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    Post Another Look At Buffalo's Positional Needs - Update

    So I have put some more time into reviewing prospects, and we have had more time to see what the major needs are. These are just a few updates on my previous writeup, but I have also added some prospects to positions that got less attention. This is still a work in progress, but I hope you enjoy my view.

    OG: 6

    Cyril Richardson - OG/OT - Baylor - 6'5'' 335 Lbs - Sr.(R) - Dominant player that helped RGIII/Ganaway (2011) Martin (2011-2013) Seastrunk (2012-2013) and Linwood (2013) be some of the biggest offensive threats in college football. Richardson might be the top guard in this draft class, and could possibly fill a gaping hole on Buffalo's line at LG. He looks exceptionally athletic for his size, and has experience at OG and OT. Does well against good competition, playing with a violent style and steady effort. (1st Round)

    Gabe Jackson - OG - Mississippi State - 6'4'' 335 Lbs - Sr.(R) -
    Athletic guard and 4 year starter. Jackson has dominated some of the SEC's best and keeps just about everyone in check. What he lacks can be coached into him, but he doesn't appear to lack much. Like Richardson, could be an instant fix for the biggest hole on the OL, and has had an impact on the success of those around him. Ideal size and experience, also in the conversation for best OG in the class. (1st-2nd Round)

    La'el Collins - OG/OT - LSU - 6'5'' 321 Lbs - Jr. - Collins has played both LG and LT for the Tigers with a lot of experience in the SEC, and he might have the ability to play both positions in the NFL. Extremely young at just 20 years old, his ceiling looks to be very high, and he has been able to steadily improve his game over time. Might take more development because he is so young, but also has the potential to be good from the start, especially with the supporting lineman he would be surrounded by. Could go early if he declares, probably a better fit at OG. (2nd-3rd Round)

    David Yankey - OG/OT - Stanford - 6'5'' 311 Lbs - Sr. -
    Experienced at both OG and OT on the left and right side. Balanced OL with an athletic build. Key contributor to Stanford's success over the past few seasons. All-American that could address LG and provide another option if Glenn or Pears go down. (1st-3rd Round)

    Tre Jackson - OG - Florida State - 6'4'' 330 Lbs - Jr. - Athletic OG considering his size. Jackson has helped Manuel in 2012 and Winston in 2013 achieve quite a bit of success on offense against pretty good competition. Could stay in school, but declaring could land him in the early-mid rounds. (2nd-4th Round)

    Brandon Thomas - OG - Clemson - 6'3'' 305 Lbs - Sr.(R) - Thomas has helped Clemson's offense be very successful over the past few seasons. He could add some bulk, but has played well overall for the Tigers, and has experience at guard and tackle. (5th-6th Round)

    - LG appears to be the biggest hole on the offensive line. Glenn and Pears look to be solid bookends, and if Hairston can come back healthy next season and play like he has, OT doesn't appear to be a massive need. Wood looks like he wants to be a Bill for life, as he is signed until 2018. He has played very well, and seems to always be getting better. Urbik also committed to the team long-term signing until 2017, and has proven to be one of Buffalo's best acquisitions outside the draft in recent memory. This class has a good amount of OG prospects with OT experience. Buffalo does need a solid OG/OC capable backup, but that can be addressed in the mid-late rounds.

    DE/OLB: 6

    Khalil Mack - OLB/ILB - Buffalo - 6'3'' 248 Lbs - Sr. -
    Mack is explosive, fast, and strong. In a D like Pettine's, Mack is the type of player that could be utilized as the biggest playmaking threat on the field. He has shown that he can come up big against top level competition, and higher quality coaching and support could put him in the position to be great at the next level. Watch his performance against Ohio State. He isn't a sack master, but has the versatility to become a threat in so many ways. Has the ability to play ILB (3-4), OLB (3-4 and 4-3), and DE(4-3). (1st-2nd Round)

    - Update 11/21 - Mack continues his reign of terror, having just tied the NCAA record for forced fumbles at 16 when he posted 3 against Ohio along with 3 sacks. He also secured a Senior Bowl invite, and shouldn't have any trouble lining up against the nation's best. (1st Round)

    Trent Murphy - DE/OLB - Stanford - 6'6'' 261 Lbs - Sr. - Murphy is a huge reason Stanford's D has been successful in recent years. Good ability as a run stuffer and pass rusher standing up or as a down lineman, Murphy shows good hand work, leverage, power, and instincts. Regularly drops into coverage, so his sack numbers could be even higher if he wasn't used as a utility player, which isn't necessarily a bad thing. Potential 1st rounder with a lot of success against top competition. (1st-2nd Round)

    - Update 11/21 - Murphy is a bad man. He imposes his will on the opponent weekly. Another player that Pettine's scheme could use in so many ways. 46 TFL over the last 3 seasons with a few games left.

    Chris Smith - DE/OLB - Arkansas - 6'3'' 251 Lbs - Sr. - 4-3 DE / 3-4 OLB that has experience with his hand in the dirt and standing up. Looks to have exceptional burst and surprising power. 2 year starter that saw a good amount of action as a freshman and sophomore. Athletic enough to fill that "utility" role in Pettine's looks. (2nd-4th Round)

    - Update 11/21 - Smith hasn't had the season people were hoping for, but he hasn't been dogging it either. His projection remains about the same, but has wiggle room either way depending on how he finishes.

    Scott Crichton - DE/OLB - Oregon State - 6'3'' 265 Lbs - Jr.(R) - Crichton had a solid sophomore season in 2012 but hasn't done much as a junior. He might benefit from waiting another season to enter the draft, but he could be a mid-round developmental pick that could be moved around in Pettine's varied front. (4th-5th Round)

    - Update 11/20 -
    Crichton has really kicked it up in recent weeks with 5 sacks in the last 4 games against very good competition. If he finishes the season strong he could have boosted his stock enough to make declaring worth it. He is also a TFL machine with 46 in the last 3 seasons, the same amount as Trent Murphy in that span. He could continue to rise. (3rd-4th Round)

    Demarcus Lawrence - DE/OLB - Boise State - 6'3'' 244 Lbs Jr.(R) -
    Very athletic player that has been able to get after the quarteback with 13.5 sacks since the start of the 2012 season. Another player that could be used as a utility-type player in Buffalo's varied front. Might return for his senior season. (5th-6th Round)

    - Update 11/21 - D. Law has been on a tear in the second half of the season. It wasn't all against great competition, but he has consistently shown his worth as a pass rusher. He has 20 sacks over the past two seasons with some football left to be played. Staying might make him a top pass rushing prospect in 2015, but if he declares he could go in the mid rounds. Some character concerns.

    Ben Gardner - DE/OLB - Stanford - 6'4'' 275 Lbs - Sr.(R) -
    Smart and physical player with experience standing up and in a 3 point stance. Sound in most areas technically. Might be athletic enough to play a utility role in a multi-front D, but would be best in a 4 man front. (4th-6th Round)

    - Update 11/20 - Gardner is done for the season, but still should get drafted. He had 4.5 sacks in the 8 games he played and 17.5 in his career.

    - So far, Buffalo's down lineman (M. Williams, K. Williams, Dareus, Lawson) have provided some of the biggest plays of the season. Also, Jerry Hughes is proving he was worth trading for, but the team doesn't have many hybrid types outside of that. Some of the players in this class may have the ability to play multiple roles in varied fronts, with a good amount of them having experience doing so. The defense obviously needs help, and I think LB is one of the weaker positions for the Bills.

    TE: 6

    Austin Seferian-Jenkins - TE - Washington - 6'6'' 276 - Jr. - 139 Rec - 1737 Yds - 19 TD Career - Possibly the best TE in this draft class, Seferian-Jenkins is an exceptional receiving TE with great size. He has some huge games against very good teams. Keith Price isn't a great QB, but S-J has made plays when given the chance. The Washington passing game hasn't been as successful this season and his numbers are down, though his blocking has improved quite a bit. Only 21 years old, he could just be scratching the surface. This pick making sense will depend on how he finishes the season, where Buffalo ends up in the draft, if he declares or not, if Buffalo chooses to move back like they did last season, and if they re-sign Chandler.

    - Update 11/21 - Washington's run game has taken total precedence on the offensive side of the ball. Bishop Sankey is one of the top RBs in all of college football, and the WR unit has stepped up massively. In my opinion, this is not due to S-J dropping off. If anything, he has become a more complete TE. He has proven himself to be a solid receiving option against good competition. As he has progressed and gained experience, he has figured out how to use his size and explosiveness as a blocker. If the FO is somehow able to move back (I think they might look to move back in the 1st like last season to stack talent in a good class) TE could be a possibility. At the same time, they could put the positional need on the backburner based on scheme tendencies. Again, this is highly situational at this point, but the top TEs in this draft class have "impact player" potential. S-J looks like he is capable of mastering the blocking and receiving aspect of the position. (1st-2nd Round)

    Jace Amaro - TE - Texas Tech - 6'5'' 260 Lbs - Jr. - 124 Rec - 1623 Yds - 12 TD Career - Reliable receiving TE with some highlight-reel catches under his belt. Has the size to become an effective blocker, though his obvious strength is catching the ball, as Tech regularly splits him out. Presents a physical mismatch to most opponents displaying the ability to stretch the field. Some people have him as a possible 1st rounder, but it is extremely rare for more than one TE to be a 1st round choice, though it isn't out of the question with this class. Amaro is absolutely on fire this season with 64 Rec - 861 Yds - 3 TD through 8 games. He has had less than 8 catches only once this season in the opener. (2nd-3rd Round)

    - Update 11/20 -
    Amaro has said he will be returning to Tech in 2014. He has been absolutely unstoppable racking up over 1,100 yds on the season. I don't think returning would really improve his stock as he already could go in the 1st.

    Eric Ebron - TE - North Carolina - 6'4'' - 245 Lbs - Jr. - 100 Rec - 1606 Yds - 8 TD Career - Doesn't have the ideal #1 TE size, but isn't far off, and some have him as a top 3 player at his position. Look around the league and see how just about every dominant TE has an imposing size/athleticism combo. If Ebron can attain the size the potential is there. Ebron is an exceptional athlete, makes highlight-reel catches, and is very hard to tackle. (1st-3rd Round)

    - Update 11/21 - Ebron continues to be an explosive pass catcher having his best season so far in terms of catches and yds. He shows willingness as a blocker, but obviously needs work in that area.

    C.J. Fiedorowicz - TE - Iowa - 6'7'' 265 Lbs - Sr. - Scott Chandler reincarnate? Virtually identical in size, he appears to have above average speed for his size. Also has a lot of blocking experience with solid ability in that department. He hasn't had a solid QB throwing him the ball yet, but has made some impressive catches in his career. Probably not a #1 TE, but might be worth developing. (3rd-4th Round)

    - Update 11/21 - The more I see of him the more his blocking stands out. At his size, he should be able to do that if nothing else, but he also has soft hands and good cuts in his routes. Makes catches in coverage regularly and has split out at times. He wasn't really asked to do much more than run underneath routes when not blocking. He is better overall than I thought. (2nd-4th Round)

    Arthur Lynch - TE - Georgia - 6'5'' 254 Lbs - Sr. (R) - Balanced TE with good size. Not that explosive, but shows the ability to make the tough catch and he knows how to use his size. Gives his all when run blocking, and also has lined up as an H-back. Lynch has had good games against some of the better teams on the schedule and has the frame to bulk up. I wouldn't expect him to become a major receiving threat, but he could become a utility-type player. (3rd-4th Round)

    - Update 11/21 - Lynch's best games receiving were against North Texas, LSU, and Auburn. He has continued to block well and has made some clutch catches.

    Marcel Jensen - TE - Fresno State - 6'6'' 270 Lbs - Sr.(R) - Balanced TE with the size to be a solid blocker. Shows some receiving ability with good athletic ablility for his size. Developmental TE . (5th-6th Round)

    - Update 11/21 - Jensen is having another solid season. His size and potential alone should get him drafted.

    - Hackett's scheme looks like it doesn't put the TE into consideration all that much as a receiving option, but Chandler's future as a Bill is uncertain, possibly making this position one of the top needs. I'm not saying they should jump the gun and take a TE in the 1st, but depending on where they end up in the 1st round or if they move back. Some might be players worth the pick if they end up picking later in the 1st, and this is only a mid-season opinion.

    CB: 5

    Kyle Fuller - CB - Virginia Tech - 6'0'' 189 Lbs - Sr. - Tough corner that has done just about everything for the Hokies. He can cover, blitz, help against the run, and play solid special teams. Very experienced against good competition. I'm still iffy on Buffalo going CB this early with Gilmore and McKelvin locked up long term, but Fuller could be a versatile addition to a shallow secondary. If they can't re-sign Byrd, Fuller would allow A. Williams to go back to FS full time and give the Bills a big boost to a somewhat weak spot in the D. (2nd-3rd Round)

    - Update 11/13 - Fuller has missed a few games with a groin injury, but before that he was the ACC's leader in pass deflections. Fuller has also lined up as an LB this season due to his solid run support. He still could be a solid option after the 1st, but I'm still not sure OBD wants to invest so much money into the CB spot.

    Justin Gilbert - CB - Oklahoma State - 6'0'' 200 Lbs - Sr. - Solid size and a 3 year starter, Gilbert has success and experience against some very good passing teams. Exceptional return man. He could be a player that kicks McKelvin inside in nickel situations or replaces him on special teams, allowing #21 to stay fresh as the #2 CB. Like Fuller, he could be the missing piece in Buffalo's CB unit. One more solid corner could give them depth and versatility with Gilmore on the rise, McKelvin developing into a solid player, and Robey appearing to be another UDFA steal. (2nd-4th Round).

    - Update 11/13 - Gilbert has pushed himself into the conversation of the best CB in this class. He has 23 PD 9 INT in his career so far, and has continued to show up against major passing attacks. It always comes down to on-field performance, but if Gilbert's size and production match up with his measurables, he could be one of the players that rises after the season. He still needs to refine his skills, but the ability is there. I'm bumping his round range to (1st-3rd).

    Bennett Jackson - CB - Notre Dame - 6'1'' 195 Lbs - Sr. - Solid size/athleticism combo that has shown he isn't afraid to come up hard in run support. Some experience at safety. Looks like he needs work like most mid-rounders. 2 year starter that saw a lot of reserve action in his first two years. (3rd-5th Round).

    - Update 11/13 - Jackson is hard to read. Probably needs a year or two to develop more, but the potential is there. In the mid rounds, a "potential" based pick isn't out of the ordinary. He isn't having the season he had in 2012, but he hasn't fallen apart like so many do. Dropping round range to (4th-6th Round).

    Jaylen Watkins - CB - Florida - 6'0'' 188 Lbs - Sr. -
    Watkins is a talented corner that happens to play behind two of the best DBs in college football (Purifoy and Roberson) similar to Ron Brooks' situation at LSU. Smooth athlete with a lot of experience. (4th-5th Round)

    - Update 11/13 - Watkins has continued to play well down the stretch. He hasn't racked up INTs, but he breaks up a lot of passes with 19 PD in his career as a nickel back. Size and speed combo looks to be ideal. Adding him could give Buffalo a very good top 4 at CB. Round range bumped up. (3rd-5th Round)

    Merrill Noel - CB - Wake Forest - 5'10'' 180 Lbs - Jr.(R) - Cover corner needing development that may stay in college. Noel had an exceptional freshman campaign with 19 PD and 2 INT. After a down sophomore year, he has started 2013 strong. Might return for his senior season, but could be a mid-late pick in 2014 if he declares. (5th-7th Round)

    - Update 11/13 -
    Noel has continued to impress with 6 PD and 3 INTs in 2013. He still may return for 2014, but so far has shown he could be worth taking in the mid rounds. Bumping up his range to (4th-6th Round)

    - If Gilmore stays on track he should be a good #1 CB, though an injury has caused some delay. McKelvin has stepped up this season after flashing ability in previous seasons, and looks to be the long-term #2 after signing an extension until 2017. Robey has been a pleasant surprise as a UDFA, but probably should be the 4th CB option. The team doesn't have many proven CBs, so this could be one of the bigger needs when it comes to solidifying the defense. I think they could look at this position from the 2nd and on if they want to kick McKelvin inside, or even if they think a stud nickel is worth an early pick.

    ILB: 6

    Shayne Skov - ILB/OLB - Stanford - 6'3'' 244 Lbs - Sr.(R) - Plays with a nasty streak. Big hitter that also blitzes well and has some ability in pass coverage. Attacks blockers and sheds well, he has improved since coming back from a torn ACL a few seasons ago, appearing to be a top ILB in this class. Skov could be an instant upgrade over Moats and welcome compliment on the inside. (3rd Round)

    - Update 11/22 - Skov is back to form. He plays with a ton of fire and backs it up with his play. I don't think they will go ILB this early, but if they do Skov is my #1 at the position based on fit/need. (2nd-3rd Round)

    Yawin Smallwood - ILB - UCONN - 6'3'' 244 Lbs - Jr.(R) - While UCONN has been pretty awful this season, they have produced some quality NFL talent over the past few seasons. Smallwood has been a steady force for the Huskies, and has played very well when facing tougher competition. He sheds blocks well and diagnoses plays pretty fast. Very durable and productive. (3rd Round)

    - Update 11/21 - UCONN hasn't won a game this season, but Smallwood it still a bright spot. He lost a lot of surrounding talent and hasn't missed a beat despite that. Smallwood continues to tackle well and hold up in coverage.

    Andrew Jackson - ILB - Western Kentucky - 6'1'' 257 Lbs - Jr.(R) - Big, violent, and a 3 year starter. Jackson plays with fire and could be a solid Mike backer in Pettine's 3-4 hybrid. 2 down LB, but a thumper next to Kiko in 3-4 looks seems to be what the team needs. (3rd-4th Round)

    - Update 11/21 - Jackson hasn't had quite the production he did in the previous two seasons (34 TFL in that time), but he is still the baddest man on the field any time he plays. He missed one game due to a team suspension and returned to post 15 tackles against Army.

    Max Bullough - ILB - Michigan State - 6'3'' 245 Lbs - Sr. - Experienced senior with good production, Bullough has the size and aggresive nature to play the strong side ILB spot in a 3-4. (4th-5th Round)

    - Update 11/21 - Bullough has been a big reason why Michigan State's D doesn't give up many points. Could be a solid pairing with Kiko in base 3-4 looks.

    Caleb Lavey - ILB - Oklahoma State - 6'3'' 235 Lbs - Sr. - 3 year starter with solid production. Should be able to contribute on special teams with the potential to become a contributor on defense. (6th-UDFA)

    - Update 11/21 - Lavey has had a very good season so far, both in coverage and against the run. He could push himself into the mid rounds with a strong finish.

    Greg Blair - ILB - Cincinnati - 6'2'' 252 Lbs - Sr.(R) - Blair is a big LB that plays with intensity. He was an absolute tackling machine in 2012 with 138. Shows the ability to take on blockers with a good fit to shed. Usually shows good vision to follow the play and takes good angles to the ball. Experienced blitzer. (5th-6th Round) *Added 11/21

    - ILB is an interesting position with the current roster taken into consideration. Kiko has emerged as a playmaker, and a second ILB doesn't appear to be as crucial of a part in this multi-front D. With that being said, it does seem to be one of the positions the team lacks depth at, and a step up in talent never hurts. A true ILB will only expand versatility and strengthen traditional fronts, and some of these prospects could play 4-3 OLB as well. Obviously size was what I'm thinking they will go for here, as they need someone with that next to Kiko.

    DE/DT: 3


    Ed Stinson - DE/DT - Alabama - 6'4'' 292 Lbs - Sr. - Strong run defender with the potential to improve his pass rush skills. 3 year starter for an exceptional Bama D. Could be a solid rotational DL as a 3-4 DE and 4-3 DT similar to what Carrington provided in recent years as his future with the team is uncertain. (2nd-3rd Round)

    - Update 11/21 -
    Stinson has pretty much played as expected. Disruptive at the line and versatile, he could be an option if Branch and/or Carrington aren't brought back.

    Henry Anderson - DE - Stanford - 6'6'' 282 Lbs - Sr. -
    3-4 DE / 4-3 LE with a balanced skill set considering position projection. Plays strong and reacts quick, could kick inside on passing downs. Anderson was injured in the first game, but a strong return could place him in the mid rounds. (3rd-5th Round)

    - Update 11/21 -
    Anderson has had a strong return, his stock should be about the same if he finishes well.

    Deandre Coleman - DE/DT - Cal - 6'5'' 315 Lbs - Sr. - 3-4 DE / 4-3 DT that displays good power at the line. Doesn't give much ground, and holds down the strong side well on an otherwise shaky Cal run D. Coleman has made some impressive stops and has some success getting to the QB. (3rd-5th Round)

    - Update 11/21 - Coleman is to Cal what Smallwood is to UCONN. He has had a good season on a terrible team without much help around him.

    - Again, depending on how things unfold, this may be a pretty big need. Carrington has developed into a good utility lineman (even standing up at times) but suffered a season ending injury and is a free agent next season. Alan Branch has played pretty well in his absence and played well for Seattle, but he is also a free agent in 2014. Re-signing either could push this need down and would be ideal, but I think they might add a player in that mold in the mid rounds even if they do.

    RB: 4

    Charles Sims - RB - West Virginia - 6'0'' 213 Lbs - Sr.(R) - Balanced back with good receiving ability. Sims has been productive between his time at Houston (2009 2011 2012) and WVU (2013). Fluid runner that follows his blocks well that could be a solid complimentary NFL RB. (2nd-4th Round)

    - Update 11/22 - Sims is more of an option if the staff thinks Fred is just about done. He is a do-it-all RB that would compliment Spiller well, but would have to be taken early. If they think that type of investment would pay off I would like the pick. He only has 2 games this season with less than 4.4 ypc. He has also proven himself as a very good receiving option with over 200 catches and 2,000+ yds in his career.

    Andre Williams - RB - Boston College - 6'0'' 227 Lbs - Sr. - Williams has been an absolute terror for opponents. 320 Carries for over 2,000 yds and 16 TDs. Teams focus on him and still can't stop him. He has 5 games over 200 yds rushing this season. He was a good backup his first 3 seasons, but he has absolutely dominated this season. If he had more than on season with this productivity he could have been a first round pick. (2nd-4th Round) *Added 11/23

    James Wilder Jr. - RB - Florida State - 6'2'' 229 Lbs - Jr. -
    Power Back with decent burst. Servicable receiver out of the backfield. Wilder Jr. Splits time with Devonta Freeman who is also an early-mid round prospect. True North-South runner that fights hard for extra yardage.(3rd-5th Round)

    - Update 11/24 - Wilder has had a reduced role, but continues to play well when called upon. His ypc isn't what you would expect from a power runner. He shows exceptional balance and he is absolutely rocked up for his size.

    Glasco Martin - RB - Baylor - 6'1'' 220 Lbs - Sr.(R) -
    Power Back coming off injury, he has been a good compliment to one of the top RBs in this class Lache Seastrunk, and actually had more TDs on the ground in 2012 with 15 than Seastrunk did with 7. (5th-7th Round)

    - Update 11/21 - Martin, like Wilder Jr., has played in a reduced role but still produces. He has missed a few games due to injury, but still should go in the mid to late rounds.

    - RB isn't a huge concern, but Fred and C.J. have been banged up, and Fred isn't getting any younger. A long-term compliment to C.J. with some power could give the team a change-of-pace back to keep Spiller fresh. Choice has been a good #3, but competition never hurt. I'd like to see them add a bruiser for some insurance.

    WR: 3


    L'Damian Washington - WR - Missouri - 6'4'' 205 Lbs - Sr.(R) -
    Washington wasn't a big part of the Missouri offense until this season, but he took advantage of his opprotunities as a sophomore and junior averaging 17.9 yds per catch over those two seasons. Tall WR that could fill a role the Bills currently lack on offense. (5th-7th Round)

    - Update 11/21 - Washington absolutely owned Georgia with 7 Rec - 115 Yds - 2 TD on the road. He has had some big games against the tougher teams on their schedule. He looks exceptionally fast for his size.

    Matt Miller - WR - Boise State - 6'3'' 218 Lbs - Jr.(R) -
    Big, physical WR with decent production as a 3 year starter. If he declares, he could be a mid-late rounder at this point. Uses his size to fight for yards after contact. (5th-UDFA)

    - Update 11/20 - Miller still might return for another year, but he has been putting up solid numbers so far and could go in the mid rounds. If he stays he could end up in the top 15 at his position for the 2015 draft.

    Alex Neutz - WR - Buffalo - 6'3'' 205 Lbs - Sr.(R) - Productive hometown kid (Grand Island, NY) that has had big games against some pretty good teams like Baylor, Georgia, and Pitt. He also gave a very good UCONN corner tandem (Gratz, Wreh-Wilson) trouble with 11 catches for 173 yds in two games. (7th-UDFA)

    - Update 11/20 - Neutz has remained successful this season with 51 Rec - 875 Yds - 11 TD through 11 games. Add Ohio and Toledo to the list of games he was very productive in. Bump range to (5th-7th Round)

    - Buffalo lacks height somewhat at the WR spot, though they have built what appears to be a talented group with loads of speed. I don't think they will invest much more in the position with an early pick, but a mid-late rounder seems like a reasonable move. Bringing in someone with the ability to go up and get it could add another dimension to the offense, especially in the red zone.

    I plan on doing more updates and adding more players after bowl season, but for now I added a few and did updates for everyone I've been evaluating. I also corrected some height/weights and what year some players are in. I didn't do updates on OG prospects but I plan to. I also have some side notes on other fit/need balances that I will post in one of the following pieces. I'm trying not to just focus on early prospects, but look at options all throughout the draft. I will add OT and S soon. Hopefully you enjoy this, and of course feel free to discuss!

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    Re: Another Look At Buffalo's Positional Needs - Update

    Among the tight ends, at least one pundit, Walter Cherepinsky of www.walterfootball.com projects Seferian-Jenkins, Amaro, an Fiedorowitz as having good speed (comparable to Ebron) in addition to having good size. There is a chance that Seferian-Jenkins, having been deemphasized as a receiver this season could be had at a bargain price, compared to where he'd been projected earlier, and if his blocking has improved he might be a better player than he was. Given what the Bills want to do on offense, he and Fiedorowitz would seem to be the best fits for Buffalo, and can probably be drafted later than either Ebron or Amaro.
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    Re: Another Look At Buffalo's Positional Needs - Update

    Nice job JC. I hope we don't use a 1st rounder on a guard. That would leave us chasing our tail again, i.e., letting a really good player in Levitre go, then drafting his replacement with a relatively high 1st round pick.
    Should have known, way back in 1960 when we drafted Richie Lucas Number 1, that this would be a long, hard ride. But who could have known it would be THIS bad?

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    Once Levitre left & there was no other G capable of starting in his place, the Bills are left with 2 choices: Sign a top rated G in free agency or draft one in the 1st 2 rounds. They can't not draft a guy just because they were stupid enough to let the last guy they drafted who worked out go. There are giant holes at LG & TE that need to be filled in 2014.

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    Main positional need is offensive coordinator.
    Lou Saban: You can get it done, you can get it done. And what’s more, you’ve gotta get it done.

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    Main positional need is offensive coordinator.
    Possibly but as been crying for since the preseason I think we need a QB Coach.

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    All that work by the original poster is noble. But he missed the main positional need: QB.

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    Awesome job man.



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    Last edited by swiper; 01-26-2014 at 08:21 AM.

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    Why no quarterback? It's the most important position in the game !

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    Are the Bills going to a 3-4 defense?
    The Popcorn and Terrell Owens are coming to a town near you.

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    This isn't an all-inclusive list. I focused on a few players throughout the season, I'm only one man lol.

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    This isn't an all-inclusive list. I focused on a few players throughout the season, I'm only one man lol.
    You started with guards and focused on some lesser prospects than him. That's why I asked why you skipped over him. That's all. I wanted to know if there was something about him that I was unaware of. Most ranking sites have him as the #1 or #2 best OG in the country.

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    You started with guards and focused on some lesser prospects than him. That's why I asked why you skipped over him. That's all. I wanted to know if there was something about him that I was unaware of. Most ranking sites have him as the #1 or #2 best OG in the country.
    Like I said, it isn't all inclusive. You can find reviews on top prospects almost anywhere, so I tried to do a few lesser known guys, considering the draft has 7 rounds.

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    With the Schwartz hire, ILB's just became a priority. Wide 9 looks dictates big ILB's who move up into the gaps between the DE's and DT's.

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    With the Schwartz hire, ILB's just became a priority. Wide 9 looks dictates big ILB's who move up into the gaps between the DE's and DT's.
    It is imperative that there is a free agent pick-up or two this year heading into the draft.

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    All that work by the original poster is noble. But he missed the main positional need: QB.

    YES a QB is the main positional Need !!

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    Build on what JC started... That helps make a good thread.

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    Update

    OT, MLB, RB, maybe TE

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