GreggTX Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 (edited) Is this on McDermott or has he just gotten lucky in some close games? everyone was ripping him a new one after benching Tyrod and all last year when we were in salary cap hell. He's even been criticized for excessive clapping. Was he the right hire or not? Time for his report card BEFORE the Patriots get to town. Personally, I think he has shown growth as a HC over the last 3 years and is better now at his job than he was when he was first hired. Edited September 26, 2019 by GreggTX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victory Formation Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 I’d give him an A, he’s won every game. That’s the bottom line. 8 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiotAct Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 A- so far. No complaints yet, really. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Brown Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 I gave him a B for having his team sleepwalk through the third quarters of games. Other than that, he's done a really good job,. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iinii Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 Seems a little early for grades. Things are looking better but we aren’t even at the quarter mile pole. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chandler#81 Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 Much improved. Frankly, he needed to step up his game and he has. Crippling Penalties are way down. The team seems always ready to play. He’s a smoldering fire who encourages the players. Obviously missing so far are the horrible blowouts that have plagued him his 1st 2 years. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProcessAccepted Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 Trailing 2 times in the 4th quarter this team has step it up and taken the win away from their opponent. Think about that, the Bills will to win late in the fourth was stronger than their opponents 2 out of 2 times this season. Coach McD has this team playing with heart. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albany,n.y. Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 F for First Place Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reader Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 1 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warcodered Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 It's also been interesting seeing McDermott use his time outs defensively. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 Incomplete. Let's see how he does against NE then Tenn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Fan Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 I’d say B plus with a 90 average. With the curve he’s an A! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfan1959 Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 8 minutes ago, Reader said: One hell of a coach -and takes time away from his HC responsibilities, during the game, to give a quick hernia exam. That's an A+ in my book... 2 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColoradoBills Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 It's only 3 games. I give him a check + for getting his homework in on time. Long way until final exams. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GunnerBill Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 After 3 games? Really? I think all the regulars here know I am a McDermott homer and have been for some time. I wanted him the year before Rex got fired. Other than his strange blind spot on Peterman (which honestly, and I might be completely off base, I feel was his faith infringing on his professional judgment) I think he has done an outstanding job in Buffalo so far. He gets an A from me. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warcodered Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 4 minutes ago, GunnerBill said: After 3 games? Really? I think all the regulars here know I am a McDermott homer and have been for some time. I wanted him the year before Rex got fired. Other than his strange blind spot on Peterman (which honestly, and I might be completely off base, I feel was his faith infringing on his professional judgment) I think he has done an outstanding job in Buffalo so far. He gets an A from me. I will say with the whole Peterman thing last year it was tough situation to be in. McCarron I doubt was all that impressive with him getting bounced from us to the Raiders and then again to the Texans getting replaced by Peterman twice. Then you're left with Peterman and Allen and sure Allen was obviously going to be the better choice but you have to remember the O-line became utter garbage this year. The first time they tried Allen out behind it in the preseason he almost got a concussion. Then the first two games are against the Ravens and Chargers I don't know I can kind of see the reasoning behind trying to stick Peterman out there to take a beating while you try and coach Josh up and hope the line solidifies some at all. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hondo in seattle Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 A... so far. The Bills are 3-0. The offense and defense both look well-coached and prepared. They play hard. They play together. McD isn't a genetic scientist so I don't blame him when the talent on the other side is greater than - and outperforms - the talent on our side. So far he seems to be getting about the most you can get from this particular roster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GunnerBill Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 3 minutes ago, Warcodered said: I will say with the whole Peterman thing last year it was tough situation to be in. McCarron I doubt was all that impressive with him getting bounced from us to the Raiders and then again to the Texans getting replaced by Peterman twice. Then you're left with Peterman and Allen and sure Allen was obviously going to be the better choice but you have to remember the O-line became utter garbage this year. The first time they tried Allen out behind it in the preseason he almost got a concussion. Then the first two games are against the Ravens and Chargers I don't know I can kind of see the reasoning behind trying to stick Peterman out there to take a beating while you try and coach Josh up and hope the line solidifies some at all. There was no reasoning for playing Nathan Peterman. None. Zero. Zilch. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 2 minutes ago, GunnerBill said: There was no reasoning for playing Nathan Peterman. None. Zero. Zilch. Well, at least they were prepared with a veteran backup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blacklabel Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 From what I understand, the dude is the same guy day in and day out. Has a real methodical approach and works very hard to keep the team level, so they aren't getting too high over a win and not getting too low over a loss. It also seems they've kinda changed their approach when it comes to facing the Pats. We've heard it all week from players about how they're not doing anything different or special, they're preparing like they would for any other opponent and most players have been like, "They're just the next team on the schedule for us." Also, last season I don't think anyone expected them to win six games. The fact that they had a patchwork OL, no real playmakers on offense and a rookie QB and stayed competitive in games, even when the playoffs were out of the question, is a testament to his ability to motivate. And people can bag on the culture stuff all they want but he's got this entire group playing for each other and understanding that no one is above the team as well as understanding their roles and responsibilities from game to game/play to play. And the dude doesn't seem like he ever "settles" for anything less than someone's best effort, and that's across the board. Players, coaches, etc. he's always got an eye on improvement even if it means moving on from a talented, well-liked, and respected player (i.e. Shady). I guess my only gripe on him might be some of the blowout losses. Those games kinda screamed "unprepared" to me. Or maybe it was an occasion where they just couldn't rally to overcome the adversity, I dunno. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MR8 Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 I'll let you know in 14 weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warcodered Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 They talk about McDermott for a good bit on this. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Say When... Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 (edited) 39 minutes ago, Reader said: so do we call him Pat E. McClappity now? Edited September 26, 2019 by Say When... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJS Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 No losses. A+ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fansince88 Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 58 minutes ago, billsfan1959 said: One hell of a coach -and takes time away from his HC responsibilities, during the game, to give a quick hernia exam. That's an A+ in my book... Didnt have him turn his head the right way though.....thats because he was checking his tonsils too. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kwai San Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 45 minutes ago, Reader said: Dang! Can't unsee this. I gave him a B No Glaring Clock Mis-Management - Very nice to see For the most part team is ready to play....some hiccups here and there but it is early in the season and there are a quite a few new faces What was nice was when the Giants ROLLED down the field on that 1st series the Bills and McD adjusted QUICKLY! A solid B......Pats will be a HUGE test. First time in awhile I am actually looking forward to the game. Mainly to see if they can adjust on the fly against Brady/Billacheat. Go Bills!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vorpma Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 3 hours ago, GunnerBill said: There was no reasoning for playing Nathan Peterman. None. Zero. Zilch. WTF cares, let it go and join us in 2019! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D. L. Hot-Flamethrower Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 A is the only reasonable grade. The man has taken a team that was destroyed by a fraud (Wrecks Ryan) and built the heart and soul back up. Not to mention he broke the no playoff streak. And, of course we are well situated this year to make noise. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KD in CA Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 I'd say strong.....to quite strong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clemfield2622 Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 He's good at the team building, rah rah stuff But he is atrocious at game day management Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted September 27, 2019 Share Posted September 27, 2019 5 hours ago, Sunshower said: I’d give him an A, he’s won every game. That’s the bottom line. Whats this crap? Logic is not allowed here. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles Romes Posted September 27, 2019 Share Posted September 27, 2019 A- blundered badly before the half against the Bengals. If they were committed to trying the 62 yarder instead of attempting to get 4 yards they should have run the clock from 7 seconds to 5 so as not to senselessly give up a Hail Mary try from the 50. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC Tom Posted September 27, 2019 Share Posted September 27, 2019 Incomplete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rock-A-Bye Beasley Posted September 27, 2019 Share Posted September 27, 2019 (edited) 4 hours ago, Kwai San said: Dang! Can't unsee this. I gave him a B No Glaring Clock Mis-Management - Very nice to see For the most part team is ready to play....some hiccups here and there but it is early in the season and there are a quite a few new faces What was nice was when the Giants ROLLED down the field on that 1st series the Bills and McD adjusted QUICKLY! A solid B......Pats will be a HUGE test. First time in awhile I am actually looking forward to the game. Mainly to see if they can adjust on the fly against Brady/Billacheat. Go Bills!! This is a big nitpick and obviously not "glaring" but after the Knox Rambo play we were in fg range. We should have been using as much clock as possible. However, the next two plays were snapped with 11 and 16 seconds remaining on the play clock. Those 27 second could have been HUGE for the Bengals final drive. It ended up not coming into play thankfully. They also ran the clock out at the half against the Jets, 30ish seconds with 2 time outs I believe, down 0-6 and Jets getting the ball in the 3rd. Again they ran the clock down against the giants with 2 timeouts and 47ish seconds. I heard Sal Capaccio say that McDermott said the Bills defer the ball if they win the coin toss in order to try to get an extra posession. Sure doesn't seem like it. If McDermott were a basketball coach he would be getting killed by the media for his team repeatedly incorrectly executing the 2 for one at the end of a quarter/half/game. As we all know one possession matters A LOT. Having said all that he gets a B for this season due to the outcomes. He makes up for the clock management problems with good defensive coaching, but it's frustrating because it's such an easy an obvious fix. Edited September 27, 2019 by Chemical Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freddie's Dead Posted September 27, 2019 Share Posted September 27, 2019 Solid B, but only because OP didn't allow B+ or A-. He's done a nice job, but didn't like the kneel down or some of the other clock management. If he cleans up the clock issues, he gets an A all the way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bills Oil Company Posted September 27, 2019 Share Posted September 27, 2019 Why does he get a grade now? Incomplete. Did you get a grade halfway through a test in school? 3-0 doesn't mean squat. Another dumb thread from people with too much time on their hands. We need Sunday to get here quick... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victory Formation Posted September 27, 2019 Share Posted September 27, 2019 1 hour ago, SlimShady'sGhost said: Whats this crap? Logic is not allowed here. It’s pretty scary when I’m the voice of logic here because I am completely insane. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrSarcasm Posted September 27, 2019 Share Posted September 27, 2019 Ah yes the elusive B+ is no where to be found. ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfan1959 Posted September 27, 2019 Share Posted September 27, 2019 11 hours ago, Bills Oil Company said: Why does he get a grade now? Incomplete. Did you get a grade halfway through a test in school? 3-0 doesn't mean squat. Another dumb thread from people with too much time on their hands. We need Sunday to get here quick... You must be a fun guy at parties.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted September 27, 2019 Share Posted September 27, 2019 4 minutes ago, billsfan1959 said: You must be a fun guy at parties.... Newbies!!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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