Billsfan1972 Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 5 minutes ago, Pokebball said: I think McD starts the game with the first team. The strategy would be to build as much of a lead as possible, while monitoring the Steelers game. Towards a plan of sitting the starters in the second half. I really think leadership wants a second home game, even if fans won't be allowed. We'll see. Look at last year's week 17. No reason it is different this year. He'd be crazy to change anything. Once Cleveland is up 14-0 in the first he sits them all...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pokebball Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 3 minutes ago, DolFAN93 said: Huh? Miami was down 30-10 at the end of the 3rd. Tua lead the offense to 17 points, passing and rushing TD, in the fourth quarter. The game I watched, I'd conclude it was the Miami defense that held the Chiefs vaunted offense to 3 pts in the 4th quarter. I think Miami returned a punt for a TD in the 4th. I I recall the Chiefs turned it over twice in the 4th. Are we talking about the same game here? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevewin Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 55 minutes ago, YoloinOhio said: Decisions, decisions Would think One Buffalo would be better coordinated with their Zoom calls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pokebball Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 3 minutes ago, Billsfan1972 said: Look at last year's week 17. No reason it is different this year. He'd be crazy to change anything. Once Cleveland is up 14-0 in the first he sits them all...... Yeah, I think we might be saying the same thing here. Your assumption being the Browns go up 14-0 connects those dots. But what if the Steelers go up 14-0. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Wiz Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 5 minutes ago, Billsfan1972 said: Look at last year's week 17. No reason it is different this year. He'd be crazy to change anything. Once Cleveland is up 14-0 in the first he sits them all...... Bojo has been designated as the scoreboard watcher for the game since he doesn't play anyways. 1 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevewin Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 10 minutes ago, Pokebball said: I think McD starts the game with the first team. The strategy would be to build as much of a lead as possible, while monitoring the Steelers game. Towards a plan of sitting the starters in the second half. I really think leadership wants a second home game, even if fans won't be allowed. We'll see. I agree - they have the additional luxury of monitoring the Pitt game and making decisions accordingly. I also think people are not factoring enough the 2nd seed enabling the possibility of hosting the AFCCG if Chiefs stumble - esp with all the close games they had this last part of the season. They are beatable by more than one team. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wjag Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 6 minutes ago, The Wiz said: Bojo has been designated as the scoreboard watcher for the game since he doesn't play anyways. I was watching someone (can't remember where or when) breakdown the fake punt play. Bojo didn't even sell the play himself. He just stood there. So either he didn't know it was about to happen or he needs NFL acting lessons 🙂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevewin Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 1 minute ago, wjag said: I was watching someone (can't remember where or when) breakdown the fake punt play. Bojo didn't even sell the play himself. He just stood there. So either he didn't know it was about to happen or he needs NFL acting lessons 🙂 I haven't seen anywhere - has it been confirmed where the call to run the fake came from - was it predetermined based on how the Cheaters lined up, a call by player on the field etc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Wiz Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 3 minutes ago, wjag said: I was watching someone (can't remember where or when) breakdown the fake punt play. Bojo didn't even sell the play himself. He just stood there. So either he didn't know it was about to happen or he needs NFL acting lessons 🙂 I posted in virgil's "a few thoughts about the game" thread saying that I haven't seen someone sell a fake like that since Jay Cutler in the wildcat formation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott7975 Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 1 hour ago, Billsfan1972 said: Exactly what they did last year. I think Allen got in two series, which is probably what I expect this week. This is what I expect and would do as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chandler#81 Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 21 minutes ago, stevewin said: Would think One Buffalo would be better coordinated with their Zoom calls Sabres know they’re irrelevant. Only way they’ll get viewers is to butt in on Bills pressers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lazy Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 21 minutes ago, stevewin said: I agree - they have the additional luxury of monitoring the Pitt game and making decisions accordingly. I also think people are not factoring enough the 2nd seed enabling the possibility of hosting the AFCCG if Chiefs stumble - esp with all the close games they had this last part of the season. They are beatable by more than one team. This is what I was thinking also. If someone beats the Chiefs and we get 2nd, the AFC goes through Buffalo. The way these teams are evenly matched anything is possible. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adamb412 Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 2 minutes ago, Lazy said: This is what I was thinking also. If someone beats the Chiefs and we get 2nd, the AFC goes through Buffalo. The way these teams are evenly matched anything is possible. What are the chances the chiefs stumble? They only have 1 chance to "stumble" and vs who?? Ravens? Who they smacked this year? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColoradoBills Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 10 hours ago, BobBelcher said: So, am I correct that losing to Miami would eliminate any possibility of getting them in the WC round? If so, we need to win this game!! Yes a loss to Miami guarantees them the 5th seed which means they would play the AFCS Division Winner (Titans/Colts). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adamb412 Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 1 minute ago, ColoradoBills said: Yes a loss to Miami guarantees them the 5th seed which means they would play the AFCS Division Winner (Titans/Colts). Why are you so afraid of the colts and titans??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steptide Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 The fan in me wants to see starters this week and see what they do against the phins defense. The realist in me knows they should put the starters on the bench to avoid injury and rest before the playoffs. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Comebackkid Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 I never realized that in Fitz's 16 years he's never been to the playoffs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penfield45 Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 Man some Bills fans really need to ease it on the Tua hate kid is coming off a major injury and had no pre season. Yea he doesn’t look as good as The other rookie QB’s but neither did Allen. Miami are well run just like us and will surround him with talent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Wiz Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave mcbride Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 2 minutes ago, The Wiz said: Makes me wonder if Beasley is more hurt than they’re letting on. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Wiz Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 Just now, dave mcbride said: Makes me wonder if Beasley is more hurt than they’re letting on. Well week-to-week with the Bills normally means just that and I'm sure they want him 100%. May be back for the division round hopefully. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Comebackkid Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 (edited) 3 minutes ago, dave mcbride said: Makes me wonder if Beasley is more hurt than they’re letting on. I don't know yeah, but one thing about beane and McDermott is they are very cautious about covering their backs just in case Edited December 30, 2020 by Comebackkid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dont Stop Billeiving Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 @DolFAN93 as a few others have said, opposing fans who can provide some reasonable analysis are always welcome here. You guys have had a pretty nice season so far, Gesicki is a stud and that defense is a tough match up. Hopefully the Bills and Dolphins revive the old rivalry and are the main teams fighting for the division again with the Pats going back to the basement where they truly belong, we can only dream. As for all the Tua discussion, I think the jury is out on him and he has some strengths and weaknesses like any rookie. The game is moving a bit fast for him at the moment understandably and I don't know if Gailey has trusted him with the entire playbook yet, but he throws an accurate ball, shows some decent mobility and awareness in the pocket, and I like his intangibles (leadership and work ethic). His injury history is concerning so we'll see how that goes. Regarding the arm strength argument, we're used to seeing Josh Allen throw the ball around here who has an absolute howitzer for a right arm so it's tough not to notice the difference when other QBs throw sometimes. I think Tua's arm strength is about average, but Gailey's offense doesn't push the ball downfield too much so he doesn't get to throw many deep balls anyways. In summary, if he hadn't played for Alabama and now our division rivals, Tua is probably a guy I'd find easy enough to root for in the league and he deserves some time (and more skilled players around him) to develop like most rookies. Here's to hoping that both teams stay healthy on Sunday and that we will meet again in the playoffs (anyone but the Ravens and Titans)! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Behindenemylines Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 3 minutes ago, dave mcbride said: Makes me wonder if Beasley is more hurt than they’re letting on. That’s just what I was thinking too. Hope I’m just paranoid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevewin Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 (edited) 1 hour ago, Adamb412 said: What are the chances the chiefs stumble? They only have 1 chance to "stumble" and vs who?? Ravens? Who they smacked this year? The Chiefs have won their last 7 games by 6 or fewer points - the only such streak in NFL history. They would have lost to the Falcons last week if a sure interception late in the game by Mahomes wasn't dropped. Mahomes has the NFL record for most dropped ints this year which would have turned some of those other games. Everyone knows that Balt is a completely diff team at this point of the season - considered by many to be one of scariest teams entering the playoffs. It's wrong to think there is no possibility for the Chiefs to lose their first game. Edited December 30, 2020 by stevewin 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Duffy Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 (edited) 31 minutes ago, Behindenemylines said: That’s just what I was thinking too. Hope I’m just paranoid I think it's obvious (to me anyways) that Beasley sits out the Fins game. And they may just be bringing in and extra WR just for that game, also there's a spot on the PS if I'm not mistaken. In any event I fully expect Beasley to play 1st game of playoffs. Edited December 30, 2020 by Patrick_Duffy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Brown Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 Just play your starters starting in the 2nd half if the Browns game is in doubt. Worth it to avoid the Ravens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 19 hours ago, BillsFan130 said: Dolphins have a good football team. Only thing holding them back right now is Tua. If he progresses next year, they are going to be a threat to the bills for many years. (I am not saying they will be better than the bills) I'm not sure he's the only thing holding them back, but they have a stout D with an excellent secondary and they're a well-coached team with Flores. Adding some offensive talent will make them very dangerous. Interesting assessment of Tua from a DPT on Twitter: In other parts of his twitter thread, he compares film at 'Bama and at Miami pointing out that Tua's throwing motion seems to have changed from using his right leg, hip, torso, and arm to throwing only with his torso and arm. Now this can be a residual of "bad habits" picked up during rehab...and it's possible that a year where he can work offseason, he could get his throwing motion mapped and work to get it back in sync and get back on track. I think he seems like a good kid and you hate to have a promising player get derailed by a gruesome injury, so when he's not playing the Bills I'm pulling for him. But I'd much rather face Tua than Fitz at this point. Our defense can screw with most young QB's minds, but Fitzy typically has our Kryptonite tucked in his trous (until we pick him) 1 hour ago, The Wiz said: I posted in virgil's "a few thoughts about the game" thread saying that I haven't seen someone sell a fake like that since Jay Cutler in the wildcat formation. I think by the time any "sales job" by Bojo would have helped, the ball was already enroute to Neal and everything else was candy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Wiz Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 3 minutes ago, Hapless Bills Fan said: I think by the time any "sales job" by Bojo would have helped, the ball was already enroute to Neal and everything else was candy I agree. But he didn't move until the play was over which I thought was funny. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penfield45 Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 John brown worries me feel like he isn’t close to being 100% yet and the fact they might sign Stills is a troubling sign considering we don’t make moves like that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warcodered Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 Just now, Penfield45 said: John brown worries me feel like he isn’t close to being 100% yet and the fact they might sign Stills is a troubling sign considering we don’t make moves like that He was going to play against the Pats if it wasn't for the Covid adjacent IR. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Punching Bag Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 21 hours ago, MAJBobby said: Former Giants QB. Been on our PS since week 2 I think. Selfishly I would LOVE a Davis Webb led Bills to knock out the Fish in the playoffs. Earlier. He also helped organize Florida Offense Summer Practice including being extra arm and I heard also catching balls. Many players have complemented him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted December 30, 2020 Author Share Posted December 30, 2020 I heard a national analyst today (Nate Davis from USA Today) say that Allen has been looking good against bad teams. he didn’t do his research. 3 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punching Bag Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 10 minutes ago, Warcodered said: He was going to play against the Pats if it wasn't for the Covid adjacent IR. Don't confuse him with facts. When you do that he creates RANT LAMP posts about firings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan619 Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 2 minutes ago, YoloinOhio said: I heard a national analyst today (Nate Davis from USA Today) say that Allen has been looking good against bad teams. he didn’t do his research. Wow! Thanks for sharing, Yolo. It’s so encouraging to see how good he is against good competition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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The Wiz Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 7 minutes ago, YoloinOhio said: I heard a national analyst today (Nate Davis from USA Today) say that Allen has been looking good against bad teams. he didn’t do his research. For good reason, Allen has made these teams look bad by beating their ***. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warcodered Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 Just now, YoloinOhio said: Does he know it doesn't actually look like this? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBBills Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 17 minutes ago, Warcodered said: Does he know it doesn't actually look like this? Well I know one color you can recreate... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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