Max Fischer

Guess we'll find out on Sunday, eh?

Suppose you were among the throng that ripped the other "experts" who picked Bucs over Bills, Falcons over Bills and Saints over Bills? God knows there were outright expressions of indignation that these experts would have the gall to predict a Bills loss. So, if the Jets pummel the Bills will you apologize to Boomer? If the Bills beat up on the Jets then we can use our hindsight vision to beat on him. How fans can get upset about predictions -- expressing an opinion before the game is played -- is beyond me.

Indy asked, but I'll ask again. How so?

Exactly. Why does it matter if fans or media are not told what the Bills will do? What right do fans or the media have to ANY information? Why do fans believe they should be "told the truth" or should have access to ANYTHING the Bills plan to do? It's psychotic and stupid to believe you have a "right" to anything. It makes no sense. Lie to my face, I don't give a sh-- and neither should anyone else. The Bills owe me nothing - all I ask in return is to do everything they can to win a game. If you don't like it, don't go to the games, don't root for the team and create your own team on Madden and live in that fantasy world were you feel appreciated and entitled.

All-time Moon - does not include his 20K+ yards etc in the cfl over 6 years. 4th in attempts 5th in TDs 4th in completions 4th in yards Vinny - 5th attempts 8th TDs (could get to 7th soon) 6th completions (could get to 5th soon) 6th yards Drew- 7th attempts 19th TDs 7th completions 10th yards (with 8th well in reach) I don't have win-loss. I say Moon needs to go in but not sure if there is any strong doubt (on the 2006 ballot with Thurman, Reed and Aikman). Vinny is on the bubble but has never made a huge impact in the league; while you can debate Drew's ability to win he's always been a top QB.

I very much enjoyed the Bills late season success and near playoff record which led to great expectations for 2005. However, there was one consequence: JP didn't get any playing time when the season "was over." A bunch of "no pressure, get a few starts and hit the ground running" games. Palmer, Manning and others had them, and none of those teams had real playoff expectations the next year. I did expect JP to do better this year, but I also think this three game losing streak is a collective team hangover from last season's run. A crash down to earth that has led to panic and despair because the expectations were out of whack. That said, I'm disappointed that TD and Mulkarky have hit the panic button that gives the impression that JP is the problem. I think I'm one of the few who really like TD and MM; but the high, unrealistic (hindsight) expectations are leading them-- IMO -- to the wrong LONG TERM decision. At this point I'd rather go 5-11 with JP this year and take the chance that he's good enough to lead the team with Palmer/manning like seasons next year. I fear they are just putting off the inevitable poor JP games and not doing what it takes to compensate elsewhere. The possible big disaster is for the Bills to lose anyway with Holcomb. What do they do then?

For the record: the Maryland "Fair Share" bill was vetoed by the Governor but sure to be overridden. Yes, I understand free market, not forcing you to work there, etc. But fact is, these people can't afford healthcare on their own and taxpayers just pick up the tab anyway. The bill isn't onerous, it's minimum coverage. At Walmart size stores they can all but dictate the market on their own. I'm not an actuary or anything but I'd bet there's a chance that if (large) businesses pickup up the cost of health care, government could conceivably cut taxes with the money they'd save in uninsured costs.

Yup. TD should up and quit like many fans have already. Good suggestions here: "stop going to the games", "don't put up with TD" and general calls for suicide always turn a season around. Way to go. With fans like these, who needs a team.

Redskins. Duh.

For the Record, the season is over for the following teams: ALL 1-2 Buffalo - obviously NY Jets Cleveland Tennessee San Diego Chicago Minnesota Carolina New Orleans San Fran Baltimore (0-2) Houston (0-2) All 0-3 Disbanded and sold for parts Oakland Green Bay Arizona 2-1 Better Luck Next Year Miami New England Pittsburgh Jax Denver KC Dallas NYG Philly Atlanta Seattle St. Louis NFC Championship Tampa Bay vs. Washington AFC Championship Cincy vs. Indianpolis Bills are so far out of contention, it's embarrassing. A full one game out of first and two games out of Super Bowl contention. Simply can't make that up in only 13 games.

The King is dead, long live the King.

No, no. My fault. You taught me a valuable lesson, oh wise one. Please continue, the world is a better place when we act and think just like you. Thanks again, see you on the board!

Thanks for your usual elitist, snide and irrelevant response. I will apologize to the whole board for the brain cramp typo. Happy now?

Well said. I agree with everything. If you we're told that against ATL the Bills offense would: 1. Score 16 points 2. Give up only one turnover 3. Not commit a single one penalty; and 4. Willis would run for 150 yards and 172 net rushing, I would have caulked up a Win.

Memorable quotes A few Memorable Quotes from "Get Smart" (1965) Agent 99: Max, that knife missed you by inches. Maxwell Smart: You think it's some kind of warning? -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Agent 99: You're not taking me on this assignment, are you, Max? Maxwell Smart: No, I'm not. Agent 99: But, Max, this is the biggest case that's ever been given to Control, it could mean the end of the world. Maxwell Smart: If it's going to mean the end of the world, I want to make sure that you're all right. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Chief: I'm sure Congress will reconsider our budget cut. Agent 99: Well, why doesn't Congress cut the CIA's budget? Maxwell Smart: How can they? Nobody knows what their budget is. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- KAOS Agent: Look, I'm a sportsman. I'll let you choose the way you want to die. Maxwell Smart: All right, how about old age? -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Maxwell Smart: I may never get to play with the Philharmonic, but on the other hand, is Leonard Bernstein licensed to kill? -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Maxwell Smart: There are no holidays in the fight against evil. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Chief: Max, you realize that you'll be facing every kind of danger imaginable. Maxwell Smart: And... loving it. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Agent 99: You'll be in extreme danger every minute. Maxwell Smart: ...and... loving it -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Maxwell Smart: I'm getting complaints from the landlord about the gun battles in the hall, and the bombs in the lobby, and the knife fights in the elevator. Chief: Well, when you rent an apartment to a secret agent, you've got to expect those things. Maxwell Smart: But he doesn't know I'm a secret agent. Chief: Well, how do you explain people attacking you and shooting at you? Maxwell Smart: Well, I told him I work for the Bureau of Internal Revenue. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Chief: Max, this will undoubtedly be the most dangerous mission you've ever gone on. You probably won't get back alive. Maxwell Smart: If you're trying to scare me, Chief, you're wasting your time. I don't know the meaning of the word fear. Chief: You'll parachute from six thousand feet. Maxwell Smart: I think I just learned it.

Yup, Mel and Buck Henry. With a slew of great comedy writers. Too many classic lines to count. Can't remember an unfunny episode.

Wow. If it were written by Hollywood we'd laugh at the schmoltz. Unfortunately, it was real.

Actually, no. Not like a real fan. They feel better playing the doomsayer.

No, unfortunately very sane and sober. Take a look at this board. Full of people who actually take satisfaction in saying they were "right." They're actually enjoying it. Very disturbing.

IMO, those type all very bad "fans." Malcontents who like being miserable and get more satisfaction saying "we suck" than winning. It's embarrassing.

ditto

There is no order. I'll stress again: if we expected ANY those things to happen we can not expect JP to do anything about it. Moreover, I agree, the play calling has taken a huge step back. No quick slants, not much play action, no reverses -- in other words, very little to make the defense hesitate a bit on the pass rush. Also, I think sometimes you need to take the "decision-making" away from a rookie, give him less of a progression, go for the quick hit.

If you think the Bills lost because of JP then you didn't watch the game. It's a team game, if you forgot.

Seriously, did you really expect to win with JP this year if you knew that ANY of the following would happen?: 1. The Defense played average at best. 2. The Defense could not stop the run. What 200 yards two weeks in a row? 3. The Defense STILL can't stop the 3rd and long. 4. The "Offensive" Line can't pass block for more than two and half seconds. 5. Either the WRs cannot get separation (either due to the player or play design). JP is a rookie. And we cannot expect a Rookie to win the game and play from behind all the time. JP is no different than any other rookie, he can only play as well as those around him. He CAN'T carry the friggin team. Neither Manning, Palmer, Farve or any other rookie has EVER done that (ok, maybe Marino). JP will get better when the TEAM gets better. Don't expect any different from Holcumb or any other QB.

"LONG Development?" Three friggin games?