Rocky Landing

Last Sunday vs. the Dolphins, TE Gesicki really seemed to be the biggest thorn in our side from their offense. The Bills will really have to have an answer for the Eagles REs, especially in 2 TE sets.

Escobar season?

I know that taking the knee would have been the smarter thing to do, but... I was so glad Hyde ran it in for the TD!

Allen's pattern seems to be, every week, to start slow, and finish strong. That's not the worst thing. But, for those feeling concerned with him, go back and watch some of his last season's performances (if you have the means). And, try to remember the knocks on him, and how they have changed this season. Remember how many were knocking his accuracy, last season? His poor decision making? His inability to complete the short throws? How he couldn't lead his receivers? How he wouldn't throw until he saw his target get open, or turn to receive the ball? How he was too quick to flee the pocket? These are all things he has improved upon. Remember how he was considered a "raw prospect" coming out of college? Does anyone think he has reached his ceiling? And, we should not forget how poorly the coaching staff handled his rookie season. Listen to us! "Dang... what's up with all these fourth quarter comebacks...???"

The Dolphins were a balanced team yesterday. You really have to appreciate Flores-- even as they have been taking players out from under him, he has his team getting a little better every week. I was thinking yesterday after halftime that Daboll had adjusted really well (which does seem to be one of his strengths), and the Phins hadn't really adjusted at all. But, then again, how much can you adjust at halftime with that personnel? The Miami FO is tanking, but Flores is not. He's the real deal, IMO, and I hope he gets rewarded after being the front man to a crap show this season.

As I recall, this was one of the positives on him from his draft scouting reports-- that he finished blocks, not just stopping guys, but running them backwards, often past the whistle.

Did he have more than one? The one I remember-- and I am going to rewatch the game today-- Ford wrapped the guy up. Not a crap call at all from what I remember. This has been my impression, as well. I noticed him getting beat more than once. But, I also saw him run like a snow plow on a couple run plays.

Ford did a few things right today. But, mostly he was terrible-- especially in the first half. Morse is worth the money. Knox was a liability today. Bad penalties, and two horrible dropped passes that really cost us. Someone mentioned during the game thread that Hughes was invisible. That was sorta true in the first half, but it sure wasn't in the second! Bojo almost had me fooled during the Titans game that he may not be terrible. Not today. I still have faith in Allen. But, as many have said, I sure would like to see "Second Half" Allen play in the first half.

After today's win vs. Miami, Gore now needs 134 yards to pass Barry Sanders as third all-time rushing leader.

The Dolphins looked like the Dolphins on that TD.

Duke back out there!

What did they say about Duke's injury?

It wasn't. And he dropped two passes that he absolutely should have had. Both those drops cost us.

Nice pass.

Knox has been a liability this game.

Best thing Ford's done all day.

Looked like his hand

I think it's genetic for some...

Offense: TE Austin Hooper from the Falcons. I love having Lee Smith, and I think the leadership he provides, and his excellent blocking makes him worth having on this team. I think Knox is going to grow into a serious playmaker, but I also think there are consistency issues. Hooper could be the TE that we were hoping Kroft would become. It's hard to have much faith in Kroft's ability to stay on the field (assuming he ever gets on the field!). I don't know if Sweeney would pass waivers to make it on the practice squad-- if it came down to a choice to cut either Sweeney, or Kroft to make room for Hooper, I think Kroft would be the likely choice. But, either way, I wouldn't mind seeing Hooper, Knox, and Lee all in Bills uniforms on game day. Defense: OLB Shaq Barrett from the Bucs. Does anyone else want to see more sacks? Plus, as much as we love him, Lorax isn't going to be around next year. Barrett has nine sacks so far this season. We'd have to pay him. And, we'll have to pay Milano next year also. But, if Beane could work it out, a starting LB trio of Milano, Edmunds, and Barrett could be a DC's nightmare in 2020.

I would absolutely loathe being a Pats* fan.

I would take Drake over Yeldon in a heartbeat, but I would be very surprised if Beane, or McDermott were willing to manage the team in that way.

Dang. Now Drake has something to play for on Sunday.

Half this board was shaking it and massaging it on Sunday...

On Sunday, when we lose to the Dolphins, I am going to blame this thread.

Well, here I am trying to be sarcastic, and you just go ahead and double down. Well played, sir! EDIT: Or, uh... ma'am. Whichever the case may be...