Solomon Grundy Posted October 9, 2023 Posted October 9, 2023 On 10/9/2023 at 3:15 AM, streetkings01 said: I know who I’m referring to…..there’s a reason why they pulled him outta the game after awhile. That 3rd and long where he missed a tackle and Bernard had to clean it up…..not sure I seen much of Williams after that. Expand How about the long run Etienne bounced to the outside because Dodson got caught hitting the wrong lane? 1 Quote
Westside Posted October 9, 2023 Posted October 9, 2023 On 10/9/2023 at 3:15 AM, Alphadawg7 said: What? They don’t play the same position and weren't competing against each other. So yeah this is incorrect. Expand He was drafted to replace edmunds but was moved over to back up Milano. So yes, I am correct. 1 1 Quote
Bookie Man Posted October 9, 2023 Posted October 9, 2023 I saw some potential. Plays with a little fire. A little out of control though, which was understandable given the situation. Quote
Alphadawg7 Posted October 9, 2023 Posted October 9, 2023 On 10/9/2023 at 3:26 AM, Westside said: He was drafted to replace edmunds but was moved over to back up Milano. So yes, I am correct. Expand No, he was and OLB drafted to be an OLB behind MIlano, they literally said this on draft night. They said he had potential at MLB as well but he wouldn’t be competing there this year. They literally said this before he ever stepped on a practice field. So no, your assumption is wrong. Many of us hoped he could be an option there when we didn’t know who would be MLB, but the front office and McD were not one of them as they said from the get go he wouldn’t be competing at MLB here this year. They didn’t want him trying to learn two positions. 2 Quote
Freddie's Dead Posted October 9, 2023 Posted October 9, 2023 I thought Williams was OK. Some good, some not so good, but he made a couple good tackles and had a PD. Give the rook some time. 2 2 Quote
Mark Vader Posted October 9, 2023 Posted October 9, 2023 On 10/9/2023 at 2:16 AM, JayBaller10 said: I saw A LOT of Dodson out there. Was it in place of Dorian? Or were the Bills running a 4-3? Expand I noticed that too, but could not definitively say that they were in a 4-3 that much. Quote
CSBill Posted October 9, 2023 Posted October 9, 2023 (edited) On 10/9/2023 at 2:02 AM, Aussie Joe said: No pressure on the 3rd round rook out of that powerhouse Tulane right ? … Good luck Dorien .. hoping for the best ! Expand To replace a 5th-round pick out of an equally mediocre football program at Boston College. Edited October 9, 2023 by CSBill 2 Quote
Buffalo_Stampede Posted October 9, 2023 Posted October 9, 2023 (edited) I watched the game everyone said he balled out in vs USC. He immediately got juked by Caleb Williams and whiffed on a tackle. I turned the game off. Yesterday I saw the same thing. I don’t know what the Bills were thinking with this draft pick. He plays faster than his mind thinks. Hopefully he can learn to control it. I’ll compare him to another Bills LB. Nigel Bradham. Also flew around playing faster than his mind could handle. He learned to control it and become a solid NFL linebacker. Edited October 9, 2023 by Buffalo_Stampede 1 2 Quote
North Buffalo Posted October 9, 2023 Posted October 9, 2023 Gonna be a long season with all the injuries on D... Young guys need to grow up fast... McD has his work cut out... talent yes but they need to learn to be in the right spot... Quote
Buffalo_Stampede Posted October 9, 2023 Posted October 9, 2023 On 10/9/2023 at 2:16 AM, JayBaller10 said: I saw A LOT of Dodson out there. Was it in place of Dorian? Or were the Bills running a 4-3? Expand Yeah. Dodson replaced Williams. There was a couple times I saw both Dodson and Williams. Quote
streetkings01 Posted October 9, 2023 Posted October 9, 2023 On 10/9/2023 at 3:18 AM, Solomon Grundy said: How about the long run Etienne bounced to the outside because Dodson got caught hitting the wrong lane? Expand I’m not sure what you’re trying to fight me on? I never said I wanted Dodson over Williams…..just pointing out what I saw from Williams with my eyes. Why do people on these boards wanna fight and create a debate all the time?!?! Quote
Low Positive Posted October 9, 2023 Posted October 9, 2023 Snap counts are out. Williams only played 36% of the snaps. I would expect that to increase now that he can prepare a whole week. FWIW, he didn’t play a single snap against Miami. Quote
Not at the table Karlos Posted October 9, 2023 Posted October 9, 2023 On 10/9/2023 at 3:26 AM, Westside said: He was drafted to replace edmunds but was moved over to back up Milano. So yes, I am correct. Expand Bernard was drafted to replace Edmunds. Quote
stevewin Posted October 9, 2023 Posted October 9, 2023 Interesting how there was some gnashing in the off/preseason when the coaching staff revealed he would be slotted for OLB only, when many penciled him in as MLB replacement - and now here he is going to fill in at exactly the position they had him working at Quote
Shaw66 Posted October 9, 2023 Posted October 9, 2023 On 10/9/2023 at 10:27 AM, Buffalo_Stampede said: Yeah. Dodson replaced Williams. There was a couple times I saw both Dodson and Williams. Expand I believe you're correct. Dodson was paired with with Bernard most of the second half. But they seemed to be in 4-3 more often than usual, with Williams in and Taron Johnson on the sideline. I wasn't disappointed in either. Generally seemed to know what they were doing, and the sorry and quickness was impressive. Give them a few weeks on the field and they'll be fine. 1 Quote
Buffalo_Stampede Posted October 9, 2023 Posted October 9, 2023 On 10/9/2023 at 1:05 PM, Shaw66 said: I believe you're correct. Dodson was paired with with Bernard most of the second half. But they seemed to be in 4-3 more often than usual, with Williams in and Taron Johnson on the sideline. I wasn't disappointed in either. Generally seemed to know what they were doing, and the sorry and quickness was impressive. Give them a few weeks on the field and they'll be fine. Expand Was that after Johnson was injured? Dodson just doesn’t look the part for me. Williams flies around. I would rather have him out on the field over Dodson. Let’s see if the game will slow down for him. 1 Quote
Westside Posted October 9, 2023 Posted October 9, 2023 On 10/9/2023 at 12:43 PM, Not at the table Karlos said: Bernard was drafted to replace Edmunds. Expand So was Dodson and Williams. It was supposed to be a three way battle for the starting job but they moved Williams over to back up Milan. Quote
boyst Posted October 9, 2023 Posted October 9, 2023 On 10/9/2023 at 2:16 AM, JayBaller10 said: I saw A LOT of Dodson out there. Was it in place of Dorian? Or were the Bills running a 4-3? Expand he was benched for a little bit. then put in situationally. On 10/9/2023 at 2:21 AM, streetkings01 said: He looked bad out there from what I saw, but I think a lot of that was due to him being thrown into the fire unexpectedly during a game in London. With a full week of practice I think expect him to look alot better Sunday night. Expand he didn't look bad. he just didn't look good. a 3rd round draft pick out of a lesser tier program isn't going to contribute immediately. On 10/9/2023 at 2:52 AM, BuffaloBillyG said: Hits and misses describes it well. I like the kid and think he can develop over time. The worry I have going forward is if Williams and Bernard are the LB group going forward....that is a LOT of inexperience to overcome from one position group. Expand he has the opportunity on his plate and the hits and misses were key. the PBU he had was him still lost. he didn't look in control of where he was or knowing where to be - clearly playing on instincts with a game too fast for him. On 10/9/2023 at 10:16 AM, CSBill said: To replace a 5th-round pick out of an equally mediocre football program at Boston College. Expand many here saw something in Milano that we knew he would pan out. i wish i could credit the others all-in on him besides myself. Quote
T master Posted October 9, 2023 Posted October 9, 2023 On 10/9/2023 at 1:58 AM, John from Riverside said: To adequately replace what is probably the most love bills player besides Josh Allen on this team Expand He' definitely has the chance to show what he's got & if he is that athletic of a player now is the time to step it up for sure !! 1 Quote
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