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Billieve Podcast: The mistake by the lake as Buffalo Bills fall to Cleveland Browns

Bad week.

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On the latest episode of the Billieve Podcast, host John Boccacino and co-host Jamie D’Amico discuss what went horribly wrong (and a few things that went right) during the Buffalo Bills’ (6-3) 19-16 setback vs. the Cleveland Browns (3-6).

Among the topics discussed:

  • Offensive coordinator Brian Daboll had a poor day calling plays for the Bills’ offense.
  • Quarterback Josh Allen’s struggles on the deep ball continued (he’s now 0-for-16 on passes that travel 30 or more yards in the air. On passes of at least 20 yards, Allen has a 36.4 passer rating.
  • Running back Devin Singletary, who averaged 5.25 yards per carry, wasn’t utilized nearly enough vs. Cleveland, which has struggled stopping the run game. His lack of usage was baffling...
  • As was the decision to throw the ball 41 times in a one-score game.
  • Outside of the eventual game-winning drive, Buffalo’s defense stood on its head for much of the day, especially at the goal line, where 11 Browns plays netted a total of three points until the game-winning touchdown.
  • Cornerback Levi Wallace and placekicker Stephen Hauschka each picked a terrible day for their worst performances of the year.
  • Buffalo’s playoff chances took a major hit in the loss.

Check out the latest episode of Billieve to find out our podcasters’ thoughts on these topics and more, then leave your thoughts in the comments section.

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