finn

I gave up starting threads after being flamed for choosing subjects others deemed not worthy. The flamers could have been right, and maybe I just need to have a thicker skin, but I suspect the potential (or likelihood) of a harsh reception discourages others, too. That said, this board is far more civil, informed, and well-moderated than any other fan board I've seen.

Especially if teams continue to take away the deep ball. The Bills seem to realize that they're good deep, but the short game depends on Singletary, who's reliable but not explosive, McKenzie, who is adequate at best, and two rookies. That's ok but not great, and Allen would have needed to continue running more than the team wants. Picking up a reliable, explosive veteran to upgrade a key part of the short game for a sixth-round pick and a player on the inactive list sounds like a good plan.

What did he say about his practice habits?

Right. This allows Cook to watch and learn from a veteran playing the role he will play next year. A shame he isn't ready. But that's how it breaks sometimes.

I think he's going to put on a clinic today. Still think the Bills will win, though. They're just that much better than the team around him.

He also meandered about on the final play in Miami instead of sprinting to get out of bounds and stop the clock. The game ended right there. I'm not a fan.

How about a sick, weak left tackle?

His portrait is getting younger.

Agree. The muffed kickoff return against Indy last year, the ball taken away from him in the Rams game, the fumble and two critical drops in the KC game... Those aren't just random plays; they're key moments when the team needed him and he choked. Yes, he had a clutch game against NE last year, and he has been reliable in the slot, but he's small, light, and not much of a runner after the catch, despite his speed. He's just another guy. I suspect Shakir is better.

Buffalo Rumblings described him running around "like a squirrel." Made me laugh. Perfect description!

If anything, Allen's play is being under-rated. There is only one other blue-chip player on offense: Diggs. The rest of the team is good but not elite, and some players, including two-third of the offensive line, are below average. With a Tannehill or Goff at QB, this would be a mediocre offense, although the good coaching might kick it up to average. Allen makes everyone else look better than they would be.

Can anyone now say Mahomes is better than Allen with a straight face?

This is a good game, folks. Frustrating, but both QBs are playing well and both defenses, too. High quality football.

Some perspective: This is the first or second best offense in the league, and the Bills have held them to less than 20 points so far. That's pretty good shooting.

Play to your strengths, not your weaknesses.

Let's see if the Bills offense has adjusted, starting with benching the concussed McKittrick.

Bright side: They're holding the KC offense to 10 points so far. Impressive.

Looking for the million-dollar pass rush...

Keep your eyes closed, Frankie. It helps when you take positions like this.

Let's see if they've learned their lesson on McKittrick. Maybe he's still recovering from his concussion, but he's a liability out there.

Watch the game again, Frank. It was the turning point.

Yes, he fumbled the KR--and the game--against the Colts. And he let a Rams player take the ball away from this year, which fortunately did not matter in the end since his teammates played better. I'm not cherry picking. He's just another guy, not particularly talented beyond his speed, which is at least partly offset by his small frame. Not terrible, but the Bills could do a lot better.

Wow, I guess a year still wasn't enough for Frazier to get ready for this game.

I was afraid the refs would decide the game. Looks like they've chosen a favorite. Not claiming a conspiracy, just unconscious bias. They're on a roll now.

Because he wasn't doing his job. Again.