Dan

I, too, must admit Reed had a good game. I've thought for several years he should be gone. But, he did make some nice catches. The first catch of his on the sideline was something I thought he was incapable of. To harp on a different player: I did notice Wire chasing, in vain, the Patriot ball carrier on several plays. (Notice I said chasing not tackling.)

I think its time to state the obvious... the Bills played held and shoulders above what anyone expected. They hung with the Pats in Foxboro, well enough to actually win the game. However, due to a number of bad calls/bad bounces; we lost. I see the game as a positive that we can build on. If we win the next 2 games (something that definitely seems likely after yesterday's better than expected play), we're suddenly 2-1 and then the season has a whole new light on it.

I only saw the 1st half. But I too must admit that I saw 2 separate occasions where the Bills Defender was tackled rather than being blocked. It was quite noticeable. Furthermore, there was 1 occasion where the Pat defender appeared to be lined up in the neutral zone - no call. Now to be fair, I thought I saw a false start on the Bills that wasn't called either. So from the 1st half I have a 3:1 (Pats:Bills) ratio of non-calls.

In that situation... going for the kill was what I was screaming for. I definitely liked the call. I also liked that it was a running play with Willis. Something we've all been screaming for for several years now. So all in all good. Just 2 problames. 1. It was a piss poor spot. 2. The defense folded afterwards.

Perhaps its just my selective memeory that wishes to paint the Pats as a bad team that year. You can't blame me for that can you?

Good Points. However, remember that sandwiched between the Pats SB wins was a pretty miserable season. This year has that potential for them as well. They've lost alot of talent. Perhaps this has the makings of a miserable year for them as well due to all the lost talent. Although competitive they may be, Superbowl bound seems highly unlikely for them.

How this fact has escaped me until now, I do not know! But, this is truly the worst news I've heard in a long, long time. Berman talking about the Bills circling the wagon made every win just that much sweeter. Not to mention Jackson was/is one of my favorite game talker abouters. My Sundays just became a little less. This sucks.

Is Dillon no longer with the Pats?

True. so true. But I see it on players past and present; on players we don't even play against often. If there's a player highlight reel being shown, you can almost guarantee, you'll see a Bills helmet in there being bowled over.

Am I the only one that's noticed the fact that, when at all possible (I'm talkin 95% of the time or greater), on any highlight for any player; they show them making a play against the Bills? Whether be a back breaking tackles, a guy intercepting a ball, laying a hit, scoring a td, you name it, they stick a Bill being burned highlight in there. I'm not saying this is part of the national conspiracy against Buffalo... I'm just sayin.

What I love about this mentality is how nothing is ever good enough. Now, not only does Willis have to have the most total yards rushing, the highest YPC, the most TDs, the most recieving yards, the best blocking skills; he must now now have the best attitude. Nevermind that much of that is out of his control; its up to the coaches to put him in a situation to get those stats. A running back on the bench can't catch no balls. Granted his atitude is totally within his control, but I think pretty much the whole team gave up by the mid-point of last season. Hence, the new management and roughly 40 some odd% of player turnover. How can you call one player out, without calling out the entire team? Impossible. If I had people like this supporting me I'd bolt as well.

I agree with much that has been posted. I'll add that the single biggest change from last year is at the top. You cannot underestimate the leadership or positive attitude that Levy will bring. And right along with that is the near complete coachin turnover. MM and co. were greatly outmatched week in and week out. We've had decent talent on this team for years (although I'm not upset to see any player cut at this point). The biggest problem we've had for years has been the coaching. Now, I'm not saying Jauron is the next BB. However, having someone with experience and a decent game plan is bound to make this a better team come Sunday afternoons. I think the coaching changes alone can give us at least 2-3 wins over last year. That being said, this is definitely a young team. And what do all yound teams do... they play erratic. I expect moments that will make us all shout for joy and say that's what we've been waiting for. Followed by bonehead plays and mistakes. Hence an 8-8 season is not out of reach in my opinion, and if a few things go better than anticipated a 9-7 season is definitely possible.

I would... but I forgot to read the "Washing Instructions" during the week. So now its shrunk beyond wearabilty.

I have several old jerseys; however, none with a current roster name. I have several old sweatshirts and assorted t-shirts. I've historically wore my t-shirt with the 51-3 Buffalo News Headline commemorating the playoff win as an undershirt. I do have a new sweatshirt that I got last year for Christmas. I've yet to wear it, hoping for a new start this year. I'm thinking this could be a new year and therefore the new start. But, if I wear my new Sweatshirt and we lose horribly, then I may never be able to put it on again - for fear of the jinx. I'm also thinking of retiring the 51-3 t-shirt (its getting rather holish). I'm also considering a new basball cap. So, if I order that, I could order a new jersey as well. But who? would be my primary concern. Advice on how not to jinx the team with my Bills gear is greatly appreciated.

True. But can't we also look at it as Clements has a good agent that negotiated him the best deal. And if he plays deservingly this season, his agent will likewise negotiate a similarly great long-term deal for Clements with the Bills. However, perhaps he'll paly so-so, but still demand such a great deal and we'll let him walk. I certainly think either could happen. But, most of what happens should be a function of how NC plays this season, how the young guys play, and finally the deal his agent demands. But, at this point, I think there's just no way to tell. Saying he'll be gone is speculation, just as saying he'll be here is speculation.

I think your theory as laid out here is highly questionable, primarily due to the fact that it paints Marv as making decisions based on an oversized ego. I don't see that in Marv at all. I don't think he's ever had a me first attitude. Rather I'd have to agree more with Dibs' theory. Marv is a standup guy. Why just out and out fire the entire coaching staff? Why not allow them to save some face and resign? Its a much more "high character" thing to do and much more likely to endear potential future coaches to come onto a team like the Bills. Marv doesn't have to fire all the coaches and let everyone know he cleared house; he's content in his own abilities to let everyone think he wanted MM, but MM wanted out.

I completely agree with you. However, it just seems like a high price to pay (a roster sport on a so-so team) for a little continuity on special teams. My only real rationale is that you just can't cut everyone in the first year.

Let's face it.... there's no logical reason to keep Coy Wire. He's pretty lousy as a safety. And although we can argue he's valuable to the special teams, he's certainly not the second coming of Tasker or even Pike. Hence, there's no real reason that he has remained on this roster for so long. Although, I do agree with a different post on this topic... he must have something going for him that we as fans don't see. Because this is now the 3rd coaching regime that has kept him on the roster. For the life of me though, I can't see it.

Although there's not been hard evidence saying NC will sign long-term; there's also no real indication that NC will be gone either. For that matter, there's no indication that McGahee is gone as well. However, everyone just assumes that both of these guys are gone next year; to the point where we should cut them both now. So, why can't we entertain the thought that NC will be here next year? At this point, its just as likely as him being gone. Which, in essence, means we don't really know where he'll be.

An unproven rookie that will make mistakes or a vet that's proven to continually make mistakes? I'll take a street walk-on over Coy Burnt Wire.

Simply astounding that Wire can keep making this team.

I can't imagine a bigger disgrace than the way they treated Thurman. This team deserves the cursed years its had since his treatment in his final days.

Why stop there? Why not trade all our quality starters (of course they'll all want to leave eventually anyway)? Then we could have 4 or 5 top 10 picks. And then after 2 or 3 seasons when those top 10 picks started to play well and look good, we could trade them. I think we could eventually parlay one Willis into landing all top 10 picks. Of course, we'll suck for years, but what's more important having a great draft day, or having a great season? Give me draft day promise over lost Superbowl reality any day. Please.

Why have any of your star players practice our show up to camp? I mean once you've played a year ot two, its obvious you've learned all you need to know and never need to practice again. I think TO should be allowed to just show up 10 minutes before a game, suit up and he'll be good to go. In fact, he's so good he can probably take off after the first half. I mean, why should he have to play a whole game? If Drew just throws him the ball enough he'll personally win every game. Bottomline. TO is a cancer, and I'll be surprised if Dallas makes the playoffs with such a major disruption in their team.

NFL Network. How has Moulds looked this preseason? I haven't heard much.