The Real Buffalo Joe Posted September 6, 2017 Share Posted September 6, 2017 This isn't a sarcastic, pessimistic question. Unless they pull a miracle this year, this team isn't gonna be good. Don't get me wrong, I would be happiest person on this board if I'm wrong, and I hope I am. But logically speaking, this isn't projected to be "Our year." That being said, why are you still watching the games? For me, it's a few things. First, when we finally turn that corner, be it this year, next year, or 17 more years, I don't want to be called a bandwagon, fair weather fan. I want to say that I saw the transition, and watched them crawl up the ladder to finally hoist that Lombardi Trophy. This, along with it being more than just tradition. I know this is cliche here, but The Buffalo Bills are more than just 53 guys on a field. It's the experience I have with my dad. Had with my grandpa, and uncles, who passed on. My great grandfather was a season ticket holder from day one, until the day he died. Not to mention newer friends I've made, both in real life, and on this board. Other than the 2nd half of last season where my work schedule conflicted with The Bills, I've watched games at the same bar, with the same group of Bills fans, every week. Made some awesome friends there, that I'd never know if not for the Bills. I look forward to having beers with them, and celebrating garbage time touchdowns like we just won the super bowl just because it irks the Texans and Cowboys fans on the other side of the bar. I'm excited for this season, and every season, no matter what. Just interested in hearing your reasons for sticking with this team are. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WMDman Posted September 6, 2017 Share Posted September 6, 2017 because ill support this team no matter what Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mat68 Posted September 6, 2017 Share Posted September 6, 2017 For me the teams i routed for as a kid i get the most gratification out of watching them win. So The Bills and penn st are those teams for me. They lose oh well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Frankish Reich Posted September 6, 2017 Share Posted September 6, 2017 Because all happy families are alike; each unhappy family is unhappy in its own way. And they're much more interesting to watch too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BILLiever55 Posted September 6, 2017 Share Posted September 6, 2017 Well, the last few years of "high" expectations haven't worked out. Let's see what low expectations get us. Really though, stick with em even through the bad years, it makes the good years more fun. Ever see a pats fan that seemingly doesn't really care that they're in the super bowl? Cause they're accustomed to it. Not so much fun. When the Bills finally get there again it'll feel like the cubs last season Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiltonWaddams Posted September 6, 2017 Share Posted September 6, 2017 Because I love football and the Bills are the reason I do. Because of tradition. Because of masochism. Because I spend 7 months of the year without Bills football discussing Bills football. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QB Bills Posted September 6, 2017 Share Posted September 6, 2017 Because the Bills are a disease that you can't get rid of. Eff this team, eff their management and all the stupid decisions they have made recently and will continue to make. But I'll watch every snap again this season wishing they somehow catch lightning in a bottle. Spoiler alert: they won't Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jr1 Posted September 6, 2017 Share Posted September 6, 2017 I'll watch until I'm dead or they move Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samwell Tarly Posted September 6, 2017 Share Posted September 6, 2017 Because at the end of the day it's entertainment. It's an escape from the ordinary stresses of our daily lives. I remember how fun the games were when the Bills were in those Super Bowl runs, and would love to experience that again. In reality, no matter what happens to the Bills, I have to get up in the morning, go to work, and live my life. But even after 17 years of this, I still enjoy watching football. I just don't have the same connection with any of the other teams as I do with the one in my area. And I know they will be successful again, Nothing lasts forever, even the Bills will get their chance again. Sooner would be better than later, but since i have no control of that, all I have is hope, which as it turns out, is not easily extinguished. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CSBill Posted September 6, 2017 Share Posted September 6, 2017 Because once a Bills fan, always a Bills fan = 56 years and still going. And, as a fan, no matter how absurd it seems, there is always the optimism of a new season. The hope that this will be the year, that someday, somehow, this might be the year the football God's shine down on this team and they make a miraculous run to the playoff despite all olds. Its week one, and we're still in first place, there is hope (which of course, as Harlen Coben writes, "it is the cruelest of virtues"). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watkins101 Posted September 6, 2017 Share Posted September 6, 2017 because ill support this team no matter what+1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JM57 Posted September 6, 2017 Share Posted September 6, 2017 Because my tickets were paid for before they went all in on blowing up the roster, so I don't have a choice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cripple Creek Posted September 6, 2017 Share Posted September 6, 2017 Sunday or Monday or Thursday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mead107 Posted September 6, 2017 Share Posted September 6, 2017 Think this has been talked about most of the offseason. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richardb1952 Posted September 6, 2017 Share Posted September 6, 2017 (edited) I am interested in the whole process of building a winning team. Have been a Bills fan since 1970. I am intrigued with the off season and how the moves made will impact the future of the franchise. Some decisions I agree with, some I don't, many I don't completely understand. Then the games start and we all get to see if the team is moving in the right direction. I believe we will see some real progress this year, but that might just be because I was so disgusted with the product turned out last year. New year, new staff, a lot of new players. Tough schedule. How will it all go down? Exciting. Go Bills. Edited September 6, 2017 by richardb1952 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philholbroo Posted September 6, 2017 Share Posted September 6, 2017 As a long time KC Royals fan, I will tell you that it is worth it to watch the process unfold. It was painful to watch for many years but we could see the turnaround in about 2012 and then the 2014 and 2015 World Series years were a marvelous ride for us. It has been 17 going on probably 19 years for us Bills fans, but it makes it that much more special when we reach the top. I am discouraged going into this year like many, but will still watch due to loyalty and the interest in the process. Lets hope it works within 4-5 years or we may face another rebuild. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles Romes Posted September 6, 2017 Share Posted September 6, 2017 Hoping for the miracle that all the street free agents suddenly "find it" simultaneously and the team is good by complete accident. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xsoldier54 Posted September 6, 2017 Share Posted September 6, 2017 This isn't a sarcastic, pessimistic question. Unless they pull a miracle this year, this team isn't gonna be good. Don't get me wrong, I would be happiest person on this board if I'm wrong, and I hope I am. But logically speaking, this isn't projected to be "Our year." That being said, why are you still watching the games? For me, it's a few things. First, when we finally turn that corner, be it this year, next year, or 17 more years, I don't want to be called a bandwagon, fair weather fan. I want to say that I saw the transition, and watched them crawl up the ladder to finally hoist that Lombardi Trophy. This, along with it being more than just tradition. I know this is cliche here, but The Buffalo Bills are more than just 53 guys on a field. It's the experience I have with my dad. Had with my grandpa, and uncles, who passed on. My great grandfather was a season ticket holder from day one, until the day he died. Not to mention newer friends I've made, both in real life, and on this board. Other than the 2nd half of last season where my work schedule conflicted with The Bills, I've watched games at the same bar, with the same group of Bills fans, every week. Made some awesome friends there, that I'd never know if not for the Bills. I look forward to having beers with them, and celebrating garbage time touchdowns like we just won the super bowl just because it irks the Texans and Cowboys fans on the other side of the bar. I'm excited for this season, and every season, no matter what. Just interested in hearing your reasons for sticking with this team are. Because I've been watching them every year since the team's inception. Why would I stop now? They're my team, always will be. Good or bad, win or lose, I'm a Bills fan. It's part of who I am. Go Bills. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PABillsfan23 Posted September 6, 2017 Share Posted September 6, 2017 Anymore it's like that car wreck you pass by.. just can't help but look at it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted September 6, 2017 Share Posted September 6, 2017 because we are all damaged? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts