Dan

Agreed! One win or loss does not a season make. We can't get too worked up over a bad performance. Just like a lopsided win wouldn't mean we're on the way to the super bowl. But... this is a great opportunity to get a conference win against a beat up team looking for an identity. It would be regrettable if they show up unfocused and lose this game... knowing they have tougher teams further down the schedule. It's the type of game that if we missed the playoffs because of a single loss, we'd all look back and wonder what if. So hopefully they show up with another solid game plan, play focused, play hard and get the W.

Yeah. One team can lie, cheat and steal all they want ...but let's investigate the team that sucks. Cause that's what's wrong with the league. Wtf world do we live in.

As I watch him... He seems to be a very disciplined player. He maintains his gap and doesn't deviate until the RB has committed to a lane. Most of the defense settled down after the 1st drive agsinst the Giants and did that it seemed. So, no he's not shooting all over trying to get tackles for loss. He's playing his positon and ensuring the RB doesn't get by him more than a yard or 2. By my thinkin, that makes him an excellent run defender. The one thing I have noticed is he has a tell when he's dropping into coverage. Most plays when he settles into the middle of the line close to the LOS, he would appear to be coming after the QB. But when he's dropping into coverage at the snap, he stands with his one leg noticeably back in a very open "split-like" stance (kinda to get that extra step back). But when he's going to attack the line he stands with his feet squared to his body to get the initial jump forward.

Why wouldn't playbooks stay with the team? So if coordinators leave you would still have the core of what you had spent years (perhaps) building remain in place.

There's no doubt that Daboll and McD ..and the players.. know what the gane against NE means to this franchise. I also think we finally have an OC that understands that you need to be aware of your tendencies and what you put on tape for other teams to see. Are they purposely holding Singletary in check? I don't know. But, I do hope they're developing game plans and plays to set up other schemes based on future teams we'll play, in particular the cheaters. The players need to take it one game at a time. But the coaching staff need to be thinking about the season as a whole. I feel like the offensive game plan for the Giants was very different than what we saw against the Jets. Hopefully, we see an entirely different plan next week as well.

To be fair... after the Jets game we were 1 and 0. ?

And unless I'm mistaken, they threw a flag on Allen for intentional grounding! That was declined for the personal foul penalty against Ford. That play they couldn't have gotten more wrong! But, I guess they made up for it with the FG call. It's today's NFL... The refs are abysmal and unless you're a highly favored and big market team, you HAVE to be able to overcome the bias and bad calls against you.

I saw the replay... It was ticky tack to say the least. We definitely got lucky! Giant dude supposedly slapped the center's head, who in FG situations is considered a defenseless palyer. He did touch him, but it wasn't that bad at all. But, they called a few bad ones against us as well, so ya know... refs suck.

Agreed... The way the last couple series had gone, I have zero problems with taking a knee and going into the half with a 2 score lead and the ball to start the 3rd quarter. If you've got better field position, a one score lead, more time on the clock, i.e. if the entire scenario is different; then go for points. But, yesterday, I think getting out of the half without a major F-up was a good call. Now, the play calling and approach to the 3rd quarter definitely is a different story. They let the Giants get back in the game. That is when they should have gone for the throat. McD is a good coach, but too often he gets conservative and relies on his defense to shut a team down. Problem is, few teams and especially the good teams, are rarely shut down. Hopefully he learns that lesson before week 4.

Has anyone else here talked about that drive? It was absolutely killer! The G-men made an amazingly good play to pin us deep, with thoughts of last week's safety in all our heads, and the Bills just took the game over. It was impressive and as you said shut the door on the Giants hopes.

Thank you. And unless I'm mistaken Peyton is the only QB to win as a starter for 2 different teams.

You can't put a guy that has had 1 stellar season, as someone that has dominated ...in this century. It's ridiculously short sighted and the very definition of putting the cart before the horse.

A point to consider when comparing the Bills' offense efficiency with that of the cheaters ...heck for any team vs the cheaters ... BB and TB have been there running that same offense for more than a decade! They have a familiarity and level of consistency that is rarely ever seen in professional sports (along with the cheating). The Bills are in Year 2 of installing this offense. And in many ways, due to all the new players, you could call it Year 1 of installing the offense. It will take years to even approach the cheaters level of consistency.

I agree.. It looked like Josh audibled into a lot of those passes. And it was working... Until the fumble. My issue with the first half game plan, was they needed to push the ball down field more. It was a lot of short field play that the Jets were catching on to.

Its been said by others... And by you here. But it appears we found a franchise QB. Despite the fluke turnovers, he persevered. Never looked lost. Amd just kept making the plays that needed to be made. He made every throw.. Long and short, hit receivers in stride, led the team when they needed it most. Damn fine way to start the season!!

This is the problem with week 1 ...limited training camp contact practices combined with limited playing time for starters in the the preseason. And the result is very average week 1 football with teams looking out of sync.

There is no such thing as a ..must win.. game in week 1. There's just too many more games still to be played and you don't have to go undefeated in your division to make the playoffs. However, it would be a really nice ay to start the season, beat a divisional opponent, get an AFC win, and start some confidence brewing ..all in one shot. So, it will be a great way to start the season but in no way does it define the season.. Or even guarantee a 3-1 or 4-0 start with a playoff spot practically locked up before the bye.

Perhaps.

Only surprise is ...he was cut. Not traded. I find it hard to believe they couldn't get anyrtfor him? Only thing that makes sense.. is they figured the benefit of cutting him and allowing him to choose his next team was worth more in player goodwill than a late around pick. I hope the move works out. For our Bills and McCoy. He was a a lot of fun to watch!

Confused the heck out of me... but then figured it out. As a few others suggested, seemed a little too many. Maybe a few less more general would be better?

For me.... It's not so much that they look potent; but more so, they look competent. I've said for several years now... far too many it seems... that all I want is to see the Bills field an actual professional football team each week. I haven't even cared about winning so much, just don't show complete ineptitude. It seems, watching the end of last season, and even more so this preseason, that the Bills are finally turning into a competitive, professional, prepared football team. My biggest concern, quite honestly, is what did McD and company do in those blow out losses last year? Can they scheme better as a coaching staff? But, there is no doubt this team is transforming right before our eyes into a true contending NFL team. Will it all come together this year or not... We'll all see. But it seems it is definitely happening. And what is most encouraging... Beane and McD appear to be building a perrenial contender, not a flashy team with high priced free agents and me first players. Its a good time to be a Bills fan!

I agree... Thats the dilemma. Sit the starters and no injuries... But on young teams, especially, you need to build cohesion and timing. I think you need to be smart with the playing time and expectations. But I'm also glad to see that most of our key starters are getting a lot of playing time together in camp and the preseason games. Sure it's an injury risk. But, its the best way to ensure the team is ready to go for week 1. And when you start week 1 on the road with a divisional opponent, I think you need to ready for that game and not still figuring out your starting line or how your WR breaks a route off, etc.

Count me in that lot. Being born and raised outside of Buffalo, by transplanted parents, I've never made it to a Bills game in Buffalo. One day.. I will. I've seen them play once each in Miami, Nashville, and HOF game in Canton. I have tickets to see them again this fall in Nashville (with my folks). So... It will be 4 games this year.

Agreed. Without TBD... I'd spend my life largely devoid of any indepth Bills discussion. Even though I don't post much ..I read it all. Thanks and a toast go out to Scott and all the moderators and contributors that make this plabe thrive.

Definitely too young.... It seems like only a year or two ago she was posting here. May she rest in peace.