Davealan74 Posted March 6, 2015 Posted March 6, 2015 (edited) Just wondering what overall consensus is on resigning of Hughes . Should he stay or should he go. Edited March 6, 2015 by lxxenigmaxxl
K D Posted March 6, 2015 Posted March 6, 2015 yes everyone wants him back. we just don't want to overpay to make it happen
Dorkington Posted March 6, 2015 Posted March 6, 2015 yes everyone wants him back. we just don't want to overpay to make it happen
Buffalo_Stampede Posted March 6, 2015 Posted March 6, 2015 We aren't as good without him. Simple as that.
Uffalo Ills Posted March 6, 2015 Posted March 6, 2015 This poll is kinda too black and white. I want him back and I think we ought to pursue making a deal for him. For the Right Price....
Punch Posted March 7, 2015 Posted March 7, 2015 Even if it's not considered "overpaying", a new deal with the Bills will be big. So, yes, definitely.
EmotionallyUnstable Posted March 7, 2015 Posted March 7, 2015 I voted no because of the thread title. Big contract to me sounded like you meant overpay or let him walk. I'd like him back for the right price
3rdand12 Posted March 7, 2015 Posted March 7, 2015 its not my money. The guy can play high level football all day. yes. but...lol
It's in My Blood Posted March 7, 2015 Posted March 7, 2015 I'm not a cap guru, but can't the Bills pay him more in the form of a bonus to offset a huge cap number?
Augie Posted March 7, 2015 Posted March 7, 2015 (edited) Too much is... too much, but he's worth more here with big incentive money and a slightly lower base. He can actually earn more beacause of the surrounding talent. Like the rest (understandably), he'll go for the biggest sure thing. Edited March 7, 2015 by Augie
Beef Jerky Posted March 7, 2015 Posted March 7, 2015 (edited) I say move on, he played well above and beyond anyone thought when we got him. If he is really pushing FA or big money I will say FA and bring in some O-Line and a different player. I think he would flourish on a Rex defense... But it is all about the Benjamin's baby. Edited March 7, 2015 by Beef Jerky
Bills Fan of St Augustine Posted March 7, 2015 Posted March 7, 2015 Yes, I'd sign him at a reasonable price, but someone is going to over pay him and regret it!
billsfan1959 Posted March 7, 2015 Posted March 7, 2015 I think the Bills have a price they believe he is worth and are willing to pay - but will not over pay. I also think they have contingency plans in place (in terms of a replacement) if he decides to walk. I would like him back; however, I would not over pay. I have faith that the defense will be top 5 with, or without, him.
norton20 Posted March 7, 2015 Posted March 7, 2015 (edited) With the increase in the cap, "overpaying" numbers are going to change. If $10M was overpaying before, maybe it is $11 or $12M now. I am for signing Hughes so long as they sign another OL, which I think is a dire need. Edited March 7, 2015 by norton20
SJDK Posted March 7, 2015 Posted March 7, 2015 In my opinion Hugh's is great right now, but hear me out.. He is undersized as a defensive end. This hasn't effected him yet but long term I don't think his body will hold up. We know he's not a true OLB from his Indy days. I don't think that a long term contract for him is a good idea for us. I love the guy since he came here but I think he's benefited a lot from his teammates too. I think we can find a cheaper option that could be successful too.(I'm now in the fetal position awaiting the hate).
somnus00 Posted March 7, 2015 Posted March 7, 2015 This isn't an easy question in my opinion. Can you get similar production with less money? I think it is highly possible. Maybin could get 6 sacks playing on a line with Mario, Kyle, and Marcel. But it's not just about sacks. Another thing to ponder, what you consider a high price for a player today, often turns out to be relatively inexpensive within 2 - 3 years. Such is the effect of the ever increasing salary cap.
SJDK Posted March 7, 2015 Posted March 7, 2015 yes everyone wants him back. we just don't want to overpay to make it happenagree
Stussy109 Posted March 7, 2015 Posted March 7, 2015 (edited) If I have to pay more than 7 Million per year which all indicators point to it being way higher than that, I let him walk....Remember he was a nobody prior to playing alongside the 3 best DL in the League. You put him on an average D-line where he is the focal point of the offensive blocking schemes he'll disappear for 3 games at a time. He doesnt have the size and strength to disrupt on his own. As part of our system with 2-3 other guys drawing double teams on any given play and him being a speed demon, he fits in very well, and i'm sure he as a player understands this. If he wants success he stays with us, if he wants money, he leaves. Edited March 7, 2015 by Stussy109
Augie Posted March 7, 2015 Posted March 7, 2015 If I have to pay more than 7 Million per year which all indicators point to it being way higher than that, I let him walk....Remember he was a nobody prior to playing alongside the 3 best DL in the League. Did he benefit from the players around him? Absolutely! And they benefited from his presence as well. The "nobody" was a two time All American and a first round draft choice. There's a chance that just maybe he wasn't prepared or used properly. Will he live up to what he's shown with our talent surrounding him? Probably not, but someone will pay. Then we have to replace him. Bringing him in may have been my favorite Whalley move so far.
beastman Posted March 7, 2015 Posted March 7, 2015 This poll is kinda too black and white. I want him back and I think we ought to pursue making a deal for him. For the Right Price.... +1
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