Popular Post HappyDays Posted November 4, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted November 4, 2020 (edited) This is a great read: https://buffalonews.com/sports/bills/jim-kubiak-how-bills-qb-josh-allen-figured-out-patriots-amoeba-defense/article_1bb4c490-1d5d-11eb-ac9a-3f927b40a7e6.html I recommend reading his entire breakdown if you have the time. It includes some all-22 footage. His conclusions: Quote Allen played with patience, command and the intelligence of a veteran quarterback who knows how to win. He completed 11 of 18 attempts (61.1%) for 154 yards with one interception and one rushing touchdown. The beauty of his performance, though, was not necessarily seen in what he “did,” but rather in the mistakes he did not make and the blunders he cagily avoided. Allen played as close to a perfect game as he could have, achieving a 100% performance grade in the first, third and fourth quarters. Don’t be fooled by the lower totals among Allen’s passing statistics. His effort and near-flawless execution was a testament to how much he has developed his operational skills from previous Patriots performances. Quote The difference in Allen in this Patriots game was his reactions to pressure and his ability to handle surprises. Allen was consistently disciplined and methodical with his progressions. He stayed within the system and he stayed in the pocket, decisively delivering accurate throws under defensive pressure. Belichick and the New England defense did all they could to rattle Allen with amoeba-like defensive alignments, stunts and blitzes. In the end, Allen remained calm in the midst of the uncertainties and did not give the Patriots what they were hoping for, game-changing turnovers. Allen’s execution and poise put the Bills in position to win the game by first not losing it. Seems like Belichick did everything he could to confuse Allen and Allen didn't take the bait. Really good signs of progress here. Edited November 4, 2020 by HappyDays 41 2 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Duffy Posted November 4, 2020 Share Posted November 4, 2020 Yeah seemed like the Pats D wasn't in 3 pt stances very much. They were all standing around the LOS trying to confuse him. The 1 INT was just he and Diggs not being on the same page. Not big numbers from Allen but I thought he did pretty solid. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Over 29 years of fanhood Posted November 4, 2020 Share Posted November 4, 2020 Our QB is all growd up!!!!! Watch out league 5 7 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kwai San Posted November 4, 2020 Share Posted November 4, 2020 As much as the Allen haters do not want to admit.....the lights are coming on - he is FINALLY taking what is given to him..... Go BILLS!!! 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SydneyBillsFan Posted November 4, 2020 Share Posted November 4, 2020 His worst game is on par with what Tyrods standard game used to be - that is a big win! 6 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coach Tuesday Posted November 4, 2020 Share Posted November 4, 2020 I thought it was one of Allen’s best games despite the modest stat line. His vision, decision-making and understanding which plays to check into and out of continue to improve. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBuff423 Posted November 4, 2020 Share Posted November 4, 2020 (edited) What also should be said is that Daboll said at some point after the game that they practiced just TWO - 2! - pass plays all week!! So, basically went in with no passing work leading up to the Patriots game and if it weren't for Diggs (his admission, not my inference to the fact) breaking toward the sideline as opposed to toward the hash, Allen likely doesn't have a turnover in that game. Meaning, he played within the designed game plan, managed passing in certain places without trying to play hero ball. Add in the ghost penalty that negated Gabriel Davis' TD and you have a tight, and modest game that was won exactly how the Bills designed it. That ladies and gentlemen, is the key for Josh. He can snipe it from 40 yards out, scramble for 1st downs and TDs and make all the throws, but it's when he's asked to "manage" the game, take what the Defense gives him and NOT rely on his talent alone that has been his undoing. So to see him play within the designed plan and scheme and control the outcome of the Offense by NOT making the mistakes - real growth as others have said and the article points out. Love to see it! EDIT: As someone pointed out, for inexcusable reasons I mixed up the Gabriel Davis ghost penalty resulting in taking a TD off the board (Jets game) with his drop of the pass in the end zone against the Pats*; my mistake and appreciate the correction from fellow board mates. Edited November 4, 2020 by BigBuff423 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALLEN1QB Posted November 4, 2020 Share Posted November 4, 2020 (edited) 2 hours ago, SydneyBillsFan said: His worst game is on par with what Tyrods standard game used to be - that is a big win! Is it me or does Tyrod Taylor seem like so long ago. Edited November 4, 2020 by ALLEN1QB 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coach Tuesday Posted November 4, 2020 Share Posted November 4, 2020 15 minutes ago, BigBuff423 said: What also should be said is that Daboll said at some point after the game that they practiced just TWO - 2! - pass plays all week!! So, basically went in with no passing work leading up to the Patriots game and if it weren't for Diggs (his admission, not my inference to the fact) breaking toward the sideline as opposed to toward the hash, Allen likely doesn't have a turnover in that game. Meaning, he played within the designed game plan, managed passing in certain places without trying to play hero ball. Add in the ghost penalty that negated Gabriel Davis' TD and you have a tight, and modest game that was won exactly how the Bills designed it. That ladies and gentlemen, is the key for Josh. He can snipe it from 40 yards out, scramble for 1st downs and TDs and make all the throws, but it's when he asked to "manage" the game, take what the Defense gives him and NOT rely on his talent alone that has been his undoing. So to see him play within the designed plan and scheme and control the outcome of the Offense by NOT making the mistakes - real growth as others have said and the article points out. Love to see it! Am I having a brain malfunction or wasn’t the Davis non-TD the previous game?? 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philo Posted November 4, 2020 Share Posted November 4, 2020 3 minutes ago, Coach Tuesday said: Am I having a brain malfunction or wasn’t the Davis non-TD the previous game?? You are correct, that was the NYJ game. The Davis dropped TD was NE though. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Call_Of_Ktulu Posted November 4, 2020 Share Posted November 4, 2020 18 minutes ago, BigBuff423 said: What also should be said is that Daboll said at some point after the game that they practiced just TWO - 2! - pass plays all week!! So, basically went in with no passing work leading up to the Patriots game and if it weren't for Diggs (his admission, not my inference to the fact) breaking toward the sideline as opposed to toward the hash, Allen likely doesn't have a turnover in that game. Meaning, he played within the designed game plan, managed passing in certain places without trying to play hero ball. Add in the ghost penalty that negated Gabriel Davis' TD and you have a tight, and modest game that was won exactly how the Bills designed it. That ladies and gentlemen, is the key for Josh. He can snipe it from 40 yards out, scramble for 1st downs and TDs and make all the throws, but it's when he asked to "manage" the game, take what the Defense gives him and NOT rely on his talent alone that has been his undoing. So to see him play within the designed plan and scheme and control the outcome of the Offense by NOT making the mistakes - real growth as others have said and the article points out. Love to see it! It still feels like every Patriots game has 1 or 2 ghost penalties that negate a TD. Its what makes the Patriots game so enjoyable. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Firebaugh Kid Posted November 4, 2020 Share Posted November 4, 2020 Other than that 1 miscommunication he played extremely well. The numbers weren't there simply because the running game was so effective. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jpsredemption Posted November 4, 2020 Share Posted November 4, 2020 All 11 completions. Wow. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyDays Posted November 4, 2020 Author Share Posted November 4, 2020 11 minutes ago, Jpsredemption said: All 11 completions. Wow. Did you read the article? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBuff423 Posted November 4, 2020 Share Posted November 4, 2020 44 minutes ago, Coach Tuesday said: Am I having a brain malfunction or wasn’t the Davis non-TD the previous game?? 40 minutes ago, Philo said: You are correct, that was the NYJ game. The Davis dropped TD was NE though. You are correct, I'm sorry....that is true and no real justification for screwing that up....an unfortunate consistency of Davis being on the crap end of the stick, but definitely all on me for mixing those two up. Thank you both for correcting it - the point stands, but thank you for the clarification. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted November 4, 2020 Share Posted November 4, 2020 (edited) But Thad said it was his worst game of the year Edited November 4, 2020 by YoloinOhio Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bleeding Bills Blue Posted November 4, 2020 Share Posted November 4, 2020 7 hours ago, Patrick_Duffy said: Yeah seemed like the Pats D wasn't in 3 pt stances very much. They were all standing around the LOS trying to confuse him. The 1 INT was just he and Diggs not being on the same page. Not big numbers from Allen but I thought he did pretty solid. If diggs turns to his left instead of his right its a 1st down completion. 44 minutes ago, The Firebaugh Kid said: Other than that 1 miscommunication he played extremely well. The numbers weren't there simply because the running game was so effective. And it seemed like he justifiably checked to runs on 1st and 2nd downs when they had numbers in alignment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted November 4, 2020 Share Posted November 4, 2020 8 hours ago, HappyDays said: This is a great read: https://buffalonews.com/sports/bills/jim-kubiak-how-bills-qb-josh-allen-figured-out-patriots-amoeba-defense/article_1bb4c490-1d5d-11eb-ac9a-3f927b40a7e6.html I recommend reading his entire breakdown if you have the time. It includes some all-22 footage. His conclusions: Seems like Belichick did everything he could to confuse Allen and Allen didn't take the bait. Really good signs of progress here. Agree on the great read. Kubiak is one of my go-to reads each week. IMO, though, we should not under-rate the progress shown by Daboll. Unlike the Eagles game, where Daboll sent Allen out to win a game with a pass-heavy game plan in nasty weather conditions, this week they came out with a good game plan for the nasty weather and well-designed plays for the run, and the team executed. Unlike previous Pats games where Daboll expected Allen to decode the Patriots nasty confusing pass defense and carry the team, this week Daboll said " 'lil Buddy, this week it's not all on you." And unlike some previous games, Allen came out prepared to follow the plan from the start and "do what it takes", which is also a coaching thing. If interested in a breakdown of some of the run plays, Eric Wood does some on "Chopping Wood": https://www.buffalobills.com/video/chopping-wood-bills-defense-grounds-the-jets Erik Turner says he won't be able to break down all-22 of Allen this week but does a nice overview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kwd6uHO8Hmc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnNord Posted November 4, 2020 Share Posted November 4, 2020 8 hours ago, HappyDays said: This is a great read: https://buffalonews.com/sports/bills/jim-kubiak-how-bills-qb-josh-allen-figured-out-patriots-amoeba-defense/article_1bb4c490-1d5d-11eb-ac9a-3f927b40a7e6.html I recommend reading his entire breakdown if you have the time. It includes some all-22 footage. His conclusions: Seems like Belichick did everything he could to confuse Allen and Allen didn't take the bait. Really good signs of progress here. Paywall.... can’t read 16 minutes ago, YoloinOhio said: But Thad said it was his worst game of the year Fad Brown has no clue what he’s talking about Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo Junction Posted November 4, 2020 Share Posted November 4, 2020 17 minutes ago, YoloinOhio said: But Thad said it was his worst game of the year Never trust the opinion of a man named Thad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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