toddgurley Posted April 5, 2010 Posted April 5, 2010 I like the fact they recognized we needed a Qb and went for the best one available (d.mcnabb) Like the espn article said, its not their (Front office) fault that Mcnabb would not sign an extension if traded to Buffalo And I am very interested to see what we do in the draft. That number 9 pick is gonna be tough, cause now Claussen may be available
26CornerBlitz Posted April 5, 2010 Posted April 5, 2010 I like the fact they recognized we needed a Qb and went for the best one available (d.mcnabb) Like the espn article said, its not their (Front office) fault that Mcnabb would not sign an extension if traded to Buffalo And I am very interested to see what we do in the draft. That number 9 pick is gonna be tough, cause now Claussen may be available I think it's pretty damn tough to overcome all these years of ineptitude and negativity in such a short time. They need more time to change the perception of the organization through results. We'll really have to wait to "see the baby" as Buddy Nix said. Like all tortured Bills fans, I'm definitely hoping for the best moving forward. Time tells no lies, we shall see.
C.Biscuit97 Posted April 5, 2010 Posted April 5, 2010 I like the FA moves so far and the fact they seem to be involved in trade talks. That said, we need to wait for the draft (where we truly won't have results for 3 years) and this season to see how Gailey does as a coach. So I'm very encouraged but there's still a long way to go.
Malazan Posted April 5, 2010 Posted April 5, 2010 I like that they don't do anything TBD wants them to do
K Gun Special Posted April 5, 2010 Posted April 5, 2010 I like that they don't do anything TBD wants them to do
DrDawkinstein Posted April 5, 2010 Posted April 5, 2010 I like that they don't do anything TBD wants them to do hahaha yes!
DrDawkinstein Posted April 5, 2010 Posted April 5, 2010 i voted Other, because im currently at a combination of "Going in right direction" and "Waiting for the draft to decide" since the draft will give us the best indication of their plan and how they enact it. i like that they wanted McNabb, but didnt overspend on him. it's tough to judge a new FO by free agency because we dont know everything theyve tried to do. I'm excited to see how they build through the draft...
purple haze Posted April 5, 2010 Posted April 5, 2010 I love this thread so far. Agree with all of the SENSIBLE posts.
DarthICE Posted April 5, 2010 Posted April 5, 2010 I love what they are doing. You build great teams through the DRAFT, not in Free agency. We are no where close to being ready to try and bring in big names, and we couldn't if we wanted to till we were more competitive. I love what they are doing and am willing to give them time
flmike Posted April 5, 2010 Posted April 5, 2010 I don't think Clausen will be available. I think that Washington only wants McNabb for a short time to get a new QB ready. Watch them take him with their pick.
May Day 10 Posted April 5, 2010 Posted April 5, 2010 jury is out. we will see. I havent seen them do anything yet, but there really hasnt been anything to do yet.
Mr. WEO Posted April 5, 2010 Posted April 5, 2010 I love what they are doing. You build great teams through the DRAFT, not in Free agency. We are no where close to being ready to try and bring in big names, and we couldn't if we wanted to till we were more competitive. I love what they are doing and am willing to give them time If Buddy is "going to build through the draft" why did he make an offer for McNabb?
CountDorkula Posted April 5, 2010 Posted April 5, 2010 If Buddy is "going to build through the draft" why did he make an offer for McNabb? He did it for a good stop gap QB. It usually takes a QB 2-3 years to develope, and McNabb would only play for another 2-3 years, so we can assume. You still draft a young QB let him sit and learn behind a talented knowledgable QB then start him when he is ready. How many QB's have been ruined by being thrown into the mix to early? No one knows
billsfreak Posted April 5, 2010 Posted April 5, 2010 Way to early to tell. They really haven't done anything impressive or anything that is blatantly dumb, just journeyman moves so far. With the shape this organization is in, and I am not one who was happy with the hirings, but you have to give them at least a couple years to see how a few drafts and free agent signings pan out. This survey is kinda like grading a car you bought before you take it off of the dealer's lot.
C.Biscuit97 Posted April 5, 2010 Posted April 5, 2010 I don't think Clausen will be available. I think that Washington only wants McNabb for a short time to get a new QB ready. Watch them take him with their pick. Shanahan might with Clausen for 2 days and immediately traded for McNabb. They have a terrible oline and need to protect their new invest. Okung is a no brainer there. Shanahan doesn't want Clausen.
Mr. WEO Posted April 5, 2010 Posted April 5, 2010 He did it for a good stop gap QB. It usually takes a QB 2-3 years to develope, and McNabb would only play for another 2-3 years, so we can assume. You still draft a young QB let him sit and learn behind a talented knowledgable QB then start him when he is ready. How many QB's have been ruined by being thrown into the mix to early? No one knows I'm with you on that---was just tossing it out to the "all problems will be solved in the draft, so sit tight for the next 3 years" crew.
Formerly BF_in_Indiana Posted April 5, 2010 Posted April 5, 2010 I judge success by wins and losses. I don't care that they TRIED to get McNabb. What I care about is the product they put on the field this fall. If it stinks (most likely) than I'll be complaining like I have for ten plus years now. If they do well Buddy Nix is my hero. But I am not going to judge them in April before I've seen the finished product.
thewildrabbit Posted April 5, 2010 Posted April 5, 2010 I like the FA moves so far and the fact they seem to be involved in trade talks. That said, we need to wait for the draft (where we truly won't have results for 3 years) and this season to see how Gailey does as a coach. So I'm very encouraged but there's still a long way to go.naa, we will know on draft day if they did OK or not. Just like the Donte Whitner / John McCargo year in 06...last years draft and Jauron's failure to address the left tackle position after they traded away Jason Peters. The FA's they brought in appear to be bandaids to me, still looking for that premier left tackle and really good right tackle. The fact that Donavon McNabb was offered a contract extension and turned down Buffalo is along the same lines as Shanahan and Cowher being sought after and they end up with Chan Gailey. I'm somewhat skeptical at this point, we will all know by the end of the month.
Red Posted April 5, 2010 Posted April 5, 2010 I believe that we finally have a plan, a direction, AND qualified, proven people that know how to BUILD A TEAM in place. Saying that, I believe that the future will be much brighter. But I am waiting on the draft to grade out this offseason.
tonyjustbcuz Posted April 5, 2010 Posted April 5, 2010 If Buddy is "going to build through the draft" why did he make an offer for McNabb? Maybe his offer wasn't the same as Washington's...maybe there was a player like M. Lynch or Whitner or Roscoe etc...combined with a pick? or maybe he had 2 players bunched in a trade with a 3rd team for that teams 2nd round pick...to get back into the second..who knows? Just ideas..
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