Thoughts of OTA's so far.

by bflo on Jun 17, 2010 9:47 AM EDT

I just wanted to make a thread here so we can discuss different things people might have noticed throughout OTA's so far, so that no other threads get highjacked.

First thing I noticed. Ellis Lankster. Hes been in on the highlight videos just about everyday, either breaking up a pass or picking it off. Hes done a pretty ncie job during the OTA's so far from what we've seen and had a nice diving INT the other day. I'd like him to get a spot on this team.

Tightends over the middle. Ive noticed alot of passes to the TE either crossing routes or up the seam. I like it, I love the use of a TE... and while Nelson isnt there right now, when hes in I could see him doing very well in the seam.

McKelvin looks to be playing with that 'swagger.' Hes flying around, making plays. Keep it up.

The QB's have been throwing a pretty good deep ball from what Ive seen so far. Brohms looks the smoothest, but Trents not throwing it too bad deep.

Roscoe seems to be a different person since Chans taken over. Theres been a few stories of him on BB.com and around... but you can just tell hes different by watching him play. The run after the catch seems to be working pretty well for him.

Poz. Also flying around all over. Obviously most the 7 on 7 is passing so hes dropping back alot, but he seems to be right around the ball everytime its in the middle of the field.

Last thing... Felton Huggins seems to be finding some openings in the defense. He'll help himself out tons if he can put a little something together as a WR this year, hes been used strickly as a ST gunner in the past... but adding some WR play will make it easier for him to make the team.

Feel free to add things youve noticed, players you like, dont like, etc...

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I like what i have seen

Lankster – he has a good tendency to be around the ball, but it must be noted that he is playing against 2nd and 3rd teams. Last year when he was picking off passes in pre-season, it was not against the starters. I still like him as a project and depth but I think he is still greatly overmatched against most WR.

Love Poz this year and his new responsibilities.

Love McKelvin and his energy this year

Love the possibilities with S. Nelson this year

"Hold ya chin up...nuh nuh nuh...gone" -Marshawn Lynch-

by billsoferie on Jun 17, 2010 11:04 AM EDT reply actions

True, regarding Lankster. Still good to see him flyin all over and getting his hands on the ball. He ripped a ball out of someones hands in the endzone on wednesday… nice, strong play.

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by bflo on Jun 17, 2010 11:49 AM EDT up reply actions

definitely think the last CB spot will be between Sargeant and Lankster.

darkhorse chance they both make it if Youboty is cut.

Draft Eric Decker in the 3rd!!! Eric Decker > Jordan Shipley > Arrelious Benn

by NordicBillsfan on Jun 17, 2010 5:29 PM EDT up reply actions

well Youboty has no ties anymore with DJ gone

he will have to play well to stay.

I see Lankster over Sarg

"Hold ya chin up...nuh nuh nuh...gone" -Marshawn Lynch-

by billsoferie on Jun 17, 2010 7:12 PM EDT up reply actions

I see Lankster over Sargeant too, and I agree with neverbeentobuffalo, Youboty has a good chance of being cut.

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by bflo on Jun 17, 2010 9:38 PM EDT up reply actions

I say the darkhorse scenario has a larger chance of materialising than we think.

And now MRW has us voting for who we want to vote against!

by CanadianBillsFan on Jun 18, 2010 10:30 AM EDT up reply actions

Thats very true.

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by bflo on Jun 18, 2010 10:45 AM EDT up reply actions

Wouldn't it be great

To get some actual offensive production from Roscoe this season?

The player I would like least at #9 would be my sister’s cat, Captain Creamsicle. She does have a great work ethic and agility, but I’m really concerned that at 9 lbs., she’s too small to play safety in the NFL. She also bites way too often on play action and is easily distracted by someone waving string in the crowd. Lastly, her wonderlic score was pretty awful, answering "meow meow meow" for most of the questions- Dr. Brackish Okun

by mob16151 on Jun 17, 2010 11:41 AM EDT reply actions

Im hoping.

Im not holding my breath… but I think Gailey finds a way to use him… or thats what I want to happen anyways haha.

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by bflo on Jun 17, 2010 11:51 AM EDT up reply actions

Just finding a way to get Parrish the ball in space

In front of the Line of Scrimmage would do wonders for his career.

by mob16151 on Jun 17, 2010 12:03 PM EDT reply actions

im just afraid that hes playing so well because of the minimal contact; once he starts getting hit and remembering that he’s a third the size of the monsters hitting him i dont know if hes not gonna look as confident going over the middle

MAYBE this will break the mold , we need to come to play sunday and this year we will not SURRENDER TO KNOW ONE THIS IS BUFFALOOO Godzilla nation
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by uPitt_BillsFan on Jun 17, 2010 5:34 PM EDT up reply actions

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=de1aMu2pDOg

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by MattRichWarren on Jun 17, 2010 6:40 PM EDT up reply actions

I just felt like posting that.

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by MattRichWarren on Jun 17, 2010 6:42 PM EDT up reply actions

daaaaaamn. He got popped. I dont remember seeing that one before.

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by bflo on Jun 17, 2010 9:39 PM EDT up reply actions

yeah iv watched that before

he got up though

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by billsoferie on Jun 17, 2010 10:13 PM EDT up reply actions

I don't want to stir the pot, but...

I can’t remember but maybe once seeing Maybin making a play or putting pressure on the QB. I could be wrong. But, it is concerning that he can’t get pressure on a QB in “touch” 11 on 11 drills. I’m sure stuff gets dropped in the editing room but, where’s the improvement from our “#1” pass rusher.

by JRA_BBILLS on Jun 17, 2010 1:07 PM EDT reply actions

Its kind of tough to get a pass rush going during 7 on 7… its basically a offensive drill, obviously there is a defense… but I think most of it is used for offense and pass defense (dropping into coverage, playing the man/ball, not looking to sack anyone). I think once they get to TC youll see them start to rush more. But I know what you mean, now that you mentioned it I dont remember him being mentioned or in many highlights in the videos. But I think it’ll come…

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by bflo on Jun 17, 2010 1:34 PM EDT up reply actions

agree

it is hard to go hard for the QB without pads

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by billsoferie on Jun 17, 2010 2:22 PM EDT up reply actions

I thought Jenkins got cut?

along with other special teams guys like John Wendling and Derek Fine. I could be mistaken, though.

I really like Lankster and hope he makes the team. I can even see him giving Corner a battle for the 4th CB spot.

Lets wait until contact to see how Maybin looks. I’ll admit I’m very nervous about his ability to produce. He has to be good for our D to work.

Poz looks good, too. I like our depth at ILB heading into camp.

by Saint Patrick on Jun 17, 2010 10:46 PM EDT reply actions

I realized Jenkins got cut tonight, forgot to edit it. I was thinking Huggins… very confusing. haha

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by bflo on Jun 18, 2010 1:09 AM EDT up reply actions

I’ve mixed up Jenkins and Huggins sooooo often.

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by MattRichWarren on Jun 18, 2010 10:13 PM EDT up reply actions

Lankster did just about the same thing last year if I recall correctly.

He has a deffinate nose for the ball but still needs a lot of refining when it comes to actually playing on the feild. He looked lost at times last year during the pre-season which is why you barely saw him, if at all, during the regular season. He still needs to develop, but he deffinatly shows a lot of potential.

And now MRW has us voting for who we want to vote against!

by CanadianBillsFan on Jun 18, 2010 10:28 AM EDT reply actions

I agree with your thoughts. I also like what I’ve seen from Corner thus far. I realize that it is coming against 2nd & 3rd stringers but still. I think that guy gets too much undeserved hate.
I’m looking forward to when the pads go on so we can get a better assessment.

by billskk69 on Jun 18, 2010 11:25 AM EDT reply actions

PROPS TO THE O_LINE!

Sorry to say this… but the o-line isn’t playing so bad actually. And without 2 supposed to be starters in right now. That gives this unit a helluva competition to see this coming training camp. Freddy ran that rock pretty good last season…. If Marshawn can get over his limited carries and with the addition of a speedster in C.J that line automatically gets that much better. No doubt our O-Line will be improved this coming season!

Don't care whos throwing the ball as long as they're THROWING it and ain't HOLDING on to it!

by Bamalo on Jun 18, 2010 8:34 PM EDT reply actions