SaviorPeterman Posted October 17, 2017 Author Share Posted October 17, 2017 2008: started: 5-1, finished: 7-9 2011: started 4-1, finished 6-10 2012: started 2-1, finished 6-10 2016: started 4-2, finished 7-9 I'm not buying into this team, just because they are currently 3-2. If you want to, proceed with caution. My hope for this team heading into the season was that they were a better team in November and December than they are pre-Halloween. There are just way too many seasons over the last decade where we've gotten off to a nice start only to look like a totally inept, bad football team down the stretch. I hope this yr. is different, but for that to happen this offense is going to have to play a lot better than they have. This is my thought as well, I keep pointing to the magic 6-4 number. The Bills have never had that record or better through 10 games since the start of the drought in 2000. If we can somehow get there (or better) we might have a real shot, but I still think these next few weeks are the worst possible matchups for the Bills against two desperate teams that many had pegged as SB contenders in their respective conferences. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benderbender Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 I am not a kool aid drinker, but I think we will roll over TB. With Winstons shoulder issues and a banged up defense, we should chew clock and yards on the ground. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
San-O Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 it's going to be tough when your QB cant throw for more than 180 yards / game. It just is the reality. Buffalo # 1 in points allowed by defense and # 4 in interceptions. What more can the D do? I read somewhere they had negative net yards on the last 2 possessions last week. That's horrible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LABILLBACKER Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 I'm concerned about a 17 year drought that had me concerned over 272 games. We could play Cleveland tomorrow and I'd be considered. Tell us something SP we don't already know. Silly thread.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billsmovinup Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 This should be a 24-14 Bills win. It will be a good test of Mcdermotts "stay humble" mantra. Buffalos biggest obstacle will be not taking Tampa lightly. I think Mcdermott has this teams attention. Im looking for a solid 60 minute effort. it's going to be tough when your QB cant throw for more than 180 yards / game. It just is the reality. Buffalo # 1 in points allowed by defense and # 4 in interceptions. What more can the D do? I read somewhere they had negative net yards on the last 2 possessions last week. That's horrible. We did play the #1, 2, 4, and 10 defenses in the first five games. Tampas 31. That should make a difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobobonators Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 i was really concerned about this game prior to the season starting; now i'm actually not as concerned (fully realizing we can still lose this game quite easily) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drunken Pygmy Goat Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 We've seen the Bills in this spot before, coming off a bye week or facing a reeling opponent in which fans and pundits believe they should be able to take care of business. Looking at the numbers the Bucs defense is terrible currently ranked 31st overall in terms of yards allowed so there is one advantage for the Bills to exploit. Conversely they are currently ranked #4 overall in total offense which on paper is the best the Bills have faced all season and should be a good test to see McD and Frasier's defense can hold up. Personally I believe this is a must win game for the Bills. Some will claim it's not especially since it's another non conference opponent but a loss would no doubt ramp up the criticism of the bills being pretenders. I also believe this is quite possibly Taylor's biggest game of his NFL career and he cannot afford to come out of the bye week struggling and posting pedestrian numbers again against this defense. I'm not as concerned...here's why: If you want to look at the numbers to form conclusions, take into consideration their opponent so far. The Bucs have averaged 419 yards per game over their last 3, which would rank them #1 in YPG. But their opponents were the Giants, Patriots*, and Cardinals, none of which possess a top 20 defense in YPG (Cards are 21st, but the Giants, and especially the Pats*, are terrible defensively). Against the Bears and Vikings, both teams with good defenses, the Bucs offense averaged 326.5 YPG, which would rank #18th overall. The Bills defense gives up about 322 YPG, but they're very "bend, don't break". PPG is what matters, and the Bills are tops. The Bucs are not good at running the football, whereas the Bills D is top 10 against the run. Tampa does rank #2 in passing, but again, their average was inflated drastically over the last 3 games against poor/terrible defenses. On paper, this should be a very close game. I see the Bucs finishing with around 345-350 total yards, and the Bills around 335-340 total yards (hopefully Matthews plays, and the WRs step up). Where the Bills have a nice advantage is defending the red zone. The Bucs defense allows TDs in the red zone nearly twice as much as the Bills. Unless the Bills have a rough day with turnover differential and crucial penalties, this should be the key on Sunday. 23-19 Bills Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
San-O Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 This should be a 24-14 Bills win. It will be a good test of Mcdermotts "stay humble" mantra. Buffalos biggest obstacle will be not taking Tampa lightly. I think Mcdermott has this teams attention. Im looking for a solid 60 minute effort. We did play the #1, 2, 4, and 10 defenses in the first five games. Tampas 31. That should make a difference. A home game coming off a bye should result in a win. I agree Tampa D is bad : 22nd in points allowed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 When isn't there a concern? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Call_Of_Ktulu Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 With our offence ever team is a concern. I will stand by my previous statement that Taylor will never carry this team to a playoff victory. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teef Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 Concerned. There it is. I knew you couldnt contain yourself long. God youve spent months trying to blend in on different Bills forums. Doesnt it get tiring? concerned! this guy is solid. get ready for a million threads shocking similar to this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffaloboyinATL Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 I am concerned about every game. I have not gone in to a singe game in awhile fully relaxed. Comes with the territory. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALF Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 I'll be happy if we see some progress in the running game , defense looks good. If Glenn and Henderson play hope they do well in this scheme. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
8-8 Forever? Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 Why are you always so concerned. Go to the doctor and get some meds, no one should be concerned about a football game exactly. I'll be on the golf course. go bills. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teef Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 HighFootballIQ you nailed it again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoTier Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 HighFootballIQ was the original. There were many more iterations of his screen name banned. Dude was relentless with new accounts. I think SaviorEdwards one of his, too ... with a very similar avatar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffalonian Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 Yes. But then again, I've routinely been "concerned" since I started watching Bills games in 1980. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkington Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 I'm concerned about every game, it's the Bills Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfan60 Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 I cant recall, it was pre peterman. If i remember correctly he was permabanned. Yup!! For what it's worth,there was a savioredwards (or something like that) over there, but not an expert on this stuff so I don't want to state it as fact. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cripple Creek Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 I'm concerned about a 17 year drought that had me concerned over 272 games. We could play Cleveland tomorrow and I'd be considered. Tell us something SP we don't already know. Silly thread.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyDays Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 (edited) you nailed it again! I'll take the credit for bringing down SaviorPeterman when he is ultimately banned Edited October 17, 2017 by HappyDays Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xRUSHx Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 This is a game the Bills should win. I believe we match up well. With a D as bad as Bucs and the Bills being home the Bills should win in blowout fashion but with a QB like Tyrod(mr200) it will most likely be a close game that will come down to the closing minutes. Bills win, Bills 19. Bucs 17. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaviorPeterman Posted October 17, 2017 Author Share Posted October 17, 2017 Based on various twitter reports, looks like Fitz is going to get the 1st team reps tomorrow in practice with Jamison not throwing until later in the week. At this point would have to believe Fitz is starting against us but still not sure if that's an advantage or disadvantage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teef Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 Based on various twitter reports, looks like Fitz is going to get the 1st team reps tomorrow in practice with Jamison not throwing until later in the week. At this point would have to believe Fitz is starting against us but still not sure if that's an advantage or disadvantage. ya never know with fitz. was it the first game last year that the guy looked like an all star? he as his moments...you just never know when they'll come. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloHokie13 Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 ya never know with fitz. was it the first game last year that the guy looked like an all star? he as his moments...you just never know when they'll come. He's going to have 5. Whether they be TDs or INTs remains to be seen. I'm going with 1 TD, 4 INTs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nedboy7 Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 I suggest Prozac Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teef Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 He's going to have 5. Whether they be TDs or INTs remains to be seen. I'm going with 1 TD, 4 INTs. no doubt. his numbers are always plump, but it just depends where. this isn't a rex defense, so if anything, i'm going to lean on the side of fitz taking a beating. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaviorPeterman Posted October 17, 2017 Author Share Posted October 17, 2017 ya never know with fitz. was it the first game last year that the guy looked like an all star? he as his moments...you just never know when they'll come. No way he plays that way again, if anything because we have a completely new secondary this year. But I never discount a former QB's motivation playing against a former team and the Bucs have a lot of talent on offense for him to work with. They are #4 overall in total offense despite their current sub .500 record. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoyBatty is alive Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 " I also believe this is quite possibly Taylor's biggest game of his NFL career " So stupid it made me laugh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott7975 Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 With a D as bad as Bucs and the Bills being home the Bills should win in blowout fashion but with a QB like Tyrod(mr200) it will most likely be a close game that will come down to the closing minutes. Bills win, Bills 19. Bucs 17. The Pats only scored 19 on Tampa so why should the Bills blow them out? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teef Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 (edited) No way he plays that way again, if anything because we have a completely new secondary this year. But I never discount a former QB's motivation playing against a former team and the Bucs have a lot of talent on offense for him to work with. They are #4 overall in total offense despite their current sub .500 record. i have to assume he's over his time with the bills. at this point, fitz is collecting his pay, and helping when called upon. Edited October 17, 2017 by teef Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 i have to assume at this point, he's over his time with the bills. at this point, fitz is collecting his pay, and helping when called upon. Fitz got his revenge his last season with the JETS IIRC 4 TD's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JM2009 Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 With a D as bad as Bucs and the Bills being home the Bills should win in blowout fashion but with a QB like Tyrod(mr200) it will most likely be a close game that will come down to the closing minutes. Bills win, Bills 19. Bucs 17. Both you and the OP need help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drunken Pygmy Goat Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 (edited) Concerned. There it is. I knew you couldnt contain yourself long. God youve spent months trying to blend in on different Bills forums. Doesnt it get tiring?Oh...it's THAT guy???? It doesn't take a HighFootballIQ to be concerned about the Bills OP reminds me of this guy: Edited October 17, 2017 by Drunken Pygmy Goat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clyde Smith Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 Me too, at least when this team is still in contention so to speak. But if this team is out of the playoff picture again by Thanksgiving/early December at least my anxiety will be gone and I can relax again. But this game has me petrified because sadly we've seen this same script before. Hoping and praying things are different this year. Dude, you must be a nervous wreck in real life. Concerned and petrified over a football game? Get a grip bro, just sit back and watch the season play out one game at a time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PromoTheRobot Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 Fitz got his revenge his last season with the JETS IIRC 4 TD's Fitz loves the Bills. We set him and his family up for life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CardinalScotts Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 concerned every game, tampa has weapons Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 Fitz loves the Bills. We set him and his family up for life. Damn straight. $50 Mil iirc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoCal Deek Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 My sister in law is a Gluten Free Punishment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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