Marlon McCree is visiting OBD today....

by Kurupt on Mar 3, 2008 2:56 PM EST

WGR's Howard Simon has learned that Free Agent Safety Marlon McCree will visit with the Bills in Orchard Park today. McCree was released by San Diego this weekend.

He's a solid safety that would give us better depth that we have now. He's a better player than Wilson and would definitely push Simpson, as I believe he's a free safety, but don't quote me on that. Either way, he'd improve our depth at the position and get a proven veteran presence on the field.

Anybody heard anything regarding Bryan Scott?

Also, Sam Aiken signed with the Patriots. Haha.

Just another great fan opinion shared on the pages of BuffaloRumblings.com.

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McCree

He'll be 31 in a couple of weeks. Has good size (5'11, 202 pounds). ESPN/Scouts Inc. rate him at 69 (that's the highest level for "average starter," right below "good starter" but it appears that this scouting report is a bit outdated (i.e. written after last season):

2007 Scouting Report - Scouts Inc.
Grade: 69 | Key
Alert: None

Comment: McCree is a veteran safety who was a stabilizing force in San Diego's secondary in his first season as a Charger. He isn't real tall, but has a strong body and enough size to play in the box, although he will get swallowed up at times. He is very light on his feet though and is quick to change directions. He is effective in a variety of coverages, including man to man against backs and tight ends or over the top in deep patrol. He is a smart football player who can bait quarterbacks and has a fine understanding of what an offense is trying to accomplish. McCree has good hands and ball skills. He is often around the ball and is a reliable tackler with some striking power. He is a very solid football player who does everything well, but also doesn't blow you away with any area of his game. That being said, he also doesn't have glaring weaknesses. He is a valuable starter who handles all the secondary adjustments and does a fine job.

John I.

by jri111 on Mar 3, 2008 3:08 PM EST reply actions

in comparison...

Ko Simpson is 24 and is rated at 67 by Scouts inc., two beloe McCree.

Just to compare stats:

Simpson in 2006 had 77 tackles (55 solo) with 2 INT's and 1 sack. In the same year McCree had 59 tackles (42 solo), 1 INT, and 1 sack.

In 2007 McCree had better numbers: 69 tackles (50 solo), 3 INTs and 0 sacks...

John I.

by jri111 on Mar 3, 2008 3:14 PM EST up reply actions

Well, Let me say

That as most know I have been very outspoken and opposed to the idea of drafting Safety Kenny Phillips at #11, I have mentioned that I personally do not think that we need to do anything at this postition, but re-sign Bryan Scott, however I am actually very intrigued by McCree, he would be a very nice veteran presence and a PROVEN plamaker in the secondary and he comes from a winning team. I really really do like Ko but this could be a good signing to motivate and teach Ko to truly be his best.

Playoff Bound in '08!

by SP @ Buffalo Rumblings on Mar 3, 2008 3:21 PM EST reply actions

No Thanks

we have more important places to spend whats left of the available budget. Simpson has too much potential to not be given a shot at starting this season.

by kaisertown on Mar 3, 2008 3:35 PM EST reply actions

Doesn't make much sense

Unless they don't have faith in Simpson.

This could just be "cover all your bases" kind of move. Let McCree come in, if he wouldn't mind being a backup/possible starter and he doesn't cost much, whats it hurt?

by RabidBuffalo on Mar 3, 2008 7:54 PM EST reply actions