Success

The Browns have flown under the radar - but they're gonna be a tough out for anyone in the playoffs.

They showed it afterwards, too - and talked about how that lane was open. That would have been cruel.

Oh, I feel great. Because I know how I would have felt if we didn't pull it out. Winning ugly is still winning. It means nothing in the scheme of things - many championship teams have multiple games like that. The key is winning it - we've won the last couple of close ones, which bucks our usual trend, and hopefully starts a new one.

It's a real testament to how spoiled we are not that many here think that was a bad game from JA. He made at least 3 absolutely jaw-dropping throws, and had a solid game overall. 2 very good throws were taken away by ridiculous penalties on what was likely going to be a drive that would have put the game away. It wasn't a great game for him. But it was pretty good.

Goes without saying - but that game is a blowout without turnovers & penalties. We can win a SB if we tighten it up, or lose in the WC round if we don't.

I like that we're winning more close games. That's all I've got right now.

The AFC is a relative cakewalk this year. As we know, our team could lose to anyone. But there is no team in the AFC that scares me, like the Chiefs of the past few years. The Ravens are alright, but if both teams play their best game, the Bills win. The SB is a different story. It feels like the Niners' year, and they are truly an elite team. But getting there could be an easier path than we've had in the JA era to this point. If we make it.

The suspense is killing me. All of our questions will be answered 2 weeks from Sunday. The Bills should never do this to us again while Allen is QB. There is no reason why we should be looking at scenarios to MAKE the playoffs in late December. Maybe that sounds entitled.

I bake my wings. Yeah - I said it. And they turn out great. Louisiana hot sauce + butter + cayenne + salt & pepper. Homemade blue cheese is always best, but in a pinch, a top tier brand will always do. We make fun of ranch, but I truly don't understand it. It's a distracting flavor - it's not complementary, like blue cheese. There is only one choice there for sure. And for the sake of pete, no breading. I like breaded chicken in other forms, but when it comes to wings, it doesn't work.

This is such a "take care of business" game. As many have said - w/ the Chargers' injuries, there are simply no excuses. Honestly, if we lose, I'll be disappointed - but it will be proof positive that we don't deserve anything this year. But the good news is that we won't lose. This team has found their identity with Brady at OC. This will be a great Saturday night showcase to let the league know we're really back, and gearing up for a good run.

The Patriots will always be the team I have the most disdain for - in any sport, and for all time.

If Keenan Allen doesn't play, this should be a slam dunk. The Bills just have to show up in the next 2 games. We've shown we can lose to ANYONE, but it's all about taking each game seriously, focusing, and playing with purpose. They can no longer "play down to the level." Put this game away early. It has to be a no nonsense approach in this home stretch.

Shingles doesn't care....

I wish we had SOME margin for error at this point - but in a way, that might serve us well in January or February. Since Philly, every game has basically been an elimination game, and every game from here on out will be the same. It will be old hat by the time they get to the playoffs.

Bills/Niners in the SB. Bills win, 31-20. You're welcome..

That's been repeated a couple of times - but I don't see it. When did the Broncos become some sort of superior team? They're right on the same level as the teams they have to play. I'd be shocked if they actually won out.

We have used up our mulligans. The bottom line is that if we can't beat the Chargers & then the Pats - we do NOT deserve to get in. We've lost to too many bad teams this year. Allowing the Pats to sweep us, at home, w/ Zappe? Losing to an interim coach and a backup QB whose name I hadn't heard until last week? It's just not allowed. Not for the team who could be the "most dangerous" if they get in the playoffs. Obviously, the Miami game is tougher. But get there without another loss, and I really like our chances.

The one for the 1st TD wasn't really much of a flop - I don't think he fell on purpose. He shouldn't have pointed to his facemask, but the fall was legit imo.

So many close results this past weekend. I still can't believe Minny couldn't pick up less than a foot with 2 downs, and that the Hail Mary ball bounced right off the Bears' players chest.

I mean, Denver could lose out. They're on the same level as the teams they're playing (Pats, Chargers, Raiders).

Every time I look at the schedules of the teams tied w/ & ahead of us - my brain twists into a pretzel. Win out, and we're definitely in. 10-7 seems closer to 50/50 than a longshot. But who knows. We need to beat the Chargers and Pats, and see how things are looking going into the last week.

We're not losing to a team w/ a backup QB and interim coach. Glad that's all settled.

If we can't take care of the Chargers & Pats - we simply don't deserve it. We have had way more than our share of losing games we should win this season. And then it just comes down to the Phins. Which is kind of fun.

How'd your Pats do today?

The Bills will NOT let up. It feels trappy, but it won't be. The Dallas game was a springboard. This Chargers game will be OVER by halftime.