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That's kind of a contrarian way to look at it. If Reid/mahomes, Burrow/Taylor, Harbaugh/Jackson, Shotty/Dak, Campbell/Goff don't even make it to the Playoffs it would seem McD making it again would be thought of in a more positive light. The plan had been get many bites at the apple - they are doing that. The more shots the better the odds that one will hit. Looks like another attempt is going to happen this year whereas it won't be happening in Dallas (and maybe not in Detroit, KC, and even Baltimore). If McD didn't make the post-season it would not be better for him, not at all.

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I was listening to the all 22 review LockedOn Bills podcast and had the thought of just how much one player can change a unit. Joe Marino remarked how Shaq was sprinting behind Benford during the pick six. Shaq just brings an attitude and confidence to the D we haven’t had during McD’s tenure. Allen Cook Benford Shaq Bosa Kincaid is 5 B

Was at the game... can confirm it was to avoid a delay of game. Team was busy celebrating and not getting lined up. He called it with about four or less seconds on the play clock. I think he was also trying to argue that they set the play clock too soon, but the refs didn't budge and he was forced to take it.

Is there a way for us to miss the playoffs completely if we go 2-2 over the final 4 games?

I mean the stadium itself was absolutely bonkers at that moment. You have the sideline and stands going berserk. Poor conditions on a side of the field that has accumulated some snow, so you need to brush off the ground. It was too important to go up 4 there to take a penalty and potentially miss the kick.

The defense has improved from the first half of the season. Players have been substituted ( i will add that it appears to be reluctantly under the guise of injuries) but weak lb, both safeties are much better now. There is almost no pre snap confusion now which helps- that improved with the play call switch. I still don't like it that they try the rush 4 deep zone philosophy to start every game before going to a style that works- blitz packages and press man. Sometimes we cant get out of the hole we dig.

1) Bad for 6 and better for 5 is how you have a "bad" 115 passer rating against going into week 13. I think there was a premature rush by some to point out that he wasn't giving up much yardage after the bye........when the team itself was leading the NFL in least passing yardage allowed......largely because they were getting trampled so easily on the ground. He's gotten back to himself and may even be leveling up even in recent weeks. 2) Yeah certainly appeared that he was playing tentatively. 3) Contract slotting is really just a GM/agent tool. Contracts are first and foremost about timing. I think you have to judge a player on their performance relative to their peers and how that relates to the highest aav at the position. It's simpler and also very imperfect but more genuine because you don't have to exclude players with less than 4 years experience and players who are over performing their poorly timed contracts etc. etc. That's why I never use slotting to support or discredit a player but will use PFF.

obviously Cook and Allen. Kincaid Dawkins Ed Bosa Benford Bishop

We agree on something.

LOL. HOW CAN WE MISS YOU IF YOU WON’T GO AWAY?

You mean like the Rams getting bold and winning a Super Bowl? Yeah, sign me up for that.

I wouldn't say it was the only choice, but I was surprised myself. Mostly for two reasons: the playing conditions would seem to give you a (slightly) greater chance of recovering the onsides kick, and the fact that the Bills hadn't punted the whole game. I would have thought Taylor would want the ball more than hoping his defense could stop the Bills offense. But I can see it both ways. Now back to the OP topic...

I think he'll have a market because he had 35 sacks the last 2 years prior to this one. I don't know what that market is, but defensive linemen seem to be able to play well into their 30's if they can stay healthy. I'd imagine less than he would have gotten last year, and likely only a 4 year deal with an out after 2.

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I tried for a business card for Flacco, but couldn't cobble it up. 🙁

I agree. I'm pretty satisfied with McD's job this year and overall growth as a HC. He used to be pretty bad at game management and not aggressive enough, but most of that has changed. He saw the way the D couldn't stop Burrow and was really aggressive early on, in turn. He went for the jugular on that 4th down throw to Hawes. I think he's solid. I think the OC and DC let him down sometimes and I think Beane hasn't hit on personnel. But McD is not our issue.

That has always gotten misunderstood.. and I still stand by what I meant.. BB would take Jones over Allen (in the draft with the same write up for both going into the draft as they had when drafted) because he believes he only needs a game manager and someone who won’t turn the ball over.. that was never ever meant to mean Jones. Is better than Allen.. Their final 4 games are Packers, Jags, Chiefs, Chargers.. 3 of those are fighting for playoff position or their playoff lives the other is the Chiefs who are dead in the water but face Denver I believe in KC.. they could go 0-4

Yes, we have to be bold to get over the top and win the SB. Why don’t we get difference makers! Beane is asleep at the wheel and afraid to make moves! NOW is the time to go all in with Josh in his prime! Am I doing this right?

I think bettors are figuring they have as good a shot as any to get the 1 seed in the AFC, which is a huge bump in a team’s chances to get to the Super Bowl.

I doubt Brady would need anybody on the inside to suggest doing something other than trying to run through that brick wall in the middle of the field on every first down might be a pleasant switch... especially since every single defensive coordinator in the league takes that play for granted! The Bills are pretty much guaranteed to be facing second and at least eight on practically every series! Another pet peeve here... how about snapping the freaking ball at different times on a regular basis instead of letting the defense know it ain't ever gonna get snapped with more than 3 seconds left on the clock! Try snapping it at around 10 seconds once in a while... besides scaring the hell out of the defense it may even be rewarded by a few offside penalties here and there if the opponent doesn't know exactly when we're gonna be snapping the ball.

The race for the AFCS is going to be a good one to watch between the Jaguars and Texans.

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