Would You Trade For Zach Ertz?

[Buffalo03]

The Eagles have two TEs and Dallas Goedert seems to have a big role in that offense. He actually seemed to be more effective than Ertz toward the end of last season and he out targeted Ertz on Sunday. Apparently, Ertz got into an argument with Howie Roseman in practice last week as well so, there could be some possible issues there. I wouldn't mind calling the Eagles just to see if they would be interested in doing something but a TE like Ertz in this offense would be great imo

[947]

Yep.

But Philly won't trade him, they have very little at WR & need both TEs.

[SCBills]

Knox looked pretty good to me Week 1

 

I'll take Ertz, no doubt, but with the WR's we know we have and the TE we think we have, not sure tying up assets in another TE is wise.

[Brennan Huff]

No

[NewEra]

No.  I wouldn’t want to pay a 29 year old Ertz what he’s looking for.  Good player, he’d make us better and give us an even better chance at winning the SB, but it would likely put a wrench in Beanes current plan.  I think Beane has a good plan.

[Over 29 years of fanhood]

If Julie comes along with him as our new kicker, might be worth considering? 

7 minutes ago, SCBills said:

Knox looked pretty good to me Week 1

 

I'll take Ertz, no doubt, but with the WR's we know we have and the TE we think we have, not sure tying up assets in another TE is wise.

He did make a very nice catch... was gronkesque on that one play anyway 

[Max Fischer]

13 minutes ago, Buffalo03 said:

The Eagles have two TEs and Dallas Goedert seems to have a big role in that offense. He actually seemed to be more effective than Ertz toward the end of last season and he out targeted Ertz on Sunday. Apparently, Ertz got into an argument with Howie Roseman in practice last week as well so, there could be some possible issues there. I wouldn't mind calling the Eagles just to see if they would be interested in doing something but a TE like Ertz in this offense would be great imo

 

For a high round pick? Sure. But doubt Philly would do that. Under what scenario would this even be possible?

[MJS]

Nope.

[Rc2catch]

https://www.twobillsdrive.com/community/topic/226473-zack-ertz-doubt-it-but/

 

 

 

where have I heard this before? 

[C.Biscuit97]

12 minutes ago, 947 said:

Yep.

But Philly won't trade him, they have very little at WR & need both TEs.

Yeah, why would Philly do it unless they get a great pick back?  They have a great strength.  I would love having 2 awesome TEs.

[whatdrought]

I wouldnt simply cause of what we’d have to pay both in compensation and contract. 
 

The big point of question for me is whether or not we’re not using TE’s by choice, or by necessity. Knox looked good when he was out there, we just didn’t use him all that much. 

[Franco_92]

If we are moving assets, get a LB or CB

[Just Joshin']

Nope.  He is a good TE but at his peak.  Combine that with Knox who is ascending, giving up a high pick and the cap impact makes this a no.

[Dragoon]

I like Knox. 

[aristocrat]

yes, get rid of kroft and bring him in. 

[Maybe Someday]

Would cost us draft picks and a big contract for a player whose best days are likely behind him. 

 

Hard pass on a trade but would have interest as a FA next year if the price is right. 

[Canadian Bills Fan]

Can he play LB?

[Ed_Formerly_of_Roch]

28 minutes ago, Buffalo03 said:

The Eagles have two TEs and Dallas Goedert seems to have a big role in that offense. He actually seemed to be more effective than Ertz toward the end of last season and he out targeted Ertz on Sunday. Apparently, Ertz got into an argument with Howie Roseman in practice last week as well so, there could be some possible issues there. I wouldn't mind calling the Eagles just to see if they would be interested in doing something but a TE like Ertz in this offense would be great imo

 

Why?  What does it accomplish other than putting the team in much worse cap trouble next season?  Since you seem to think this is a great idea, please tell us who all you plan to cut next season to pay for Ertz and all the other players that need to be re-signed like Milano, extensions to Edwards, and Allan for starters?  The method to being successful in the NFL these days is to get good to decent play from rookies ion cheap contracts sprinkled in with high priced high skilled players.  There's 3 or 4 threads already discussing whether the Bills will be able to afford Milano next year already and you're just trying to make it worse.

 

Knox had think it was 2 catches on 3 targets I saw??  With the WR the Bills have it makes more sense to play 3 WR than 2 TE to start with.  And even with whomever is at TE with the WR's the team has, how many targets is the TE actually going to see?  Will be surprised if Knox's numbers this year are much better than last year mainly because he won't be targeted as much.  Your logic is to sit or take focus away from a cheap rookie contract for potentially a small improvement. 

 

And lastly we really have no idea how good Knox may even be and by bringing in someone like Ertz, you're taking playing time away from Knox so we may never know.  Take away last seasons drops from Knox and he had a hell of a rookie season considering how weak the overall offense still was.

 

Stick to your day job!

[Ethan in Cleveland]

Teams do dumb things all the time.  Who is to say the Eagles won;t trade him for less than he is worth.  Maybe he has pissed people off in the organization.  Hopkins, Jamal Adams, and Earl Thomas are recent examples of guys that were moved for curious reasons.  

Would I trade Kroft and a 2nd round pick and give Ertz a decent sized contract, yes.

Knox looks like he can be great but a mentor like Ertz would go a long way.  

Philly will play a few more games before they consider making a move

 

[Mark Vader]

I'll take Dallas Goedert off their hands.