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It's not like number 17 and the offense has been humming. In fact, I'd argue Allen has played pretty poorly. In his last four games, he's the worst rated QB passing under no pressure. That's just crazy that the Bills are still winning. I don't think the current version of Allen gets it done on Sunday. I'm extremely interested in seeing the adjustments Miami makes on offense. The Bills D destroyed their rhythm and timing.

The dolphins are 13- 3 at home. The home field is very big here.

That's fair. I don't think Herbert is in Allen's league. Just my opinion. He also has a SB ring. Tick Tok...

This is hogwash. Mahomes and Burrow aren't moons ahead of Allen in talent. It's ridiculous to say Allen can't beat Mahomes or Burrow. He had Mahomes beat and the coach shi! the bed in 13 seconds. Allen has beaten Mahomes in the regular season more than once. The "yet" doesn't give you an out here. Burrow is very good but it's can be argued Josh is better. Either way there's not a huge difference to say Allen can't beat Burrow. The Bills coaching staff was abysmal in the Bengals playoff game. That's when I firmly knew McD wasn't the guy. The "yet" doesn't give you an out here. Football is a team sport led by a QB driven league. Allen has not progressed further in the playoffs not because of Allen. There's a lot of reasons and it's not that Allen can't beat Mahomes or Burrow yet. What a crazy statement. Look at coaching and game planning as a start as to why the Bills can't get over the hump. Other variables are applicable such as injuries, player execution, and team weaknesses. How many more chances do you give McD to fail? How many more excuses? Mahomes, Burrow, Reid, injuries, coordinators, special teams coach, PTSD, bad luck, etc... Pick one or more.

It's not a hard concept whatsoever. Good coaches get fired all the time. The best examples are in the NBA. Many fired coaches get opportunities afterwards in the NFL too. Often they end of being coordinators too. In a perfect world I'd be satisfied if McD remained the DC. Often it's about creating change and progressing to the next step. Do you think the team is progressing under McD? I don't and think change is a reasonable solution to jump start the team ahead. This upcoming Miami game is huge. A loss and a playoff miss certainly will open up some eyes. Eyes that have been closed shut for two years. Maybe even yours? This would devastate the fan base on a temporarily. As a football fan, I could see myself watching the entire post season with anger and disappointment. I suspect my disapproval for McD will grow and more support will gather. Sure hope this doesn't happen.

Who said McD has no responsibility for building the Bills into a top franchise? I didn't. When you land a Josh Allen it's pretty much a given you can sleepwalk into a top 10 franchise. He that good. The issue and the debate is why the Bills haven't been able to even sniff a super bowl. Frankly, they haven't even been close!!! There are several reasons why and one IMHO includes McD. Of course,you disagree. Should this fan base accept a good regular season as a success, playoff appearances as a success? One playoff win and out as a success? This is what we've gotten under McD. Success can be measured and interpreted in many ways. I'd argue the goalpost have dramatically moved for at least a couple of years. McD continues to fall short. Not sure how Bills fans nonchalantly dismiss the 13 second nightmare and the Bengal thrashing as hoe hum. What's the next occurrence of failure? Can't wait to hear your excuse.

I think in retrospect we Bills fans will regret that the regime stuck with McD too long. I get that he's a good coach and has done a lot of great things in Buffalo. He fits the persona to a T. That shouldn't be lost in the conversation. With that said, I would welcome a change. I've seen enough...

Ok tell me how you think McD developed Josh Allen? What are your thoughts if the Bills lose to Miami and miss the playoffs? It's not unbelievable because the last two years McD has been incompetent in the playoffs. Do you recall 13 seconds and a blowout loss to the Bengals? What's more unbelievable is you can't see how incompetent McD was. You can go back further in the playoffs and see how his team blew it in Houston and Jacksonville too. It's a pattern not an anomaly.

That's a stretch. McD is a defensive guy and is pretty much hands off on the offense. Jordan Palmer was probably the one guy who really helped develop Josh and his mechanics, vision, and confidence. I suppose McD can get a backdoor pat on the pat for this. I'd argue McD hasn't fully taken advantage of their franchise QB. One loss in an AFC championship game is the furthest the team has gone under Allen. I think that is a pretty big failure. Sure one can argue the opposite with consecutive playoffs appearances.

I agree in full. I've been banging the release of McD drum as loud as anyone.

75% is a lot than an edge.

Replacing McD and setting everything back by years is not true! A coaching change could have the opposite effect and propell the team forward. Both are unknowns. What's know is McD hasn't been able to get this team over the top with one of the best QBs in the league. Arguments on both sides for and against McD exist. Fear of change shouldn't be one of them.

Took the words right out of my mouth. I couldn't agree more. 👍

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!!!!