buffaloboyinATL Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 I loved what I saw from him and look forward to seeing how he develops next season, but at this point I say we should stick with what got us here. But great to know he is there if someone else gets dinged up. This roster is SO deep compared to the past 20 years or so. What a great feeling! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan130 Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 11 minutes ago, Big Turk said: Go watch the last 7 minutes and 11 seconds of the Pittsburgh game where we literally ran the clock out on them. I do remember that game. It was really well done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bangarang Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 Do people really think we will have 4 RBs active against a team whose strength is stopping the run and weakness is defending the pass? All because Williams played well in garbage time in 1 game? C’mon man 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 (edited) 19 minutes ago, HOUSE said: The Dolphins were still using the starters when Antonio Williams crushed them. I see no way McDemott will sit the guy. Keep in mind Antionio Williams is an excellent Special teams player. Was Captain at NC He probably won't play much but if Buffalo is safely ahead ??? .. Who do you make inactive? I think he had Taiwan Jones spot last week and no way will he be inactive. 19 minutes ago, HOUSE said: The Dolphins were still using the starters when Antonio Williams crushed them. I see no way McDemott will sit the guy. Keep in mind Antionio Williams is an excellent Special teams player. Was Captain at NC He probably won't play much but if Buffalo is safely ahead ??? .. Edited January 8, 2021 by YoloinOhio Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoName Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 Benching Singletary is a stupid idea. End of story. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solomon Grundy Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 DANGUMIT... can we see TJ Yeldon first?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FastFreddy22 Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 I dont think so. He was awesome in the game against the Dolphins but we were up and all he had to do was run downhill easier said then done I know.. That being said i think the most important attribute by running backs in this offense is pass blocking. They know they have good proven pass blockers in the three RBS they have now and wont chance putting Williams in that situation. Maybe next year hell be given the oppurtunity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocky Landing Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 I'd be pretty shocked to see them activate him at the expense of Motor, or Moss. However, I've been saying all season that Motor, and Moss are not complimentary backs. Antonio looked like the downhill runner that would be the appropriate compliment to either of them. If it came down to it, it'd be a tough decision. The question would have to be: Which one is the better scat back? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1ManRaid Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 2 hours ago, YoloinOhio said: may far as AW, he had a nice game but too small of a sample size to put him in a playoff game. Rob Johnson at least played more than a half of a game of football in his career before the playoff game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msw2112 Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 Williams played well in the opportunity that he had and he has special teams prowess. I think there's a decent chance he gets activated, but not at the expense of Singletary or Moss. It would probably be in Taiwan Jones' spot. If he is activated, I don't see him being a big part of the game plan, but he could get a few snaps, particularly in the 2nd half if we either a) need a spark in the running game or b) need to work the clock and wear down the defense. RB is an interesting position where a lot of unknown guys emerge and become pretty good players. It would be great if Williams turns out to be one of those guys. At this point, as is said above, the sample size is too small to know. I trust the coaching staff to make the correct moves. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penfield45 Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 15 minutes ago, NoName said: Benching Singletary is a stupid idea. End of story. probably but Singletary is an average player at best This team needs a RB like Kamara elite pass catching abilities Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1ManRaid Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 52 minutes ago, Bangarang said: Do people really think we will have 4 RBs active against a team whose strength is stopping the run and weakness is defending the pass? All because Williams played well in garbage time in 1 game? C’mon man As much as I want to see more of AW, you hit the nail on the head about Indy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSE Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 44 minutes ago, YoloinOhio said: Who do you make inactive? I think he had Taiwan Jones spot last week and no way will he be inactive. I assume there will be a surprise scratch with injury concerns. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocky Landing Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 45 minutes ago, Bangarang said: Do people really think we will have 4 RBs active against a team whose strength is stopping the run and weakness is defending the pass? All because Williams played well in garbage time in 1 game? C’mon man I don't think I would apply the term "garbage time" to Antonio's time on the field. Certainly, we had a comfortable lead, and had utterly demoralized the Phins' D. But, they were heartily trying to stage a comeback well into the fourth quarter. I'm still shaking my head in disbelief at that game. How McD could not dress three of his best defensive starters, and pull every starter he could in the second half, and send in the players furthest down the roster, and still completely dominate a playoff contender in all phases of the game is nothing short of astonishing. All that being said, Antonio might very well provide some balance that our offense is actually lacking. Dressing him going into the playoffs would be pretty experimental, but with how similar Motor, and Moss are in style, I'd be surprised if the coaching staff wouldn't also at least be having the discussion. I agree with you, though. I don't think it's likely he's dressed. Not this week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
34-78-83 Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 (edited) 1 hour ago, Freddie's Dead said: The Singletary hate runs deep at TBD.... Very strange isn't it? I think part of it is just that fans are used to the running game being the Bills top priority and needing a top 10 rb stud in the stable. 26 and 20 are doing quite well based on what they are asked to do in this offense. Both offer a lot of well rounded traits although neither will typically outrun a corner (so what). 26 still managed a 50 plus yd TD. They both pass protect extremely well too. The few failures at times in running the ball this year has been about allowing defenders to penetrate and stop them in the backfield. JA is about to secure a massive chunk of our cap and its going to likely be 3rd round pick, rookie contract based backs for the foreseeable future. And thats just fine! Our offense (and the league for the most part) is about passing the ball. Edited January 8, 2021 by 34-78-83 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Chandler's Hands Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 2 hours ago, DCofNC said: I doubt it, but if it was my call, yes he gets the nod. I’d bench Singletary and use Moss as starter and Williams as the hammer. This is like putting Johnson in for Flutie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Otreply Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 2 hours ago, DCofNC said: I doubt it, but if it was my call, yes he gets the nod. I’d bench Singletary and use Moss as starter and Williams as the hammer. And this is an example of why it’s good that we fans don’t make personal decisions, What was Marv levy quoted as saying..., if you listen to the fan you will be sitting with them in no time..., paraphrasing of course. Go Bills!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick the Greek Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 Let’s start Duke Williams while we’re at it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColoradoBills Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 1 hour ago, HOUSE said: The Dolphins were still using the starters when Antonio Williams crushed them. I see no way McDemott will sit the guy. Keep in mind Antionio Williams is an excellent Special teams player. Was Captain at NC He probably won't play much but if Buffalo is safely ahead ??? .. Thanks House for that information! I did not know that. It is very important detail (at least for me) as to how Antonio Williams worth is viewed by Beane and McDermott. If his ST is strong he has a better chance to replace the T Jones roster spot next year. With that new info I see him as the primary depth for both T Jones and the 2 RBs on the main roster. This makes me smile! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InTheBuffAllTheTime Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 Nice recognition on this board for AW's efforts. His performance was eye-opening for sure. I'd love to see him get more game action. We don't need to get down on anyone else though for HIS great performance. This team is rolling and AW MAY be able to help them be better. It just comes down to numbers. Who sits in order to elevate him? It's not 20 nor 26 - they've proven their worth. We need the WR, TE and OL depth. Jones is near the top on ST tackles. We need DL and LB rotation bodies to stop the Indy run attack. A spot would need to come from the DB depth. Do you sit a Jaquan Johnson / Dean Marlowe / Taron Johnson to play AW? Luckily I'll leave that decision to the coaches Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 Would Now be the appropriate time for the weekly inquiry into whether Christian Wade can be called up? 3 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1st Ammendment NoMas Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 4 hours ago, ndirish1978 said: If that were to happen I doubt it would be against the Colts. The Colts defense's strength is the run game and their secondary is weak so I would expect our WRs will be busy this week. True. Plus If anyone were to get called up, I'd hope it would be Yeldon for the screen game. He was productive in what little he was given this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Otreply Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 1 hour ago, Miyagi-Do Karate said: Would Now be the appropriate time for the weekly inquiry into whether Christian Wade can be called up? Yes, yes it would, 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Joshin' Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 So RB is the new WR? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alphadawg7 Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 He looked good in his limited reps against the Fins...no doubt. But I have seen a lot of bad players look good in one part of one game. Not saying he is a bad player, just saying this proves little about him and I just don't see our staff taking snaps away from Devin and Moss for him right now. That being said, sure its possible he could be active, but if so, I doubt he sees many reps, if any at all, unless its a blow out. Me personally...I am super curious about the kid. Wouldn't mind seeing him get some reps here and there, just don't think it's the wisest decision to do so with a guy who less than a half of a games worth or reps experience heading into the playoffs either. MOST importantly, its about both pass protection assignments and ball security. Hard to trust a PS rookie in our first playoff game with those things to really give him snaps over Devin and Moss. Especially since both have shown to be effective in their respective roles when we do use them. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orlando Tim Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 Only if Moss or Singletary are injured. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed_Formerly_of_Roch Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 If your title had just said "Does Williams get activated for the playoffs", you'd have been spot on! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCofNC Posted January 9, 2021 Share Posted January 9, 2021 11 hours ago, BillsFan130 said: I am pretty down on singletary TBH. I just don't think he does anything great. He isn't fast, he doesn't really break tackles. He is descent in space I will give him that. True that he is averaging 4.4, but I do think that is a bit flawed since he doesn't get many 3rd and short carries (which would bring down his YPC), and he only has a total of 156 attempts on the year. This is where I’m at with him, he can make you miss in a phone booth, but isn’t fast enough to get out the door before you tackle him. To me, he’s a fringe player at best and a wasted 3rd round pick. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCofNC Posted January 9, 2021 Share Posted January 9, 2021 11 hours ago, YoloinOhio said: Who do you make inactive in order to do this? I just don’t see it. So make singletary inactive? He was really really good In the playoff game last year. Singletary has been uninspiring this year at best. Moss should see the bulk of the action, I’m not sure what the obsession with Singletary, he’s a fringe NFL player who’s only value is in small uses. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QLBillsFan Posted January 9, 2021 Share Posted January 9, 2021 (edited) 8 minutes ago, DCofNC said: This is where I’m at with him, he can make you miss in a phone booth, but isn’t fast enough to get out the door before you tackle him. To me, he’s a fringe player at best and a wasted 3rd round pick. A guy who averaged 5 plus yards per carry last year. Adept at picking up blitzes yeah let’s get rid of him. We have two 3rd rounds picks at RB who do their job and support a record breaking past first offense. AW great story vs Miami but our two backs will help lead this team. Both will contribute in the playoffs. Edited January 9, 2021 by QLBillsFan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Man with No Name Posted January 9, 2021 Share Posted January 9, 2021 Remember when Tim Tindale looked like a pro bowler for 1 quarter vs the fins? THE CANADIAN COMET! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Posted January 9, 2021 Share Posted January 9, 2021 I don't want a rookie tasked with blitz pickups if there are other options. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mango Posted January 9, 2021 Share Posted January 9, 2021 12 hours ago, YoloinOhio said: Who do you make inactive in order to do this? I just don’t see it. So make singletary inactive? He was really really good In the playoff game last year. Honestly, if you think he can help you, probably sit Robert’s. I love the dude, I think he’s quality, but I don’t think we miss much by bringing in McKenzie rather than a KR/PR specialist. I don’t have an opinion on it in reality. The sample size was just so small against a team that gave up. But it seems like we have times where we really struggle to run the ball in the early and mid parts of games. AW seemed to be a glimpse of part of that fix. I just don’t know if that’s a mirage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBrownBear Posted January 9, 2021 Share Posted January 9, 2021 If it ain't broke, don't fix it. And the Bills offense ain't broke. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wroc Hester Posted January 10, 2021 Share Posted January 10, 2021 Soooo... now that Moss appears to be out for some time, who takes his place? AW? TJ Yeldon? I'm okay with either one. TJ is a great receiving back and AW could be lightening in a bottle, if only for the playoffs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Caveman Posted January 12, 2021 Share Posted January 12, 2021 (edited) I wonder if we might see him AND Yeldon activated this week, and have Taiwan Jones sit. I read somewhere that Antonio Williams was his team's MVP on special teams in College, so seems like ST shouldn't suffer too much even though Taiwan Jones is great there. Edited January 12, 2021 by Captain Caveman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bulldog Posted January 12, 2021 Share Posted January 12, 2021 10 minutes ago, Captain Caveman said: I wonder if we might see him AND Yeldon activated this week, and have Taiwan Jones sit. I read somewhere that Antonio Williams was his team's MVP on special teams in College, so seems like ST shouldn't suffer too much even though Taiwan Jones is great there. Coach McDermott -- please do not bench our top gunner on kick coverage for a back-up running back. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orlando Tim Posted January 12, 2021 Share Posted January 12, 2021 Williams ran well but we don't know how well he picks up blitzes or if he can catch out of the backfield. I think our " running" game will be mostly short passes out in the flat to slow the Ravens pass rush Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Caveman Posted January 12, 2021 Share Posted January 12, 2021 6 minutes ago, Bulldog said: Coach McDermott -- please do not bench our top gunner on kick coverage for a back-up running back. Thanks. I'm sure he won't if he feels there is a big drop off. I'm just saying that may not be the case given his history in College. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fan in Chicago Posted January 12, 2021 Share Posted January 12, 2021 4 minutes ago, Buffalo Timmy said: Williams ran well but we don't know how well he picks up blitzes or if he can catch out of the backfield. I think our " running" game will be mostly short passes out in the flat to slow the Ravens pass rush Dont forget ball security. All things being equal, the surest hands against multiple-men tackles will play. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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