RockPile007 Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 So all these backs keep on coming here. Why? I don't get it. I don't think the Bills would ever cut Omon, so wouldn't Lynch or Jackson have to go?? I ran across this story this morning - http://buf.scout.com/2/844350.html I really think the Bills are at least exploring this possibility of trading Beast Mode. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Special K Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 I don't think the Bills would ever cut Omon, ??????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjohns85 Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 if they trade lynch for anything less than a pro bowl quarterback, i will never watch the bills again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockPile007 Posted March 5, 2009 Author Share Posted March 5, 2009 Well, maybe. But he's only in his 2nd year and sounds like coaches loved his potential. Maybe this is way off base, but it just doesn't add up to me. There's gotta be something bigger here than just wanted to add depth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JPicc2114 Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 Why would they trade lynch?? He is 22 years old and good already. Jackson is like 28 and is almost at that magic # for running backs.. 30 I think they would be shopping Jackson not lynch, and its best to do it now as jackson's value is pretty high Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2020 Our Year For Sure Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 I don't think we're trading him for a reciever, considering that we've had visits with three recievers. That part of the theory doesn't make much sense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bills_fan Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 Sign Jones and Jackson; deal Lynch for Boldin? I like it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H2o Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 Offseason in the NFL = Sports Writers saying anything to drum up some interest in their columns. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erik Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 So all these backs keep on coming here. Why? I don't get it. I don't think the Bills would ever cut Omon, so wouldn't Lynch or Jackson have to go?? I ran across this story this morning - http://buf.scout.com/2/844350.html I really think the Bills are at least exploring this possibility of trading Beast Mode. You realize how massively gigantic the downgrade is from Lynch to Foster or Jones right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fan in Chicago Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 You realize how massively gigantic the downgrade is from Lynch to Foster or Jones right? That is not the point. I think if Lynch is let go, Jackson would start. The equation to think about is Lynch+Lynch's off-field troubles+Jackson > Jackson+Foster/Jones ??? The author does make some valid points. We are presumably set at RB so there is little reason to bring in these second-tier running backs unless Lynch or Jackson are not in the Bills' plans for 2009. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R. Rich Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 if they trade lynch for anything less than a pro bowl quarterback, i will never watch the bills again Yeah. We're just one Pro Bowl QB away from a title... I don't know if this is anywhere near a reality, but if they trade him for pass rush help (OLB or DE), that would @ least be an attempt to fix one of the team's biggest problem areas for years. Then again, they'd probably trade Marshawn for a backup DE and an OLB coming off career threatening surgery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scribo Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 If the Bills could get good value for Jackson, I'd say go for it. But it takes two (at least) to trade. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsVet Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 The offseason has been spent undoing much of what Levy/Jauron did in 06-07. Dockery, Royal, and Fowler are out the door. If Lynch is gone, it fits a convenient message that seems to be out there. And it is simply that they feel is necessary to cut out the weeds and grow newer, less controversial players. They may think Jackson is good enough to be a starter, and he's an intriguing option. Jackson's wear and tear isn't nearly as significant as most 28 year old backs. He played Arena ball, in NFL Europe, and other leagues. It's not as though he's got 300+ carries on those legs for the past 6 seasons. All of the backs brought to Buffalo are experienced in sharing carries. That's very noteworthy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R. Rich Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 But it takes two (at least) to trade. No it doesn't. Haven't you ever read any of the pre-draft posts here? Any team can make a trade any time they want, just like in Madden. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erik Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 That is not the point. I think if Lynch is let go, Jackson would start. The equation to think about is Lynch+Lynch's off-field troubles+Jackson > Jackson+Foster/Jones ??? The author does make some valid points. We are presumably set at RB so there is little reason to bring in these second-tier running backs unless Lynch or Jackson are not in the Bills' plans for 2009. I'd say Lynch+Lynch's legal troubles+Jackson still >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>Jackson+Foster/Jones Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lori Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 Yeah. We're just one Pro Bowl QB away from a title... I don't know if this is anywhere near a reality, but if they trade him for pass rush help (OLB or DE), that would @ least be an attempt to fix one of the team's biggest problem areas for years. Then again, they'd probably trade Marshawn for a backup DE and an OLB coming off career threatening surgery. Sad, but oh so true. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan74 Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 Good point Kevin Jones is back today so maybe something is up. I could see a packsge for a QB, WR, or key defensive player. Lynch in a move for Boldin could make some sense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonidas Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 Whoa whoa whoa, slow down here. 1) Why can't Omon be cut, or at least relegated to the practice squad? 2) Do NOT trade Lynch for anything less than a Julius Peppers. 3) 28 year-old Fred Jackson and oft-injured Kevin Jones to replace Marshawn? Seriously? No thanks. 4) Nobody wants to trade for a 28 year-old RB, I promise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfreak Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 Not sure why they wouldn't cut Omon? I think they are talking about moving a regular season game to Mexico each year for a few extra dollars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfreak Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 Why would they trade lynch?? He is 22 years old and good already. Jackson is like 28 and is almost at that magic # for running backs.. 30 I think they would be shopping Jackson not lynch, and its best to do it now as jackson's value is pretty high Considering his age and little NFL experience, I don't think Jackson would bring in very much in a trade. His biggest value is probably as a backup just as he is here. I don't think he could really take the beating of an every down back, but he is an excellent change of pace behind a good NFL back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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