Kirby Jackson Posted December 3, 2013 Posted December 3, 2013 (edited) I wouldn't doubt that the Skins try to move Cousins. They already don't have their 1st from the RGIII trade (which looks like a top 5 pick). They may get a 2nd for Cousins (especially now that Mariota and maybe Hundley) are staying. Edited December 3, 2013 by Kirby Jackson
BuffaloBill Posted December 3, 2013 Posted December 3, 2013 I think Schaub only goes to a team where he has a shot to start. He would be the best choice on the list though unlikely for him to join the Bills. After watching Fitzbeardy play against Indy the other day I am not interested in yet another team's suspect starter. You get what you saw previously. Thad was serviceable and my guess is that he is the guy unless the Bills draft someone.
nucci Posted December 3, 2013 Posted December 3, 2013 Link? Not doubting you just haven't seen that Just rumor from what I read http://sports.yahoo.com/news/washington-redskins-trade-kirk-cousins-houston-texans-201000268--nfl.html
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted December 3, 2013 Posted December 3, 2013 I like what we have now. My hope is that tuel can be groomed to one day be the no. 2. The experience that Thad and tuel got this year will prove to be invaluable (or at least that's what I tell myself).
machine gun kelly Posted December 3, 2013 Posted December 3, 2013 Thad makes the most sense. I would hire a guy like hassleback as your other back up and let Tuel go to practice squad. Myou need at least one guy game ready at the drop of a hat.
John from Riverside Posted December 4, 2013 Posted December 4, 2013 Why WOULDNT we want Thad as our backup? Personally I think our QB situation is set......best we have had in years. We need a REAL number 2 guy that isnt named TJ Graham.......a TE that can run and block......a dominant left guard....... Something else to think about.....I wonder if Pettine is just playing with what he has this year but TRULY wants to go to a 3/4 scheme....if that is the case we need to start looking for a big fatty true nose to go in the middle.
YoloinOhio Posted December 4, 2013 Author Posted December 4, 2013 (edited) Link? Not doubting you just haven't seen that Ohio sports radio was talking about it today - basically because they want to know if Dalton should be re-signed in Cincy or they should look for someone else or draft a guy. Cousins would be someone to come in and compete with Dalton for the job. It sounded like it was a hot topic so not sure where the report/rumor originated that Skins wanted to trade him for picks. Edited December 4, 2013 by YoloInTheBlo
papazoid Posted December 4, 2013 Posted December 4, 2013 thad deserves a shot. I'm most intrigued by Mallett. rocket arm, very accurate......had maturity issues.
NoName Posted December 4, 2013 Posted December 4, 2013 forget the backup talk. If a potential franchise guy falls to us in first round pick him up
RuntheDamnBall Posted December 4, 2013 Posted December 4, 2013 If this staff likes Thad, why go in any other direction?
BADOLBILZ Posted December 4, 2013 Posted December 4, 2013 I have seen some people say they think Thad is a viable backup and others say we need to draft another guy to be EJ's backup/compete for the starting job. I would like to see the Bills sign a veteran instead of adding yet another rookie to the mix. Here are some options and former starting QBs who are either FAs or likely to be cut as teams move on or draft a new guy: Gabbert - Jags moving on, could be an OK backup but not really a "vet" Ponder - will get cut, not sure about fit as backup b/c EJ/Ponder duo at FSU kind of weird Schaub - will get cut, could be an OK backup because vet with playoff exp Cousins - would require trade, low experience but high upside for success based on limited action Mallett - FA after this year, not sure if Pats will sign him Sanchez - could be OK? Will get another chance somewhere, likely. Playoff experience? Freeman - FA, Vikes will likely not re-sign Vick - Interesting option, not sure about mentorship for EJ which is what I would want from a vet Would you want any of these guys over Thad? Move Thad to 3rd QB or cut him? The loser of EJ Manuel vs. first round pick
NoSaint Posted December 4, 2013 Posted December 4, 2013 If this staff likes Thad, why go in any other direction? Really the only thing is he's a (restricted) free agent next year. I imagine we tender him, but would have to do it at the 3rd round level to get any compensation since he was a UDFA
C.Biscuit97 Posted December 4, 2013 Posted December 4, 2013 Kirk Cousins has become the most overrated player in the history of the NFL. The second he gets extended playing time, folks will finally realize how completely average he is. If the Slurs get a 3rd or higher for him, it would be an absolute heist. I think Thad is a solid backup but I also won't mind a more seasoned backup like Schaub. I also still like to see what Freeman could do with real coaching. Dude's still only 25.
YoloinOhio Posted December 4, 2013 Author Posted December 4, 2013 So Dixon isn't the answer?! Forgot about him, completely.
C.Biscuit97 Posted December 4, 2013 Posted December 4, 2013 forget the backup talk. If a potential franchise guy falls to us in first round pick him up That would be awesome. It'd be even more awesome when fans are running him out of town after his first practice. Patience is dead!!!
RuntheDamnBall Posted December 4, 2013 Posted December 4, 2013 The loser of EJ Manuel vs. first round pick Respectfully, I can think of few greater wastes of resources than spending a first rounder on a QB unless we end up in the top 5.
NoSaint Posted December 4, 2013 Posted December 4, 2013 I think Schaub only goes to a team where he has a shot to start. He would be the best choice on the list though unlikely for him to join the Bills. After watching Fitzbeardy play against Indy the other day I am not interested in yet another team's suspect starter. You get what you saw previously. Thad was serviceable and my guess is that he is the guy unless the Bills draft someone. Unless EJ lights up the last month here - he may be one of the sorter leashes next year. I don't think they draft a guy high but I think a guy like Schaub could see a path to playing time here... Once you knock out the 12 playoff teams and the 3-4 teams that draft guys, then some of the teams like Atlanta, Pittsburgh and such.... Were one of the top 10 destinations potentially for a vet that hopes to play.
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