Lapham on WRs

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(03-10-2016, 12:30 PM)Shake n Blake Wrote: I don't think people are necessarily upset that the Bengals didn't sign a MLJ replacement on the 1st day, it's more that we've all seen enough to know that the Bengals aren't likely to pursue a WR in FA. It's a bit frustrating that the Bengals rely on the draft to solve almost every problem.

That formula has worked for the most part. I blame the lack of on field success 100% on the head coach at this point, to be frank. The front office has assembled one of the most talented rosters in the AFC, hell, the entire NFL for a few years now. The head Chef hasn't figured out what to do with the ingredients yet and may never will.

But the FO? They have been down right shrewd! Prudent at the right moments, and opportunistic when called for. Building through the draft is what got the Bengals Warrick, Johnson, Housh, Sanu, Green, Jones, Eifert, etc. etc. Free agency is what landed Coles, Bryant, and TO. Not long term multi year quality guys - but guys looking for money or one last payday. They provided no positive impact to the organisation or team culture.  ESPECIALLY at the WR spot where the FA WRs are typically hired guns and not championship minded guys.

I love what the Bengals are doing and have ZERO issues with their approach. The talent on the roster has NOT been the problem for the Bengals.