JMF2006 Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 7 hours ago, BuffaloBillies said: Never heard someone say a kicker is one of their favorite players, but who am I to judge. Sometimes inspiration comes in strange ways... if that does it for you, good for you... go do something great and recover your own onside kick to spark something. Where id Brianmoormanforjesus when you need him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloRebound Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 Those OJ clips were enthralling. Dude was big, at full speed on his first step, had the change of direction of a scatback and could out run everybody. There’s no way there’s more than 3-4 RB’s in history with his talent. Jim Brown, OJ, Barry Sanders. Probably in that order. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwight in philly Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 Jack Kemp TD pass to Charlie Ferguson in 1963 with 28 seconds left to win the game vs the Pats 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwhit34 Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 To me, best single play needs to be a great, meaningful play in a game that impacted positively for the Bills in a meaningful game. So there are some great plays like the Roland Hooks play, the Don Beebe chase down of Lett a whole bunch of OJ runs in losing seasons and maybe even the Terrell Owens 98 yard TD that you think about, I don't think they are the best single play in Bills history. I think all the ones that fit this criteria have been mentioned: 1. Mike Stratton hit - signature play in a championship game 2. Jim Kelly TD vs. Miami - A statement game for Kelly and that team 3. Ahmad Rashad TD on MNF - One of the best finishes of a MNF game and the start of the only playoff year for the Bills in the 70s 4. The OJ 88 yard run vs. Steelers - Went up against the best team in the era and staking a claim that they could hang with them (which didn't last) 5. The Bennett 77 second sequence - turned around that season and established Bennett as a top notch player The comeback game and 51-3 are tough to pick one iconic play. The comeback game had the onside kick, the Beebe TD where he was out of bounds, the 4th down TD to Reed, Odomes INT and the game winning FG. The play in the 51-3 AFC championship win that I think people talk most about isn't even a play - it's the basketball time out the Raiders took because they were gassed on defense. The one OJ run that I loved was vs. Philly where he reverses field and runs for a 75 or 80 yard TD. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chandler#81 Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 Easy. The ‘Hit heard ‘round the World’. Mike Stratton’s rib crushing smackdown on Keith Lincoln in the ‘64 Title Game. We were a huge home underdog. The Chargers took the Opening kickoff and easily raced down field to a 7-0 lead. We weren’t in their League. They were the defending Champs and had played in 3 Championships already. Then.. it happened. The rest, as they say, is History. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProcessTruster Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 13 hours ago, Beast said: The blocked FG by Nate Odomes and return for a TD by Bennett against the Broncos in 1990. The Bills were dead in the water if that chip shot was made and would drop to 2-2. That play launched the Super Bowl Bills, IMO. that is the one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CLTbills Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 11 hours ago, machine gun kelly said: I’m sure Hap, Chandler, Donuts, or someone can remember, but it was the December Fins game in Buffalo. RickyWilliams ran for Ithink 220 that day, and there was steady amount of snow in the first half. After halftime, it turned into a full on Blizzard, and only Bills fans Went nuts cheering the snow. So a pass gets thrown to Eric Moulds (one of my favorite Bills), and it was a really deep pass. It must have been Bledsoe. He catches it one handed and runs for a ton after the catch. The stadium went nuts and we won. There have been so many moments, and House brought up a funny one when Brady got tattooed. I was at that game. I was only maybe 11-12 years old. We went to a lot of games when I was WAY younger, but didn't go to games there for a while. That was the first game that got me really "into" the Bills. I still remember them playing "Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow" over the PA in the stadium. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ganesh Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 For 2020, the play that set the tone for the rest of the season was the goal line INT by White of Fitz. The Dolphins were knocking on the door and with a TD would have taken a 10+ point lead and put the game away. White's INT was turned around by a TD march by the offense and the Bills went on to win that game. That game also got them on a run culminating with the win at Pittsburgh on Sunday night which punched their ticket to the playoffs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CLTbills Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 11 hours ago, machine gun kelly said: I’m sure Hap, Chandler, Donuts, or someone can remember, but it was the December Fins game in Buffalo. RickyWilliams ran for Ithink 220 that day, and there was steady amount of snow in the first half. After halftime, it turned into a full on Blizzard, and only Bills fans Went nuts cheering the snow. So a pass gets thrown to Eric Moulds (one of my favorite Bills), and it was a really deep pass. It must have been Bledsoe. He catches it one handed and runs for a ton after the catch. The stadium went nuts and we won. There have been so many moments, and House brought up a funny one when Brady got tattooed. It should start right at that play.. but if not, 3:08:37. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vincec Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 8 hours ago, PonyBoy said: The video was just mesmerizing. It's off topic, but thanks for the upload! Grace, speed, power, moves. I was a young boy during this time and half the games were blacked out. Forgot how great he really was, crimes aside. Loved the humility of that era too when scoring a touchdown. Just flipped or handed ball to ref. The era of the running back may be over, but when you watch runs like this it really makes you miss it. No completion can hold a candle to a great run in terms of excitement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LewPort71 Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 The "Hit Heard round the World." changed the game and brought Buffalo its first championship. Don Beebe's run down of Leon Lett is a strong second imho 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neo Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 13 hours ago, Ethan in Portland said: 1. Kelly diving in the end-zone against Miami 2. Mike Stratton hitting Keith Lincoln 3. Norwood kicking FG in OT to beat the Jets and clinch the AFC East. I was there on the field with SI photographer 4. Sam Adams return for a TD The hit heard ‘round the world ... 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McBean Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 Dalton to Boyd. No doubt it's number 1. Took a 20 year dark cloud off this organization. I about cried. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
machine gun kelly Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 44 minutes ago, CLTbills said: It should start right at that play.. but if not, 3:08:37. CT, thanks for sharing from a guy a little older than you. What a nice memory from a 17 year period where there wasn’t a lot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Firebaugh Kid Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 34 minutes ago, McBean said: Dalton to Boyd. No doubt it's number 1. Took a 20 year dark cloud off this organization. I about cried. I'll remember that moment forever. I tend to agree...that play is the most significant in Bills history. So is wide right and Beebe chasing down Lett. Here's to making a new greatest moment 💪 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwight in philly Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 2 hours ago, Chandler#81 said: Easy. The ‘Hit heard ‘round the World’. Mike Stratton’s rib crushing smackdown on Keith Lincoln in the ‘64 Title Game. We were a huge home underdog. The Chargers took the Opening kickoff and easily raced down field to a 7-0 lead. We weren’t in their League. They were the defending Champs and had played in 3 Championships already. Then.. it happened. Certainly cant argue with that.. i would submit , upon reflection , that IS the ONE! The rest, as they say, is History. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 15 hours ago, Beast said: The blocked FG by Nate Odomes and return for a TD by Bennett against the Broncos in 1990. The Bills were dead in the water if that chip shot was made and would drop to 2-2. That play launched the Super Bowl Bills, IMO. that is mine. The single most defining moment in getting the Bills to a perennial super bowl team. 15 hours ago, BuffaloBillies said: CJ Spiller's run right for a 1 yard gain. you mean, the first play of every Bills game for 4 years? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Motorin' Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 You guys made me think a ton about this, and here's what it brought up for me - the best play in Bills history is yet to come! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Call_Of_Ktulu Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 I'm hoping Diggs has two of them this Sunday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigdaddyinOrlando Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 13 hours ago, GRHater69 said: The Roland Hooks play was a classic example of me giving up on a game too early. I got frustrated listening on the radio thinking they had the lost game and seriously damaged their playoff chances. Decided to go for a walk down Abbott Rd since I lived in Blasdell back then. All these cars were driving by after the game from stadium honking their horns and people yelling out the windows "Bills number 1!" I had no idea why until I got home and found out they pulled off a great comeback. That game wasn't a sellout so it wasn't on local TV if I remember correctly. That was my first Bills game ever! Was with my father and I think I was 10, I wanted to leave cuz we were loosing! Haha He said we aren’t leaving, I paid for the tickets and we are watching till the end!! Boy I tell ya what, I don’t ever leave a game early now, no matter the score or sport as you just never know!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles Romes Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 15 hours ago, mushypeaches said: Bruce Smith obliterating Boomer Esiason Could have won Super Bowl 23 if they let that devastating sack stand without calling face mask. One of Bruce’s best games ever the ‘88 AFC championship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebandit27 Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 Honestly I have to give it to the OP. I’ve been watching games for 35 years, and that play is the first time I leapt from my chair and screamed “THAT IS MY QUARTERBACK”. I’ve never seen that kind of effort, attitude, athleticism, and strength. It was the moment that most of America learned why Josh Allen has the ultimate respect of his teammates. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sammy Watkins' Rib Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 Don't know about current best ever but looking to the future it is hard to believe it won't eventually be some ridiculous thing Allen does to win a big game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
34-78-83 Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 I’m kinda partial to the Nate Odomes sideline strip and score vs the Raiders on MNF ( or was it SNF?) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSE Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 (edited) This weeks fumble by Russell Wilson followed by a 98 TD return run by Ed Oliver as time runs out . Edited November 7, 2020 by HOUSE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Turk Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 17 hours ago, HOUSE said: One of my personal favorites... If he did that in today's game he would have gotten flagged, thrown out of the game and probably suspended. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jauronimo Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 2 hours ago, thebandit27 said: Honestly I have to give it to the OP. I’ve been watching games for 35 years, and that play is the first time I leapt from my chair and screamed “THAT IS MY QUARTERBACK”. I’ve never seen that kind of effort, attitude, athleticism, and strength. It was the moment that most of America learned why Josh Allen has the ultimate respect of his teammates. I was standing in the living room at my now in laws house and they watched me lose my mind then go back to making gravy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweats Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 Back in the day, Nate Odomes had too many to count 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBBills Fan Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 19 hours ago, PonyBoy said: Jim Kelly's dive into end zone vs Miami 1989. It really began the era of consistently winning. My buddy and I traveled to that game in that end zone surrounded by the Buffalo Jill's cheerleaders who traveled to game to cheer from stands. One of the great plays and days of my life! 😀 mine as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldmanfan Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 I have already said for me it’s the Stratton hit. But I can give you a few more: 1. OJ’s run to break 2000 yards 2. Cribs run to win the 1980 season opener against the Fish, finally ending the streak 3. The Hail May to Hooks 4. Butch Byrd punt return in the 65 championship game 5. Reich’s last TD pass to Andre in the comeback game 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasons1992 Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 20 hours ago, mikemac2001 said: So many from the greatest comeback The onsides kick from this game. 19 hours ago, Captain Caveman said: https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x29cai0 Was 10 years old..........still remember. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasons1992 Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 18 hours ago, NoHuddleKelly12 said: For me it’s Kelly’s TD to Lofton in this same game, on a broken play where the snap was fumbled, Kelly’s helmet slips down obstructing his view, and the Raiders are about to sack him—instead this happens: Damn.....the stadium that day. 11 hours ago, BullBuchanan said: I've never jumped higher. 5 hours ago, McBean said: Dalton to Boyd. No doubt it's number 1. Took a 20 year dark cloud off this organization. I about cried. I'm tearing up just watching it again. Oh and go find us some linebackers please! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nuncha Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 (edited) 20 hours ago, stevestojan said: I’m sitting here with a IIPA, watching the full 2019 Thanksgiving game on YouTube (because I had to watch something other than the news). The Josh Allen run on 4th and 1 was incredible. So it made me think, what is, in your opinion, the greatest single play in Bills history? I’m guessing many will answer plays from the comeback game. Jim Kelly QB draw for a TD in Miami as the clock hit zero for the W. Nobody expected it. Greatest special teams play was the onside kick recovery in the comeback game against Houston. Edited November 7, 2020 by Azucho98 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djp14150 Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 20 hours ago, stevewin said: Funny - my favorite/most memorable play was the catch Hooks made before the TD. We were in the EZ behind the play - it's burned in my memory the view of Fergie letting it go down the middle of the field then...OMG Hooks flying through the air and hauling it in. OMG. I think it was the greatest sports play I have ever seen live. Just incredible. We we were seated same end zone, other corner. i had a small radio listening to van and herd the plays on the radio. I said #$&@ wejust won. 18 hours ago, Beast said: It was worse for me. I was in the parking lot of the stadium with my Dad. We left early only to hear the roar of the crowd....ran to our car to hear the aftermath. I was walking and had this lityke transitory radio fir am/fm thst I had on listing. So I heard van call the game. since I was forced to leave early. I stay till the end. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djp14150 Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 I went to the 1990 championship game agsainst the raiders. early 90s I shared season tickets with someone I knew. I had tix to 3 or 4 games depending on the schedule. 9 hours ago, ProcessTruster said: that is the one Thst was play one of the group i mentioned previously. you thrn had Lenora smith pick 6 thrn elway fumble starting around 1430 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Joshin' Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 22 hours ago, PonyBoy said: Jim Kelly's dive into end zone vs Miami 1989. It really began the era of consistently winning. My buddy and I traveled to that game in that end zone surrounded by the Buffalo Jill's cheerleaders who traveled to game to cheer from stands. One of the great plays and days of my life! 😀 Good thing I scrolled down to see this response. The comeback game and the Beebe/Lett fumble arte high among others but the Kelly TD is #1 in my book. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoHuddleKelly12 Posted November 8, 2020 Share Posted November 8, 2020 On 11/6/2020 at 6:06 PM, PonyBoy said: Jim Kelly's dive into end zone vs Miami 1989. It really began the era of consistently winning. My buddy and I traveled to that game in that end zone surrounded by the Buffalo Jill's cheerleaders who traveled to game to cheer from stands. One of the great plays and days of my life! 😀 The talking “action figure” collectible Kelly that I have currently sitting in my office at work has Kelly’s recorded voice recalling this very play—every so often I’ll blare it for the benefit of everyone else down the hall...just to keep it real ya know? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helpmenow Posted November 8, 2020 Share Posted November 8, 2020 OJ Simpson run is the best versus the Steelers. 88 yards to the house. You young folks kill me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stanley Lombardi Posted November 8, 2020 Share Posted November 8, 2020 Any off-tackle slant by OJ. You could see them 10 times per game. The rest of these are all one-hit wonders. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QLBillsFan Posted November 8, 2020 Share Posted November 8, 2020 Uncle Rico slinging the steak to Sammy ? Jim Kelly giving him the business? Ahmad Rashad catching last second past from Fergy to beat Raiders on MNF? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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