Doc Posted October 11, 2018 Posted October 11, 2018 I'll ask again: Can TJ be a starter opposite Tre' or is he just a slot CB?
C.Biscuit97 Posted October 11, 2018 Posted October 11, 2018 This is why we should never spend high picks on d backs going forward. If there is one area SM kills it, it’s defensive backs. Looks like Ike a great pick. Now, keep Hire an offensive guru and keep away.
Roundybout Posted October 11, 2018 Posted October 11, 2018 10 minutes ago, Doc said: I'll ask again: Can TJ be a starter opposite Tre' or is he just a slot CB? Not sure if he has the size to play opposite.
Doc Posted October 11, 2018 Posted October 11, 2018 1 minute ago, BillsEnthusiast said: Not sure if he has the size to play opposite. He's the exact same size (OK, 1/8" shorter) than Tre'.
Call_Of_Ktulu Posted October 11, 2018 Posted October 11, 2018 On 9/29/2018 at 6:28 AM, wppete said: Yeah I agree. Taron is playing well at nickel CB. I like the way he plays fast, tough and aggressive. Keep him healthy and we have a good CB for the future. Great draft pick for the 4th round. We should be playing in our nickel defense against Houston 95% of the time. They have no RB on this roster that is a threat. 1
Roundybout Posted October 11, 2018 Posted October 11, 2018 5 minutes ago, Doc said: He's the exact same size (OK, 1/8" shorter) than Tre'. Weird, I had it in my head that he was about 20 points lighter (a la Nickel Robey). Well, I trust SM on defensive backs. If he feels that Johnson is best in nickel, then that's fine by me.
26CornerBlitz Posted October 11, 2018 Posted October 11, 2018 Just now, Call_Of_Ktulu said: We should be playing in our nickel defense against Houston 95% of the time. They have no RB on this roster that is a threat. To the contrary, Lamar Miller will be back this Sunday. He and Alfred Blue are a pretty good tandem.
Call_Of_Ktulu Posted October 11, 2018 Posted October 11, 2018 Just now, 26CornerBlitz said: To the contrary, Lamar Miller will be back this Sunday. He and Alfred Blue are a pretty good tandem. Blue is so slow and is average at best. Miller has some talent but it has not materialized into him taking over games. I wouldn't be surprised if Foreman is the starting RB once he is cleared to play. The goal this week should be to take away Hopkins at all cost. Also if there is one O-Line that is worse than ours it's the Texans. Bring that nickel CB on a few well timed blitzes, the Texans O-Line will crumble if anything out of the ordinary is thrown at them.
Doc Posted October 11, 2018 Posted October 11, 2018 3 hours ago, BillsEnthusiast said: Weird, I had it in my head that he was about 20 points lighter (a la Nickel Robey). Well, I trust SM on defensive backs. If he feels that Johnson is best in nickel, then that's fine by me. Yeah, I also thought he was 5'8" and 175# or so. And I agree on trusting SM but was wondering if he's just getting his feet wet before moving him opposite Tre'.
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted October 12, 2018 Posted October 12, 2018 On 10/8/2018 at 8:51 PM, BuffaloBill said: This draft class may become one of the best ever if Allen develops and hits the potential of his physical skills. If Teller becomes a contributor then the first five picks will be solid contributors. Oh come on! Many "experts" here at TBD disagree Bill
GunnerBill Posted October 12, 2018 Posted October 12, 2018 19 hours ago, Doc said: Yeah, I also thought he was 5'8" and 175# or so. And I agree on trusting SM but was wondering if he's just getting his feet wet before moving him opposite Tre'. I think he will stay at nickel. His skillset is perfect for that spot.
ctk232 Posted October 12, 2018 Posted October 12, 2018 5 hours ago, GunnerBill said: I think he will stay at nickel. His skillset is perfect for that spot. Ideal. We shouldn't move him to DB2 while he's developing, and especially while he's performing at an exceptional level for what was given up to draft him. The FA DB class has some solid names coming up, and while it's not an immediate need, having that stud DB2 to anchor our secondary would be great to see. Johnson could nickel/slot and also help with depth should we need it. No reason to overshoot the guy just yet.
Logic Posted October 12, 2018 Posted October 12, 2018 This defense is a CB2 and an edge rusher (Jerry ain't getting any younger) away from being set completely -- at least as far as starters go. I sincerely hope that most of our free agency dollars and draft picks are spent on offense this coming offseason.
Hebert19 Posted October 13, 2018 Posted October 13, 2018 We have to keep in mind that this is a DB friendly system especially with a pass rush. Ej Gaines looked good here.
JerseyBills Posted October 13, 2018 Author Posted October 13, 2018 On 10/11/2018 at 12:33 AM, John from Riverside said: They need one more pass rusher i wonder if they are thinking about Hassan reddick at all I don't know. They are getting consistent pressure. Hughes is elite imo. Criminally underrated. Murphy is coming along nicely, great motor and Lorax is rated as one of the best edge defenders through 5 weeks according to pff. Lawson back , can play de or dt , we quietly have a deep , talented DL. 13 hours ago, GunnerBill said: I think he will stay at nickel. His skillset is perfect for that spot. Exactly. Can't force him outside . A nickel is an extremely important position nowadays though , kid is a flat out steal. I saw it from Training camp.
26CornerBlitz Posted October 13, 2018 Posted October 13, 2018 How Taron Johnson's 'bulldog mentality' is serving him and Bills defense well Buffalo Bills coach Sean McDermott feels as though it takes a “special type of player with a special mindset” to play the nickel cornerback position. Though he’s only four games into his professional career, Taron Johnson has already proven that he fits the bill. Johnson has shined in the slot when healthy this season, standing out as a young defensive cornerstone that the Bills can look to build around.
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