Mahdi
10-05-2016, 10:33 AM
Just to re-cap what the Bills did in FA and the draft this year....
After Rex claiming we won the off-season only for Dareus, Karlos and the issues with the Lawsons to occur (all out of the FO control) we can actually evaluate how the Bills other off-season moves worked out.
Draft -
Lawson - Unknown
Ragland - Unknown (although reported to look like the real deal in camp)
Adolphus Washington - Has been a solid starter on the DL as a rookie playing well against the run
Cardale Jones - Looks like he has potential - Showed poise as a pocket passer in pre-season
Jonathan Williams - Potential as a downhill RB, looked like a good player in pre-season
Kolby Listenbee - Unknown
Kevon Seymour - Earned the backup outside corner position and looks to be a diamond in the rough
FA:
Zach Brown - Has showed why he was drafted high by the Titans in 2012. Its only 1/4 of the season but the sample size shows signs that he can be a star for the Bills -
Mayock's take: "There's good news and bad news with this pick. This is one of the most gifted athletes in this draft. He's the fastest linebacker, he flies all over. That's the good news. The bad news is that he's somewhat allergic to contact. He's a great Will linebacker to rush the passer, but he struggles at the point of attack."
Lorenzo Alexander - Rex was very complimentary of Alexander in camp saying he hasn't missed a single assignment. I was skeptical of him as a starter at OLB but he's been amazing there against the run and the pass.
Greg Salas - Seems like a clever vet receiver that can contribute but hasn't been on the field enough to evaluate this pick.
Leger Douzable - Has been an excellent addition on the DL rotation. Subtly making plays and providing a steady presence.
Jerel Worthy - I like his ability as a penetrator - If given more opportunity I think he can deliver more plays
Brandon Spikes - We knew he would bring enthusiasm to the defense and he has made some contributions at OLB.
Corey White - Has provided some steady play when needed in the absence of Darby.
Brandon Tate - Has been a good returner on both kick and punt return
Also brought in for smaller roles: Lerentee McCray, Ramon Humber, Colt Anderson, Robert Blanton, Jerome Felton,
Maybe winning the off-season is not the point but the Bills definitely added solid pieces who fit the system well and have taken their game to another level.
After Rex claiming we won the off-season only for Dareus, Karlos and the issues with the Lawsons to occur (all out of the FO control) we can actually evaluate how the Bills other off-season moves worked out.
Draft -
Lawson - Unknown
Ragland - Unknown (although reported to look like the real deal in camp)
Adolphus Washington - Has been a solid starter on the DL as a rookie playing well against the run
Cardale Jones - Looks like he has potential - Showed poise as a pocket passer in pre-season
Jonathan Williams - Potential as a downhill RB, looked like a good player in pre-season
Kolby Listenbee - Unknown
Kevon Seymour - Earned the backup outside corner position and looks to be a diamond in the rough
FA:
Zach Brown - Has showed why he was drafted high by the Titans in 2012. Its only 1/4 of the season but the sample size shows signs that he can be a star for the Bills -
Mayock's take: "There's good news and bad news with this pick. This is one of the most gifted athletes in this draft. He's the fastest linebacker, he flies all over. That's the good news. The bad news is that he's somewhat allergic to contact. He's a great Will linebacker to rush the passer, but he struggles at the point of attack."
Lorenzo Alexander - Rex was very complimentary of Alexander in camp saying he hasn't missed a single assignment. I was skeptical of him as a starter at OLB but he's been amazing there against the run and the pass.
Greg Salas - Seems like a clever vet receiver that can contribute but hasn't been on the field enough to evaluate this pick.
Leger Douzable - Has been an excellent addition on the DL rotation. Subtly making plays and providing a steady presence.
Jerel Worthy - I like his ability as a penetrator - If given more opportunity I think he can deliver more plays
Brandon Spikes - We knew he would bring enthusiasm to the defense and he has made some contributions at OLB.
Corey White - Has provided some steady play when needed in the absence of Darby.
Brandon Tate - Has been a good returner on both kick and punt return
Also brought in for smaller roles: Lerentee McCray, Ramon Humber, Colt Anderson, Robert Blanton, Jerome Felton,
Maybe winning the off-season is not the point but the Bills definitely added solid pieces who fit the system well and have taken their game to another level.