Matt who? - Dorian Williams - What will the Bills do when Milano can return?

[mjt328]

Depth is a great thing to have.  

 

First I think they need to gradually ease Matt Milano back into the lineup sometime after the bye.  See how he's moving post-injury, and let him slowly get back into playing shape.  Don't forget how long it took for both Tre White and Von Miller to start looking like themselves again.  

 

If Milano can regain his pre-injury form by the playoffs, then it's a no-brainer.  He goes back into the starting lineup alongside Terrell Bernard, and the Bills will have the best Linebacker duo in the NFL.

 

You can also use Dorian Williams in more heavy-run situations, either as a third linebacker or simply replacing Milano/Bernard in the lineup.

 

[LABILLBACKER]

On 9/26/2024 at 9:48 AM, K-9 said:

I like the kid and he's progressing, but he is far from what a healthy Milano brings. 

Here's your winning response.  I love Dorian as solid depth but I'm waiting till Matt's contract ends to say goodbye. Milano when healthy is still an All- Pro.

[Sierra Foothills]

On 9/26/2024 at 10:03 AM, BillsFan4 said:

I am continually impressed by this coaching staff’s work developing players.

 

Agreed. I'm also continually impressed by the ability of posters here to make definitive and permanent judgements about young players who are still developing... and also veterans easing back in from injury.

 

On 9/26/2024 at 10:05 AM, boyst said:

trade him for Ertz

 

1) "I've heard of him!"

2) "Git 'er done!"

3) "He has a ruptured spleen."

4) "The Patriots (Ravens) would be entitled to draft pick compensation."

5) F5

 

(this has been an automated response)

 

On 9/26/2024 at 11:41 AM, Coach Tuesday said:

But that is not the right question in the salary cap era.  The question is does Milano's superior talent justify the price difference between the two?  And that's where Dorian is closing the gap.  Dorian on a rookie contract vs. Milano's veteran cap hit is becoming a harder decision.

 

It all makes for an interesting offseason. Just glad there's a good chance that Milano will be in the starting lineup for the stretch run and playoffs.

 

On 9/27/2024 at 11:00 AM, billieve420 said:

I have to imagine they will let Douglas walk in FA and look to resign Benford. Draft a guy to compete with Elam and go from there. 

 

Agree... though I believe Jamarcus Ingram might figure into the situation somehow.

 

1 hour ago, Ayjent said:

Having Milano, Williams and Bernard is a great thing and will give them a way to add wrinkles if they are so inclined including traditional 4-3 and a capable backup.  It may be the key to better handling a good running team too. 

 

I disagree with your statement about adding wrinkles... Milano's only 30 and he's still handso... youthful looking.

 

[klos63]

On 11/20/2024 at 7:57 AM, Solomon Grundy said:

December meaning Detroit game and beyond 

So only half of December? Miss 2 games in December?

[Chuck Schick]

4 hours ago, PrimeTime101 said:

SO what do you think his play percentage is? 100%? 85%? 75%? who do you think they are bringing in for him? not another slot cb thats for sure

 

Maybe I misunderstood you but I thought you were advocating for a 3 Linebacker set , taking the Nickel corner (T. Johnson) off the field?  Which the Bills have shown they are extremely reluctant to do. 
KC game he played 100% of the snaps

Edited November 22 by Chuck Schick

[Sierra Foothills]

2 hours ago, Sierra Foothills said:

1) "I've heard of him!"

2) "Git 'er done!"

3) "He has a ruptured spleen."

4) "The Patriots (Ravens) would be entitled to draft pick compensation."

5) F5

 

(this has been an automated response)

 

You forgot 6) Ralph is cheap.

[Sierra Foothills]

32 minutes ago, Sierra Foothills said:

You forgot 6) Ralph is cheap.

 

So I did... sorry.

 

[Sierra Foothills]

20 minutes ago, Sierra Foothills said:

So I did... sorry.

 

No need to apologize.

 

[Sierra Foothills]

1 hour ago, Sierra Foothills said:

No need to apologize.

 

Thanks man.

 

[PrimeTime101]

21 hours ago, Chuck Schick said:

Maybe I misunderstood you but I thought you were advocating for a 3 Linebacker set , taking the Nickel corner (T. Johnson) off the field?  Which the Bills have shown they are extremely reluctant to do. 
KC game he played 100% of the snaps

against mahomes he had to

but ground and pound teams like Ravens? have to change it up/

[NewEra]

32 minutes ago, PrimeTime101 said:

against mahomes he had to

but ground and pound teams like Ravens? have to change it up/

I think they should change it up and play 3 LBs maybe 10 snaps or so max.  More than anything, I think we should play more men in the box

[PrimeTime101]

39 minutes ago, NewEra said:

I think they should change it up and play 3 LBs maybe 10 snaps or so max.  More than anything, I think we should play more men in the box

100% THAT was my point.  There are 10-20 snaps a game where its obvious running. Or when there is like a pattern of running on first downs.  put 3LB out there.

[Cubanmist]

Can Milano play pass rusher?

[Drew21PA]

Can’t even begin to describe how stoked I am for Milano and Bernard to wreak havoc the back 9 of the season!!!!

 

This weak (if Matt plays) stuff the run of CMC and neutralize kittle!  
 

 

[Zag20]

On 11/22/2024 at 4:54 PM, Cubanmist said:

Can Milano play pass rusher?

Ask Mike White

[RedDog3940]

I like the idea of a 3 LB set with Taron playing the safety role in place of Damar against likely run downs.

[3rdand12]

53 minutes ago, Zag20 said:

Ask Mike White

Well done indeed !

Seeing as Milano can cover anything underneath him , almost gives him the box safety vibe.

3 linebackers would be fun to see in an actual 3-4 with  1 tech for a few plays.

[PoundingDog]

On 11/21/2024 at 7:52 PM, Sierra Foothills said:

 Milano's only 30

I have not done a lot of research, but off the top of my head, off the ball linebackers generally don’t age well. Great ones are around the ball all the time, meaning they are involved in physical contact every play. Secondary guys have that physical contact # greatly reduced. D lineman gets hit every play but they are bigger and usually have a healthy rotation among them. 
 

counting on a 30 year old, often injured Milano is not smart. But if he can be that guy for the last 8 games (including playoffs), then we may indeed have the star lined up for us this year. 

[NakedSquid]

I didn't read all the pages o maybe someone already mentioned... but what about moving to a real 4-3 with Milano and DW and take off a safety so we keep TJ on 

[LABILLBACKER]

10 minutes ago, PoundingDog said:

I have not done a lot of research, but off the top of my head, off the ball linebackers generally don’t age well. Great ones are around the ball all the time, meaning they are involved in physical contact every play. Secondary guys have that physical contact # greatly reduced. D lineman gets hit every play but they are bigger and usually have a healthy rotation among them. 
 

counting on a 30 year old, often injured Milano is not smart. But if he can be that guy for the last 8 games (including playoffs), then we may indeed have the star lined up for us this year. 

I'm still convinced Matt Milano is a huge part of any championship this year. Obviously we won't know his game speed until the snaps start. We do know he can be a game- wrecker when healthy. And pair him with Bernard could be terrifying for opposing OC's.