Dustin Keller makes sense for Bills, Dolphins

RoadFan · 02-13-2013, 11:57 PM

I am nearly sure someone has written about this by now, but I must have missed it. Keller, according to most, is unlikely to be resigned by the Jets. The Dolphins and Bills could both use an upgrade at TE in the passing game. Granted, Scott Chandler is somewhat useful as a big target. Keller is by no means a big ticket free agent but he can definitely play, knows the division, and would certainly like to stick it to his old team if they let him walk.

WestCoastOffensive · 02-14-2013, 12:55 AM

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Originally Posted by RoadFan

I am nearly sure someone has written about this by now, but I must have missed it. Keller, according to most, is unlikely to be resigned by the Jets. The Dolphins and Bills could both use an upgrade at TE in the passing game. Granted, Scott Chandler is somewhat useful as a big target. Keller is by no means a big ticket free agent but he can definitely play, knows the division, and would certainly like to stick it to his old team if they let him walk.

Tell Dusty that he's finally going to have an offense! wtf

DDNYjets · 02-14-2013, 06:46 AM

Keller has played 5 years, we have seen everything he has to offer.

Looking forward to having some new TEs this year.

Bronxville Jets Fan · 02-14-2013, 06:54 AM

I view Miami as his strongest suitor in FA, which is why I don't want to see him go. Miami has plenty of cap room and has been looking a seam-stretching TE like Keller for years and years. It makes sense.

RaoulDuke · 02-14-2013, 07:03 AM

I have no problem with keeping Keller for a reaosnable price.

PatsFanTX · 02-14-2013, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by RaoulDuke

I have no problem with keeping Keller for a reaosnable price.

Do you seriously think Keller is going to give the Jets some sort of hometown discount so he can stay with the 30th ranked offense in the NFL?

FijiJet · 02-14-2013, 07:30 AM

zzzzz....

RaoulDuke · 02-14-2013, 07:34 AM

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Originally Posted by PatsFanTX

Do you seriously think Keller is going to give the Jets some sort of hometown discount so he can stay with the 30th ranked offense in the NFL?

In hometown discount you assume he can command big bucks on the open market.

He's a solid NFL starter. That's it. Would maybe a Pro Bowler if Brady was his QB, but he ain't.

Dimitri_0515 · 02-14-2013, 07:40 AM

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Originally Posted by PatsFanTX

Do you seriously think Keller is going to give the Jets some sort of hometown discount so he can stay with the 30th ranked offense in the NFL?

Your questions are in the form of douchery.

PatsFanTX · 02-14-2013, 07:45 AM

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Originally Posted by RaoulDuke

In hometown discount you assume he can command big bucks on the open market.

He's a solid NFL starter. That's it. Would maybe a Pro Bowler if Brady was his QB, but he ain't.

Keller will be considered a mid-level FA and no team is going to break the bank on him.

But some team out there with a need for a receiving TE will offer Keller alot more money than the Jets are willing/capable of paying.

RaoulDuke · 02-14-2013, 07:52 AM

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Originally Posted by PatsFanTX

Keller will be considered a mid-level FA and no team is going to break the bank on him.

But some team out there with a need for a receiving TE will offer Keller alot more money than the Jets are willing/capable of paying.

Coming off a so-so season, with injuries and an inconsistent carreer overall...it will be interesting to see the offers he gets.

jetster · 02-14-2013, 07:55 AM

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Originally Posted by PatsFanTX

Do you seriously think Keller is going to give the Jets some sort of hometown discount so he can stay with the 30th ranked offense in the NFL?

Keller doesn't deserve a big contract!
He can't block & doesn't break any tackles thus he's a glorified, slow WR.

Mainejet · 02-14-2013, 08:51 AM

Dustin Keller is not a top tier FA. There will be demand for him, that's for sure. But it isn't like Tony Gonzalez in his prime.

Dustin Keller is a second tier FA.

I would love for the Jets to resign Keller as he was always very important to our team. Normally, when he caught passes the Jets almost always won.

So I would love have Keller back. The Jets GM just can't go crazy overvaluing Keller like Tanny did so many times in the past.

124 · 02-14-2013, 08:53 AM

Have at him, inconsistent hands, **** blocking and all.

PatsFanTX · 02-14-2013, 08:53 AM

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Originally Posted by jetster

Keller doesn't deserve a big contract!
He can't block & doesn't break any tackles thus he's a glorified, slow WR.

In the right spread offense, Keller will be an above average TE based on his receiving skills.

No team is going to sign him for his blocking ability.

Joe W. Namath · 02-14-2013, 08:57 AM

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Originally Posted by PatsFanTX

Keller will be considered a mid-level FA and no team is going to break the bank on him.

But some team out there with a need for a receiving TE will offer Keller alot more money than the Jets are willing/capable of paying.

He will be a chicago bear.

jetfanbc77 · 02-14-2013, 09:17 AM

I think the ideal spot for Keller to end up is in Atlanta as the replacement for Tony Gonzalez. Dustin's speed, the indoor field, the outside WR's they already have would make him a tough match up. And he would then be on a team with a top QB. If Tony Gonzalez does retire as he has said, who better to fit in that offense of the Falcons ?

kennyo7 · 02-14-2013, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Joe W. Namath

He will be a chicago bear.

I agree. This makes the most sense for both parties.

sec.101row23 · 02-14-2013, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Bronxville Jets Fan

I view Miami as his strongest suitor in FA, which is why I don't want to see him go. Miami has plenty of cap room and has been looking a seam-stretching TE like Keller for years and years. It makes sense.

I think Miami will look to sign Greg Jennings as well. Keller would play the Jermichael Finley role in that offense, and with Jennings on the outside, they would immediately upgrade that offense.

chirorob · 02-14-2013, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by RoadFan

I am nearly sure someone has written about this by now, but I must have missed it. Keller, according to most, is unlikely to be resigned by the Jets. The Dolphins and Bills could both use an upgrade at TE in the passing game. Granted, Scott Chandler is somewhat useful as a big target. Keller is by no means a big ticket free agent but he can definitely play, knows the division, and would certainly like to stick it to his old team if they let him walk.

He's average. The Dolphins and Bills are striving to be average. It's a perfect fit.

02-13-2013, 11:57 PM	#1
RoadFan is tired of the Jets missing on their 2nd round picks. Veteran Join Date: May 2007 Location: Northern Michigan Posts: 1,855	Dustin Keller makes sense for Bills, Dolphins I am nearly sure someone has written about this by now, but I must have missed it. Keller, according to most, is unlikely to be resigned by the Jets. The Dolphins and Bills could both use an upgrade at TE in the passing game. Granted, Scott Chandler is somewhat useful as a big target. Keller is by no means a big ticket free agent but he can definitely play, knows the division, and would certainly like to stick it to his old team if they let him walk.

02-14-2013, 06:46 AM	#3
DDNYjets Bye week buh bye Rex Hall Of Fame Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: New York Posts: 12,209	Keller has played 5 years, we have seen everything he has to offer. Looking forward to having some new TEs this year.

02-14-2013, 06:54 AM	#4
Bronxville Jets Fan The eternal optimist Veteran Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Eastchester, NY Posts: 1,122	I view Miami as his strongest suitor in FA, which is why I don't want to see him go. Miami has plenty of cap room and has been looking a seam-stretching TE like Keller for years and years. It makes sense.

02-14-2013, 07:03 AM	#5
RaoulDuke Son of Ham Hall Of Fame Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Paris, France Posts: 11,869	I have no problem with keeping Keller for a reaosnable price.

02-14-2013, 07:30 AM	#7
FijiJet waiting for our pass rush thunderbolt All League Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 3,433	zzzzz....

02-14-2013, 08:51 AM	#13
Mainejet impatiently waiting for the Jets to win the SB Hall Of Fame Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 11,833	Dustin Keller is not a top tier FA. There will be demand for him, that's for sure. But it isn't like Tony Gonzalez in his prime. Dustin Keller is a second tier FA. I would love for the Jets to resign Keller as he was always very important to our team. Normally, when he caught passes the Jets almost always won. So I would love have Keller back. The Jets GM just can't go crazy overvaluing Keller like Tanny did so many times in the past.

02-14-2013, 08:53 AM	#14
124 All Pro Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 7,958	Have at him, inconsistent hands, **** blocking and all.

02-14-2013, 09:17 AM	#17
jetfanbc77 Waterboy Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 82	I think the ideal spot for Keller to end up is in Atlanta as the replacement for Tony Gonzalez. Dustin's speed, the indoor field, the outside WR's they already have would make him a tough match up. And he would then be on a team with a top QB. If Tony Gonzalez does retire as he has said, who better to fit in that offense of the Falcons ?