Badasss Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 2011 is all I can think about. But 2004 was the exact opposite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CardinalScotts Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 I think it has to be in the back of your mind, back then we could really score but our defense was pathetic. Reason for good thoughts is the d Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kurt Warner Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 I heard on the radio this morning that we have started 2-0 a total of 6 times since 2000 and have not once made the playoffs. So, I am not getting overly excited by this quality start to the season. Lots of football left. That sad, more than 2/3 of the teams that start 2-0 do make the playoffs, so we are heading in the right direction. Yes, unfortunately it is not just one year of history. It's pretty amazing a 2-0 starts means something to many teams but has not worked out for the Bills. I'll be nervous until we are definitely in! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick the Greek Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 (edited) Speaking of 2011 Who just happens to be the 2nd highest rated QB 2 weeks into the 2014 season with a astounding 118.4 rating? Yep.. that guy. We better crush Fitz-pick-six.. I liked the guy, but have so many awful memories. Lets put those to bed. The main difference between 2011 and now is the way the team is winning. I recall reading a stat that during the first 2 games in 2011 the Bills came back and won. They were down by 18 points in each game (Raiders and Pats). You can expect to come back by 18 week in and week out. These last 2 wins feel different. A tough overtime win in Chicago, and then squish the fish at home in a dominating performance. I hope we keep it up. GO BILLS! Edited September 16, 2014 by ldandria Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hondo in seattle Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 2011 absolutely weighs on me. I'll enjoy each win. But I won't allow myself to think about the playoff race until the season is at least half over and we're still in contention. I remember when we were 5-2 thinking we weren't as good as our record. But, on the other hand, if we could manage to finish last 9 games with a 5-4 record, we'd still probably be in the playoffs. 5-4 seemed doable. No math for me this year. I'm taking it one week at a time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skibum Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 No, it's really the 15 years of mediocrity and failure that temper my enthusiasm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfan1959 Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Nope. The past is the past and has no relevance to this team. I believe they have playoff caliber talent on this team and my expectations are that they will win more than they lose and could very well be fighting for the division title or a wild card. I set my expectations according to what I see with the current team - not according to what has happened in the past. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IDBillzFan Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 I'm enjoying the wins, but I've got a fat-bottomed girl sitting on my enthusiasm. It's something I've learned to do ever since I read about Ryan Fitzpatrick holding BBQs in his neighborhood after every home game. They were the best of times, they were the worst of times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRQ_BillsFan Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 (edited) Scares me. Bears game could have gone either way after we had a nice lead. Miami game could have been the crowd and atmosphere. I think I will hold out for a few more weeks and quietly enjoy the wins as long as they keep coming. I won't lose hope until they are out in any case as I do every year. Edited September 17, 2014 by SRQ_BillsFan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybrew1 Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 We have to improve at guard and QB and our defense has to gel, especially the back seven. Those three things and injuries are the only things I can think of holding us back. The top three are very doable. The line hardly know eachother yet, and there is Richardson who will improve and if Pears doesn't improve there is always Urbik. EJ had a few questionable passes plus a horrid series, the one where woods had to make an exceptional play to prevent an inteception... That series coulda cost us, but EJ is learning and gaining confidence all the time... I think he could easily get good enough to be the guy.... He is so much better than last year which shows he can improve; he has all the tools, why can't he keep getting better and better? The back seven improvements are kinda obvious, they are very young and largely new or newer, with a new coordinator. Gilmore is coming off three injuries and is going to need time to gain confidence in his body. If they get a chance to get and stay healthy and truly gel, we should have a much better D than last year and that is saying a lot. I think they'll keep big plays down and really increase turnovers by hard hitting (toughness) and route jumping (know-how) etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LB3 Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 Nope. We're so much better and deeper now. This year feels different. I don't see any pushovers on this team. They're so physical out there, much more so than in years past it seems. They are playing confident football. Could it all come crashing down? Sure, but if it does, I'm going down with the ship because the party on deck right now makes it worth it for me at least. Go Bills!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloFan68 Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 Our history definitely dampens my excitement and expectations. 3-0 would/will go a long way & brighten up our expectations & horizon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfan89 Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 2008 and 2011 have to damper your spirits somewhat. But those teams had a smoke and mirrors feel to them. This team feels a little different from those two teams. Seems like this team is deeper and more solid. But overall the past two failures after fast starts make you concerned. I basically won't be a believer until I see the little x next to their name in the standings that indicates they will be in the playoffs. One week at a time so to speak. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Awwufelloff Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 Since 2003, we’ve seen the Bills start off hot, then fizzle out at least three times: 2003 – Beat the Pats 31-0 and started off 2-0, only to finish 6-10 2008 – Started off the season 4-0, finished 7-9 2011 – Started off the season 3-0 including a week 3 defeat of the Pats, and finished 6-10 I’m enjoying the ride so far, but I’m not getting drunk off the kool-aid just yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reddogblitz Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 2008 is in the back of my mind as well as 2011, but not too far back. (After the game Sunday, I knew this thread was inevitable.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Overseas Bills Fan Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 Not at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CowgirlsFan Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 NOPE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bowery4 Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 This roster has more talent, but more importantly more depth. Not sure we make the playoffs this year but I'm more encouraged than before. Give me 3 and 0 in the division, at mid season and I think we're on the way. I agree about depth and talent and great name/player No. One season of raised expectations and dashed hopes by itself doesn't alter my views on this season. I've got a whole lifetime of accumulated disappointment that does the trick. kj This pretty much I heard on the radio this morning that we have started 2-0 a total of 6 times since 2000 and have not once made the playoffs. So, I am not getting overly excited by this quality start to the season. Lots of football left. That sad, more than 2/3 of the teams that start 2-0 do make the playoffs, so we are heading in the right direction. I wonder about how to do the math on that because I can't but I do like the chances. I still have questions about the coaching and some players but people seem to be developing on this team and the FO at least seems to be able to identify talent for a change. I couldn't say the same in 08 or 11. Chan was covering Fitz's limitations and knew he wouldn't get better and Jarhead just was able to get players to play at a level better than their talent, for a while. So far I don't see either of those issues with these coaches but we shall see how it goes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reddogblitz Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ 20111 our QB was not that good, but our WRs and D were waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay worse. I think so far we can see what good to great WRs and a stout D can do for an average QB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garion Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 Yes/No My expectations are certainly kept in check. 2-0 doesn't have me expecting playoffs. BUT 2-0 certainly makes me more excited to watch our team than 0-2 would. This states it perfectly for me. 2-0 means nothing really for playoffs but it is more exciting than the reverse. We have seen plenty of Bills and for that matter other teams collapses over the years. Two games doesn't mean much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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