Logic Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 (edited) https://www.nfl.com/news/buffalo-owner-kim-pegula-2020-set-the-floor-for-bills-the-bar-is-much-higher-in-?campaign=Twitter_atn "I do know that this year the 2020 team really set the floor for us," Pegula said. "That's not the bar, what happened this year. The bar is much higher. The floor was set with the success that this team had. Kind of really having to dig deep and especially not knowing where the salary cap is gonna fall is going to be a big job for these guys because the bar has been raised for previous years like I said. It's going to be a lot of tweaking, a lot of impact and understanding where we're going to be with our team, our salary. Those are things I leave up to other people. But I know the expectation is pretty high right now as the standard which we're going to be moving forward." Edited March 8, 2021 by Logic 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stinky finger Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 Ok - I can get behind this. Now, about those Sabre’s.... 2 1 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eball Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 11 minutes ago, Logic said: Those are things I leave up to other people Thank God. 7 3 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 16 minutes ago, eball said: Thank God. It’s good to know what you don’t know! Hire good people, then get out of the way and let them do their job. 5 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
34-78-83 Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 I love the fact that she is involved and keeping hubby in line and focused properly! 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punching Bag Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 1 minute ago, Augie said: It’s good to know what you don’t know! Hire good people, then get out of the way and let them do their job. And hope good people do not have a bad day and call the owner's daughter a B word. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eball Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 4 minutes ago, Augie said: It’s good to know what you don’t know! Hire good people, then get out of the way and let them do their job. Makes you wonder why it's so damned difficult for them to do that with the Sabres. The two franchises are being run completely differently. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mushypeaches Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 31 minutes ago, Logic said: https://www.nfl.com/news/buffalo-owner-kim-pegula-2020-set-the-floor-for-bills-the-bar-is-much-higher-in-?campaign=Twitter_atn "I do know that this year the 2020 team really set the floor for us," Pegula said. "That's not the bar, what happened this year. The bar is much higher. The floor was set with the success that this team had. Kind of really having to dig deep and especially not knowing where the salary cap is gonna fall is going to be a big job for these guys because the bar has been raised for previous years like I said. It's going to be a lot of tweaking, a lot of impact and understanding where we're going to be with our team, our salary. Those are things I leave up to other people. But I know the expectation is pretty high right now as the standard which we're going to be moving forward." This is just an inane statement. Of course everyone wants the team to be better and take the next step toward a SB. But making a "raising the bar" proclamation accomplishes nothing. Absolutely nothing Should Beane and McDermott be on edge if we "only" go 11-5 next year and just win one playoff game instead of two? Will she start screaming for organizational realignment and start trimming back on scouting and coaching staff? SMFH Kim Pegula - the best thing you can do is stay out of the way. That includes public statements on team expectations. 1 7 6 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg S Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 Kim is just stating what everybody knows. Expectations for the Bills will be extremely high with the fanbase and media. I think Beane, McDermott, the team will meet that challenge. This team is setup to compete for and win a Super Bowl this upcoming season. The pressure is really on Beane to have a good FA period and draft. I believe FA starts next week on the 17th if I am not mistaken. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freddie's Dead Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 This is an awesome statement from an owner! Getting to the AFCCG is the floor. This is what you need from a CEO/leader, a clear mission statement setting the goals for the organeyezayshun. You go, Kim Pegula! 6 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BADOLBILZ Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 3 minutes ago, Limeaid said: And hope good people do not have a bad day and call the owner's daughter a B word. I think it was a C word. Fortunately Beane has been adept at saying the right thing. Polian couldn't contain his opinions. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BADOLBILZ Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 11 minutes ago, mushypeaches said: This is just an inane statement. Yeah great intentions but awkward and unnecessary at best. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malazan Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 19 minutes ago, mushypeaches said: Kim Pegula - the best thing you can do is stay out of the way. That includes public statements on team expectations. Similarly, You do your best work on this board when you don't post. 3 7 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Otreply Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 48 minutes ago, Limeaid said: And hope good people do not have a bad day and call the owner's daughter a B word. Do we have to rehash Ralph’s horrifying decision making yet again... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkyMannn Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 Maybe KP is setting us up for the season ticket price increase 😐 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaggersEOD Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 58 minutes ago, Augie said: It’s good to know what you don’t know! Yes Sir, that’s called Wisdom 👍 Can often be more valuable than intelligence. 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punching Bag Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 12 minutes ago, Don Otreply said: Do we have to rehash Ralph’s horrifying decision making yet again... It was a good decision IMO and I still see this attitude on this board that it is okay to bash women working for Bills on this board. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoHuddleKelly12 Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 Love the all-in sentiment shown in her comments, making it clear this regime has the full array of non-meddling owner resources at their disposal to make the vision a reality! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K-9 Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 1 hour ago, Greg S said: Kim is just stating what everybody knows. Expectations for the Bills will be extremely high with the fanbase and media. I think Beane, McDermott, the team will meet that challenge. This team is setup to compete for and win a Super Bowl this upcoming season. The pressure is really on Beane to have a good FA period and draft. I believe FA starts next week on the 17th if I am not mistaken. Great point. The Bills will be playing under a different kind of pressure next year; that of raised expectations. Think ‘89 Bills. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longtimebillsfan Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 1 hour ago, mushypeaches said: This is just an inane statement. Of course everyone wants the team to be better and take the next step toward a SB. But making a "raising the bar" proclamation accomplishes nothing. Absolutely nothing Should Beane and McDermott be on edge if we "only" go 11-5 next year and just win one playoff game instead of two? Will she start screaming for organizational realignment and start trimming back on scouting and coaching staff? SMFH Kim Pegula - the best thing you can do is stay out of the way. That includes public statements on team expectations. Woke up on the wrong side of the bed, did you? This is a PR statement to let fans know the mind set of the ownership. That is what Kim's statement accomplished. Not sure why the anger. Take a deep breath, realize how far the Bills have come in the last four years, let that smile start to develop, and lighten up Francis. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kwai San Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 2 hours ago, Greg S said: Kim is just stating what everybody knows. Expectations for the Bills will be extremely high with the fanbase and media. I think Beane, McDermott, the team will meet that challenge. This team is setup to compete for and win a Super Bowl this upcoming season. The pressure is really on Beane to have a good FA period and draft. I believe FA starts next week on the 17th if I am not mistaken. Sorry brother but no. There are a few holes to address and injuries can happen at anytime. Nah after watching the KC game I would say there are a few holes to fill and a hope and pray attitude that no one goes down for an extended amount of time. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg S Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 14 minutes ago, Kwai San said: Sorry brother but no. There are a few holes to address and injuries can happen at anytime. Nah after watching the KC game I would say there are a few holes to fill and a hope and pray attitude that no one goes down for an extended amount of time. 13-3 says they are right there. Yes they have some holes to address. Every team has that though. Hopefully Beane can have a strong offseason (FA/Draft) to shore up those weaknesses. As far as injuries go that applies to every team so its no use worrying about that. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaCrispy Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 6 hours ago, inaugural balls said: Ok - I can get behind this. Now, about those Sabre’s.... They should sell the team in order to build a dome for the Bills...👍 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Otreply Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 (edited) 6 hours ago, Limeaid said: It was a good decision IMO and I still see this attitude on this board that it is okay to bash women working for Bills on this board. I’m not a member of the Kim Pegula has no valid reason to be president/ owner of the team club, Quite contrary, I like that she calls the shots, it’s good for society in general, additionally because it causes such distress for a certain segment of the fan base, 😁👍 What I saw was that the team went downhill real fast after that altercation. So from a team success viewpoint someone made bad decisions... Edited March 9, 2021 by Don Otreply 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punching Bag Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 15 minutes ago, Don Otreply said: I’m not a member of the Kim Pegula has no valid reason to be president/ owner of the team. Quite contrary, I like that she calls the shots, it’s good for society in general, additionally because it causes such distress for a certain segment of the fan base, 😁👍 What I saw was that the team went downhill real fast after that altercation. So from a team success viewpoint someone made bad decisions... Yes Bill Polian. He made bad decision to get out of bed. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eball Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 For the 2021 Bills and beyond, the ceiling is the roof. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsDude Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 Wondering if the signs in the locker room were changed from Championship Caliber to Super Bowl Caliber yet.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nextmanup Posted March 9, 2021 Share Posted March 9, 2021 7 hours ago, Freddie's Dead said: This is an awesome statement from an owner! Getting to the AFCCG is the floor. This is what you need from a CEO/leader, a clear mission statement setting the goals for the organeyezayshun. You go, Kim Pegula! I see you have absolutely no interest in, or knowledge about, the Buffalo Sabres. 😂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Posted March 9, 2021 Share Posted March 9, 2021 1 hour ago, Don Otreply said: I’m not a member of the Kim Pegula has no valid reason to be president/ owner of the team club, Quite contrary, I like that she calls the shots, it’s good for society in general, additionally because it causes such distress for a certain segment of the fan base, 😁👍 What I saw was that the team went downhill real fast after that altercation. So from a team success viewpoint someone made bad decisions... Considering the success of the Bills under her, there is no one who should be. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buftex Posted March 9, 2021 Share Posted March 9, 2021 2 hours ago, Doc said: Considering the success of the Bills under her, there is no one who should be. We have some very angry people in our fan-base. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Turk Posted March 9, 2021 Share Posted March 9, 2021 The bar for the Sabres is buried 20 feet underground Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted March 9, 2021 Share Posted March 9, 2021 42 minutes ago, Big Turk said: The bar for the Sabres is buried 20 feet underground That’s 10 feet deeper than Jimmy Hoffa. We have our work cut out for us! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. WEO Posted March 9, 2021 Share Posted March 9, 2021 So what does President Kim call 2016? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMF2006 Posted March 9, 2021 Share Posted March 9, 2021 19 hours ago, MarkyMannn said: Maybe KP is setting us up for the season ticket price increase 😐 The expectations on the fans has gone up considerably Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg S Posted March 9, 2021 Share Posted March 9, 2021 12 hours ago, Doc said: Considering the success of the Bills under her, there is no one who should be. Nothing against the owners (Terry and Kim) but the success of the Bills is 100% Beane & McDermott along with the coaches/players. Owners just need to hire the right people to run the show, sign the checks, then STFU and GTFO. Do you think Robert Kraft is the reason the Pats had a dynasty these past 20 years? His sitting in his luxury box wearing top of the line suits was key to the Pats winning Super Bowls. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Posted March 9, 2021 Share Posted March 9, 2021 10 hours ago, Buftex said: We have some very angry people in our fan-base. Yup. See below. 1 hour ago, Mr. WEO said: So what does President Kim call 2016? Who cares? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarleyNY Posted March 9, 2021 Share Posted March 9, 2021 I’ve got no problem with ownership setting expectations. That’s not exactly how I’d have done it, but l think that setting high expectations for your team can be helpful. I remember when the Rooney’s did that for the Steelers. The comment was something like “It’s been way too long since we’ve won a (or have been in the) Super Bowl.” I thought it was a bit arrogant at the time, but they freaking won it that season. I adjusted my opinion on the matter accordingly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Posted March 9, 2021 Share Posted March 9, 2021 1 hour ago, Greg S said: Nothing against the owners (Terry and Kim) but the success of the Bills is 100% Beane & McDermott along with the coaches/players. Owners just need to hire the right people to run the show, sign the checks, then STFU and GTFO. Do you think Robert Kraft is the reason the Pats had a dynasty these past 20 years? His sitting in his luxury box wearing top of the line suits was key to the Pats winning Super Bowls. I've seen many people blame them for not hiring the right people. So when they do...they still get no credit? Please. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg S Posted March 9, 2021 Share Posted March 9, 2021 5 minutes ago, Doc said: I've seen many people blame them for not hiring the right people. So when they do...they still get no credit? Please. They get credit for hiring Beane and McDermott but they aren't reason the Bills have made the playoffs in three of the last four years. Beane and McDermott are calling the shots. I give credit to the Pegula's for finding the right people for the Bills and then letting them do their jobs. They need to find the hockey version of Beane and McDermott and do the same thing for the Sabres. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kwai San Posted March 10, 2021 Share Posted March 10, 2021 On 3/8/2021 at 2:14 PM, Greg S said: 13-3 says they are right there. Yes they have some holes to address. Every team has that though. Hopefully Beane can have a strong offseason (FA/Draft) to shore up those weaknesses. As far as injuries go that applies to every team so its no use worrying about that. Hope springs eternal...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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