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Agreed. Wow, that's Vegas showing the Bills a ton of respect. I thought the Jets would be favorites for sure. I was WRONG.

I'll be there, section 136.

The Bills will be about +2.5 vs. the Jets next week. Meaning they will be home underdogs. No way the Bills will be favorites in that game. Vegas needs to set the line to get even betting on each side and I suspect anywhere from 2-3 points is about right. Getting Donald Jones back (still a big if) would be big for our offense. We haven't looked quite the same w/out him in the lineup IMO. Wanna bet that!?

Just an update, it looks like some late money is going on the Redskins. After climbing as high as -6 the Bills are back down to -4 as of tonight. Interesting.

Thanks and no there's no relation to nevergiveup. There was some chatter that the Bills had an eye on Hairston throughout the draft evaluation process. Guy looks like a baller too which is encouraging.

I saw the transcript, but no audio, for those that would rather listen to Buddy's recent interview on Toronto radio the link is below: http://www.fan590.com/media.jsp?content=20111027_170300_7400

Just out of curiosity, I'm not doubting this, but where did you hear this. I feel as though they've been pretty quiet about what the problem is. I assume you know someone who knows someone?

Bills are now -6. They opened at -4.5, were pushed to -5 a few hours later, and now one day later are at -6. Looks like the early money is betting the Bills.

Santana Moss was originally listed as out for 3 weeks, although Shanahan said it'd be 5-7 weeks in his presser today. So, yes, he's defintitely out for the Bills game.

Here's Williams media session from today: http://www.buffalobills.com/media-center/videos/Kyle-Williams-on-His-Injury-Situation/9010ea88-0d32-481b-b286-130f338e1f30 He looks pretty dejected when talking about the injury and it really doesn't sound all that promising. Says he's not even able to jog and it doesn't seem to be making much progress. This would be a pretty big blow to the Bills D. I think this injury also explains why you haven't seen the explosive plays out of KW that you're used to seeing. I believe he's been playing hamstrung by this injury since week 1. He's obviously an integral part of our defense, and a leader so losing him would be a major dissapointment. No KW hurts the run D, but it also severely negates our pass rush. He was monster when it came to penetrating up the middle and his lack of explosiveness this season has afforded opposing QB's a lot of extra time to look downfield in passing situations. Hopefully it heals up with some time. There is no sense in rushing back from it because it's obvious he's not very effective playing with this injury either. Like I said , I'm starting to get the feeling this may be more of a 4-6 week type of injury if not longer rather than 1-2 weeks.

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/10/24/redskins-confirm-hightower-out-for-season/ probably one of their best backs. This is the type of game I want to use as a measuring stick for how far the Bills have come. If they're a team that wants to be taken seriously they need to win the games they are "supposed" to win and this is one of them. This team needs to show what its made of in November/December. Having meaningful games in late December would be an awesome X-mas present for all of us.

I actually thought the Bills would be closer to 6.5 point favorites, a little surprised to see them at -5. I like the Bills by a comfortable margin this week. I also suspect the defense will get back on track with a few take aways and by tightening up in the redzone and forcing FG's rather than Td's. The extra week of preparation coupled with the Redskins injuries helps the bills out a lot. Bills 23-13. Steve Johnson has a big day.

Looks like Hightower was carted off. Anyone see the injury? http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/10/23/tim-hightower-carted-off-in-carolina/

I was going to say the same thing. Rob Gronkowski seemed like a good fit for a Buffalo weather team. I understand there were injury concerns coming out, but Gronkowski would've been the value pick there, and you could argue it was just as much of a need as a NT. Troup heading into the draft was considered a 3rd-5th round draft pick by PFW.com, although they did predict he would be overdrafted due to so many teams looking for NT.

I honestly believe that false start was done purposely to run an additional 2-4 seconds off the game clock. The way the mathematics broke down it looked like the bills were going to have to kick a fg with 6-8 seconds left on the game clock, prior to the false start. After the false start play a few seconds ran off the clock, and then the play reverted back to 2nd down. Im going to double check the whole.sequence on nfl rewind tonight, but I think it actually worked in the Bills favor. Perhaps this is what Billy Boy was arguing with the refs about.

On a sidenote....who else thinks John Murphy sucks calling the games. He isn't detailed enough for a radio caller, and his calls sound so forced. A very fake excitement and almost forced enthusiasm on the big plays. Not saying he doesn't try, but his calls, IMO, leave a lot to be desired.

Buffalo Bills (+9), over/uner (51.5). Seems about right to me. We need to hope Brady brings his C-game to Orchard Park, because our secondary isn't good enough to contend with the Patriots just yet. Their two TE's will be difficult covers for our LB's/S's.

I also heard Gruden make a semi-plug to be the next head coach of the Dolphins....it was something to the effect of " I want to bring back the days of the rabid fans down here in South Florida". It was a bit more than that, but I didn't hear it precisely enough to quote it accurately. If the Phins finish with another losing recored (which they will), Gruden would make alot of sense for the Phins and vice versa.

The Raiders remind me of the Bills a little. No one knows a whole lot about them and most don't think they're very good, but I think they're alright. Not a great team, but not an easy out either. There speedy receivers worry me some as does their running game. Sure Jason Campbell is no Brady, but he's playing pretty well in Oakland and will be a better test than Cassell was this week. A win over the Raiders would impress me moreso than the win today. Should be an entertaing game. Im hoping the home field advantage gives the Bills the edge. I can't wait to be there!

Baldwin was one of the more surprising 1st round picks. All reports were he had some lazy tendencies in college, I was especially surprised KC was the team to draft him. The season opener for KC, is just the type of game the Bills need to learn how to win if they want to turn the corner. I see KC as a very average team. Okay offense, okay defense, good RB's, below average QB. They don't score a ton of points so it should be a close game. If the Bills can stop the run in that game, and that's a huge if, but if they can they have a great shot to win. Playing on the road doesn't help our chances, but I think the fact that we played them so tight up there last year will give the whole team an added confidence, which is huge. Stuff the run w/ the likes of Williams, Dareus, Merriman, Barnett and Davis in that game and ask Matt Cassell to beat you with his arm. Good luck KC! I've already taken the Bills at +7. (Please no errant throws Fitzy!)

With Evans gone, Stevie Johnson is clearly the Bills #1 WR. My question is who now becomes the #2? I'm thinking David Nelson becomes the man, with Roscoe and Roosevelt working the slot. If Easley can stay healthy and shows something in preseason I believe he setups as an outside #2 WR type too. Anybody have any clue how it'll shake down? I seem to remember seeing, when the Bills played @ Miami late last season when Lee and Roscoe were out for the year, a lot of 3 WR sets w/ Stevie David Nelson and Namaam Roosevelt. I also remember them moving the ball pretty effectively through the air with those 3.

After listening to Chan's Presser tonight after practice it sounds like Lee may be headed elsewhere. If they weren't flirting with the idea of trading Evans, Chan and Buddy and Lee for that matter would be shooting down these so called rumors. That does not seem to be the case however. Listen to Gailey speak about the Lee trade rumors from 1:30-2:40. http://www.buffalobills.com/media-center/videos/Chan-Gailey-Wednesday-Night-Press-Conference/6fc70ea0-ca6d-47fd-8d51-a311acc082b5 Personally, I'm a little torn on this one because I like Lee. I have however noticed his drop in production the last couple of seasons, and the builds are in a rebuilding mode. The Bills haven't exactly been winning with Lee so why not grab a mid round pick for a guy who probably won't be making contributions for the Bills in a couple of years. I think Lee is solid, but by the time the Bills are ready to compete for the division (at least another year away) will he even be around anyway? I actually thought the Bills WR crew was quite competent looking @ Miami late last season w/out Lee. I also don't think Fitz has as much faith in Lee as he does in Stevie. Who knows, like I said I'm torn, but it's definitely starting to appear that the Bills are entertaining the idea of a 2011 season w/out Lee in the fold.

Back in April I was told I only had to put down a $150 deposit to hold me season tickets. The rep said upon a labor agreement I would owe the balance. The ticket office is closed today, but I haven't heard from them since the new agreement. Is anyone else in the same boat? I plan on calling them Monday.....but just thought it was odd that I hadn't heard from them yet.

After watching a few Alabama games this past season I couldn't help, but notice #41 in Bama's D all over the field laying down some hard hits. I took a note of his name, because he jumped out at me in the few games I saw. I see him in the Top 30, good to see. Pair him up with Marcell next year and continue building a nasty defense. Here's a quick look:

The only teams that will have a chance at Luck will be a- the team that finishes with the worst record or b- a team with 2 1st round picks and a lot of other higher picks. Scenario B, of course would only work if the team that finishes last already has a QB that they like and have a lot of money invested in (say the Panthers, Rams, Jaguars, Vikings, Titans, etc.). Since I don't see the Bills finishing 2-14 and since I know they don't have 2 #1's next year, I'd say it'll be nearly impossible for them to land Luck. The Patriots and Browns on the other hand put themselves in a slight position to land him by picking up an additional #1 in 2012. I really think the Browns moved down this year with Andrew Luck in mind.