Post Cassel: What's next at QB?

[Rob's House]

I voted Cassel but I'm pulling for Tuel.

[Rocky Landing]

i have no idea either.

But i would vote Mariota

Mariota??? How are we going to get Mariota?

[3rdand12]

Mariota??? How are we going to get Mariota?

That was not part of the question.

oh wait maybe it was .

Package Cassel EJ and a 1st 2016 and 2017? to Tampa?

i dont know how,

I just want it done!!

[The Frankish Reich]

Buscaglia was on Denver talk radio this afternoon and he was pretty sure the Bills weren't done at the QB position. I'd eliminate the Cassel-EJ-Tuel only option. I know folks will say he knows nothing, but he does have sources and he knew exactly how much (answer: not much) the Bills would be on the hook for if they cut Cassel. I'm going with the Leroi theory-- we bring in another vet (I still say Sanchez, but I could see Locker or Hoyer) and cut EJ. This management team is completely in a future is now mode, and I can't see them going into the season with only Cassel and EJ (and a mid round rookie?) at QB.

[C.Biscuit97]

Buscaglia was on Denver talk radio this afternoon and he was pretty sure the Bills weren't done at the QB position. I'd eliminate the Cassel-EJ-Tuel only option. I know folks will say he knows nothing, but he does have sources and he knew exactly how much (answer: not much) the Bills would be on the hook for if they cut Cassel. I'm going with the Leroi theory-- we bring in another vet (I still say Sanchez, but I could see Locker or Hoyer) and cut EJ. This management team is completely in a future is now mode, and I can't see them going into the season with only Cassel and EJ (and a mid round rookie?) at QB.

EJ would be scooped up in a second. But that would be a Bills move. Get rid of a young guy for proven journeymen. I pray you're wrong.

[Green Lightning]

We're done with FAQB's. We'll draft one and let him and Tuel battle for #3. DW wants EJ and the starter will be the winner of the EJ/Cassel tussle. I am underwhelmed, but with what is available -- it is what it is. I'll feel better with some FA OL help.

[PromoTheRobot]

I voted Cassel but I'm pulling for Tuel.

 

I like to pull my tool as well. Are we talking football?

Edited March 5, 2015 by PromoTheRobot

[Thrivefourfive]

rephrase: What has happened over the past 6 months that would suggest that EJ Manuel will start week 1? I don't think the Bills trying to piece together a 1970 Chevelle SS 454 LS6 and throw Stephen Hawking behind the wheel. I would love for EJ to improve, but as far as I can tell, the Bills aren't counting on it.

Edited March 5, 2015 by Thrivefourfive

[Don Beebe]

I think I would still like to see us go for Mark Sanchez. I think this ensures we don't make any rash decisions or end up getting into a bidding war with another team and over-pay. If no Sanchez, we are still happy and can get a quality OT/OG and a TE in FA.

Yes! Let's bring the butt fumble play to Buffalo!

[Malazan]

I'd like to see the Kolb plan put into place. Start Cassel and let EJ come in when he gets hurt unless it's clearly established that EJ is better.

[ndirish1978]

I want a competition and let the best guy play

[Buffalo Barbarian]

hopefully big name QB but more likely draft

[OldTimer1960]

I understand that there are no great options available at QB and I also know that 20 other teams are looking for a good QB, but I will be very disappointed if Matt Cassell is the Bills' starting QB.

[maddenboy]

I hope they sign Locker. And I just threw up in my mouth a little. Happy?

 

If not Locker, I hope its Bradford.

 

If not Bradford or Locker, we're screwed. I see Cassel being cut before the season starts if we get one of the above. And I love Tuel. Moxie!

 

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by the way, in the interest of full disclosure, I opined in another thread a couple weeks ago, that they will only bring in QBs who can beat EJ in a competition. I was wrong. I hope they arent done yet.

Edited March 5, 2015 by maddenboy

[fansince88]

I'll take what's behind door #3 Monty.

Jeff Tuel?

I had to. Nobody voted for him yet.

[ALF]

The Bills will need 4 QB's in camp in case of injuries. I would think another FA veteran would be better so the coaches can focus on EJ and not a project this season.

[BuffaloFan68]

Grab Sean Mannion in the 4th or 5th

[BillsFan-4-Ever]

Figure this could be a fun poll/general discussion.

 

Do we bring in any FAs? Do we draft another QB? Do we go into the season with Cassel/EJ/Tuel?

My personal prediction:

 

Drafting another QB late in the draft... we got the vet QB we were aiming for. During camp, Tuel gets cut. Cassel and EJ are neck and neck for the starting spot, with EJ winning by an edge due to mobility advantages, and the desire to develop a QB for the long run.

based on the other 2 polls this seems to be in line with the results that EJ will win any BQ competition nd be the starter

[Dorkington]

I'm enjoying this discussion a lot more than previous QB threads, it's actually somewhat respectful, people are basically just putting their opinions down, and that's it. Good job folks.

[BarleyNY]

Sign Locker in free Agency. Draft one of Grayson, Mannion, or Petty. Locker wins, EJ is cut.

 

That would make me very happy, but I fear that the plan is to kick the can down the road and deal with the QB situation next season. Again, I prefer your strategy and hope that's what they do.

I think I would still like to see us go for Mark Sanchez. I think this ensures we don't make any rash decisions or end up getting into a bidding war with another team and over-pay. If no Sanchez, we are still happy and can get a quality OT/OG and a TE in FA.

The Cassel signing decreases the chances of Sanchez being brought in. Word is that he didn't take sitting the bench well last season so I'm not sure he's the guy you want. He likely will be looking first at teams where he has a clear path to be the starter. If those dry up then places where there is competition will be more likely destinations. It could happen, but I'd take Locker first if I could get him. Edited March 5, 2015 by BarleyNY