Richard Noggin

I'd love to see an example. I'm not super familiar with his work, although I know I've seen his observations before.

You read that injury speculation as know-it-all? Reads like a smart, reasonable take to me.

Kelly Holcomb, off the top of my head. Before his time in Buffalo.

Interesting point. I remember watching pre-draft highlights of Milano at BC...and coming away underwhelmed. Especially with respect to "instincts." In contrast to his play in Buffalo, he seemed not to be around the ball much, or with effective aggression. So maybe Milano needed more time and NFL coaching to round into form, which I think was kinda your point? (This is like a three year-old take, mind you. So be gentle if I'm wrong. Or call me names. Either way.) I'm especially intrigued by this analysis.

I'm definitely not convinced Edmunds is an excellent pass defender, and stats PROVE he hasn't made many splashy or impact plays. But it's possible that he's able to cover lots of ground when dropping into coverage, and that his length and general athleticism and smarts (which is different than instincts) assist the Bills in being consistently awesome defending the pass. I remember some noteworthy Tampa-2 LBs this millennium whose most important (and unsung) assignments involved repeatedly dropping to deter/defend the pass. Maybe Edmunds excels at this?

ARM ARROGANCE. That's a heck of a compliment.

Oh, and I think tonight even further emphasizes how effing important #75 Williams is to this offense's success. Going spread so often absolutely requires bookend tackles. Especially when our QB loves to roll out to the right.

I'm going to agree that Edmunds had difficulty in the running game, and especially on that Newton TD run. Woof. However, the argument for overlooking the bad angles/reads/general lack of instincts/aggression is that Edmunds MUST be an effective zone defender against the pass. I've heard professional mention of him as an effective deterrent when he drops into zone responsibilities, which is something McD and Frazier value in their MLB. So the question becomes, is it actually okay for a modern MLB to be soft against the run if he's effective against the pass? (I don't like it, but it's possible, especially when the offense can force opponents to play from behind, that his limited skillset is still really valuable.) And all that being said, he's not nearly as good as Milano (when Milano is 100%).

Totally unqualified agreement from me. That awkward, hard stomp on a bent/loaded knee could absolutely cause a "meniscus issue."

Shrug?

Made it look routine.

Me, too. Chasing the dragon.

Don't forget that Allen led an ostensibly game-winning drive, delivering that effing strike to Diggs against Peterson to "win it." I wasn't even upset when Hopkins hauled in that TD. I was still focused on the thing that matters most, which is the continued ascension of the Bills passing offense under Josh Allen (and Stefon Diggs). Allen was money when it mattered. And now the entire organization, led by Allen, seems to play like it matters EVERY PLAY.

Maybe it's been said already, but it was mentioned on the broadcast that Jones wasn't really designed to be part of Allen's read progression on that play... Allen's eyes stayed left before finally looking right and noticing a bison out there all alone.

Except Allen and Diggs are likable, decent dudes. (Reed IS likable but in an outdated, chauvinistic, hide-your-wives-and-daughters kind of way.)

Do I run out of "Likes" or "Awesomes" or "Thanks" or "Hahas" at some point?

No doubt a mobile QB to complement their power running scheme gives NE the best chance to beat this Bills team, even if that mobile QB has been woeful through the air this season (as evidenced by the ugly stats you're citing). Had us on the ropes in that first matchup, after all. Methinks Stidham would be absolutely hopeless against the Bills D. At least Cam adds that rushing threat and likewise enhances their running game overall.

Not to worry. I'll land on my feet.

That implies arc and parabolic precision. I think "laser" or "howitzer" are perfect descriptions.

New England's defense will be MUCH tougher to surmount this time around, given Gilmore's availability. Really curious to see if Daboll and Allen will go after that 1v1 matchup (Diggs vs Gilmore) next week. Man coverage offers opportunities for big plays if they can execute at a high level. I remain a bit bearish on the Bills' overall offensive prospects AT New England this late in the season (high volume of 2020 Buffalo film to study and tendencies to prepare for, PLUS whatever communications/surveillance shenanigans await us in their building)...it can be a lot to overcome.

To those saying no: when did you have your tear ducts removed and how much did it cost?

I'm not going to count on a sweep of the team in Foxboro (who shall not be named) until it happens. They are still a difficult matchup, and they'll most likely have Gilmore this time around. They are a physical team who plays good defense. Kind of like Miami. And, to a lesser extent, Denver. So I'm going to enjoy one game at a time, and be thankful for the games we do win.

All right, everyone, we've fixed the NFL's scheduling, seeding, and roster management regulations. What's next?

Yes.

Got 2021 season tix, for the first time in a LONG time. (Granted, I spent the majority of my adult life away from WNY, and when I returned in 2012, neither my finances nor the team's prospects were looking good...until recently.) So, here's to you, WNYers. Take care of each other so we can all get back to the things we love.