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“Lamar opted not to sign an agent, as he did not want them to take a cut of his first contract. He told Denver 9News’ Mike Klis he did not hire an agent, because he did not want them to “take a cut of my paycheck and I feel I deserve it.” This judgement and his mom’s influence and involvement with this decision leads me to believe there’s a big red flag on this guy as part of “the process.” If he can’t see the benefits of a good pro agent at the most important time in his life how can he see the bigger picture in “the process”. Nice to see a very supportive family dynamic but he can waive the first round good-bye and enjoy 100% of your second round pay scale to anyone but the Bills.

Bold move... Bills move up to #1 for #12, #22 and next year first round. Cleveland then swaps #4 #12 and #22 to Giants for #2 and Odell.

Good call. Could be on his way out as part of deal to get to #5.

With franchise QBs in the conversation the JJ chart isn't as relevant. Let's look at the Eagles trade to move up to #2. To get Wentz, Eagles traded Byron Maxwell (Second/Third Round Value) and Alonso (Second/Third Round Value) with #13 pick to move up to #8. From there they swapped 1st and 4th rounders with Browns giving up a future first-round, second rounder and third rounder so the Eagles could move up from #8 to #2. So essentially to get from #13 to #2 they gave up additional draft capital value of one First Rounder, 2 Second-Rounders and 2 Third-Rounders. Perhaps if the Bills could dangle a player like Shaq Lawson in the deal to Denver or the Giants they can maybe pull this off with less picks.

I hope you're right.

Easily Denver gets 4 picks from Buffalo. Bills are going to have to give Denver both #12, #22 and then some to get the conversation going. They can address positional need at #12 with a development QB option (Rudolph or Jackson) at #22 plus additional picks.

Two impact signings today with implications on us - Hyde to the Browns and Solder to Giants. Looks like the Browns are locked in at #1 with QB. With the Giants signing Solder and their win-now mentality they can easily move from #2 to #5 and get the impact player they want. There's a really good chance Nelson and/or Barkley will fall to #5 especially if Chubb goes to Indy at #3. If the Bills can't jump to #2 now they can work their way there through Denver at #5 then jump to #2. Going to cost picks but they seem prepared to do whatever they have to do now. From #5 going to #2 will cost at least two additional picks or they can gamble and hope their guy is there at #5. Bottom line - getting to #5 is the move and it could include Siemian.

If Nick Foles wins the SB does he become #BuffaloJesus in The Process? http://philadelphia.cbslocal.com/2018/02/01/nick-foles-qb-pastor-super-bowl-2018/

The headline should read “Tyrod Taylor is not good enough”. There’s only about 10 guys on the planet who can play this position and compete for championships and Tyrod isn’t one of them.

Can’t wait until we move on from #5. Cut/trade can’t come soon enough.

The incentive is simple. Win to get the Bills into the playoffs so you have a cupcake first round game against your former team. We'd get destroyed by the Jags and it look there's a good chance they'll be seeded at #3. If it's not them then it would be Pittsburgh. Bottom line either way we're one and done so why bother. Let's play out for the better draft position.

Is Peterman’s first half today equivalent to the Adrian Wilson hit on Trent Edwards? His confidence and career basically ended on this play.

The new Two Bills Drive looks pretty slick but it looks like there may be a new owner. Did the Buffalo News buy Two Bills Drive? Most of the articles now required a subscription. Anybody know?

Does it really even matter who's QB? Until Brady retires we're doomed.

The opportunity with the Broncos could position him to make a jump to a HC post sooner than any open OC roles. Make Lynch/Sieman SB winning QB and sign your ticket. Broncos D doesn't put them far off.

Check mark for taking the time to meet with TG but the Pegula's avoided more than half of the questions???

I'd be really surprised if Lynn sticks around as OC not to mention the divide that would create in the locker room.

What's questionable about Belichik and his style? He has rings and is a SB contender every year. Hmmmmmmmm Bring in new blood.

No issues with Pegula interview by Wawrow just the timing of it. Could have proved to be an effective strategy if it was released prior to Whaley taking the podium.

If Buffalo jumps on him, Shannon will yell rape. The Bills know they have no chance that's why he's not even being considered. Did you watch Whaley's press conference?

Do you work for the Bills? You posted the exact same comment on another post...hmmmmmm.

The point PK is makes is based on information from around the league so his Patriots allegiance has little to do with the truth he speaks. The perception here is the reality as difficult as it is to accept.

Actually, as professionals the Buffalo media were doing their job trying to "fill in the story" and asked fair objective questions. Vic Carucci claimed he has never received so many calls from national media following the presser so clearly this situation was way beyond local media. http://www.wgrz.com/sports/nfl/bills/adam-benigni-and-vic-carucci-discuss-the-doug-whaley-news-conference-the-bills-coaching-search-and-tyrod-taylor-/381709838

You're right. I'm not sure SB and communication team understand the implications of social media in the ever changing world of PR or how to adapt their relationships and strategies to manage effectively.

"Whaley was evasive during a contentious 38-minute session where he refused to admit to knowing the details of most anything related to Rex Ryan's firing. The Buffalo media and Whaley drilled down on this topic for a long time without getting anywhere, something you simply don't see very often. Whaley, who also reportedly did not see eye-to-eye with previous head coach Doug Marrone, did not take responsibility or even address if he approved of Ryan's departure. At one point, a reporter said to Whaley: "I'm trying to figure out what you do for a living despite your job title." It's clear Whaley is not comfortable with the media. That's not the end of the world. But the image that Whaley and the Bills presented was one of a muddled power structure and shaky communication. That's not an ideal image to give off in a competitive job market, especially with Whaley leading the job search." Gregg Rosenthal Around The NFL Editor