Andrew Son Posted May 8, 2018 Posted May 8, 2018 Has there ever been more unanimous love for a Bills draft pick? 1
HappyDays Posted May 8, 2018 Posted May 8, 2018 Just watched the video. Teams will have a tough time throwing over the middle with Edmunds and Poyer lurking behind him. I expect a lot of tipped interceptions until teams learn not to throw into his zone. I think he and White will be the cornerstones of our defense for the next 5+ years.
CommonCents Posted May 8, 2018 Posted May 8, 2018 1 hour ago, K-9 said: Nobody can cover Gronk with a Brady throwing to him. Nobody. It’s just a football fact we have to accept. But Edmunds can make it hard as hell at least. And that’s not nothing. Tre picked Brady once and almost had a second the game he got elbow dropped. 1
BillsBytheBay Posted May 8, 2018 Posted May 8, 2018 (edited) 17 minutes ago, SWATeam said: Has there ever been more unanimous love for a Bills draft pick? When was the last time a six foot five 255-pound 4.5 linebacker who was 19 years old, was in the draft? (With tape that shows he learns IN game) The fact the kid wasn't a top-five pick and we got him is astounding Edited May 8, 2018 by JaxBills
elroy16 Posted May 8, 2018 Posted May 8, 2018 2 hours ago, NewEra said: Might be my favorite draft pick in the last 20 years. Would be nice to have a perennial All Pro MLB for the next 10+ years I've been bitter since the 49ers snatched Patrick Willis right before the Bills. Granted Lynch panned out and they got Poz later, but I really wanted Willis. Poz was solid, but it's kinda funny how similar the situation is now. Poz and Preston were solid MLB's, albeit not flashy or spectacular while Willis and Edmunds are much more athletic with a much higher ceiling. I'd be pretty happy if Edmunds panned out similar to Willis, hopefully a longer career though. 1
K-9 Posted May 8, 2018 Posted May 8, 2018 1 hour ago, Commonsense said: Tre picked Brady once and almost had a second the game he got elbow dropped. Tre had a few nice plays to be sure and I loved the way he was up for the challenge and the grit he showed vs. such a physically superior player. But at the end of the day, in the two games against us last season, Gronk was targeted 18 times for 14 catches, 214 yards, and a TD. Holding him to one score is nice, but his production killed us none the less. Like other teams, we got in his way a bit, but didn’t stop him. 1
CommonCents Posted May 8, 2018 Posted May 8, 2018 Just now, K-9 said: Tre had a few nice plays to be sure and I loved the way he was up for the challenge and the grit he showed vs. such a physically superior player. But at the end of the day, in the two games against us last season, Gronk was targeted 18 times for 14 catches, 214 yards, and a TD. Holding him to one score is nice, but his production killed us none the less. Like other teams, we got in his way a bit, but didn’t stop him. Good stuff, I do wonder what numbers he had while being covered but Tre but the point is still made. Edmunds is another viable option in coverage and when trying to defend Brady/Gronk you need multiple approaches. 1
simpleman Posted May 8, 2018 Posted May 8, 2018 1 hour ago, SWATeam said: Has there ever been more unanimous love for a Bills draft pick? Watch it, don't go and curse us, LOL! 1
Rockinon Posted May 8, 2018 Posted May 8, 2018 He is a bit raw but LBs have been saying that McDermott's D is very LB friendly. The defense is designed to put LB's in position to make plays. Going to be fun watching this kid.
The Now Moment Posted May 8, 2018 Posted May 8, 2018 5 hours ago, K-9 said: Nobody can cover Gronk with a Brady throwing to him. Nobody. It’s just a football fact we have to accept. But Edmunds can make it hard as hell at least. And that’s not nothing. Edmunds has the right combo of height, speed, weight and talent to actually challenge him.
OrtonHearsaWho Posted May 8, 2018 Posted May 8, 2018 8 hours ago, elroy16 said: Great breakdown. Like Juice said, seeing him make adjustments in game after getting beat is great to see. He'll get beat at times, but he's going to make a lot of plays. Before the draft I didn't realize how much of an athletic freak he is. I can't wait to watch him play. This makes me like the Star signing even more and having Phillips there to develop into another block occupying DT. That said, he's even got the length and size to stack and shed guards who do get the 2nd level. He's also basically like a DE when he comes on a blitz, RB's aren't going to have an easy time picking him up. I absolutely love this pick and can't wait to see him out there. I'm glad I read all of the comments before posting because it would have sounded exactly like your post otherwise. It's exactly what I was thinking watching the video. I liked picking up Star and love where we drafted Phillips but was pretty concerned about the pass rush because they're not really pocket collapsing guys but combined with Edmunds, I'm intrigued. I wouldn't be stunned if he led the team in both tackles and sacks this season. 1
SouthNYfan Posted May 8, 2018 Posted May 8, 2018 9 hours ago, buffaloboyinATL said: At first I was confused when he showed up in #25 in some of the highlights. Now I see that it was an honor that he earned. I am VERY excited to see the impact he has on this Defense! Yeah they give it to a different defensive guy every week I'm not sure about the exact criteria to earn it that week The kid's a boss though 1
Clyde Smith Posted May 8, 2018 Posted May 8, 2018 I can see him coming here and having a rookie year similar to Javon Kearse rookie year in Tenn, Woah buddy!!
K-9 Posted May 9, 2018 Posted May 9, 2018 1 hour ago, Buffalo30 said: Edmunds has the right combo of height, speed, weight and talent to actually challenge him. Challenge, yes. Stop? I’ll believe it when I see it.
aceman_16 Posted May 9, 2018 Posted May 9, 2018 I was so convinced that we would not have a shot at him.... I never really watched his film. Dang he is special.
The Now Moment Posted May 9, 2018 Posted May 9, 2018 1 hour ago, K-9 said: Challenge, yes. Stop? I’ll believe it when I see it. I didn't say he would stop him or even slow him down, I just said he has a better chance due to his measureables. His size is scary in the middle of a defense, especially behind good defense tackles that eat blocks. Very excited to see what he can do this year. He will have a lot on his plate but I think he can handle it. 1
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted May 9, 2018 Posted May 9, 2018 NFL Insiders predict Defensive Rookie of the Year ESPN NFL Insiders Mike Sando, senior NFL writer: Tremaine Edmunds, LB, Buffalo Bills. Coach Sean McDermott seems to be able to develop players and feature them properly. The role Edmunds plays should give him ample opportunity to make some splash plays. 1
MtlBillsFan Posted May 10, 2018 Author Posted May 10, 2018 (edited) 19 hours ago, OldTimeAFLGuy said: NFL Insiders predict Defensive Rookie of the Year ESPN NFL Insiders Mike Sando, senior NFL writer: Tremaine Edmunds, LB, Buffalo Bills. Coach Sean McDermott seems to be able to develop players and feature them properly. The role Edmunds plays should give him ample opportunity to make some splash plays. I would not be surprised at all if he end up being the DROY. Edited May 10, 2018 by MtlBillsFan
Hapless Bills Fan Posted May 11, 2018 Posted May 11, 2018 On 5/8/2018 at 9:52 AM, baskingridgebillsfan said: he is huge with long arms . He is going to be awesome on passing downs from the beginning . It is going to hard to throw over the middle with him parked 8 -10 yards deep looking like he is covering the entire middle of the field Not just long arms, but strength in his arms and hands. One thing that stood out to me is his ability to bring the guy down when he just got his hands on him with extended arms. Hope that translates to "NFL strong" RB and WR
Richard Noggin Posted May 11, 2018 Posted May 11, 2018 24 minutes ago, Hapless Bills Fan said: Not just long arms, but strength in his arms and hands. One thing that stood out to me is his ability to bring the guy down when he just got his hands on him with extended arms. Hope that translates to "NFL strong" RB and WR Agreed. He has a big "tackle radius." (Which isn't a thing, but should be.) I HAVE heard his style of tackling used as a criticism, however. Maybe on draft night? He's a grabber, someone said, rather than a hitter.
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