tom webster Posted January 13, 2015 Report Share Posted January 13, 2015 One of the main reasons I'm not worried about the defense: Mario Williams. I believe he could play 4-3 DE or DT or 3-4 DE, OLB AND take a few snaps as a bull-rushing NT in the 3-4. In the 3-4 we will likely need to add another DE. Marcell at one, Kyle in the middle and xxx at the other DE. Williams and Hughes rushing with Brown and Kiko in the middle. I'm sure Rex has a relationship with somebody that he could bring in to play the other DE spot. Oh no. This defense could be historically bad. Sorry, couldn't resist Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoss Posted January 13, 2015 Report Share Posted January 13, 2015 (edited) Oh no. This defense could be historically bad. Sorry, couldn't resist That's 9/10 uses. You've got one more. Choose wisely. Edited January 13, 2015 by Tank Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Amerk Posted January 13, 2015 Report Share Posted January 13, 2015 https://twitter.com/mortreport/status/553956510016237568 Oh.....you don't say?......... http://forums.sabrespace.com/topic/22447-buffalo-bills-2014/page__st__5000?do=findComment&comment=639026 My b. I don't read every post. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JujuFish Posted January 13, 2015 Report Share Posted January 13, 2015 Pettine to Schwartz to Rex. Well, I guess if you're going to change the defensive playcaller every year, that's a pretty solid procession. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost of Dwight Drane Posted January 13, 2015 Report Share Posted January 13, 2015 My b. I don't read every post. I had to carry that over from the locked thread. I just found it very plausible that Marrone talked to his best buddy, who Pegula rolled over for and "donated" an extra couple million to keep him at Penn St., only for him to bolt the next year anyway. I'm sure O'Brien told Douggie that if he was really wanted, Pegula would roll over for him. If he balked, he was probably fired in a few weeks anyway, so why not get $4 million and come work with your Brah for an extra million or two if worst comes to worst. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoss Posted January 14, 2015 Report Share Posted January 14, 2015 So Rex Ryan was at the game tonight wearing Sabres gear. A few notables of who was with him: Tony Sparano Jr. who was an offensive assistant in NY. Bobby April III who was the Jets LB coach last year (Pepper Johnson gone for sure, then?) And possibly Tim McDonald who was Rex's defensive backs coach. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildCard Posted January 14, 2015 Report Share Posted January 14, 2015 Todd Bowles goes to HC the NYJ per Schefter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoss Posted January 14, 2015 Report Share Posted January 14, 2015 (edited) Todd Bowles goes to HC the NYJ per Schefter. And Chan Gailey will reportedly be his OC. Edited January 14, 2015 by Tank Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildCard Posted January 14, 2015 Report Share Posted January 14, 2015 And Chan Gailey will reportedly be his OC. :w00t: :lol: That's hilarious! I rememer Ryan shutting down Gailey time and time again when we played them. Shwartz should go to Arizona, or maybe even Denver if Del-Rio leaves Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoss Posted January 14, 2015 Report Share Posted January 14, 2015 :w00t: :lol: That's hilarious! I rememer Ryan shutting down Gailey time and time again when we played them. Shwartz should go to Arizona, or maybe even Denver if Del-Rio leaves I'm really hoping Schwartz gets one of those two jobs. Washington looks like it's wrapped up (down to two candidates), the Steelers filled their spot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildCard Posted January 14, 2015 Report Share Posted January 14, 2015 I liked Schwartz a lot. He may not be a great HC, but he's a good guy and a solid DC. Meanwhile, so much for Doug Marrone's power move in Buffalo. Where does he have left to crawl to now? Atlanta? Chicago? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoss Posted January 14, 2015 Report Share Posted January 14, 2015 Atlanta, Denver, Chicago, Oakland, Chicago, Arizona and the Giants all have openings. And, dare I say it, the Jets do too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildCard Posted January 14, 2015 Report Share Posted January 14, 2015 DeMarco Murray gets offered 4X4 by Dallas; Jones says they'll use the Franchise Tag on Bryant if necessary rather than Murray. Smart on Jones. I thought he'd be an idiot with contracts like he has in the past and thrown insane money at Murray. Maybe he actually realizes the value of a RB in the NFL, plus that it's his line that does all the work. Atlanta, Denver, Chicago, Oakland, Chicago, Arizona and the Giants all have openings. And, dare I say it, the Jets do too. The Jets? For what vacancy? Atlanta and Denver aren't hiring him, at least IMO. Giving vet QB's lole Ryan and Manning, if he stays, an inexperienced HC, and a control freak at that, in Marrone won't sit well with their players. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildCard Posted January 14, 2015 Report Share Posted January 14, 2015 Kelly and Ryan having a few brews after the tour of the stadium Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoss Posted January 14, 2015 Report Share Posted January 14, 2015 (edited) The Jets? For what vacancy? Atlanta and Denver aren't hiring him, at least IMO. Giving vet QB's lole Ryan and Manning, if he stays, an inexperienced HC, and a control freak at that, in Marrone won't sit well with their players. I'm talking about Schwartz. I somehow skipped over the part where you switched from Schwartz to Marrone. Edited January 14, 2015 by Tank Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JujuFish Posted January 14, 2015 Report Share Posted January 14, 2015 I liked Schwartz a lot. He may not be a great HC, but he's a good guy and a solid DC. He asked the defense to hoist him on their shoulders if they beat Detroit. Seems pretty douchey to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoss Posted January 14, 2015 Report Share Posted January 14, 2015 He asked the defense to hoist him on their shoulders if they beat Detroit. Seems pretty douchey to me. Here we go with the "I hated that guy anyways" crowd... Schwartz was ###### awesome. I wish him nothing but the best. One of the best defensive coaches in the league. Every defense he touches turn to gold. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JujuFish Posted January 14, 2015 Report Share Posted January 14, 2015 Here we go with the "I hated that guy anyways" crowd... Schwartz was ###### awesome. I wish him nothing but the best. One of the best defensive coaches in the league. Every defense he touches turn to gold. Did you see me criticize his coaching abilities in any way? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildCard Posted January 14, 2015 Report Share Posted January 14, 2015 He asked the defense to hoist him on their shoulders if they beat Detroit. Seems pretty douchey to me. Eh that's whatever to me. I didn't see it as a big deal when it happened, and I still don't. Douchey coaches to me are Mike Tomlin for his handshakes and the sideline trip, and Marrone because he quit on his players and his fans after 2 years because he didn't get his way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoss Posted January 14, 2015 Report Share Posted January 14, 2015 (edited) Darnell Dockett just keeps saying "bullsh¡t" with sad emojis on Twitter. Wouldn't be shocked if he joined Bowles in New York. Cromartie reunion in New York with Bowles or Buffalo with Rex? Hmm... Edited January 14, 2015 by Tank Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eleven Posted January 14, 2015 Report Share Posted January 14, 2015 Ok, now I've gathered my thoughts. Like everything, this hire comes with pros and cons, and I think the cons balance the pros. Pros: (1) Instant credibility for a franchise that has been lacking it forever. (2) Players want to play for him; free agent possibilities are expanded. (3) Swagger. (4) Knows the division. Cons: (1) No Schwartz means D is learning its 4th scheme in 4 years, and Schwartz's scheme was the best of them all. (2) Forcing a power running game when the Bills don't--and won't--have the personnel for that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dEnnis the Menace Posted January 14, 2015 Report Share Posted January 14, 2015 Ok, now I've gathered my thoughts. Like everything, this hire comes with pros and cons, and I think the cons balance the pros. Pros: (1) Instant credibility for a franchise that has been lacking it forever. (2) Players want to play for him; free agent possibilities are expanded. (3) Swagger. (4) Knows the division. Cons: (1) No Schwartz means D is learning its 4th scheme in 4 years, and Schwartz's scheme was the best of them all. (2) Forcing a power running game when the Bills don't--and won't--have the personnel for that. Just to point out, the D scheme is going to be almost identical to that of the one Pettine ran, and most of the players here now were here for that. In regards to the personnel, that's a tougher one to fix. Going to need HUGE FA spending spree and a GREAT draft. That's a lot to bank on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nfreeman Posted January 14, 2015 Report Share Posted January 14, 2015 So Rex Ryan was at the game tonight wearing Sabres gear. A few notables of who was with him: Tony Sparano Jr. who was an offensive assistant in NY. Bobby April III who was the Jets LB coach last year (Pepper Johnson gone for sure, then?) And possibly Tim McDonald who was Rex's defensive backs coach. Outstanding. Kelly and Ryan having a few brews after the tour of the stadium http://instagram.com/p/x0M2ByLI_K/ Also outstanding. Ok, now I've gathered my thoughts. Like everything, this hire comes with pros and cons, and I think the cons balance the pros. Pros: (1) Instant credibility for a franchise that has been lacking it forever. (2) Players want to play for him; free agent possibilities are expanded. (3) Swagger. (4) Knows the division. Cons: (1) No Schwartz means D is learning its 4th scheme in 4 years, and Schwartz's scheme was the best of them all. (2) Forcing a power running game when the Bills don't--and won't--have the personnel for that. Good call, but I'd like to hear what Rex and Roman have to say before I get too concerned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoss Posted January 14, 2015 Report Share Posted January 14, 2015 Ok, now I've gathered my thoughts. Like everything, this hire comes with pros and cons, and I think the cons balance the pros. Pros: (1) Instant credibility for a franchise that has been lacking it forever. (2) Players want to play for him; free agent possibilities are expanded. (3) Swagger. (4) Knows the division. Cons: (1) No Schwartz means D is learning its 4th scheme in 4 years, and Schwartz's scheme was the best of them all. (2) Forcing a power running game when the Bills don't--and won't--have the personnel for that. To your point on the power running game: it'll be easier to get the personnel for that this offseason than it will be to get the personnel for a high-flying passing game. Cheaper and more realistic way to go until a quarterback is found. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lanny Posted January 14, 2015 Report Share Posted January 14, 2015 (edited) Cons: (1) No Schwartz means D is learning its 4th scheme in 4 years, and Schwartz's scheme was the best of them all. I don't believe the learning curve will be that steep since they played in the same defense under Pettine just last year. Edited January 14, 2015 by Lanny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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