Bills 38, Raiders 35: Bills Ride Big Second Half To Victory
by MattRichWarren on Sep 18, 2011 5:39 PM EDT
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PrintThe Buffalo Bills led by Ryan Fitzpatrick and Fred Jackson mounted a furious second half comeback against the Oakland Raiders today, triumphing 38-35 on a late touchdown to cap an epic second half of football in the team's home opener.
The Bills converted two fourth downs on the final offensive drive including the winning score where Fitzpatrick found wide receiver David Nelson for his tenth catch of the game. Donald Jones converted the other fourth down in the red zone, blanketed by two Raiders defenders.
The Bills scored five touchdowns on all five of their second half possessions which began with a 43-yard jaunt by Jackson. Stevie Johnson's touchdown catch and another Jackson TD run gave Buffalo their first lead of the game at the beginning of the fourth quarter, 24-21. The Raiders and Bills traded touchdowns late into the fourth until Nelson's touchdown catch with 14 seconds left gave Buffalo the final lead of the game.
I am pumped. You are pumped. Let's celebrate this victory, Bills fans. Your team showed great heart and determination and stands atop the AFC East at 2-0. We'll have much more tonight from Brian Galliford who was in Orchard Park and tomorrow as we begin breaking down this amazing victory.
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FREDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDD
This even grates my passive cheese - LeClaire Bill
by poz on Sep 18, 2011 5:42 PM EDT reply actions 9 recs
Love Fred, love Fitz, love this freaking team!!!
"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
by dnvrBillsfan on Sep 18, 2011 6:39 PM EDT up reply actions
They are meaner, nastier, bigger, smellier. They score points, they play all FOUR quarters. They
believe they can win, they have an O line, they have a D line, Fitz has a pocket, S teams even tackled well, they throw to a TE, they block and create holes, excellent play calling, they tackle, they get a surge off the ball offensively and defensively, it is a new ERA in Buffalo…..thank GOD…..
Buffalo Bills or Die.
nope..they play hard all four...made the right adjustments and had a super comeback
played all four last week..as well…didn’t give up like the old bills….disagree.
Buffalo Bills or Die.
At least this time it was the RIGHT two. Remember the Jauron era where they were dead every 4th quarter!?
Hockey needs to start, like... now.
The 2011 Buffalo Bills - Not going 0-16 this year
Burgundy Wave - SBnation's home for the Colorado Rapids
Crystal Palace FC - Oh wait, we're winning games this year? That wasn't on the schedule until 2016!
I agree
First off, congrats on a second great win. I’be been saying for a while that you guys are for real and was surprised at all the negativity on this site in the preseason.
And nothing makes me happier than having the fins in the basement of the AFC east! Enjoy the win, a come-from-behind victory like that deserves a full week of celebration as a fan!
"I just build our guys up. If it's trash talking that I believe in our football team, then, yes, I agree with that statement. I'm the biggest trash talker there is." Rex Ryan
by OldJetsFanatic on Sep 18, 2011 11:11 PM EDT up reply actions
Number one scoring team in the NFL so far....lets keep it up...Sweet
Buffalo Bills or Die.
Not the same Bills
As my friend commented to me when the game was over, Oakland lost that game like the Bills used to lose games. What a great sight it was to watch this team overcome so much, and show the guts and heart to win a game that they had to battle hard to win.
Freddie Jackson, you are unbelievable. The number of tackles that he broke today had to be in the double digits. And Fitz, what a way to come back and show this team that you are a leader and a legit NFL QB.
The D needs work. The pass D especially, but that is for another day. Great game Buffalo, now lets ride this to a win against the Pats!!
"Winning is not a goal. It is a belief."
-Terry Pegula-
Great game Buffalo, now lets ride this to a win against the Pats!!
If we finally beat the Pats, I will be in a state of ecstasy!!!!!!!!
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by The Buffalo Kid on Sep 18, 2011 5:49 PM EDT up reply actions
Not to be a downer after that exquisite victory, but the Pats are going to shred our pass D. It will be ugly next week, let’s just enjoy this one.
"I got no problem with 7-9 coming off of 4-12 as long as I don't buy a couch there, you got to keep moving" - Mike Schoop
Agreed
When the Jason Campbell and the depleted Raiders receiver core are shredding us, the Pats will be worse. I’m not the analyst that some of the folks around here are, but it felt like the defensive play calling may have been partly to blame. Coverage seemed very soft and they killed us on third downs.
Leodis lost a couple of very tough plays to promising rookie receiver Denarius Moore. His coverage seemed solid, but the man made a couple of amazing catches. We won though, and hopefully it makes Leodis better.
by scottdswingle on Sep 18, 2011 8:34 PM EDT up reply actions
i said to the raider fan behind me after the campbell bomb td pass
you gave us too much time. i cannot believe you guys did that…
indeed, it was a last possession game, and only because the raiders
ran out of time on their last drive, and only because they gave us too much
time on our last drive, did we win that game…..
unsung hero, donald jones for knocking down what looked like a sure intercept
at the end, as well as making a great catch on 4th down between two defenders
just prior.
truly an amazing offensive slugfest, and hopefully Fitz has finally put all the doubters
to rest….
my girlfriend went to her first ever football game today, and will never forget the madness
and joy of the bills fans…
The 12th Man (sic) was fantastic!!!
by simonpure on Sep 18, 2011 8:13 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
This feels fantastic
Especially since the Raiders seem to be a better team than the Chiefs. And did Urbik lose his starting spot today?
The player I would like least at #9 would be my sister’s cat, Captain Creamsicle. She does have a great work ethic and agility, but I’m really concerned that at 9 lbs., she’s too small to play safety in the NFL. She also bites way too often on play action and is easily distracted by someone waving string in the crowd. Lastly, her wonderlic score was pretty awful, answering "meow meow meow" for most of the questions- Dr. Brackish Okun
I recognize that
but the team looked better with Rhinehart in as well.
The player I would like least at #9 would be my sister’s cat, Captain Creamsicle. She does have a great work ethic and agility, but I’m really concerned that at 9 lbs., she’s too small to play safety in the NFL. She also bites way too often on play action and is easily distracted by someone waving string in the crowd. Lastly, her wonderlic score was pretty awful, answering "meow meow meow" for most of the questions- Dr. Brackish Okun
maybe Ron will be able to help us answer that question
If you ask a question you don't want an answer to, expect an answer you don't want to hear.
"...at that point the cops showed up and I had the right to remain silent....but, I didn't have the ability." - Ron White
Ron hasnt finished the breakdown yet?
I kid I kid.
The player I would like least at #9 would be my sister’s cat, Captain Creamsicle. She does have a great work ethic and agility, but I’m really concerned that at 9 lbs., she’s too small to play safety in the NFL. She also bites way too often on play action and is easily distracted by someone waving string in the crowd. Lastly, her wonderlic score was pretty awful, answering "meow meow meow" for most of the questions- Dr. Brackish Okun
Not yet….will get started on it tonight.
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.
Not yet??!! NO SOUP FOR YOU!!!
"Being a Bills Fan is a Tough Job for Tough People…" – Luther6
by Montel on Sep 18, 2011 6:56 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
he limped off after an injury time out for him
did not look awful, but who knows……..
Urbik was in at the end of the game. He was hurt but went back in.
by MattRichWarren on Sep 18, 2011 6:59 PM EDT up reply actions
they said he will be out for a few weeks
"The Buffalo Bills have just exploded all over the Cincinnati Bangles"
-Steve Tasker-
No
Chan said Kraig will be out a few weeks. Roscoe… ‘a while’.
This is apparently correct. I thought I saw Urbik go back in. Must have been mistaken.
by MattRichWarren on Sep 19, 2011 6:19 AM EDT up reply actions
Just like the Texans did last year against the Jaguars
by theimmortalbenard on Sep 18, 2011 6:26 PM EDT up reply actions
couldn't watch the last play
rookies are always trying to add to their stat sheet but if we had lost because he didn’t knock the ball down I think I would have jumped off a bridge.
A Great Win!!!!!!!!!
KUDOS TO FRED!!!!!!!
SHOUT OUT to CJ for finally doing something!!!! Keep it up kid!!!!!
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by The Buffalo Kid on Sep 18, 2011 5:45 PM EDT reply actions
CJ was finally a part of the success
I think today was a huge step for CJ. Early on he looked better then Fred but we know how he turned it on in the second. Later on CJ made some very nice contributions. His best game to date in my opinion.
I prayed for patience and I'm STILL waiting for an answer
He wasn't who I thought he was today
He looked good today, decisive and no dancing.
North-South instead of Eadt West.
CJ piled up a little under a third of the yards he got on the ground last year today.
Let’s hope the light has finally turned on for him and hope he can keep it up!
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by The Buffalo Kid on Sep 18, 2011 8:51 PM EDT up reply actions
There is no doubt about it.
It was his best game.
He ran hard. Broke a few tackles, and wasn’t trying to run to the sidelines every play.
"There is not a loser in this room." Marv Levy.
by SERGEANT MAJOR THOR on Sep 18, 2011 6:03 PM EDT up reply actions
Fearsome twosome
Other teams are going to fear him like they fear Chris Johnson
"Being a Bills Fan is a Tough Job for Tough People…" – Luther6
Does buffalos have one of the best one two punch rushing
CJ is learning from watching how patient Jackson is. He is going to have a special season if he can get any carries.
I wouldn’t say that yet :)
"Slowly all the roles we act out become our identity. And in the end we are what we pretend to be." - Jerry Cantrell.
CJ vs. Fred
One has more speed and talent, one has more experience and determination
freddie has a ton of talent
and shows it every week.
never underestimate freddie’s talent..
he is arguably on his way to being the
2nd best back in recent bills history….
only behind thurman…but considering
what he has been running behind and how
he is used, he may yet be up there with thurman.,
the guy oozes talent……unbelievable balance,
strength, vision, cutbacks in traffic……………
spiller has more speed…..if he develops some
of freddie’s intelligence as a RB he will also do
great things
by simonpure on Sep 18, 2011 8:19 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
That guy who likes to stab people
He was pretty good too
Never confuse movement with action.
~Ernest Hemingway
by NolaBillsFan on Sep 18, 2011 8:30 PM EDT up reply actions
Oh, c'mon!
32 only did it ONCE….
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"Nick Barnett is everywhere. He is behind you right now." -- Munchausen
by ChuckBuffInFlo on Sep 18, 2011 8:42 PM EDT up reply actions
Now we find out if we are real or not. . .
But I’m much more excited now for NE.
I hate it when you guys close comments before I am done commenting in a thread.
No weekend spent pantsless is a wasted weekend.
by sireric on Sep 18, 2011 5:50 PM EDT reply actions 2 recs
I could but that would take effort on my part. Plus it would be cheating to reopen it make a comment then close it again just i could get the last word in.
No weekend spent pantsless is a wasted weekend.
And the problem with that would be…?
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by ChuckBuffInFlo on Sep 18, 2011 7:26 PM EDT up reply actions
who says you would have to close them right away again?
If you ask a question you don't want an answer to, expect an answer you don't want to hear.
"...at that point the cops showed up and I had the right to remain silent....but, I didn't have the ability." - Ron White
It’s one of the benefits of being a chosen one. :-)
by MattRichWarren on Sep 19, 2011 6:19 AM EDT up reply actions
This game was agonizing..
Checking my phone every 30 seconds at work, yelling at it to refresh faster during the 4th Q.
can’t wait to get out and watch it on rewind.
by Moiax on Sep 18, 2011 5:50 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
let's call a spade a spade
It was great to see these Bills improve. Last year, we lose this game, this year, Fitz won’t let us lose. Great comeback, great poise. Only negative is the defense still has ZERO pass rush. However, Fitz wouldn’t let us lose today. Fitz, Freddy and Stevie are truly studs
"Show me the baby": - Buddy Nix "The biggest mistake most GM's make is misevaluating their own talent." - Michael Lombardi
Lots
And I mean lts of holding on the raiders last drive… Just saying. And kw was held. Ome earlier and it wasn’t called
I'm waitin'..... @killascript on twitter
Merriman was hauled down on the final hail mary
should have been a holding call and end of game period.
as for raiders defensive backs, i saw several times raiders had bills
shirts pulled and no pass interference call, esp bad was the grab on
stevie johnson the play before fitz through the interception…
i saw one right in front of me, which was right in front of the ref at the
goalpost in the end zone, on the final drive…
raiders were doing a ton of grabbing and few calls were made….
but the merriman take down was brutal obvious and could have
been decisive…..should have been called. have to call those…..
but they wanted to let the raiders get the pass off and see what
happened. terrible officiating
Oh, definitely. The one on Stevie was so flagrant he even had his pads ripped out from underneath before he attempted to catch the ball.
"I could have conquered Europe, all of it, but I had women in my life." - King Henry II of England
Merriman take down
That was ugly! Merriman was horse collared and tackled. the referees were pathetic.
"Being a Bills Fan is a Tough Job for Tough People…" – Luther6
Holy Focolly!!
Holy Focolly what an exciting F*#King game, My daugher and I had the pleasure of watching the game with garyg and as always had a Bills fan kinda day—enjoying the food, drink, Bills and most of all the company…
The Bills put up 38 on a very good defensive team and 41 on the Chiefs Can it be that they are averaging 39.5 points agame—please pinch me!!! I know it is only the first 2 games and it will come to a halt but for the first 2 weeks of “2011” I’m riding the ectasy train an enjoying every minute of it…
What can we say but bring on the Pats and make us proud!!!
.
"Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are."
-- John Wooden
Measuring sticks
Last week Buffalo beat a bad team.
This week Buffalo beat a good team.
Next week Buffalo plays an elite team.
If Buffalo beats the Patriots then we’ll know where the Bills stand in terms of development—winning games that should be won, beating good teams and even taking out the occaisonal elite team.
Oh, and Buffalo is not atop the AFC East standings. Buffalo has 1/3 of the AFC East lead with the Jets (2-0) and Patriots (heading to 2-0 against San Diego) each holding 1/3 as well.
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.
Yup
Gotta beat the Pats (or at least not get destroyed) to find out where we really are as an up and coming team.
"There is not a loser in this room." Marv Levy.
by SERGEANT MAJOR THOR on Sep 18, 2011 6:06 PM EDT up reply actions
gotta say that the Pats look awfully good. I will be very happy if the Bills are competitive. A win might be hard to get
"What in the hell have I gotten myself into?" - Bruce Smith HOF
Eh, Pats offensive looks awesome. But their defense didn’t for the second week in a row. Chargers racked up yards and were a one yard gain or one turnover difference from being tied in the final 4 minutes. Could be a high scoring affair.
I have low expectations. But high hopes.
by greysquirrel on Sep 18, 2011 8:20 PM EDT up reply actions
Pats lead
Cause they beat the dolphins week 1. And the bills should be number 2 because we beat two arc teams and the jets beat an NFC team week 1
I'm waitin'..... @killascript on twitter
by killascript on Sep 18, 2011 7:25 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
I’m pretty sure that the Bills are technically 2nd right now, just like you said.
Only 4 unbeatens left in AFC right now.
by Tom LeValley on Sep 18, 2011 8:57 PM EDT up reply actions
We'd be 3rd based on strength of schedule
Dallas > KC.
Still we’d have the second wildcard spot if the season ended today.
by NoiseIsTheBestRevenge on Sep 18, 2011 10:16 PM EDT up reply actions
Until the end of the season, when tie-breakers matter, I’m going to just say everyone that’s 2-0 is tied for first place.
"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 18, 2011 10:28 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
Buffalo’s 2 conference wins would trump NYJ 1… wins vs conference opponents comes into play before s.o.s.
GET TO THE CHOPPA!!!
by hoosier3 on Sep 18, 2011 10:52 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Heard there was a lot of holding on Williams
is that true (didnt get to see the game)? Also, it really seemed to me that the Raiders tackled our RDE on that final hail mary play right before he was going to get to Campbell.
Raiders o-line seemed to be hooking and holding everyone. Last drive I’d swear Merriman was held twice.
I have low expectations. But high hopes.
by greysquirrel on Sep 18, 2011 5:57 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah def
He was charging in and those tacked straight up tackled them
I'm waitin'..... @killascript on twitter
they leaned from the best....
just watch this Patsie/Charger game…
Optimistic??? Of course I am!! I'm a Bills fan, and as of right now, we are undefeated on the regular season!!!
Things are truly looking up!!!
Yes and Yes, the final play shouldn’t have happend, I would’ve gone ape$h!t iff they caught that hailmary and the hold didn’t get called.
We have an elite pass rushing LB who likes to conserve electrcity-Munchausen
by cencalclassics on Sep 18, 2011 6:09 PM EDT up reply actions
yes they tackled merriman
i saw it several times on stadium replay and could not believe they did not
throw the flag….
it was a blatant take down
Over on the Raider’s board they are whining non-stop about the Freddy 1 yard TD and claiming our Line was hooking their defenders during the game.
by NordicBillsfan on Sep 18, 2011 8:38 PM EDT up reply actions
Wow my bold predictions did not pan out fully
the bills did win the game i was right on that count, patriots…. no problem, the bills ride this momentum at home next week and str8 on through
Part of my prediction came true
I predicted the Raiders would score first, but I had NO idea how right I was!
"Being a Bills Fan is a Tough Job for Tough People…" – Luther6
Truly memorable
A memorable win for the good guys today…a complete joy to watch it unfold. Bring on the Patriots; I want the goal posts next week.
"There's only one C.J. Spiller." -Buddy Nix
Interesting...
I want the goal posts next week.
Not sure beating the Pats will be a “goalpost” moment, but when is the last time we could even consider it?
If you ask a question you don't want an answer to, expect an answer you don't want to hear.
"...at that point the cops showed up and I had the right to remain silent....but, I didn't have the ability." - Ron White
I would call it a goal post moment for sure.
No weekend spent pantsless is a wasted weekend.
by sireric on Sep 18, 2011 5:57 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
Yep
me too……its been too long
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by The Buffalo Kid on Sep 18, 2011 5:58 PM EDT up reply actions
I would rather it was for making the playoffs
or at least a MNF game. Just not sure people will be willing to risk a beating for the 3rd game of the season.
If you ask a question you don't want an answer to, expect an answer you don't want to hear.
"...at that point the cops showed up and I had the right to remain silent....but, I didn't have the ability." - Ron White
If this keeps up
The league will move one of our games to Sunday night!
"Being a Bills Fan is a Tough Job for Tough People…" – Luther6
Man, I hope so
If you ask a question you don't want an answer to, expect an answer you don't want to hear.
"...at that point the cops showed up and I had the right to remain silent....but, I didn't have the ability." - Ron White
I hope so, another 3am start hear in Australia…but it was worth it!
Marcell Dareus is Mount Doom!!
by muzza34 on Sep 18, 2011 6:37 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
In 1980, when the Bills beat the Dolphins for the first time in 20 tries (10 years), it was on week 3 I’m pretty sure. Goalposts went down.
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by thefourwinds on Sep 18, 2011 8:30 PM EDT up reply actions
It was opening day.
http://www.buffalorumblings.com/2010/9/7/1663185/september-7-1980-bills-end-20-game
by MattRichWarren on Sep 19, 2011 6:21 AM EDT up reply actions
Still, it wasn’t a playoff victory or anything.
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by thefourwinds on Sep 19, 2011 11:32 AM EDT up reply actions
If it's not a "goalpost" moment, then it would be a "cardiac" moment at least for me.
I don’t even want to think about the Pats right now with how our pass defense looked today. That game has the looks of an absolute beat-down to it.
I’m gonna relish our teams resiliency for a bit longer than normal this week. Gonna pull an ostrich move this week, lol.
"I got no problem with 7-9 coming off of 4-12 as long as I don't buy a couch there, you got to keep moving" - Mike Schoop
If the Bills beat the Pats next week and those goal post are still up it will be a travesty.
No weekend spent pantsless is a wasted weekend.
by sireric on Sep 18, 2011 5:57 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
I hope we get the chance to find out who is right :-)
If you ask a question you don't want an answer to, expect an answer you don't want to hear.
"...at that point the cops showed up and I had the right to remain silent....but, I didn't have the ability." - Ron White
First half....was utter garbage.
Kudos to Chan for making the proper adjustments at half………BIG UPS to the guys on offense for executing the game plan.
Freddy Jackson was a beast.
The OLINE was like 5 men possessed.
Fitz played with suck amazing testicular fortitude…..he showed me something today. It seems like the right call to go with him. I’m ready to ride things out with him for a little bit.
I dont even care about the defense right now.
I get to gloat to all the players and other coaches on my team who said the Bills were going down. (I’m actually thinking of going to practice in all Bills gear tomorrow)
Well earned win tonight for the Buffalo Bills.
The score dictated they pass
by norcaliangelsfan on Sep 18, 2011 5:56 PM EDT reply actions
Nice to see you positive
It was a great win and truly does give hope to the drought ending. Playoffs in the near future, certainly.
Sometimes it is better to be thought a fool than to speak and leave no doubt!
I'm positive when there are reasons to be positive.....
I dont believe in being positive just for the sake of being positive though.
The score dictated they pass
by norcaliangelsfan on Sep 18, 2011 6:02 PM EDT up reply actions 3 recs
Are you positive about that? LOL
"Being a Bills Fan is a Tough Job for Tough People…" – Luther6
by Montel on Sep 18, 2011 6:05 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
"Fitz played with suck amazing testicular fortitude"
What you sayin?
supposed to be "such"
my bad lol.
The score dictated they pass
by norcaliangelsfan on Sep 18, 2011 5:59 PM EDT up reply actions
I liked it better the first way :-)
If you ask a question you don't want an answer to, expect an answer you don't want to hear.
"...at that point the cops showed up and I had the right to remain silent....but, I didn't have the ability." - Ron White
by Joe P. on Sep 18, 2011 6:00 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
killing me
YOU ARE OUT of you kuku fufu mine craker laker Flaber baber FUNKI chunki brain. WE want to winn every year -- abayarde
it's still
sig worthy for someone…
Optimistic??? Of course I am!! I'm a Bills fan, and as of right now, we are undefeated on the regular season!!!
Things are truly looking up!!!
2-0. Bring On The Pats.
AND A TEAM, THAT FANCIES ITSELF A GOD, FEELS A VERY HUMAN CHILL DOWN IT’S SPINE.
"What we've got here is failure to communicate. Some men you just can't reach, so you get what we had here last week which is the way he wants it. Well, he gets it. And I don't like it any more than you men." -Unnamed NFL CBA negotiator
by BuffaloBlueBlood on Sep 18, 2011 5:58 PM EDT via mobile reply actions 1 recs
One souless team dispatched!
One more to dispatch next week, we know the Pats sold their souls for super bowls.
Girls use hair spray, Men don't.
DO YOURSELF A FAVOR AND GROW UP BY NOT USING HAIRSPRAY MALES!
Don't be a Paully!
by The Buffalo Kid on Sep 18, 2011 6:00 PM EDT up reply actions
Adjustments at Halftime!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Chan is really impressing me with are past coaching staffs did not make any adjustments during games. Chan has managed these games well we have time outs when we need them and we dont challange unnessacary play. IN CHAN WE TRUST!!!!
Rrrawrrrr, rrrawrrr like a dungeon dragon-Busta Rhymes
"Maybe i'm talking fast or your just listening slow"
The biggest failing of the Jauron era was his total lack of halftime adjustments. This is such a pleasant difference.
"I could have conquered Europe, all of it, but I had women in my life." - King Henry II of England
might want to add draft picks to that list
If you ask a question you don't want an answer to, expect an answer you don't want to hear.
"...at that point the cops showed up and I had the right to remain silent....but, I didn't have the ability." - Ron White
WOW, just read the entire first half thread and Undee is 100% right, get off the bandwagon until we win the superbowl…….Leo didn’t play half as bad as whats being written. The safets failed him on both the touchdowns……LEO" hey guys, I’m trying to cover a trackstar here, play over the top"……George WIlson" WHat, no you got this man, he only ran the fastest 40 at the combine, don’t trip, I’ll just trail and whatch the play from behind." Seriously, pay attention to everything that happens in a play, not just the end result….. Same goes for an entire football game, watch the whole thing before you say it’s over. For the record, the raiders aren’t a bad team, they seem to be well coached and all the Speed draft picks are starting to look good for them.
We have an elite pass rushing LB who likes to conserve electrcity-Munchausen
by cencalclassics on Sep 18, 2011 5:59 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
???
"There is not a loser in this room." Marv Levy.
by SERGEANT MAJOR THOR on Sep 18, 2011 6:10 PM EDT up reply actions
Hate to say it but...
you are making excuses. They get paid huge money to cover those “trackstars” and own it when they fail. The big plays were stopable, and our coverage simply failed to execute because they went for the pick instead of the knockdown. Almost cost us at the end of the game too. Any people on this site as fans of a 4-12 team are truly fans, and have every right to call a spade a spade. Bandwagons haven’t existed in Buffalo in more than a decade. We looked terrible in the first half on defense, and the offense didn’t execute. We still looked horrible on defense in the second half, but the offense carried us. We have alot of smart folks here who know their football team well. So chill on the bandwagon stuff.
Sometimes it is better to be thought a fool than to speak and leave no doubt!
by Airxx on Sep 18, 2011 6:11 PM EDT up reply actions 4 recs
And safties get payed big money to help over the top and not trail routes run by trackstars.
Absolutley everyone is entitled to there opinion, as am I, and me saying that people that called CJ Spiller a bust after 1 year and 120 or so touches need to wake up and smell reality, and figure out the difference between optimism, realism, and outright negativity. The judement on Spiller is the same train of thought imho that leads to The rest of the negativity. Supposed unreal optimism or speaking to soon and calling something(truthfully everything) failed after 1 year, what is worse.
Thats the issue as I see it the reality is sideways, Spiller sucks, Nix sucks, the team is doomed.STFU and see what happens, the backseat gm thing dosen’t work Woulda shoulda and coulda don’t matter anymore, whats happened the last 10 years dosen’t matter, this year and the last is all that matters.
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by cencalclassics on Sep 18, 2011 6:25 PM EDT up reply actions
Will agree about Spiller
There are those that feel he was going to be an instant impact player. But honestly, after all the draft busts we have had to suffer through, does it suprise you that some would comment that he was a bust based on his recent play? Today he looked good, but it was honestly his first real decent game. One game, as compared to a fair number of flat games. But I for one do not think he is a bust, simply under used. And winning two games does not make us a Super Bowl contender. Not being negative…just calling a spade a spade. Beat NE, then I’ll raise my expectations. Baby steps my friend.
Sometimes it is better to be thought a fool than to speak and leave no doubt!
Nobody said superbowl friend, and we should feel lucky to get anything out of a running back when he hardly plays, he has no oppritunity to get into a rythem. Yes, it does surprise me that 1 year in the NFL can make you a bust, or that anybody can even mention the word bust after only 1 year. I guess I just look at things different. I said it somewhere in here, the last 10 years don’t matter, last year and this year do, so you, from my point of veiw it surprises me that people would make a connection between the FO and coaches now, and those of 10,7, and 3 years ago. Call it orginasationally profileing, but it should stop already, these guys may or may not know what they are doing, but this is deffinetly a different Team and franchise than it has been.
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by cencalclassics on Sep 18, 2011 10:00 PM EDT up reply actions
And McKelvins biggest asset was supposed to be his speed.
He was simply out played for a couple of those balls. He may not have had the mental mistakes that he has in the past, but he’s still getting picked on for a reason.
"I got no problem with 7-9 coming off of 4-12 as long as I don't buy a couch there, you got to keep moving" - Mike Schoop
Fair point, but he was with the guy step for step so idk, just seems dumb not to help over the top.
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by cencalclassics on Sep 18, 2011 7:05 PM EDT up reply actions
Yes, that's what I was thinking, too
McKelvin is supposed to be an exceptionally fast CB, yet he kept losing footraces with WR’s all day. Safeties are not supposed to be as fast as CB’s so on those races down the sideline you can’t expect Byrd or Wilson to get in front of the receiver. That’s McKelvin’s job, and he wasn’t able to do it much today. Maybe Justin Rogers will be the answer in due course.
Safeties play 20 yards off the line of scrimmage. They have a lot of extra space to try and stay behind the receiver.
I have low expectations. But high hopes.
by greysquirrel on Sep 18, 2011 8:22 PM EDT up reply actions
not so much
McKelvin is supposed to be getting help on his inside. Bills were playing man under, 2 deep safeties. McKelvin should be favoring the outside, which he did, because he knows that he has deep help inside. George Wilson was too slow to recognize and took a bad angle after the WR got behind him. It’s not about speed. He wasn’t tasked with playing the WR on an island without help.
Yes, inside position is Wilson. McKelvin was right there with him. Sure, Mckelvin should have punched the ball out, but wilson should have intercepted it. I get annoyed at McKelvin’s inconsistencies, this is a make or break year for him. But Wilson was exposed more than once. He’s got some tape to look at.
I have low expectations. But high hopes.
by greysquirrel on Sep 18, 2011 8:38 PM EDT up reply actions
Wilson took better angles than Donte would have
And that receiver is going to be a BIG time star, he made very good grabs. It was also the best game I ever saw Campbell play, he was never that good in Washington. I was a bit shocked by that.
hey thanks for the mention, but my point was not get off the bandwagon! I love all the people on the bandwagon!
My point was made. Go Bills!
Try to be informed, not just opinionated.
Your posts always stick out to me, thay make sense and I knew an asian kid in High School named undee
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by cencalclassics on Sep 18, 2011 10:18 PM EDT up reply actions
the boo birds in the first half thread
should be ashamed of your crying, its the new bills baby—cmon!!
Yes, great game, the real bills are here. New team new attitude. may be best game(any sport i’ve ever watched.
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by cencalclassics on Sep 18, 2011 6:02 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
You must not be old enough to remember "The Come Back", The Miracle on Ice,
the Rumble in the Jungle…..down goes Frazier!!!!! It was a great game though.
If you ask a question you don't want an answer to, expect an answer you don't want to hear.
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Like I said, that I’ve watched, maybe I should’ve said, watched live,. was born in 81 so 3/4 don’t apply, but I get your point and I may have overstated. Best game I’ve watched live in a long time.
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by cencalclassics on Sep 18, 2011 6:29 PM EDT up reply actions
LOL.....it is all good....probably just means I have watched way to much sports in my life :-)
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I don’t think you can ever watch too much sports man.
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by cencalclassics on Sep 18, 2011 6:37 PM EDT up reply actions
Hilarious is all I can say, maybe travesty
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by cencalclassics on Sep 18, 2011 6:45 PM EDT up reply actions
I’m a huge boxing fan and have seen the 2 fights you mentioned. Floyd Mayweather faught in the city I live in. I went to the fight. Mayweather is as fast as anything I’ve ever seen move in person, it was almost scary. Lizards, cats, coyotes included.
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by cencalclassics on Sep 18, 2011 6:44 PM EDT up reply actions
When Mayweather throws a punch
Hummingbirds stop flying out of respect.
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CHEAPSHOT! Ref never dropped his arm to say fight, and wasnt even paying attention.
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by Eric Murawski on Sep 18, 2011 6:58 PM EDT up reply actions
They touched gloves.....
the fight was back on at that point.
Even the ref said as much in all the interviews and articles I read.
The score dictated they pass
by norcaliangelsfan on Sep 18, 2011 6:59 PM EDT up reply actions
Agree
Mayweather didn’tdrop out of his fighting stance, not his fault of ortiz wants a hug
If you intentionally headbutt a dude in the mouth, you deserver whatever you get after.
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by cencalclassics on Sep 18, 2011 6:59 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
this too.
The score dictated they pass
by norcaliangelsfan on Sep 18, 2011 7:01 PM EDT up reply actions
Ortiz wasn't paying attention either!
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Victor Ortiz=Fernando Vargas
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by cencalclassics on Sep 18, 2011 7:04 PM EDT up reply actions
No such thing as watching too much sports!!! ;)
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by Home Run Throw-up on Sep 18, 2011 11:12 PM EDT up reply actions
Got it on VHS tape....>>>
Buffalo Bills or Die.
I know a lot of skill position players made big nice highlight worthy plays
But my game ball has to go to Ryan Fitzpatrick.
But more importantly… My mini-game ball has to go to Donald Jones!
It was like he was mad Fitz threw it there and took his anger out by swatting the ball.
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by Baron Hashimoto on Sep 18, 2011 6:07 PM EDT reply actions
My game ball goes to Fred Jackson once again.
I agree that Fitz was terrific, and Donald Jones made an impressive play knocking away that potential pick in the endzone, but it seems to me that Freddie’s astonishing 43 yard TD run was the play that turned around the game for the Bills. It energized the entire team. I would also consider giving mini-game balls to Demetrius Bell and Andy Levitre who were both excellent in holding the left side on pass protection and opening up big lanes for both Freddie and C.J. on running plays.
David Nelson also deserves a mini-ball not only for his ten catches (some of them really clutch plays including the game-winning TD) but for his great run-blocking. My preseason prediction that Nelson is going to rack up over 1,000 yards receiving this year is looking pretty good right now (he is currently on track for 1,200 yards).
I was just about to give props to you (although I couldnt remember who said it). Most impressive to me about Nelson is that in big moments he seems to always be open, and I dont know that I have seen him drop a single ball this year. Great find by the scouting staff to see the potential in him.
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by Eric Murawski on Sep 18, 2011 8:02 PM EDT up reply actions
Well since the official game ball was given to Mr. Wilson...
How about we give mini-game balls to every player on the team today for not giving up and showing a great fighting spirit?
My brain is telling me to expect the Patriots to do what they’ve usually done to us in recent seasons, but my heart is telling my brain “Shut up! Buffalo’s going to do more than circle those damn wagons! They’re going to run them over!”
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by Baron Hashimoto on Sep 18, 2011 8:11 PM EDT up reply actions
I’ll go along with that, although I do think Fred Jackson is truly the heart and soul of this team and showed that today by single-handedly turning the tide.
by Macktruck on Sep 18, 2011 9:40 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
I think Fitzpatrick is just his same old self all the time with his even-keeled demeanor, and I feel like he does a lot to help that o-line succeed. And I dig it.
Freddie Jackson is obviously the leader of the backs. It seems like he’s the papa bear. Shows CJ Spiller how to do it, and CJ goes vroooom! Hit’s a nice big gainer. Good compliments to one another.
Last but not least there’s Stevie Johnson. He’s no doubt the leader of that receiving corps. Showing you don’t need that blazing speed or gigantic size to be successful in the NFL. And there’s no doubt when he’s got his ‘swag’ going, it’s hard to stop him.
The defense has held both Darren McFadden and Jamaal Charles under 100 yards, and that’s something to be proud of. They’ll get better. They have to right?
Of course I’m drinking the Kool-Aid, but who’s going to stop me? This team is playing with a “We’ll show you what we’re all about” spirit. And not taking a knee to anyone.
I love it!
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by Baron Hashimoto on Sep 19, 2011 4:47 AM EDT up reply actions
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOLINE>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
Buffalo Bills or Die.
Game Ball...O Line.............no F..ing Doubt>>>>>>>
Buffalo Bills or Die.
Agreed.
Zero sacks allowed and 8.7 ypa rushing? Holy crap.
Freddies two big runs
Had a lot to do with the high average
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Still the holes were there for him to get to the second level on those runs.
He is amazing at breaking tackles and making people miss, though.
Beers and Steaks for the O Line........Fitz is buying...;......
Buffalo Bills or Die.
Well, Spiller was like 4 carries for 63 yds. That’s nearly 16 YPC.
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by thefourwinds on Sep 18, 2011 10:05 PM EDT up reply actions
I know most on here weren't there....
but all the comments I read about heart attacks, and pulse slowing down, an such, made me remember a team of old, the Brian Sipe led Cleveland Browns. In those days, they were known by their fans as the “Cardiac Kids”…
Even more so today, I think our team deserves that moniker!!!!
Optimistic??? Of course I am!! I'm a Bills fan, and as of right now, we are undefeated on the regular season!!!
Things are truly looking up!!!
by Cinga on Sep 18, 2011 6:09 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
I said that same thing
to the Raider fans behind me at the bar I was at. Rec’d! The Caridac Kids 2011 – here we go!
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by ChuckBuffInFlo on Sep 18, 2011 6:12 PM EDT up reply actions
This is hard to argue with:
may be best game(any sport i’ve ever watched.
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maybe you guys haven't watched that much sports?????
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by Joe P. on Sep 18, 2011 6:11 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
to be fair
it was an amazing game by both teams with all the hallmarks of a classic finish
I see your point, Joe P.
It was just so nice to have one go the Bills way again. It’s been a long, looooooong time!
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by ChuckBuffInFlo on Sep 18, 2011 6:14 PM EDT up reply actions
you’ve got to see the 1992 AFC game with Buffalo and Houston (Oilers). That game was great. This game was good but that game takes the cake.
It's a man's own mind, not his enemy or foe, that lures him to his evil ways.
by bokecaponeny on Sep 18, 2011 6:13 PM EDT up reply actions
If you are a sports fan (an old enough) you will appriciate this
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UAxVSUeHASM
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that game was actually blacked out locally, if you weren’t at the stadium you didn’t see it, except for overtime in bonus coverage.
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by The Buffalo Kid on Sep 18, 2011 6:31 PM EDT up reply actions
Rabbit ears got us the SYR feed -snowy but something
In the year two thousaaaaaaand.
In the year two thousAAAAAAND!
by TheAfghanTwilight on Sep 18, 2011 7:09 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
My buddy had an old-school satellite dish (the giant kind), that got the network feed minus the commercials. I feel so fortunate that I was able to watch The Comeback live. Great memories.
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by Home Run Throw-up on Sep 18, 2011 11:19 PM EDT up reply actions
I have been very skeptical of Fitz
But what I took away from this game is that I am officially a convert. He is our guy, for the foreseeable future. He can lead this team like no QB for the past 10 years has been able to. He and Freddie and Stevie are a blast to watch. Yes, he started slow, but he and Chan made the necessary adjustments.
Do you guys understand that they SCORED A TOUCHDOWN ON EVERY SECOND HALF POSSESSION? That’s so fricken unbelievable. No Jauronian team would have made it to the red zone in five second half possessions, let alone scored TDs in all 5 of them. This win was unbelievable.
Also, the run D showed up again.
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I have a fitz alter in my living room where this season I have sacrificed rum and cigars…
Love the Amish Rifle. He never seems to lose his cool
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by muzza34 on Sep 18, 2011 6:28 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions 1 recs
If the Raiders DB doesn't drop that pick in the end zone that Chandler ends up catching are you saying the same thing?
Fitz was his usual self today. Ballsy, some bad, more good and lots of very risky throws.
We have to give him and this team a bit more time before we make any final judgement. The man does some guts and leadership skills though, don’t need more time to see that.
"I got no problem with 7-9 coming off of 4-12 as long as I don't buy a couch there, you got to keep moving" - Mike Schoop
I absolutely say the same thing. I love his gutsy play. I love that he trusts his receivers. I love that he commands this team. I love that he never thinks the Bills are out of the game. I love that he never gets flustered. I love Fitz, and all his gunslinging ways. I take the good with the bad.
"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 18, 2011 7:06 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
He’s a Bret Favre-style QB, which means that he comes with Favre’s gunslinging defects as well as his virtues. But I think he is a lot smarter than Favre (football smarts, I mean).
Agreed. If he commands this team the way he did in the second half today, I can deal with a few INTs. Although, part of trusting his receivers is trusting that they’ll make a play on the ball (like Nelson knocking the ball down on the almost-INT on the last drive). The chemistry is clear to me.
"Slowly all the roles we act out become our identity. And in the end we are what we pretend to be." - Jerry Cantrell.
Nah, regular smarts as well
Hockey needs to start, like... now.
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Not only that…. But on Chandler’s TD, it went through the LBs hand. Fitz has cajones……
by MattRichWarren on Sep 19, 2011 6:23 AM EDT up reply actions
That is indeed a statement....and everyone is watching....>>>>>>>>>>
Buffalo Bills or Die.
The Raiders and their fans kept saying “We aint the Chiefs” and they were right. The Chiefs were done in the 1st quarter. The Raiders couldnt keep up. They burned out after the 1st half. This win was even better that the beat down the Chiefs got. It showed the Bills can regroup and come back in a game. Both on defense and on offense.
It's a man's own mind, not his enemy or foe, that lures him to his evil ways.
by bokecaponeny on Sep 18, 2011 6:11 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
I also want to add
that the play of the game, in my opinion, goes to Donald Jones for knocking the ball out of the CB’s hand on the play before that last touchdown pass to Nelson.
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by stetzwebs on Sep 18, 2011 6:15 PM EDT reply actions 2 recs
hell yeah. with that interception the game would have been over. much props to donald jones
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by bokecaponeny on Sep 18, 2011 6:16 PM EDT up reply actions
Very heads up play
Agree 100%
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by muzza34 on Sep 18, 2011 6:25 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Last play
Merriman was definitely held. One of the two Raiders blocking him had his arm completely wrapped around his neck and pulled him down. It was right in front of the back judge and no flag. I was having a heart attack. Also saw on late game halftime show that 9 minutes after the game ended the ref came out to the field and announced after replay review the play stands as called – Buffalo interception.
prediction for 2011 season is 5 and 11
yeah that was nuts cuz everybody was gone for the most part. hahahaha fitz was already on his way home
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by bokecaponeny on Sep 18, 2011 6:18 PM EDT up reply actions
What a game!
The last game the Bills won like that — where I was on the edge of my seat on every single possession by both sides — was when Frank Reich led the Bills to the amazing comeback victory in the playoff game against the Houston Oilers. After a decade of frustration, it was great to see the Bills finally find a way to pull out a win instead of pissing yet another one away. I truly hope that the “culture of losing” has been broken and that this will be the start of a new era.
Meanwhile, I think we can see that last week’s victory over Kansas City wasn’t as big as we might have thought. KC looked even worse today, and Todd Haley might not be their head coach for much longer with the way they are playing uninspired football.
Injuries are killing them too.
Not enough talent to survive that.
Sometimes it is better to be thought a fool than to speak and leave no doubt!
I think your selling Detroit short
KC is certainly this years pansy, but the Bills and the Lions are waxing that @$$!!
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I have to say the First half felt/ looked like last season.......and then
they must have had one hell of a half time speech. They must have said….We are not that Team anymore! Now lets step up and be the Team we know we can be and WIN this!
Incredible game….Oakland should not hang there head, they played one hell of a game too!
Very surprised with all those injured players and put on a display in the air.
I save my judgements for tomorrow…Enjoy this Victory Buffalo!!! You never gave up!!!!
by Dareurush! on Sep 18, 2011 6:21 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
The Raiders’ fans will all (justifiably) say that they did not play a good game because their defense laid down in the second half. While I don’t necessarily think that’s true, it’ll be hard for them to take anything positive from this game (except maybe Campbell’s play, which impressed me). They’re NOT happy over at Silver and Black.
"Slowly all the roles we act out become our identity. And in the end we are what we pretend to be." - Jerry Cantrell.
Their DB Chris Johnson
will probably get taken out behind the woodshed this week. How many Interference calls did he have?
An un named source revealed what was said
The coach said: Guys, were behind and………….
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GO BILLS!!
GO BILLS, GO.
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by BuffaloBlueBlood on Sep 18, 2011 6:23 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
As I said earlier in the week....
…The Amish Rifle is your god now!!!
Marcell Dareus is Mount Doom!!
by muzza34 on Sep 18, 2011 6:24 PM EDT via mobile reply actions 1 recs
about the pass rush and leodis
i dont think leodis was that bad, yes he got burned 1 on 1 but if he was more aggresive to the ball he would ve at least batted down one of them. Also the safeties did not help him enough he had no help on the deep ball. For the pass rush, i didnt think we blitzed much, maybe once or twice with bryan scott so it was just 4 guys against 5, very vanilla. I think this was because of the effective screen passes by the raiders early in the game. Also I think we werent as aggressive because of mcfadden’s running ability, if we miss on the blitz he is gone for a touchdown for sure. he runs a lot of stretch and bounce plays. I’m not too worried about Leo because sometimes hes great and other times he just needs deep help. For the pass rush if we get a lead early and force them to pass more and STOP SCREENS, it would be more effective. We would blitz more and mix things up. But What a game! unbillievable! my face is still burning from the sun..
Fitzmagic
I agree about the blitzing. I didn’t see that many defensive plays, but they didn’t really blitz on any of them.
"Slowly all the roles we act out become our identity. And in the end we are what we pretend to be." - Jerry Cantrell.
yea
if they get a pass rush that would help Mckelvin a lot because i think he is good but once the route goes over 15 yards he gets lost. I think if we can blitz an ilb against the patriots along with williams, dareus, merriman, and carrington/edwards that we could collapse the pocket quick. But im glad they didnt do this against raiders because i think mcfadden is just too fast and if you miss him he is gone.
Fitzmagic
lost my voice at the game!
Add “come from behind” to the Fitz resume. I think that is a Big litmus test to Pass! awesome effort by many! Freddy breaks a tackle on almost every play. What a game! still no pass rush, that hurt us.
by PayUrBills on Sep 18, 2011 6:28 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
I think he added that to his resume after the Bengal’s game last year…I think the Raiders are a better team than the Bengals last year, but it’s not like he hasn’t done this before. This was his fifth, game winning/tying drive.
"Slowly all the roles we act out become our identity. And in the end we are what we pretend to be." - Jerry Cantrell.
But had he ever done so in such a state of pressure? That bengals game was awesome but they weren’t playing for much.
In the year two thousaaaaaaand.
In the year two thousAAAAAAND!
by TheAfghanTwilight on Sep 18, 2011 6:47 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
That’s true, I suppose. We haven’t lost the season yet :)
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Yes im talking about 2 minute drill stuff like Kelly, Elway and,Montana did many times. This is Fitz’s first. I truly beleive its a stepping stone to do it like that, manage the clock and make the plays. AWESOME to see Fitz do it in end.
by PayUrBills on Sep 18, 2011 8:41 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
The sweet part was clock management
We didn’t leave them enough time to come back and hurt is!
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i hope Johnson is ok
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Me too…he seemed not too bad when he was on the sidelines, so I don’t think it’ll be TOO serious…that being said, it’s still scary.
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Seemed to me like he got cleated. I played goalie in soccer, so that happened often. Hurts like hell, and your calf locks up making it hard to move, but in a few days its fine.
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by Eric Murawski on Sep 18, 2011 6:59 PM EDT up reply actions
talk about bad luck.....
Chiefs lost Jamaal Charles to injury today too……..that team is cursed.
The score dictated they pass
by norcaliangelsfan on Sep 18, 2011 6:36 PM EDT reply actions
Maybe not, they look like locks for Luck right now.
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wow
I can’t believe that game just happened
Hockey needs to start, like... now.
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by UZ on Sep 18, 2011 6:37 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
Good teams win close games, good teams convert 4th downs!
Great win Bills!
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by dnvrBillsfan on Sep 18, 2011 6:39 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
4-11 on 3rd downs though…ughers. I wonder how many of those were during the terrible first half.
"Slowly all the roles we act out become our identity. And in the end we are what we pretend to be." - Jerry Cantrell.
made up...
for it on 4th
Optimistic??? Of course I am!! I'm a Bills fan, and as of right now, we are undefeated on the regular season!!!
Things are truly looking up!!!
Well....
when you score on 5 possessions in the second half the answer is obvious.
by mikeo76 on Sep 18, 2011 6:53 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
Well, that doesn’t really tell me “how many” were in the first half and how many were in the second half. All it tells me is that they were at most 4/6 for conversions in the second half.
"Slowly all the roles we act out become our identity. And in the end we are what we pretend to be." - Jerry Cantrell.
good teams learn to win these type of games
I kept waiting for the luck to end but these Bills just keep on fighting.
its great to see Buffalo win some good games with scoring and defense. fitz is gonna make a lot of these analyst regret what they said about him.
It's a man's own mind, not his enemy or foe, that lures him to his evil ways.
I’m not so sure I’d say this was a good defensive effort. They did all they could to lose that game, in my opinion.
In the year two thousaaaaaaand.
In the year two thousAAAAAAND!
by TheAfghanTwilight on Sep 18, 2011 6:45 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
The Raiders’ defense did a little more :)
"Slowly all the roles we act out become our identity. And in the end we are what we pretend to be." - Jerry Cantrell.
And that’s awesome!
In the year two thousaaaaaaand.
In the year two thousAAAAAAND!
by TheAfghanTwilight on Sep 18, 2011 7:10 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
And how about Chandler
3 tds in two weeks to our shaved down yeti at TE.
Marcell Dareus is Mount Doom!!
by muzza34 on Sep 18, 2011 6:42 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
A first?
Is this the first time the team has won their first meaningful games at home and on the road in brand-new uniforms?
Also…
What I learned: Ryan Fitzpatrick CAN win in a pressure situation AND in the final seconds.
A HUGE round of applause from me to both Fitzy and the o-line.
In the year two thousaaaaaaand.
In the year two thousAAAAAAND!
by TheAfghanTwilight on Sep 18, 2011 6:43 PM EDT via mobile reply actions 1 recs
Played like the Amish Icicle. Fitz didn’t crack a sweat on the last drive
Marcell Dareus is Mount Doom!!
by muzza34 on Sep 18, 2011 6:45 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Easily the best game I've ever been to.
This week is going to be fun. There might be 100 points scored on sunday between its and NE.
Fitz = M(C)²
"Lets Go Buff! a! lo!"
by bflo on Sep 18, 2011 6:44 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
75 from the Bills I am assuming
Marcell Dareus is Mount Doom!!
by muzza34 on Sep 18, 2011 6:46 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Well of course.
Fitz = M(C)²
"Lets Go Buff! a! lo!"
by bflo on Sep 18, 2011 6:51 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Why do teams just blow it against our division rivals?
The Cowboys choked against the jets
and the Chargers just choked against the Pats!
AHHHH!
"The Buffalo Bills have just exploded all over the Cincinnati Bangles"
-Steve Tasker-
Frustrating listening to the
NE – SD game on the way home.
Fitz = M(C)²
"Lets Go Buff! a! lo!"
by bflo on Sep 18, 2011 6:52 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
I wonder how many teams in the AFC East are saying that about the Raiders right now :)
"Slowly all the roles we act out become our identity. And in the end we are what we pretend to be." - Jerry Cantrell.
Raiders will...
beat the Jests next week for sure…
Optimistic??? Of course I am!! I'm a Bills fan, and as of right now, we are undefeated on the regular season!!!
Things are truly looking up!!!
I’m guessing it’s in California?
In the year two thousaaaaaaand.
In the year two thousAAAAAAND!
by TheAfghanTwilight on Sep 18, 2011 7:12 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
This site is awesome!
But it’s even AWESOMER when the Bills win!
School and work definitely won’t upset me this week.
I'd like to thank Tecmo Super Bowl for making me Hawaii's #1 Buffalo Bills fan!
by Baron Hashimoto on Sep 18, 2011 6:55 PM EDT reply actions
Chan freaking Gaily
If the season ended today he is coach of the year……
by webadinc on Sep 18, 2011 7:01 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
how important is having a good tight end
Chandler is should a improvement over Stupar.
So....
how do you account for 3 points in the first half and 35 in the second, if not for adjustments?
Perhaps the Bills made no adjustments and the Raiders made really, really bad ones.
Thank you thank you thank you thank you sireric for bringing the furious punching cat back into my life. - poz
by bluecollarbuffalo on Sep 18, 2011 10:49 PM EDT up reply actions
Dolphins going to 0-2.....
happy day.
Now only if the Niners can hold off the Cowboys……this would be 2 really great back to back sundays!!!
The score dictated they pass
by norcaliangelsfan on Sep 18, 2011 7:10 PM EDT reply actions
I know I'm fairly critical at times...
But I’m going to attempt to be more engaging here, and enjoy the wins …and learn from the losses. But I promise…simply that I’ll try =)
In the year two thousaaaaaaand.
In the year two thousAAAAAAND!
by TheAfghanTwilight on Sep 18, 2011 7:17 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
Seems like Fitzy is getting to you, Afghan :)
P.S. I’ve put a “:)” way too often on this thread.
"Slowly all the roles we act out become our identity. And in the end we are what we pretend to be." - Jerry Cantrell.
No no no. Let me clarify. I have always liked him. But i’m VERY critical of him, and i’m still not sure after two games if he IS the franchise. I’ll draw my own conclusions at the season’s end.
I’m not sure how truly special he is and I don’t mean to imply he isn’t, or can’t be – just that it’s imperceptible to me right now. I need to see a number of things from him before I think he’s their answer. I need to understand his ceiling more. Today one of those things I needed to see happened: last second TD for a win. Not leading them to a FG, but a TD. He did it. That’s one of the big ones I needed to see.
I want nothing more than for them to have found the QB this team desperately needs. And if it’s Ryan, that’s a very very very cool thing.
(But I still do have hopes for Luck…not gonna lie.)
"Go check on the ribs!"
by TheAfghanTwilight on Sep 18, 2011 7:25 PM EDT up reply actions
Those of you who were in the game threads today, notice our new mantra...
which is now my signature.
"Go check on the ribs!"
by TheAfghanTwilight on Sep 18, 2011 7:21 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
LOL.....You should be a Cowboy's fan.
Romo cracked his today :-)
If you ask a question you don't want an answer to, expect an answer you don't want to hear.
"...at that point the cops showed up and I had the right to remain silent....but, I didn't have the ability." - Ron White
I kinda feel bad for Romo. Kinda.
"Go check on the ribs!"
by TheAfghanTwilight on Sep 18, 2011 7:54 PM EDT up reply actions
NOT!
The user formerly known as "PaperBagHeads."
"Nick Barnett is everywhere. He is behind you right now." -- Munchausen
by ChuckBuffInFlo on Sep 18, 2011 8:01 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
"geico play of the day"
aired after NE wins, was searcys interception at the end.
hardly the play of the game, but its nice to get some air time
by Matthew J Waldbillig on Sep 18, 2011 7:22 PM EDT reply actions
Fourth & Goal would have been way better.
by MattRichWarren on Sep 19, 2011 6:26 AM EDT up reply actions
Great Day...McKelvin just needs to learn
To jam at the line of scrimmage he tried to make it a foot race out there instead of trying to play corner.
He needs to be more physical then just using his speed. He should have had 2 picks instead of being burned several times.
Other than that I"m not concerned about the pass rush because i think we are just really locking down the run which we did maintain McFadden.
McKelvin was with him the entire play. The WR made a spectacular play, honestly. It was an amazing football play.
"Go check on the ribs!"
by TheAfghanTwilight on Sep 18, 2011 7:55 PM EDT up reply actions
Yes, but I’m waiting for my first round draft pick corner to amek an amazing football play at corner instead of at kick returner (which is the only place I’ve seen him make great plays….before he started fumbling all the time.)
Thank you thank you thank you thank you sireric for bringing the furious punching cat back into my life. - poz
by bluecollarbuffalo on Sep 18, 2011 10:51 PM EDT up reply actions
Hard to fumble on kick returns when they never occur
"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
by dnvrBillsfan on Sep 18, 2011 10:52 PM EDT up reply actions
I was talking about last year…..now all we need is a kickoff catcher.
Thank you thank you thank you thank you sireric for bringing the furious punching cat back into my life. - poz
by bluecollarbuffalo on Sep 18, 2011 10:56 PM EDT up reply actions
make!!!!!ugh…..half of my posts on here lately have been to correct typos……I might be OCD….
Thank you thank you thank you thank you sireric for bringing the furious punching cat back into my life. - poz
by bluecollarbuffalo on Sep 18, 2011 10:57 PM EDT up reply actions
Pash rush
Were we so concerned with stopping the run that we forgot to rush the QB? We really need to do a better job of getting after the QB.
Did we pressure JC at all today?
Never confuse movement with action.
~Ernest Hemingway
I dunno
We held them to 131 yds rushing.
"Being a Bills Fan is a Tough Job for Tough People…" – Luther6
I know
We did do a decent job at stopping the run. Do you think that we scarificed our pash rish for it?
Never confuse movement with action.
~Ernest Hemingway
by NolaBillsFan on Sep 18, 2011 7:36 PM EDT up reply actions
We only rushed four
I was puzzled by that. I Chan firmly believes in establishing your base offense / defense before you build on it. My guess is, they want to make sure everyone has the base down before they throw new wrinkles in. If ever there was a game for new wrinkles, next week is it!
"Being a Bills Fan is a Tough Job for Tough People…" – Luther6
Merriman had 3 tackles and one assist
"Being a Bills Fan is a Tough Job for Tough People…" – Luther6
watch the game-winning TD on nfl.com again, but focus on the block from Eric Wood. Holy smoke…
"What in the hell have I gotten myself into?" - Bruce Smith HOF
Wood laid the lumber on that play
If you ask a question you don't want an answer to, expect an answer you don't want to hear.
"...at that point the cops showed up and I had the right to remain silent....but, I didn't have the ability." - Ron White
What video?
.
I hereby nominate abayarde for BR boldest fan. By Mindbender
Agree. Its like pulling the panties off your new girlfriend for the first time!! By Sergeant Major Thor
by Buffalo for Eternity on Sep 18, 2011 9:33 PM EDT up reply actions
Earned a NFLN replay
With Fitz wired
"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 18, 2011 7:39 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
Really? Or are you yanking my chain?
If you ask a question you don't want an answer to, expect an answer you don't want to hear.
"...at that point the cops showed up and I had the right to remain silent....but, I didn't have the ability." - Ron White
tell me about it.....
I hate getting my chain yanked ;-)
If you ask a question you don't want an answer to, expect an answer you don't want to hear.
"...at that point the cops showed up and I had the right to remain silent....but, I didn't have the ability." - Ron White
Been too long for me..........
sad face
The score dictated they pass
by norcaliangelsfan on Sep 18, 2011 7:56 PM EDT up reply actions
From everyone?
"Go check on the ribs!"
by TheAfghanTwilight on Sep 18, 2011 7:56 PM EDT up reply actions
I'm married....sold my chain yanking
privileges for unlimited fun bags access :-)
If you ask a question you don't want an answer to, expect an answer you don't want to hear.
"...at that point the cops showed up and I had the right to remain silent....but, I didn't have the ability." - Ron White
Nice
"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 18, 2011 8:07 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Wed I think @8. Saw it go across the bottom if the screen while watching highlights
"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 18, 2011 7:58 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Fitzy contract extension
This is getting some national TV time discussion. Will we sign him long term?
Sometimes it is better to be thought a fool than to speak and leave no doubt!
How about a shoutout for David Nelson?
All these posts and nobody’s mentioning his great game? I mean the guy caught TEN passes today…… and never drops anything. This guy is good!
by ccthemovieman on Sep 18, 2011 7:49 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
The confidence with which he grabbed that final TD today was awesome to me. I knew he was going to catch it as soon as Fitzy threw it.
"Slowly all the roles we act out become our identity. And in the end we are what we pretend to be." - Jerry Cantrell.
he ALWAYS catches the ball with his hands, and strongly.
he is like Vincent Jackson to me. that is the reference i generally use at least.
ABAYARDE IS NOSTRADAMUS JUST WATCH WE WILL NOT YIEALD TO NOBODY YOUR SOUL WE WILL TAKE
by ThaRealTruth on Sep 18, 2011 7:52 PM EDT up reply actions
i been pulling for him to be the 2...
but today jones showed me he plain belongs… i don’t care where they line steve, or david, or donald up… they are gonna ball. Get Martin outta here… Bring back Naaman. but i can’t personally shout out for him. lost me my week in fantasy when J2 picked him up off waivers this week. ; ) i kid. i rooted for him all the same.
ABAYARDE IS NOSTRADAMUS JUST WATCH WE WILL NOT YIEALD TO NOBODY YOUR SOUL WE WILL TAKE
by ThaRealTruth on Sep 18, 2011 7:51 PM EDT up reply actions
Didn’t see the game, and Nelson has been my favorite Bill for a while, but I now officially have a man crush on him.
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by thefourwinds on Sep 18, 2011 9:01 PM EDT up reply actions
He is clutch.
"This is a chance to shine some light on the city, They say it’s too cold. I’m going to bring some warmth to it." Marcell Dareus
by matthew62 on Sep 18, 2011 10:58 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Awesome Game
Had to leave home immediately after the final snap and was nervous that the refs might over-turn the hail marry. Was so relieved to come and find that it held up.
Hope we can make it through the injury bugs.
Defense needs to get back to the drawing board a bit.
Hopefully they have been saving all their awesome blitz packages for the Pats!!!!!
by CarolinaBills21 on Sep 18, 2011 7:54 PM EDT reply actions
Felt Good
That was the first game in a long time that my heart was pounding and win or lose I felt like we finally have some special players with a lot to prove. Defense needs to make more plays but a win is a win is a win. I dont know how it will turn out but I like where it is headed and I find this team very likeable.
Post Game Press Conferences
are up on BuffaloBills.com
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"Nick Barnett is everywhere. He is behind you right now." -- Munchausen
Seeing this made a crappy evening a lot better
Departed from Paris for Venice while the score was 0-0 and just finally checked into a hotel at 2am (long story). Anyway, this made all the other crap disappear for a moment at least. Wish i had been able to watch. Can’t wait for the pats game!
"Nick Barnett is everywhere. He is behind you right now." - Munchausen
by RedStickBillsFan on Sep 18, 2011 8:19 PM EDT reply actions
crappy evening? dude, you’re in europe. how crappy can that be
"the man who created a legend; the legend who resurrected a franchise."
by chaucer on Sep 18, 2011 8:20 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
Delayed flight. Rain. Hotel booked with scam artist. And nothing under 5 stars with open rooms as the wife and I wandered the streets of Venice after midnight. Tomorrow should be much better!
"Nick Barnett is everywhere. He is behind you right now." - Munchausen
by RedStickBillsFan on Sep 18, 2011 8:23 PM EDT up reply actions
check out Wood at the 22 second mark
http://www.buffalobills.com/media-center/videos/Ryan-Fitzpatrick-Postgame-Press-Conference/c818aa7b-158d-44b1-8986-95119fc71a61#?id=7c090f2d-af2d-4e7c-be61-d0c68fd6d003
"Being a Bills Fan is a Tough Job for Tough People…" – Luther6
Insane!!!
Stood his man up and body slammed him!
"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
by dnvrBillsfan on Sep 18, 2011 11:21 PM EDT up reply actions
Doesn't work for me
All I get is the Fitz presser
"I got no problem with 7-9 coming off of 4-12 as long as I don't buy a couch there, you got to keep moving" - Mike Schoop
I did too, it’s on the page under the pressed video.
"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
by dnvrBillsfan on Sep 19, 2011 11:49 AM EDT up reply actions
Recognition
Last week I saws three different stories about the Bills at: http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/football/nfl/?eref=sinav&sct=hp_nv_a
That was when we were 1-0. I’m still trying to temper my expectations, but as a Bills fan in Indianapolis, I’m giddy like a school girl to go to the Bengals game in a couple of weeks. I spent a lot of money for 40 yard line in the 7th row, and the win today makes me feel better about my purchase.
If your giddy now, wait until Monday!
"Being a Bills Fan is a Tough Job for Tough People…" – Luther6
SO PUMPED!!!
Fitz is THE MAN, Freddy is beyond awesome. The oline continues to impress me. Shout out to David Nelson, stepped up big time. No quit. For the first time in like forever, I am pumped for a NE game.
Twitter @J_Clark_1989
Fresh back home from Orchard Park.
And I cannot talk. I cannot believe what I just watched. That was a fantastic game. Best part? I got a text from one of my Steelers fan friends on the way home, saying “poor bills. Go Steelers!” The last time she’d seen the score we were down by 4 with less than a minute. She assumed we’d lost. I got to point out to her that the Bills are now 2-0, while the Steelers are 1-1. That felt really, really good.
I’m so proud of these guys. They refused, just refused to roll over and die. It’s such a change from last year. Awesome!!
"...and dance by the light of the moon!"
Your friend sucks!y
"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
by dnvrBillsfan on Sep 18, 2011 10:58 PM EDT up reply actions
Gee, a Steelers fan that doesn’t know what’s going on, you say
Hockey needs to start, like... now.
The 2011 Buffalo Bills - Not going 0-16 this year
Burgundy Wave - SBnation's home for the Colorado Rapids
Crystal Palace FC - Oh wait, we're winning games this year? That wasn't on the schedule until 2016!
Wat a game by buffalo….even better I watched the game in Vegas in a casino surrounded by raiders fans and loved hearing them bitch and complain……big shout out too Donald jones who saved the game for us, by far the best play of the game to knock out the interception and save the day….watelse can I say I wanted to see these bills lose this year to get luck but now I’m starting to change my mind about these bills!!!!! Bring on the pats and break Brady in half in the Ralph next week Go Bills
WOW!!!!
What a game! Everything i thought the bills could be. Kudos to both sides of the ball. Recievers need to clean up some of their dropped passes and cb’s need to cover recievers just a smidge better but we played better than I thought we would be for our second game. Didn’t see merriman blitz alot think they are saving them for N.E.. So pumped. We thus far have a respectable football team. Thought this game would be a 3 pt game but wasn’t sure what side was going to win. What an ending. Go Bills
After reading some of the game thread and seeing that a lot of great plays were not covered in the highlights, I’m just about willing to plunk down $39.99 for Game Rewind (I know it’s a free trial for a day – signed up for it, will watch the game tomorrow – but I have a feeling there are going to be a few more like this one).
Here’s a question for those of you who watched the game: was Merriman getting constantly doubled again? Did he not look up to form? What’s the deal with no pressure on Campbell?
Not looking forward to the Bills’ D facing Brady next week, but I am impressed with the O, especially with coming from behind big today.
Give a monkey a typewriter and infinite time, and he’ll eventually release Maybin. -- stetzwebs
No one circles the waiver wire like the Buffalo Bills!
The D-line did not get much pressure on the QB
I can’t say for sure that Merriman isn’t gettting double teamed but it sure looks like he isn’t.
by billsfan4life on Sep 18, 2011 10:22 PM EDT up reply actions
He was also getting held on seemingly every single play, which didn’t help.
Hockey needs to start, like... now.
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Burgundy Wave - SBnation's home for the Colorado Rapids
Crystal Palace FC - Oh wait, we're winning games this year? That wasn't on the schedule until 2016!
Styles Make Fights...
That’s an old boxing truism, “styles make fights.” Buffalo and Oakland seem to be mirror images of each other – big offensive lines, big agressive defensive lines, active linebackers who fly to the ball.
I think both offensives were so familiar with the defenses, because they see it everyday in practice, they knew how to overcome them. There were NO sacks in the game, by either team.
It was like watching Ron Lyle and Ernie Shavers, standing toe-to-toe in the middle of the ring, throwing haymakers at each other. There were 7 knockdowns in that 1970’s fight.
by swampdog #1 on Sep 18, 2011 11:18 PM EDT up reply actions
What a fight that was
Wasn’t the Foreman vs Lyle fight better though.
Yep
He sure was being doubled a bit. I don’t think he is 100% back to form but he still is effective. You have to account for him when he is on the field. So it in turn is going to free up someone. They just have to make the plays.
Whitner maid the game-losing mistake for the Niners. We told em…
"What in the hell have I gotten myself into?" - Bruce Smith HOF
I would like to say one thing and it is to michael irvin. Who is garbage now beotch. Michael irvin said buffalo was garbage and would stop fooling everyone today. Who came out in top irvin.
"This is a chance to shine some light on the city, They say it’s too cold. I’m going to bring some warmth to it." Marcell Dareus
by matthew62 on Sep 18, 2011 10:54 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
Dude’s still too coked out to see straight.
"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
by dnvrBillsfan on Sep 18, 2011 10:59 PM EDT up reply actions
A few quick comments.....
…sorry if some thoughts are repeats from people above, I haven’t read all the comments yet (but I will).
- Absolutely thrilled with the win. This is definitely the type of game that past Bills teams would have lost. If they can do this semi-consistently, the corner has been turned.
- If the D gets the same pass rush (NONE) next week, Brady will tear us to shreds. He’s got over 900 yards in two games. Ridiculous.
- I’m sorry, but Leodis McKelvin sucks. All this “he shows flashes” stuff is wishful thinking. You can count his good plays on one hand, and he’s had mountains of bad plays in the same amount of time. He will hurt us as the season continues.
- I think I’m sold on Fitzy. If he performs next week in a big game, I’m all in.
- Living in L.A., I don’t get to see too many Bills games on TV at home. I was thrilled that I could watch at home today. Yet, as the Bills were driving for the go-ahead score in the final minute, CBS had to switch to the start of the Chargers game due to “contractual obligations”. Needless to say, I was livid. I had to wait for ticker info (and internet confirmation) to get the outcome. It was like the Heidi game all over again…..except it’s 2011. How could that happen in this day and age? Baffling. The NFL needs to review this policy.
Anyhow, a great, GREAT win, and next week will be the most meaningful Bills game in several seasons. Cannot wait.
Leslie Michael Jasper - 2013 All-Pro NT.
by Home Run Throw-up on Sep 18, 2011 11:07 PM EDT reply actions
Sunday Ticket my man… a necessity for an out of town fan.
"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
by dnvrBillsfan on Sep 18, 2011 11:22 PM EDT up reply actions
Better yet...find your local Bills Backers club and watch the game with them
I know I spend more at the bar each Sunday than the Sunday Ticket would cost, but watching with fellow Bills fans is worth it…..hands down.
"I got no problem with 7-9 coming off of 4-12 as long as I don't buy a couch there, you got to keep moving" - Mike Schoop
Very true, I know Denver has a loyal Bills Backers club.
"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
by dnvrBillsfan on Sep 19, 2011 11:48 AM EDT up reply actions
Every game, Like Every team is Different
Both the Bills and Raiders had sacks and QB pressures in week #1, but neither team had a sack today. It was due to the style of the game – It was an offensive duel. You can’t judge next week by today.
by swampdog #1 on Sep 18, 2011 11:25 PM EDT up reply actions
- I’m sorry, but Leodis McKelvin sucks. All this "he shows flashes" stuff is wishful thinking. You can count his good plays on one hand, and he’s had mountains of bad plays in the same amount of time. He will hurt us as the season continues.
You must have a lot of fingers.
Hockey needs to start, like... now.
The 2011 Buffalo Bills - Not going 0-16 this year
Burgundy Wave - SBnation's home for the Colorado Rapids
Crystal Palace FC - Oh wait, we're winning games this year? That wasn't on the schedule until 2016!
Nope, just the standard amount. :)
Leslie Michael Jasper - 2013 All-Pro NT.
by Home Run Throw-up on Sep 19, 2011 4:20 AM EDT up reply actions
- I’m sorry, but Leodis McKelvin sucks. All this "he shows flashes" stuff is wishful thinking. You can count his good plays on one hand, and he’s had mountains of bad plays in the same amount of time. He will hurt us as the season continues.
I don’t think he sucked yesterday. Only one pass did I think he was really out of position. On the others, the WR made a great play to get the ball with McKelvin ripping at his arm, etc. I’d prefer to say McKelvin has been adequate. That’s gonna get him burned a couple times a game but more often than not he’s been in the right position.
by MattRichWarren on Sep 19, 2011 6:32 AM EDT up reply actions
The thing about reality....
Is that everyones version is different. If I’m the Bills reality is well great at the moment, except for some questions in the secondary. If I’m the pats reality is equally great, hell they’re the pats… But their defense isn’t looking too hot either… Reality is both teams offense played very well against decent to good teams…
Reality, the Bills play NE at home. It will be sold out, it is a chance to get the monkey off the back. The pats have every reason to believe they will roll all over this no name squad just like they have in the past.
The Bills can’t change much in the secondary personelle wise now, they can only game plan and execute. That’s reality. The question is will they?
by Doctor Huge Pecs on Sep 18, 2011 11:23 PM EDT reply actions
Great game!
Props to the fans at The Ralph today. Although a not so wonderful outcome to the first half, I didn’t hear a single boo from that crowd. Everyone around me was upbeat and still Billieved! We stayed the course and the team finally pulled off a tight win. They will give me a massive heart attack one of these days. But all in all a great win. They have heart and a coach that calls the right plays. If they control the clock next week against the Pats they can pull off a shocker. The offense can hang with anyone! Can the D come up with a few turnovers? Go Bills!
Props to the fans at The Ralph today. Although a not so wonderful outcome to the first half, I didn’t hear a single boo from that crowd.
CBS said you could hear some at the end of the half.
by MattRichWarren on Sep 19, 2011 6:33 AM EDT up reply actions
we are getting ice-thin at wr
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Call up Naaman if it’s long-term. Not really a huge issue with Nelson in the slot. Since Parrish didn’t play special teams, Roosevelt won’t have to. :-)
by MattRichWarren on Sep 19, 2011 6:34 AM EDT up reply actions
Call up Naaman if it’s long-term.
Would love to see it!
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by thefourwinds on Sep 19, 2011 11:34 AM EDT up reply actions
They were
Edwards was definitely outcoached today. He is too conservative, unwilling to blitz. When all is said and done, a huge win. A "W’ is a “W”!
His number one goal was stop the run. They did an OK job with that. They need to do better in the scoring department but their run defense is apparently way better than 2010.
by MattRichWarren on Sep 19, 2011 6:35 AM EDT up reply actions
The secondary
I’m probably getting in here way too late so please forgive me if I’m just repeating what some one else said, but what the HELL happened to our secondary???? Two years ago our defense was pretty much in shambles with one lone exception, now it’s the opposite!
I wonder if I’m the only one who wonders why Chandler isn’t being used more, I know it’s early but guys like him need reps to keep sharp and I truly believe he has the tools become an elite tight end!
One last bitch (even though I’m not done celebrating), Why in the world would you take a guy who runs the best routes, catches everything thrown his way, and put him on the practice squad then re-sign a has been like ruvel martin?
Last year teams ran all over us so they didn’t have to pass the ball. This year The run defense is much improved so they are forced to pas more. The secondary might just be playing better but it looks worse cause teams are doing it more and making deeper throws. That is one problem for sure.
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One last bitch (even though I’m not done celebrating), Why in the world would you take a guy who runs the best routes, catches everything thrown his way, and put him on the practice squad then re-sign a has been like ruvel martin?
Because Martin is 20 pounds and three inches bigger. He caught everything that came his way in preseason, too. If they don’t like the drops, it’s an easy switch. :-)
by MattRichWarren on Sep 19, 2011 6:36 AM EDT up reply actions
I hear ya!
i would blame the poor pass rush, not the secondary. I was actually impressed with Campbell, but he DID have all day to throw. Cant let Brady have that.
I think it was Nelsons day on the short underneath stuff. Maybe they can alternate each week, Chandler and Nelson. They’re both playing great.
AND RIGHT ON! Roosevelt over Martin, I hear ya! Maybe he will get brought up since Roscoe may not be back soon.
34 first downs!
When was the last time we had that many? Great play calling in the second half by gailey.
by bizarro bills on Sep 19, 2011 6:53 AM EDT via mobile reply actions
Never. It’s a team record surpassing the old record of 33 in 1991.
by MattRichWarren on Sep 19, 2011 6:32 PM EDT up reply actions
Awe
Some.
Best 1/2 of football in a looong time.
Game balls- #13, #14, #22, #86 & coach for the playcalling.
The entire Oline should get one for its work as well.
- bellachick & brady will be attacking #37, #21 & sp teams kicking unit(middle of line) next week for sure.
"Alright Men, lets go out there, bust um in the chops & get somebody bloody. Keep working hard till you get it right. Take the W in battle & make the Bills Nation Proud." coach Karma420
by Blood, sweat & Win on Sep 19, 2011 8:26 AM EDT reply actions
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#’s 18 & 52 please
"Alright Men, lets go out there, bust um in the chops & get somebody bloody. Keep working hard till you get it right. Take the W in battle & make the Bills Nation Proud." coach Karma420
by Blood, sweat & Win on Sep 19, 2011 8:30 AM EDT up reply actions
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speed up the development of 23 & 25. Get 24 healthy
"Alright Men, lets go out there, bust um in the chops & get somebody bloody. Keep working hard till you get it right. Take the W in battle & make the Bills Nation Proud." coach Karma420
by Blood, sweat & Win on Sep 19, 2011 8:34 AM EDT up reply actions
what a game
i made the 7 hour trek to buffalo for one of the most exciting games of my life. I had not been to the Ralph since the late 70’s (they haven’t paved the parking lot since then either). My 13 year old daughter is now a big stevie johnson fan. A couple of notes from the game. Our running backs are very good, our run blocking on average. Our pass blocking is pretty darn good. Leodis Mckelvin was not so good. Our receievers are good at getting open, but had a case of the dropsies in the first half. Chan Gailey called a great second half. The misdirection was extremely successful for both the pass and run game. We are generating no pressure on the QB. Merriman spent a lot of the time on the sideline. We are pretty good tacklers.
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