VABills Posted February 16, 2007 Posted February 16, 2007 "linebackers who attack, not just pursue" - that's a shot at Fletcher by Marv I would say (in one of the ways to correct the run D) Thats a shot at Crowell and possibly Spkies. Fletch and Ellison were much more attcking LBers.
Brand J Posted February 16, 2007 Posted February 16, 2007 "Angelo moving inside is a possible replacement for Fletcher, also the draft might produce someone" "I went a long time thinking, 'gosh our tackles are not producing, our tackles are not producing' but you have to have linebackers that attack, not just pursue" "Kevin Everett and Duke Preston need to make a big step forward"
Beerball Posted February 16, 2007 Posted February 16, 2007 What does "Cash to the Cap" mean? They will spend 105 mil on players, but the cap ramifications may be much less? Marv don't do cap! Hopefully Overdorf will have something public to say about this.
Matt in KC Posted February 16, 2007 Posted February 16, 2007 "I think that the offensive line is our number one priority" "Yes, there will be another running back in here to challenge Willis McGahee, either free agency or the draft" Also interesting he said he didn't think much of the free agent RB options. I wonder if this includes A Thomas or if he was only thinking of a RB that could replace Willis next year if he leaves. I thought he was tipping his hand that they had RB as a high draft priority. Given the statuses of McGahee (last year), Shaud (remember him), Thomas (not under contract) this makes sense to me.
theesir Posted February 16, 2007 Posted February 16, 2007 Someone just asked Marv what "cash to the cap" meant. His response, unfortunately was.... They showed me a bunch of charts, and showed me we don't really have a lot of room to spend money. I have to admit I don't really understand how the cap works. I love Marv, but dear God, what was that?
AstrosShortstop Posted February 16, 2007 Posted February 16, 2007 Is it me or does Marv appear to be dazed and confused....he wasn't sure if franchise tag meant top 5 or top 10 salaries, didn't know about Willis' comments, salary cap confusion and in general appears to be unprepared. To me who the hell is the GM? It's very obvious now that Marv is nothing more than a PR move and others are runnings the show....obviously with his input. Further he doesn't appear to be up on the latest NFL news concerning players who want trades dre bly, the draft, etc. I totally agree with howard!!!! totally unprepared can't wait to hear Sully's comments on this one!@
Brand J Posted February 16, 2007 Posted February 16, 2007 "We like our receiving core, Lee Evans is a premier receiver and Josh Reed got better. We also like what Roscoe brings, but we could draft another wide receiver at the right spot" "TKO moving inside is not an option that we are considering"
mead107 Posted February 16, 2007 Posted February 16, 2007 Marv being smart ? beating around the bush ?
Matt in KC Posted February 16, 2007 Posted February 16, 2007 Is it me or does Marv appear to be dazed and confused....he wasn't sure if franchise tag meant top 5 or top 10 salaries, didn't know about Willis' comments, salary cap confusion and in general appears to be unprepared. To me who the hell is the GM? It's very obvious now that Marv is nothing more than a PR move and others are runnings the show....obviously with his input. Further he doesn't appear to be up on the latest NFL news concerning players who want trades dre bly, the draft, etc. I totally agree with howard!!!! totally unprepared can't wait to hear Sully's comments on this one!@ Marv's forte is not FA or college player evaluations, contracts, the salary cap or Marketing. Marv is the GM PR-savvy face to the public. he is the cure to the sick feeling TD left in his wake. The fact that I love the job he's doing dispite the above shortcomings shows that he is a good choice for this role. He lets his GM team members stay focused on the "heavy lifting" while he makes us fans feel good. ...and it seems to be working.
Fewell733 Posted February 16, 2007 Posted February 16, 2007 Thats a shot at Crowell and possibly Spkies. Fletch and Ellison were much more attcking LBers. Crowell definitely attacks - though he often misses. Ellison does too. Not sure about Spikes since he was invisible last year. For the number of tackles Fletcher had, it seemed like the vast majority were 5 to 10 yards down field.
Fan in Chicago Posted February 16, 2007 Posted February 16, 2007 General comment - I was pleasantly surprised by how well he has aged. Someone not knowing Marv could peg his age in the mid-60s. He is so unbelievably cohesive with his sentences, bright and energetic. People taking pot shots at his age can only wish they grow up to be as young looking as him at that age.
bills_fan Posted February 16, 2007 Posted February 16, 2007 Reading the tea leaves.... We are going hard after a LG, either Steinbach or Diehlman. Marv said Gandy, we'll still have to talk about. He's gone. LBs who attack means we're going for Lance Briggs or Cato June and moving Crowell inside. There are a couple of RFAs they like. My guess...Max Starks. Preston/Pennington/Everett must step up. The gauntlet is thrown down for Duke, don't look for an upgrade there. They will give him a chance. Nate's gonna get an offer from us. Whether he takes it or not, not sure. Not bringing in as many FAs, but will target some top guys, as well as try to retain our own. Bottom line....Look for a RT, LG, LB and CB (maybe Nate). Hey thats the 4 Marv mentioned. I missed if he said anything about possible DTs. Another RB brought in.....maybe Marshawn Lynch?? Pretty cool if thats true.
Buftex Posted February 16, 2007 Posted February 16, 2007 General comment - I was pleasantly surprised by how well he has aged. Someone not knowing Marv could peg his age in the mid-60s. He is so unbelievably cohesive with his sentences, bright and energetic. People taking pot shots at his age can only wish they grow up to be as young looking as him at that age. Marv is a marvel at his age, but I am not sure how much that is going to make this team better...
AstrosShortstop Posted February 16, 2007 Posted February 16, 2007 WGR bashing marv In my opinion they should....and I until now had nothing but great things to say about Marv but today he was either unprepared or extremely overwhelmed with FA and the draft coming up. I got no sense of directon as other posters have said....Keep in mind it wasn't Shoop bashing Marv it was Howard which carries more weight
5 Wide Posted February 16, 2007 Posted February 16, 2007 Can't wait to hear Schopp on this one. Caller: What do you guys think about Marv's comments this morning Schopp: Well to be honest, I didn't listen or pay much attention. But if I did, it was probably something about how he thinks the team is good and only needs tweaking. Getting back to my original point, I was watching re-runs of different strokes the other day, NOW THAT WAS AN UNDERRATED SHOW.
bills_fan Posted February 16, 2007 Posted February 16, 2007 In my opinion they should....and I until now had nothing but great things to say about Marv but today he was either unprepared or extremely overwhelmed with FA and the draft coming up. I go no sense of directon as other posters have said....Keep in mind it wasn't Shoop bashing Marv it was Howard which carries more weight Really? I didn't get that sense at all. I thought he knew exactly where the Bills plan to go in free agency and didn't want to reveal too much. I thought he tipped his hand too much, but thats partially why I love this regime over the previous dark overlord.
Cornerville Posted February 16, 2007 Posted February 16, 2007 no questions about JP Speaks volumes, doesn’t it?
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