Billshank Redemption Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 I like the hire. Buffalo needs a guy that has our back, he's a far better coach then Marrone and at the very least we will slightly increase in productivity next season.
Long Island Phil Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 Well, then thank God he's keeping Jim Schwartz in place to run one of the most dominant defenses in the league. Pettine was the big loss for both NYJ and Bills. Havent heard anywhere that Schwartz was retained. Is it done? If so and Rex keeps his hands off the D (cant see that can you?) that would be a helpful.
The Dean Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 I feel good about the hire, Dean. I mean in a deep down intuitive way and I'm always right when I feel that way. So, keep the faith, this one is gonna turn out fantastically. Well, I'm glad you are sure. I like the hire. Buffalo needs a guy that has our back, he's a far better coach then Marrone and at the very least we will slightly increase in productivity next season. Couldn't have proven it this year. Rex SUCKED!
Kelly the Dog Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 Pettine was the big loss for both NYJ and Bills. Havent heard anywhere that Schwartz was retained. Is it done? If so and Rex keeps his hands off the D (cant see that can you?) that would be a helpful. Why was Pettine a big loss for the Bills? I liked Pettine but we improved. The report from the Bills beat writer is that Rex has asked Schwartz to stay, and wants him to stay. We haven't heard from Schwartz yet. I will bet that the Pegulas make Schwartz the highest paid DC in the league for the next two years. One thing the Jets did, which I assume was a Rex suggestion or order, was to immediately get the ball 10-15 times a game to Percy Harvin in a bunch of different ways. And he will want to get Sammy involved a lot more.
The Dean Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 Pettine was the big loss for both NYJ and Bills. Havent heard anywhere that Schwartz was retained. Is it done? If so and Rex keeps his hands off the D (cant see that can you?) that would be a helpful. So if Rex keeps Schwartz as DC and doesn't try to change the D----and obviously keeps his hands off the Offense, as he is a proven disaster on that side of the ball---he can be in charge of everything else. His hand can be all over press conferences, bold predictions and women's feet. Perfect!
boyst Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 From Kemp in the snout box Bills Daily retweeted Dianna Marie Russini @NBCdianna 11m11 minutes ago I'm told by several that Rex Ryan lost interest in Atlanta because front office is too involved. Rex wants less hands in pot. #bills I THINK THIS means what I have been thinking all along. Rex will take control on the football field. The rest of the organization takes care of the rest. He gets the roster, runs the locker room, runs the game. He may get some input but he wants to assemble a top notch staff and oversee it as a CEO type HC. I think under the ideal situations he will succeed doing so.
FireChan Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 Again, the last four years Rex had little say AND had two idiots bringing in players to fill the roster, both of whom got fired for it. Players like playing for "player's coaches." The point is, the combination of Rex Ryan, the roster, and Daddy Warbucks, is going to make the Bills a far more desirable spot for FAs than in the last twenty years, Mario Williams and deers in the backyard and $100m notwithstanding. Rex had no say in Dee Milliner and Sheldon Richardson? Seriously?
Nitro Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 Not a big fan of this hire or recycled head coaches but will give this like all the other men Buffalo hired a chance. Rex needs to get above average quality assistants. The Offensive Coordinator, OL coach and QB coach will be key in getting this moribund offense rolling. A top 20 Offense coupled with the Defense staying at its current level of play will get the Bills into the play offs. Now EJ will get his shot to prove he can start.
The Dean Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 From Kemp in the snout box I THINK THIS means what I have been thinking all along. Rex will take control on the football field. The rest of the organization takes care of the rest. He gets the roster, runs the locker room, runs the game. He may get some input but he wants to assemble a top notch staff and oversee it as a CEO type HC. I think under the ideal situations he will succeed doing so. Great plan! Give the keys to a guy who has NEVER been in charge of personnel. Because HCs trying to do both their job and the GM job usually works out to well,
Koufax Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 Pettine was the big loss for both NYJ and Bills. Havent heard anywhere that Schwartz was retained. Is it done? If so and Rex keeps his hands off the D (cant see that can you?) that would be a helpful. Why do you hope he keeps his hands off the D? I want Schwartz to stay and remain the DC. I don't want the team to completely change the scheme. But we are adding Kiko back in to an elite talent group that was good before Schwartz worked with them, and Rex is a very smart defensive coach. I think unless there is too strong a conflict of personalities, having Schwartz do what he does and be the continuity, and have Ryan work with him and add to the mix and drive for excellence using his extensive experience and talents would be the awesome first choice. But this defense got better when going from Pettine to Schwartz, and I don't think will collapse if we end up losing Schwartz, but more importantly can get better if Ryan can add to what Schwartz is already doing.
HurlyBurly51 Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 I like it, especially if staff rumors are true. Upgrade at HC, now back to the plan for OL and QB.
K8prisoner Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 I think media savvy protects the team and keeps the focus on winning +1 over marrone I hope Rex has learned his lesson and roman calls plays .. If so no Hackett on the job training +1 over marrone Free agent pool extends from sf to jets to rest of nfl where Udfa and guys following roman and Rex Another +1 over marrone If he keeps Schwartz it's a possible tell if true ...he is less ego more depth and commitment to winning is all that matters assembling good football minds.. +1 again I believe that all this glitz and pr may blow up in our faces.. If Whaley drafts well and they keep defense intact and get o line and qb options .. Rex strength of character may outweigh his weakness and it may elevate all involved.. Maybe Over all how can you really dislike the move? Don't you believe it is just a way to lure the qb and o line fa to buffalo that put us over the top with a coach that will step on the neck of the pats instead of tucking tail and punting .. Doesn't this hire scream possible team unity for one year at least where they were tolerating marrone? It's hard to tell and easy to hate a puss that leaves our buffalo without a presser and slinks away with an enviable payday and cowardly group text .. I'm glad marrone won't punt anymore when season is on the line.. I am not sold at all on Rex as he did regress the past two years but I am more glad dougie isn't infecting the team with conservative cowardly mediocrity when only the top third make it to relevancy
3rdand12 Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 Ryan has something to prove. Thats fantastic motivation really. He is going to be the head coach. i think that keeping My Boy Jim S is Huge comment as to Ryans plan. Let him give the O coordinator leeway and we Bills fans might have something. Thinking on this, its smart move by the Pegulas. Maybe the most exciting too. wait.. i hope this isnt a RB hire ?
LB3 Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 I guess this quote from Hot Tub Time Machine pretty much sums up how I feel now that he's our couch. "It's like that friend that's an @sshole, but he's our @sshole."
Kelly the Dog Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 Rex had no say in Dee Milliner and Sheldon Richardson? Seriously? It's been reported that the jets typically let him make one choice in the draft, but I don't think it's at the top of the draft. This year his pick was Taj Boyd in the 6th round. Maybe that's why they don't let him draft.
The Poojer Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!!! I imagine the Pegulas telling Brandon and Whaley to bring them the coach that would make the biggest splash. Perhaps they took it too literally.
PromoTheRobot Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 From Kemp in the snout box I THINK THIS means what I have been thinking all along. Rex will take control on the football field. The rest of the organization takes care of the rest. He gets the roster, runs the locker room, runs the game. He may get some input but he wants to assemble a top notch staff and oversee it as a CEO type HC. I think under the ideal situations he will succeed doing so. So Rex Ryan is his own football czar?
NickelCity Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 Rex is a solid coach. The offensive talent on the Jets was abysmal, and the team didn't quit on him. Despite being one sided I tend to agree with this article: http://q.usatoday.com/2014/11/05/the-jets-will-make-a-mistake-when-they-fire-rex-ryan/ I'm fine with the move.
FireChan Posted January 11, 2015 Posted January 11, 2015 It's been reported that the jets typically let him make one choice in the draft, but I don't think it's at the top of the draft. This year his pick was Taj Boyd in the 6th round. Maybe that's why they don't let him draft. They've drafted 8 defensive players the last 4 years in rounds 1-3. I can't imagine Rex has only had "say" on 4 of them.
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