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Like the under and the Jets money line. No way Cook runs for 130. Allen is likely to be pressured all game.

I don't see the Bills putting up 31 points vs that Jets D. I think the Jets Dline dominants the Bills Oline. That's the more likely outcome than vice versa. Quinton Williams will be dominant.

It's hard not to think the Jets O isn't going to be better with Rodgers and Cook. I couldn't help but get flashbacks to the Cincinnati game when you mentioned the weak OL of the Jets. Truthfully, I don't have confidence in the Bills pass rush. Without a healthy Von they just don't look that good. Also, the Jets pounded the ball vs the Bills. They are not bad in run blocking. This seems to get overlooked here. It's too early for a game prediction. However, that crowd in 9/11 will be crazy and frenzied. Big advantage to the Jets. The bias in me thinks the refs will favor the Jets big time. This sure seems like a statement game for the Jets to their fans. This game has uphill battle written all over it.

I'm saying the Bills offense is built and predicated on longer passing plays; which takes longer to develop. I'm not a stat guy, but I'm willing to say that Allen Is near the top of average yards per pass attempt. It's been a consistent and constant theme that the Bills really don't utilize the screen game and Allen is reluctant to take the check downs. Last year, they didn't have a quality slot guy for quick passes. Rather, Allen likes to scramble and look for the big plays down field. Often, he's successful and that's one asset that makes him special. Sure at times, it leads to turnovers or a less percentage completed passes. That's the way I see it. There's always been discussion about reigning in Allen. How much is too much or not enough? How much blame or credit goes to Allen and or the coaching staff? One play that immediately comes to mind is the Miami game. It was a fourth down play and Allen scrambled and scrambled towards the out of bounds sideline. At the last moment, he jumped and threw an amazing ball for a TD. Vintage Josh Allen! We all remember that. Another game that jumps off the page is the 13 sec game. Allen was throwing darts down field with ease. It was orgasmic! In short, Allen is a gun slighter sort of speak. Think Brett Farve if you will. He will almost always look downfield first. Yes, almost to a fault sometimes instead of taking the underneath stuff. That's the trade off and the dilemma Dorsey and Daball faced. There is no easy answer or solution. My biggest criticism of Allen is his turnovers. Turnovers can really be game changers. In short, I don't believe the Bills game plan advocates for lots of underneath throws. Couple that with Allen being more apt to make longer down the field passes. However, I do remember the Bills coming out and being effective vs the Rams. Short quick passes that opened up the deep throws. I believe that was the case the following game vs Tenn. I'm not so sure Allen had confidence in his WRs last year. Cook was also learning on the job. Perhaps, this year they will get back to utilizing the short game. They certainly didn't do it vs Miami or Cincinnati in the playoffs.

Just wondering when has Brown played good? Not trying to be silly. I really can't remember saying wow Brown looks solid today.

Based on your description here of Allen he certainly doesn't sound elite. He hasn't made his receivers better, he isn't decisive enough with his throws, he doesn't hit his check downs, and he doesn't make the proper adjustments. Did I summarize accurately what you said? Boy, I'm more confused than ever... That's not the Bills offense. Allen isn't running a west coast offense or a version of it. Allen is more than capable of competing short quick passes. He did it with Beasley quite well. Joe Burrow and the Bengals are a great example of what you are talking about. That's not the Bills offense.

Well stated!

Of course, he deserves criticism when he plays poorly. I've criticized him myself. My premise isn't that he is void of criticism. My contention is that he can read defenses. He vision is very good. A poster stated he can't read defenses. I think that's just flat out inaccurate.

I get that but to imply he can't read defenses is absurd. Sadly, he can't live up to Superman every game. The Bills organization has overly relayed on Allen for years. He's had a subpar oline for years, a new OC, and a lack of weapons. He's literally carried the team on his back for years! The overwhelming sentiment around the league is that the Bills were/are too dependent on Allen. No one is void of criticism that includes Allen. At times, he tries to do too much and that leads to turnovers, he may hold onto the ball too long, sometimes he's not as accurate as he can be, and he may make the wrong read. I guess if you are anti Josh or a complete perfectionist go ahead and criticize him. Seems pretty silly to me to advocate criticism to arguably the top 3 QB in the league. Think what he could do with a consistent solid running game, great offensive schemes and play calling, offensive weapons besides Diggs, coaching, and an Oline that can protect him. That where the true and valid criticism lies. Allen is the solution not the problem. Sadly, when Allen isn't Superman the Bills are more likely to lose especially against good to great teams. I guess it's fair to criticize him for not being Superman. Maybe he needs some more Robins to help him out.

I think you are being ultra critical of Allen. The guy is simply elite, franchise, special, and one of the best in the league. To criticize Allen seems pretty disingenuous imho. Of course, there's always room for improvement but man let's focus on some bonafide issues. Allen isn't the problem he's the solution. He's the building block of the team. I just don't get the crusade you are on with regards to Allen. About 30 teams would trade their current QB for Allen in a heartbeat. Yes, the Allen who can't read defenses in your eyes. I think it's wise to focus your criticism elsewhere.

Perhaps it's terminology. You said "he can't read defenses." That's just not true! If you said he can improve in reading defenses then I think thats fair. Besides Brady and Breeze, I'm not sure any QB can't improve reading defenses. I don't think anyone would debate that Allen or any other QB couldn't improve in reading a defense. I don't think many football fans will agree that Allen can't read a defense. A top 3-5 QB in the NFL has to have skill in reading a defense. Think Cam Newton here. No way in hell is Allen a version of Newton in the passing game. Did you see him play the game against the Chiefs? The 13 second game as a reference. Arguably one of the best QB performances I've seen. His vision was virtually flawless.

Come on man. You haven't watched Allen play enough if you think he can't read defenses. Does he get fooled by defenses? Yes at times he does? Does he take big chances with his throws. Yes he does. However, to imply the guy can't read defenses is absurd. You don't have his stats without him being able to have much success reading defenses. No way no how! You don't have to check any box for me. However, when I see ridiculous takes I will challenge them. No offense. Frankly, it's ridiculous to say Allen can't read a defense.

I'm one big critic of players and coaches. That's truly an understatement. Your anti Allen crusade is pretty far off and off base. I don't think most here are afraid to criticize Allen when he plays poorly. Yes, he does have poor games. Yes, he did throw some really bad INTs last year. Yes, he should make easier underneath throws, etc... Yes, sometimes he tries to do too much and makes errors. Yes, he does make some bad throws. Criticism is warranted at times. I'm the first one to jump on him for poor play. However, Allen is the least of the Bills problems. He's the exact opposite. He's the glue, the stability of the team, the franchise QB all teams look for, and directly responsible for most of the Bills winning. Without Allen, the Bills would likely not make the playoffs. The team isn't nearly as good without him. The Bills organization is very fortunate to have Allen. It was a beyond fantastic pick by Beane. Allen was anything but a sure thing. Huge potential that has absolutely reaked vast rewards. Be appreciative of this. Criticizing him is more than OK. Allen is the first to say when he plays like Shi#. Come on man, the anti Allen crusade is pretty ridiculous unless you are trolling.

This is pretty crazy. Allen is the key reason why the Bills are on a playoff run. He's that good! Of course he's not perfect, makes errors, and can't do it by himself especially in the playoffs. This take is pretty hard to understand and justify. Allen is clearly one of the top QBs in the league. He's the least of the Bills issues.

Kind of reminds me of when they picked up Beasley and Brown. Everything wasn't fine then nor is it fine now.

Or maybe be in the starting lineup

What moves are out there? I think the Bills management rolled the dice here. Hoping for a steady to good Dawkins and a much improved and healthy Brown. I suppose both can still happen. Yesterday, doesn't bode lots of confidence though. Beane upgraded the interior of the line but the tackles are a huge question. Year after year we fans seemed concerned about the oline. Getting frustrated when you see the likes of KC and Philly being so successful. I thought the game was won in the trenches so long as you have a franchise QB. Maybe, that's old school thinking and incorrect. I think it's pretty hard to win games if you have two weak tackles.

Great post!

I've always thought Dawkins was decent to average. The poor play of others just masked a lot of his short comings. He looks good thus far.

That's fair. Just frustrating to see that Beane seemingly can't build a quality oline that's worthy of a SB run. It will mostly fall on Allen to be Superman again. That's possible but unlikely. Frustrated because there was a huge glaring hole at MLB when Edmunds departed. To date, the Bills MLB game plan seems inadequate to say the least. I know it's only preseason if you will. However, I don't want to see the Bills limping into the Jets game. Maybe that's an overreaction.

He certainly doesn't look to be successful developing Brown. His unit last year certainly wasn't good. Sure it's not all on him but I wouldn't call his short second time tenure a success. He was revered as a savior by many. He hasn't lived up to the hype thus far. Then again this might not be fair because of many factors.

Not gleeful at all. There were some positives to swallow but the negatives were absolutely glaring. Are the Bills planning on trotting out the current rostered players at tackle and MLB? If so, barring a dramatic and unlikely improvement the Bills will not sniff a SB. Add in a coaching staff that has yet to get it done come playoff time. In the short term, the Jets game certainly looks like a big statement game.

Exactly! Yet, many are willing to ignore or give excuses. Who cares about the score. It's the above that raises eyebrows.

The Jets D must be salivating. Delvin Cook will be looking to hit a hone run again. Is the window closing? Is it time for change?

Do the players get to tell the coaches they sucked too?