BillsFanForever19 Posted June 11, 2015 Posted June 11, 2015 He's great. But they seem to be all in on Miller and Incognito as our starting Guards. If this had happened pre-draft, i'm sure they'd have been all over it. But after picking Miller, I don't see them spending that kind of money for Mathis.
Bob Malooga Posted June 11, 2015 Posted June 11, 2015 (edited) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Waivers_(American_football) As of 2008, according to the NFL collective bargaining agreement, if any waiver of a veteran player who has completed the season that gives him four years of service occurs between February 1 and the trading deadline in mid October, then that player shall be considered an unrestricted free agent by termination of his contract. Edited June 11, 2015 by Bubbles from Sunnyvale
thebandit27 Posted June 11, 2015 Posted June 11, 2015 Please. Oh please. Pretty please. With sugar on top. Sign this guy. Please.
dezertbill Posted June 11, 2015 Posted June 11, 2015 (edited) I don't think drafting of Miller and emergence of Kouandjio changes the need for help on OL. They knew they had the draft and Kouandjio when the went after Iupati and failed. I would cut Williams and his $3 mil cap hit and sign Matthis to a 3 year deal. The Bills wanted him earlier in the spring. As Greg Roman says bring more more more talented players in. Mathis would give the line a significant boost and take the pressure off of some young guys. I think its important to get it done. Edited June 11, 2015 by dezertbill
Manther Posted June 11, 2015 Posted June 11, 2015 I am not sure if we should or should't. I would lean towards no. But, what do people think he will sign for?
sodbuster Posted June 11, 2015 Posted June 11, 2015 One of the commenters on the wgr Facebook page said they would only want him as depth to Incognito and Miller. I got a good chuckle. I'd be fine paying him and having some competition for the G spots. Are we not doing phrasing anymore?
The Dean Posted June 11, 2015 Posted June 11, 2015 One of the commenters on the wgr Facebook page said they would only want him as depth to Incognito and Miller. I got a good chuckle. Are we not doing phrasing anymore? Archer, is that you? IMO he's head and shoulders better than Incognito. He'd have to be the instant #1 G on the team. As he is a FA, he can just shop around. For some reason, I have no confidence the Bills will get him signed.
OCinBuffalo Posted June 11, 2015 Posted June 11, 2015 I'd be fine paying him and having some competition for the G spots. I'm used to winning that competition, and I imagine so are many NFL players, but, I don't see how that makes the team better. Are we not doing phrasing anymore? Seriously, why aren't we doing phrasing, literally, not figuratively.
Rocky Landing Posted June 11, 2015 Posted June 11, 2015 He's great. But they seem to be all in on Miller and Incognito as our starting Guards. If this had happened pre-draft, i'm sure they'd have been all over it. But after picking Miller, I don't see them spending that kind of money for Mathis. How are they "all in" on Miller? He's a rookie getting paid rookie money. And, it's June. Sure, the coaches have all talked about how impressed they are, but that's a far cry from a commitment to him as a starter. I don't think drafting of Miller and emergence of Kouandjio changes the need for help on OL. They knew they had the draft and Kouandjio when the went after Iupati and failed. I would cut Williams and his $3 mil cap hit and sign Matthis to a 3 year deal. The Bills wanted him earlier in the spring. As Greg Roman says bring more more more talented players in. Mathis would give the line a significant boost and take the pressure off of some young guys. I think its important to get it done. At the end of a three year contract, he'd be 37. But so what? Sign him to a one year deal for a fat salary and cut the bum, Williams.
YoloinOhio Posted June 11, 2015 Posted June 11, 2015 (edited) He will end up in Miami I think. They tried to trade for him I believe and I think they have cap space. And he probably want to go somewhere with a QB. But hope we give it a try. Edited June 11, 2015 by YoloinOhio
Big C Posted June 11, 2015 Posted June 11, 2015 Oh man, just cut like that! Might cost too much, but this is elite talent for the taking!
KollegeStudnet Posted June 11, 2015 Posted June 11, 2015 (edited) I say kick the tires at least. Chris Willams cut. Fred Jackson (sadly) cut. Could open up room for him. Depends on asking price over the next few years. Edited June 11, 2015 by KollegeStudnet
YoloinOhio Posted June 11, 2015 Posted June 11, 2015 Also Denver really needs OL help and he might see that as a great spot.
SmokinES3 Posted June 11, 2015 Posted June 11, 2015 I don't think drafting of Miller and emergence of Kouandjio changes the need for help on OL. They knew they had the draft and Kouandjio when the went after Iupati and failed. I would cut Williams and his $3 mil cap hit and sign Matthis to a 3 year deal. The Bills wanted him earlier in the spring. As Greg Roman says bring more more more talented players in. Mathis would give the line a significant boost and take the pressure off of some young guys. I think its important to get it done. Excellent point about Iupati. I hope the Jet is en route to the Mathis residence.
dubs Posted June 11, 2015 Posted June 11, 2015 Why would you say that? He is one of the fresher, brighter minds in a league filled with idiots. Is that you, Schoop?
chris heff Posted June 11, 2015 Posted June 11, 2015 Can Mathis play center, even as a backup? Right now the depth at guard and center is Urbik. Can Miller or Incognito play center?
Big C Posted June 11, 2015 Posted June 11, 2015 He will end up in Miami I think. They tried to trade for him I believe and I think they have cap space. And he probably want to go somewhere with a QB. But hope we give it a try. They have cap space? I feel like they've been spending a lot lately.
NickelCity Posted June 11, 2015 Posted June 11, 2015 I'd love it if this happened, but I have to believe we won't be his top choice.
K D Posted June 11, 2015 Posted June 11, 2015 I think they like Miller too much to spend big money on Mathis plus there is Urbik as backup C/G. I know Miami wants him bad so I hope he doesn't end up there
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