Bills trade 7th rnd pick for backup Case Keenum

[Doc]

Just now, Magox said:

Are the Bills on the hook for the entire $6m?

 

No.  They can cut him at any time without any cap hit.

 

Prior to the start of the season, that is.

[gonzo1105]

1 minute ago, buffaloboyinATL said:

For some reason I didn’t think we had our 7th anymore. I guess now we don’t.

we actually had 2

[Process]

$6M for a backup QB? 

[Warcodered]

Could have had a bit of fun with the title "Browns QB traded to the Bills"

[Hapless Bills Fan]

Keenum is a guy who can play and win some games, for reals.  A 7th round pick is nothing.  Good choice for a backup, good deal on the pick.

 

However, he has a $8.43M cap hit, of which $7.1M is new cash that the Bills must cover.  Unless part of his money is staying with Cleveland, I wonder how this is going to fit under the cap. (It's possible that Cleveland is covering the roster bonus, given the timing - or it's possible that it stays with Buffalo, not clear)

 

https://www.spotrac.com/nfl/cleveland-browns/case-keenum-10079/

 

 

Of note for those who don't remember, Keenum was the throwing arm at the other end of the "Minnesota Miracle" that defeated NO and sent the Vikes to the NFCCG vs. the Eagles in 2017.  So he's comfortable throwing to Diggs!

[WotAGuy]

Does he have any civil suits pending?

[JGMcD2]

Just now, strive_for_five_guy said:

Keenam to Diggs:

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Tb--T87Jf2Y

 

One of the greatest endings ever.

 

I can't help but watch the throw and laugh at how spoiled we are with Josh.

 

That's a throw Josh makes flat footed and Keenum had to step into it lol...

 

Solid get for a 7th round pick... he's one of the best backups in the league. 

[Buffalo_Stampede]

It means we had at least $6 million in cap space. My guess is an extension is coming. Would be nice to have backup locked up for a few years.

[Real McClappy]

Solid BU QB move for us.  5-6mill is about right and no beef on my end, Beane filled another gap.

[jkeerie]

Just now, Buffalo_Stampede said:

It means we had at least $6 million in cap space. My guess is an extension is coming. Would be nice to have backup locked up for a few years.

I'm thinking restructure and extension as well.  Get a solid backup for a few years instead of a one year rental and spread out the cap hit.

[JGMcD2]

5 minutes ago, Doc said:

I'm down with the 7th rounder, but a $6M salary? 

It's right in line with what Tyrod and Bridgewater got. I'd put them all around the same category - although those two both have a REALLY good chance of starting or at least competing for a job with NYG or MIA respectively. 

 

I don't think you're getting Mariota or Winston for less? Winston is the starter in NO most likely. 

 

Brissett and Fitzpatrick are the only other two competent back up QBs. I think Fitzpatrick wants to start or go somewhere he may start. 

 

Keenum > Brissett 

[Buffalo_Stampede]

3 minutes ago, jkeerie said:

I'm thinking restructure and extension as well.  Get a solid backup for a few years instead of a one year rental and spread out the cap hit.

I have to believe that’s the plan after giving up a pick.

[Mikie's Bills]

Better than Barkley

[MAJBobby]

15 minutes ago, Hebert19 said:

 

Like this better than Barkley and Fitz. Another hole pre draft Filled 

[NewEra]

Fine addition.

[YoloinOhio]

This is a great backup plan

 

barkley will probably round out QB 3, which I like too

[Mikie's Bills]

12 minutes ago, buffaloboyinATL said:

For some reason I didn’t think we had our 7th anymore. I guess now we don’t.

We had two 7ths originally. Ours and Atlanta's, so now we're down to 1.

[HappyDays]

Keenum was arguably better than Baker last year. I'm not a fan of paying backup QBs over $4 million so hopefully we have some restructure or extension in place to lower that cap hit.

Edited March 19, 2022 by HappyDays

[The Wiz]

Just now, YoloinOhio said:

This is a great backup plan

 

barkley will probably round out QB 3, which I like too

Do we have any idea if this has been confirmed yet about Barkley?

[buffaloboyinATL]

9 minutes ago, Process said:

$6M for a backup QB? 

Hopefully we can restructure, but if not, I’d rather have a good backup and not need him, than need one and not have him.