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I think we're going to get the same kind of contract year leap that we got from Edmunds. And he'll likely move on after that, as Edmunds did. But if he can be consistent and play to his potential, it could go a long way toward getting us to a SB with this team.

I absolutely love what the Bills have done this offseason. Given the cap situation - we've improved in pretty much every weak area, including more quality depth.

I'm very torn on McD. But I think he's a solid coach overall. Anyone harping on "13 seconds" should take a look at the Pats win against KC in the AFCCG. Mahomes went the same distance in 16 seconds to set up a FG. So, basically, a difference of 3 seconds between McD & the GOAT.

I'm hoping he goes to the NFC. I really don't think the Bills will do this. He's an expensive addition.

I like what we have right now. I think Allen is going to really elevate the skillsets of Harty & Sherfield, and I'm looking forward to Shakir's 2nd season. I still believe in Davis, and of course we have Diggs and now Kincaid. But for sure, another elite WR would be amazing. I just don't want it to hurt us in other areas or down the line.

I'll say it again: we do not need another receiver. But - it would be exciting, for sure.

With the addition of Harris, the improvements to the line, and Cook coming into his 2nd year - I think people are going to be shocked at how improved our run game is. I think we'll win a few games based more on running than passing.

The New England Asterisks.

They dominated almost forever, and no one can ever take that away from them. But, the fun thing for opposing fans is how completely delusional they are now. An entire generation is cartoonishly entitled. They pretty much all talk like the Bills are just placeholders for a few years until the Pats return to their "rightful place" on top of the division.

Imagine if Elam takes that next step, and Tre gets back to where he was pre-injury. Hyde & Poyer back also. Could be one of the top secondaries in the league.

I'm a cheese enthusiast. Agree w/ Logic's post - favorite really depends on where & how it's being used. On its own, I love Brie, or really any runny sort of cheese. Great w/ roasted garlic. Goat cheese or feta on pasta or salads. Cheddar on burgers (though good ol' American works there too). Gouda gets some consideration here, as well.

I was wondering if anyone on this thread would bring up some of Brown's alleged off-field behavior. I don't think it's scummy to talk about it. It's part of his life & legacy. I'll get downvoted, but from some of what I have seen and read about him, some of what he did could certainly be classified as scummy. I think it's always complicated w/ sports & entertainment figures who have brilliant work, but also questionable activities in their private lives. But I don't see why that should go unmentioned.

Agreed, and Beane has stated a few times that he's not interested in trying to go all in for one season by compromising our competitiveness in future years. He wants us to be a contender every year that we have Allen - which coincidentally is exactly what I want. That said, I'm kind of blown away by this offseason. Knowing our cap situation, I didn't see us doing much of anything. Instead, we have upgrades at both guard positions, RB, WR and TE. Kincaid could end up being our Kelce, and will create match-up problems for defenses. Even a signing like Ford is going to be pretty impactful. Beane really looked at that Cincy game and made upgrades based on that - we're more physical, we should have a better run game, our receivers have better hands and YAC. I keep seeing on other boards that the Bills are "taking a step back." I think the 2023 team will be our best yet.

Sorry for your loss. I have lost so many pets over the years - and I loved every one of them the same as immediate family. It's one of the hardest things to go through. I've heard we see 'em all on the other side, if you believe that stuff. It cheers me up to think of that.

The OP is how seasons go. It's so easy to look at a schedule and put the "L's" next to the top teams - but that's almost never how it works out.

I'd go w/ current. It's hard for me to think about the Bills SB runs in too positive of a light - I feel like the time since is all about erasing those losses, as much as I loved those teams. Bills are top contenders. I'm also Yankees/Knicks - I think the Yankees have a great shot this year when they get healthy, and love the team w/ Judge. Knicks are FINALLY on the upswing, and have a legit top player in Brunson who they can build around. I didn't like baseball (or really get it) until about 7-8 years ago, so the Yankees '90s success doesn't play into my feelings about the question.

Tre White was working back from injury. He was clearly (imo) getting better in the last few games of the season.

I actually don't see any of those as "needs." It would be nice to have upgrades at some of the positions, but if the season started today, I feel like they're pretty set. It's not like we have JAGs at those positions. DT, RB & the line in particular seem fine. I get that it's a risk counting on Brown at RT - but we upgraded the guard positions, and Morse & Dawkins were always going to be our starters in '23. I don't feel like Brown is some massive risk - he has flashed real potential and the general feeling seems to be that the offseason injury really set him back last year. RB is 100% set. We do not need another RB.

It's all about Cincy, KC & Philly. The rest are games we should win. Obviously, the "shoulds" don't always happen. But they are games where we're the better team, and should win.

Sometimes, I feel like we don't play as well against the "easy" teams. So, I'm good w/ this.

Damien Harris. Our new favorite running back. Over 100 yards, 2 TD's and will grind out 1st downs when we have the lead in the 4th.

What a fun schedule. The late bye is the takeaway here. And smack dab between our 2 toughest games. Plus, we start off w/ a series of really winnable games. Probably the easiest part of our schedule. The Jets as game 1 is perfect. They're still going to be figuring out their identity. The table is set. Giddy.

The OP made me unexpectedly, deliriously happy. NOW we have the league just where we want them. The hype last year made me so uncomfortable. I want this year's team to be like the '21 team - sneaking up on everyone, and peaking at the right time. I hope to see more of these rankings/predictions where the Bills are an afterthought. Bring 'em on.

Our defense looked like they were wearing ski boots. We weren't about to win that game.

Great breakdown! Pretty much agree w/ all of it. Spot on w/ the Pats. Belichick keeps that team in contention for a playoff spot. Just about any other coach & they would be sub-.500. Good, proper deference to KC, which should please the humble bragging Chiefs fans who post here. Despite all of the bluster, the AFC, to me, is still the big 3 of Cincy, KC & Buffalo.