I'm not sure why, but next week's game has the feel of...

[Fadingpain]

This game is going to be very interesting to watch.

 

Can Tyrod string together 2 good games in a row? Can the D continue outstanding play and limit one of the most potent offenses in the league on their field?

 

If we lose a close one with relatively few points given up and give Atlanta a good fight, the remaining schedule is going to look much easier than first anticipated.

[KollegeStudnet]

...this one from 4 years ago:

 

Bills vs. Saints 2013

 

Obviously we're a different team now, but I think even though we were 3-4 entering that game on the road against a 5-1 opponent, there was still some sense that maybe we could hang with them and somehow pull it out. We did hang with them in the first half, but got spanked in the second half.

 

Still suffering from BBFS. I hate getting my hopes up for games like this.

 

I have a similar feeling. I'm expecting it to be a close game, but could get out of hand if they let it slip with penalties. I'll be back in Utah this week. One day we should grab a beer and watch the game. 👍🏿

[Royale with Cheese]

so .... is it currently open or closed

 

Closed but it actually might be ready by the Bills game. The construction was delayed.

[nedboy7]

Dont worry guys. If we lose we will go from this is a different team to this team is the same old team. Lets be honest for the most part this board in mentally ill.

[Billsmovinup]

I never thought that the Bills would win that game. Thad Lewis at QB? Then didn't he end up playing out the game with cracked ribs?

 

That said I don't have hope they will beat Atlanta this week either even with their starting QB. So I guess it does have the same feeling for me as that one!

I dont even remember Thad Lewis. Last 17 years have become a blur.

[YoloinOhio]

I dont even remember Thad Lewis. Last 17 years have become a blur.

be thankful you don't remember that sequence. EJ got hurt on TNF and Jeff Tuel was the only other active QB for that game in Cleveland so he finished it (poorly). Then the next game was home vs Cincy and they brought up Thad from the PS to start the game. He did ok but they lost. Then he started in NO and same thing. Defense also wasn't great in either game. But Thad broke his ribs and so Tuel had to start vs KC and that was the 100 yard pick 6. Good lord, 2013 was gross. Edited September 26, 2017 by YoloinOhio

[plenzmd1]

I have a similar feeling. I'm expecting it to be a close game, but could get out of hand if they let it slip with penalties. I'll be back in Utah this week. One day we should grab a beer and watch the game.

Bad idea, I watched a game with Rubes once in Salt Lake, barely escaped with my life!

 

Damn, we getting old Rubes, I think that was in 2004! When I had just turned 21!

Thad from the PS to start the game. He did ok but they lost.

He put up 14 in the last 5 minutes, then we lost it on, wait for it, a special team play and a big punt return for Cinci in OT

[Boatdrinks]

Dont worry guys. If we lose we will go from this is a different team to this team is the same old team. Lets be honest for the most part this board in mentally ill.

Nah, just the Bills have been the model of inconsistency. That makes fans mercurial as to their thoughts on the team's prospects. It's the team, not the fans. If the Bills lose a close game, yet play well in most phases it will leave a good impression on most. Not a moral victory, but just a sign that the team has turned a corner with their road performance. If you can't play around .500 ball on the road , you aren't going to make the playoffs. ATL and the Pats are the toughest outs on the schedule.

[YoloinOhio]

Bad idea, I watched a game with Rubes once in Salt Lake, barely escaped with my life!

 

Damn, we getting old Rubes, I think that was in 2004! When I had just turned 21!

 

He put up 14 in the last 5 minutes, then we lost it on, wait for it, a special team play and a big punt return for Cinci in OT

yep and that was the game Gilmore had the club on his arm

[leonbus23]

Well for one, New Orleans a WAY more fun city..apologies to augie and all other folks living in the ATL

True. Little five point is mostly it. Shuts down early, too.

[PromoTheRobot]

Nah, just the Bills have been the model of inconsistency. That makes fans mercurial as to their thoughts on the team's prospects. It's the team, not the fans. If the Bills lose a close game, yet play well in most phases it will leave a good impression on most. Not a moral victory, but just a sign that the team has turned a corner with their road performance. If you can't play around .500 ball on the road , you aren't going to make the playoffs. ATL and the Pats are the toughest outs on the schedule.

 

Well maybe this will be the year they break that trend.

[Buffalo_Stampede]

Reminds me of every road game vs a top QB that I can remember. Bills lose.

[PABillsfan23]

Gotta get to Ryan consistently all game. If not we can't hang with them at their place.

[billsfanmiami(oh)]

Best away game weekend ever! Halloween weekend and thousands of Bills fans owning Bourbon Street???

 

Already looking forward to 2021 when we go there again.

I lost track of how many times I was at the swamp / the beach that weekend...what a blast

[stinky finger]

Compete. Let them know we came to play - and win - regardless of outcome.

[atlbillsfan1975]

I was at that game and I will be there this weekend. Hoping for a better game.

[3rdand12]

Keep in mind that this coaching staff has shown the ability to actually make adjustments at halftime - It's been what, 18-20 years, since we last saw a coach who would do that?

This needs to be said again and again.

One of the significant tangible differences this season.

The other not to be shortchanged? Is the not give up mentality. Especially the Defense.

These were on my wish list. Not wins.

 

Our Defense is about to be tested against one of the best passing games in the league.

 

let us pray..

 

Go Bills !

amen

Compete. Let them know we came to play - and win - regardless of outcome.

Yep ! each week.

and if Bills do that. The chances increase exponentially Bills do win.

[cba fan]

And KC scares me more than the patsies***

Yes KC still winning games because that good D gets a lot of turnovers. And not just a turnover here and there. Game changing field flipping turnovers. Time and again. That DC is a wizard.

[Badasss]

KC is going all the way this year. I just know it!!

[Bronxbomber21]

I don't know why but I'm getting a feeling Buffalo pulls an upset this weekend. There's just a different fight in this team I haven't seen before.

[Magox]

The Bills can win this game on the road, but have to do two things. 1 - They must win the turnover battle. Denver did better than us in the running game, passing game, and special teams. The only reason the Bills won is because they were +2 in turnovers. Based on the history of the NFL, a +2 turnover margin means you win the game about 95% of the time. Most people would probably believe that I would have as my #2 that we must run the football. I do not. #2 for me is actually that they have to get pressure on Matt Ryan. Detroit was actually +3 in turnovers this past Sunday and they still lost. They barely touched Matt Ryan and he passed for almost 300 yards. He did whatever he wanted to. I don't think that Buffalo or Atlanta has much success on the ground, at least as it pertains to the running backs. Both teams have good defenses against the run. I think that the team that gets after the others quarterback better is the team that causes the other team to make mistakes and wins.

The Bills also won the red zone battle as well. This could also be key.

[Chandler#81]

yep. they will compete it seems.

 

 

scrappy little nobodys

Love this!

Our new moniker!

[SlimShady'sSpaceForce]

This needs to be said again and again.

One of the significant tangible differences this season.

The other not to be shortchanged? Is the not give up mentality. Especially the Defense.

These were on my wish list. Not wins.

 

Our Defense is about to be tested against one of the best passing games in the league.

 

let us pray..

 

Go Bills !

amen

 

Can you repeat that one more time?

 

thanks

[Royale with Cheese]

Roof will be closed.

 

Vaughn McClureESPN Staff Writer

Officials say Mercedes-Benz Stadium roof will be closed for Sunday's Falcons-Bills matchup. Roof was open for Falcons first home game, a Week 2 Sunday night matchup with Green Bay.

[Rubes]

I have a similar feeling. I'm expecting it to be a close game, but could get out of hand if they let it slip with penalties. I'll be back in Utah this week. One day we should grab a beer and watch the game.

 

Sure thing...though I never did find a good home after Port O'Call was bulldozed.

 

 

Bad idea, I watched a game with Rubes once in Salt Lake, barely escaped with my life!

 

Damn, we getting old Rubes, I think that was in 2004! When I had just turned 21!

 

You and me both! Surprised we got out of there before the mob caught us.

 

I can't believe that was 13 years ago. Holy ****! That place we watched the game is long gone now...bulldozed it so they could build a fugly federal court building. Sigh. I miss that place.

[billsfan60]

Not sure how the zone will hold up against Matt Ryan.... pass rush is key. This defense hasn't seen a QB like Ryan yet this year so it will be interesting to see.

 

Offense needs to get the ground game going, but not sure they will. No over the top threat has really killed their running attack.

 

Because they beat Denver at home?

 

I never was high on Denver. Average QB and Wade left. They'll be lucky to win 8 in that division.

 

Bills actually have a good opportunity to win some games this year. Assuming Miami is as bad as they looked on Sunday and the Jets still on the schedule.

 

Still, 6 to 7 wins seems about right. Not enough talent offensively thanks to a stupid trade, and lack of depth will eventually catch up with them.

Because this defense is beginning to look disciplined and capable of keeping them from being blown out. Because a suspect defensive backfield has been a pleasant surprise. Because the front 7 are keeping rushing numbers down. I'm not predicting a win in Atlanta, but I wouldn't be shocked.

[rant_and_go]

I don't care if it's 50-0.

I'll be watching Tredavious White. Lots of chances for him to run around the field and make plays. It's going to be fun.

Edited September 27, 2017 by rant_and_go

[BillsFan130]

I remember that game very well. Bills are probably better now than the 2013 bills, but atlanta is probably better than the 2013 saints

[Heathcliff]

If the Bills win by more than one score....everyone on here has to post nudes.

 

Be careful what you ask for. Lots of old folks on this board.

[Rubes]

 

Be careful what you ask for. Lots of old folks on this board.

He didnt say of themselves...

[Royale with Cheese]

 

Be careful what you ask for. Lots of old folks on this board.

 

It would be a benefit for 2 reasons.

1. Confidence booster for me since I should have a better body than them.

2. I'll get myself ready to know what I'll look like in 30 years.

[fridge]

The only reason I'm not optimistic about this game is because it's on the road in their new shiny stadium.

 

As for the Saints comparison, I think the only difference is that we fielded Thad Lewis that game and were 10.5 point underdogs. We're fresh off a big win and coming in with our regular starting QB and we're still 8 point underdogs. It just goes to show how much more touted this Falcons team is than that Saints team.

[3rdand12]

I don't care if it's 50-0.

 

I'll be watching Tredavious White. Lots of chances for him to run around the field and make plays. It's going to be fun.

that my hope as well !!

He didnt say of themselves...

Excellent catch.

eye for details

and

amen for that