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I enjoy this place far more than I don't. For the most part very civil and thought provoking discussions come out of it and it helps in good times or bad with the Bills.

Are we switching the league trade settings and cap to rookie mode? Actually even Madden cpu would decline these.

No thanks, too injured and too much diva. He isn't worth it nor really what they need

Bills would've been closer because Josh would go superman mode and his mobility would've kept it a game. Josh is also weird and doesn't mind contact whereas Mahomes can get shaken by it. But honestly the Bills probably still lose 30-23 or something like that where its "close" but a game with way too many what ifs/Eagles talent and coaching beats us. I just see the Bills chasing and never get past being tied at best.

None. Happy for Josh but SB or bust

"Such a lovely place, such a lovely place... plenty of room at the hotel california"

WR's in general have more issues getting in for some reason. I think because there are so many HOF qualified guys it log jams the position something fierce. Unless your a Rice or C Johnson type guy it seems they are struggle. Andre & Tim Brown both took a real long time and they both defined their era when they played. It is really weird

Torry Holt being left out is insane. The guy was a true baller and was on the NFL all decade team for the 2000s. Unreal that they keep avoiding him

I get you and as a Sabre fan I remember when people were nervous in the early 2000s about moving but the league wouldn't let it happen. Regardless people still will have their fears which I get. Internationally I am indifferent other then just improve the playing surface.

I would also add a lottt of Bills fans probably have some fear just because of the whole Toronto series. Even though the entire league now shares going abroad and sacrificing a game, Bills fans had to live through that in a way different way due to the threat of relocation.

My guess is it will be west coast teams out of the gate and then if they were to do games with east coast teams they would play on TNF then have extra rest and time to travel for Australia and then probably have a bye week after or MNF game to add rest.

My point is expect every other year. The NFLs goal is going to be send half the league abroad every year and if the 18th game is added then everyone goes abroad once. This year as is I believe 13 teams will go out of the US, so we already are close to the 16 number. Everyone will take their turn its just going to shorten from every 4 years to every other.

The last two years for once I actually am less critical of McD on defense and more Beane/bad injury luck. The 2023 defense was the walking wounded by the post season and held together with duct tape. This year McD and crew did what they could with a defense that has no bluechip defender after Benford IMO. Still think the scheme blows come the big moments, but to me the KC game highlighted the defense having a lot of average/decent guys and against better talent not being able to do the job. Rousseau had such a good year and then against KC was a joke just like Oliver. That hurts so much when those are young core guys you need to make an impact and it is why if I were Beane I'd be willing to move picks to bring in not only a DE but another quality DT too to level up the defensive line.

Yep. I read Peter Kings thoughts a year or two ago when he did FMIA about teams abroad. Basically the player apathy of going abroad and travel issues are real. As much as the NFL wants a franchise there it is a very tough egg to figure out and IF it comes to pass it probably is London. I don't mind the games abroad but the issues with the field and competitive disadvantage in terms of travel is real when some teams don't go abroad. Once every team has a game abroad I think that part will quiet down, but the field issues you have see in England and Brazil reallyyyy need to be fixed. Buffalo effectively lost 3 starters in 2023 in one game. Yes freak injuries, but the field conditions were a real factor same as Brazil with GB/PHI. Other than that I really do enjoy football all day and it is kind of fun having that to watch.

Unlikely. most likely thing is maybe a team in London. Even that is tough given the time differences etc. the league would have a very tough time divesting talent at 40 teams and the issues with just a single team is a lot. I’d also add many players have zero desire to live overseas.

Corta here and it has been a bit since I have chimed in schedule wise but this most recent news has my attention even more attune to the NFL globally. The NFL today announced that the Rams will be going to Australia in 2026 as the designated home team. For those at home wondering LA to Australia is a 15 hour flight alone. This is the continuation of the NFL driving a larger international effort for teams over the last few years. In 2025 the following countries will be hosting games with these home teams: 4x England: Jags 2x, Jets, Browns Germany: Colts Madrid: Miami Rumored: Brazil with Chargers hosting In total the NFL could have 7 games abroad in 2025 which potentially could pit up to 15 teams abroad which is nearly half the league. The NFL has not been shy recently about wanting more games abroad and having the entire league abroad with relative regularity. When the 17th game was added many looked at it as a way for the NFL to add more international games because a team with 9 home games who loses one abroad still has 8 games which means the owners get a regular season with of revenue there. Much like the Bills in 2023 when they had 9 home games but the Jags in England was technically home. If the NFL were to go to 18 games the talk has been that every team would be going abroad once as the additional games allow it to be easier for teams (OWNERS) to not lose revenue while the league maxes it presence. With the potential for 15 teams abroad in 2025 if you are not a fan of the Bills going abroad even as the away team I would start prepping yourself. The days are numbered before the Bills are gone once a year to some other country. My only hope is maybe it isn't to England given our luck there.

Welcome to the Hotel California

I am not concerned about injury. I am concerned about maturity more than anything. Beane's presser he said the biggest frustration was Colemans inability to get it together as a pro as he is very young. The talent is there, but he really needs to learn the ins and outs of being a pro from practice to 100% intensity in games. The final against NE he mailed in that game and it was telling. I like the kid a lot but he needs to really evolve as a professional more than anything if he is to become a really dynamic player. It is why I said the offense and Josh specifically need to play the way they did this year in terms of taking the easy stuff while waiting for the kill shot. The defense will not get the same amount of turnovers, but the offense can limit theirs. Brady and NE excelled at rarely giving you anything to work with in terms of turnovers which made it incredibly tough to beat them.

Thank you and I will say this about Coleman and Kincaid. Every offseason posters will put up best case scenario for the team and certain players. I can't remember how many "Curtis Samuel is putting up 1300 total yards season" posts/comments came without maybe considering he could just be average or actually kind of stink. Conversely Spencer Brown was thrown to the wolves for his first two years before emerging into a truly good RT. I agree with you that there is legitimate reason to be skeptical about Coleman (lack of separation/speed) & Kincaid (not big enough and regressed this year). By the same token I won't be surprised if one of them emerges into a solid player. Not saying they become like Brown who has emerged into a real pro bowl caliber player, but into a solid starter.

Were enhancing the operation of the team to spying also now lol

Meant autopsy but it autocorrect to autospy and with this picture response I’m not changing it haha I expect him to be one of their starting two outside WR. I thought he had some good moments, but overall a C+ campaign. Injury didn’t help but he looked very immature at times.

Background: The Bills 2024 season came in with low expectations as the team reset its talent base with many veterans leaving holes that needed to be filled by youth and cheaper free agent additions. The division was expected to be a dog fight and the conference itself a buzzsaw as usual with the typical faces up to ready for battle What Happened: The Bills exploded through the season to a 13-4 record as QB Josh Allen put up an MVP worthy season, the offense became more balanced than ever setting a record for TDs scored between rushing/passing, the defense was solid for the most part, and the Bills cakewalked to a 5th consecutive division crown. The Bills entered the post season with a formable path but the first two games at home before having to head to the monster known as KC. The Bills blitzkrieg through the Broncos and then outlived the Ravens setting up another matchup in Kansas City. Time of Passing: 9:45 EST as a prayer of a pass was dropped by Dalton Kincaid Cause of Death: The defense for a 5th straight elimination failed to keep the opposition under 27 points and couldn't get any pressure on Mahomes who had another lights out game, the coaching staff was a step behind the opposition the entire time, special teams failed to make plays in coverage, some questionable calls hurt opportunities for Buffalo to stay ahead, and the offense had a B to B+ performance at best on a day they need to be A- to A with the defense struggling. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Antidotes & Remedies For The 2025 Season Offense: -Needs to add another pass catcher that can be better at separation and more dynamic on deep balls -Offensive coordinator who had a very good first year needs to be more creative in short yardage situations and less predictable at times vs better schemed defenses -Keep the theme of limiting turnovers and playing fundamentally sound through 2025. The Bills offense was very successful at creating opportunities because they did not let the opposition get turnovers or favorable starting points. Defense: -Add a bluechip pass rusher if at all possible. The Bills have two really nice/good at times rushers in Oliver/Rousseau who have had their moments but come up small when it matters. The names are out there for trade that could truly add some punch. -In general realign the talent base on the defensive line which has decisions to be made with Von, Jones, Phillips, & Smoot. DeWayne Carter was drafted last year and he had some solid moments in 2024 as did Javon Solomon, but the defensive line truly needs more young talent to build with. -Move on from Rasual Douglas who faded unfortunately in 2024 after a nice 2023, cut Elam if he can't be traded, and fine a true CB2 to play alongside Benford. The idea of DJ Reed mixed with a CB in round 2/3 would give a CB group of Benford Reed Johnson Rookie Ingram which takes a decent core into potentially elite level. -Safety Bishop looks ready to take the reigns with Rapp. Let Hamlin go and if a quality veteran exists consider adding them for insurance. -Add a defensive coach from outside the org for fresh ideas and perspective. Babich/McD had some good and bad in 2024 but again got their lunch eaten in January. The defense has not added an outside voice to the staff since Frazier. The time is present to reframe the approach and adjust. GM: -Be more aggressive with your needs in the draft rather than splitting one eggs. Elam & Coleman are examples of drafting need but trying to do so without taking a swing. Brian Thomas & McDuffie both were available in those drafts and Buffalo did not move for them. For as good as Beane has drafted overall, his last 3 picks to lead off the draft have left a lot to be desired in terms of impact (Elam/Kincaid/Coleman) and in general his best two first round picks being Josh/Edmunds both being in 2018. Again Oliver 2019 & Rousseau 2021 have been decent to at times very good and Diggs was acquired with the 2020 1st which was awesome. But with the window as open as it can be and resources finally back to being plentiful the time is now to make a trade for a proven player or move up for a player that has that bluechip impact you can't normally find in 20-32 range.

Agreed although im starting to enjoy the hotel california feel of this thread lol

The bigger issue is PHI in the game instead of literally any other opponent. KC at least is going for history with a threepeat and the whole Taylor swift element adds viewers whether I care or not. But there is nothing interesting about PHI to me and it creates another boring rematch like last year.

Which is why everyone saying like "this was a reset next year will be better with FA & new guys". Um the team was historically on pace in multiple categories which means regression from turnovers to health. Even if the talent on the team improves there is a higher percentage chance they finished 11-6 than they repeat this record or better. Additionally against BAL while I think their gameplan was quite solid they still benefited from the bounces (literally between fumbles & dropped passes). It is always a bear to make a run and the deeper you go the harder it is to replicate even if your talent base improves... unless your KC I guess.