Nice quick read on new WR Jarrett Boykin

[moshermw]

Summary:

 

1. Played at VT with TT. (is VT all-time WR - broke Antonio Freeman records).

 

2. Started for Packers

 

3. Bills moving to bigger WR - Boykin is 6'2" 220.

 

http://bills.buffalonews.com/2016/01/06/bills-sign-wr-jarrett-boykin-wholl-play-wide-receiver-in-2016/

 

 

[boyst]

its strange thinking 6'2 220 is big for a wr. it doesn't seem that big.

[Nanker]

its strange thinking there's no talk of The Bills moving to LA.

[chef4131]

I always worry when a team looks at Wrs based on size instead of ability-in 2008 we wanted to draft a wr with size, so in round 2 we pick James Hardy instead of Desean Jackson

[CNY315]

its strange thinking 6'2 220 is big for a wr. it doesn't seem that big.

It's bigger than most corners

[artmalibu]

With Harvin and Goodwin most likely (hopefully) not coming back new WRs need to come from somewhere. Early darft picks should be used on other positions imo..

[jr1]

4.74 40 eek

[YoloinOhio]

4.74 40 eek

I'm more interested in his route running and hands than his speed

[billykaykay]

its strange thinking 6'2 220 is big for a wr. it doesn't seem that big.

[moshermw]

Definitely won't take the top off the D. Is smart, smooth as silk, great hands, big, strong and tough. Like the article said, someone to go over the middle where TT was a little sparse. Happy to play and is good on special teams, too.

[billykaykay]

 

its strange thinking 6'2 220 is big for a wr. it doesn't seem that big.

 

i'm 6' 1" 235. Most of the weight is hanging over my belt. Just kidding. Anyway, all I want to know is if the kid has good hands.

[moshermw]

i'm 6' 1" 235. Most of the weight is hanging over my belt. Just kidding. Anyway, all I want to know is if the kid has good hands.

Has size XXXL hands. VT had to special order his gloves.

[YoloinOhio]

Definitely won't take the top off the D. Is smart, smooth as silk, great hands, big, strong and tough. Like the article said, someone to go over the middle where TT was a little sparse. Happy to play and is good on special teams, too.

sounds good. With the lack of depth at WR and pre-built chemistry with TT he has a good chance to make the team if he does well in TC. Edited January 17, 2016 by YoloinOhio

[moshermw]

Longer read with some good analysis and video:

 

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1972898-why-mike-mccarthy-is-so-high-on-packers-wr-jarrett-boykin

[BringBackFergy]

I always worry when a team looks at Wrs based on size instead of ability-in 2008 we wanted to draft a wr with size, so in round 2 we pick James Hardy instead of Desean Jackson

I know no one has ever said this.....BUT....we could have drafted Gronk instead of .....

[hondo in seattle]

I always worry when a team looks at Wrs based on size instead of ability-in 2008 we wanted to draft a wr with size, so in round 2 we pick James Hardy instead of Desean Jackson

 

This is how I feel exactly.

 

I guess if two guys were equal in production and skill, maybe I'd give the nod to the taller/bigger guy. Otherwise, show me who can play.

 

Boykin's 4.7 makes you wonder how well he can create separation against NFL DBs.

[John from Riverside]

 

This is how I feel exactly.

 

I guess if two guys were equal in production and skill, maybe I'd give the nod to the taller/bigger guy. Otherwise, show me who can play.

 

Boykin's 4.7 makes you wonder how well he can create separation against NFL DBs.

He plays basketball on them

[BaaadThingsMan]

Boykin did actually have some 40+ yard plays for GB a couple years ago despite his speed. In the few games I saw him he played well

[White Linen]

I think the point of the signing is trying to find a helpful player without spending a lot. It's been done a lot lately at the position as evidenced by the playoff teams today.

[PO16FFS]

Good luck Boykin. and in other news, a Moose just crossed a northern ontario highway.