• Skip to secondary menu
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

Two Bills Drive

Buffalo Bills News and Discussion

  • Home
  • Community
  • Schedule
  • Standings
  • Statistics
  • Roster
  • Salary Cap

Archives for January 7, 2018

As bars re-stock beer in Jacksonville, Buffalo Bills players talk about the Jags and the NFL playoff game today

‘Finally, all beer was gone at 9 p.m. and the bar was empty at 10 p.m.’

Pollock: Buffalo making playoffs doesn’t mean turnaround

‘The point is this … enjoy today’s game against the Jaguars, win or lose, for what it is, the end of an agonizing era, but not necessarily the beginning of a bright new future.’

‘The Process’: Bills players share their definition of McDermott’s pet word

‘”We don’t joke with the process,” linebacker Preston Brown said. “That’s something that’s really serious. Sometimes people say, ‘Playoff caliber’ (a slogan McDermott had plastered throughout the facility and on shirts), here and there. When they do a good rep or they do something good, they say, ‘That’s playoff caliber’ with a little bit of a smile. But you can’t mess with the process.”‘

Doug Marrone at ease in second chance as NFL head coach

‘The Bills hired Marrone during the period Ralph Wilson was an absentee owner. In charge of the show were Bills President Russ Brandon and General Manager Doug Whaley. They were in over their heads.’

Jerry Sullivan: Enjoy the moment, but keep standards high

‘Look, I don’t want to diminish the emotional and psychic benefit of what happened last Sunday. But the standard should be higher than sneaking in at 9-7 with a team that, statistically, is one of the worst NFL teams ever to make the playoffs.’

Bucky Gleason: Amid the jubilation, Sean McDermott pauses to reflect

‘”I firmly believe that we as a family were brought here for a reason, not from the perspective of a savior, at all, but more so that this is where we’re supposed to be as a family. I had a good situation in Carolina. We had a good quality of life. Bang, fast-forward six, eight, 10, 12 months now, and here it is.”‘

Jay Skurski’s Bills-Jaguars Scouting Report: Jacksonville in poor form entering postseason

‘Bills 20, Jaguars 17.’

Mark Gaughan’s Matchup Watch: Which Bortles shows up?

‘The Bills have had some rough moments against physical running teams like the Saints and Jets this season. True, the Saints gave everyone problems. But Jacksonville has a three-headed running back committee that has the ability to wear down the Bills’ front seven. Will the Jags try to power up?’

Mark Gaughan’s Play to Watch: Jaguars’ Power O

‘This was a power run for 29 yards by Fournette against Cleveland. He followed lead blocks by pulling guard Patrick Omameh (70) and fullback Tommy Bohannon (40). The Bills will need to be stout on the edge against the downhill-running Fournette.’

Mark Gaughan’s Big-Play Breakdown: Jalen Ramsey INT

‘Ramsey’s long arms and quick closing speed make him dangerous when he undercuts routes in zone coverage. That’s what he did on this interception of Pittsburgh QB Ben Roethlisberger in Week 5, a pickoff few cornerbacks have the athleticism to make. Tyrod Taylor will have to be careful Sunday throwing in Ramsey’s direction.’

Pregame primer: 5 things to watch when Bills visit the Jaguars

‘Can the Bills force Blake Bortles into mistakes? The Jacksonville quarterback has thrown more interceptions than anyone else in the NFL since he entered the league in 2014. Even this season, his 13 interceptions were fifth most in the NFL, and that was an improvement over his previous three seasons. The Jaguars are 2-6 this season when Bortles throws at least one interception and 8-0 in games he doesn’t throw a pick.’

Bills Mailbag: Why it feels like an upset’s brewing in Jacksonville

‘If they pull it off, can they go on a run? I wouldn’t predict with a trip to New England looming. As long as Brady and Belichick are there, I’m not picking against them. But, hey, there might even be good news on that front for the Bills after ESPN ran a story that set the Patriots’ empire might be crumbling from within.’

Phil Hansen excited to see Bills take next step

‘”The Bills haven’t been there for so long that it’s fun to be there, but I want them to be able to take the next step and not say we’re just happy to be in the playoffs” Hansen said. “I want them to go win the Super Bowl. This is just the first step because Sean is the right guy in place and they have some great players.’

Bills’ playoff outcome jolted former assistant Chris Dickson

‘“I remember Joe Panos, a guard on the team, he grabbed me. … He’s going ‘We’re moving on, we’re moving on.’ Typical coach, I’m like ‘The clock hasn’t hit zero.’ I was feeling the euphoria of the kick – this is happening – but knew it wasn’t over.”‘

The 1999 Buffalo Bills: Where are they now?

‘They’re coaches, business owners and financial advisors; educators, trainers and media members.’

From kindergarten to recruiting, Bills players recall where they were in ’99

‘So when we had the VHS tapes and all that stuff? I was born in ’95, so, I mean, I was very young. I would’ve been in Miami and Orlando at the time because my dad played for the Dolphins. So running around the Dolphins’ facility probably, being a rug rat, or at Disney World or something like that.’

Inside the Bills: Rookie contributions paint rosy picture for future

‘“The foundation of what Brandon Beane is doing here, coach Sean McDermott is doing here … seeing this team really formulating for the future, and seeing these future leaders, it’s just really awesome,” Jones said. “I’m so grateful to be a part of it, because there’s something special here. … It’s a new team, a new vibe, it’s a new energy, and I’m absolutely in love with it.”’

Sabres pulling for Bills — even as they face off right at kickoff

‘”We feel like we’re kind of one big team because of Terry and Kim. We root for each other,” Girgensons said. “It’s nice to see the Bills accomplish something like that. All the best to them. I really think if they can stop the run, they’ll be good.”‘

Kim Pegula had playoff tickets to give away and the pleas were awesome

‘The pleas that came in ranged from adorable to desperate, but all showed the passion of Bills fans — and strong GIF game by the Bills Mafia. She had given away the tickets within two hours but then moved on to field passes. Here are some of the tweets looking to be the lucky ones to get the tickets.’

Bills fans everywhere weigh in on the end of The Drought

‘“Dad, why do you keep watching their games when they lose all the time?” This was something my then 7-year-old daughter asked me in the midst of a 4-12 season back in 2010. I often joke that my display of fandom for the Bills to my children week in and week out, teaching them to cheer the team on with me no matter the result, is in part a character-building exercise. To teach them to never give up, to always keep the faith and believe there’s a better day coming.’

Bills Backers Club: Jacksonville chapter prepping tailgate lot for influx of fans

‘The group has organized the pregame tailgate party in Lot X at EverBank Field and a Saturday night gathering at Wing-It on Old St. Augustine Road, the Bills Backers of Jacksonville’s regular meeting place.’

Andrew Galarneau: The Bills make me wanna eat

‘But if the opportunity presented itself and I had the right company, that unicorn-rare combination of designated driver and trauma counselor, here’s where I’d go, and what comfort food I’d soothe my nerves with as history unfolds.’

Bills are underdogs, but there’s no way an upset of Jaguars is out of the question

‘Jaguars 20, Bills 13.’

Here’s how the Bills can beat the Jaguars in the AFC wild-card game

‘The Jaguars are a mediocre run defense, even with such a dominant front line that includes Marcell Dareus, Calais Campbell, and Malik Jackson, and playmaking linebackers like Paul Posluszny, Myles Jack, and Telvin Smith. Marcus Murphy and Mike Tolbert will probably share the rushing load, and it will be imperative for the Bills’ offensive line to get the job done because, unlike McCoy, neither of those two are going to be able to gain many yards on their own if the line breaks down.’

Bills vs. Jaguars: How to watch, listen, plus things to know before kickoff

‘The Jaguars finished with the second-most takeaways in the NFL with 33, one fewer than Baltimore and eight more than Buffalo (25).’

Livonia grad Bill Schuster draws Bills-Jaguars playoff game

‘Schuster, 59 and in his 18th season as an NFL official, worked his first game on Sept. 3, 2000 in Cleveland when the Browns hosted the Jacksonville Jaguars coached then by Tom Coughlin. Coughlin, a Waterloo native and two-time Super Bowl champion as coach of the New York Giants, is now executive vice president of football operations for the Jaguars.’

Will Shady be ready for Jags?

‘“The good thing about adversity and this team is that we’ve proved to be able to stay focused through the midst of whatever happens,” Taylor said. “We want the best for Shady. If he’s healthy, we want him absolutely to be out there playing and giving us his all. He’s a special playmaker; you miss him if he’s not out there, but at the same time, we can’t use it as an excuse. We’ll pick him up if he’s not out there.’

Buffalo Bills fans turn out in large numbers for Jacksonville Invasion party

‘Videos and photos on social media show that Bills fans have shown up to the Red Pinto Tailgate’s Jacksonville Invasion party in large numbers at Wing It.’

How Doug Marrone handled the noise leading up to game against Buffalo Bills

‘”I’m going to shoot everyone straight,” Marrone said. “This stuff happened so long ago, ok, there’s obviously been a lot of stuff out there. That stuff is done, over. I can’t put it any simpler than that. I’m not going to take away my primary responsibility to look back on a situation that occurred three years ago. If I do that, I shouldn’t be the coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars.”‘

Buffalo Bills at Jacksonville Jaguars national media Wild Card game predictions

‘I can’t say I’m too comfortable laying nine points with Blake Bortles, though, so we’re giving the Jags a touchdown-sized win.’

10 thoughts on how the Buffalo Bills match up with the Jacksonville Jaguars

‘But in a game in which both teams are so inexperienced, the results can be unpredictable. The Jaguars have a quarterback in Blake Bortles who threw more interceptions in the final two weeks of the season than Tyrod Taylor threw all season long. They also have a defense that has dominated throughout the year but has also been allowing big plays in bunches.’

Why Bills’ playoff game against Jaguars means a bit extra to DE Ryan Davis

‘The Jaguars cut Davis prior to the 2016 season. He landed in Dallas but his season ended due to a knee injury that required surgery. Davis eventually landed in Buffalo but not before enduring a trying year and a half. All the while, the Jaguars were building a defensive line that helped the team finish second in the league in sacks.’

17 best moments from Buffalo Bills’ drought-busting season

‘After winning their ninth game, Buffalo needed help from the Bengals. The team assembled in the locker room to watch Cincinnati’s attempt to tie or win the game late. Stephen Hauschka was able to record the moment that Andy Dalton connected with Tyler Boyd. The pure joy and excitement from the players was the ultimate highlight in an unbelievable season.’

Buffalo Bills vs. Jacksonville Jaguars: Preview, odds and prediction for AFC Wild Card game

‘Bills 17, Jaguars 13.’

From Haiti for Shady: Bills have an unsung hero, and punches the clock

‘“I’ve been sleeping and getting rest,” he said when asked about the hype surounding the city of Buffalo. “I’ve been driving home and coming back to work. From the minute we got here (for training camp), our head coach said, ‘Trust the Process’ and we are. We’ve had ups and downs but we’ve stuck together.”’

Four things to OBSERVE against the Jaguars

‘Unfortunately, the “next man up” for the running back position is either a slow, trucking back who ran for 3.7 yards a carry or a practice squad signing that took seven handoffs this season.’

Our view: Bills playoff appearance is truly deserved

‘It’s almost surreal, but a nice surprise to walk into any retail store or restaurant this week and see employees dressed up in Bills gear or wearing Bills hats, sweaters and/or coats. Bills signage is displayed prominently on vehicle windows and bumpers. Everywhere you go, happy people are talking Bills, talking playoffs.’

What’s Up With That: The Muchard family ‘billieves’ in the Bills and they show it

‘But there, on the white silo next to the big red barn, is the distinctive blue buffalo with the red stripe.’

Pat Bywater: Bills’ season special for more than playoffs

‘Despite the many friends he’s made among Bills fans, Ezra has been overwhelmed. In an interview Wednesday, he pointed out to me he was “born in El Paso, Texas, with no relation to New York, and yet they (fans) immediately jump in to help. That goes a long way. Each one will be blessed. It’s been very special to see all the Bills fans come together. … Carrying me on their back. All their messages are motivation for me to fight every day. Every donation pushes me further. Every post I read about myself or the Bills makes me stronger. It’s been a blessing in disguise. I’m thankful for my Bills family.”’

Erie’s Buffalo Bills fans savor return to playoffs

‘“This is the first time in my lifetime that I could say the Bills are headed to the playoffs,” said Sullivan Johnson, a sophomore at John Carroll and former running back at Cathedral Prep. “I’ve never seen it. I mean the first quarterback I can remember the Bills having is JP Losman or Drew Bledsoe. In fact, my first Bills jersey was a Bledsoe jersey.”’

Next Page »

Primary Sidebar

The Stadium Wall (Community)

Join in the Bills discussion at Two Bills Drive!
  • Bills Mafia shirt from Sunday Night Countdown
  • Bills Games Times
  • Cleveland going to let ProBowl LB Joe Schobert hit UFA.
  • Bills mafia needs to step their game up
  • by request: Wk 15 Pats at Bengals GDT 1pm CBS
  • A different perspective on Robert Foster (TBN article)
  • Wk 15: SUNDAY NITE FOOTBALL! Bills at Steelers 8:20 on NBC 1st Half Thread

Buffalo Bills Schedule

09/08 @ Jets 1:00 pm
09/15 @ Giants 1:00 pm
09/22 Bengals 1:00 pm
09/29 Patriots 1:00 pm
10/06 @ Titans 1:00 pm
10/20 Dolphins 1:00 pm
10/27 Eagles 1:00 pm
11/03 Redskins 1:00 pm
11/10 @ Browns 1:00 pm
11/17 @ Dolphins 1:00 pm
11/24 Broncos 1:00 pm
11/28 @ Cowboys 4:30 pm
12/08 Ravens 1:00 pm
12/15 @ Steelers 1:00 pm
12/22 @ Patriots 1:00 pm
12/29 Jets 1:00 pm

Buffalo Sabres News

  • Sabres take a ‘huge step’ by pushing back in overtime loss to Islanders
  • The Wraparound: Islanders 3, Sabres 2 (OT)
  • Sunday’s New York Coverage
  • Isles extend home streak to 6 with 3-2 OT win over Sabres
  • Sabres fight until the end, fall 3-2 to Islanders in OT
  • The Sabres played the Islanders tough and even, but lost in overtime
  • Sabres make comeback, lose to Islanders in overtime

The Aud Club (Community)

Join in the Sabres discussion at SabreSpace!
  • Casey Mittlestadt has been sent to the Rochester Amerks
  • Don't look now but the Sabres have gotten points in 9 of the last 10 games
  • Who is the better hockey player, Matthews or Eichel?
  • GDT: Sabres @ Islanders 12/14/19 1:00 PM EST
  • "Regulation time"
  • Cool remembrance of the Aud
  • Will Eichel crack the 100 point mark this season?

News Calendar

January 2018
S M T W T F S
« Dec   Feb »
 123456
78910111213
14151617181920
21222324252627
28293031  

Two Bills Drive Archives

About Us

  • Contact Us
  • Tailgating @Hammer’s Lot
  • Site Information
  • Support Two Bills Drive!
  • Join the Staff

GoBills.net Email Sign-in

Copyright © 2019 Two Bills Drive · All rights reserved

Partner with USA TODAY Sports Media Group