Maddog69 Posted March 1, 2012 Posted March 1, 2012 Why risk losing a guy who is young and getting better for a guy who is old and getting worse? I'd rather keep easley, jones and aiken... Position doesn't matter in terms of being a leader. Ray Lewis runs the Ravens...all postions, even tho he is a LB. We have leaders who can still perform at a high level. Ward would just be a Ochocino 2011 style on any team that signs him. I see what you are saying about giving up a young player for an aging vet. it is a fine line. But in this case, I think Ward would bring more to the team than Aiken or Jones ever will. With regard to your other point, I disagree. Having a WR sit in on meetings, review game tape, talk to them about preparation, share his experiences (good and bad) would be an amazing, immeasurable asset to young receivers like Stevie, Easley, Nelson and any young player we brought in. I realize that Hines is not physically what he was even just 1-2 years ago, but I think he would still be a good addition at a reasonable price. Similar to what Lofton brought to the Bills years ago. I don't think you can ever have enough leaders on the team.
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted March 1, 2012 Posted March 1, 2012 He's done. Tough to justify a roster spot on a now #4 WR who doesn't play ST. That's why the Steelers let him go.
Buffaloed in Pa Posted March 1, 2012 Posted March 1, 2012 He`s done. Seen enough of old cheap shotting smiley face here in Pa. Seeya Hiney.
Captain Hindsight Posted March 1, 2012 Posted March 1, 2012 I see what you are saying about giving up a young player for an aging vet. it is a fine line. But in this case, I think Ward would bring more to the team than Aiken or Jones ever will. With regard to your other point, I disagree. Having a WR sit in on meetings, review game tape, talk to them about preparation, share his experiences (good and bad) would be an amazing, immeasurable asset to young receivers like Stevie, Easley, Nelson and any young player we brought in. I realize that Hines is not physically what he was even just 1-2 years ago, but I think he would still be a good addition at a reasonable price. Similar to what Lofton brought to the Bills years ago. I don't think you can ever have enough leaders on the team. So why do we have coaches? If you want to bring him in as a coach cool, but a guy who isn't going to be able to contribute in a year instead of developing a talent that could help us for the next 5 just doesn't make sense to me
Maddog69 Posted March 1, 2012 Posted March 1, 2012 He's done. Tough to justify a roster spot on a now #4 WR who doesn't play ST. That's why the Steelers let him go. Looking at stats from last year, Ward would have been our 3rd best statistical WR (I looked at catches, TDs, First downs, and Yards). It's not like our roster is full of guys who are better, even at this late stage of his career.
It's in My Blood Posted March 1, 2012 Posted March 1, 2012 I say sign him to a two year deal @ about 2mil per. He's gonna have something to prove next year and would help us in the slot.
BillsCelticsAngelsBama Posted March 1, 2012 Posted March 1, 2012 so cut one of Easley, Aiken or Jones, Easley's health is a big ? Jones and Aiken are just depth guys anyway. There are 1000 guys like them that we could grab off the street in a pinch. +1 on that God made hundreds of receivers but not too many athletic big guys. But I still voted no. Make him our receivers coach if he can't make the team
Buffaloed in Pa Posted March 4, 2012 Posted March 4, 2012 I could see this front office picking up Hines over Stevie. Big name for the redneck fans. And he will come cheap.................Just kiddin.
swnybillsfan Posted March 4, 2012 Posted March 4, 2012 i don't think there is a place on this team for hines ward. i really like the way he has played football in this league. he played with passion and was very phisical and was a willing and effective blocker, and we caould benefit from having a reciever or two cut from that cloth, but at his age, with his mileage and baggage...
SelmonSmith6378 Posted March 4, 2012 Posted March 4, 2012 As much as I would love to have Hines as a Bill, no way it's gonna happen. Ever. He could bring some great experience and passion to Buffalo.
NoSaint Posted March 4, 2012 Posted March 4, 2012 As much as I would love to have Hines as a Bill, no way it's gonna happen. Ever. He could bring some great experience and passion to Buffalo. I'm not a big advocate of the move but Doug Whaley might very well be.
silvermike Posted March 4, 2012 Posted March 4, 2012 I don't think the money will be a problem; the question is if Hines Ward is willing to take on a much-reduced role. He's not a replacement for Stevie by any stretch, but I think he could fit in as a 3rd/4th WR behind Stevie and Easley. Betting, of course, that Easley turns into the guy we all hope he is. He's still a guy who can run an 8 yard out on 3rd and 7, and probably do it cleaner than David Nelson. And he could be useful as a blocker in some situations.
Simon Posted March 4, 2012 Posted March 4, 2012 I'm not convinced the guy is completely done. Last year he still had almost 50 catches in a reserve role. The year before that he had something like 800 yards on the season. The year before that he had the second most productive season of his career. It's not like he's Chad Johnson and is a total non-factor. He's a proud man with something to prove and I wouldn't be the least bit surprised to see him make some plays for somebody in 2012. I think I'd like to see the Bills call him up and see if he's interested. Aside from adding toughness and being a pretty good fit for this offense, he could be a lot of help in helping Stevie Johnson learn to play with better focus and could be a great influence on a very, very young and inexperienced WR corps. He probably doesn't have two good years left, but he might have one that could be a very positive influence on this team going forward.
Buffaloed in Pa Posted March 4, 2012 Posted March 4, 2012 I'm not convinced the guy is completely done. Last year he still had almost 50 catches in a reserve role. The year before that he had something like 800 yards on the season. The year before that he had the second most productive season of his career. It's not like he's Chad Johnson and is a total non-factor. He's a proud man with something to prove and I wouldn't be the least bit surprised to see him make some plays for somebody in 2012. I think I'd like to see the Bills call him up and see if he's interested. Aside from adding toughness and being a pretty good fit for this offense, he could be a lot of help in helping Stevie Johnson learn to play with better focus and could be a great influence on a very, very young and inexperienced WR corps. He probably doesn't have two good years left, but he might have one that could be a very positive influence on this team going forward. Just as long as he don`t take them out drinking and driving.
benderbender Posted March 4, 2012 Posted March 4, 2012 To let a young talent like Stevie go in return for someone who won't even retire in Buffalo would be a travesty
Over 29 years of fanhood Posted March 4, 2012 Posted March 4, 2012 Heinz is absolutely 1000% not the type of players the bills need at this juncture. They aren't the k gun perennial superbowl contenders in need of a loften- type, vet WR to give the offense the last puzzle piece... funny try tho..
T master Posted March 4, 2012 Posted March 4, 2012 I could see this front office picking up Hines over Stevie. Big name for the redneck fans. And he will come cheap.................Just kiddin. Hey if Stevie doesn't come back why don't we get Lee Evans & Hines Ward that would be an awesome 2 some of veteran know how !!!!!! :flirt:
Buffalo Barbarian Posted March 4, 2012 Posted March 4, 2012 I could see this front office picking up Hines over Stevie. Big name for the redneck fans. And he will come cheap.................Just kiddin. OK, if you're kidding whats your point? I think Hines will go to NE as Belli like savvy vets and this would give him the best chance to win.
White Linen Posted March 4, 2012 Posted March 4, 2012 I could see this front office picking up Hines over Stevie. Big name for the redneck fans. And he will come cheap.................Just kiddin. Whether they're interested in Ward or not will have nothing to do with Stevie Johnson.
auburnbillsbacker Posted March 4, 2012 Posted March 4, 2012 You can't sign Ward. Teams need to have their 4th or 5th best wr to be a special teams contributor. Hines is no better than a 4th or 5th wr, and he does not play special teams.
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