Success

I look forward to the start of the season all year, and then when it starts I'm like, "why do I like football season again?" Anxiety for days before the game even starts, and then the game itself is an exercise in nail-biting, covering my eyes, pacing around the room & generally acting like a lunatic. Apparently, I think that's "fun."

I'd always just have a sinking feeling when it was Patriots week. It was almost like I knew I had to go to the dentist for a longer-than-usual procedure, and knew I just had to muscle through it. Those were tough years. Some of those games - I remember when we were up like 21, and he still brought them back and they ended up winning by 3 scores.

Reading the comments of Phins fans on their board, it almost reminds me of how we felt about the Pats and Brady during their dynasty. They are kind of terrified of Allen. It's a little odd that our record has been so lopsided against them, since the talent differential isn't that extreme. But I'll take it, and hope it continues tomorrow.

I've got Kincaid. We know he's good, and I don't see him having 2 quiet games in a row.

KC fans think the debate is "over," but they forget that football is a team game. No way I would trade Allen for Mahomes.

I get that I'm a homer - but I was really encouraged by our 1st game. I think we can be as much of a contender as we've always been. We made so many mistakes, but the talent looked to be there. Take away a few things like the kickoff return and roughing on Murray, and that game is close to a blowout in our favor. Coleman looks like a guy who could have a really big season for us. The running game is very solid. The D was bad for a half - but when they made adjustments, they shut it down in the 2nd. Groot has taken that next step and could dominate. I'm concerned about the safety play, but hopefully Bishop can come in and get acclimated enough so that it's a tighter unit the 2nd part of the season. And I don't see any other teams that are too scary, outside of KC and SF. I thought SF looked incredible. KC looked really good - but I think we can compete w/ them again.

That didn't sound too much like Brady.

I can't tell if the Jets are way overrated - or if the Niners are just that good. Either way, I'm not as nervous as I was about the division. And yes, I'm unabashed about offering hot takes.

Purdy is kind of good.

The thread title is spot on.

Our QB is still better.

Chiefs fans were losing their minds about this clip today.

One of the all-timers. Amazing actor who had a great career & some truly iconic roles.

I didn't miss Diggs for a second yesterday.

I'm excited about the game, but it wouldn't shock me if we lost this one. We have really dominated the Phins for years, and it's unusual because it's not like they're a weak team. They're kind of due - but that doesn't mean they'll win, of course. They'll be motivated, at home & a bit healthier. It will probably come down to the last few minutes and who can make the plays when it counts.

I love how we had so many guys catching the ball - and there is more talent out there than I thought. Beyond that, Samuel & Kincaid didn't do much, and I'd expect them to be much more involved going forward. We also have a strong running game. Cook looks really good, and I loved what Davis did w/ his touches. But JA still runs the offense, and makes the biggest plays. You can say other QB's do the same for their teams - but it's just not at the same level, imo. When I see the Chiefs, it's not a stretch to say that they'd still be a playoff team without Mahomes. No way I'd say that about the Bills without Allen.

I heard that from a few others yesterday too. It's half accurate. We have as good a running game as we've had in the JA era, and a lot of guys were involved in the offense yesterday. But when a big play needed to be made, it was generally Josh being superman.

Groot has to be a Bill for the long-term. It will hurt cap-wise, but he is so disruptive.

I felt like the safety unit was the weakest on the team yesterday. Have they said anything about Bishop? Is there any chance of him starting?

Well, since America did a group hot-take after Worthy's game - I'll do one here. If that's how both WR's are going to be for their teams - both teams got "their guy." Worthy would not be what WE need - he is more a complement to their offense than a guy who could be their #1. Coleman WILL be our #1, and is capable of being that kind of player. You can tell JA trusts him already, and he'll be at the top of the "trust" list when he's throwing the ball, even if he's covered. My guess would be that it will be evaluated as a good trade for both teams when all is said & done.

It evened out today. That wasn't a facemask on Allen - and I'd say that last pass gets called PI about 7x out of 10.

I really liked how Brady mixed it up.

Gotta admit - I didn't want to see any threads about Allen's left hand, or any of his hands. Let this be the last hand thread.

Gotta say - no one looks that great (at least in the AFC). And some of the teams that I thought would be really good look pretty average. Not much more than a hot take, but I live in the moment.

This is my favorite thing. Having the 1:00 game, winning a great one, chilling w/ a drink & some great food and watching the other games. Fall is AWESOME.