Buffalo could use help at edge rusher

Josh Allen Jerseys 2019 , but the team will not be trading for Clark."WhiteFanposts Fanshots Sections NewsNotesOpinionAnalysisDiscussionPodcastNFL DraftSalary CapNotes2019 Buffalo Bills free agencyBuffalo Bills not in the running for DE Frank Clark trade with Seattle Seahawks, per reportsNew,50commentsBuffalo could use help at edge rusher, but the team will not be trading for Clark. EDTShareTweetShareShareBuffalo Bills not in the running for DE Frank Clark trade with Seattle Seahawks, per reportsIt’s no secret the Buffalo Bills could use an edge rusher, coming off a season where they ranked 26th in sacks. But in the days leading up to the annual NFL Draft, it doesn’t appear Buffalo will be making a move to acquire dynamic defensive end Frank Clark from the Seattle Seahawks. The Bills were rumored to be interested in Clark back in March, when Fox Sports’ Jay Glazer mentioned Buffalo as a potential landing spot. That report was quickly refuted by multiple media members, and those rumors have officially been put to rest in a tweet by ESPN’s Jordan Schultz. Clark, 25, is a talented defensive end who can both set the edge and get after the quarterback. He received the franchise tag from Seattle, meaning Buffalo (or any potential suitor) would need to surrender a first-round pick to get Clark White Tremaine Edmunds Jerseys , then would need to hammer out an expensive new contract. For comparison’s sake, Clark is similar in accomplishments and skill sets to defensive end Trey Flowers, who just inked a five-year deal that will pay him $18 million per year. Clark has recorded 35 sacks in his first four seasons in the league, and is coming off a 2018 campaign that saw him amass 13 sacks with three forced fumbles and one interception. Clark is widely viewed as one of the best up-and-coming pass rushers in the league, and is coming off seasons with ten sacks, nine sacks, and 13 sacks over the last three years. The Bills have been linked to edge rushers like Clark, Ziggy Ansah, and even Dee Ford during free agency. Buffalo could still turn to the draft for help at defensive end, as Jerry Hughes is entering the final season of his current contract. Meanwhile, the team has a looming decision over what to do about Shaq Lawson and his fifth-year option, and while the team committed a lot of money to Trent Murphy last offseason Tremaine Edmunds Jerseys 2019 , the results (along with Murphy battling injuries) haven’t matched the free agent contract so far. What’s everyone saying about former Iowa Hawkeye tight end, Noah Fant"WhiteFanposts Fanshots Sections NewsNotesOpinionAnalysisDiscussionPodcastNFL DraftSalary CapNFL DraftBuffalo Bills NFL Draft CoverageScouting Report: tight end Noah Fant a potential target for the Buffalo Bills in 2019 NFL DraftNew,31commentsWhat’s everyone saying about former Iowa Hawkeye tight end, Noah FantEDTShareTweetShareShareScouting Report: tight end Noah Fant a potential target for the Buffalo Bills in 2019 NFL DraftThe 2019 NFL Draft is nearly here and perhaps you’d like to get to know a bit more about some possible targets of the Buffalo Bills. While the addition of Tyler Kroft this offseason helps the tight end room, the near consensus is that Buffalo would be wise to add a playmaker at the position. Let’s take a minute and see what everyone is saying about former Iowa Hawkeyes tight end, Noah Fant. Noah Fant has declared for the NFL Draft as a junior, which might have taken him off the Buffalo Bills’ board a couple years ago. Breaking out as a sophomore in 2017, Fant pulled in 30 receptions for 494 yards, which is an incredible 16.5 yards per catch (led the nation among tight ends). Fant also scored 11 touchdowns that year (tied for the lead and school record). Fant cooled off in 2018 from a yards-per-catch and touchdown standpoint but was still very productive with a stat line of 39 catches, 519 yards and seven touchdowns. Noah Fant is often discussed in the same breath as former teammate T.J. Hockenson. There’s some debate as to which player is the better prospect, with the possibility one could be the first tight end off the board. Here’s a touchdown to enjoyThere aren’t many red flags for Noah Fant. A concussion stands out as the most severe prior injury. Off-field concerns don’t appear to be an issue at all. There are whispers of locker room issues with Fant’s brother publicly questioning Fant’s under-utilization. There are suggestions that Fant was also personally displeased and that it may have contributed to his decision to declare following his junior season. Percentiles refer to comparisons within the tight-end group. The number of “through the roof” numbers for Noah Fant make others look worse than they actually are. Height and hand size are both average for the position, for example. His weight is a little low but his wingspan is a little above average. Similarly Color Rush Thomas Sweeney Jersey , Fant’s bench press is perfectly average, though the “dip” in the chart makes it look bad. Now the fun numbers. Everything in the speed and agility departments are well above average, with only his 20-yard shuttle being below 90th percentile. Put the whole chart together and Fant profiles as a slim tight end with top-notch athleticism. His physical measurements alone make him an intriguing potential selection. Even when sorting the spider chart to compare Noah Fant to all “ball-carriers” and “skill positions” he ranks well. And another touchdown to enjoyThe consensus on Noah Fant’s strengths echo his physical measures to a large degree. Route running as well as deep speed (Fant ran a 4.50 second 40) are noted as positives. The ability to track the ball, adjust and leap to get it if needed are talked about as if Fant played wide receiver rather than tight end. Fant’s weaknesses often come back to his lower-than-average weight. Blocking, the ability to survive contact with his route intact and focus on the ball in traffic are routinely cited as concerns. In his scouting report, Lace Zierlien of NFL.com graded Fant at 5.90 which, translates to “Chance to become NFL starter.” It’s very close to “Should become instant NFL starter” but not quite.Blocking example. Not flawless but effectivePutting it all together, Fant’s profile drifts very close to wide receiver territory with a tight end’s size. A team looking to draft Fant would likely be able to utilize his athleticism right away while refining blocking technique in an attempt to make him a more complete player at his position. Per Dan Lavoie, Fant would compare to Eric Ebron or Evan Engram as a speedy tight end. For Buffalo he would stylistically compare most closely to Jason Croom being more of a receiver than a blocking tight end.