BigAl2526

I did some digging and could find nothing to link Thomas with diabetes. You are right about Mitchell.

Didn't I hear before he was drafted that he is a type 1 diabetic? At this point, I think it is managed well, but I wonder if it could be an issue for him. The bigger issue is what it might take to land him. My guess is at least a second round pick.

I have a sister-in-law and her husband living a bit north of Charlotte, the Denver area. If any thing, they are Steeler fans having lived outside Pittsburgh for a number of years.

He hasn't played enough this season to wear down.

They won't make it playing like they have thus far in the season, including yesterday. I'm always optimistic that they can improve though. I'm still wondering if and when they can get some of their wounded warriors back and healthy.

I think Ogunjobi is important mostly because of the guys who are hurt; Daquan jones, TJ Sanders and now Ed Oliver. As a player, I don't think he is a difference maker. I just hope there isn't too much of a decline in production in the middle of the defensive line with Ogunjobe getting a bunch of snaps. Hoecht has far more chance of making a difference on the outside. He gave us a sample yesterday. The jury is out on Hairston. I think he did well enough yesterday to earn a few more snaps the next time out. I think he probably has a pretty high ceiling. The only questions are whether or not he can reach it and how long will it take to get close to it? Hancock is a total unknown to me. I think he's more athletic than Rapp and Hamlin,, so I have hopes that eventually he might be better than both of them, but I have no idea how long it will take to get there.

Mmmm canned spinach!

Agreed. While I'm pleased with the win, and happy with a blowout, it did not alleviate the concerns I have. For whatever reason, Buffalo is shying away from passing the ball deep. The one big pass play today was a catch and run. It wasn't even a balanced offense. It was run heavy. That's fine when you can make it work. James Cook was amazing today, but there will be games where he will be far more ordinary, and Buffalo is getting nothing from Davis and Ty Johnson. Josh had a bunch of off throws today, and they were short throws. I wonder why. There have been no reports of an injury. Balance would be great, but the complete dearth of downfield plays, or even just attempted downfield plays will cause defensive coordinators to strategize to stop the things that Buffalo is doing successfully if Buffalo doesn't force them to account for the deep throw. So, has Buffalo abandoned the deep throw because they don't feel capable of executing it (weak group of receivers) a philosophical aversion to plays that carry a higher risk factor, or they are saving it in order to surprise Kansas City or some future opponent. I think the third possibility would be a mistake. If it is the first possibility, I'm worried because that will bite Buffalo when it counts. If it is a philosophical choice, I think it is a mistake. In the end, chicken ball can be just as deadly as hero ball. I think Buffalo needs to find a happy middle ground.

For me, the question at this point is, whether Brady is completely his own man, or does his play calling reflect Sean McDermotts philosophical biases?

I think Poyer and Hancock will both get some reps at safety. Who knows, Sam Franklin might even get a few.

I think the Bills value quickness and coverage ability in their linebackers, which is why they gravitate toward guys that everybody else might regard as undersized. Willson is bigger than the linebackers buffalo currently has, and is probably a poor fit for Milano's weak side role. He might be a better fit for the Mike role. Probably the biggest argument against making the trade is a greater need at other positions.

It is a no brainer that Poyer will be activated. I do agree that Poyer should be as effective as Rapp. That's a pretty low bar. I think McDermott will be looking at his options should Poyer get hurt or not be effective. The problem is the options are really limited. The best free agents still on the market are Julian Blackmon and Justin Simmons. Both have significant warts, obvious since they are still unsigned in late October. On the team right now are Cam Lewis, (undersized) Jordan Hancock (unproven rookie) and Sam Franklin Jr. (never been more than a special teamer).

Reports coming out of Carolina today say that Young is not in a walking boot and is suited up for practice. Looks like he will try to practice and if able, may play this weekend.

I agree with what most observers would say, that Hoecht is the better player. Ogunjobi will make a contribution mostly because Daquan Jones is hurt and Buffalo needs some experienced bodies on the interior of the line. I'm mainly hoping he can solidify the run defense in the middle of the line a bit. Hoecht is an upgrade to almost any other defensive end on the Bills right now, even Rousseau (the way he's played the last few games. No, he's not Myles Garrett, but he's something of a physical freak for his size, combining both strength and straight line speed. I'm counting on him getting some sacks, pressures, TFLs and quarterback hits.

I agree he's not going to start versus KC. When he is activated to the 53 man roster, I expect his snaps will be few and far between. As the season progresses, the number of snaps that he gets will depend on how well he's doing/