npeartisgod Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 I feel that they missed a huge opportunity to serve the community for the AFC divisional playoff game. And for that matter, the successful Wild Card game. How hard would it have been to rent inflatable screens and sound systems and place them around the stadium, charge $30-$50 per car and allow fans to come park and watch the games outside the stadium? Please don’t come back at me with, “it was the Governor.” Such drive ins have been held all over the state during Covid. No need for concessions, only security to ensure that people did not gather in groups. We would’ve all been able to enjoy the game in an atmosphere of fun. I know they have a wonderful marketing department, and I question why a 52-year-old attorney came up with this idea in about four minutes, and Pegula entertainment couldn’t come up with it in a week’s time. Go Bills. 3 1 1 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewEra Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 4 minutes ago, npeartisgod said: I feel that they missed a huge opportunity to serve the community for the AFC divisional playoff game. And for that matter, the successful Wild Card game. How hard would it have been to rent inflatable screens and sound systems and place them around the stadium, charge $30-$50 per car and allow fans to come park and watch the games outside the stadium? Please don’t come back at me with, “it was the Governor.” Such drive ins have been held all over the state during Covid. No need for concessions, only security to ensure that people did not gather in groups. We would’ve all been able to enjoy the game in an atmosphere of fun. I know they have a wonderful marketing department, and I question why a 52-year-old attorney came up with this idea in about four minutes, and Pegula entertainment couldn’t come up with it in a week’s time. Go Bills. Because you’re so smart and they’re so dumb? you’ll get over it. I promise 12 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CSBill Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 Not a bad idea, Npeartisgod. I think they were so focused on making sure the in-stadium thing went well, there was no room for this type of discussion/idea. Had the stadium opened mid-season or some time earlier, maybe this? .... Also, if the stars align and Bills miraculously end up hosting the AFC championship, maybe something like this? But I would not count on it. I like your spirit. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. K Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 All you need is a TV, couch, electricity, over the air antenna, and patience until kick off. 5 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
npeartisgod Posted January 16, 2021 Author Share Posted January 16, 2021 1 minute ago, NewEra said: Because you’re so smart and they’re so dumb? you’ll get over it. I promise That’s pretty much where I landed, except I’m not that bright. Would have been nice is all. And absolutely doable. I’m already over it, thanks. Smoking ribs and wings at home. No other choice. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChevyVanMiller Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 (edited) No need to rake the Pegulas over the coals. If you want that experience you can have it at the Transit Drive-In in Lockport. I much prefer sitting in my spacious living room and watching on my 55-inch 4K HDTV, but to each his own. https://www.radio.com/wben/news/local/transit-drive-in-to-host-bills-playoff-game Edited January 16, 2021 by ChevyVanMiller 4 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewEra Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 4 minutes ago, npeartisgod said: That’s pretty much where I landed, except I’m not that bright. Would have been nice is all. And absolutely doable. I’m already over it, thanks. Smoking ribs and wings at home. No other choice. Sounds much better than sitting in your car in sub freezing temperatures, not being able to get out of your car and pace around like we all do. And you can have nice hot smoked bbq instead of the luke warm food that you cooked hours before 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheektowaga Chad Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 One of the ways the pegulas got fans in the stands was selling no tailgating to the state Your idea is tailgating 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevewin Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 Not sure how feasible this would have been, but think about how cool it would have been to have the cascading sound of thousands of cars honking/cheering from the parking lot drifting into the stadium for big plays 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
npeartisgod Posted January 16, 2021 Author Share Posted January 16, 2021 1 minute ago, ChevyVanMiller said: No need to rake the Pegulas over the coals. If you want that experience you can have it at the Transit Drive-In in Lockport. I much prefer sitting in my spacious living room and watching on my 55-inch 4K HDTV, but to each his own. Love me some Pegulas. I blame marketing. And don’t you think the players wouldn’t hear thousands of horns honking outside the stadium? They know we’re the best fans in football, I just want every and any advantage given to us at this point. It’s been a looong time coming. Just now, Cheektowaga Chad said: One of the ways the pegulas got fans in the stands was selling no tailgating to the state Your idea is tailgating No, my idea is a drive-in. They’ve been done all over the state since Covid. I get the tailgating idea, but again, no concessions, just pay security to walk the lots and break up groups. Would’ve been a hell of an atmosphere. It also sucks that Cuomo chose to close at 10pm. I like the guy’s work on Covid (at least he paid attention) but he should’ve let us drive over to BFLO and watch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSE Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 (edited) Those inflatable screens are expensive and there is no fracking way to pay for them . Edited January 16, 2021 by HOUSE 1 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BreezeMafia Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 (edited) Really? Cant just enjoy what we have and potentially whats in front of us? You may just have made this weeks CMON MAN on ESPN. Edited January 16, 2021 by BillsinChesterSprings Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
machine gun kelly Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 12 minutes ago, ChevyVanMiller said: No need to rake the Pegulas over the coals. If you want that experience you can have it at the Transit Drive-In in Lockport. I much prefer sitting in my spacious living room and watching on my 55-inch 4K HDTV, but to each his own. https://www.radio.com/wben/news/local/transit-drive-in-to-host-bills-playoff-game Chevy, couldn’t agree more. It is very difficult for me to slam the Pegulas for anything given what they did for Buffalo and I haven’t lived there for half of my life. I love the city I grew up in through college, and they singlehandedly along with Ralph. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Otreply Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 To the OP Poor you, now you’re gonna have to eat your smoked ribs in your own home with your family, and watch the game in HD, first world not really a problem problem... cause you have no choice... you are so put upon... 😂 Go Bills!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALLEN1QB Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 (edited) Personally I would rather sit on my comfortable couch with pizza in one hand and a beer in the other. In your scenario I can see people being stupid getting out of their car and not social distancing etc. Why would a multi billionaire want to be liable for that? Geeezzzz Edited January 16, 2021 by ALLEN1QB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uticaclub Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 Would be impossible to enforce social distancing. How are you not going get out of your car and hug & high 5 every single fan after a big play? Not going to happen. 6k spread our in the stadium is a lot easier to control then 2k in a parking lot. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheektowaga Chad Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 26 minutes ago, npeartisgod said: No, my idea is a drive-in You live up to your attorney job title in your original post lol 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Chandler's Hands Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 35 minutes ago, npeartisgod said: That’s pretty much where I landed, except I’m not that bright. Would have been nice is all. And absolutely doable. I’m already over it, thanks. Smoking ribs and wings at home. No other choice. We know you're not that bright. You're a lawyer. 😉 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillnutinHouston Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 28 minutes ago, npeartisgod said: Love me some Pegulas. I blame marketing. And don’t you think the players wouldn’t hear thousands of horns honking outside the stadium? They know we’re the best fans in football, I just want every and any advantage given to us at this point. It’s been a looong time coming. No, my idea is a drive-in. They’ve been done all over the state since Covid. I get the tailgating idea, but again, no concessions, just pay security to walk the lots and break up groups. Would’ve been a hell of an atmosphere. It also sucks that Cuomo chose to close at 10pm. I like the guy’s work on Covid (at least he paid attention) but he should’ve let us drive over to BFLO and watch. A drive-in at the stadium is a tailgate. You have to anticipate to the lowest common denominator, meaning people WILL be knuckleheads, drink, and unacceptably congregate. The result being no fans allowed at the AFC championship game. The Pegulas were wise not to go there. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Caveman Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 I've never met a Rush fan who wasn't a giant whiner. 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoCal Deek Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 (edited) Would this be all that much fun, really? The seats aren’t that comfortable for three plus hours. There’s no bathroom. No kitchen. Etc. If it was so much fun wouldn’t they do it for both home and away games? It’s not like the players are going to know you’re out there. Edited January 16, 2021 by SoCal Deek Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiotAct Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 Ehh, they’re going to have their hands full coming up with a plan to get that stadium packed for next season, along with the county and state officials. I’ll let then slide on this Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PromoTheRobot Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 1 hour ago, npeartisgod said: I feel that they missed a huge opportunity to serve the community for the AFC divisional playoff game. And for that matter, the successful Wild Card game. How hard would it have been to rent inflatable screens and sound systems and place them around the stadium, charge $30-$50 per car and allow fans to come park and watch the games outside the stadium? Please don’t come back at me with, “it was the Governor.” Such drive ins have been held all over the state during Covid. No need for concessions, only security to ensure that people did not gather in groups. We would’ve all been able to enjoy the game in an atmosphere of fun. I know they have a wonderful marketing department, and I question why a 52-year-old attorney came up with this idea in about four minutes, and Pegula entertainment couldn’t come up with it in a week’s time. Go Bills. I guess you missed the part of the rules about no tailgating so groups of people DON'T form and spread Covid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marv's Neighbor Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 Due to its location, the January winds, around the stadium could be a big problem for inflatable screens. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Call_Of_Ktulu Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 1 hour ago, npeartisgod said: I feel that they missed a huge opportunity to serve the community for the AFC divisional playoff game. And for that matter, the successful Wild Card game. How hard would it have been to rent inflatable screens and sound systems and place them around the stadium, charge $30-$50 per car and allow fans to come park and watch the games outside the stadium? Please don’t come back at me with, “it was the Governor.” Such drive ins have been held all over the state during Covid. No need for concessions, only security to ensure that people did not gather in groups. We would’ve all been able to enjoy the game in an atmosphere of fun. I know they have a wonderful marketing department, and I question why a 52-year-old attorney came up with this idea in about four minutes, and Pegula entertainment couldn’t come up with it in a week’s time. Go Bills. When your a Billionaire you don’t really care what an ant has to say. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teef Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 Watching from my home sounds much more amazing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CorkScrewHill Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 1 hour ago, npeartisgod said: I feel that they missed a huge opportunity to serve the community for the AFC divisional playoff game. And for that matter, the successful Wild Card game. How hard would it have been to rent inflatable screens and sound systems and place them around the stadium, charge $30-$50 per car and allow fans to come park and watch the games outside the stadium? Please don’t come back at me with, “it was the Governor.” Such drive ins have been held all over the state during Covid. No need for concessions, only security to ensure that people did not gather in groups. We would’ve all been able to enjoy the game in an atmosphere of fun. I know they have a wonderful marketing department, and I question why a 52-year-old attorney came up with this idea in about four minutes, and Pegula entertainment couldn’t come up with it in a week’s time. Go Bills. Maybe they did think about it, but the risk that the most "orderly" (LOL) fans in the world wouldn't ignore the stay in the car rule was about 1 million to one. If I was there .. I know I couldn't stay in my vehicle. So then you add security, risk of lawsuits, clean-up (as while incredibly orderly Bills fans can make a bit of a mess). It is a good idea, just not necessarily one that they would go with. Besides Big Brother Andrew has not exactly been lenient on people bending the rules. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prissythecat Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 1 hour ago, npeartisgod said: I feel that they missed a huge opportunity to serve the community for the AFC divisional playoff game. And for that matter, the successful Wild Card game. How hard would it have been to rent inflatable screens and sound systems and place them around the stadium, charge $30-$50 per car and allow fans to come park and watch the games outside the stadium? Please don’t come back at me with, “it was the Governor.” Such drive ins have been held all over the state during Covid. No need for concessions, only security to ensure that people did not gather in groups. We would’ve all been able to enjoy the game in an atmosphere of fun. I know they have a wonderful marketing department, and I question why a 52-year-old attorney came up with this idea in about four minutes, and Pegula entertainment couldn’t come up with it in a week’s time. Go Bills. Did you come up with this idea while having a few beers too lol. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T master Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 Well your thoughts are all good but it is Buffalo and after the fans sitting out every game for the most part this yr the first game in the stadium and the first home play off game what happens ? 4 MORONS in the stands start a fight beating the S**T out of each other for what ever freakin stupid ass reason and you can bet there was alcohol involved so put what 10K fans speed out in the parking lot and you know every one of them will bring their drinks of choice and it's 1 huge party . Along with Inhibitions being gone so do the masks the virus gets out because alcoholic ignorants and they shut the stadium down for the rest of any games the season . So although it would be really nice you first have to think of the out come & i for one think the Pegs/Beane have and it needs to sty just the way it is and maybe even not serve any alcohol at this game because we saw what happened last week . So with that sir i respectfully disagree with your thought and all though the Governor is such a great upstanding citizen of NY and has nothing but the people of the states best interest in mind along with the utmost of moral obligations to keep us all safe i don't think he had any input to the common sense move to not put a plan such as yours into place . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
albanyfan Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 1 hour ago, Bob Chandler's Hands said: We know you're not that bright. You're a lawyer. 😉 Stop that. We don’t pick on handicapped folks. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4_kidd_4 Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 38 minutes ago, teef said: Watching from my home sounds much more amazing. Let’s all go park at teef’s home. He can put a TV in the window, and charge us to use his shidder! 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Otreply Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 50 minutes ago, prissythecat said: Did you come up with this idea while having a few beers too lol. Highdeas... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teef Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 30 minutes ago, 4_kidd_4 said: Let’s all go park at teef’s home. He can put a TV in the window, and charge us to use his shidder! I plan on selling cans of blue light for $8. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUNTANBILLSFAN2 Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 3 hours ago, NewEra said: Because you’re so smart and they’re so dumb? you’ll get over it. I promise Or better yet another 6700 in the nose bleeds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerball Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 3 hours ago, npeartisgod said: I feel that they missed a huge opportunity to serve the community for the AFC divisional playoff game. And for that matter, the successful Wild Card game. How hard would it have been to rent inflatable screens and sound systems and place them around the stadium, charge $30-$50 per car and allow fans to come park and watch the games outside the stadium? Please don’t come back at me with, “it was the Governor.” Such drive ins have been held all over the state during Covid. No need for concessions, only security to ensure that people did not gather in groups. We would’ve all been able to enjoy the game in an atmosphere of fun. I know they have a wonderful marketing department, and I question why a 52-year-old attorney came up with this idea in about four minutes, and Pegula entertainment couldn’t come up with it in a week’s time. Go Bills. I'm sorry for your loss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridgewaycynic2013 Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 17 minutes ago, teef said: I plan on selling cans of blue light for $8. If you're smart, rent port-o-lets. Place at curbside. 😉 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IgotBILLStopay Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 3 hours ago, npeartisgod said: I feel that they missed a huge opportunity to serve the community for the AFC divisional playoff game. And for that matter, the successful Wild Card game. How hard would it have been to rent inflatable screens and sound systems and place them around the stadium, charge $30-$50 per car and allow fans to come park and watch the games outside the stadium? Please don’t come back at me with, “it was the Governor.” Such drive ins have been held all over the state during Covid. No need for concessions, only security to ensure that people did not gather in groups. We would’ve all been able to enjoy the game in an atmosphere of fun. I know they have a wonderful marketing department, and I question why a 52-year-old attorney came up with this idea in about four minutes, and Pegula entertainment couldn’t come up with it in a week’s time. Go Bills. It is a nice idea - and I admit I did not think of it. That said - wouldnt that be akin to tailgating? Didnt the Pegulas agree to no tailgating aspart of the Governor's approval for limited fans? And we can still implement it for the AFC Championship game if it is doable! Get the hint? We winning today and the Chiefs losing:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4merper4mer Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 3 hours ago, npeartisgod said: I feel that they missed a huge opportunity to serve the community for the AFC divisional playoff game. And for that matter, the successful Wild Card game. How hard would it have been to rent inflatable screens and sound systems and place them around the stadium, charge $30-$50 per car and allow fans to come park and watch the games outside the stadium? Please don’t come back at me with, “it was the Governor.” Such drive ins have been held all over the state during Covid. No need for concessions, only security to ensure that people did not gather in groups. We would’ve all been able to enjoy the game in an atmosphere of fun. I know they have a wonderful marketing department, and I question why a 52-year-old attorney came up with this idea in about four minutes, and Pegula entertainment couldn’t come up with it in a week’s time. Go Bills. Shirley. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mickey Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 Good gawd I am so tired of non-experts and their certainty that they absolutely know better. Jeezus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hemma Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 Sounds like you gave up on the 100,000 humming birds holding a really big screen idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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