Buffalo Bills HC Chan Gailey Approval Poll: September 2011
by Brian Galliford on Sep 9, 2011 11:30 AM EDT
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PrintAt the start of every month, we're going to poll the readers of Buffalo Rumblings on their state of mind regarding the chief decision-makers of the Buffalo Bills. This is your poll to state your pleasure, or lack thereof, with head coach Chan Gailey. Here are some stories Gailey has been heavily involved with over the last month.
- Began playing second-year end Alex Carrington at outside linebacker, where he remains a backup to Chris Kelsay.
- Unsatisfied with his line depth and performance, opened up competition at left guard and left tackle. Has settled on the status quo, at least for Week 1.
- Delegated handling of a frustrated Fred Jackson to coordinator/running backs coach Curtis Modkins.
- Has repeatedly and publicly sought better play from beleaguered backup quarterback Tyler Thigpen.
- Guided the Bills to a 1-3 pre-season record, with the win coming in the "most important" third game over Jacksonville.
- Prominent roster cuts included Naaman Roosevelt, Shawn Nelson, Ed Wang, Geoff Hangartner, Antonio Coleman and Reggie Corner.
Previous Five Approval Polls
89% approval March 2011 (3% disapproval)
91% approval April 2011 (2% disapproval)
92% approval May 2011 (1% disapproval)
89% approval June 2011 (2% disapproval)
82% approval August 2011 (4% disapproval)
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Not sure
I found myself voting approve throughout most of last year for both Gailey and Nix. They inherited a garbage roster and were still able to put a fun and exciting product on the field. But now that they’ve really started putting their mark on the team, I find myself becoming more critical of the direction, and so until this new team has some playing time under its belt, I won’t be sure about the job either guy is doing. Are these moves for the best of the team in the short term? In the long term? I’m not sure.
"Slowly all the roles we act out become our identity. And in the end we are what we pretend to be." - Jerry Cantrell.
by stetzwebs on Sep 9, 2011 11:35 AM EDT reply actions 2 recs
Stetz, I’m in almost the exact same boat. I think I’m a bit higher on Gailey right now than I am on Nix, but Gailey’s time to shine (or not) is just about to start.
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by thefourwinds on Sep 9, 2011 12:07 PM EDT up reply actions
Very happy with Chan - just worried because he looks TIRED!!!
by BuffaloFanFromCT on Sep 9, 2011 11:37 AM EDT reply actions
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"That's not how I do it. But, hey, everyone is different , that's why Baskin-Robbins got 31flavors" - Chan Gailey
by Buffalo Stro on Sep 9, 2011 11:49 AM EDT via mobile up reply actions
I will vot approve 100 time out of 100
So long as he doesn’t ignore the ground game!!!!!!!!!!!!!
He has a tendacy to do this some time and it frustrates the hell our of me. Our most proven player on our offence is our RB and he has proven he can make things happen. Give him the ROCK!!!!!
"Big Gulps Eh, Well See ya later" - Lloyd Christmas
" You Gus ready To Let The Dogs Out" "What?" " you Know, Who Let the dogs out rough rough rogh rough" - Zack Galifinakis - The Hangover
I’d say Freddy’s effective. He doesn’t make things happen. He aint Chris Johnson or AP.
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If Fred Jackson had 1 1/3 of the talent level in front of him that both those boys do
Freddy would put up comparable numbers.
Steve Hutchison is arguably the best run blocking G in the NFL. Bryant McKinne and Matt Birk for 2 seasons paier with Hutch compiled one of the best Left side to an OL is quite a while. That explains AP’s numbers (somewhat) DOnt get me wrong AP is amazing but he has had some help.
Tennesee’s line is and has been voted as the best Run Blocking line in the entire NFL. Enough said. Again CJ is amazing but he also has had some help.
In 2009 Freddie broke the NFL record for most all purpose yards by a player. thats incredible and to think he did it with the talent level this Bills team had makes that feat all the more impressive!
"Big Gulps Eh, Well See ya later" - Lloyd Christmas
" You Gus ready To Let The Dogs Out" "What?" " you Know, Who Let the dogs out rough rough rogh rough" - Zack Galifinakis - The Hangover
by PaullyPforPrez on Sep 9, 2011 12:42 PM EDT up reply actions
If Fred Jackson had 1 1/3 of the talent level in front of him that both those boys do
Maybe you are answering your own question about our tendency to get away from the run.
I have low expectations. But high hopes.
by greysquirrel on Sep 9, 2011 12:58 PM EDT up reply actions
This. At least Gailey knows they’re in trouble. That Nix guy seems to think it’s all a box of chocolates concerning the line.
In the year two thousaaaaaaand.
In the year two thousAAAAAAND!
by TheAfghanTwilight on Sep 9, 2011 1:26 PM EDT up reply actions
"If Fred Jackson had 4/3 of the talent level in front of him that both those boys do Freddy would put up comparable numbers."
……then Freddie would be…..not as good?
;)
PaullyPforPrez I'll vote for you
Amen!!! Here!
We have to run the ball.
and what if, he calls a run 100 out of 100 plays and nets 100 yds. because the runner can’t get through (the lack of) a hole? You’d be ready to fry his butt.
I’d like to believe that the line problem is not his making and he’s trying to make lemonade from the lemons Buddy’s given him.
But, he’s the one (other than Ralph) who has the biggest voice. Yet, Chan’s rearranging the deck chairs on the Titanic, as if he’s resolved to the fact that it’s Buddy’s way or the highway and he can’t do anything else. If so, he’s not worth his salt. And, for that, I cannot approve.
Y'all- There's a "D" in rebuild, but no "O"- The gospel according to Buddy Nix 4:12
Not sure here as well...
I want to see the game plan for KC.
Gailey’s reputation is as a guy who will tailor the scheme to maximize his players’ strengths, and hide their weaknesses.
I think we’re pretty much in agreement that the OL is the weakness. If they line up 4-5 wide, and ask that OL to pick up blitzes and stunts 45 times, I’m coming back to vote ’disapprove."
I think they ought to keep it simple, play to the line’s strength (size), have them come off the ball and get meat on meat, simple power running with Freddie hitting it in behind McIntyre. If he channels Woody Hayes this week, and; for that matter for as long as it takes for the OL to find its’ legs; I’m coming back to vote approve.
The poison pill is Spiller. If they want to get him his touches, he doesn’t operate well in that sort of scheme. We’ll see.
by Brian in Shortsville on Sep 9, 2011 12:04 PM EDT reply actions
Well not necessarily
KC didn’t do a whole lot of blitzing last year, they are pretty conserative defensively and rely on their 4 man rush.
As far as running the ball goes, our OL isn’t good enough to just line up and blow people off the ball. We have to pass in order for us to run. I think we are a better running team when we are up on points, which rarely happens.
Given...
the financial constraints most likely imposed on his roster and the franchise’s inability to attract high-end free agents, I don’t see how you could realistically expect any better.
He took an atrocious defensive front and turned it into what seems a formidable one and took a bland offense and retooled it so it can at least be competitive and fun to watch, which to me means he’s done a great job.
If in 1 year from now the team is still on this path, they’ll be more promising than they have been in a whole decade. And that’s a very obtainable goal. This team has holes, but at least they’re easily identifiable and supported by strengths. For the first time in a long time I actually feel like the team has a plan and the losing culture that has radiated from OBD for years is finally starting to be chipped away at. I think Chan deserves a lot of credit for this.
the financial constraints most likely imposed on his roster and the franchise’s inability to attract high-end free agents, I don’t see how you could realistically expect any better.
Did you see Buddy’s comments the other day? Apparently its not constraints.
Allowing for all positive inferences, it would seem Buddy is saving up for a spending spree down the line, if he thinks players are worthy.
I had a drink the other day
Opinions were like kittens
I was giving them away
-Modest Mouse
I call BS.
I hope it’s true, but I don’t really have any reasons to give the FO the benefit of the doubt. I’m not saying they should spend just to spend, but there are holes on this team, especially at OT, that could be filled with expensive Free Agents, yet are ignored off-season after off-season. That coupled with how the organization has continued to let expensive free agents walk (or trade/cut expensive players) spells out a FO that is more concerned about the bottom line than it is with building a contender.
by lgbfromoregon on Sep 9, 2011 12:50 PM EDT up reply actions
Well..
Takeo Spikes worked out well. Stroud might fit in the category, he worked out OK. London Fletcher is probably the best example, he was great for us (and for the skins after we let him walk).
It’s not like we’ve been burned in the FA pool, because we don’t really dive into it enough, which is my point. Which highly sought after FA’s have come here and failed?
by lgbfromoregon on Sep 9, 2011 1:22 PM EDT up reply actions
I'd add to that
Sam Adams, Lawyer Milloy, Troy Vincent (to some extent as a FS), Bledsoe (best QB we’ve had since Kelly)
"I promise you, ... When I come back, I'm going to be like a mad dog in a meat house." -Takeo Spikes
I agree on all those, but that’s 4 in the last ten years – NE made like 4 in a 3 weeks
by JustAskTheAxis on Sep 9, 2011 2:10 PM EDT up reply actions
It was more in response to the guy
who said how many times have expensive FA’s worked out for Buffalo? 1 guy said Spikes and Fletcher (stroud to some extent too), I was just adding to that. Buffalo has had success bringing in expensive FA’s but it hasn’t happened since the Donahoe era. I’ll say this about Donahoe he may not have been the best GM but he really wasn’t horrible. He did a good job bringing in big name FA’s and putting pieces together he just was horrible drafting. Had he hit on more draft picks this Bills decade would be far different.
"I promise you, ... When I come back, I'm going to be like a mad dog in a meat house." -Takeo Spikes
Plenty of trades and relatively inexpensive FAs on this list. As far as working out… eh. Did this work out?
I have low expectations. But high hopes.
by greysquirrel on Sep 9, 2011 2:55 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
I'd say No
While the players they mentioned had some measure of individual success here, our team didn’t really benefit from it. All of those players were brought in during the playoff drought and, seeing as the drought continues, I have a hard time saying we’ve had success in FA.
Time for the baby to start crawling its way out of the NFL basement - Joe P.
I'd say yes
Our defense was ranked #2 twice during that time and it was the offense who failed to produce wins during that time. Most of those guys named were defensive players and they came in and gelled pretty well, the offense hurt the team and their playoff chances.
"I promise you, ... When I come back, I'm going to be like a mad dog in a meat house." -Takeo Spikes
sigh…I remember those defenses…
"Slowly all the roles we act out become our identity. And in the end we are what we pretend to be." - Jerry Cantrell.
me too
it was fun, exciting and our D was actually feared. Hopefully we’re on a return to glory
"I promise you, ... When I come back, I'm going to be like a mad dog in a meat house." -Takeo Spikes
I’m not knocking those defenses, but that narrows the list. Strou, Vincent, Bledsoe all bum me out.
I have low expectations. But high hopes.
by greysquirrel on Sep 10, 2011 11:00 AM EDT up reply actions
It might narrow the list, but it still means that we have had success with big name FA’s. That was my only point I was making. We have had success and you may not like those 3 and they may bum you out but I did like them so I think this is where we will have to just agree to disagree then.
"I promise you, ... When I come back, I'm going to be like a mad dog in a meat house." -Takeo Spikes
I always thought of those defenses as overrated. Sure they had nice rankings at the end of the year but I remember always thinking those defenses excelled against inferior competition and wilted when up against the best teams in the league. I know our offense was not good but I’ve seen great defenses carry bad offenses before and ours was not capable of that. Regardless, my main point was that attempting to build our team through FA didn’t work out for us as we never made the playoffs.
Time for the baby to start crawling its way out of the NFL basement - Joe P.
Nobody said build a team through FA?
We said have big name FA’s worked out well for Buffalo, and some say yes some think not.
You feel that they didn’t because they couldn’t carry a bad offense, but I feel that they did succeed and having a high ranked defense for those years proves it because they were effective at their jobs. Their job was to come together as a unit and and stop opponents which I feel they did quite well.
Other than perhaps some of the greatest defenses of all time like the 2000 Ravens what examples are there of great defenses carrying a bad offense? Just because the Bills didn’t measure up to the 2000 Ravens defense I would hardly call that a failure or let down.
"I promise you, ... When I come back, I'm going to be like a mad dog in a meat house." -Takeo Spikes
by panekattack on Sep 10, 2011 10:05 PM EDT up reply actions
really have any reasons to give the FO the benefit of the doubt
You don’t need a reason. That’s why it’s called the “benefit of the doubt”. You need a reason to doubt them.
"Slowly all the roles we act out become our identity. And in the end we are what we pretend to be." - Jerry Cantrell.
How do I not need a reason?
Giving them the “benefit of the doubt” would mean feeling optimistic despite the obvious shortcomings that exist. For example, if the Packers were in this position they would deserve the benefit of the doubt because they have proven a commitment to winning in the past. The bills, however, have been in this position 3 times in the past decade and has failed every time, so I have no reason to believe this time will be any different; aka no reason to give them the benefit of the doubt. That’s my reason for doubting and why I won’t believe things will be different until the team shows a commitment to winning above all else. That being said, my original post was not meant to be negative. Like I said before, I think Gailey has done well given the situation he is in.
by lgbfromoregon on Sep 9, 2011 1:12 PM EDT up reply actions
The bills, however, have been in this position 3 times in the past decade and has failed every time, so I have no reason to believe this time will be any different
Not this FO, hence the benefit of the doubt. This FO hasn’t given you a reason to doubt them yet.
"Slowly all the roles we act out become our identity. And in the end we are what we pretend to be." - Jerry Cantrell.
It all starts with the owner,
who has not changed. He’s either continuially hired inept people or rendered them inept, and I have no reason to believe this FO is any different. I’m sorry, but I’ll believe in this team when either there is a new owner or the current one shows a change of heart.
I do like the team how it is being built and am excited to watch them, but I will not vest any emotion in it for the time being because I don’t believe they’re committed to winning the Superbowl. Now if next year rolls around and all the pieces are still in place and new ones have been added, then I’ll really start to feel good about it.
by lgbfromoregon on Sep 9, 2011 1:37 PM EDT up reply actions
You don’t need a reason. That’s why it’s called the "benefit of the doubt". You need a reason to doubt them.
what an awesome post
I must be missing something
but I don’t get it. Not giving them the benefit of the doubt is the same as having a reason to doubt them, right? I chose to use an idiom, which should not be taken in a literal sense. That’d be like me saying “he kicked the bucket,” and getting the response, “actually you can’t kick buckets when you’re dead.”
by lgbfromoregon on Sep 9, 2011 8:45 PM EDT up reply actions
We realize that. At least I, personally, was questioning your lack of giving them the benefit of the doubt, but since you have explained that you are talking more about Ralph Wilson than Nix, then it fits fine.
"Slowly all the roles we act out become our identity. And in the end we are what we pretend to be." - Jerry Cantrell.
Not sure
Show me that you’ll run the freaking ball Chan!
"It’s like I’ve always said, don’t tell me about the labor pains, just show me the baby."
- Buddy Nix
"How can a guy with a name like Melo be such a pain in the ass?"
- George Lopez
I really don’t care whether they run or pass as long as they score
by JustAskTheAxis on Sep 9, 2011 12:10 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
I guess I’m somewhat okay with what Gailey is doing given the talent he has – I always include him as part of the front office as well, but if we’re talking about just on the field stuff – he’s been okay… I voted not sure – hard to approve of a guy who went 4-12 and is well on his way to a 5-11 or 6-10 season…
Not sure
Gotta see if the baby has all fingers and toes.
I had a drink the other day
Opinions were like kittens
I was giving them away
-Modest Mouse
I disapprove of those sandals. But otherwise he gets an approve until I feel he is holding us back. I guess that could be an unsure, but its not a final grade, its how I feel now. Always can change it later….
I have low expectations. But high hopes.
by greysquirrel on Sep 9, 2011 12:21 PM EDT reply actions 3 recs
I prefer wearing black socks with my sandals.
"There is not a loser in this room." Marv Levy.
by SERGEANT MAJOR THOR on Sep 9, 2011 5:56 PM EDT up reply actions
gailey approval poll
my only disagreements are cutting roosevelt and corto. keeping martin? who the eff,what the eff, what is a ruvell martin? a late cut!! otherwise, i think chan gailey is doing well.a team don’t change overnight.
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Approve
I actually like how he’s handled the OLine issue, I mean, its not his job to go out and get someone new… he’s tried to shake it up a bit though, and settled on as much continuity as we can get (at least on the left side).
I should have voted “Not Sure” though (which I did for Nix) — because for Gailey, the test will come in seeing how the schemes play out this weekend. How will Spiller be used more effectively? How will Brad Smith be used? Are our WR’s going to step up? Can we generate a pass rush and get Charles wrapped up? This is where the “coaching” job he has done will be on display…
Disaproved
Still not a fan of Carrington as an OLB and Moats as ILB (sorry you wont convince me otherwise it is my opinion. ) I also do not see Donald Jones as a starting receiver (sure hope I am wrong). Seems Pears and Urbik never really had camp and pre season competition on the right side.
"Sit down and watch my Buffalo Bills destroy your Kingdome" - Abayarde
Thoughts?
I was wondering if anyone ever thought that Chan was hired as the “transition coach”? A guy thats a good teacher, that can help us get this thing turned around. But when he plateaus, we will look to bring in a guy that can get us over the hump.
I’ve thought this for a while, actually. Chan has never won deep in the playoffs, despite taking teams there (well, an on-the-decline Cowboys team). I think he might be the guy to set up the core team, and then we may look in a different direction. I actually hope that doesn’t happen, if he’s able to build a playoff-caliber team.
"Slowly all the roles we act out become our identity. And in the end we are what we pretend to be." - Jerry Cantrell.
I can guarantee you that that’s not the plan. Buddy Nix hired Chan Gailey – no one else but Mr. Wilson was involved – and if Chan goes, it’s likely that Buddy goes with him.
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by Brian Galliford on Sep 9, 2011 1:17 PM EDT up reply actions
4-12
That is how I judge him, so I am disapprove, until shown otherwise. I like Chan, but I still think this was a weak hire, buy a week front office. I live lin ACC land and was never impressed by his work at GT.
I’d much rather they have hired Leslie Frazier, and a strong outside GM. My monly hope is Doug Whaley turns into that GM one day.
Glad we don't have to deal with the Shanahanigans
I approve
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I'm tempted to disapprove
but i’m not sure that the things I disapprove of most are in his hands.
I will say that I disapprove of those sandals. If Jackson loses carries to Spiller and Spiller struggles, I will quickly lower myself from the fence.
Otherwise, i’m taking a “not sure” stance. I really like who Chan Gailey is. I think he’s good for the team and seems a far cry from the wishy-washy coaches they’ve had in recent years. I hope things work out for him. I’m tired of the team getting new coaches every three years.
In the year two thousaaaaaaand.
In the year two thousAAAAAAND!
by TheAfghanTwilight on Sep 9, 2011 1:24 PM EDT reply actions
I agree with this
I feel the same way. In comparison to what the Bills have had since Levy, he appears to be a upgrade. But the jury is still out for me.
It’s kind of a catch 22 for me. I understand why he was brought in – tailors the team to it’s strengths, hides weaknesses, all of that. And with the team he was given, he seems to be the right guy for the job. But, the whole pistol/spread formation offense, throwing in the wildcat….meh. I don’t like that. Being cute and tricky only gets you so far. At the end of the day, this team needs to line up and punch the other team in the mouth and flat out beat them. If I see this team evolve into a bonafide football team instead of relying on smoke & mirrors over the course of the season, my opinion may change. But for now, still not sure.
Disapprove
Left that way after the two run-for-the-bus efforts to end last year. Can’t change it until I see a few games this year. It could become approve next time if I see them play as a team with good effort and a solid game plan.
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by cmeid on Sep 9, 2011 1:43 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
I love the guy
he has lead us to become the most handsome team in the world. His priorities are in the right place. and he isn’t a bad looker himself. Certantly better than that dead guy who coached the team before him.
Approved...
I like Chan. He gets guys to play! He’s also good at making adjustments during the game, halftime, and during the season. Chan had very little to work w/ last year and was still able to get these guys to fight, persevere, and overcome obstacles. He has changed this teams mentality IMO. I Billieve we will see a much better team this year and remain competitive to upset some teams that most say is not possible.
Lets go Buffalooooo!!!!
1st time voting disapprove for Gailey however....
I think I would like to change it to Not Sure. I will give him credit for being unpredictable (which could be a good thing). The offense this year will look different from last year. Some of the moves made on the O-line are questionable. I don’t think you can judge this team by the preseason too much because it was more of an evaluation of the players primarily. I did like the idea of letting the O-line play straight up with no chipping to judge who needed help or didn’t, although it did look ugly. I haven’t warmed up to the Pistol formation yet. Just seems like college football on a NFL level.
"A deaf person can hear better than a ignorant person."- Unknown Comedian
I voted disapprove, I think for the first time
The offensive line chaos is Chan’s fault, pure and simple. To recap:
1. He decided to give Rinehart first team reps. Okay, not a big deal in and of itself as Levitre could get hurt at any moment. But Gailey chose to talk about it in an exceedingly stupid way. Instead of just saying that Rinehart was getting some first team reps he babbled about Rinehart having earned the right to compete. Translation: Levitre may lose his job.
2. He then decided to try Levitre out at LT. Again, in and of itselt it isn’t a terrible idea. Bell had struggled and Nix had left Gailey few OT options. But Gailey again chose to open his mouth. Levitre wasn’t getting reps just in case; no, he was competing for the LT job. So a guy in danger of losing his job at LG was suddenly good enough to play LT.
3. He went on rambling and uncorked this idiocy: Levitre – who just days before was playing on a level that allowed for Rinehart to compete for the starting LG job – would definitely start either at LT or LG. It all hinged on Bell. If Bell was playing poorly Levitre would be the LT but if Bell was playing well Levitre would be the LG.
Gailey just could have said that he was getting guys crosstrained in case of injury instead of waffling back and forth and eventually punting the issue over to Bell. While the lack of OT depth is beyond Gailey’s control, what comes out of his mouth clearly is.
Let’s hope for a better month from him in September.
I wasn't sure I was going to like the white helmets but seeing them in the practice footage, I've got to say that I love the look.
Ron, I agree with you completely except for one thing:
Instead of just saying that Rinehart was getting some first team reps he babbled about Rinehart having earned the right to compete
I thought at the time, and still do think, that the statement was acceptable and effective. If you have various guys in the second string competing for jobs on the first team, you have to show them that they have mobility. There’s no more effective motivator.
Now, Rinehart then “didn’t make it” but at least he showed mobility. This offseason, probably due to its being abbreviated, hasn’t produced nearly as much movement as most offseasons would. It has basically been a war for last place among the non-starters. Given that, I think he made the right decision to at least let one guy not on the first string take some reps with the starters.
You voted to disapprove because he said the wrong thing to the press? But you thought the moves themselves were fine? I don’t understand that.
"Slowly all the roles we act out become our identity. And in the end we are what we pretend to be." - Jerry Cantrell.
No, I voted disapprove because of how he handled it. Levitre went from relatively secure to insecure and then to not knowing what position he’d play—it all depended on how somone else played. Rinehart went from maybe being a starter to being benched if another guy at another position played well enough. Bell’s confidence can’t be great and Gailey undercut it. Gailey handled the entire episode poorly.
I wasn't sure I was going to like the white helmets but seeing them in the practice footage, I've got to say that I love the look.
Fair enough, I just interpreted what you had said as if you were disapproving based on the way he talked to the press. Do you think that there might have been internal dialogue between the players that set them at ease at all?
"Slowly all the roles we act out become our identity. And in the end we are what we pretend to be." - Jerry Cantrell.
Did he? It’s coaching right? Maybe Levitre and Bell needed some incentive and Rinehart needed some encouragement. Why presume these football guys have fragile egos, that just may collapse. If anything, that left side was the side that came into camp completely entitled due to the lack of depth. All he did was send the message that don’t think I won’t move you. I can and will if you are slacking. Frankly, both those guys on the left looked to have some rough series in preseason.
I have low expectations. But high hopes.
by greysquirrel on Sep 10, 2011 10:56 AM EDT up reply actions
there is a little bit of a timing issue with this as well.
I’ll conceede that it is all speculation at this point. The Rinehart/LeVetrie move came prior to the Broncos preseason game and Andy took it personal which he showed in practice he wasn’t going quietly into the night. The bronco game was a major wake up call and one could argue that Gailey orchastrated this with his mandatory base alignments through the majority of the game. Bell came out of this game with the most pie in his face but I don’t think anyone played exceptional that game. It was then that Gailey flirted with the Levetrie to Left Tackle move and between the two of those players Bell and Levetrie came out against Jacksonville with a little different attitude. We can and have all assumed much on these substitutions, but it could be nothing more than a look to see what we have available if and when the what if happens. LeVetrie may be the better LT on the team, I don’t think he is, but if he is than he could be the smallest left tackle in the league.
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I have no idea why any of this matters.
I have low expectations. But high hopes.
by greysquirrel on Sep 10, 2011 10:53 AM EDT up reply actions
Approve- Steering the Ship
Great personnel analysis for what type of team they want to field.
Tight control in a transitional time period.
Nice motivation on the Oline while working w/limited talent.
Way to speak up because there is limited talent on the Oline (sorry-personnel issue not coaching)
No nonsense, straight shooting approach is a remedy for success w/this team.
"Alright Men, lets go out there, bust um in the chops & get somebody bloody. Keep working till you get it right. Take the W in battle & make the Bills Nation Proud."
by Blood, sweat & Win on Sep 11, 2011 10:27 AM EDT reply actions
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