NoSaint Posted May 16, 2014 Posted May 16, 2014 (edited) So now for TE we're left with a guy who 31 teams didn't offer a contract to, a guy who hasn't played in 2 years and a 7th rounder. TE is an important part of today's NFL and we have nothing its a shame we dont have an undrafted WR that we cut, was left unsigned until we brought him back in november and was putting on 30 lbs and learning a new position.... now if we still had THAT things would be looking up. Edited May 16, 2014 by NoSaint
mrags Posted May 16, 2014 Posted May 16, 2014 So now for TE we're left with a guy who 31 teams didn't offer a contract to, a guy who hasn't played in 2 years and a 7th rounder. TE is an important part of today's NFL and we have nothing if were in that bad a shape... Did you really think Kaufman was going to be our guiding light or something??? Nothing has changed from this year from last year out of the TE position as as it stands, Chandler played pretty well.
Braedenstearns Posted May 16, 2014 Author Posted May 16, 2014 I'd offer up a dumb post about what am I gonna do with his jersey, but I don't even remember his #. Hey, the kid was given a chance to play in the NFL and he did everything the coaches asked of him -including adding a lot of weight. He has something to tell his grandkids one day. It was #14. Put a patch over it and make it Watkins!
transient Posted May 16, 2014 Posted May 16, 2014 its a shame we dont have an undrafted WR that we cut, was left unsigned until we brought him back in november and was putting on 30 lbs and learning a new position.... now if we still had THAT things would be looking up. The only thing that could make that scenario sweeter would be if we still had the incomparable David Nelson to line up outside of him. Just IMAGINE the possibilities.
26CornerBlitz Posted May 16, 2014 Posted May 16, 2014 Meanwhile, Colt Lyerla signs on with the Packers. He would look great in red and blue, and I would bet his buddy Kiko could help keep him in check. The risk is well worth the reward...just like I said about Vontaze Burfict (1st round talent, undrafted brain), and nobody wanted to touch him. Lyerla hasn't signed with GB, he's getting a tryout at their rookie minicamp.
DefenseWinzChampionshipz Posted May 16, 2014 Posted May 16, 2014 Save your tears for your pillow. And then save the drama for your baby momma...
FluffHead Posted May 16, 2014 Posted May 16, 2014 It was 14. So, the writing was on the wall there... He originally wore 14. Since being cut and then re-signed, he was wearing 17. I should not know this, but I do. Oh well.
K-9 Posted May 16, 2014 Posted May 16, 2014 Is this the new DaRick thread? I thought we were saving it for Seantrel. GO BILLS!!!
Green Lightning Posted May 16, 2014 Posted May 16, 2014 Kaufman will go to the Panthers or Patriots. Nope, he'll go to the Jets where he and David Nelson will become the best TE/WR 1 -2 punch in the NFL...then TBD will rue this day! Either that or kick back with Mayhem and enjoy retirement.
Mopreme Posted May 16, 2014 Posted May 16, 2014 Terrible cut. I had high hopes for him as tight end, could have been the next Jimmy Graham. What is the front office smoking because they need to share that stuff so that we all make bone head mistakes.
uticaclub Posted May 17, 2014 Posted May 17, 2014 If you look at all the teams that make the playoffs they all have productive TE's. I'm not saying Kauffman was the answer but at least let him compete in training camp, he added weight and has been working out with EJ. Chandler is a decent #2, that's slow, has bad hands, can't block well, and at 6'7" isn't a red zone threat. You say the Bills have never had a good TE, might be a reason why we can't make the playoffs.
NoSaint Posted May 17, 2014 Posted May 17, 2014 If you look at all the teams that make the playoffs they all have productive TE's. I'm not saying Kauffman was the answer but at least let him compete in training camp, he added weight and has been working out with EJ. Chandler is a decent #2, that's slow, has bad hands, can't block well, and at 6'7" isn't a red zone threat. You say the Bills have never had a good TE, might be a reason why we can't make the playoffs. Maybe they already saw enough and the kid was running 5.4 40s with the extra weight and wasn't picking up blocking? You know, just because you and I didn't get to see it, doesn't mean that the brass didnt see plenty enough to make the call.
boyst Posted May 17, 2014 Posted May 17, 2014 Maybe they already saw enough and the kid was running 5.4 40s with the extra weight and wasn't picking up blocking? You know, just because you and I didn't get to see it, doesn't mean that the brass didnt see plenty enough to make the call. Reality says you're likely true. But, it also says we have, well, Scott Chandler as our starting TE and a lot of suspects beyond that. What is the harm in letting him stay on vs. Joe Blow the camp fodder?
NoSaint Posted May 17, 2014 Posted May 17, 2014 Reality says you're likely true. But, it also says we have, well, Scott Chandler as our starting TE and a lot of suspects beyond that. What is the harm in letting him stay on vs. Joe Blow the camp fodder? I won't say either take is wrong- more so saying that the guys that A) see kaufmann and joe blow daily in person for hours at a time, and B) are paid well to make these decisions decided joe wins out. Heck, joe may end up being a PF they worked out to play TE.... It's not like kaufmann was a high end prospect - he is literally the definition of camp fodder. If they saw something and kept him it'd be cool but they didn't and I won't say they did anything wrong in the move either in this case.
boyst Posted May 17, 2014 Posted May 17, 2014 I won't say either take is wrong- more so saying that the guys that A) see kaufmann and joe blow daily in person for hours at a time, and B) are paid well to make these decisions decided joe wins out. Heck, joe may end up being a PF they worked out to play TE.... It's not like kaufmann was a high end prospect - he is literally the definition of camp fodder. If they saw something and kept him it'd be cool but they didn't and I won't say they did anything wrong in the move either in this case. trust me I get it, I was not arguing just adding to what you're saying the best part of players like Kaufman are we will get a few come out and say they were disappointed and thought he should stay and be given more reps but in a thread where TJ Graham gets cut or traded they'll be the first to chime in good riddance.
Clippers of Nfl Posted May 17, 2014 Posted May 17, 2014 (edited) Reality says you're likely true. But, it also says we have, well, Scott Chandler as our starting TE and a lot of suspects beyond that. What is the harm in letting him stay on vs. Joe Blow the camp fodder? I was going to reply with the first It's hard to be a wr in the nfl. But then I read your post. Dude Kaufman is jow blow camp fodder. trust me I get it, I was not arguing just adding to what you're saying the best part of players like Kaufman are we will get a few come out and say they were disappointed and thought he should stay and be given more reps but in a thread where TJ Graham gets cut or traded they'll be the first to chime in good riddance. Being judged by a bunch of internet posters is probably not his best part according to him. Edited May 17, 2014 by Clippers of Nfl
Over 29 years of fanhood Posted May 17, 2014 Posted May 17, 2014 That sucks for him. He busted out to add lbs transitioning to TE. Now he just an overweight unemployed guy...
Clippers of Nfl Posted May 17, 2014 Posted May 17, 2014 That sucks for him. He busted out to add lbs transitioning to TE. Now he just an overweight unemployed guy... He's perfect to join the fat asses in mlb.
RuntheDamnBall Posted May 17, 2014 Posted May 17, 2014 He will go on to fame and fortune with the Kamar Aikens of the world. He could be part of a Voltron of preseason WR all-stars.
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