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Going through life with that face is punishment enough.

The real question I wish someone would answer is if the Browns are allowed to hire an assistant coach from a team that is owned by someone who also owns an NHL franchise? I seem to recall an obscure ruling on this topic. I think it was U.S. vs. Fishbein.

@Nihilarian well you're certainly a ray of sunshine! If Dawson's Creek doesn't have stone for hands half of the time and the WRs don't drop an alarmingly high rate of catchable passes, the Bills' offensive numbers would have been significantly better. I think the answer to the Bills' offense lies in three words: enhanced WR talent. They also need a capable complement to Singletary. I'm not nearly as down on Daboll as you are. I believe Knox will work on his hands all offseason and Beane will find the missing pieces. Everyone is talking about how hard the schedule will be -- the Bills will play SIX games against playoff teams (counting the Pats*** twice), three at home and three on the road. Now is not the time to bemoan the fact that the Bills will return their coaching staff mostly intact for the third straight season. We should expect everyone to be better next year than they were this year. McD's mantra is to get better every day. Why would we not think Daboll follows that trajectory as well?

I noticed she didn't swallow it.

Just joking around, man. But it always amazes me how Bills fans will take any opportunity to "warn" themselves that the bottom could fall out at any time.

You know, I was sitting here thinking to myself what a fun season it was, and how well the Bills are situated to add to their success and become a consistent, legitimate contender, and, dadgumit, it I didn't say to myself that I hope somebody starts a thread about how we were just lucky and are just as likely to suck next year. Thanks OP!

This. I re-watched the end of regulation of our playoff game to see the tying FG drive and Tessitore exclaimed, "NEVER in the history of the NFL has a postseason game been tied at 19 going to overtime!" And I thought to myself "so...?" The guy is horrible.

I would presume that the last thing on Daboll's mind is whether or not he is "grooming" his eventual replacement. He clearly wants a HC gig but until that happens the best way for him to present himself as a viable candidate is by showing success in his current role with the Bills. He is and will be focused solely on making Josh and the offense better. Now, if Dorsey also wants to move up the ranks he is no doubt absorbing everything while also contemplating what he would do in that role, so that if/when Daboll leaves he is prepared to state his case to McD why he should be the next OC.

Even though folks like to equate Cleveland and Buffalo fans as "long suffering who deserve a winner" I just can't root for the Browns to succeed so long as that crook owns the team. When I read that he requires game-planning meetings with the HC I almost lost it.

Sure, "things change quick" but certain franchises never become irrelevant and if you've listened at all to Beane and McDermott they've said all along they are all about sustained success. The Bears are not a good comparison with the Bills for many reasons, most of which have already been laid out in that thread.

Agreed. The guy was playing hurt and still looked like a difference maker out there. Yes he had a couple of penalties but he's a monster. I love to hear a guy who makes no bones about wanting to win.

I'm really curious if even the most cynical, skeptical fans among us dispute this. Unless you still don't believe Josh Allen is a franchise guy, I don't know how you could not be excited moving forward. We finally appear to be on the cusp of becoming a year-in, year-out contender.

Don't sell yourself short -- I'm sure there are lots more things to confirm you have no idea about football.

I'll root for the AFC winner, whether it's KC or TEN. Have never liked the 49ers or Packers.

I'm glad Daboll will be returning for the sake of continuity and Josh's continued development. I have no doubt Beane is going to find playmakers for this offense and Josh will have more to work with next season. This is better than starting over with a new coordinator.

There was a reason why, right after our loss to Baltimore, I said "I want to see them again."

So now you just comment on an article you make up in your own mind, and then double down on your ignorance when called out. Brilliant!

Why exactly are you guys answering this douche?

Looks like the match is at 11 pm (EST) tonight. Go Jessie!

I hope you're right. This team needs 1-2 more legitimate playmakers at the WR position -- an "always there" bailout option for Josh and more depth.

Man, when does training camp start?

That's disingenuous. Look at the VERY PAGE you cited -- both examples given are exactly what I'm saying!

So you're countering my opinion with a site that posts opinions? Brilliant.

Wrong.

This move makes sense. You really only want one Carson in an organization. Mmmm....water bottle....mmmmmm