HOUSE Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 (edited) By Matt Parrino | mparrino@nyup.com Last season was the first time Buffalo Bills fans didn’t have to watch their team play against Tom Brady at least once in a season this century. But that will change in 2021 when the Bills travel to play the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. When will the game be? NFL VP of Broadcast Planning said on the “Sal Sports and Stuff” podcast that Buffalo is “absolutely in the conversation” to play the Tampa in the NFL season kickoff game. https://www.newyorkupstate.com/buffalo-bills/2021/04/bills-absolutely-in-conversation-to-play-super-bowl-champion-buccaneers-in-nfl-opener-says-schedule-maker.html Edited April 21, 2021 by HOUSE 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brennan Huff Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 It’s really annoying that they are waiting to release the schedule 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBillies Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 The first game would be the most recent since Brady's knee surgery. May not be 100%? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wppete Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 I hope we play the Jets again first game of the season and we put a beating on them! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buftex Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 Remember the days, not so long ago, where the release of the schedule was one of the most exciting days of the season for us? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Costa Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 It’s the best home game on their schedule. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaCrispy Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 (edited) 17 minutes ago, BuffaloBillies said: The first game would be the most recent since Brady's knee surgery. May not be 100%? And Brady always seems to start the season off slow... Edited April 21, 2021 by JaCrispy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSE Posted April 21, 2021 Author Share Posted April 21, 2021 Maybe the broadcast team can learn to pronoun the Bills players correctly this time. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg S Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 I still think it will be Dallas. While I like the fact the Bills are getting prime time games and national exposure I still prefer 1:00 games for the Bills. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Costa Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 They play 4 big market teams. Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas & NYG . It’s all about the money 💰💰💰💰 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSE Posted April 21, 2021 Author Share Posted April 21, 2021 8 minutes ago, Paul Costa said: They play 4 big market teams. Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas & NYG . It’s all about the money 💰💰💰💰 Who in their right mind tunes in fot Bucks /Bears ? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mushypeaches Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 I think it's Dallas all the way. NBC will want to hype up Dak's return as well 1 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
17islongenough Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 No this game needs to be week 9 or week 10 so I can go when I'm in Tampa 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4merper4mer Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 29 minutes ago, mushypeaches said: I think it's Dallas all the way. NBC will want to hype up Dak's return as well This makes sense as does Buffalo but my guess is it will be Miami. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSE Posted April 21, 2021 Author Share Posted April 21, 2021 This will be the first game back for Star Lotulelei so I think the Bucks / Bills game is likely 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiotAct Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 1 minute ago, HOUSE said: This will be the first game back for Star Lotulelei so I think the Bucks / Bills game is likely wait why would that play into it? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Comebackkid Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 3 minutes ago, HOUSE said: This will be the first game back for Star Lotulelei so I think the Bucks / Bills game is likely I hope star didn't follow the Darius offseason fitness regimen 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSE Posted April 21, 2021 Author Share Posted April 21, 2021 1 minute ago, RiotAct said: wait why would that play into it? gotcha 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giuseppe Tognarelli Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 Heavy implications that KC, TB, NO, and NE will be primetime games. I love the Bills on the road in primetime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALLEN1QB Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 Screw TB & TB!!! Bring em on! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mannc Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 It would be nice to not play in Tampa on opening night. September games in Florida are especially tough because of the weather... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 1 hour ago, JaCrispy said: And Brady always seems to start the season off slow... He might still be drunk from that white Claw he had at the parade 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan130 Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 1 hour ago, Buftex said: Remember the days, not so long ago, where the release of the schedule was one of the most exciting days of the season for us? It still is for me haha I love the NFL schedule release! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TFBillsfan Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 17 minutes ago, Giuseppe Tognarelli said: Heavy implications that KC, TB, NO, and NE will be primetime games. I love the Bills on the road in primetime. The Bills are deserving of a few HOME primetime games this year! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kwai San Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 15 minutes ago, mannc said: It would be nice to not play in Tampa on opening night. September games in Florida are especially tough because of the weather... I was gonna say the same - gonna be BRUTAL hot and humid down here in the beginning of September...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Vader Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 1 hour ago, Buftex said: Remember the days, not so long ago, where the release of the schedule was one of the most exciting days of the season for us? I remember when it was released and you didn't know about it until you got the morning newspaper. I also remember that you didn't have to wait this long for the schedule to be announced. It's nice that the Bills are "in the conversation" for the Kickoff Game, but it's going to be Dallas. I just don't see the NFL or the networks wanting to start the season with an AFC Vs. NFC game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frostbitmic Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 Two reasons why the Bills won't be the seasons opening game. 1. The league doesn't want Brady losing week 1 2. The league needs its yearly opening week game of the Bills vs the Jets My guess is Famous Jameis and his Saints vs his former team, the Bucs, and his awesomeness Tom Brady. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg S Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 1 minute ago, frostbitmic said: Two reasons why the Bills won't be the seasons opening game. 1. The league doesn't want Brady losing week 1 2. The league needs its yearly opening week game of the Bills vs the Jets My guess is Famous Jameis and his Saints vs his former team, the Bucs, and his awesomeness Tom Brady. Might as well open up against our "friends" in green and white. I like starting the year 1-0. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aceman_16 Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 2 hours ago, HOUSE said: Maybe the broadcast team can learn to pronoun the Bills players correctly this time. Hoping they are all "he and his"! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Caveman Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 I've got some airline miles expiring in June, can't wait until the schedule comes out so I can start booking some stuff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dorquemada Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 53 minutes ago, Greg S said: Might as well open up against our "friends" in green and white. I like starting the year 1-0. ugh. that means at least a couple months of hot takes by the smooth brains in the media about the jets surprising the Bills Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msw2112 Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 I'd prefer to NOT play Tampa in week 1. As noted above, the weather won't do the Bills any favors. Also, while the Bills have a good chance to win this game, Tampa is the SB Champ for a reason and they are obviously among the best teams in the league. The Bills could lose the game. I'd hate to start off the season in the hole. I'd rather pay a weaker team like the Jests, get to 1-0 and get into a groove before playing Tampa later in the season. It's a long season, so there's plenty of time for prime time.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed_Formerly_of_Roch Posted April 22, 2021 Share Posted April 22, 2021 11 hours ago, Paul Costa said: It’s the best home game on their schedule. Talent wise certainly true, though Dallas and Giants may provide better ratings. But to the neutral fan Bills are an exciting team to watch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChronicAndKnuckles Posted April 22, 2021 Share Posted April 22, 2021 11 hours ago, HOUSE said: By Matt Parrino | mparrino@nyup.com Last season was the first time Buffalo Bills fans didn’t have to watch their team play against Tom Brady at least once in a season this century. But that will change in 2021 when the Bills travel to play the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. When will the game be? NFL VP of Broadcast Planning said on the “Sal Sports and Stuff” podcast that Buffalo is “absolutely in the conversation” to play the Tampa in the NFL season kickoff game. https://www.newyorkupstate.com/buffalo-bills/2021/04/bills-absolutely-in-conversation-to-play-super-bowl-champion-buccaneers-in-nfl-opener-says-schedule-maker.html If they lose I guess it'll be a wash considering we play Washington the last game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted April 22, 2021 Share Posted April 22, 2021 9 hours ago, Greg S said: Might as well open up against our "friends" in green and white. I like starting the year 1-0. Zach Wilson planning his bout with mono right now ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
78thealltimegreat Posted April 22, 2021 Share Posted April 22, 2021 13 hours ago, HOUSE said: By Matt Parrino | mparrino@nyup.com Last season was the first time Buffalo Bills fans didn’t have to watch their team play against Tom Brady at least once in a season this century. But that will change in 2021 when the Bills travel to play the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. When will the game be? NFL VP of Broadcast Planning said on the “Sal Sports and Stuff” podcast that Buffalo is “absolutely in the conversation” to play the Tampa in the NFL season kickoff game. https://www.newyorkupstate.com/buffalo-bills/2021/04/bills-absolutely-in-conversation-to-play-super-bowl-champion-buccaneers-in-nfl-opener-says-schedule-maker.html Gonna be Dallas...this has Bucs Cowboys written all over it but would not be surprised if like Bills Chiefs rematch was the Sunday night game 9 hours ago, msw2112 said: I'd prefer to NOT play Tampa in week 1. As noted above, the weather won't do the Bills any favors. Also, while the Bills have a good chance to win this game, Tampa is the SB Champ for a reason and they are obviously among the best teams in the league. The Bills could lose the game. I'd hate to start off the season in the hole. I'd rather pay a weaker team like the Jests, get to 1-0 and get into a groove before playing Tampa later in the season. It's a long season, so there's plenty of time for prime time.... Bills Chiefs rematch calling it for Sunday Night week 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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