Steve O Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 3 minutes ago, section122 said: For me a game day experience is 2 parts. A giant party before the game then the actual game itself. Tailgating is one of the main draws for going to the game. Drinking, grilling, playing kan jam at 9 am on a Sunday? Awesome. Take away tailgating? I'm not going to drive 2.5 hours each way for a 3 hour football game. Combine the 2 and that is what I travel for! Chalk me up as another that has never actually seen a table smash. It isn't nearly as prevalent as it is made out to be. Other than the game day experience for me is 3 parts I agree with everything you said. Part 3 is post game party. (I don't give up a Sunday just to leave the game early and miss post game traffic, and I can't stand post game traffic back to Rochester so I wait until it subsides to leave) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Needle Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 Of course it's embarrassing. I don't personally feel a responsibility but I'm sure the team and NFL have discussed fan behavior across the country. It's not a Buffalo problem exclusively. On a side note, I find the whole Bills Mafia thing to be as lame as you can get. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uticaclub Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 I’m proud of it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanC883 Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 2 hours ago, May Day 10 said: Its not an embarrassment. For my work, I speak to and deal with people from everywhere. Often, football/the Bills come up. Not one person has indicated that they are disgusted by it and said anything to shame me. In fact, most think its funny and they usually mutter something about how they NEED to come up for a game. And overall, it is a very small amount of people who do this. I have tailgated for several hundreds of hours in various hot-button lots, and have seen 1 table get jumped through. If it is me who does this and it goes viral, or drinking out of someone's tush, or what have you, I would be embarrassed for myself. same here. People in Pittsburgh think its funny, and know that it's a tiny amount of the overall tailgaters. Most folks want to come up for a game because there is a lot of space to have a real tailgate, something you don't see in most other NFL stadiums. 22 minutes ago, section122 said: For me a game day experience is 2 parts. A giant party before the game then the actual game itself. Tailgating is one of the main draws for going to the game. Drinking, grilling, playing kan jam at 9 am on a Sunday? Awesome. Take away tailgating? I'm not going to drive 2.5 hours each way for a 3 hour football game. Combine the 2 and that is what I travel for! Chalk me up as another that has never actually seen a table smash. It isn't nearly as prevalent as it is made out to be. 100% spot-on. A lot of fans travel to come to the games. It's an all-day or multi-day event (get in night before, go out, tailgate, game, drive home). 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Best Player Available Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 1 hour ago, bobblehead said: The Faiders fans are known for gang fights in the stadium. The worst beatdown I ever witnessed anywhere was at the Coliseum. After a Bills /Raiders game. It was a gang attack on a Bills fan wearing a Bills jersey. In a offsite lot. We had our son who was pretty young then, so any chance of attempting to stop it would have been risky. 911 was the best we could do. I thought the guy in the beatdown would be in the hospital for awhile. Like the Raiders Oakland fans suck! The worst in the NFL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wppete Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodneykm Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 They are literally the coolest group of fans on this planet. Anyone who doesn't like the antics needs to go on over to the retirement home and start watching golf. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 in some instances imo yes some can be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4_kidd_4 Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 So....Did we solve this yet? Or should I check back in a few weeks when the next one of this thread pops up? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tenhigh Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 1 hour ago, Soda Popinski said: my brother took a 9 volt to the coconut at a Bucs game, it was the game TKO Spikes got injured. That kind of crap happens everywhere beer and large crowd of guys get together. I think I was at that game, it was like 9K degrees. Almost too hot to drink. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freddie's Dead Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 No more embarrassing than exchanging sexual favors for Bills jerseys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soda Popinski Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 4 minutes ago, Tenhigh said: I think I was at that game, it was like 9K degrees. Almost too hot to drink. yeah, florida even in October is insufferable. I'm just happy it hasn't rained in 3 whole days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SouthNYfan Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 No more or less embarrassing than the 350lb shirtless fans in full body paint screaming their lungs out during a snowstorm game. (Aka I don't think it's embarrassing) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Fan Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 Some of it could make me laugh. Stuff like this though makes Bills fans look like a bunch of bafoons Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordio Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 2 minutes ago, Another Fan said: Some of it could make me laugh. Stuff like this though makes Bills fans look like a bunch of bafoons I don't know I guess I am an immature 45 year old but I think that is fuggin hilarious. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 6 minutes ago, Another Fan said: Some of it could make me laugh. Stuff like this though makes Bills fans look like a bunch of bafoons At least they didn't piss on him 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordio Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 Just now, Hapless Bills Fan said: At least they didn't piss on him That would of been even funnier if they did. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt_In_NH Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 I find it funny but also embarrassing if that makes any sense. I also think someone will get themselves killed if it continues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan4 Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 (edited) I wouldn’t say that smashing through tables is an embarrassment. It’s not something I’d do, ans I’m not crazy about the “drunken buffoon” reputation we seem to be getting in the national media. But hey, to each his own. I do worry that it is going to ruin tailgating for everyone, though. What IS truly embarrassing (in my opinion) - The Bills fans who get trashed and treat the opposing fans like ****. There’s simply no reason for that. I have (female) family members who live in Boston, and they refuse to even come to Bills games with me anymore because of the way they’ve been treated at the stadium. They are honestly scared to come and that really pisses me off. Buffalo has always been known for how great, and nice, the people are. I brag about that to my family in Boston. Then I bring them to games and they’re like “I thought you said the people here were nice. This is as bad as (or worse than) it is in Boston for opposing fans!”. To be fair, I’ve met plenty of nice Bills fans at the stadium, who treated them (and me when I’m with them) very well. It’s just that smaller group of !@#$s that ruin it for them (and me). Edited August 7, 2018 by BillsFan4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. WEO Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 what new downtown stadium? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C.Biscuit97 Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 27 minutes ago, Freddie's Dead said: No more embarrassing than exchanging sexual favors for Bills jerseys. But you should see my Bills collection of stuff I got for “free!” 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PromoTheRobot Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 (edited) Yes...but. What is shown by websites like Deadspin is an embarrassment, but that's like one or two tailgates out of thousands. So in reality, few Bills tailgates are as out of control as the are depicted. Edited August 7, 2018 by PromoTheRobot 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LabattBlue Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 1 hour ago, JÂy RÛßeÒ said: I'll tell ya what is embarrassing to me - seeing fans of other teams get berated/assaulted at our stadium. I don't want Bills fans treated that way in other stadiums either. We're all just supporting our team. I'd guess the same "look at me" tailgating morons, are in many cases the same fans looking to start trouble with opposing fans. Common denominators...too much alcohol, not enough common sense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yall Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 3 hours ago, Mark80 said: That in no way shape or form is ironic. I blame Alanis Morrisette for ruining an entire generation's understanding of the term "irony". 'Cause it sure as **** isn't a bug in your goddam wine. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fan in San Diego Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 I think excessive drinking anywhere is a problem. But people making an ass of themselves being drunk is going to happen everywhere. A right of passage perhaps being 20 something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan130 Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 Not an embarrassment in my opinion. At the end of the day, who cares. If they aren’t hurting anyone (we’ll possibly the person getting smashed in the table lol) then I don’t see why people care. I would never do it personally, but if that’s their way of having fun and they aren’t hurting anyone, then who am I to judge someone. This is purely talking about smashing through tables. I didn’t read the article. If they are also mentioning harassing other fans and destroying property, then that’s definitely not right. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Dude Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 Yes. You unlearned, agrarian, hillbillies embarrass the crap out of me. My god, I know there’s NOTHING to do in WNY, but people just ramp up their stupid before going in to the Ralph. Seriously, we’re loyal fans, but we’re pretty trashy if you look at it unbiasly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gsurdam Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 It is an embarrassment to me. It is the reason I don't associate myself with "The Mafia"... They represent a bunch of drunken idiots that think football Sundays can't be enjoyed without getting hammered and making an ass of yourself. I can't believe that the Bills organization would want to market the mafia or be associated with it in any way. You can support your team without smashing through tables or having a gallon of chicken wing sauce poured over your face. Grow up... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Real McClappy Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 (edited) Call it whatever the hell you will. I've lived all along the Northeast and met fans of many different teams. I've have had more co-workers friends of different teams than I can count who want to experience a Bills tailgate. I personally can careless what people do on their own dime as long as they are not drinking and driving and have a sober ride home safe. Edited August 7, 2018 by Real McCoy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ndirish1978 Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 Honestly, the table jumping doesn't bother me at all, but the butt-funnel and BJs for jerseys are pretty classless and those embarrass me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homey D. Clown Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 7 hours ago, BuffaloRush said: Just came across this article that flew under the radar from a small newspaper near me. The writer is somewhat critical of The Bills Mafia stadium antics which have gone viral. Ironically he says something I never thought of. He mentions that the Bills org is not happy about these viral videos. When the built a new stadium is built downtown, the high ticket prices will keep this kind of “riff raff” (his words) out of the stadium. https://waynetimes.com/columns/worst-bills-mafia/ I was a college kid once, and we engaged in drinking activities from time to time, so I understand the desire to get rowdy, but that is an embarrassment to anyone, especially to the Bills organization. Now that social media is everywhere, you have to know your stupidity will be put on full display. Having that kind of fun I have no issue with, being proud of it later, that, I do have a problem with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dablitzkrieg Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 3 minutes ago, ndirish1978 said: Honestly, the table jumping doesn't bother me at all, but the butt-funnel and BJs for jerseys are pretty classless and those embarrass me. Whoa, whoa, whoa, where can I find those? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ndirish1978 Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 1 minute ago, Dablitzkrieg said: Whoa, whoa, whoa, where can I find those? Looking for a new jersey? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dablitzkrieg Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 9 minutes ago, ndirish1978 said: Looking for a new jersey? Yo mama is ? She was asking where the location of the BJ/Jersey exchange is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peace Frog Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fadingpain Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 Of course it's embarrassing. The good news is that an NFL stadium on a Sunday afternoon is largely a drunken zoo, no matter where you are in the league. So the low lifes in WNY doing this crap kind of blend in. The scene at Redskins games has a bad reputation on a national level too, and so do many other teams/cities. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 3 hours ago, yall said: I blame Alanis Morrisette for ruining an entire generation's understanding of the term "irony". 'Cause it sure as **** isn't a bug in your goddam wine. That song really should have been called "Murphy's Law." 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsMafia13 Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 1 hour ago, The_Dude said: Yes. You unlearned, agrarian, hillbillies embarrass the crap out of me. My god, I know there’s NOTHING to do in WNY, but people just ramp up their stupid before going in to the Ralph. Seriously, we’re loyal fans, but we’re pretty trashy if you look at it unbiasly. Way to take the a dozen videos on TMZ as gospel. Not that unbiased if you're just a sheep Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXBILLSFAN Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 Definitely an embarrassment, but, to each his own, as long as they are only hurting themselves and the tables. I don't like how the media has run with the table narrative and is using it to mock instead of focusing on the simple passion ALL Bills fans have. Let's face it the table crashers represent <1% of Bills fans. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoCal Deek Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 Of course it’s embarrassing. What else would it be? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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