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Great post and read! First and foremost I am a Bills fan to the max! Unfortunately, I see the glass half empty and I wish I wasn't this way. Perhaps, it's because I'm haunted by the past failures of the team? Perhaps it's in my DNA? This forum definitely helps me see things in another light. That is a positive. Unfortunately, my thinking usually meets it with resistance. No argument there. Thus, the "negative Nancy" certainly isn't an invalid description although not pleasant. I do think I'm over the top. However, I do think much of my criticisms are valid. No need for comments Nevertheless, I'm really not here to defend myself or my posts. I'm here because I am a fan of the Buffalo Bills!!! Always have been and always will. We all have the same goal of wanting that Lombardi Trophy hoisted in Buffalo. Seeing the rabid fans going crazy at the airport, seeing the parade, seeing a town and community in ecstasy, and fulfilling a life long dream. Yes it's only football and entertainment. I get that. But how sweet would it be to reach the top? Just one before I die... That's fair. I know I pound the drum way too much. That's way I was in time out. I didn't agree with the decision but I'm powerless. It sucked to be away. It was a humbling experience and I hope to be better going forward. Now let's beat Miami! I don't even want to think about missing the playoffs.

If the Bills had the one seed locked up would you want the Bills starters to play. You have to also assume the Bills would be clicking on all cylinders as well. The ravens certainly are. Once you answer the question above you should change your mind.

I disagree. Do you really think playing starters here will be advantageous to their future playoff game? Are people here saying it will prevent the players from being rusty? I'm not buying that argument at all. Instead, all players bodies are banged up at this point. Rest and preventing injuries are optimal here. This game is totally meaningless for the Ravens unless they see the Bills asca threat. If so, they will lose the game. Either way the path is paved for a Pitt win unless the Ravens backups steal one. Huntly isn't bad.

They have nothing to play for. Bodies are banged up and rest is more than welcomed. Also, why would you risk injuries for a meaningless game? Lastly, it would be smart to lose and maybe aid in the dangerous Bills team to miss the playoffs. The ravens will 100% rest their starters.

I got a little uncomfortable near the end. The game shouldn't have even been close. Like it's been pointed out the win is great and top priority. The real question is can the offense be good enough next week and playoff time if the Bills make. Of course we hope it is. I think it's fair to be at least slightly disappointed and concerned about the offense going forward. I'm not sure why so many here are taking exception to others who are critical of the Bills O.

75% seems way way to high. Really well put. I agree 100%.

Brady is a clear upgrade over Dorsey. However, the Bills passing offense isn't clicking. Its been problematic for multiple games. More specifically, Allen isn't playing or passing nearly as well as he's capable of. His vision seems off and maybe lacking some confidence, WR issues a plenty with stops not getting open, and or disappearing. That includes Diggs. The oline is leaking in pass protection. It's not just one issue that needs to improve or get corrected. It's a multitude of issues which likely isn't going to get fixed this year. Alpha trust your eyes and be honest here. The Bills passing game isn't anywhere near what is could or should be. It's taken a plunge from the offense of a few years ago. Don't get lost in statistics. I'm not saying the Bills offense sucks. Please don't take it that way. To it's credit, Allen and the offense has done enough when it counts in crunch time. What I'm saying is the offense should be better. It has to be better to match on into the playoffs. It's fair to be concerned about the offense. It's fair to think maybe Brady's tendencies are being figured out.

Agree. Joe Marino on his YouTube channel said he feels like he's watching the 2018 version of Allen. That message certainly resonates.

No martyr at all. Plenty wrong on here. I'd rather think I offer a more cynical point of view to the unbalanced perspectives of many here. Truthfully, I don't think that plays a large role in next week's game. All three games last year were nail biters. This year the Bills manhandled them. What that means and how it motivates each team is really difficult to know. I have to say with confidence that both teams and coaches probably are very confident they can win.

Bingo. I've noticed it repeatedly. It's almost laughable. I'm met with great resistance when I disagree. So much as to be called a fan of other teams. So much as to get thrown into the penalty box for giving valid opinions. It is what it is.

This is really flawed thinking here. At best homerism. This no way the dolphins are thinking like this. It's a week to week league. The Dolphins will be ready to play the Bills at home. They will be confident they can beat the Bills especially in their building. Come on now stop this non sense talk. It's gonna be a dog fight likely down to the last possession or play.

Easy money. Got the best of both worlds. I won my bet with the Pats and the points. The Bills won. Win win. I'm first (most wins vs spread) in my weekly pool. This week is the last week. Hopefully, I can take first place. I just picked the Bills - 3 for one of my four picks. Let's go Bills!!!!

I agree. I don't see Pitt or the Jags losing. I think Buffalo has to beat Miami to make the playoffs. No easy task if Waddle and Mosert can play. Two big time weapons.

I'm getting flashback of the Bengals playoff game and their oline issues. Sometimes the next man up sets up.

Very fair thoughts. 70% seems awful generous to me.

That's it in a nutshell. 👍

Win or go home makes me nervous.

Let's dig deeper into what I said and your response. Your sarcasm is screaming out the page. How do you think Allen played? Did you see consistent WR separation? Has it been an issue this season? Even Diggs is on the discussion now. That's pretty concerning. Agree? OC sucks? I didn't imply that. Is it daur to say that there's more tape on his style and play calling. Maybe teams are looking at his tendencies and making adjustments. The offensive pass game certainly isn't clicking like it can. You can elaborate on why or why not. I'm just pointing out a valid concern here. Obviously, you don't want to discuss it. Joe Marino has been discussing it for weeks now. So take his word not mine. The Pats have one of the best run defenses in the league. As a result, I didn't think the Bills would be as successful running the ball. Not sure how that is a crazy thought. The Cowboy game really doesn't equate to success vs NE. Lastly, this Bills team just seems a little off this year. Inconsistent from game to game quarter to quarter. I think that's a fair statement. That inconsistency can lead to a wide range of results. My eyes just don't see a SB team here. Of course, you disagree and I respect that. My opinion isn't fact nor do I portray it as fact. Nevertheless, I will be pumped watching the Bills next week. Huge game!!!

That's fair. To be honest, I think we have the slightly better team due to the QB situation. I don't think there is much separation between the two teams. I think this game can truly go either way. There are things I like about the game and things I don't. I'll elaborate at another time. If I were giving odds I'd probably say 55% chance of Bills winning. That's not great odds but still slightly favorable. What odds do you think?

No need to apologize at all. Optimism isn't a bad thing. I think you are a little over the top. However, I'm way over the top in the opposite direction. I bug lots here but that's not my goal or intention. Just differing ways of seeing things. So long as it's professional it's all good. You are always classy and respectful despite our differences.

Josh was poor today. Even when he had time he was off, the WRs had little separation, and Brady's play calling and scheme seems to be faltering. The honeymoon faze is over. I was surprised that the Bills ran the ball decently vs the Pats D. I just don't get the sense this team has the makeup or talent to make a deep playoff run. The saving grace is other teams seem equally vulnerable. Balt looks really good though. McD seems to scheme well vs Lamar but that offense looks more explosive and dangerous. First things first make the dance.

Come on bro. You'd like the odds of the Bills were playing SF at their house. Let's be honest here. No offense but you rarely have a criticism of the team.

Good post. I'm not sure how you can feel confident about the Miami game? Did you read your post? Nothing in it displays confidence. Don't get me wrong the Bills can definitely win and hopefully they do. However, they can easily lose the road game as well. I'm optimistic but very concerned the Bills might not make the playoffs. Pretty bummed that a loss could very well send them home. I was really hoping after today the Bills clinched a playoff birth.

I agree. I don't see a blowout here. I just put $100 on the Pats plus 12. Just way too many points. Bills win still.

I was thinking he may be injured as well. He just doesn't seem to have that same quickness, quirks, and juke.