For those who attended The Perfect Game live..

[ganesh]

1 hour ago, sodbuster said:

Greatest game I've ever been to. I started tailgating at about 12, felt pretty good all day.

 

I think the biggest reaction to a play was the Levi Wallace interception coming out of halftime. The crowd came entirely unglued. I think thats when everybody realized there was no hoodie black magic happening.

 

There were some empty seats in the upper deck, but I think a lot of them were people who bought the cheapest seats available and moved into the lower bowl bleacher sections where they had friends sitting. There were a lot of people in my section that I didn't recognize smashed into the seats of season ticket holders who were also there. Not that big of a deal. It's not like anybody sat down all night anyway.

It also appeared that the entire stadium was simply bent on standing for 3 hours watching the Bills and they all appeared to be very closely huddled together.

[GETTOTHE50]

I love reading all your guys experiences. Wish I was there 

[Generic_Bills_Fan]

7 hours ago, QB Bills said:

First of all, kudos to you for braving the elements. You certainly were rewarded. I'm sure I'm not alone in now regretting not going. 

 

How was the experience? Was it as cold and uncomfortable as had been forewarned?

 

How many empty seats? For all the talk of the game not selling out, it sure looked like a full house from the broadcast.

 

Any other interesting tidbits?

 

And yes, I'm trying to get "The Perfect Game" to become a thing. 

I couldn’t find any noticeable areas of empty seats even with the game in hand in the 3rd/4th quarters.  I was layered up nice and didn’t really feel cold at all…the feet got a little cold but I put a couple of those hand warmers in my boots which helped.  Couldn’t really tell how many pats fans there were because their jerseys look pretty similar to ours from long distance 😂 didn’t seem to be too many though.  They seem to insist on buying the red jerseys and we also have red jerseys of course haha 

Edited January 16, 2022 by Generic_Bills_Fan

[Captain Caveman]

I took a video of the final kneel down if you want to get more of a sense of what it was like

 

 

[RiotAct]

what they say about the concrete getting cold is no joke.  I had two pairs of socks on plus a handwarmer in the toe area of each of my boots and my toes were still pretty numb by the start of the 2nd half.  Had feeling again once I was back in the lots after the game.

 

 

Other than that, all good!   I wore gym shorts, heavyish cotton pajama pants and snow pants on my legs, and a long-sleeved T, hoodie, and winter jacket (nothing fancy, got it at Target for under $50) as my torso layer. 

[RiotAct]

3 hours ago, Watkins101 said:

 

My voice I pretty horse this morning. Not a single defensive play where every bills fans around were not screaming their heart out. I probably saw a total of 6 or 7 Pats* fans around my section. One was behind us in a group of 3 bills fans, one pats* fan, and they were giving the pats fan s*** the whole game. One of the fans next to us snuck in 4 meatball subs, and gave one to me in the 4th quarter. Not sure if it was the sub, or the sweet taste of victory, but best meatball sub I’ve had in my life.

LOL.  someone should start a “what were you able to sneak into the game?” thread.

 

So far, I got:

 

— 50mL “mini” of vodka

— 4 meatball subs (exact size unknown)

— ***** (exact size unknown)

[Captain Caveman]

Just now, RiotAct said:

LOL.  someone should start a “what were you able to sneak into the game?” thread.

 

So far, I got:

 

— 50mL “mini” of vodka

— 4 meatball subs (exact size unknown)

— ***** (exact size unknown)

Food / Meatball subs are allowed

[BRH]

3 hours ago, May Day 10 said:

It looked really packed. Actually not as many pats fans as normal.

 

I have a feeling we won’t be seeing as many of them making the trip for some time to come. For one thing, even if they wanted to, they wouldn’t be able to get tickets. 

Edited January 16, 2022 by BRH

[Tulsabillsfanz]

I love the thread title. I was just describing this game to a friend who is a big baseball fan in this baseball analogy:

 

Josh Allen just threw a no hitter/ perfect game & Buffalo won 15-0! 

[djp14150]

I was at the 51-3 game……

 

 

[davefan66]

Game and atmosphere was in incredible.

Got to the lot later than usual.  Don’t grill like we usually do, had subs.  Traffic was pretty rough coming in via 290, 190, 219.  

Lot was really cold.  Was dresses for it.  Layered and wore my brand new Carhartt Yukon jacket.  Was not warm, but with the temps wasn’t cold.  Lot was electric.  People were having a great time!

 

Covid check and gates were the worst I’ve seen.   Missed the player intros but saw Thurman and Jim.  Really great!  Best “Where else would you want to be than right here, right now!”  Brought me chills!!

 

Crowd was absolutely amazing!  Everyone was having a great time. You could tell the team was feeding off the crowd.  Every defensive play was awesome as the crowd was into it.  Level of crowd noise was pretty consistent throughout.  Was awesome to hear the crowd reaction to all our good plays.  Man the crowd was so tuned in!  Loved watching pats fans who are usually have some sort of snarky comment walk around with their heads down.  Nice!

 

It was the best event I’ve ever been to. Crowd was amazing and so into the game.  Everyone was having so much fun!  Was incredible watching the interactions between all the fans!  Truly amazing!  Was so freaking amazing!

Edited January 16, 2022 by davefan66

[RiotAct]

30 minutes ago, Captain Caveman said:

Food / Meatball subs are allowed

Oh I thought food wasn’t allowed anymore for some reason

[Tenhigh]

We had lunch at a bar downtown and got to the game at 430.  We joined a great tailgate with tents and space heaters. I was actually too hot at one point, had to shed layers.  Titos and touchdowns powered me through the game, I didn't feel cold at all. 

[Captain Caveman]

37 minutes ago, djp14150 said:

I was at the 51-3 game……

 

 

I was at both games, the Raiders game may have been better because it sent us to the Super Bowl, but last night was close because it was the Pats.

[BADOLBILZ]

4 hours ago, Coach Tuesday said:

The real question is would it have been nearly as epic in a dome?  I can’t imagine it would have.

 

Congrats to those of you who were there - this expat is supremely jealous.

 

 

It would have been just as epic either way.........just maybe louder.

 

But this was,  IMO the second best weather game of the entire season next to the Washington game........sunny in the afternoon........clear and beautiful at night.

 

Anyone can dress for dry, cold, no precipitation,  no wind............can't really get comfortable in the heat of the preseason game or the wet, windy sh*t we had all year.

 

Gotta' schedule all Bills playoff games with a mostly full moon.

[BADOLBILZ]

4 hours ago, Chris in MD said:

It was electric from start to finish.  Sat next to @Shaw66 and really enjoyed talking to him during the game.   I was at the 51-3 AFCG against the Raiders and this game rivaled it.  I’m still processing how good Josh and the offense were…complete domination of the Patriots and their defensive mastermind.

 

 

To me it felt like the beat down the Bills gave Shula in his last game..........which was also the last home playoff game we won with a full house of fans.

 

This Pats team was built on a huge free agent class just like that Dolphins team.    

 

Hope Belichick and Kraft have a falling out and he goes to NYG so this is the lasting memory.  

[djp14150]

1 hour ago, Captain Caveman said:

I was at both games, the Raiders game may have been better because it sent us to the Super Bowl, but last night was close because it was the Pats.

 

I also was at the Steelers game in 1991 52-34 game where Kelly and offense had more yardage.  Thst was a fun game where Steelers fans were in the stadium. In 4 th quarter stand fights broke out all over.

 

Marv wouldn’t have tried to get the last two TDs like Allen able to do so it’s hard to compare.  It’s hard to compare.

[twist_to_open]

As a suggestion, what about a separate game day thread for those tailgating and at the game who would be generous enough to post their observations and pics to share with those out of Towner's and those who can't attend?

[Ethan in Cleveland]

One of the best home games I've ever been to. The others were Bills Raiders coldest game ever, Bills stop Marino TD streak, and Biscuit's first game against Denver, and the comeback win over the Raiders by Fitz. 

 

It was dam cold. I was in 230 row 7. Heater right over head. Stood the entire game. Feet and face got cold but otherwise not bad. I did not see an empty seat in the entire place. Could not have been even 1% Patriots fan. 

 

Club food was a disappointment again. Beef on week was cold, hot dog terrible, and French fries were ok. They could serve similar food but it could be prepared so much better. Arizona has best club I've ever been to. Jets and Seahawks are good too. Oakland was the worst ever.  I've not been to Dallas or LA to comment on their club but I suspect it is good.

2 hours ago, davefan66 said:

Game and atmosphere was in incredible.

Got to the lot later than usual.  Don’t grill like we usually do, had subs.  Traffic was pretty rough coming in via 290, 190, 219.  

Lot was really cold.  Was dresses for it.  Layered and wore my brand new Carhartt Yukon jacket.  Was not warm, but with the temps wasn’t cold.  Lot was electric.  People were having a great time!

 

Covid check and gates were the worst I’ve seen.   Missed the player intros but saw Thurman and Jim.  Really great!  Best “Where else would you want to be than right here, right now!”  Brought me chills!!

 

Crowd was absolutely amazing!  Everyone was having a great time. You could tell the team was feeding off the crowd.  Every defensive play was awesome as the crowd was into it.  Level of crowd noise was pretty consistent throughout.  Was awesome to hear the crowd reaction to all our good plays.  Man the crowd was so tuned in!  Loved watching pats fans who are usually have some sort of snarky comment walk around with their heads down.  Nice!

 

It was the best event I’ve ever been to. Crowd was amazing and so into the game.  Everyone was having so much fun!  Was incredible watching the interactions between all the fans!  Truly amazing!  Was so freaking amazing!

Agree Covid and gates were terrible

[Nextmanup]

9 hours ago, Protocal69 said:

You guys who went to the game better save your  ticket stubs. They may be worth some money 30 years from now

It's a shame none of them will have ticket stubs! 

 

Historic ticket stubs are cool and only get better with age.

 

So much for "progress."

 

 

[T master]

13 hours ago, QB Bills said:

First of all, kudos to you for braving the elements. You certainly were rewarded. I'm sure I'm not alone in now regretting not going. 

 

How was the experience? Was it as cold and uncomfortable as had been forewarned?

 

How many empty seats? For all the talk of the game not selling out, it sure looked like a full house from the broadcast.

 

Any other interesting tidbits?

 

And yes, I'm trying to get "The Perfect Game" to become a thing. 

 

The only thing is it wasn't the perfect game because Bass missed 2 extra points .

 

It should be known as "The Boston Massacre" !! or "The Perfect Pat Down" .

[Motorin']

 

 

 

 

 

 

[34-78-83]

Never got cold during the game. Wore my arctic boots, ski pants and ski jacket with a hat and just standard layers underneath. The lack of wind was key.

 

Atmosphere was great! Loudest and most packed house of the season. Bills fans all around us ( very few Pats fans compared to what was being reported).

 

 Most exhilarating big game I’ve been to since 51-3.

 

 

 

[WhitewalkerInPhilly]

I hadn't been to a game since the 90s and it was nothing like I remember as a kid. It was so much louder. There was an incredible energy and people were constantly celebrating

[damj]

It was a blast. I never got cold. I brought a coat into the stadium which I didn't put on until halftime. 

 

Tailgating was great. We brought a trailer with generator, TV, propane heater and built a fire

[aceman_16]

I was warm. I really wanted to participate on the forums more but wasn't a big fan on taking my hands out of my gloves for that.

 

The oddest thing was watching people eat in the bathrooms (apparently to stay warm).

 

There were some Pats* fans there but not for long lol

[Bills fan since 87]

Probably have been to a hundred plus Bills games.  But never a playoff game.  I tried to talk some friends into going but could not so I rented a room in Hamburg and drove out from Rochester.  Flying solo (and because the cold) I did the bar thing so I could stay warm and watch the first game. Parked at Wings on California road and went inside to the bar.  I ordered a Blue Lite, shot of Jameson and some hot wings before my ass hit the stool.  By the way, I have to say the wings were awesome.  Just the right crisp.  Around 7 I tossed on my additional layers and walked to the stadium (such a loooog walk with no bridge but I still am glad I went to that bar)

 

Once in the stadium you could feel the buzz right away. And then, as others have said the stadium went dark.  What ensued was a 3 plus hour party where every fan in that stadium shared the joy and relief of 20 years.  I'm not a guy who really dances or sings.  Last night we ALL danced and sang all game long.  

 

Just a night i'll never forget.  Was it cold, yeah a bit.  Would I have changed a single thing about last night?  Never.

 

GO BILLS!!

[Richard Noggin]

I was NEVER cold for a moment. Granted, I over-prepared for the elements, but at times my gloves were off, my beard was wet with half frozen beer, and I was completely comfortable. No wind was the key. Heck, my 69 year old mother, that tough Sicilian legend, was right beside me the entire time (absolutely swaddled in layers and ski goggles and body warmers and sleeping bags, of course, but there to witness). 

 

It was awesome from start to finish.  

[Shaw66]

All of the above.  

 

Place was full and really loud.  

 

Very few people left.  

 

No ill effects from the weather. 

 

Most fun I've ever had at a football game. 

 

And yes, it was a perfect game.

 

Glad I didn't chicken out. 

Edited January 17, 2022 by Shaw66

[Warcodered]

 

[Old Coot]

18 hours ago, Protocal69 said:

They may be worth some money 30 years from now

30 years from now 200,000 guys will claim they were at the game

[Ridgewaycynic2013]

14 hours ago, Ridgewaycynic2013 said:

Death!

Also, criminals' bank manager who has to 'eat a grenade' in 'The Dark Knight'.

In the interest of accuracy, I got the two Buffalo Bills associated with acting mixed up.  The role of the Grim Reaper (Death) was Buffalo's William Sadler, in 'Bill and Ted's Bogus Journey'.  Mr. Fichtner was the bank manager as cited earlier, and has been more active in recent years.

[junior]

Easily the most fun I've ever had at a game.

 

The crowd was electric from the opening kickoff right on through to the final whistle. I don't think I sat down at all aside from halftime, which was perfectly OK with me. Stayed warm with:

 

- 4 pairs of pants

- 3 pairs of socks

- An unknown # of layers up top

- 2 sets of hand warmers and toe warmers 

- Gloves, hat, and scarf

 

But the key to the warmth? Cardboard under my feet. I usually start noticing how cold my feet are around half time, but I was good throughout. I'll never not bring cardboard again when it's < 30 degrees. 

[Richard Noggin]

3 minutes ago, junior said:

Easily the most fun I've ever had at a game.

 

The crowd was electric from the opening kickoff right on through to the final whistle. I don't think I sat down at all aside from halftime, which was perfectly OK with me. Stayed warm with:

 

- 4 pairs of pants

- 3 pairs of socks

- An unknown # of layers up top

- 2 sets of hand warmers and toe warmers 

- Gloves, hat, and scarf

 

But the key to the warmth? Cardboard under my feet. I usually start noticing how cold my feet are around half time, but I was good throughout. I'll never not bring cardboard again when it's < 30 degrees. 

I realized early on that I was OVER prepared. I was actually preparing like I was going skiing in the same conditions, which means that wind (even on a calm night) becomes a factor. So I had a face mask and ski goggles on top of all the other cold weather layers and warmers, to ensure NO EXPOSED SKIN. But truth be told, I never pulled the goggles down from my forehead, and rarely even covered my face with the mask. Heck, I had my gloves off much of the game. 

 

Still can't believe how comfortable I was in those temps.  

[Mark Vader]

42 minutes ago, Ridgewaycynic2013 said:

In the interest of accuracy, I got the two Buffalo Bills associated with acting mixed up.  The role of the Grim Reaper (Death) was Buffalo's William Sadler, in 'Bill and Ted's Bogus Journey'.  Mr. Fichtner was the bank manager as cited earlier, and has been more active in recent years.

Let us not forget Roger Van Zant from "Heat".

[BillnutinHouston]

Bills sent out virtual commemorative tickets to those who attended - pretty cool.

 

 

[NewEra]

21 hours ago, T master said:

 

The only thing is it wasn't the perfect game because Bass missed 2 extra points .

 

It should be known as "The Boston Massacre" !! or "The Perfect Pat Down" .

I’m surprised you didn’t make a thread about it!  Inc?

15 hours ago, Richard Noggin said:

I was NEVER cold for a moment. Granted, I over-prepared for the elements, but at times my gloves were off, my beard was wet with half frozen beer, and I was completely comfortable. No wind was the key. Heck, my 69 year old mother, that tough Sicilian legend, was right beside me the entire time (absolutely swaddled in layers and ski goggles and body warmers and sleeping bags, of course, but there to witness). 

 

It was awesome from start to finish.  

Love that you were able to kick it at the game with your moms.  👍🏻 A memory of a lifetime 

[eball]

Given the cold temps our group shifted to an indoor tailgate option, hanging out with some friends at their place in OP.  It was a good idea.  We got to a parking lot on Abbott by 7:15, and I was in the stadium before 7:45.  I was in the club section and I'm sure that alone made this a super spreader event...still waiting to see if I managed to escape Omicron.  Nobody inside the club was masked up, but I didn't expect them to be, either.  My seat was near one of the overhead heaters and while it provided a little bit of relief it was still very cold.  I'm an old pro at bundling for cold weather games so nothing on me was cold except my hands, whenever I removed my gloves.

 

I drove up to the game from NC by myself and while I had friends at the game all around the stadium they did not have extra seats so I sat by myself.  The group around me were awesome and by the middle of the 1st quarter we were already fast friends.  I really didn't drink at all at the game, as I wanted to completely savor the moment.  Couple of beers in the afternoon, then one hot chocolate and Skrewball at halftime.

 

This was the third best home game experience of my lifetime, trailing only 51-3 and The Comeback.  Given those games were 31 and 29 years ago, respectively, this felt particularly good.  There have been other games with more drama, but 51-3 is the most similar because of the overall feeling of euphoria that came over the crowd by halftime.  The 2nd half was one big coming out party.

 

So glad I made the trip; it's one I would have absolutely regretted not making.  Left OP at 7:30 on Sunday morning and lost about 90 minutes of time on bad roads in Virginia, but pulled into my driveway at 6:30 -- in time to watch the Dallas implosion live.

 

[Stank_Nasty]

i got there at noon.... i had fun. 

 

go bills.

[Dr.Mantis_Toboggan]

On 1/16/2022 at 5:55 AM, Limeaid said:

 

 

Saving electronic tickets.

Lots of box offices will still issue hard copies upon request. People get unripped tickets from historic games graded and then tend to sell for obscene amounts.