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Lost in all this is how well the Bills kick coverage was all day. They were downfield quickly on that play.

First down and tackling will be the key on defense. Per ESPN: Chris Ivory had a season-high 107 rushing yards on 21 attempts on Thursday. Most of his damage came between the tackles, where he had 78 yards and a touchdown on 18 attempts. On the night, Ivory had 56 yards after contact, his second-highest total on the season. Ivory ranks first in the NFL with 2.68 yards after contact per rush this season.-- Chris Ivory had 10 rushes for 54 yards on first down. Coming into the game, Ivory ranked second in the NFL with 5.75 yards per rushing attempt on 36 first-down rushes. Since the start of last season, Geno Smith's 15 turnovers on 1st down is the most in the NFL ahead of Eli Manning with 14. Geno also has a 55 percent completion percentage on 1st down which is the worst in the NFL.

I thought Jerry Hughes played tremendous today, his best game as a Bill. Dareus was double teamed quite a bit, a testament to his level of play. I am amazed how much cushion Gilmour gives, practically gave away a few first down throws.

Dareus was absolutely dominant. Jerry Hughes was great as well.

2nd half performance was difference.

Never runs out of bounds, lowers shoulder and hammers defender

I sure hope the blocking schemes are looked into. Watching the all-22 clips, it amazed me how many times Eric Wood looked in the opposite direction to help Richardson against #96 while the best defensive player in the league JJ Watt was running by Pears into the backfield. If this was predetermined in the gameplan, no wonder we lost. Also, any play that depends on Chandler being the key blocker needs to be scrapped. He has proven he cannot hold a block yet we had him one on one with Watt a couple of times and ran that way.

The Marrone/Hackett offense at SU always pounded the middle with a big back whether it was there or not. Inevitabley, the holes were larger at the end of the game. Mot sure this theory works in the pro game. I agree CJ misses holes to the middle as he is always looking to bust it to the sidelines. if he ever cut left he could make some yards.

Let's get a game against the Jets and Pats under our belts. Those teams have bullied us before. Let's see how that goes first.

I think that interpretation of Ralph's intentions is fabulous.

Tremendous news!

Mike Williams made a great block on Fred's big run in OT.

I am more concerned about the lack of pressure generated on the play. And it was a nice throw by a big league QB. Gilmore will be fine.

I think the kid looks confused more than anything. He needs more time than we hoped for a second rounder. Looking at youtube clips, his feet were not that slow at Bama. Watching him run block, he is dominant. I doubt the Bills give up on him. This kid is not Ed Spriggs or Jerry Crafts, the upside is worth waiting out.

Chandler really does struggle to block. Richardson will eventually start but he does get beat pass blocking as evidenced last night. Might not be ready yet.

Brown also carries it in the wrong hand a lot. Explosive talent though.

Let's not forget Mr. Blindside Jerry Crafts.

The forgotten man in the Sammy hoopla is Robert Woods. EJ found him a lot hen both were on the field. He is going to step up in year 2. Lotta weapons for EJ.

Thurman is a great ambassador for the team.

I would be content with Stephon Tuitt, Cyrus Kouandijo, ASJ or Troy Niklas.. All good players.

Thurman is a true friend when #12 needs one. Good for him.

The attached article shows a breakdown of a few receivers. Watkins catches a lot of screens which is either good or bad depending on how you view that play. I don't think they work as well in pros as college or in the red zone. http://thejetpress.com/2014/01/30/new-york-jets-nfl-draft-sammy-watkins-marqise-lee-kelvin-benjamin-mike-evans-jordan-matthews/

You don't need five #1 picks. Look at the Pats. They are a group of non-elite talents that is the most talented line in football. Mankins, Vollmer and Solder were all top 40 picks. Marcus Cannon only dropped due to his cancer diagnosis. Pats also hold on most plays.

I think improved blocking would help CJ but I do wonder if he fits Marrone's thinking. He used a between the tackles run game at Syracuse. Mason from Auburn is the best back in the draft, should go in top 50 picks, doubt we would pick him that high.

He got almost the exact money that they signed Urbik. He must be expected to start.