The Voice of Truth Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 (edited) Who would have thought after the Bills week 1 performance the national news would be talking about a trap game for the Bills. http://espn.go.com/b...-game-for-bills Edited September 19, 2012 by The Voice of Truth Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkington Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 Anything to get clicks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Voice of Truth Posted September 19, 2012 Author Share Posted September 19, 2012 Anything to get clicks. Haha. Yeah I was a bit shocked to see the title. There are some Browns fans commenting on the article pissed about the trap game title hahaha. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkington Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 As they should be. It's only two games into the season, and they've played every bit as well as we have, imo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJasper Probincrux III Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 Well, we know this much about Dickie J's defense. We can run at them, around them and over them and the more we run the better off we'll be. We'll be able to at least kick field goals all day long so it will come down to mistakes and our defense. If I'm setting the line it's Bills -2.5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweatpantsjoe Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 I took Cleveland in my pick em this week. I'll continue to pick against the Bills on the road until they prove me otherwise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drinkTHEkoolaid Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 I took Cleveland in my pick em this week. I'll continue to pick against the Bills on the road until they prove me otherwise. As much as I want to argue your point with emotion....logic says your right. We NEED to show it on the road Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Vader Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 Anyone who still thinks this game is an automatic "W" for the Bills, think again. The Browns should have beaten the Eagles. They are 0-2, but they do not look weak, and they do not want to go 0-3. I am confident that the Bills will be focused and know that they have to show that they can win on the road. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eball Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 From Pro Football Prospectus 2007: "The theory behind the trap game is that it's hard to stay on an emotional high game after game, so teams are prone to let up against lesser opponents when they're facing them between games against higher quality opponents." By that definition, this is not a trap game. Regardless, history suggests good teams win "trap games" just as often as they win other games. The last thing any of us need to worry about is whether the Bills believe they can take any opponent lightly. Please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BiggieScooby Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 The fact that we are 0-8 in our last 8 road games should mean the boys will be amped to end this damn awful streak. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boyst Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 Still, James Walker is hardly a quality reporter. His writing is weak, without passion, and often time suspect on information. He will give a reason for his thesis and often times include little to no support, specifically when dealing with players. He seldom uses relevant quotes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dude Man Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 Anyone who still thinks this game is an automatic "W" for the Bills, think again. The Browns should have beaten the Eagles. They are 0-2, but they do not look weak, and they do not want to go 0-3. I am confident that the Bills will be focused and know that they have to show that they can win on the road. I watched the Browns/Eagles game and the Browns had them with the exception of the last few minutes. They have some pieces in place and the Bills must be wary of Trent Richardson. He is a big back. You can count me in the group that until the Bills can bring it on the road, against anybody, they can't take anyone lightly. This is not a trap game, it is the next game on the schedule for both teams. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#34fan Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 We've gotta get after that Weeden kid and knock him on his ass. Plain and simple. If we start doing it early, and keep repeating it often enough, we might have a chance. I don't know if Spill has the same kind of day at CLE as he had at home vs. KC. I'd start out by softening-up their D line with Tarshard, then implement CJ based on what they give. I agree with everyone who thinks that this WON'T be a cake-walk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Voice of Truth Posted September 19, 2012 Author Share Posted September 19, 2012 Yeah, I agree with the general consensus. This by no means whatsoever should be a trap game. If even a couple of Bills think this one is in the bag, we've got a real problem. While the Browns are by no means a powerhouse, it sounds like they are a feisty team that plays for a full 60. The Bills were 4-12 two years ago and 6-10 1 year ago. They are one game removed from a beatdown by the Jets. If they are taking anything for granted, they are a bunch of idiots. That being said, i really don't think they are. This is an important game. It gives them a chance to establish a road win early in the season and get that off of their backs. Hopefully, one road win early can translate to better play for the rest of the season. Go get 'em Bills! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. WEO Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 From Pro Football Prospectus 2007: "The theory behind the trap game is that it's hard to stay on an emotional high game after game, so teams are prone to let up against lesser opponents when they're facing them between games against higher quality opponents." By that definition, this is not a trap game. Regardless, history suggests good teams win "trap games" just as often as they win other games. The last thing any of us need to worry about is whether the Bills believe they can take any opponent lightly. Please. You are correct. "Trap game" is an imaginary concept to explain a loss of a superior team against a bad team. It's in the same category as "looking past" an inferior team to a tougher game beyond. It's silly. And it may not be true that the Bills are that much better than the Browns anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plenzmd1 Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 This game to me is like Saturday at a Major Golf Tourney. You know..the ole you cant win the tourney on Saturday, but you can sure as chit lose it. I think that is this game. I think a win and the boys are a confident bunch and will be playing in front of a frenzied crowd the next week. Not saying it propels them anywhere, just that it keeps some momentum going. Loss and the confidense takes a hit i think and I believe they will have a tough time bouncing back. Not saying it cant be done, just will stick them in a hole they will fight for a long time to get off. BTW, Richradson looked like a beast on some of the highlights I watched. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhitewalkerInPhilly Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 HA! Not to the idea of Bills winning, but after the thrashing just two weeks ago, I would be shocked if they weren't out for blood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stony Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 It is a foolish, foolish, man who underestimates the Browns. Those that do with be taken to the house by means of a 6-3 whipping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John from Riverside Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 This team is going NOWHERE unless it learns to win on the road Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PS 56 Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 The Browns have had the Bill's number for several years now. This will be a tough age, make no mistake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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