't gotten there. The QBs that we've played against have been way too comfortable in the pocket. The DTs need to provide interior rush to push the QB out of the pocket into the arms of the DEs but they haven't provided even the slightest bit of push all season really. We have very few sacks as a team. We also do not have any first rounders at the DT position right now. Washington was a third and isn't playing well. Both Shaq and Hughes were former 1st rounders and Shaq is still developing. One fat run stuffer and a DT that can get penetration is what McDerm had in Carolina in Lotulelei and Short. They even drafted another first DT in Vernon Butler...3 first round DTs. I fully expect that trend to continue now that he is here.

Scales is someone I'd take in a heartbeat. He can get to the QB, run stuff and intercept passes. He's proven it throughout his productive 4 year career at Indiana. He has a lot of potential, needs to keep developing just like every other young player

Everyone should be able to create pressure along the dline not just the DEs...They have potential talent there still, DT doesn't