YoloinOhio Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 A young QB needs quality TE play. I see it all around the league, even the J-E-T-S drug out Kellen Winslow from the scrap heap and he is making plays for Geno. The Bengals spent two early round picks on TEs who are modeling Gronk & Hernandez (on field that is). Even the Browns have a good one! But EJ is stuck with Chandler? He was horrible yesterday. There has to be another answer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanC883 Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 To be fair, Chandler I believe missed most of the preseason with injury. He made some awful plays. But I agree, I would bring back Dorin because a young QB can always use two quality TE's. Heck, even Brady was pedestrian w/o them yesterday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jauronimo Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 A young QB needs quality TE play. I see it all around the league, even the J-E-T-S drug out Kellen Winslow from the scrap heap and he is making plays for Geno. The Bengals spent two early round picks on TEs who are modeling Gronk & Hernandez (on field that is). Even the Browns have a good one! But EJ is stuck with Chandler? He was horrible yesterday. There has to be another answer. And you think that answer is "Scorin" Dorin Dickerson who has yet to record an NFL touchdown? Is that like calling your really fat friend Tiny? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Caveman Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 And you think that answer is "Scorin" Dorin Dickerson who has yet to record an NFL touchdown? Is that like calling your really fat friend Tiny? He's an answer. Probably not the answer. Also, I know it's not what you meant (and it doesn't really count) but he did catch one from EJ in the first preseason game, and I was also hoping they could develop some chemistry together. Chandler sucked yesterday, but since I haven't watched every (or any) practice along with hours and hours of film, I'll defer to the coaching staff to make the right decision. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie Nails Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 Here's a thought written in comic sans: Activate Gragg! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted September 9, 2013 Author Share Posted September 9, 2013 Here's a thought written in comic sans: Activate Gragg! What's the story with Gragg anyway? Practice Squad? He can't be worse than Chandler. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max997 Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 maybe Here's a thought written in comic sans: Activate Gragg! or maybe activate Roger Dorin? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie Nails Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 What's the story with Gragg anyway? Practice Squad? He can't be worse than Chandler. He's on the active roster, but was a scratch yesterday. I have to assume he's not ready for a big role as a 7th rounder coming in; don't think he brings much to special teams either. I'm sure he'll get the call soon. He does bring something to the table the Chandler and Smith lack---SPEED Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkington Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 I have no problem with Chandler's play yesterday. He caught a couple difficult passes over the middle, and missed one easy grab. I would like to see us bring Gragg up to speed though. Smith is really only useful for blocking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yall Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 Aside from the one drop and maybe a penalty, I don't recall Chandler being bad yesterday. Average maybe, but not bad. Of course I was at the game, and it can be difficult to evaluate someone without the benefit of being able to see it on TV. Did I miss something in his performance? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RussellDopeland Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 Personally, I thought Chandler was one of the worst players on the field yesterday. A complete non-factor, aside from the penalty/drop miscues. The Bills have long-needed a TE threat (a true down-field option). There was a thread relating to this last week. A good TE is a quarterback's best friend...right now Chandler (given what was exhibited yesterday) is not that "friendly" option for Manuel. Dickerson might not be great; but his speed/athleticism combo surpasses both Chandler and Smith. Gragg, to me, is a project better suited for the practice squad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Caveman Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 I have no problem with Chandler's play yesterday. He caught a couple difficult passes over the middle, and missed one easy grab. I would like to see us bring Gragg up to speed though. Smith is really only useful for blocking. Had two plays called back on Chandler penalties. As a vet he should be setting an example there. maybe or maybe activate Roger Dorin? Dorn? I'd piss on his contract. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ko12010 Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 Personally, I thought Chandler was one of the worst players on the field yesterday. A complete non-factor, aside from the penalty/drop miscues. The Bills have long-needed a TE threat (a true down-field option). There was a thread relating to this last week. A good TE is a quarterback's best friend...right now Chandler (given what was exhibited yesterday) is not that "friendly" option for Manuel. Dickerson might not be great; but his speed/athleticism combo surpasses both Chandler and Smith. Gragg, to me, is a project better suited for the practice squad. TE might very well be the Bills 1st round pick next draft. Might want to take two Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuntheDamnBall Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 TE might very well be the Bills 1st round pick next draft. Might want to take two Really want the kid from Washington. Broke his pinkie so maybe his stock will slip a bit without as much senior season tape. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ko12010 Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 Really want the kid from Washington. Broke his pinkie so maybe his stock will slip a bit without as much senior season tape. Why would we want a guy who can't stay healthy???? But in all seriousness, I'd love to see us spend some high picks on TE's. Get a Gronk/V. Davis type to be one of EJ's go to guys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuntheDamnBall Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 Why would we want a guy who can't stay healthy???? But in all seriousness, I'd love to see us spend some high picks on TE's. Get a Gronk/V. Davis type to be one of EJ's go to guys Gronk was a guy who couldn't stay healthy - and is a fantastic pick already. If he retires tomorrow he'll have given his team value. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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