DrDawkinstein

The main difference is Terry fancied himself a "hockey guy" who knew a lot of hockey people and proactively bought the Sabres so he could spend his retirement being an active/meddling owner. Whereas with the Bills and the NFL, they were kinda pushed into the purchase and quickly realized how in over their heads they were, and were willing to delegate GM and HC searches to outside consultants, and then take a hands-off approach to running the team's football operations. Not sure that's even an issue at this point. It certainly wouldnt fix the brain damage she sustained. And she may not be strong enough to handle it.

I think we can get him back on a Milano/Oliver/White type of contract where they make pretty good money, but it's a very team friendly deal. I havent thought far enough ahead to know what those numbers might look like, but Beane has done a good job of getting our guys to re-sign at reasonable prices. Rousseau would seem like he's in that group considering he has been good but not great.

Interesting. Moats was pick #178 to Solomon's #168. Honestly, if Solomon has the same type of career/contribution as Moats, I'd be happy with that. Even better if he becomes the next Milano, but that's probably not fair. Moats wasnt a superstar, but he was a consistent, reliable contributor who would make a play or two when needed. We could certainly do worse at this spot.

Not even trying to be cute or sarcastic or call you out individually. Just giving some perspective on expectations. I think we all agree we'd love every pick to be a superstar, especially our 1st rounders. And Beane needs to start hitting more homeruns than singles and doubles. But being good and consistently picking in the 25-30 range is a much different life than picking in the 7-12 range like we were all used to for so many years. The Edge guys from 2021: #12 - Micah Parsons #18 - Jaelan Phillips #21 - Kwity Paye #28 - Payton Turner #30 - Greg Rousseau #31 - Odafe Oweh #32 - Joe Tryon-Shoyinka Outside of Micah Parsons, I'd argue Groot is the best of that bunch. And even AJE could compete for a spot at the top of that group. Groot is a solid starter that is still improving. Hopefully that keeps going. AND we wont have to pay him the contract Parsons is about to get.

I volunteer as tribute!

The #30 overall is a better version than the #54 overall selection, but not as good as the guys selected in the Top 10. shocked pikachu face

I'm excited to see what Bobby Babich does as DC, and even more excited to see what he and McD can do with a player like Bishop.

Nice additions

Literally any coach in the world would jump at a chance to work with a Top 3 QB. You guys are too much. Go look at the other OCs hired this offseason in all those coaching changes and tell us who was better qualified and with a better track record than Brady. We already had one of the top candidates on staff, happy to join as a QB Coach, because of Josh.

I mean, I wont ever say I told you so regarding all the offseason talk about taking 2 WRs early, but if anyone is showing any arrogance here it the folks that worked themselves up into such a lather based on youtube highlight reels, and now you are saying you lost faith in Beane because he didnt do exactly what you, an untrained civilian, wanted him to do. And wanted him to draft guys in the 2nd round that NO team took until the 4th-7th rounds. Who is thinking they are smarter than anyone else? I know you are feeling let down after months of hyping this up. I'm bummed we couldnt get one of the Big 3 or BTJ. Let's see how it works out.

Which "playmakers" did you want at 219 and 221 overall? And just for comparison, Andy Isabella - who is already on the roster, was a 2019 2nd round pick and ran a 4.31 40.

Could be holder, for sure. There was also some classic McD tomfoolery in decision making that seemed like it could have affected his confidence. Deciding not to kick the FG in certain situations when it seemed obvious, then putting him out there for ridiculous long shots.

Fair but I dont think that stat tells the whole story. Doesnt mean he cant become a ball hawk in the right system with the right opportunity. And he should get both with the Bills. He has the body type and range for it.

Even better, young Hyde that hits better. We have 2 Poyer replacements on the roster already with Rapp and Edwards.

I do wonder if we were making calls to get up to get BTJ before the Jags. I think that would have been the only trade-up chance for us.

Always take the Raiders, pitch it to Bo, then zig-zag your way to a TD. Why doesnt Beane know this?

So youre saying he could convert to WR?!?!?

After the Diggs trade, Beane's quote was "We'll look in the Draft and in Free Agency, and maybe 1 from each" He did NOT say "It's a great draft to need a WR so we might take a couple". He told everyone exactly what the plan was, and people didnt listen/didnt believe him because they were too busy in their armchair GM fantasy and falling in love with highlight reels. We'll add another before camp starts.

Another small, fast guy for Tua to not hit if he needs to make a 2nd read. Is how that sentence ends.

Agreed on the need, but they work magic with those 6th and 7th round CBs.

Best Roster in the Division!

I wont argue the RB pick because no one can argue for RBs in the NFL, although it was a roster need with Harris and Murray gone. Safety was an absolute huge need since we had no one for Hyde's role, and Bishop will be very good there. Dont get me wrong, had they snagged Franklin or Tez in the mid rounds I wouldve been very happy too. Just not how it worked out.

Everyone already got their WRs

Sure and that's why I said the Double Down in the DRAFT was a pipe dream. We definitely need to add another, but it will be a vet. Not a draft pick. And was always going to be the case with our Defensive needs from the draft.

I mean, I dont want to fall into the trap of your first post, but Benford, Dane Jackson, Poyer (7th round), and Hyde (5th round), all say otherwise.