Mike in Syracuse Posted August 10, 2012 Share Posted August 10, 2012 (edited) And yes, it was nothing more than a glorified scrimmage! - We have defenders that can get into the backfield FAST. On the first 3 series there were defenders in the backfield almost instantaneously. This is a HUGE risk/reward scenario. When we play teams with a non-mobile QB they're going to be terrifying. One thing is for certain, Bills defenders are going to blow up some plays this year. - Brooks can play. I wouldn't be shocked if he's a starting DB before mid season. - TJ Graham is fast, really freaking fast. - The Bills offense may have looked crappy last night but lets not forget they lined up on multiple plays with an empty backfield. That pretty much tells the defense what's coming. - Stupid penalties and atrocious calls negated one, perhaps two scores. - Jasper was MAULING people. - Merriman looked pretty damn good - Anderson was having a blast out there and it going to be a great upgrade. Edited August 10, 2012 by Mike in Syracuse Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajzepp Posted August 10, 2012 Share Posted August 10, 2012 Watching the replay as we speak...VY looks awful. He can't hit the broad side of a barn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chef Jim Posted August 10, 2012 Share Posted August 10, 2012 And yes, it was nothing more than a glorified scrimmage! - We have defenders that can get into the backfield FAST. On the first 3 series there were defenders in the backfield almost instantaneously. This is a HUGE risk/reward scenario. When we play teams with a non-mobile QB they're going to be terrifying. One thing is for certain, Bills defenders are going to blow up some plays this year. - Brooks can play. I wouldn't be shocked if he's a starting DB before mid season. - TJ Graham is fast, really freaking fast. - The Bills offense may have looked crappy last night but lets not forget they lined up on multiple plays with an empty backfield. That pretty much tells the defense what's coming. - Stupid penalties and atrocious calls negated one, perhaps two scores. - Jasper was MAULING people. - Merriman looked pretty damn good - Anderson was having a blast out there and it going to be a great upgrade. Have to be careful with blowing up the backfield. Teams will be running draws and screens on them all day. I understand that was what your HUGE risk was referring to but they have to be disciplined. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Hammersticks Posted August 11, 2012 Share Posted August 11, 2012 Have to be careful with blowing up the backfield. Teams will be running draws and screens on them all day. I understand that was what your HUGE risk was referring to but they have to be disciplined. This risk is reduced when you can consistently get pressure with your front four....which I think the Bills can do. The linebackers/safeties can then sniff-out draws and screens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nucci Posted August 11, 2012 Share Posted August 11, 2012 Watching the replay as we speak...VY looks awful. He can't hit the broad side of a barn. Why would someone want to hit the broad side of barn? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajzepp Posted August 11, 2012 Share Posted August 11, 2012 Why would someone want to hit the broad side of barn? Good point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanker Posted August 11, 2012 Share Posted August 11, 2012 Why would someone want to hit the broad side of barn? Well, silly... that's where all the broads are! I'd hit it if I could. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBillsMagic1 Posted August 11, 2012 Share Posted August 11, 2012 Why did Kelsay start instead of anderson? To me, I just don't get it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Logical Reasoning Posted August 11, 2012 Share Posted August 11, 2012 There were some bad penalties but the refs were a bit 'over officious'. We had a fourth and one and Young got called with a false start and I think the guy just took a deep breath. The d-line looks solid and quick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punch Posted August 11, 2012 Share Posted August 11, 2012 Why did Kelsay start instead of anderson? To me, I just don't get it? Mario said they were running their base run defense which is where Kelsay excels--- I'd imagine Anderson will be rotated in on mostly but not exclusively passing downs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaattMaann Posted August 11, 2012 Share Posted August 11, 2012 the d-line (particularly DT's) were blowing up the backfield because this was the first live action and they just wanted to "get after it"...there will be more discipline, especially in the lanes, when we start installing game plans and such...all I took this as is a good sign that when we want/need to penetrate, these guys shows (early on) that they can indeed get after it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FreakPop Posted August 11, 2012 Share Posted August 11, 2012 Have to be careful with blowing up the backfield. Teams will be running draws and screens on them all day. I understand that was what your HUGE risk was referring to but they have to be disciplined. They are going to do that with just their front 4. Pin the ears back and kill the QB is their MO. Let the backers and DBs take care of the rest. The Dline will cause a lot of problems this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silvermike Posted August 11, 2012 Share Posted August 11, 2012 They are going to do that with just their front 4. Pin the ears back and kill the QB is their MO. Let the backers and DBs take care of the rest. The Dline will cause a lot of problems this year. That's what's going to make this defense golden. Getting pressure/penetration with four rushers is how a defense becomes great. If the offense keeps someone in to protect, you've got almost everyone double covered, and if they try to use your speed, with draws and screens, you have seven men back to protect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
San Jose Bills Fan Posted August 11, 2012 Share Posted August 11, 2012 Why would someone want to hit the broad side of barn? I give up. Why? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
You herd it hear last Posted August 11, 2012 Share Posted August 11, 2012 I give up. Why? 'cause hittin' the side with the dudes would make them angry?... it also maybe misconstrued as "gay"... what?...oh, it's just an expression... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Days Lois & Clark Posted August 11, 2012 Share Posted August 11, 2012 I liked the play of Byrd. I hope the Bills give him an extension soon. I though Cordy Glenn did fine and held his ground better than Chris Hairston VY looked better than Tyler Thigpen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donald Duck Posted August 11, 2012 Share Posted August 11, 2012 (edited) Thanks OP, One thing that really stood out for me TE Scott Chandler is a Beast!!! Edited August 11, 2012 by Fig Newton Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FreakPop Posted August 12, 2012 Share Posted August 12, 2012 Thanks OP, One thing that really stood out for me TE Scott Chandler is a Beast!!! I really like what I see from that kid. I think he's gonna be ok. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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