It's wonderful to be ignored by the NFL Media Machine!

[Tatonka68]

9 hours ago, The Red King said:

I noticed this.  Very little attention.  Even at 4-1, having only lost to the Pats by 6...the Bills just aren't seen as a sexy team, so little attention is paid to them.

The Patriots had an off game they say. Not the Bills dominated them. Anything the Bills due well is because the other team didn't perform well.

[JMF2006]

11 hours ago, Stallions said:

I love the Bills being ignored.  It’s our little secret about a great overall team and organization. A small TV market location and a team with a history of losing doesn’t grab big NFL headlines.

 

 

It seems that NFL game day announcers have a script for the Bills that includes looking for imperfections in Josh Allen’s play or the ‘big mistake’.   And, why do I keep hearing that the defense is playing well in a game while our rankings last year and currently tell a much larger story of excellence?

 

 

Let the Rams, Patriots, Chiefs and Cowboys get all the attention.  We don’t get the big ratings or deserve the glamour team status.  That’s fine with me. 

 

If we beat a team that's relevant or significant I am sure it will turn some heads.

 

So far they have beat 4 non playoff teams and had an almost but not quite against the SB winners.

 

Just keep winning and getting better boys.

Edited October 8, 2019 by JMF2006
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[TC in St. Louis]

I try not to look further down the road than the Miami game.  There are no automatic wins in this league any more.  Tampa crushed the Rams.  The Raiders beat the Bears.  The Colts shut down KC.  We need to be healthy and play well against Miami.  

 

Obviously (tipping hat to St. Doug), the Browns got a huge amount of off-season media focus.  Look what it's done for them.  It seems that every game they play is on national TV, and they are wildly inconsistent.  The pressure is getting to them.  

 

I know I sound like I'm trying to be a mature person here, but I really don't look past Miami.  Although I have already cleared a spot for the Thanksgiving game.  

[klos63]

9 hours ago, eball said:

 

They’re getting some “chatter” but even that is largely ill informed. Brady Quinn cited their record today but called them a team with “no depth” and then he and his partner Bruce Murray said they aren’t legit because there is “nobody to fear” on offense. When they talk about the defense they say things like “if it can hold up” which shows they have no idea what is going on. 
 

On the same channel Pat Kirwan did say “the Bills are for real” but even he dismisses any hope of winning the East, giving it to the Pats*** by default. 
 

It doesn’t bother me like it bothers some, but it is certainly true that if the Giants or Jets had the same situation they’d be the talk of the league. 

by default?  or because they are the best team in the league right now, defending champs with an amazing defense.

11 hours ago, Stallions said:

I love the Bills being ignored.  It’s our little secret about a great overall team and organization. A small TV market location and a team with a history of losing doesn’t grab big NFL headlines.

 

 

It seems that NFL game day announcers have a script for the Bills that includes looking for imperfections in Josh Allen’s play or the ‘big mistake’.   And, why do I keep hearing that the defense is playing well in a game while our rankings last year and currently tell a much larger story of excellence?

 

 

Let the Rams, Patriots, Chiefs and Cowboys get all the attention.  We don’t get the big ratings or deserve the glamour team status.  That’s fine with me. 

I just watch the games, I have no interest in reading/watching NFL news.  Games, injury reports, trades... things effecting the game. No  bother with anything else.

[dollars 2 donuts]

11 hours ago, atlbillsfan1975 said:

It’s already starting. Wait till the Bills win the next three at home. Then everyone will be on the hype train. 

 

 

And they will all be soooooo surprised, Atl.

 

Talking Heads:  "Whoa, where is this Bills team coming from?!  I love this team, man...still think they maybe don't make the playoffs...so many good offenses in the league, but if they do get in, LOVE IT...but they lose in the first round."

 

Us:  "umm, yeah, they improved at 9 out of 11 positions on offense in the off season (didn't some of you know that?  anyone?  Beuller?) and their young QB had some games under his belt and the Left Tackle recommitted himself to the game...sooo, they actually improved at 11 positions.   As far as for the rest of it please let us apologize now for committing the worst sin that you can commit in the NFL in 2019:  we are not a good fantasy team.  Again, we are sorry, we can't help but miss the days of 'you win with defense in this league' along with a competent offense, as opposed to today's 'the falcons are always going to be contenders with Julio and Ryan' as they sit at 1-4."

Edited October 8, 2019 by dollars 2 donuts

[bigK14094]

The NFL media folks are up on Baker, and down on Josh.  OK....just keep winning...and see how that line of bull succeeds.  ESPN is that way also.

[SlimShady'sSpaceForce]

 

Just another day in the Bills Neighborhood.  

 

I always loved the underdog role. 

[Buffalo Junction]

11 minutes ago, dollars 2 donuts said:

 

 

And they will all be soooooo surprised, Atl.

 

Talking Heads:  "Whoa, where is this Bills team coming from?!  I love this team, man...still think they maybe don't make the playoffs...so many good offenses in the league, but if they do get in, LOVE IT...but they lose in the first round."

 

Us:  "umm, yeah, they improved at 9 out of 11 positions on offense in the off season (didn't some of you know that?  anyone?  Beuller?) and their young QB had some games under his belt ad the Left Tackle recommitted himself to the game...sooo, they actually improved at 11 positions.   As far as for the rest of it please let us apologize now for committing the worst sin that you can commit in the NFL in 2019:  we are not a good fantasy team.  Again, we are sorry, we can't help but miss the days of 'you win with defense in this league' along with a competent offense, as opposed to today's 'the falcons are always going to be contenders with Julio and Ryan' as they sit at 1-4."

The fantasy aspect is likely a big contributing factor towards the lack of coverage. We simply don’t have any must draft players on offense. 

[SlimShady'sSpaceForce]

11 minutes ago, bigK14094 said:

The NFL media folks are up on Baker, and down on Josh.  OK....just keep winning...and see how that line of bull succeeds.  ESPN is that way also.

 

And Momo Sam and the QB's for NYG, AZ, BAL, IND and for a HOT second JAX

[CardinalScotts]

11 hours ago, ny33 said:

If the Bills win a playoff game or two, especially against KC or NE, they will be everyone’s “sleeper team” next year. 

likely if they beat New england and KC this year  in the playoffs they are going to the super bowl now

[cd1]

11 hours ago, Boatdrinks said:

Not enough hotel rooms to host a SB. Would not happen even if a new facility is built imo. 

 

Two words -> Cruise Ships!

 

 

Edited October 8, 2019 by cd1

[Gray Beard]

The Angry Run got some publicity for the Bills.  The Bills games don’t often fit the mold for highlight shows. Not a lot of big plays. More of a grind it out philosophy. Defense that bends but doesn’t break.  Not a lot of big hits or flashy interceptions. 

 

We’ve all seen the Bills get off to a good start to a season and then flop. Let’s see what happens over the next few games. And beating Miami won’t help.

[CardinalScotts]

4 hours ago, MikeSpeed said:

I love that we are 4-1, but we haven't beaten a team with a winning record yet. If we beat the Eagles (assuming we beat Miami) then they will take notice. Heck even my skeptical butt may finally admit we're good. ?

who has beat teams with a winning record ?

and if so what 1?

it's a stupid arguement Falcons beat the Eagles does that makes them good then? They have also given up 152 points but every talks about poor Miami.

[eball]

29 minutes ago, klos63 said:

by default?  or because they are the best team in the league right now, defending champs with an amazing defense.

 

 

Yes, by default, since they only have a one game lead over Buffalo at this point with 11 games left to play.  Past performance means nothing in 2019 and the division is still up for grabs.  The divisional race should be called as it is, not by "assuming" the Bills won't continue to play well and stay in contention.

[Bleeding Bills Blue]

11 hours ago, Stallions said:

I love the Bills being ignored.  It’s our little secret about a great overall team and organization. A small TV market location and a team with a history of losing doesn’t grab big NFL headlines.

 

 

It seems that NFL game day announcers have a script for the Bills that includes looking for imperfections in Josh Allen’s play or the ‘big mistake’.   And, why do I keep hearing that the defense is playing well in a game while our rankings last year and currently tell a much larger story of excellence?

 

 

Let the Rams, Patriots, Chiefs and Cowboys get all the attention.  We don’t get the big ratings or deserve the glamour team status.  That’s fine with me. 

 

yeah after patriots week and all that attention im glad we're in the background.  Thanksgiving will be the next time i think we're really in the thick of it.  

 

Also - didn't realize that they play in NE on sunday before the thanksgiving game.  I'm hoping for a letdown game.  Hopefully we can rattle Dak as he's been looking strong to start the year.  

Edited October 8, 2019 by dneveu

[Stank_Nasty]

7 minutes ago, dneveu said:

 

yeah after patriots week and all that attention im glad we're in the background.  Thanksgiving will be the next time i think we're really in the thick of it.  

 

Also - didn't realize that they play in NE on sunday before the thanksgiving game.  I'm hoping for a letdown game.  Hopefully we can rattle Dak as he's been looking strong to start the year.  

dak has looked pretty awful the last 2 weeks. also happen to be the only weeks they finally played solid defenses.

[LittleSammy]

11 hours ago, H2o said:

Buffalo is cold, dead, nothing to do there, no one wants to live there, FA go there to die, lost 4 SB, Music City Forward Lateral, 1 playoff appearance in 20 years, and the Pats have won many SB while dominating the division for years. The media narrative has been built up for about 20 years now.  'm, 'm all, especially now that we're building something legit. 

But we do have the Chicken Wing Hall of Fame! That should put us in the spotlight...

[atlbillsfan1975]

35 minutes ago, dollars 2 donuts said:

 

 

And they will all be soooooo surprised, Atl.

 

Talking Heads:  "Whoa, where is this Bills team coming from?!  I love this team, man...still think they maybe don't make the playoffs...so many good offenses in the league, but if they do get in, LOVE IT...but they lose in the first round."

 

Us:  "umm, yeah, they improved at 9 out of 11 positions on offense in the off season (didn't some of you know that?  anyone?  Beuller?) and their young QB had some games under his belt ad the Left Tackle recommitted himself to the game...sooo, they actually improved at 11 positions.   As far as for the rest of it please let us apologize now for committing the worst sin that you can commit in the NFL in 2019:  we are not a good fantasy team.  Again, we are sorry, we can't help but miss the days of 'you win with defense in this league' along with a competent offense, as opposed to today's 'the falcons are always going to be contenders with Julio and Ryan' as they sit at 1-4."

? I have Julio and Ryan on my fantasy team, Julio isn’t doing much for me. 

Yep, Bills made solid moves not splashy ones. Beane and McDermott are trying to build a team we as fans can be proud of for a long time. 

If this team can finish with 10+ wins and make the playoffs and maybe win one game I think Buffalo will be an even more attractive place for players. The best thing about the hype is it will draw attention to the fans and community. National attention will show that Buffalo has the best fans of any NFL team. I really believe things like that and the facilities the Pegulas have built go a long way when the money is pretty close. 

Future is looking bright right now. Pretty good to be a Bills fan.

[Bleeding Bills Blue]

1 minute ago, Stank_Nasty said:

dak has looked pretty awful the last 2 weeks. also happen to be the only weeks they finally played solid defenses.

 

I mean - one of his INTs last week was a dime to cooper that he just booted up in the air.  Their run game has also not been as consistent, and with Tyron Smith out they were having all sorts of problems on the left side of the line.  The left side guard is the weak link already, a backup left tackle vs an all-pro left tackle is a huge drop off.  Collins went out in that game too so pass protection will be an issue unless those guys are healthy.

2 minutes ago, atlbillsfan1975 said:

? I have Julio and Ryan on my fantasy team, Julio isn’t doing much for me. 

Yep, Bills made solid moves not splashy ones. Beane and McDermott are trying to build a team we as fans can be proud of for a long time. 

If this team can finish with 10+ wins and make the playoffs and maybe win one game I think Buffalo will be an even more attractive place for players. The best thing about the hype is it will draw attention to the fans and community. National attention will show that Buffalo has the best fans of any NFL team. I really believe things like that and the facilities the Pegulas have built go a long way when the money is pretty close. 

Future is looking bright right now. Pretty good to be a Bills fan.

 

Looks like smart GMs are trying to build strong offensive lines right now - there's just only so many quality guys in the league at those spots.  Look how much money Saffold got and he got ripped up in that game. dallas GB Indy NO - even pittsburgh and Carolina.  It's not all about pass pro too, teams seem to genuinely want to run the ball - and good linemen allow you to do that.

[Buffalo Junction]

13 minutes ago, dneveu said:

 

yeah after patriots week and all that attention im glad we're in the background.  Thanksgiving will be the next time i think we're really in the thick of it.  

 

Also - didn't realize that they play in NE on sunday before the thanksgiving game.  I'm hoping for a letdown game.  Hopefully we can rattle Dak as he's been looking strong to start the year.  

I think there will be a bunch of talk and clamor over the Browns game. Dallas is the big show though, and it’ll be really hyped if we beat the Eagles. 

 

As far as the Allen narrative is concerned... If he outplays Mayfield and Jackson in head to head matchups, and we beat Dallas in front of the country he will get recognition. The whole team will. 

 

Sad reality is this team could manage 13-3 and still lose the AFC East. 

[Stank_Nasty]

2 minutes ago, dneveu said:

 

I mean - one of his INTs last week was a dime to cooper that he just booted up in the air.  Their run game has also not been as consistent, and with Tyron Smith out they were having all sorts of problems on the left side of the line.  The left side guard is the weak link already, a backup left tackle vs an all-pro left tackle is a huge drop off.  Collins went out in that game too so pass protection will be an issue unless those guys are healthy.

ok so there were 2 more int's in that game... I actually think dak is a solid qb. he's just not nearly as good as the first 3 weeks hinted towards. isn't that pretty obvious now? the last 2 weeks against better defenses he goes for 2 td and 4int.

 

btw, neither one of those defenses are nearly as good as buffalo. i'll expect us to go into that game as underdogs but it wont be because of how awesome Prescott had been all year. he's gonna even out reallll quick.... already has.

[Bleeding Bills Blue]

Just now, Stank_Nasty said:

ok so there were 2 more int's in that game... I actually think dak is a solid qb. he's just not nearly as good as the first 3 weeks hinted towards. isn't that pretty obvious now? the last 2 weeks against better defenses he goes for 2 td and 4int.

 

btw, neither one of those defenses are nearly as good as buffalo. i'll expect us to go into that game as underdogs but it wont be because of how awesome Prescott had been all year. he's gonna even out reallll quick.... already has.

 

Oh i agree - but they are on TV every week and my buddy is a cowboys fan so i watch them.  From the eye test - he's looked outstanding this year.  Year 1 Dak was a lot like mariota or tyrod.  Some of his games were great, but teams started sitting on the hitches and he took too long to get the ball out.  Their offense now has a lot more movement and he has a better understanding of whats going on.  He had a bad game there, but there were still a lot of throws that were russell wilson like.  

[ndirish1978]

6 hours ago, LSHMEAB said:

The 90 points through four games is naturally going to get a team dismissed. Offense is sexy and the Bills are not scoring alot of points. They've scored less than just about all other teams, but they've allowed just 70; might be best in the league, but I'm not sure.

 

A franchise like the Bills really needs to win significantly or have a QB playing spectacularly to gain national attention.

 

I have very little interest in what the national media covers or doesn't cover. I want to see the Bills win ALOT of games. If that happens, they'll have no choice but to tune in.

 

90 pts is 27th in the league and the 70 its against is 3rd

[row_33]

12 hours ago, ny33 said:

If the Bills win a playoff game or two, especially against KC or NE, they will be everyone’s “sleeper team” next year. 

 

yes, beating the Pats and Chiefs in the playoffs would get national exposure

 

 

[C.Biscuit97]

I guess I’m a weirdo but I never really care what they say one way or other.  I know when the Bills are good and when they aren’t.  Success is a product of your expectations.  We have a great D and will be in every game.  I think our offense needs to become more consistent to be a top team.  If we continue stacking Ws, we will get plenty of attention.  But given how many fast starts and flameouts we have, can you believe non Bills fans for not believing in us? 

[RememberTheRockpile]

 

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Edited October 8, 2019 by RememberTheRockpile

[ndirish1978]

3 minutes ago, RememberTheRockpile said:

 

90 pts is 26th tied with Denver and 70 is 2nd.

 Bear have 69, NE have 34, we're 3rd

[Buffalo Boy]

    There are only three teams on our remaining schedule that will get us respect: Philly, Dallas and NE.

    Even if we start steamrolling the other teams it will take victories over Philly and Dallas to get us real recognition.

    I’m with you though, I love the underdog roll.

[RememberTheRockpile]

8 minutes ago, ndirish1978 said:

 Bear have 69, NE have 34, we're 3rd

My mess up. For some reason the stats got set for AFC. Either way the Bears have not given up any points on offense or special teams where the Bills have. As for the team the Bills are 3rd but just for the defense they would be second. 

[ndirish1978]

1 minute ago, RememberTheRockpile said:

My mess up. For some reason the stats got set for AFC. Either way the Bears have not given up any points on offense or special teams where the Bills have. As for the team the Bills are 3rd but just for the defense they would be second. 

 

I messed up the offense because Dolphins had a bye, no worries 

[dollars 2 donuts]

1 hour ago, atlbillsfan1975 said:

? I have Julio and Ryan on my fantasy team, Julio isn’t doing much for me. 

Yep, Bills made solid moves not splashy ones. Beane and McDermott are trying to build a team we as fans can be proud of for a long time. 

If this team can finish with 10+ wins and make the playoffs and maybe win one game I think Buffalo will be an even more attractive place for players. The best thing about the hype is it will draw attention to the fans and community. National attention will show that Buffalo has the best fans of any NFL team. I really believe things like that and the facilities the Pegulas have built go a long way when the money is pretty close. 

Future is looking bright right now. Pretty good to be a Bills fan.

 

 

Talking Heads:  "I mean I honestly just don't get the Bills...For crying out loud, their winning and yet they didn't even sign Antonio Brown, LeVeon Bell or Odell Beckham Jr.?!

 

Us:  "Please go do something else for a living."

[klos63]

2 hours ago, eball said:

 

Yes, by default, since they only have a one game lead over Buffalo at this point with 11 games left to play.  Past performance means nothing in 2019 and the division is still up for grabs.  The divisional race should be called as it is, not by "assuming" the Bills won't continue to play well and stay in contention.

I agree that past performances doesn't effect the 2019 standings, but it certainly effects people's assessment of the teams. You don't think BB and Brady's success should be taken into account when making predictions on the season?

And who really cares what other people think?

2 hours ago, dneveu said:

 

yeah after patriots week and all that attention im glad we're in the background.  Thanksgiving will be the next time i think we're really in the thick of it.  

 

Also - didn't realize that they play in NE on sunday before the thanksgiving game.  I'm hoping for a letdown game.  Hopefully we can rattle Dak as he's been looking strong to start the year.  

Already pretty fired up for that game. The defense will be rocking for sure.

[MikeSpeed]

2 hours ago, CardinalScotts said:

who has beat teams with a winning record ?

and if so what 1?

it's a stupid arguement Falcons beat the Eagles does that makes them good then? They have also given up 152 points but every talks about poor Miami.

How about the obvious... the Paties beat us. We had a winning record. My point is we have not beaten a quality opponent as of yet, and the Eagles, in MY opinion, are the best team we will have played against next to the Paties. We beat them and the media will notice.

[Ramza86]

Fine with me. 

 

We are the worst offensively of the group though. Makes sense.

 

 

Edited October 8, 2019 by Ramza86

[billsfan_34]

14 hours ago, Boatdrinks said:

Not enough hotel rooms to host a SB. Would not happen even if a new facility is built imo. 

Or not enough things to do in the winter for most people. Look at Minnesota, people hung out in a freakin mall for a week. Yeah um no thanks. Put the games where the weather is nice- Tampa, Miami, New Orleans, Los Angelas, Vegas, Phoenix, Houston, and Dallas. 

Edited October 8, 2019 by billsfan_34

[Ed_Formerly_of_Roch]

14 hours ago, Boatdrinks said:

Not enough hotel rooms to host a SB. Would not happen even if a new facility is built imo. 

 

I do think they may give them other smaller more often rewards in it's place, like the draft. If it were domed, maybe the combine?