Peace Posted April 29, 2011 Posted April 29, 2011 I feel about Bowers the way you do about Mallett. I want him. I do not want skill position guys. I want some people who can start in September.
ieatcrayonz Posted April 29, 2011 Posted April 29, 2011 Sure there is. He was arrested once and there were drug rumors. You left out: and he runs like Frankenstein.
SouthernMan Posted April 29, 2011 Posted April 29, 2011 (edited) Everyone knows this team still isn't likely to do much this season, too much reconstructive surgery to do after more than 10 years of bad early draft picks. Have to disagree with your assessment of the team. They won 4 games, but there were several in which a player or two could have meant a victory. They came within a dropped pass of beating the eventual AFC superbowl representative. If they can stay healthy, they'll have a formidable receiving corp - the best in years. What was one of the weaker links a few short years ago, has become a strength. This is amazing, especially considering that player (Hardy) they chose to strengthen the receiving ranks never panned out. Instead, the 7th rounder from the same year (Stevie Johnson) looks like the real deal, at the very least a very good # 2. Then there's pleasant surprises like (never drop a pass) David Nelson and Donald Jones. These are the type of role player that playoff teams have poplulating their rosters. If Easley turns out ot be as good as his early reviews suggest, we've got one hell of a receiving line-up to compliment Lee Evan's experience and talent. The Bills have a good running game with Jackson and Spiller, who should develop further. The O-line should be good, though not great. Wood will move to center, and Levitre is now a veteran. The coaching staff has confidence in Bell at tackle. There's still Wang, Wrotto, Hangartner (who they should move to guard)on the O-line. They'll probably address this unit through FA or he draft, though a draft O-lineman won't contribute much in 2011. Fitzpatrick's heady play will make the O-line better than they are. With the exception of a standout TE, the O is fairly solid. Maybe not great, but certainly not pathetic either. The offense has the potential to score points and control the ball. With the addition of Dareus to the defense, many of the run-stopping issues may be on the way to being resolved. A little more pressure on the opposing QBs will be a nice change as well. After a full season in Gailey's system, and with the continued growth of players already on the roster, and the new additions, if they avoid the injury bug, this team could well be better than .500, and fighting for a wildcard spot. The biggest obstacle for the Bills is the strength of the AFC East division. The Patriots aren't going away anytime soon, and the Jets are incredibly confident. The Bills can win games and I don't see them as being in the ealy stages of "rebuilding". IF they can somehow be at least 3-3 in the division, they'll have a chance to make the playoffs. RIght now, that's a bif "if". But you never know - the Jets and/or Pats could have a rash of unexpected injuries, sabatoging their effectiveness. If I'm Gailey, I'm spending 90% of my strategic efforts figuring out how to beat the Pats and Jets. If only they could be in the NFC West! Edited April 29, 2011 by DML2005
Sisyphean Bills Posted April 29, 2011 Posted April 29, 2011 You left out: and he runs like Frankenstein. only not quite as fast. <rimshot>
Bill from NYC Posted April 29, 2011 Author Posted April 29, 2011 (edited) I feel about Bowers the way you do about Mallett. I want him. I do not want skill position guys. I want some people who can start in September. I am feelin' ya lol! Mallett has a chance to be in the Hall of Fame imo. He could also very easily bust out, and I am fully at peace with this. Bro, he makes throws that I don't remember seeing. Coach Saban said that he makes 3 or 4 throws per game that nobody else at all can make. I do hope that one of us gets our wish and that it works out right. In any event. let's keep our fingers crossed that they don't do something idiotic, ya know? Edited April 29, 2011 by Bill from NYC
Rob's House Posted April 29, 2011 Posted April 29, 2011 Houston had positive drug test at combine, if you're not smart enough to stop smoking before the combine you're not smart enough to be drafted IMO. I don't think they go QB the rest of this draft. Buddy said there were only 2 QBs he viewed as franchise types, what's the point of drafting one if he has a low ceiling? So did Percy Harvin
Albany,n.y. Posted April 29, 2011 Posted April 29, 2011 Good to see you happy post-draft (for a change ) That can change quickly if we draft a corner and safety with our 2 picks tonight.
Bill from NYC Posted April 29, 2011 Author Posted April 29, 2011 That can change quickly if we draft a corner and safety with our 2 picks tonight. It really can Harvey. Imo, we are on the cusp of having a splendid draft. But, as a Bills fan I am realistic. That said, we really are in the drivers seat, no?
MDH Posted April 29, 2011 Posted April 29, 2011 At this point, what do we really have to lose by taking a chance? The ability of getting an immediate upgrade at LB, TE or OL. Taking him there means the team doesn't get stronger at positions of need where there are very good guys still on the board. I might have been on board with Mallet at this spot before the missed meeting with the Panthers fiasco. He knew he was under major scrutiny and yet still pulls this stunt after partying the night before. That shows me he's not mature enough to trust at this point in his life. It reminds me of when I was 17 and I'd call in and quit my job (if I called at all) to go hang out with friends or go to a concert. I did this countless times - I wouldn't have trusted me back then with any real responsibility and I don't trust Mallet now. I might be reading the guy wrong, perhaps he's ready to mature and take on the responsibility of being an NFL QB - but I don't think he's worth the risk.
The Wiz Posted April 29, 2011 Posted April 29, 2011 You left out: and he runs like Frankenstein. If he talks like Frankenstein too then I'm sold. Zedano Chara will be our franchise QB.
Coach Tuesday Posted April 29, 2011 Posted April 29, 2011 I hate to say this Bill, but I can see them drafting a CB at 34...
chris heff Posted April 29, 2011 Posted April 29, 2011 I'm still not sold on Mallett. There's a reason a guy with so much talent dropped out of the 1st round when four other QBs were taken. Remember Dan Marino, I am not saying Mallet is Marino, but sometimes guys fall because of BS.
Thoner7 Posted April 29, 2011 Posted April 29, 2011 I honestly don’t see this team drafting Mallet, sorry guys. Gailey has repeatedly stated he wants mobile QBs. That has to rule out Ryan “Cement Shoes” Mallet. Im also no convinced that Gailey is a big TE guy, which may lower Rudolph on the board. Im not sure who this pick will be, but like the OP said, I would love to swing a 2012 1st + out of it.
Fan in Chicago Posted April 29, 2011 Posted April 29, 2011 The ability of getting an immediate upgrade at LB, TE or OL. Taking him there means the team doesn't get stronger at positions of need where there are very good guys still on the board. I will be fine with any option that doesn't include WR (now that Green and Jones are gone), DB or RB with the #2 and #3 picks. Even DT is now a low need position. OL, LB then TE unless one of the remaining QBs is graded as a good potential 2 yr developmental prospect.
BuffaloFan68 Posted April 29, 2011 Posted April 29, 2011 I say draft Kaepernick and end the QB issue once & for all. With Fitz, Levi & Kaepernick we would be set at QB for a long time.
CodeMonkey Posted April 29, 2011 Posted April 29, 2011 This day is actually going to be more interesting than the first. Agreed. Yesterday was a no brainer for the Bills. Interesting to see how Nix goes today.
Peace Posted April 29, 2011 Posted April 29, 2011 I am feelin' ya lol! Mallett has a chance to be in the Hall of Fame imo. He could also very easily bust out, and I am fully at peace with this. Bro, he makes throws that I don't remember seeing. Coach Saban said that he makes 3 or 4 throws per game that nobody else at all can make. I do hope that one of us gets our wish and that it works out right. In any event. let's keep our fingers crossed that they don't do something idiotic, ya know? The fact that the Bills braintrust they were after Gabbert if Dareus wasn't there lets me know all I need to know about the potential for them to make the wrong choice here! Just like to point out that Da'Quan Bowers = "DB" ... but probably a DB you could come to grips with them picking. They are in a great spot here at 34.
Sisyphean Bills Posted April 29, 2011 Posted April 29, 2011 The fact that the Bills braintrust they were after Gabbert if Dareus wasn't there lets me know all I need to know about the potential for them to make the wrong choice here! Just like to point out that Da'Quan Bowers = "DB" ... but probably a DB you could come to grips with them picking. They are in a great spot here at 34. Agreed. All the reaches in the first in addition to the huge run on DL left a lot of talent on the board.
CodeMonkey Posted April 29, 2011 Posted April 29, 2011 Have to disagree with your assessment of the team. I respect your opinion, but do you really see the Bills fighting with either NE or NYJ this season for a wildcard and coming out on top? I don't. They are more than "one less injury" or bad call away from that in my opinion. Some more solid drafting today and tomorrow as well as next year, a couple well placed free agents, and a stud QB and they can make a race out of it. But certainly not this year in my opinion anyway. But right at this moment I think almost everyone agrees the Bills are a better team now than there were 24 hours ago
Fan in Chicago Posted April 29, 2011 Posted April 29, 2011 The fact that the Bills braintrust they were after Gabbert if Dareus wasn't there lets me know all I need to know about the potential for them to make the wrong choice here! Just like to point out that Da'Quan Bowers = "DB" ... but probably a DB you could come to grips with them picking. They are in a great spot here at 34. It is not a fact as has been pointed out in the other thread.
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