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May have been mentioned, but the Andre Reed helmet slam for an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty during a crucial time?

Yep, the sad thing is Tennessee went on to go to the SB. That could have been Buffalo. ☹

Good post. It also happened in the early or mid-80's to a Bills KR. He thought it was a dead ball, but it wasn't. I was furious when if happened. A lot of plays from those mid-80's teams would qualify for this thread, lol Also, haven't read the entire thread, but has someone mentioned the Stevie Johnson dropped TD pass (because of God)?? 😁

This thread reminded me of an old thread on the former BBMB years ago which asked in a poll "Would you trade JP Losman for Tom Brady straight up?", and a lot of people said no, lol. My answer to this current poll is no. I haven't read the whole thread, but put simply: 1. Josh is younger, and cheaper for another year. 2. Josh has (a little) stronger arm. 3. Josh's ceiling is higher. 4. Josh is a better rusher. 5. Josh is bigger, and, presumably, less injury-prone (if he doesn't run too much). 6. Josh is more athletic. 7. As people have mentioned, Josh is a better fit for Buffalo. He reminds me of Jim Kelly with his attitude. He is loyal and loves Buffalo. 8. Josh has demonstrated growth, especially in accuracy and decision making, and commitment 9. Josh has already developed a good relationship with the team. Now if he could just protect the ball better! 😃

Record for longest post ever, lol? 😁 Thanks for making a well thought-out post, especially from a new poster. Your effort is much appreciated.

Good post, and I agree with it. To nitpick, a team could go 8-8-1, lol! But it's really not going to happen much.

Tebow's jersey is now on the team's site for sale: https://shop.jaguars.com/mens-nike-tim-tebow-black-jacksonville-jaguars-alternate-game-jersey/p-15029579320192+z-9393-2266326832?_ref=p-TLP:m-GRID:i-r0c0:po-0

Maybe. Good idea. I had completely forgotten about him.

Good post. I think everyone respects Tyrod. But who is Wilson? Russell Wilson? He started for Seattle in his rookie year in 2012.

5 of the 6 teams are AFC and potentially playoff bound. Ugh.

Well if those players on the edge want to make a good impression, they had better show up!

Agreed, Tyrod is limited, but I wonder if other options like Dalton or Fitzpatrick would have even signed. I don't think the Watson controversy had become public when those two signed with Chicago and Washington, respectively. Maybe Mariota would have been interested, but I guess they liked Tyrod for other intangibles, like familiarity with the coaches and how he handles negative situations.

[I searched, but found no topic for this. Please delete or merge if there is one.] https://theathletic.com/2594671/2021/05/18/why-tyrod-taylor-is-the-right-qb-to-get-the-texans-through-a-season-without-deshaun-watson/ This is behind a paywalll and from two days ago, but I posted some of the Buffalo-related portion below, at the end, with quotes from Doug Whaley, Richie Incognito, Lorenzo Alexander, and Anthony Lynn. What the article came down to [in my own words] is that Taylor has been replaced by a rookie QB the last three team he has played for (Nate Peterman, Baker Mayfield, Justin Herbert); and is used to it, handling it professionally, without making waves. He prefers not to talk when things get uncomfortable. And Houston preferred Taylor to other options like Andy Dalton and Ryan Fitzpatrick because of his ability to extend plays, which they say is key when the OL has no established starters and the receivers are "mediocre". Houston also liked him because he also worked with their quarterbacks coach, Pep Hamilton, while with the Chargers; and head coach David Culley during Taylor’s final season in Buffalo (the then Bills’ quarterbacks coach), so Culley saw up close how Taylor handled the benching. A few paragraphs of the Buffalo-related portion: "In Week 11 of the 2017 season, when Buffalo benched Taylor for fifth-round rookie quarterback Nathan Peterman, Taylor said he was “obviously disappointed” but had to move forward. “I got voted captain for a reason,” he told reporters. “Guys are going to look to me to see how I respond.” After Peterman threw five interceptions that week, Taylor returned to the starting role and ignored potential awkwardness. According to teammates, Taylor didn’t address the locker room or bemoan that the Bills were never committed to him, having also benched him for a game during the previous season, under another front office, to avoid triggering an injury guarantee in a contract extension he signed earlier that year. “There were a lot of grumblings on the team, but Tyrod stayed consistent,” said Richie Incognito, a Bills offensive lineman at the time. And by consistent, Incognito meant consistently mild-mannered to the point that “when Tyrod would yell to get lined up, you’re like, ‘Oh, he means it.’” Buffalo went on to clinch its first playoff berth in 18 years during that 2017 season. Lorenzo Alexander, who played 13 NFL seasons as an outside linebacker, credits Taylor’s attitude after being benched for Peterman — or lack thereof — for the success. “That can tear a team apart,” Alexander said, adding it can lead players to “choose sides and not be as productive during the week. … Him playing it down in a lot of ways and it not being as big of a deal as it was to him personally, it allowed us to take our time, go back to him and find our way into the playoffs.” [...] [Anthony Lynn, Taylor's head coach in San Diego, and who once was his offensive coordinator in Buffalo:] “My respect meter has gone up a lot for Tyrod Taylor because that was the hardest conversation I’ve ever had to have with a player since I’ve been in this league, the way he lost his job,” Lynn said toward the end of last season. “And the way he’s handled this situation with Justin, and how he’s come to work every day and prepares, there’s a reason that every man on this team voted him for team captain.” Former Bills general manager Doug Whaley, who benched Taylor in 2016 to avoid triggering that injury guarantee in the QB’s contract, said Taylor is entering “that Ryan Fitzpatrick mold, that veteran you have around that’s always going to be professional and be that bridge.” Whaley characterized this Texans season as “a unique opportunity” for a quarterback who “can compartmentalize, This is my team as long as I’m under center. This is a chance for me to audition for my next team, or even audition for this team.” [...] In 10 NFL seasons, Taylor has established a reputation for being an average passer who struggles to read the middle of the field but rarely turns the ball over, which can be both a positive and a sign of overly conservative play. Next Gen Stats began tracking the percentage of quarterbacks’ throws into tight windows in 2016, and Taylor ranked near the bottom of the league in such throws each of his final two seasons in Buffalo. During three years as the Bills’ primary starter, only 6.4 percent of Taylor’s throws traveled more than 20 yards downfield, according to Sportradar. For reference, those throws have made up 13.6 percent of Watson’s career pass attempts. [...] “This is the best guy who could come into this [the Houston] situation,” Alexander said. “Just like a great safety can cover up a cornerback who is not good, Tyrod will cover up a lot of the bad exposure down there in Houston because of who he is as a person.”

You are thinking of small-claims courts, where they key word is "small". And yes, it is also civil, but since it is "small", items like juries are remedies like injunctions and amount you can claim are often limited: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Small_claims_court "Trial by jury is seldom or never conducted in small-claims courts; it is typically excluded by the statute establishing the court. "

Yes: https://www.texaspress.com/law-a-the-media-in-texas-civil-trial-01 "Law & the Media in Texas — Civil Trial [...] Juries in justice and county courts consist of six members. District court juries have 12 members. Either side may request a jury. A 10 to 2 verdict is sufficient in civil district trials, but a unanimous verdict is necessary in criminal district trials. "

To Gary Anderson: can you confirm you purposely performed poorly during your 1982 rookie pre-season with the Bills in order to get cut? Do you regret that now, never having gone to a Super Bowl, when you could have gone to four with Buffalo and perhaps had the game-winning kick in 1990?

My bet is Trubisky one quarter with some of the starters, if that; then Fromm one half; and Webb one quarter to mop up (assuming he is still on the team). No Allen.

Ah, got it. My bad.

You mean Tampa Bay, not Arizona? Or do you mean losses last season?

Yeah, they only had one 1,000 rusher during Marino's 17-year tenure there: 1996 with Karim Abdul-Jabbar with 1,116 yards.

Because it's been discussed here hundreds of times over the years. No new info.

Food threads are always popular here. "9 Classic Buffalo Foods to Be Thankful For" https://www.visitbuffaloniagara.com/9-classic-buffalo-foods-to-be-thankful-for/ From the link above: 1. Beef on Weck 2. Buffalo-Style Pizza 3. Sponge Candy 4. Peanut Sticks 5. Spaghetti Parm 6. Charcoal-Broiled Hot Dogs 7. Chicken Wings 8. Fish Fry 9. Chicken Finger Subs Also, check this link out for more foods: https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/new-york/buffalo/iconic-foods-buffalo/ "These 11 Iconic Foods In Buffalo Will Have Your Mouth Watering"

I didn't see this mentioned here and couldn't find it in a search, but if it was, please feel free to merge or delete this post. Last month, Andre Reed (Class of 2014) was announced as one of the four Pro Football Hall of Fame Gold Jacket coaches for this year's 3-day adult fantasy camp in September, along with Cris Carter (Class of 2013), Brian Dawkins (Class of 2018), and Terrell Davis (Class of 2017). Andre's statement: https://www.profootballhof.com/pro-football-hall-of-fame-fantasy-camp-set-for-sept-16-18-2021/ “When I heard about the Hall of Fame Fantasy Camp, I knew I wanted to be a part of it,” shared Reed. “This an opportunity for true fans of the game to experience it like never before and showcase their skills at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium. I am looking forward to scouting, drafting and coaching alongside my fellow Hall of Famers, Cris Carter, Terrell Davis and Brian Dawkins.”" Here is the official link: https://www.profootballhof.com/fantasycamp Excerpt: "Each participant will get the chance to participate in NFL Combine-like drills to showcase their skills to the Gold Jackets, who during an NFL Draft style event, will draft their teams for the games. Every player will get to play in scrimmages leading up to their game that will take place in Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium. Included with the event registration fee are hotel stay, meals, ground transportation in Canton, plus each participant will receive an exclusive HOF Gear Pack and a behind the scenes tour of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. There will also be social gatherings and networking opportunities for each participant." This is the itinerary: Thursday, September 16, 2021 12pm - 5pm: Check-in 6:30pm - 8pm: Welcome Dinner 8pm - 10pm: Tour of the Pro Football Hall of Fame Friday, September 17, 2021 8am - 9am: Breakfast 9:30am - 11:30am: Combine 11:30am - 12:30pm: Lunch 12:30pm - 1pm: 7v7 Tutorial 1pm - 2:30pm: Scrimmages 3pm - 4pm: Film Study 7pm - 8pm: Dinner 8pm - 10pm: HOF Draft Experience Saturday, September 18, 2021 8am - 9am: Breakfast 9:30am - 11am: Pre-Game Practice 11am-1pm: Games 1pm - 2:30pm: Lunch/Photo Op 2:30pm - 3:30pm: Consolation Game 3:30pm - 4:30pm: Championship Round 4:30pm - 5pm: Championship Ceremony/Photos 7pm - 10pm: Dinner & Awards I have to admit it was funny watching the men, many of whom were out-of-shape (to be kind), participate in the combine and drills above, but it looks like they had fun.

I have lived in the Bay Are for 11 years now (San Francisco-Oakland-San Jose), so I don't mind if San Francisco does well, though I am not really a fan. I have also been spoiled by the Golden State Warriors and San Francisco Giants multiple championships in the past decade. Easy to support those two teams when Buffalo doesn't have any. The A's and Sharks have also done well. But I can't stand the former Oakland Raiders though. Now when I lived in southern Maine in the 90's, the Patriots fanaticism was insane. I couldn't stand it.

I know you are joking, but -6 is actually tied for fourth best spread that week with Dallas at Tampa Bay, also at -6. This is not bad.