skibum Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 It's all about the Bills offense this week. If they can stay on the field, just move the chains by whatever means necessary and eat clock, they will have a chance. The Pats defense has had it too easy so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt_In_NH Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 I hate the patriots as much as anyone but they have given up 3 points in three games. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vod Kanockers Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 1 minute ago, mattynh said: I hate the patriots as much as anyone but they have given up 3 points in three games. Jets, Dolphins, and lackluster Steelers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt_In_NH Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 1 minute ago, Vod Kanockers said: Jets, Dolphins, and lackluster Steelers. One of those teams, the Jets scored 8 on the Bills, 3X what the Pats have given up ALL YEAR! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billieve420 Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 41 minutes ago, eball said: BBFS at its finest! Well I want to see the Bills prove that on the field these type of articles are pointless. Show up and stop the Patriots maybe then the defense will earn some respect. Bills haven't been challenged this year offensively by any of the teams so far. Not really impressed with the pass rush so far which will be key in disrupting the Patriots. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hebert19 Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 1 hour ago, Buffalo_Stampede said: I'll change that to best coached and most disciplined. They lack pass rush and it's going to hurt them this week. I think you see Oliver get moved around this week to try and change that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vod Kanockers Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 8 minutes ago, mattynh said: One of those teams, the Jets scored 8 on the Bills, 3X what the Pats have given up ALL YEAR! With their top 3 pick at QB vs. Luke Faulk at QB. (If the Pats* had 4 turnovers, I’m sure the Jests could have scored as well.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt_In_NH Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 Just now, Vod Kanockers said: With their top 3 pick at QB vs. Luke Faulk at QB. (If the Pats* had 4 turnovers, I’m sure the Jests could have scored as well.) Look man, I get it, I'm a Bills fan too and they have been great, but if you can see how dominating the Pats have been on defense then you just refuse to look at the facts. They give up a third less yards than the next team and 1 point per game. I am willing to bet the Bills have never given up 3 points in three games in their history and it today's NFL it is even harder. The three points they gave up was to Ben and the Steelers who would have a good offense if he was healthy....three points and 199 yards per game, that is crazy. However to your point, they can't sustain it and this week they should have many more scored on them. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingBoots8 Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 1 hour ago, billieve420 said: Here comes 50 from the Pats. I hate when these articles come out so early in the season. The Bills have a good defense let's see where they finish up at the end of the year. I’m good with that if we get 51 Win however we can. I don’t care if we are #1 in anything except wins by the end of the year ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Radar Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 I'm really looking at the Pats game. After that we'll see how we feel about our defense. I think their good but possibly the stats look better than they really are. If they can stand up well against Brady and company then they will really make a statement. Don't have to win the game but can't allow a big loss either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSE Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 Well shucks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stony Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 It's going to be tough to score points this week. But if Edelman is out, I think the D can keep it tight. Get into the 4th within striking distance and maybe JA introduces himself to the murderers, rapists and cheaters who make up Pats nation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 1 hour ago, Gugny said: That's the spirit!! ....a fifth, liter or 1.5?....ice included??............ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
papazoid Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 last years bills defense held NE to fewer points than almost all the other NE opponents....just sayin. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LABILLBACKER Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 1 hour ago, Doc Brown said: We gave up 23, 37, 25 and 24 to them since McDermott took over. It's going to take a great day by our offense and we'll have a shot. if we keep them to around 23 we should be in the game? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris66 Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 1 minute ago, papazoid said: last years bills defense held NE to fewer points than almost all the other NE opponents....just sayin. Last years team wasnt very good. Still dont know how they won the Superbowl. Also it didnt take much to beat the bills. I went to bed at halftime because I knew 9 pts was enough to win. The second game Pats ran for almost 300 yds. Bills couldnt stop a nose bleed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MyDogLuvsPB Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 1 hour ago, Call_Of_Ktulu said: Our season really hinges on 3 players. 1. Allen 2a Morse 2b Hughes I disagree: 1. QB 2. Running game 3. DL (pass rush but most importantly run stops) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrags Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 1 hour ago, Don Dokken said: If it makes you feel better, he goes on to say that maybe the Packers, and definitely the Pats, may have better claims to “the best defense in football”. We’re number 3!! As they do. At least the Pats. They haven’t given up a TD all season. 3 straight games giving up only 3 points is pretty impressive. Guess well see on Sunday day what we have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gjv001 Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 If the Bills defense holds the Pats to 17 points or less, then they are the best defense in the lesgue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike in Horseheads Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 Barnwell is one of the biggest Bills ESPN trashers. He was forced to include them since it was on 3-0 teams. He also said we were #7 of 7 on that list 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pokebball Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 2 hours ago, Doc Brown said: We gave up 23, 37, 25 and 24 to them since McDermott took over. It's going to take a great day by our offense and we'll have a shot. I think those mid-twenty scores are encouraging. We hold them to 25 points, we've got a great chance of beating them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Radar Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 1 minute ago, Pokebball said: I think those mid-twenty scores are encouraging. We hold them to 25 points, we've got a great chance of beating them. You hope. I'm not all that confident we score 25-30 pts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billspro Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 2 hours ago, Doc Brown said: We gave up 23, 37, 25 and 24 to them since McDermott took over. It's going to take a great day by our offense and we'll have a shot. Sounds about right. The offence needs at least 3TDs for a chance. I think 4TDs gets us a win. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Virgil Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 2 hours ago, VW82 said: Courtesy of ESPN writer Bill Barnwell: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/27680783/barnwell-stacking-surprises-nfl-seven-3-0-teams There's much more in the link. So basically our defense is once again saving our bacon. Hopefully the offense starts to pick up the pace and do their part too. Once that happens the sky's the limit for this group. He also said two other teams have the best defense in football, so..... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dkollidas Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 They gotta get Ed Oliver working on the inside. Get him in Brady’s face all day. Hit him and you’ve got a chance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
row_33 Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 2 hours ago, VW82 said: Courtesy of ESPN writer Bill Barnwell: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/27680783/barnwell-stacking-surprises-nfl-seven-3-0-teams There's much more in the link. So basically our defense is once again saving our bacon. Hopefully the offense starts to pick up the pace and do their part too. Once that happens the sky's the limit for this group. oh great, they'll put that on the screen 15 times that the Bills are the best D during the Pats game... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beast Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 1 hour ago, TwistofFate said: Patriots will be exposed on Sunday. National media falls all over them because it sells. Ive said it before and ill say it again, we are statistically on par with them offensively and better than them defensively. This team will be ready for them on Sunday in every way. Imo the Bengals are much more potent than NE on offense. Or they fall all over them because they have 6 Lombardi’s and been to the SB 9 times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
row_33 Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 16 minutes ago, Binghamton Beast said: Or they fall all over them because they have 6 Lombardi’s and been to the SB 9 times. 1/3 of the board thinks the Pats have to prove themselves all over again every week.... kind of cute and sweet it is Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nedboy7 Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 Pats havent given up an offensive touchdown yet in three games. Let's see if Allen can shove a couple down their throats! 1 hour ago, gjv001 said: If the Bills defense holds the Pats to 17 points or less, then they are the best defense in the lesgue. no the universe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VW82 Posted September 23, 2019 Author Share Posted September 23, 2019 1 hour ago, row_33 said: oh great, they'll put that on the screen 15 times that the Bills are the best D during the Pats game... Different networks (ESPN/CBS). I like our chances to hold the Pats under 25. McD has had some really good game plans vs. them the last two years. I'm less confident in our offense to keep it close. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil The Thrill Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 3 hours ago, billieve420 said: Here comes 50 from the Pats. I hate when these articles come out so early in the season. The Bills have a good defense let's see where they finish up at the end of the year. like Nate Geary said....Bills fans will turn on the team in the drop of a hat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boca BIlls Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 4 hours ago, VW82 said: Courtesy of ESPN writer Bill Barnwell: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/27680783/barnwell-stacking-surprises-nfl-seven-3-0-teams There's much more in the link. So basically our defense is once again saving our bacon. Hopefully the offense starts to pick up the pace and do their part too. Once that happens the sky's the limit for this group. That was from last year also... So no. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hondo in seattle Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 (edited) Buffalo's Dominant Defense CATEGORY STAT RANK Drives/Gm 11.8 29th Avg Starting FP 69.4 31st Pts/Drive 1.51 3rd Yds/Drive 24.8 1st TD% 17.1% 3rd TO% 16.1% T-2nd Score% 28.1% 3rd Three-and-Out% 36.2% 1st There isn't one stat that defines a defense. But the defensive stat I've always thought best measures defensive success is yards/drive. And we're ranked #1 there. That's exciting. Edited September 23, 2019 by hondo in seattle 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 (edited) 2 hours ago, papazoid said: last years bills defense held NE to fewer points than almost all the other NE opponents....just sayin. Add in a competent offense with it and any team can win Edited September 23, 2019 by SlimShady'sGhost Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfan89 Posted September 24, 2019 Share Posted September 24, 2019 I don't know about the best defense but it's pretty dam good certainly playing like a top 2-3 unit in the league. What has really impressed me about the defense has been the tackling. The tackling was good last year but it seems to be even better this year. The defense is mostly the same players (Ed Oliver being the only major addition and Kyle being the only major loss) however the team seems to be comfortable playing with each other and within the system. It is very refreshing to see the defense not missing a lot of tackles and playing very disciplined. The lack of an elite pass rush might cause some issues against better offenses but the pass rush isn't chopped liver either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solomon Grundy Posted September 24, 2019 Share Posted September 24, 2019 Ex Patriot Willie McGinest doesn't think so. Just gave his game ball to SF defense 4 hours ago, Tenhigh said: I'd be interested to know what BB thinks about that crazy near pick where Allen completely missed the safety. Is he going to try and bait him with some of those "too good to be true" reads? Yeah, but if he didn't get his hand on that ball it was dropping right into Robert Foster's mitts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solomon Grundy Posted September 24, 2019 Share Posted September 24, 2019 3 hours ago, Hebert19 said: I think you see Oliver get moved around this week to try and change that. I hope so Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreggTX Posted September 24, 2019 Share Posted September 24, 2019 (edited) 5 hours ago, billieve420 said: Here comes 50 from the Pats. I hate when these articles come out so early in the season. The Bills have a good defense let's see where they finish up at the end of the year. I'm guessing top 10, maybe top 5. Brady will put up points, but if we can run the ball and keep him under 28 points, we have a shot. His OL injuries are worse than ours. Time for Ed Oliver to have a breakout game. Harry Phillips will be missed. White and TJohnson/Neal need good games. Obviously Josh needs to eliminate all mental mistakes. Can he do that yet? They need to hold Edelman to 80 yards or less and 1 TD max. Edited September 24, 2019 by GreggTX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VW82 Posted September 24, 2019 Author Share Posted September 24, 2019 1 hour ago, Boca BIlls said: That was from last year also... So no. Actually it's week 3 last year through three games this year. Our coach is the same. We returned 10 starters. It's basically the exact same defense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boca BIlls Posted September 24, 2019 Share Posted September 24, 2019 8 minutes ago, VW82 said: Actually it's week 3 last year through three games this year. Our coach is the same. We returned 10 starters. It's basically the exact same defense. Yea 3 weeks this year... So it's not the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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