Reasons to love the Ryan signing

[X-Era]

Here's a list of various thoughts:



Has beaten Brady more than the Bills have ever
Pats average 120 yards less on offense against Ryan
The most experienced HC candidate with our division
4 and 2 playoff record
2 trips to the AFC championship
Brings a fiery attitude to the team
Paired with Schwartz may push the D to best in the league
Instantly makes us much much more attractive to FA's
If he brings Roman would bring a zone blocking scheme which would be ideal for Spiller
Jets UFA's that may now be in play- Landry, Harris, Colon, Kyle Wilson
SF UFA's that may be in play- Crabtree, Iupati, Perrish Cox
SF players who may be in play via trade/release- Vernon Davis, Kap
Other players we may go after- Revis, Sanchez (eww)
Players who may stay now- Spikes, I could see Hughes since Schwartz is still here
Brings media attention which could easily give us primetime games
Rex will insist on having tough players... Guys that are injury prone may be on their way out... Gilmore comes to mind.
With his previous experience, he can push this team into the playoffs year 1. Any other candidate likely would need a rebuild.
Signing anyone else likely means Schwartz is gone


Any other facts? thoughts?

[Night Train]

Like Bart Scott said recently, players will run through a wall for him because he always has their back.

[HHURRICANE]

I'd rather have him than any first timer coordinator.

I love the hire personally and it makes us relevant and most likely will get us a prime time game or two.

[coastal]

Great hire

[Mike]

Best Hire of past 15 years.
Give this man a QB and he might just win you a SB.

[SpikedLemonade]

...After spending the majority of his youth in Canada, Ryan returned to the United States as a teenager where he attended college at Southwestern Oklahoma State University (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Southwestern_Oklahoma_State_University).....

....Rex Ryan, and his fraternal twin, Rob, were born in Ardmore, Oklahoma (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ardmore,_Oklahoma), on December 13, 1962, to Doris and Buddy Ryan.[5] (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rex_Ryan#cite_note-Early_years-5)[6] (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rex_Ryan#cite_note-6) When the boys were aged two, their parents amicably divorced.[7] (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rex_Ryan#cite_note-Unbreakable-7) Following the divorce, their mother attended the University of Chicago (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Chicago) to earn her doctorate. Rex, Rob and their older brother Jim moved with her to Toronto (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toronto), Ontario (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ontario), Canada (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canada), where she secured an administrative position at theUniversity of Toronto (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Toronto).[3] (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rex_Ryan#cite_note-Bringing_It_Big-3) During the course of his upbringing, Rex wanted to follow in the footsteps of his father, a defensive pioneer in the NFL known for developing the 46 defense (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/46_defense), and by age six Rex and Rob knew they wanted to pursue coaching careers.[8] (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rex_Ryan#cite_note-8)In Canada, there was little emphasis on football, much to the disappointment of Rex.[9] (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rex_Ryan#cite_note-From_Toronto_to_the_U.S.-9)

By the time Rex was a teenager, Doris realized he and his brothers were too much to handle for a single mother trying to advance her career.[7] (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rex_Ryan#cite_note-Unbreakable-7) She decided it was in the best interest of the brothers to send them to live with their father, who was the defensive line (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Defensive_line) coach for the Minnesota Vikings (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Minnesota_Vikings) at the time. The reasons behind this were two-fold; to keep them out of trouble and to help them expand their knowledge of the game of football where it was more prevalent.....

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rex_Ryan


​Enough of a jolt to the heart of some here?

[THRILLHO]

I like that we are the first team to hire a coach. It looks like we got our pick of the litter.
I like that he accepted our offer instead of declining, if only so we don't look like the Browns last year.
I like the idea of Roman coming here.
I like that they have 5 conference championships between them.

[better days]

...After spending the majority of his youth in Canada, Ryan returned to the United States as a teenager where he attended college at Southwestern Oklahoma State University (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Southwestern_Oklahoma_State_University).....

....Rex Ryan, and his fraternal twin, Rob, were born in Ardmore, Oklahoma (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ardmore,_Oklahoma), on December 13, 1962, to Doris and Buddy Ryan.[5] (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rex_Ryan#cite_note-Early_years-5)[6] (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rex_Ryan#cite_note-6) When the boys were aged two, their parents amicably divorced.[7] (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rex_Ryan#cite_note-Unbreakable-7) Following the divorce, their mother attended the University of Chicago (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Chicago) to earn her doctorate. Rex, Rob and their older brother Jim moved with her to Toronto (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toronto), Ontario (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ontario), Canada (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canada), where she secured an administrative position at theUniversity of Toronto (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Toronto).[3] (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rex_Ryan#cite_note-Bringing_It_Big-3) During the course of his upbringing, Rex wanted to follow in the footsteps of his father, a defensive pioneer in the NFL known for developing the 46 defense (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/46_defense), and by age six Rex and Rob knew they wanted to pursue coaching careers.[8] (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rex_Ryan#cite_note-8)In Canada, there was little emphasis on football, much to the disappointment of Rex.[9] (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rex_Ryan#cite_note-From_Toronto_to_the_U.S.-9)

By the time Rex was a teenager, Doris realized he and his brothers were too much to handle for a single mother trying to advance her career.[7] (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rex_Ryan#cite_note-Unbreakable-7) She decided it was in the best interest of the brothers to send them to live with their father, who was the defensive line (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Defensive_line) coach for the Minnesota Vikings (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Minnesota_Vikings) at the time. The reasons behind this were two-fold; to keep them out of trouble and to help them expand their knowledge of the game of football where it was more prevalent.....

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rex_Ryan


​Enough of a jolt to the heart of some here?

So now we know where & why Rex developed his foot fetish...........Toronto.

[YardRat]

Since this is a positive thread I won't piss on the ones I don't agree with or are inaccurate, so...

Playoff experience, attitude, keeping Schwartz, ability to attract free agents, bringing in Roman, the possibility of Iupati, Colon, Spikes staying are all positives.

The biggest positive IMO, as THRILLHO already mentioned, is Pegs and Whaley had a definite plan and idea of what type of coach they were looking for (no college candidates), they went through their process, and when they identified who they thought was the best fit they were aggressive in bringing him on board. They deserve a lot of credit for that.

[better days]

I was just on the Jets fan board.

99% of that board is PISSED Rex is going to the Bills.

They all wanted him to go to the NFC, Atlanta or Chicago.

[YardRat]

Also, it wasn't Shanahan, so Brandon's influence on the football side isn't worth a **** anymore.

[Mace]

-he's the spirit of Christmas present
-media attention o'rama
-takes longer to notice failure because you're riveted on the spectacle of a circus train crashing through a stripper convention held in a whipped cream factory.
-attacking defense
-offensive offense
-will be fun to watch him effortlessly make Sully look silly

[YardRat]

-will be fun to watch him effortlessly make Sully look silly

Oh, that's a really good one. If he can put that stupid **** in his place, it would be gold.

[kingJofNYC]

I don't know if Rex will turn this ship around, but you guys will like him, hard not to. And his D is unique and awesome. This dude turned Justin Bannan into a rotational player for the Ravens, and effective one, he coaches them up like no one else on DL, he's coach the position. Just look at Jets DT Harrison, came out of nowhere and now he's a stud on the interior.

[Fixxxer]

Only good Jets free agent is Harris and we don't need LBs, Ryan is probably salivating with the young three he has right now.

I hope Roman can convince Iupati to come with him. (and a couple of millions thrown his way of course)

[X-Era]

If we can get a spread type, zone blocking offensive scheme going I'd love it. Sammy would be nasty in a system like that. As would Spiller.

[X-Era]

16. Rex will insist on having tough players... Guys that are injury prone may be on their way out... Gilmore comes to mind.

[EDS]

I am going to laugh my a$$ off when they sign Sanchez.

[BillsImpossible]

Bills vs. Patriots on Sunday Night Football home game.

Bills vs. Jets on Sunday Night Football away game.

Bills vs. Miami on Monday Night Football home game.

[wmoz11]

16. Rex will insist on having tough players... Guys that are injury prone may be on their way out... Gilmore comes to mind.

You lost me here. Singling out Gilmore of all people is odd. I could see McKelvin maybe but given the **** CBs Rex has had lately I'm sure he's happy to have access to ours.

Not to mention that Marrone reportedly held grudges against oft-injured players like Goodwin. He was not forgiving in manner as your post implies.

[DesertFox24]

16. Rex will insist on having tough players... Guys that are injury prone may be on their way out... Gilmore comes to mind.

Gilmore is the type of corner he craved for after Revis and cromartie left. Gilmore will become a top corner for sure under Ryan.

[pmoon6]

-he's the spirit of Christmas present
-media attention o'rama
-takes longer to notice failure because you're riveted on the spectacle of a circus train crashing through a stripper convention held in a whipped cream factory.
-attacking defense
-offensive offense
-will be fun to watch him effortlessly make Sully look sillyOne correction. Jerry Sullivan doesn't need help to look silly and stupid.

[djjimkelly]

he and sammy watkins already have a nice relationship this is a great hire and the playoffs are coming to buffalo soon !

[pmoon6]

This is all so nice.

I'm taking bets on how long it takes for Bills' Fans to turn on Ryan. I give it a year if he doesn't make the playoffs.

[justasportsfan]

16. Rex will insist on having tough players... Guys that are injury prone may be on their way out... Gilmore comes to mind.

Ha! That's funny

[Dr. Who]

This is all so nice.

I'm taking bets on how long it takes for Bills' Fans to turn on Ryan. I give it a year if he doesn't make the playoffs.

Yes, probably, but let's have fun when we can.

[X-Era]

Gilmore is the type of corner he craved for after Revis and cromartie left. Gilmore will become a top corner for sure under Ryan.
I hope so. He's injured too often.

[baalworship]

Gilmore really turned the corner this year. What I am wondering is who will call plays? If Schwartz stays will he run similar to last year with a bit more blitzing? There is no way Rex will be the head coach and let Phillip Rivers pick us apart like last year. Gilmore would be a beast if he only has to cover for a few seconds as blitz is coming.

[pmoon6]

I hope so. He's injured too often.Interesting that people complain about injuries. Injuries happen, especially if you are going full bore, making hits, giving 100%. Luck is also a factor. I thought Gilmore played outstanding this year. He's not a Revis or a Peterson, but I'll take him.

[X-Era]

Interesting that people complain about injuries. Injuries happen, especially if you are going full bore, making hits, giving 100%. Luck is also a factor. I thought Gilmore played outstanding this year. He's not a Revis or a Peterson, but I'll take him.
You're reading into my statement. I think he's great. I'm happy with Gilmore. I just want him to stay healthy because I really don't like Brooks.

[YardRat]

Brooks won't be on next year's roster, even if there are a rash of injuries at corner.

[X-Era]

Brooks won't be on next year's roster, even if there are a rash of injuries at corner.Man I hope so.

[pmoon6]

You're reading into my statement. I think he's great. I'm happy with Gilmore. I just want him to stay healthy because I really don't like Brooks.Got ya. I absolutely loved the hit he put on Emmanuel Sanders. Of course, if you hit an offensive player too hard you will draw a flag in todays' NFL.

[djjimkelly]

So now we know where & why Rex developed his foot fetish...........Toronto.

im gonna give an out there perspective but from my days of man whoring i did notice one interesting trend lol

pretty hands + pretty feet = pretty lady private parts.

for all you younger bills fans trust me this is true for the most part lol!!!!!

i have no fetish but trust me this is like a 95% rule ive seen a couple hundred of them in my lifetime :) lol

maybe rexy noticed this trend also lol

[X-Era]

Got ya. I absolutely loved the hit he put on Emmanuel Sanders. Of course, if you hit an offensive player too hard you will draw a flag in todays' NFL.The pass defense rules are ridiculous now.

[SpikedLemonade]

im gonna give an out there perspective but from my days of man whoring i did notice one interesting trend lol

pretty hands + pretty feet = pretty lady private parts.

for all you younger bills fans trust me this is true for the most part lol!!!!!

i have no fetish but trust me this is like a 95% rule ive seen a couple hundred of them in my lifetime :) lol

maybe rexy noticed this trend also lol

My extensive research confirms that.

Conversely, big ugly feet and large hands means you are dealing with a scary canyon.

[YardRat]

I have zero issues with the foot thingie.

[pmoon6]

My extensive research confirms that.Must....resist...temptation.

[Zero]

Best hire since....forever.

1) Isn't content with just getting an opportunity to coach in the NFL- this guy has a singular purpose which is to win rings!
2) Knows the AFC as good as anyone, having had success against our biggest obstacle toward gaining entry into the playoffs- Brady and Belichick and on the biggest of stages..
3) Brings us instant credibility with the players and teams throughout the NFL which is a huge component of this signing. Players will WANT to come here to play for Rex, not just to collect a paycheck. When was the last time we had that?

..and at a reasonable price? How can you not love this move?

[Downinfloflo]

Going to be strange watching a Buffalo Bills team have some emotion.

This is a good day.

[BillsImpossible]

Reasons to love the hire...

1. The Bills are back on the NFL map in a big way. $27 million worth of advertising expenses paid for in 1 week.

2. Rex Ryan is the only coach that can kick Tom Brady and the Patriots off of the AFC East Mountain.

3. Free agents that never would have given Buffalo a thought will now give Buffalo a chance.

4. Ryan wants to keep Schwartz.

5. Season ticket sales will explode.

6. Biggest coaching hire in Buffalo Bills history.

7. Is there any other coach who knows more about how to beat Belichick?

[swiper]

I hate Ryan. You will too before it's all over.

[swiper]

I will never love this. But it would hurt less if one or both of these guys ended up in Buffalo: Muhammad Wilkerson/Sheldon Richardson.

[HHURRICANE]

Love Rex as our HC!!!

[better days]

16. Rex will insist on having tough players... Guys that are injury prone may be on their way out... Gilmore comes to mind.

Revis has been injured as well & I bet Rex would take him in a heartbeat.

[WagonCircler]

Rex will insist on having tough players... Guys that are injury prone may be on their way out... Gilmore comes to mind.

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[swiper]

Emmanuel Sanders disagrees with you.

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[Historian]

I think it's a good hire, not a great one. Like Hurricaine, I'm really happy they went with an established coach over some coordinator.

I like his enthusiasm for the game, and like Wade Phillips, he can always call his father for advice.

The only thing that makes me wonder, is that we actually fared pretty well against him when we stunk and his team was good.

Should be an interesting offseason.

[Night Train]

We didn't hire Lombardi but we didn't hire Marrone 2.0 either. The Ralph days of meddling, cheap hires and coaches not wishing to come here are officially over.

I'm giving him a chance. I don't care that he doesn't know O. Marv didn't either but he hired Marchibroda. He knows D and has ready Asst. coaches wishing to work for him. A 5 year deal screams stability. That will also attract FA's.

Would be lucky to get Roman to run the O, meaning a ground and pound O with some shots downfield. He let's his coaches coach and trusts them. Motivated players are happy players and he has a gift for this.

I bet we upgrade the OL, find more RB's, aquire another 1-2 QB's to battle it out with Manuel in camp...and we're off and running.


On to the college all-star games with our coach and his asst. coaches eyeing what the team needs and an owner/gm willing to please him.

[X-Era]

From Brad Riter:

Coaches who have won SB in 2nd stint as HC:
Ewbank
Shula
Shanahan
Vermeil
Belichick
Gruden
Dungy
Coughlin

[ICRockets]

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You get that it's discounted because that isn't Gilmore's number anymore, right?

[Historian]

From Brad Riter:

Coaches who have won SB in 2nd stint as HC:
Ewbank
Shula
Shanahan
Vermeil
Belichick
Gruden
Dungy
Coughlin

Could probably add Pansy Pete, although it is his third time up at bat I believe.

Hell, if HE can win a SP, anybody can!