buffaloboyinATL Posted August 30, 2006 Posted August 30, 2006 He "confirmed" that Buffalo was one of several teams talking to Collins but that Collins felt that his best chance to start was in Tennessee. I don't put too much faith in what he says but if true that means Holcomb is on thin ice, as many of us suspect. He also said that the Vikings are showing interest in Deion Branch. I found an article backing that claim. http://www.startribune.com/510/story/636989.html
Arkady Renko Posted August 30, 2006 Posted August 30, 2006 Collins has already signed with the Titans. 756374[/snapback] I think Mort was saying that Buffalo was one of the times interested when Collins was still available. I am surprised Mort would have any scoop on the Bills considering Donahoe's change in employment.
stuckincincy Posted August 30, 2006 Posted August 30, 2006 He also said that the Vikings are showing interest in Deion Branch. I found an article backing that claim. http://www.startribune.com/510/story/636989.html 756153[/snapback] I'd be pleased to see Branch go to the NFC.
buffaloboyinATL Posted August 30, 2006 Author Posted August 30, 2006 Collins has already signed with the Titans. 756374[/snapback] I knew that, my point is that we would not be looking at a veteran if we were happy with Holcomb.
RayFinkle Posted August 30, 2006 Posted August 30, 2006 I knew that, my point is that we would not be looking at a veteran if we were happy with Holcomb. 756424[/snapback] but Collins already signed with the Titans.
MartyBall4Buffalo Posted August 30, 2006 Posted August 30, 2006 considering the offensive scheme seems to be moving the ball vertically down the field. Our previous interest it would seem in kerry collins makes sense. Right now I'd be looking to move Holcomb to the chargers who have 2 rookies behind Phillip Rivers.
MadBuffaloDisease Posted August 30, 2006 Posted August 30, 2006 I'd be pleased to see Branch go to the NFC. I still have a hard time seeing anyone giving up a 1st rounder for Branch, in conjunction with the high salary he wants to be paid. As good as he is, he's never had more than 1,000 yards (he was 2 yards shy last year, but that was in a full 16-game season) and 5 TD's in a season, and has had injury problems.
tennesseeboy Posted August 30, 2006 Posted August 30, 2006 considering the offensive scheme seems to be moving the ball vertically down the field. Our previous interest it would seem in kerry collins makes sense. Right now I'd be looking to move Holcomb to the chargers who have 2 rookies behind Phillip Rivers. 756433[/snapback] Given the chargers situation Holcomb might look good enough for a low round draft pick. Or maybe they have a decent reserve Offensive lineman they might give us for him. In any event I don't think Kelly is long for the Bills.
stuckincincy Posted August 30, 2006 Posted August 30, 2006 I still have a hard time seeing anyone giving up a 1st rounder for Branch, in conjunction with the high salary he wants to be paid. As good as he is, he's never had more than 1,000 yards (he was 2 yards shy last year, but that was in a full 16-game season) and 5 TD's in a season, and has had injury problems. 756434[/snapback] That would be a steep price to pay. Is that what the Pat's are asking for? Still, he's a fine player - one who helps his qb out. Brady will miss him if he sits out or moves on.
JM57 Posted August 30, 2006 Posted August 30, 2006 He "confirmed" that Buffalo was one of several teams talking to Collins but that Collins felt that his best chance to start was in Tennessee. I don't put too much faith in what he says but if true that means Holcomb is on thin ice, as many of us suspect. He also said that the Vikings are showing interest in Deion Branch. I found an article backing that claim. http://www.startribune.com/510/story/636989.html 756153[/snapback] The Vikings are definitely interested in Branch. They're also interested in Todd Pinkston who just got cut from the Eagles (Brad Childress connection). They're desperate for a "veteran" receiver to add to their crazy-young corps.
MadBuffaloDisease Posted August 30, 2006 Posted August 30, 2006 That would be a steep price to pay. Is that what the Pat's are asking for? I can only surmise that they'd be asking for a 1st rounder for him. Word is that if he sits out 10 games this year and returns to collect his year of eligibility, they'll franchise him next year.
MadBuffaloDisease Posted August 30, 2006 Posted August 30, 2006 The Vikings are definitely interested in Branch. They're also interested in Todd Pinkston who just got cut from the Eagles (Brad Childress connection). They're desperate for a "veteran" receiver to add to their crazy-young corps. Even though Pinkston is nowhere near Branch's ability, he'll probably help more, and immediately, given he knows Childress' system. Plus he won't cost a draft pick or a huge contract.
Ramius Posted August 30, 2006 Posted August 30, 2006 I can only surmise that they'd be asking for a 1st rounder for him. Word is that if he sits out 10 games this year and returns to collect his year of eligibility, they'll franchise him next year. 756555[/snapback] I doubt it. The cheap ass patriots paying the franchise number? Bob Kraft's a-hole must pucker at just the THOUGHT of that...
Pete Posted August 30, 2006 Posted August 30, 2006 Kerry Collins played for us already or a Kerry Collins impersonater= their name was Drew Bledsoe. Um......no !@#$ing way to Kerry Collins
Lori Posted August 30, 2006 Posted August 30, 2006 Even though Pinkston is nowhere near Branch's ability, he'll probably help more, and immediately, given he knows Childress' system. Plus he won't cost a draft pick or a huge contract. 756557[/snapback] IF Pinkston comes back at full speed. Guessing the Iggles wouldn't have dumped him if they thought that was going to happen.
AJ1 Posted August 30, 2006 Posted August 30, 2006 Heard Mort say on ESPN radio last night that the QB competition in Buffalo was a sham...that JP was going to get it all along. First thing I've agreed with him regarding the Bills since his bitter remarks last draftday.
JM57 Posted August 30, 2006 Posted August 30, 2006 Even though Pinkston is nowhere near Branch's ability, he'll probably help more, and immediately, given he knows Childress' system. Plus he won't cost a draft pick or a huge contract. 756557[/snapback] Yeah their ability levels are completely off. Also, Pinkston's still on the mend from a ruptured Achilles last summer, and has been battling tendonitis in BOTH Achilles during training camp.
K-gunner Posted August 30, 2006 Posted August 30, 2006 Pinkston gets hurt taking a swig of Gatorade...wouldnt touch that guy. I do agree that Holcomb is on his way out and the Bills will be searching for another QB.
Trip Posted August 30, 2006 Posted August 30, 2006 Heard Mort say on ESPN radio last night that the QB competition in Buffalo was a sham...that JP was going to get it all along. First thing I've agreed with him regarding the Bills since his bitter remarks last draftday. 756586[/snapback] A sham? Anyone who wrote a report about practice at training camp wrote that Losman looked better. I wonder how many practices Mort attended? He has hit 65% of his passes in preseason and has thrown the ball down the field at over 8 yds per pass. Mort knows jack and besides that anything he writes or says about the Bills will be negative because his buddy and number one team resource is no longer around.
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