TimGraham Posted March 7, 2009 Posted March 7, 2009 Yeah....OK. If posts to you came off as if you owe me something, I am truly sorry. I thought that I was practically gushing with respect and appreciation, but one never does know for sure how their typewritten word will come off. In any event, thanks for being here. Lori is a great person and a great friend, so in that sense, have a nice day. You believe you were "gushing with respect and appreciation," but you leave it as this: "With total respect, as well as appreciation for you spending time with us, I gotta tell ya that this is hard to believe." No matter how you make it look pretty, you were telling me I was full of crap.
cåblelady Posted March 7, 2009 Posted March 7, 2009 Hey! Tim. T.O.'s in Buffalo. Can you freaking believe it?
TimGraham Posted March 7, 2009 Posted March 7, 2009 Hey! Tim. T.O.'s in Buffalo. Can you freaking believe it? I believe it because the reports are from guys I respect, but it makes no sense.
drinkTHEkoolaid Posted March 7, 2009 Posted March 7, 2009 I believe it because the reports are from guys I respect, but it makes no sense. What makes this very interesting is it IS in fact coming from legit people, not some guy on his moms computer in a basement... do you have any additional information you could share with us?
Buffalonian-at-Heart Posted March 7, 2009 Posted March 7, 2009 I believe it because the reports are from guys I respect, but it makes no sense. For me, it does make sense. I think there is a statement being made by the season ticket holding fans. They are not renewing in huge numbers. The Bills are in serious risk. A recession and an uninspired fan base, is a bad recipe for selling your product. On another front. This team has very little chance of being better than last year. They signed three irrelevant free agents, missed on all the ones that would have been, and there aren't any left. Relying on rookies to fill holes in their first year is a ridiculous expectation. This team is on it's way to 5-6 wins. Then enter T.O., he could actually make a tangible and intangible difference; immediately.
Kelly the Dog Posted March 7, 2009 Posted March 7, 2009 I believe it because the reports are from guys I respect, but it makes no sense. Since when has the Bills front office been making sense? This makes perfect sense for the simple fact that it makes no sense.
TimGraham Posted March 7, 2009 Posted March 7, 2009 What makes this very interesting is it IS in fact coming from legit people, not some guy on his moms computer in a basement... do you have any additional information you could share with us? 6:15 p.m. news conference scheduled. We don't know for what exactly, but I suspect they've either signed him or someone in the front office will explain why they've brought him in. When anybody else has visited and spoken to the press, they've called it "media availability."
lets_go_bills Posted March 7, 2009 Posted March 7, 2009 Tim, how'd this happen? This is mind blowing for me. Why would he even sign here, does nobody else want him? The only explanation I can think of is the Bills FO wanting to boost excitement/ticket sales after last years disaster and retention of Jauron. In any case, we better get our popcorn ready.
HopsGuy Posted March 7, 2009 Posted March 7, 2009 6:15 p.m. news conference scheduled. We don't know for what exactly, but I suspect they've either signed him or someone in the front office will explain why they've brought him in. When anybody else has visited and spoken to the press, they've called it "media availability." Hey Tim - I'd love to hear Marv Levy's thoughts on this. Of course, Marv's a classy guy so I'm sure he'd avoid saying anything negative. I understand this move as a stab at selling some tickets. The economy dictates that the Bills make a splash to sell tickets. This is the biggest splash they could make. It's a business move, not a football move. Now the question becomes, does Trent Edward now score a hottie like Carmella DeCesare or Jessica Simpson (used to be)? There's a correlation between a QB having T.O. at WR and getting a hot girlfriend. I'm just sayin'.
SuperKillerRobots Posted March 7, 2009 Posted March 7, 2009 I believe it because the reports are from guys I respect, but it makes no sense. Tim, not trying to be an ass, but no sense from who's perspective? TO or the Bills? Seems like the Bills take a chance on a future HOF WR in a year where the coach will probably be fired if he doesn't go better than .500 in the first 6 or 8 games. This is win now for them and very little downside - they could always cut him mid-season and it would be the same if the contract were not guaranteed, no? If a vet is on the roster for opening day, I was under the impression their salary was guaranteed anyways, so the Bills could cut ties easily. For TO I can see him being embarrassed at being cut in that fashion and not having a lot of suitors, so he signs with the Bills on one year dealt o prove his worth. Then, with a good year here (both on the field and in the locker room) he signs one more big deal and gets a solid last contract. The Bills get a look at a good, but troubled WR for a year - worst case he goes somewhere else after 2009 and they might get a comp pick, while Hardy and Johnson develop, best case he decides he loves it here, signs long-term to finish his career here and opens up a flower shop on the West Side after his playing days are over. Maybe he runs for mayor. Just wondering what you think about the behind the scenes reasoning on this development, since all I can do is guess at intent - like putting a 1,9000 piece puzzle together and all the pieces being face down!
Not the real Gale Gilbert Posted March 8, 2009 Posted March 8, 2009 Hey Tim, Regarding the TO signing, how do you think Belichick, Ryan, and Sparano are going to react? Glad that a rival has taken on a headache, or worried because of the guy's talent?
TimGraham Posted March 8, 2009 Posted March 8, 2009 Tim, not trying to be an ass, but no sense from who's perspective? TO or the Bills? Seems like the Bills take a chance on a future HOF WR in a year where the coach will probably be fired if he doesn't go better than .500 in the first 6 or 8 games. This is win now for them and very little downside - they could always cut him mid-season and it would be the same if the contract were not guaranteed, no? If a vet is on the roster for opening day, I was under the impression their salary was guaranteed anyways, so the Bills could cut ties easily. For TO I can see him being embarrassed at being cut in that fashion and not having a lot of suitors, so he signs with the Bills on one year dealt o prove his worth. Then, with a good year here (both on the field and in the locker room) he signs one more big deal and gets a solid last contract. The Bills get a look at a good, but troubled WR for a year - worst case he goes somewhere else after 2009 and they might get a comp pick, while Hardy and Johnson develop, best case he decides he loves it here, signs long-term to finish his career here and opens up a flower shop on the West Side after his playing days are over. Maybe he runs for mayor. Just wondering what you think about the behind the scenes reasoning on this development, since all I can do is guess at intent - like putting a 1,9000 piece puzzle together and all the pieces being face down! Makes no sense because the Bills have avoided these types of signings for years.
TimGraham Posted March 8, 2009 Posted March 8, 2009 Hey Tim, Regarding the TO signing, how do you think Belichick, Ryan, and Sparano are going to react? Glad that a rival has taken on a headache, or worried because of the guy's talent? I'm sure they're not thrilled because of how dangerous he can be on the field, but they also know there's a reasonable percentage the move will backfire. Otherwise, all sorts of teams would have been in the mix.
Acantha Posted March 8, 2009 Posted March 8, 2009 I'm sure they're not thrilled because of how dangerous he can be on the field, but they also know there's a reasonable percentage the move will backfire. Otherwise, all sorts of teams would have been in the mix. Good job on the line on ESPN BTW. They actually gave you time to complete thoughts and get a full information out which is always nice.
1976Billsfan Posted March 8, 2009 Posted March 8, 2009 I'm sure they're not thrilled because of how dangerous he can be on the field, but they also know there's a reasonable percentage the move will backfire. Otherwise, all sorts of teams would have been in the mix. Tim, You are the man! I love your AFCE blog on ESPN and I'm glad you are taking the time to converse with us Bills fans. My question for you Tim: Do you thin the Owens signing makes Buffalo a more attractive destination for FA's and other marquee players (Tony Gonzo for example who didn't want to come here last season), will it do the opposite and drive down the attractiveness further or will it make no difference? Thanks
TimGraham Posted March 8, 2009 Posted March 8, 2009 Tim, You are the man! I love your AFCE blog on ESPN and I'm glad you are taking the time to converse with us Bills fans.My question for you Tim: Do you thin the Owens signing makes Buffalo a more attractive destination for FA's and other marquee players (Tony Gonzo for example who didn't want to come here last season), will it do the opposite and drive down the attractiveness further or will it make no difference? Thanks I guess it could. But the ultimate turnaround in the organization's reputation will happen when they win more than they lose.
lets_go_bills Posted March 8, 2009 Posted March 8, 2009 I guess it could. But the ultimate turnaround in the organization's reputation will happen when they win more than they lose. Bingo.
The Dean Posted March 8, 2009 Posted March 8, 2009 I believe it because the reports are from guys I respect, but it makes no sense. Tim, I rarely disagree with you, when it comes to your take on Bills-related stuff. (which I think might be a problem for you, actually ) Your analysis on the FO structure, is exactly what I have been saying for some time, now. I think some people really haven't worked in organizations with a consensus driven management style. But, when it comes to the Bills getting TO, I think it make perfect sense. Certainly for the Bills, who have very little to lose, on this one. A one-year deal (at $6.5 mil...are you kidding me?) is genius.
TimGraham Posted March 8, 2009 Posted March 8, 2009 Tim, I rarely disagree with you, when it comes to your take on Bills-related stuff. (which I think might be a problem for you, actually ) Your analysis on the FO structure, is exactly what I have been saying for some time, now. I think some people really haven't worked in organizations with a consensus driven management style. But, when it comes to the Bills getting TO, I think it make perfect sense. Certainly for the Bills, who have very little to lose, on this one. A one-year deal (at $6.5 mil...are you kidding me?) is genius. I didn't mean that it makes no sense from a football standpoint. I meant it makes no sense in that the scenario doesn't compute. The Bills simply haven't operated this way.
Tortured Soul Posted March 8, 2009 Posted March 8, 2009 I didn't mean that it makes no sense from a football standpoint. I meant it makes no sense in that the scenario doesn't compute. The Bills simply haven't operated this way. Hey Tim, Is this a good move or bad move?
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