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It does look like a QB sneak. There's also a guy that runs in late looking like he's going to give a shove. There was bad execution all around it seems. The problem I see is in the preparation. I don't think teams practice the play near as much as Philly and timing is not the same. Heck just a few weeks ago Daboll said they ran it in a game and never really practiced it. Just a walkthrough. Result was a failed conversion and 2 players from the Giants injured on the play. Schmidtz has been out 3 weeks now. And agree. The Vikings defender wasn't taking a cheap shot. He's trying to make a play. Can't blame him. But, there is I believe some train of thought that the league can still point to a play like this and say "See, unsafe. Exposes the head." If they choose to act on it.

I put "almost" because every once in a while someone runs over him so fast they actually get tripped up and fall down. So, maybe he's a terrible pass blocker but he's a superior speed bump.

I agree, he could have much the same impact as a young Kamara or Ekler (not agreeing to CMC because that dude is just a unicorn😂). If it were me, of course over the course of a game I'd feed Cook what we need to get a W. But I'd try and limit his touches until late in the year. One thing Kamara, Ekler and CMC all have in common: Either missed games or played through a ton of injury year in and year out. All three of those guys get overused to the point of being unavailable or seriously hampered year in and year out. That's what I'd want to try and avoid with Cook.

Some good info, as always, from Sal if anyone wants to read up on some of the Buccaneer players and what to expect from the opposing team tonight.

I agree, he has looked outstanding with the ball in his hands. He has the ability to break something off long everytime he touches it. I do think, however that 16 touches is right about where he should be. I just don't believe he's built for every down work. He reminds me (production wise) of Tony Pollard in Dallas. Pollard an EXCELLENT 1B. But as the main guy his overall production isn't quite as explosive. He also is an almost straight up liability when it comes to pass blocking and blitz pickup which is exactly why we see Murray get the snaps he does. Cook is improving overall though and I think he can continue to grow. I would, however like to see him more split out wide or in the slot more. Or as part of a 2 RB backfield with Murray where you can motion Cook out and create some mismatch.

Agreed. And what makes it worse is the Titans picked the December Texans game as the 2nd game they will wear them this year. What a dick move. https://www.tennessean.com/story/sports/nfl/titans/2023/07/27/houston-oilers-throwback-uniforms-tennessee-titans-texans-falcons/70476147007/#:~:text=The Tennessee Titans will wear,17.

No surprise on Baker or Godwin. But if by chance Vea is out...that would be HUGE for us.

For me it's as simple as this. If the Alien, the Freak From Firebaugh, the real live human hybrid of a Buffalo and a Golden Retriever; Josh Freaking Allen shows up tonight...Bills win easily. If we get Mr. Zen, Low Positive, Great Value brand Aaron Rodgers sounding Josh Allen....we lose. Someone make the wing sauce he puts in his Pepsi extra spicy tonight please....

Yes I believe I misspoke. It was two of the three games he saw extensive action...not two in a row.

Williams came in for Milano in London...but was replaced by Dodson. Williams was also replaced by Dodson last game against the Pats. McDermott talked about it this week in his presser. And when asked did not confirm Williams would be starting this week.

There can be difference between a "no huddle" and "up tempo". I've never been a fan of a true fast pace 2 minute style no huddle except at the end of half or game. When it works it can be nice and confuse a defense. Wear them down. When you have a few drives in a row when you don't move the ball it really leaves your defense in a bad spot. And right now we don't have the depth pieces to absorb that. I like a more fast paced tempo where plays are called at the line; not a huddle. Much like Peyton Manning used to do. Difference being instead of rushing the snap...still take your time at the line. Lets the QB see what the defense is doing and still doesn't allow for them to sub in...and if they do you can often quick snap and catch with too many men on the field.

Exactly. Now, I could see them making a case that the shove from behind could contort or throw someone off balance leading to potential injury. But if the ban it from the QB sneak play they have to enforce it on all plays IMO. The thing most people don't realize is that at least with the Eagles, the shove isn't what's propelling Hurts. Dude is legit strong and grinding. I see some teams run it where the QB is just a battering ram. Not really that smart haha

Actually, the Panthers have done this a few times this year. They have pulled Bryce Young and let Andy Freaking Dalton come in for the QB sneak a few times. Rumor has it that they view Young as too small and not powerful enough to execute the play himself 😂

Run the Tush Push they said. It's easy they said. The NFL is likely to use plays like this and what happens to the Giants when they lost 2 guys on a play like this to call the play "unsafe" and add restrictions IMO.

I don't discount this, however I'm not seeing the logic here. The Bills get 2 PS call ups. So that would make Norman and Isabella the call ups and roll with just Kincaid at TE (some help from Gilliam and Edwards as well I would assume). That's an odd move for sure.

During a nuclear explosion, there is a certain distance of the radius where all the frozen supermarket pizzas are cooked to perfection.

Beans bags are just boneless sofas.

Not really doing your user name any justice, are ya?

True. I'm figuring Joel Wilson is called up this week at TE. Leaves one more call up. May be for Ankou.

If I'm not mistaken 5 of them ended up as Buffalo Bills at one point or another. 6 if you count DeAndre Hopkins.

If I'm the Browns owner I PRAY that he does something maybe on personal conduct violation to void the guaranteed contract and move on. I'd be leaving BOGO massage coupons in his locker. Knowing Haslam though, he probably didn't add any personal conduct outs to his deal.

Fire up Kincaid in fantasy...

Not sure if they call him up this week but given the mini bye we head to after Tampa I would expect him to see game action rather quickly