Hapless Bills Fan Posted September 4, 2020 Posted September 4, 2020 1 hour ago, Johnny Hammersticks said: No need for a FB with Smith and Sweeney. Maybe this is my ignorance, but can either Smith or Sweeney fill the traditional lead-blocker role of a fullback? It's been my impression that Smith doesn't have the quick twitch and low center of gravity to block in traffic - he can basically act as a 6th OLman? Also my impression that Sweeney has a long way to go to develop as a blocker in the NFL? I could be wrong 1
Ed_Formerly_of_Roch Posted September 4, 2020 Posted September 4, 2020 1 hour ago, YoloinOhio said: I wonder if the picture on the right was taken when they told him he was being placed on IR? 1 hour ago, H2o said: This also makes me wonder if at times our 2 RB sets are gonna have both Moss and Singletary on the field at the same time? I'd vote for that. Was wondering if they'd consider that. Technically what is the difference between a full back and guy built like Moss? If you need a true FB for certain plays, couldn't Moss fill that role? 1
FLFan Posted September 4, 2020 Posted September 4, 2020 1 hour ago, CapeBreton said: Great to see Sweeney back, has he done any work at all though? I didn’t think he was even running yet. He likely goes on IR after the final cutdown. With the new rules, IR players can now return after three weeks.
Doc Posted September 4, 2020 Posted September 4, 2020 Just now, FLFan said: He likely goes on IR after the final cutdown. With the new rules, IR players can now return after three weeks. They should have just kept him on the PUP list.
Hapless Bills Fan Posted September 4, 2020 Posted September 4, 2020 2 minutes ago, FLFan said: He likely goes on IR after the final cutdown. With the new rules, IR players can now return after three weeks. Is that for all IR, or just the covid-19 IR? 1 minute ago, Doc said: They should have just kept him on the PUP list. I don't think they can do that after the cutdown?
Doc Posted September 4, 2020 Posted September 4, 2020 Just now, Hapless Bills Fan said: I don't think they can do that after the cutdown? If a player starts camp on the PUP list, he can be put on the regular season PUP list.
Johnny Hammersticks Posted September 4, 2020 Posted September 4, 2020 5 minutes ago, Hapless Bills Fan said: Maybe this is my ignorance, but can either Smith or Sweeney fill the traditional lead-blocker role of a fullback? It's been my impression that Smith doesn't have the quick twitch and low center of gravity to block in traffic - he can basically act as a 6th OLman? Also my impression that Sweeney has a long way to go to develop as a blocker in the NFL? I could be wrong I’ll answer your question with another question? Do we really need a traditional lead blocking FB? I’d almost rather have Moss out there as the lead back 🤷🏾♂️
FLFan Posted September 4, 2020 Posted September 4, 2020 8 minutes ago, Hapless Bills Fan said: Is that for all IR, or just the covid-19 IR? I don't think they can do that after the cutdown? Just checked to be sure. All IR 1 1
Hapless Bills Fan Posted September 4, 2020 Posted September 4, 2020 9 minutes ago, Johnny Hammersticks said: I’ll answer your question with another question? Do we really need a traditional lead blocking FB? I’d almost rather have Moss out there as the lead back 🤷🏾♂️ On the lead blocking whatever need, that's one for Daboll. On Moss, though, if you want a 1-2 punch at RB you for sure don't want one of the guys to eat up body blows and wear and tear blocking for the other. 12 minutes ago, Doc said: If a player starts camp on the PUP list, he can be put on the regular season PUP list. Ah, OK, but just looked it up - then he can't come back for 6 weeks
Johnny Hammersticks Posted September 4, 2020 Posted September 4, 2020 2 minutes ago, Hapless Bills Fan said: On the lead blocking whatever need, that's one for Daboll. On Moss, though, if you want a 1-2 punch at RB you for sure don't want one of the guys to eat up body blows and wear and tear blocking for the other. Certainly would add another dimension to our short yardage package. I’m not talking about Moss playing FB in all short yardage/goalline situations. I would like to see a lot of 2 back sets with Moss and Singletary though. I just don’t think a traditional FB is necessary.
NoSaint Posted September 4, 2020 Posted September 4, 2020 1 hour ago, Johnny Hammersticks said: No need for a FB with Smith and Sweeney. In general, I’m cool without one and having more of a single back offense. id rather see beasley or brown get a shot downfield in coverage late in important games
Hapless Bills Fan Posted September 4, 2020 Posted September 4, 2020 15 minutes ago, Johnny Hammersticks said: Certainly would add another dimension to our short yardage package. I’m not talking about Moss playing FB in all short yardage/goalline situations. I would like to see a lot of 2 back sets with Moss and Singletary though. I just don’t think a traditional FB is necessary. Thing is, Daboll seems to roll that way 1
ziltoid Posted September 4, 2020 Posted September 4, 2020 (edited) 2 hours ago, eball said: Somebody around here called this one...in a separate thread no less...wonder who? Me, in the WR/TE discussion. Bummer it is bad enough to shut DiMarco down. Warrior salute! Edited September 4, 2020 by BeerLeagueHockey
Johnny Hammersticks Posted September 4, 2020 Posted September 4, 2020 1 minute ago, Hapless Bills Fan said: Thing is, Daboll seems to roll that way Yes, you are correct. So you think Gilliam makes it? He might be a better receiver than DiMarco and is reportedly solid on ST 🤷🏾♂️
Hapless Bills Fan Posted September 4, 2020 Posted September 4, 2020 1 minute ago, Johnny Hammersticks said: Yes, you are correct. So you think Gilliam makes it? He might be a better receiver than DiMarco and is reportedly solid on ST 🤷🏾♂️ I would have to give that one "insufficient data". I thought there were reports he was looking pretty good, but didn't McDermott say something about "he's got a long way to go" or something like that, recently?
Johnny Hammersticks Posted September 4, 2020 Posted September 4, 2020 Just now, Hapless Bills Fan said: I would have to give that one "insufficient data". I thought there were reports he was looking pretty good, but didn't McDermott say something about "he's got a long way to go" or something like that, recently? I think he said “he’s not ready.” We’ll see I guess. Might be someone on the market after tomorrow?
ziltoid Posted September 4, 2020 Posted September 4, 2020 1 minute ago, Hapless Bills Fan said: I would have to give that one "insufficient data". I thought there were reports he was looking pretty good, but didn't McDermott say something about "he's got a long way to go" or something like that, recently? If he can play kickoff and punt coverage, he’ll make the 53. Probably won’t get any touches, if he does we’re in trouble anyways.
billsfan89 Posted September 4, 2020 Posted September 4, 2020 For the past 4 years I always heard how DiMarco was on the roster because of what he does on special teams. Can anyone confirm if was actually a good special teams player? It just seems odd that despite not being a good fullback during his time here he always hung around.
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