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I agree. I have no interest in Robinson unless we draft one with the 27th pick.

"IMO McD run his course, so has Beane. Could I be wrong? Of course. We'll see what this Draft brings, but given the results to date, the odds of one of our rookies stepping up to make a difference is nonexistent. It would be a first for Beane. As to McD, he won't have nearly to work with what he's had to date. White may be finished after his surgery, he certainly wasn't good when he returned this year. Poyer gone. Even drafting a WR at 27th isn't going to cut it. There hasn't been a WR drafted after 11th in either of the last two drafts that has put up starting #2 numbers or even close. Cinci's improving, KC's still KC, Miami and the Jets are breathing down our necks and each took one from us this past season. We can never rule NE out. Lawrence and Jax seem to be coming on and we couldn't beat them last time we played them when they sucked." Really well thought out and written. I concur with everything you said here. A sad and discouraging read but as accurate as could be. I really think it's time to move on from McD and Beane. They should move to a mediocre team that needs a build. They are great at turning around a losing organization. It's clear they can't get over the hump. McD consistently gets his butt waxed come playoff time. Besides Allen, Beane has way more misses than hits.

Spot on here.

Disagree and I know I'm likely in the minority. I know a lot depends on the board. Of course, if there's a glaring discrepancy then I can see the defensive pick. However, at pick 27 I tend to think there will be some good value on the offensive side. The Bills can always try to get a stop gap LB on the cheap. Too bad Bernard can't step in. He looks to be a wasted pick. Just my two cents.

We are all sinners my friend.

No to defense! Sorry man. The 27th pick has to be an offensive player. I wouldn't mind if every pick was offensive. I'm going into rhis year with the mindset of giving Allen protection and weapons. Let him cook. The defense falls where it falls. McD can try to get the best out of what he has. The organization has to change its mentality and focus. For too long it has concentrated on upgrading the defense. It hasn't worked come playoff time.

Let Edmunds go. Not worth that kind of money.

I'm no fan of Rodgers. I think he's likely on the decline. Mentally, I'm not sure how heart and mind is all in on playing football. 50 mil a year is a nice reward to keep playing. With that said, half a Rodgers is still better than what the Jets have. Probably, just as good or better than a limited and injury prone Tua.

Some mistakes are worse than others. There's a reason why the "13 second game" will go down as one of the greats. The 13 seconds is certainly part of why. It's kind of like comparing a manslaughter charge to a petty thief.

Generally speaking, I agree. However, it will depend on who Miami gets to replace Tua. For example, Aaron Rodgers with those WRs seemingly would be scary.

Thanks preacher! You got me...

Of course we want to be entertained. That is a pretty low standard. The team goal of the players, coaches, and management certainly isn't to entertain fans. It's a by product of winning. The goal is winning the Super bowl. First, let's try to get there. While, your feelings are yours, I doubt most Bills fans are truly satisfied with being entertained. Weak response!

Me too! Do you like disappointing playoff losses too? A Bills defense that can't stop a good quality playoff offense? A coaching staff that blows playoff games and clearly gets out coached? Whats the ultimate goal of the team Augie? Think macro not micro Not me. Im not timid about calling out foolish posts. Including yours Mr. Thurman. Great thing is I know I get the same back in return.

Fantastic synopsis! Pat yourself on the back for such a brutally honest assessment. I'm in totally agreement.

Most leaders I know take responsibility for their mistakes. The lone exception would be a narcisst. Clearly, McD doesn't meet that criteria. However, he has adequately ducked responsibility in the playoffs. Maybe that's acceptable? Not my style and it's certainly not authentic. I like to have the Buffalo media ask him the tough questions. For example, what do you plan to do to be more successful in the playoffs? How can you beat Cinci and KC in a playoff game? Why has your team have limited success in the last three years of the playoffs? Why should we believe you can led the team to the Super Bowl? This is where we miss Jerry Sullivan.

Agree 100%. That's fair. I may be splitting hairs.

I don't see McD as an alpha. I see him as a high character guy that creates an nice team building environment. I see him as a calming influence and more passive than aggressive. Not a bad thing. An alpha has a really hard time letting others take control. He is known to let his coaches coach. Not sure if that's valid but many think he let Fraizer run much of the D. Not an alpha move at all. McD isn't new to coaching. An alpha would have taken control of the Bills defense years ago. I'd argue McD has shielded himself from much criticism. Look at 13 seconds as an example. He walked away from that unscathed. Alphas own their mistakes. The Bills team often lacks toughness. They have been know as being soft and or a finesse teams for years. A team follows the example of its coach. McD has some great qualities. He is a high character guy and a good team builder. He does have some alpha characterics but I would not characterize him as an alpha. He's no Bill Belicheck or Andy Reid. Those are clear alphas.

No he didn't. In fact if you listen to his comments at the combine he sounded like he was leaning towards not calling plays. Likely it will be an in house DC. McD has to have an out and a scape goat. Him calling plays will leave him out on an island likely without a boat.

Hope you are right. That's tje scenario I'm looking for. A dynamic offense and a step up defense when needed.

Probably did go to far. I agree.

McD defense has failed us fans for several playoff appearances. There is little to agrue about that. As to why can be debated. Gunner, make no mistake about it this is and always will be a McD defense. Fraizer was just a warm body executing McD plan and defense. His role was limited. He was a perfect incognito fall guy for McD. Surely, a smart guy like yourself can see that. At some point, changes need to be made. I'm at the point that McD D can't get it done when it counts. Let's try something different. Imho, there is little to lose.

He's better by a lot. Don't get caught up with that stat. That was a huge mistake. Poor coaching at its best.

They should have. Fangio is one of the best defensive minds out there. His defense is different than McD. It would require lots of changes. I welcome the changes.

Agree 100%. Great post. McD has run its course. It's time to move on. Would have loved to see Fangio come in here and completely revamp this defense.

Who hold McD accountable? You don't think he was primarily responsible for the 13 sec loss? How bout the game plan and adjustments vs Cinci? Ultimately, the coach had to bare some blame. It can't just be everyone around him. That's just unrealistic. Now more than ever, McD needs to step up and get the team over the hump. Enough of the excuses and blaming others.