elijah Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 https://www.nfl.com/_amp/ranking-all-32-rb1s-heading-into-2021-ezekiel-elliott-just-misses-top-five?campaign=Twitter_atn&__twitter_impression=true They put Singletary as the 31st running back??? ”The Bills have had a real problem with their run game and they need a reliable player at the position. Devin Singletary and Zack Moss have each had their moments but neither player has shown any consistency. Right now, Josh Allen is the best rusher on the team. That really bothers me as a former running back. The Bills' backfield really needs to step it up, and Singletary has the most experience. The time is now.” The disrespect is getting unruly. It seems that every national media outlet continuously finds a way to take a dump on Buffalo. No one ever acknowledges us as the biggest competitor to the Chiefs. It’s clear that Singletary is a top 5 RB with Moss not far behind. Smh as always it’s Buffalo vs Everybody. 1 1 12 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royale with Cheese Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 1 minute ago, elijah said: https://www.nfl.com/_amp/ranking-all-32-rb1s-heading-into-2021-ezekiel-elliott-just-misses-top-five?campaign=Twitter_atn&__twitter_impression=true They put Singletary as the 31st running back??? ”The Bills have had a real problem with their run game and they need a reliable player at the position. Devin Singletary and Zack Moss have each had their moments but neither player has shown any consistency. Right now, Josh Allen is the best rusher on the team. That really bothers me as a former running back. The Bills' backfield really needs to step it up, and Singletary has the most experience. The time is now.” The disrespect is getting unruly. It seems that every national media outlet continuously finds a way to take a dump on Buffalo. No one ever acknowledges us as the biggest competitor to the Chiefs. It’s clear that Singletary is a top 5 RB with Moss not far behind. Smh as always it’s Buffalo vs Everybody. 1 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg S Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 They are not wrong. Allen was the most effective runner and that's a problem when he is your QB. With the exception of Allen the Bills running game sucked. 6 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Wiz Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 That's not disrespect. That's the truth. The running game outside of Allen has been bad for a few years. They do have a big run every now and then but haven't shown much improvement overall. 3 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewEra Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 Singletary is probably outside of the top 40 RBs. 4 3 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed_Formerly_of_Roch Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 16 minutes ago, elijah said: https://www.nfl.com/_amp/ranking-all-32-rb1s-heading-into-2021-ezekiel-elliott-just-misses-top-five?campaign=Twitter_atn&__twitter_impression=true They put Singletary as the 31st running back??? ”The Bills have had a real problem with their run game and they need a reliable player at the position. Devin Singletary and Zack Moss have each had their moments but neither player has shown any consistency. Right now, Josh Allen is the best rusher on the team. That really bothers me as a former running back. The Bills' backfield really needs to step it up, and Singletary has the most experience. The time is now.” The disrespect is getting unruly. It seems that every national media outlet continuously finds a way to take a dump on Buffalo. No one ever acknowledges us as the biggest competitor to the Chiefs. It’s clear that Singletary is a top 5 RB with Moss not far behind. Smh as always it’s Buffalo vs Everybody. My god, we need to start rioting in the streets! This is outrageous. We all need to stop attending games until the media takes us serious, boycott the stadium. Lets show them we mean business! 1 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royale with Cheese Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 11 minutes ago, The Wiz said: That's not disrespect. That's the truth. The running game outside of Allen has been bad for a few years. They do have a big run every now and then but haven't shown much improvement overall. Our RB was pretty good in 2019. Singletary looked good....he was at 5.1 ypc. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridgewaycynic2013 Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 (edited) 20 minutes ago, elijah said: It’s clear that Singletary is a top 5 RB with Moss not far behind. Smh as always it’s Buffalo vs Everybody. With that paragraph, I think it's going to be TSW vs. you. Edited July 2, 2021 by Ridgewaycynic2013 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsbackto81 Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 13 minutes ago, Greg S said: They are not wrong. Allen was the most effective runner and that's a problem when he is your QB. With the exception of Allen the Bills running game sucked. They were 20th out of 32 teams. Sucked is kinda strong, but it's your opinion and certainly justified as they were definitely underwhelming. They did have better numbers than 4 other playoff teams including the SB champs. Scheme and play design is as much of a factor as personnel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg S Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 1 minute ago, billsbackto81 said: They were 20th out of 32 teams. Sucked is kinda strong, but it's your opinion and certainly justified as they were definitely underwhelming. They did have better numbers than 4 other playoff teams including the SB champs. Scheme and play design is as much of a factor as personnel. I see your point. Maybe that is to strong of a word but the 20th ranking was mostly because of Allen. Maybe underwhelming is a better word. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Almighty Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 16 minutes ago, NewEra said: Singletary is probably outside of the top 40 RBs. That may be a bit high. Stop being a homer 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsbackto81 Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 Just now, Greg S said: I see your point. Maybe that is to strong of a word but the 20th ranking was mostly because of Allen. Maybe underwhelming is a better word. Very true. But the Ravens were #1 because of Jackson. I get it though, when your QB is your biggest rushing threat there's a problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCBills Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 (edited) On Offense: We have a stud QB, stud #1 WR, a top end Slot WR and a good #2 WR and #3 WR, with an above average pass blocking OL. Everything else is fair game. Run blocking could absolutely improve. So can the RB’s and our TE play, but they’re all valid questions/criticisms until we start playing and getting answers. Edited July 2, 2021 by SCBills 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg S Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 (edited) 11 minutes ago, SCBills said: On Offense: We have a stud QB, stud #1 WR, a top end Slot WR and a good #2 WR and #3 WR, with an above average pass blocking OL. Everything else is fair game. Run blocking could absolutely improve. So can the RB’s and our TE play, but they’re all valid questions/criticisms until we start playing and getting answers. Obviously the Bills offense runs thru Allen and the passing game. The biggest concern with the run game is can it be effective when we need it. For example 3rd and 1 or 4th and 1 and we need to convert for a first down. So many times they failed in short yardage situations in recent years. Also what happens when its getting late in the 4th Q and the Bills have the lead and the ball. You are going to want to run it to control the clock. I expect the Bills will be leading in most of their games in the 4th Q this season. Having an effective run game would really help here. Edited July 2, 2021 by Greg S 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
First Round Bust Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 devils advocate with the Bills O based on collection of off-season analysis: 1.Given that Josh had dramatic improvement last season the critics are saying no way he can better.. 2. pundits say more likely levels off, due to defenses sticking more attention to Diggs, better defensive film review, rosters and play esp in division, road crowd noise will have some impact compared to last season empty stadiums ? 3. Our O has emphasis on the pass, so OL not built to run the ball - Morse is more mobile and finese, not physical enough to push and run-block bigger DTs effectively, and our guards and RBs are mediocre. 4. Bills to address the details of too many negative run plays and add more diverse and shorter routes (slants) which could use more support from the TE position which is still a question as far as quality and depth...can the Bills work the middle of the field more than last season ? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mushypeaches Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 My god, we only scored 500 points last year! Our RB's suck! Our OL sucks! Better get Daboll to start calling better plays! We can't close out games! The sky is falling! SMFH 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Comebackkid Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 The problem with the bills rushing when using running backs was scheme. I delayed handoff with an offensive line that doesn't block very well does not work. A blind man could have told you when the bills were going to rush last year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malazan Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 Has anyone called the police yet? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridgewaycynic2013 Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 1 minute ago, jeremy2020 said: Has anyone called the police yet? Police? I thought in cases of a bad review of the team, one calls the Wahhhhmbulance. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Solomon Grundy Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 1 hour ago, elijah said: https://www.nfl.com/_amp/ranking-all-32-rb1s-heading-into-2021-ezekiel-elliott-just-misses-top-five?campaign=Twitter_atn&__twitter_impression=true They put Singletary as the 31st running back??? ”The Bills have had a real problem with their run game and they need a reliable player at the position. Devin Singletary and Zack Moss have each had their moments but neither player has shown any consistency. Right now, Josh Allen is the best rusher on the team. That really bothers me as a former running back. The Bills' backfield really needs to step it up, and Singletary has the most experience. The time is now.” The disrespect is getting unruly. It seems that every national media outlet continuously finds a way to take a dump on Buffalo. No one ever acknowledges us as the biggest competitor to the Chiefs. It’s clear that Singletary is a top 5 RB with Moss not far behind. Smh as always it’s Buffalo vs Everybody. TRUTH HURTS 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whorlnut Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 1 hour ago, elijah said: https://www.nfl.com/_amp/ranking-all-32-rb1s-heading-into-2021-ezekiel-elliott-just-misses-top-five?campaign=Twitter_atn&__twitter_impression=true They put Singletary as the 31st running back??? ”The Bills have had a real problem with their run game and they need a reliable player at the position. Devin Singletary and Zack Moss have each had their moments but neither player has shown any consistency. Right now, Josh Allen is the best rusher on the team. That really bothers me as a former running back. The Bills' backfield really needs to step it up, and Singletary has the most experience. The time is now.” The disrespect is getting unruly. It seems that every national media outlet continuously finds a way to take a dump on Buffalo. No one ever acknowledges us as the biggest competitor to the Chiefs. It’s clear that Singletary is a top 5 RB with Moss not far behind. Smh as always it’s Buffalo vs Everybody. You do realize it’s “clear” that Singletary is not very good, right? He’s slow and can’t catch a screen pass in pressure situations. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Florida Bills Fanatic Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 36 minutes ago, billsbackto81 said: They were 20th out of 32 teams. Sucked is kinda strong, but it's your opinion and certainly justified as they were definitely underwhelming. They did have better numbers than 4 other playoff teams including the SB champs. Scheme and play design is as much of a factor as personnel. I agree with you. They seem to run a strange mix of stretch plays and straight power runs. Both Singletary and Moss seem to get better results from the straight power runs. It may be that neither has the speed to beat the pursuit to the outside on stretch plays. It may also be that the o-line doesn't handle a zone blocking scheme very well. I believe most of the blame should be on the running play design and the o-line performance. Since the Bills didn't draft another running back, it seams that Beane and McD may see it the same way. It's incumbent on Daboll to see where the running game breaks down and make changes. He also needs to call enough running plays to make the play action passes seem like a plausible threat. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nucci Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 (edited) 1 hour ago, elijah said: https://www.nfl.com/_amp/ranking-all-32-rb1s-heading-into-2021-ezekiel-elliott-just-misses-top-five?campaign=Twitter_atn&__twitter_impression=true They put Singletary as the 31st running back??? ”The Bills have had a real problem with their run game and they need a reliable player at the position. Devin Singletary and Zack Moss have each had their moments but neither player has shown any consistency. Right now, Josh Allen is the best rusher on the team. That really bothers me as a former running back. The Bills' backfield really needs to step it up, and Singletary has the most experience. The time is now.” The disrespect is getting unruly. It seems that every national media outlet continuously finds a way to take a dump on Buffalo. No one ever acknowledges us as the biggest competitor to the Chiefs. It’s clear that Singletary is a top 5 RB with Moss not far behind. Smh as always it’s Buffalo vs Everybody. Surely you can't be serious....People like you make it Buffalo vs Everybody. The national media love this team Edited July 2, 2021 by nucci Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WIDE LEFT Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 For so many of our “drought” years, the Bills had a very highly ranked running game. Top 5 on many occasions. McCoy, Fred Jackson, Lynch et al. It got us nowhere. Sure it would be great to have both a top passing offense AND a top running offense, but that rarely happens, for many good reasons. It should be clear to all that in the modern NFL, it’s the passing offense that carries the day. Time to stop obsessing about our poor run game - we were one game from the Super Bowl with our current offense. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsbackto81 Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 2 minutes ago, Florida Bills Fanatic said: I agree with you. They seem to run a strange mix of stretch plays and straight power runs. Both Singletary and Moss seem to get better results from the straight power runs. It may be that neither has the speed to beat the pursuit to the outside on stretch plays. It may also be that the o-line doesn't handle a zone blocking scheme very well. I believe most of the blame should be on the running play design and the o-line performance. Since the Bills didn't draft another running back, it seams that Beane and McD may see it the same way. It's incumbent on Daboll to see where the running game breaks down and make changes. He also needs to call enough running plays to make the play action passes seem like a plausible threat. That right there is spot on. Until those 2 units get in sync the underwhelming results will continue. It's on Daboll to ease up on the pass happy love affair and establish a competent run game to keep defenses honest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JakeFrommStateFarm Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 Singletary is a top 5 running back ? But seriously Breida can be a huge upgrade Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 1 hour ago, elijah said: https://www.nfl.com/_amp/ranking-all-32-rb1s-heading-into-2021-ezekiel-elliott-just-misses-top-five?campaign=Twitter_atn&__twitter_impression=true They put Singletary as the 31st running back??? ”The Bills have had a real problem with their run game and they need a reliable player at the position. Devin Singletary and Zack Moss have each had their moments but neither player has shown any consistency. Right now, Josh Allen is the best rusher on the team. That really bothers me as a former running back. The Bills' backfield really needs to step it up, and Singletary has the most experience. The time is now.” The disrespect is getting unruly. It seems that every national media outlet continuously finds a way to take a dump on Buffalo. No one ever acknowledges us as the biggest competitor to the Chiefs. It’s clear that Singletary is a top 5 RB with Moss not far behind. Smh as always it’s Buffalo vs Everybody. I'm just curious: by what metric is this clear? Singletary was 28th in Y/A and Moss 34 in Y/A last year. #37 and #43 in YPG which is arguably beyond their control in how many rushing attempts we had. I agree with Beane that it's unfair to single out the backs for the problems with the run game, but no question, they were part of the problem. By various metrics, Kyler Murray is the best rusher for AZ, Deshaun Watson is the best rusher for HOU, and Lamar Jackson is the best rusher for BAL; does that bother him as a former running back too? Or does it only bother him when the QB is Allen? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBill Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 It’s an opinion piece in the driest part of the offseason, who cares? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 6 minutes ago, BuffaloBill said: It’s an opinion piece in the driest part of the offseason, who cares? Disproven. Until today, it rained every single day of the last week and a half. 5.5 inches 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBill Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 Just now, Hapless Bills Fan said: Disproven. Until today, it rained every single day of the last week and a half. 5.5 inches Understood. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boxcar Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 The problem with this isn't disparaging the Bills' run game, it's holding Singletary almost solely responsible for its failure. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCBills Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 1 hour ago, mushypeaches said: My god, we only scored 500 points last year! Our RB's suck! Our OL sucks! Better get Daboll to start calling better plays! We can't close out games! The sky is falling! SMFH Nobody is saying that. Not even remotely. Expectations change. It’s now about staying on top of the AFCE and beating the other Super Bowl contenders. Run blocking, running backs and tight end play are all question marks heading into the season. Clearly we can still compete at a high level given an above average pass blocking OL, the ability and potential of Josh Allen, in addition to our stable of WR’s - but more out of the other elements and/or our Defense will be required to get past a team like Kansas City. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weatherman Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 (edited) 2 hours ago, NewEra said: Singletary is probably outside of the top 40 RBs. There are multiple teams that have a 3rd string RB arguably better than Singletary. Broncos, Bucs, Ravens, Raiders, and Jags come to mind. Edited July 2, 2021 by Weatherman 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ndirish1978 Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 Singletary disrespected the offense by fumbling key plays and generally not being good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gjv001 Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 Perhaps the best use of this NFL.com analysis is to post it in the Bills Oline and RB room. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malazan Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 1 hour ago, nucci said: Surely you can't be serious....People like you make it Buffalo vs Everybody. The national media love this team He's probably not and he wrote it in this way because he knew people would respond to it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chandler#81 Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 3 hours ago, elijah said: https://www.nfl.com/_amp/ranking-all-32-rb1s-heading-into-2021-ezekiel-elliott-just-misses-top-five?campaign=Twitter_atn&__twitter_impression=true They put Singletary as the 31st running back??? ”The Bills have had a real problem with their run game and they need a reliable player at the position. Devin Singletary and Zack Moss have each had their moments but neither player has shown any consistency. Right now, Josh Allen is the best rusher on the team. That really bothers me as a former running back. The Bills' backfield really needs to step it up, and Singletary has the most experience. The time is now.” The disrespect is getting unruly. It seems that every national media outlet continuously finds a way to take a dump on Buffalo. No one ever acknowledges us as the biggest competitor to the Chiefs. It’s clear that Singletary is a top 5 RB with Moss not far behind. Smh as always it’s Buffalo vs Everybody. CTFD, Son!🤦♂️ 1 hour ago, nucci said: Surely you can't be serious....People like you make it Buffalo vs Everybody. The national media love this team This. Plus, frankly, the Bills don’t gaf about the running game. We have ‘The Enigma’ at QB who will get every tough yard needed during a game. Ask Pete Carroll, Mike Tomlin, Nick Fangio or that has-been in Miami, Flores how concerned they are. We’re rewriting the rules, OP. Use ‘the Bull’ to run when he feels like it. Light up the skies otherwise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Putin Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 3 hours ago, elijah said: https://www.nfl.com/_amp/ranking-all-32-rb1s-heading-into-2021-ezekiel-elliott-just-misses-top-five?campaign=Twitter_atn&__twitter_impression=true They put Singletary as the 31st running back??? ”The Bills have had a real problem with their run game and they need a reliable player at the position. Devin Singletary and Zack Moss have each had their moments but neither player has shown any consistency. Right now, Josh Allen is the best rusher on the team. That really bothers me as a former running back. The Bills' backfield really needs to step it up, and Singletary has the most experience. The time is now.” The disrespect is getting unruly. It seems that every national media outlet continuously finds a way to take a dump on Buffalo. No one ever acknowledges us as the biggest competitor to the Chiefs. It’s clear that Singletary is a top 5 RB with Moss not far behind. Smh as always it’s Buffalo vs Everybody. It’s CLEAR Singletary is a top 5 RB ??? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blitzboy54 Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 Running game was a joke. Our best back was Antonio Williams. One of my only criticisms of McDermott is sticking with the depth chart instead of running with the hot hand at RB last year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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