Mister Defense Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 Just now watching last Sunday's Football Night in America... Speaking to Chris Collinsworth, Bob Costas said that the Bengals at 5-0 could be 6-0 heading into the bye after playing Buffalo next Sunday. I am pretty sure Collinsworth responded by saying, "No question. A lock." Did anyone catch this? Correct in the quote? You would never catch Steve Tasker saying something so biased in his position at CBS, and the same could be said for almost all other national broadcasters. If he did say this, and I think he did, I hope this coaching staff is using it as motivation for Sunday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H2o Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 Collinsworth is a homer, of course he would say that. Thankfully he's not doing the broadcast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoSaint Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 If you search CCs name I think there was a thread on the topic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeGOATski Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 That is correct. There was already a thread on this. Hopefully, the Bills prove him wrong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John from Riverside Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 A undefeated team just fell on Thursday night football Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeGOATski Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 A undefeated team just fell on Thursday night football That's why they say "any given Thursday." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hondo in seattle Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 (edited) No NFL game is ever a "lock" and Chris knows that. The media uses these terms because it's more interesting/fun to talk in absolutes and superlatives. "Elo" - Nate Silver's model - says we have something like a 47% chance of winning. We might not be the probable winners, but there's a significant possibility we'll win. I'll be rooting for that. Chris will laugh and admit he was wrong if the Bills prevail and the media machine will go on. Edited October 17, 2015 by hondo in seattle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r00tabaga Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 Go EJ Go! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prickly Pete Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 (edited) Who cares? If this team needs Collinsworth quotes to motivate them, they are already toast. Steve Tasker is a weenie. I cringe whenever he is in the booth. Edited October 17, 2015 by HoF Watkins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3rdand12 Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 No NFL game is ever a "lock" and Chris knows that. The media uses these terms because it's more interesting/fun to talk in absolutes and superlatives. "Elo" - Nate Silver's model - says we have something like a 47% chance of winning. We might not be the probable winners, but there's a significant possibility we'll win. I'll be rooting for that. Chris will laugh and admit he was wrong if the Bills prevail and the media machine will go on. why would we do anything else? But i think you have laid the operation of the media machine out well enough. Its no big deal. Go Bills! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PromoTheRobot Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 I guarantee the Falcons will be 6-0 after they dust the Saints. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beef Jerky Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 You do know he played for the Bengals... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister Defense Posted October 17, 2015 Author Share Posted October 17, 2015 You do know he played for the Bengals... uh, yes, as that is why I mention Tasker... Broadcasters should be objective, especially when on the clock for their main gig. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beef Jerky Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 uh, yes, as that is why I mention Tasker... Broadcasters should be objective, especially when on the clock for their main gig. No... They should be themselves. Do not do that to people that love the game and have played it. Honestly you want Chris Berman to hide the fact that he is a Bills fan? Think about what your say, everyone has a little Homer in them and it is fun when they show it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WotAGuy Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 No... They should be themselves. Do not do that to people that love the game and have played it. Honestly you want Chris Berman to hide the fact that he is a Bills fan? Think about what your say, everyone has a little Homer in them and it is fun when they show it. DOH! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Formerly Allan in MD Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Shh! Have a good feeling about this game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bisonbrigade Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 It's a lock, Andy Dalton fades like a playoff game this Sunday. Buffalo 24-16. Chis Collinsworth eats his words. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zonabb Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 I want them to win the game as much as any, it's a huge chance at another "prove it" and get over the hump game a la the Giants. But a 5-0 team with a much better QB against a 3-2 team with two mediocre at best QBs, a suspect OL and naggg injuries to skilled position players doesn't bode well. Betting my last points in my suicide pool on the Bengals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister Defense Posted October 18, 2015 Author Share Posted October 18, 2015 I want them to win the game as much as any, it's a huge chance at another "prove it" and get over the hump game a la the Giants. But a 5-0 team with a much better QB against a 3-2 team with two mediocre at best QBs, a suspect OL and naggg injuries to skilled position players doesn't bode well. Betting my last points in my suicide pool on the Bengals. Probably objective analysis there, but I am going the homer route myself after reading this, thinking that, after a superb defensive performance on the road last week this defense is highly motivated to prove that they are the best in the league. And this time at home. And for the entire game against a high quality opponent. The defense will take the game over, dominate, Manuel will shine, doing more of what he did in the preseason, and this will be a turning point in the Bills season and future...30-10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TC in St. Louis Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Since virtually every expert has chosen the Bengals to win this game, I'm gonna predict we win. There are many reasons. By the way, the home underdog is always a solid pick. But we're finally playing a good team with an even playing field....no extra time granted for them to prepare. I think our DB's are going to do a solid job covering their wideouts. The tight end Eiffert concerns me, but I'm sure Rex has a plan involving hard hits and good coverage. I actually believe EJ is a pretty good quarterback. Can't wait. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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