Billsfan1972 Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 Been so long since the Bills controlled games start to finish. The first three years with McD, yes some convincing wins, but more often then not, one score games. Early this year much the same thing, and that was a concern. Now however I can't help but think about the 2019 Ravens (and yes much can be blamed on Lamar not being tested) & that we are cruising like they were last year and wondering how we'll do in a close game. Yes I know Josh & his fourth quarter stats...... Again a Bye would have been great (and yes sometimes that certainly affects the team), but last year we saw exactly how the Ravens reacted when pushed around (and folded) and there is trepidation that the Bills too need to be ready for a close game, which they haven't had since Arizona. Heck this hasn't happened to the Bills since the early 90's.😜 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haslett_Stomp Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 (edited) The Fish and their defense should be a good test. Edited December 29, 2020 by Haslett_Stomp 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dorquemada Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 I’m nervous sometimes when i get on a roller coaster and I think about something going wrong 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProcessAccepted Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 This isn't the same old Bills. These guys like to win. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nucci Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 Just now, ProcessAccepted said: This isn't the same old Bills. These guys like to win. doesn't everyone? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrDawkinstein Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 This board is ruining all the fun we should be having today. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoHuddleKelly12 Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 We all as traumatized Bills fans need to re-learn something in the words of the gone too soon Connery... 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeGOATski Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 The Bills have been great in crunch time, have the most clutch QB, and are built to come back. The Ravens were never built to come back. If they can't get a fast lead and then pound you into the ground, they usually struggle. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Long Suffering Fan Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 9 minutes ago, Billsfan1972 said: ...but last year we saw exactly how the Ravens reacted when pushed around (and folded) and there is trepidation that the Bills too need to be ready for a close game, which they haven't had since Arizona. That is the thing. Teams have tried to push us around during this stretch. San Fran stuck out to me with how hard they were hitting and coming after us. Even the Patriots came out swinging last night, but we didn't fold. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProcessAccepted Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 1 minute ago, nucci said: doesn't everyone? Not sure some of the teams we've had over the years did. I remember Jim Kelly commenting on a Dick Jauron team that you could never tell by being in the locker room if they'd just won or lost. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ya Digg? Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 12 minutes ago, Billsfan1972 said: Been so long since the Bills controlled games start to finish. The first three years with McD, yes some convincing wins, but more often then not, one score games. Early this year much the same thing, and that was a concern. Now however I can't help but think about the 2019 Ravens (and yes much can be blamed on Lamar not being tested) & that we are cruising like they were last year and wondering how we'll do in a close game. Yes I know Josh & his fourth quarter stats...... Again a Bye would have been great (and yes sometimes that certainly affects the team), but last year we saw exactly how the Ravens reacted when pushed around (and folded) and there is trepidation that the Bills too need to be ready for a close game, which they haven't had since Arizona. Heck this hasn't happened to the Bills since the early 90's.😜 There’s a HUGE difference between this Bills teams and last year’s Ravens team. That Ravens team was built to run the ball and keep their leads through running and using play action to their tight ends. They couldn’t come back if they got down multiple scores. This Bills teams has shown they can win the close games and they have a quarterback who can get the ball to his wide receivers. They can control the clock (I believe they lead the league in 10+ play drives) and can score quickly. On any given Sunday as they say any team can lose, but this is a different team than the one you are referencing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProcessTruster Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 I don't know, other than the Steelers, they haven't played a loaded team since the KC game. We shall see. If Phins get solid QB play Sunday, that will be a test. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rc2catch Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 It’s almost January, and the board isn’t filled with mock free agency and drafts. Life is good. Enjoy the ride and stop worrying about completely useless other ideas of who did what in past years. Live in the now. Let Baltimore worry about Lamar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beast Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 (edited) 19 minutes ago, DrDawkinstein said: This board is ruining all the fun we should be having today. No doubt. People are more afraid of the Bills breaking down than Balboa was of Clubber Lang while running in the sand. Edited December 29, 2020 by Beast 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JerseyBills Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 Just remember, as scary as Bal,Ten, KC seem, they're looking at Buffalo and are more scared. This team is the real deal Holyfield 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoCal Deek Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 21 minutes ago, dorquemada said: I’m nervous sometimes when i get on a roller coaster and I think about something going wrong I feel the same way. I always think ...if I die on this thing I’m going to feel like such an arse! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheCockSportif Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 22 minutes ago, dorquemada said: I’m nervous sometimes when i get on a roller coaster and I think about something going wrong True story: I got on The Viper once, in mid 1980s, and had ridden it a few times already -- so when they asked you to check that the harness was tight around you and I was able to push mine up, I yelled and screamed at the ride operator and then the ride started. I thought I was going to die. I didn't lose my wallet or my life or anything. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sullim4 Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 20 minutes ago, nucci said: doesn't everyone? Dick Jauron's "it's hard to win in the NFL" would beg to disagree. Some like excuses for losing more than winning - it's easier not to put the work in and come up for reasons why you fail instead of putting in the hard work and winning for a change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloButt Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 Other teams should be nervous against the Bills! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teef Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 Some posters are just soft. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 I don’t think I’m wrong When aren’t you 😩 nervous? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nextmanup Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 2 hours ago, nucci said: doesn't everyone? Shhh. He's rolling. Sports fans love to talk about this type of thing. Someone will mention "momentum" soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Comebackkid Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 Ironically when we beat teams by one score every week people are nervous because we can't just blow them out. Now we've been blowing teams out and people are nervous because we can't win by just one score. Again ironic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teef Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 1 minute ago, Comebackkid said: Ironically when we beat teams by one score every week people are nervous because we can't just blow them out. Now we've been blowing teams out and people are nervous because we can't win by just one score. Again ironic. Even more ironically, the op is the one who has started threads on both the topics you mentioned. some people need more attention than others. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Comebackkid Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 3 minutes ago, teef said: Even more ironically, the op is the one who has started threads on both the topics you mentioned. some people need more attention than others. Some people need a lamp shade. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billsfan1972 Posted December 29, 2020 Author Share Posted December 29, 2020 16 minutes ago, teef said: Even more ironically, the op is the one who has started threads on both the topics you mentioned. some people need more attention than others. You're right, just that we're on such a roll now. Just can't win sometimes and yes I understand the irony.😆 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GunnerBill Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 Man early in the year we were trash because of our bad point differential. Now we are paper tigers because of our good point differential. Someone should be fired. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rochesterfan Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 4 minutes ago, Billsfan1972 said: You're right, just that we're on such a roll now. Just can't win sometimes and yes I understand the irony.😆 🤦♂️ 22 minutes ago, teef said: Even more ironically, the op is the one who has started threads on both the topics you mentioned. some people need more attention than others. No kidding Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Over 29 years of fanhood Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 I think the thing that you want to take hold of here is this team is still getting better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teef Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 16 minutes ago, Billsfan1972 said: You're right, just that we're on such a roll now. Just can't win sometimes and yes I understand the irony.😆 what's the worst case scenario? the bills lose in the first round. we're all disappointed and life goes on. now...with that out of the way, just enjoy it. this has been fun. 12 wins a for a big boy team, and the bills are finally that. even if this year doesn't go exactly as wanted, look forward to the future knowing the bills have a good qb and a competent staff. this team should be competitive for years to come. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billsfan1972 Posted December 29, 2020 Author Share Posted December 29, 2020 19 minutes ago, teef said: what's the worst case scenario? the bills lose in the first round. we're all disappointed and life goes on. now...with that out of the way, just enjoy it. this has been fun. 12 wins a for a big boy team, and the bills are finally that. even if this year doesn't go exactly as wanted, look forward to the future knowing the bills have a good qb and a competent staff. this team should be competitive for years to come. Just part of what it is to be a fan. You continually worry and create worst case scenarios. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott7975 Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 They have however played a good number of very good defenses and still scored a lot of points. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teef Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 4 minutes ago, Billsfan1972 said: Just part of what it is to be a fan. You continually worry and create worst case scenarios. not me. i don't find any real benefit to this in life at all. i don't worry about things until i have to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Generic_Bills_Fan Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 I dont think the ravens are a good comparison. The ravens aren't built anywhere near the same way as us and theyre quite one dimensional in a way that makes it difficult for them to come back when they fall behind. Plus that year they were rolling was Greg romans first year with the team. When they start seeing some of the best defenses in the afc in the playoffs they will always struggle. The bills are a bit more battle tested this year as it feels like we were playing tough defenses every single week Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheCockSportif Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 (edited) 35 minutes ago, teef said: what's the worst case scenario? the bills lose in the first round. we're all disappointed and life goes on. now...with that out of the way, just enjoy it. this has been fun. 12 wins a for a big boy team, and the bills are finally that. even if this year doesn't go exactly as wanted, look forward to the future knowing the bills have a good qb and a competent staff. this team should be competitive for years to come. If the Bills lose in the first round I will be shocked, like absolutely and completely shocked. I watch the Bills this season and it's like watching a real football team for a change. It's refreshing and more than welcomed by this Bills' fan. 17 minutes ago, Billsfan1972 said: Just part of what it is to be a fan. You continually worry and create worst case scenarios. I've seen teef on the boards for years. teef is a cakewalk person, and nothing less. Edited December 29, 2020 by Groin 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanC883 Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 1 hour ago, Comebackkid said: Ironically when we beat teams by one score every week people are nervous because we can't just blow them out. Now we've been blowing teams out and people are nervous because we can't win by just one score. Again ironic. Bills fan PTSD from past 20 years. I don’t blame anyone for being nervous or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Motorin' Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 Wait, you're nervous about a pretty meaningless week 17 game? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Comebackkid Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 20 minutes ago, RyanC883 said: Bills fan PTSD from past 20 years. I don’t blame anyone for being nervous or not. I think the point was... Does it need it's own post... Plus if you want to worry, there's always something to worry about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo716 Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 The bills have been in plenty of close battles this year. It's nothing but a positive to be playing your best football in December 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Putin Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 4 hours ago, Billsfan1972 said: Been so long since the Bills controlled games start to finish. The first three years with McD, yes some convincing wins, but more often then not, one score games. Early this year much the same thing, and that was a concern. Now however I can't help but think about the 2019 Ravens (and yes much can be blamed on Lamar not being tested) & that we are cruising like they were last year and wondering how we'll do in a close game. Yes I know Josh & his fourth quarter stats...... Again a Bye would have been great (and yes sometimes that certainly affects the team), but last year we saw exactly how the Ravens reacted when pushed around (and folded) and there is trepidation that the Bills too need to be ready for a close game, which they haven't had since Arizona. Heck this hasn't happened to the Bills since the early 90's.😜 The difference between us and Ravens is that we have a QB and a top 3 passing game , and I have faith in Josh to bring us back if we’re down by two scores , the ravens on the other hand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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