26CornerBlitz Posted December 10, 2018 Share Posted December 10, 2018 (edited) The Buffalo Bills lost their second straight contest, this time to the New York Jets, but once again their rookie quarterback Josh Allen was the best offensive player they had -- even if he had a few regrettable moments that cost his team. Joe Buscaglia and Matthew Fairburn discuss Allen's day, the offensive line, the special teams, and how it all relates to the offseason in more of a big picture pod. Plus, a fun fact about one of us that you won't soon forget. Joe B: 7 Observations from Buffalo Bills - New York Jets (12/9/18) WKBW) - For the second straight week, an AFC East matchup for the Buffalo Bills came down to the wire, with Josh Allen and the Bills on the outside looking in. Their second straight loss, this time a 27-23 decision to the New York Jets, brought the Bills down to a 4-9 record on the 2018 season and officially eliminated them from playoff contention. It's not as though the playoffs were ever a realistic option for this team that has dedicated the final part of the season to developing their young players and seeing who can play a role into their future. Though, with some simple issues continuing to pop up for the team, it led the Bills to a bit of a grumpy disposition after the game. And for a good reason. With the Bills' first-half performance on both the offensive and defensive side of the ball, it probably should have been good enough to have a big lead going into the locker room. Except, it wasn't -- and the Bills left their home field with yet another loss. Where did it all go awry, and what does it mean to the big picture? Seven observations from the Bills' loss to the Jets: 1) Josh Allen giving the extremes of rookie QB play 2) The defense played good enough to win 3) Danny Crossman's special teams unit has their worst day of the year 4) Robert Foster is why you give time to young players in a rebuilding year 5) What's happening with Dion Dawkins? 6) It's time for the full youth movement at offensive line, too 7) It's time to re-sign Lorenzo Alexander Bills MVP: WR Robert Foster - From a deep route specialist to a well-rounded receiver. Foster showed a great deal in this game, and he's improved every week since the Bills promoted him off the practice squad. Bills LVP: ST Coordinator Danny Crossman - 2018 has been a lousy season for Crossman, and the Jets game might have been the last straw for McDermott in what to do with his coaching staff once the season is over. Up Next: The Bills (4-9) take on the Detroit Lions (4-8) on Sunday, December 16 at 1:00 pm at New Era Field. Draft Order Update: Through 13 games, the Bills hold the 6th overall draft pick ahead of the Sunday Night and Monday Night Football games. Edited December 10, 2018 by 26CornerBlitz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LABILLBACKER Posted December 10, 2018 Share Posted December 10, 2018 The Bills dominated the 1st half and Crossman's jokers let NY hang in there. He's gotta go now. Do not wait McD..... 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bad Things Posted December 10, 2018 Share Posted December 10, 2018 Has this podcast gotten any better as the season progressed? I listened to the first few episodes but found them boring. I generally like Joe B. and Fairburn, but they really didn't sound too "into" doing those podcasts, which in turn made for some very boring listening. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PearlHowardman Posted December 10, 2018 Share Posted December 10, 2018 When Matthew Fairburn worked for the Syracuse Post-Standard he was easily the best Buffalo Bills beat reporter. Better than Bills reporters from Buffalo and Rochester. There's something in the water here in Syracuse. We're cynical people. But we're the most knowledgeable, non-Kool Aid drinking Buffalo Bills fans around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RosenNOTchosen1 Posted December 11, 2018 Share Posted December 11, 2018 (edited) On 12/10/2018 at 12:23 AM, Bad Things said: Has this podcast gotten any better as the season progressed? I listened to the first few episodes but found them boring. I generally like Joe B. and Fairburn, but they really didn't sound too "into" doing those podcasts, which in turn made for some very boring listening. No it's still very boring. Just wait for a night where you're having a hard time falling asleep and listen to this podcast. Much better than a sleep aid ? Edited December 11, 2018 by RosenNOTchosen1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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