OldTimer1960 Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 The O-Line was very exposed, too. Cinci's defense is pretty good, but they certainly aren't the Steel Curtain. The offense only scored 13 points, couldn't run and couldn't provide pass protection to Fitzpatrick. The OL has been far better than many thought it would be, but they still aren't all that good. I think we saw a lot of drops by WRs, too - at least a number of big plays that were there to be had with top receivers and our group of over-achievers couldn't come through. Meanwhile, AJ Green made a PHENOMENAL catch on a long pass to set up a score. The Bills did get jobbed on the phantom drop by Stevie. Can anyone possibly tell me how that was an incomplete pass? Still, really weak effort by the offense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hsp08 Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 This game was painful, but watching the end of the Cowboys-Lions, I wouldn't want to be a Cowboys fan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Trooth Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 Well, the run was good while it lasted. I saw this one coming. Bils ranked 26th on D, Bengals 3rd. Offensively it was just the opposite. A good defense at home will win that matchup 80 percent of the time. You give up 70 plays and over 450 yards to the 26th ranked offense (plus they spot you 2 TDS off turnovers), you deserve to lose. With a Rookie QB putting it up your tail pipe, it makes it even worse. National sports media is gonna have a field day with this one. The Bills defense is the same ole, same ole. They can't put any pressure on the QB, and they're still mediocre against the run. The first thing the Bills need to do is decide if they're a 3-4 or 4-3. If they're a 3-4, they better get a real nose tackle... a big fat slob that weighs 350 lbs.... in the mold of Wilfork, Ted Washington, Kris Jenkins. Otherwise, they're never going to crack the top 15 defenses. The second thing they need to do is get a real defensive coordinator. George Edwards is in way over his head. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronin Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 And we'll be 3-3 going into the bye week. If we keep playing like this, correct, and we'll be 6-10 or 7-9 again at the end of the season too. We very easily could have been 1-3 right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astrojanitor Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 there were pressure and sack during the first half...D was useless in the second. That must go on Edward's shoulders. We've been winning in spite of the defense. I honestly can not imagine how the Bills will stay competitive when half the team consistently gives away the game. Edwards has got to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geno Smith's Arm Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 I didn't think they were going to go 16-0. If we keep playing like this, correct, and we'll be 6-10 or 7-9 again at the end of the season too. We very easily could have been 1-3 right now. But "we" aren't. Next week we play a home game against a team that just lost to the 49ers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saundena Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 I think this sounds good. Dear Buffalo Bills, Fire Edwards, Promote Wanny! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
respk Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 It looks like the Bills will be just bad enough to not make the playoffs and just good enough to not get the first pick in the draft. Another waste of a season. If we keep playing like this, correct, and we'll be 6-10 or 7-9 again at the end of the season too. We very easily could have been 1-3 right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkington Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 The Bills should be 1-3, they are even worse than the 2008 Bills. Same ****, different year. Oh well, hopefully we can get another decent draft, and re-sign a couple guys who are ok with taking less money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saundena Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 The Bills should be 1-3, they are even worse than the 2008 Bills. Same ****, different year. Oh well, hopefully we can get another decent draft, and re-sign a couple guys who are ok with taking less money. I don't agree. We are better than last year, but not there yet. This game proved that we need to beef up our D and get better on the O line. 1 more off season.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EldaBillsFan Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 And we didn't play confident we played arrogant.....im disapointed in the effort..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
It's in My Blood Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 It looks like the Bills will be just bad enough to not make the playoffs and just good enough to not get the first pick in the draft. Another waste of a season. Its ONE friggin' game. We came into today as the highest scoring team. We had a bad game. Look around the league. Every team has let down games. We crapped the bed today, but to say that its another wasted season is just absurd. We play 2 very winnable games before the bye week. We can be 5-1 at the bye. Not too bad. I knew I was going to read posts like these after the game but did you really expect the Bills to go 16-0? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkington Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 Better than last year equals 7-9... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xsoldier54 Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 The O-Line was very exposed, too. Cinci's defense is pretty good, but they certainly aren't the Steel Curtain. The offense only scored 13 points, couldn't run and couldn't provide pass protection to Fitzpatrick. The OL has been far better than many thought it would be, but they still aren't all that good. I think we saw a lot of drops by WRs, too - at least a number of big plays that were there to be had with top receivers and our group of over-achievers couldn't come through. Meanwhile, AJ Green made a PHENOMENAL catch on a long pass to set up a score. The Bills did get jobbed on the phantom drop by Stevie. Can anyone possibly tell me how that was an incomplete pass? Still, really weak effort by the offense. The entire team stunk up the joint. The officiating was crap, the offense did not execute and the defense was horrible. Terrible game to watch because it was obvious Buffalo could have and should have won. This one will come back to haunt us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pilsner Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 Defense exposed. Other teams will try to expose our D like the bungles did. Down to earth? I think more like we just had a down game. I expect the team to be back up to earth this season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phypon Posted October 2, 2011 Author Share Posted October 2, 2011 Its ONE friggin' game. We came into today as the highest scoring team. We had a bad game. Look around the league. Every team has let down games. We crapped the bed today, but to say that its another wasted season is just absurd. We play 2 very winnable games before the bye week. We can be 5-1 at the bye. Not too bad. I knew I was going to read posts like these after the game but did you really expect the Bills to go 16-0? I don't think anyone realistically expected 16 - 0 but after the hot start we did expect them to win the games they SHOULD win (i.e. today's game). It shows how far away this team is with the performance displayed today. I can understand what others are saying about the offense, but I'm more worried about the defense. I have to say, I really think it (lack of defensive performance) falls on Edwards' shoulders. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Senator Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 Clearly, being ahead by 14 at the half causes problems for this team. Chanstache & Co. need to work on that this week... GO BILLSSS!!!! 18 and 1 baby!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hamtenp Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 LOL The defense was exposed when Jason Campbell, Denarius Moore, and Derek Hagan ripped them apart as if they were Montana, Rice, and Taylor. If Brady hadn't had an uncharacteristic 4 INTs then they'd have put up 50 again. The defense has sucked all season except v. KC, who seems to be this year's S&M recipient team. The Defense at least scored 7 pts and got another interception to help the offense score. The offense really sucked this game. Except for Mckelvin, our defense was really not that bad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saundena Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 The Defense at least scored 7 pts and got another interception to help the offense score. The offense really sucked this game. Except for Mckelvin, our defense was really not that bad. Are you kidding, we couldn't stop the run as the game wore on! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDH Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 there were pressure and sack during the first half...D was useless in the second. That must go on Edward's shoulders. We've been winning in spite of the defense. I honestly can not imagine how the Bills will stay competitive when half the team consistently gives away the game. Edwards has got to go. I don't see how you play a rookie QB in his 4th game and never rush more than 4 men. The key to beating rookies is usually by pressuring them into making mistakes. If the QB beats you by quickly dissecting the blitz and coverage and throwing accurate passes, so be it but to let him just sit back there play after play is horrible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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