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1.) If I'm the Bills coaches, I'm rethinking the decision to switch Jason Peters to guard. With that combination of speed, size and strenth I think that I would wait out his learning curve at Tight End. I know the guy only scored an 8 on the Wonderlik, but if he can learn the playbook he'll be a demon in the passing game. 2.) Lee Evans is already a far superior reciever than Peerless ever was or will be. I know many here poo-poo'd my comparision to Frank Lewis but he still reminds me of that great 80s receiver. I'm not talking about height or physical attributes, it's more his smooth gait in route-running and the way that he catches even the hardest balls with his hands and not his body. Sure doesn't resemble a rookie in any fashion. Give TD an A+++ on this selection. 3.) If Brian Moorman dosen't go to Hawaii they should cancel the game. He may not have the best net yardqage stats in the league, but he's the best clutch punter since Ray Guy. 4.) Speaking of special teams, give Bobby April his Christmas bonus right now. To take what has been a woeful unit for years and turn them into the cream of the NFL is nothing short of miraculous. If they gave out an "Assistant Coach Of The Year" award he would win hand's down. 5.) I think that AVP is a little overboard on the radio telecasts. Maybe Van Miller just spoiled us for so many years, but there is a way to root for the home team without sounding like a memeber of the pep squad. 6.) Will Bills fans ever enjoy a victory? The postgame calls to WGR sounded like they came from Cleveland. This team just put together the best 5 game stretch in franchise history. Give yourself a break and allow yourself to enjoy it fer crying out loud.

Here's my latest column. It concerns the top Christmas specials and movies of alltime. When I was in the process of writing the piece I took to heart some of the postings here on the subject. Thanks! Top Christmas Specials Feel free to let me know the ones you agree or disagree with.

I caught that. He has also referred to former Bill Antoine Winfield as Antonio at least twice this season.

I was in TOPS yesterday fueling up for the game and saw a display for the Bills bobble heads. Earlier in the season they were $14.99 each or you could get one free by racking up a bunch of points with your bonus card. They're now marked down to $.99 each with a bonus card. If you don't have a card, either the cashier or the person in line behind you should be able to help you out. They have Drew, Coy and Travis. All are now on display in my rec room. Would make a great stocking stuffer for the Bills fans on your Christmas list.

Now that is an onion - an a$$ so perfectly beautiful that it brings tears to a man's eyes.

In honor of the man and his legacy let's just make peace over the whole issue. The avatar is a painting by Rich Gaiti entitled "The Last Buffalo." You can view it and some other of his great work here: Artwork

That's a really horrible statement to make. I'm no fan of Yoko's singing, but John loved her with every ounce of his being. He professed his love for her every opportunity that he got in front of a camera or microphone. To suggest that she had him killed is just plain ugly. Go back and listen to the man's music because his message of peace, love and tolerance went way over your head, brother.

Hope you enjoy! Friday Night Lights

I pledge right here and now to acept whatever happens over the next month with nary a complaint. Just to even be discussing the playoffs this late in this season is an early Christmas present that I'm going to cherish. I sort of feel like I've been allowed a trip back in time to the early 90s. Somewhere in my brain a light has gone off that says, "Hey I remeber this feeling and it's really cool."

Emmet Otter is available on video and DVD - Media Play carries it. I have a copy and we play it each year. Another great line is in the song that the Riverbottom Nightmare Band plays: WE KNOW WE'RE A MESS OUR KIND DOES NOT LIKE TO BE CLEAN WE DON'T BRUSH OUR TEETH CAUSE OUR TOOTHACHE CAN HELP US STAY MEAN Here's a great page about the movie: Emmet Otter Also, I have a video of Wil Vinton's Claymation Christmas. The "Chiming Bell" segment is worth the price of admission alone. I bought my copy at Amazon.com. I can't understand why this all-time classic still isn't aired.

Oh yeah, what a terrible thing for a defense to have to do, to have to stoop to relying upon turnovers to win a game. Do yourself a favor and just enjoy a win fer crissakes.

I played in band in the early 90s in Syracuse named the Bar Stool Pigeons. I always liked the linking of two familiar phrases using a shared word to make a third, hence Chevy Van Miller.

I've been handing these out for four years and the response never ceases to be overwhelming. The "in-box" on my e-mail is jammed. Half the people want to congratualte me on roasting someone and the other half want to hang me from a tree. (Especially the Bush supporters from the Red States.) Take a look and tell me what you think. Turkey Carcass Winners

Evans sure doesn't look like a rookie on the field. His presice routes and sure hands speak to a seasoned veteran and not someone who has 11 NFL games under his belt. While looking at some highlights from yesterday's game it came to me who Lee resembles on the field - Frank Lewis. It's the way he caries himself. I think number 83 will put up numbers like a certain other number 83 from Kutztown State before he's through. Does anyone else see the Frank Lewis comparison?

I don't think I've ever seen such a spectacle played out live like that before. Just as the cameras show Travis going up the tunnel on the back of a cart, Willis bounces off of a tackle and dives into the endzone. If Willis ever makes it to Canton that scene will be a freebie homerun for the scriptwriter working on the screenplay for the movie about his life.

Mike, I wrote to just the issues that you speak of in a column a few years back. I was speaking of my hometown, Niagara Falls, but the facts apply to Buffalo equally as well. Here is a link to that piece:Why not sooner? There's much to love here if you'll only open your eyes to the possibilities.

Good God No! Now, if any of the ladies on the board want to post a thong pic please feel free.

Allow me a shameless plug for Buffalo Soul Lifters. Hunter Kelly, Doug Goodwin and The Stadium Wall all wrapped up in one neat little package. What more could you ask for? A bargoon at $12.95.

According to this article we are 42% more likely than the average fan to own NFL merchandise. Bills Apparel What's your favorite Bills piece of clothing? I've got Bills jockeys, anyone else willing to admit to Bills underclothes?

I'll be in Florida for the Steelers game, but I'm sure that our paths will cross soon Rich.

Here is a complete listing of book signings that I have scheduled throughout the holiday season in support of Buffalo Soul Lifters. I hope to have the opportunity to meet some of you - please let me know that you're from TBD. Saturday November 27 - Thunder Bay, Boulevard Mall 2 - 4 PM. Thursday December 2 - Barnes & Noble, Buff. St. Campus 1 - 3 PM Saturday December 4 - Waldenbooks, Boulevard Mall 1 - 3 PM. Saturday December 11 - Book Corner - Niagara Falls 1 - 3 PM Saturday December 18 - Waldenbooks - Galleria Mall 1 - 3 PM Thursday December 23 - Waldenbooks - Main Place Mall Noon - 2 PM I'm sure that you are all aware of the book by now (sales are still through the roof), but in case you aren't, here is the link to the publisher's website: Buffalo Soul Lifters Thanks again for all of your support. Also, please join me in wishing little Gus and the Gioia family a happy and healthy holiday season.

Do we really need to disrespect former presidents like this? I especially hate the PR stevestojan about the game helping to foster an interest in history in young people. What's next? The "Nail Christ to the Cross Game" for Xbox and PS2? http://www.thelouisvillechannel.com/techno...288/detail.html Video Game Recreates JFK Assassination Maker Calls Effort 'Docu-Game' POSTED: 12:13 pm EST November 22, 2004 A British company says it's releasing a video game recreating the 1963 assassination of U.S. President John F. Kennedy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Survey: Kennedy Video Game SLIDESHOW: JFK Assassin Video Game Stirring Controversy -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Scottish-based firm Traffic says "JFK Reloaded" is an educational "docu-game" that will help disprove conspiracy theories about Kennedy's death. The game is due to be released Monday, the 41st anniversary of the shooting in Dallas. Traffic said the game challenges players to recreate the three shots fired at the president's car by assassin Lee Harvey Oswald from the Texas School Book Depository. Boston television station WCVB reported that the 3-D computer animation provides a clear view from the school book depository building as the as the president's motorcade passes by. The player, in the role of the lone gunman, is invited to fire at the presidential limousine. Traffic said the game -- available as an Internet download -- will "stimulate a younger generation of players to take an interest in this fascinating episode of American history." In a statement, Traffic said it's "determined to promote the title respectfully," given the sensitivity of the subject. According to the New York Post the designers wrote to Sen. Ted Kennedy, saying they meant no disrespect. Kennedy released a one-word reaction to the game: "Despicable." A spokesman for Kennedy would not comment on whether the family is taking any action to try to stop the game's release.

Finally someone who gets the concept of a point/counterpoint discussion and the value of playing devil's advocate. Thanks Mark VI for saving this thread - you have my eternal gratitude.

I didn't realize that either until you pointed it out. Just goes to show that it's a small world indeed.

MadBflDisease, BillsNFL, et al, I guess reading comprehension wasn't stressed in the schools that some of you attended. Nowhere did I state my opinion on either side of the issue (For the record, I was a Bills fan through the 2-14 and 3-13 seasons of the early 80s and I NEVER have rooted for the opposition.) I thought that a little hypothetical discussion on the Bills future might be fun, but I'll let you return to your regularly scheduled programming of internet stories of projectile diarrhea and the elusive search for the best currency exchange site. Sheesh!!!