Sierra Foothills Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 The Cheatriots; from 7-6 to 8-8. A fly in the ointment. HOWEVER, they can still be a MAJOR pain in our asses... If they beat us next week they secure a wild card spot so they're guaranteed to be super motivated against us. On top of that if they make the playoffs they'll be sure to want to make their season by beating us in the playoffs. If we beat Cinci tomorrow night, we'll have to decide how to approach week 18 vs NE based on the aforementioned situation . 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dma0034 Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 I don't know what's more fun. Watching the Pats trying to stop Allen or watching Max Jones try and move it against the Bills defense. 1 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billznut Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 15 minutes ago, Sierra Foothills said: The Cheatriots; from 7-6 to 8-8. A fly in the ointment. HOWEVER, they can still be a MAJOR pain in our asses... If they beat us next week they secure a wild card spot so they're guaranteed to be super motivated against us. On top of that if they make the playoffs they'll be sure to want to make their season by beating us in the playoffs. If we beat Cinci tomorrow night, we'll have to decide how to approach week 18 vs NE based on the aforementioned situation . If we beat Cincinnati tomorrow night we still need to win next week. We won’t be resting starters next week no matter what. We will still be fighting to determine what seed we end up. 4 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GolfandBills Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 17 minutes ago, Sierra Foothills said: The Cheatriots; from 7-6 to 8-8. A fly in the ointment. HOWEVER, they can still be a MAJOR pain in our asses... If they beat us next week they secure a wild card spot so they're guaranteed to be super motivated against us. On top of that if they make the playoffs they'll be sure to want to make their season by beating us in the playoffs. If we beat Cinci tomorrow night, we'll have to decide how to approach week 18 vs NE based on the aforementioned situation . Are we scared of the Patriots again? 1 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sierra Foothills Posted January 2, 2023 Author Share Posted January 2, 2023 Yes, because they won today, KC could still finish with a better record than us if we go 1-1 and they win their last game. Nevertheless, in a worst-case scenario New England could make their season by ruining ours. 1 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warcodered Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 Beating them next week not only might knock them out of the playoffs but will give them a losing record, we should be motivated just to do that at minimum. 3 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GunnerBill Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 If NE beat us we are likely the #3 seed and therefore we won't see them again in the playoffs. Not sure how they can ruin anything. 1 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sierra Foothills Posted January 2, 2023 Author Share Posted January 2, 2023 2 minutes ago, GolfandBills said: Are we scared of the Patriots again? No I wouldn't say afraid. It's just that I'd recently seen a few things about the Patriots' quest for an unbeaten season in 2007 and the regular season finale against the Giants (which NE won). As we all know New England finished the regular season 16-0 but the Giants beat New England in the Super Bowl a few weeks later. Not afraid but just pointing out that New England could really be a pain in our asses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt_In_NH Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 26 minutes ago, Sierra Foothills said: The Cheatriots; from 7-6 to 8-8. A fly in the ointment. HOWEVER, they can still be a MAJOR pain in our asses... If they beat us next week they secure a wild card spot so they're guaranteed to be super motivated against us. On top of that if they make the playoffs they'll be sure to want to make their season by beating us in the playoffs. If we beat Cinci tomorrow night, we'll have to decide how to approach week 18 vs NE based on the aforementioned situation . There are no decisions. The one seed will be in play. End their season 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sierra Foothills Posted January 2, 2023 Author Share Posted January 2, 2023 4 minutes ago, GunnerBill said: If NE beat us we are likely the #3 seed and therefore we won't see them again in the playoffs. Not sure how they can ruin anything. It's that time of the evening so forgive me... if we won all our playoff games and New England won all of theirs, we would meet in the playoffs, no? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
par73 Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 If you saw that game today, the Patriots are horrible. No threats on offense, quarterback is less than mediocre. They played a Dolphins team that had no QB. One of the most boring games I ever slept through. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sierra Foothills Posted January 2, 2023 Author Share Posted January 2, 2023 1 minute ago, par73 said: If you saw that game today, the Patriots are horrible. No threats on offense, quarterback is less than mediocre. They played a Dolphins team that had no QB. One of the most boring games I ever slept through. I know... the Cheatriots* really, truly suck but sports is funny. Thats all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledInIllinois Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 (edited) 19 minutes ago, Sierra Foothills said: Yes, because they won today, KC could still finish with a better record than us if we go 1-1 and they win their last game. Nevertheless, in a worst-case scenario New England could make their season by ruining ours. Yeah... But who would you rather see in a possible playoff game: The Cheats or the Dolfelons... Which one is easier? Who would you rather see bounced if BFLo doesn't get a bye? Miami or NE*? 10 minutes ago, par73 said: If you saw that game today, the Patriots are horrible. No threats on offense, quarterback is less than mediocre. They played a Dolphins team that had no QB. One of the most boring games I ever slept through. But if Tua comes back for playoffs? If there's no chance at getting the bye, say Bills lose to Cincy and they flex the Pats* game to late game. Losing to NE* bounces the Phins. Edited January 2, 2023 by ExiledInIllinois 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The 9 Isles Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 Remember that fumble in the end zone against Minnesota? That close to none of this mattering. Such a ridiculous play call and when it happened I knew it would haunt us at the end of the season. It was a guaranteed win with 41 seconds to go but nope that would have been too easy. 1 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chongli Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 13 minutes ago, Sierra Foothills said: It's that time of the evening so forgive me... if we won all our playoff games and New England won all of theirs, we would meet in the playoffs, no? Yes, if they get in. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malazan Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 42 minutes ago, Sierra Foothills said: The Cheatriots; from 7-6 to 8-8. A fly in the ointment. HOWEVER, they can still be a MAJOR pain in our asses... If they beat us next week they secure a wild card spot so they're guaranteed to be super motivated against us. On top of that if they make the playoffs they'll be sure to want to make their season by beating us in the playoffs. If we beat Cinci tomorrow night, we'll have to decide how to approach week 18 vs NE based on the aforementioned situation Steelers need to win tonight (and next week) so we can beat Cincy and the Pats keeping all 3 AFC East teams out of the playoffs. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoHuddleKelly12 Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 I’m glad they have something to play for—that way when they lose it will hurt worse for them and be that much sweeter for us. Hoodie’s out the door legacy will be he couldn’t figure Josh out once it mattered. New England deserves that and more from us! 🤗 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warcodered Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 If there's a boogeyman in the AFC East it's not them anymore. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArtVandalay Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 52 minutes ago, Sierra Foothills said: The Cheatriots; from 7-6 to 8-8. A fly in the ointment. HOWEVER, they can still be a MAJOR pain in our asses... If they beat us next week they secure a wild card spot so they're guaranteed to be super motivated against us. On top of that if they make the playoffs they'll be sure to want to make their season by beating us in the playoffs. If we beat Cinci tomorrow night, we'll have to decide how to approach week 18 vs NE based on the aforementioned situation . No matter what happens this week we need a win for seeding unless both kc and cinci play before us and we know the layout 17 minutes ago, ExiledInIllinois said: Yeah... But who would you rather see in a possible playoff game: The Cheats or the Dolfelons... Which one is easier? Both are inferior to a true SB contender. It doesn't matter, they should roll both. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChronicAndKnuckles Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 35 minutes ago, Warcodered said: Beating them next week not only might knock them out of the playoffs but will give them a losing record, we should be motivated just to do that at minimum. We did it against Miami a couple seasons ago knocking them out of the playoffs. Would love to do it to New England. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DapperCam Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 15 minutes ago, The 9 Isles said: Remember that fumble in the end zone against Minnesota? That close to none of this mattering. Such a ridiculous play call and when it happened I knew it would haunt us at the end of the season. It was a guaranteed win with 41 seconds to go but nope that would have been too easy. Wait...what was the play call? The fumble was between the center-QB exchange. We never even saw the play. Are you saying it should have been a shotgun snap? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledInIllinois Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 (edited) 32 minutes ago, The 9 Isles said: Remember that fumble in the end zone against Minnesota? That close to none of this mattering. Such a ridiculous play call and when it happened I knew it would haunt us at the end of the season. It was a guaranteed win with 41 seconds to go but nope that would have been too easy. So was Cam Lewis batting ball down on 4th and a zillion miles, instead he was going for INT. Maybe... Just maybe, Bills have unfinished business to accomplish on the road for the Football Gods to be appeased? 😉 Edited January 2, 2023 by ExiledInIllinois Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GunnerBill Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 49 minutes ago, Sierra Foothills said: It's that time of the evening so forgive me... if we won all our playoff games and New England won all of theirs, we would meet in the playoffs, no? Ha, yes. I think that possibility is so remote as to not worry about it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billsfanatic8989 Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 Let's say we win tomorrow. KC plays on Saturday in Vegas. Let's pretend something crazy happens and Vegas wins. We go into Sunday knowing the 1 seed is ours. There is a possibility we rest starters. Or, we play starters and knock NE out. Thing is, I would much rather see NE down the road instead of Miami. There are pros/cons to resting starters. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsShredder83 Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 2 hours ago, Sierra Foothills said: It's that time of the evening so forgive me... if we won all our playoff games and New England won all of theirs, we would meet in the playoffs, no? Not before the 2nd round, which is a dream 2nd rd draw 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsShredder83 Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 30 minutes ago, Billsfanatic8989 said: Let's say we win tomorrow. KC plays on Saturday in Vegas. Let's pretend something crazy happens and Vegas wins. We go into Sunday knowing the 1 seed is ours. There is a possibility we rest starters. Or, we play starters and knock NE out. Thing is, I would much rather see NE down the road instead of Miami. There are pros/cons to resting starters. I dont think coaches think like that, not as the 1 seed. You dont play cute games to try and change who you draw. You do whats best for your team... could be rest starters. Could play them whole games, as to not get rusty over 2 weeks. Or, most likely, predetermined 2-3 drives on both sides, than yank em. You only consider why which of the 3 is best for your team, and dont let a team preference sway you. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GunnerBill Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 3 minutes ago, BillsShredder83 said: I dont think coaches think like that, not as the 1 seed. You dont play cute games to try and change who you draw. You do whats best for your team... could be rest starters. Could play them whole games, as to not get rusty over 2 weeks. Or, most likely, predetermined 2-3 drives on both sides, than yank em. You only consider why which of the 3 is best for your team, and dont let a team preference sway you. From previous years I suspect the Bills start everyone and begin pulling people out at a certain point. I agree the risk of sitting everyone in week 18 with the bye as well is two weeks of not playing. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cygnus99 Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 A blow out against the Patriots would be awesome , The Bills have done many times in the past in season's finales Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southern_Bills Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 If the Bills win tonight and KC loses on next Saturday, I fully hope we still play all starters to keep NE out just as an FU. Would make my day if we won it even if we didn't need it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hemma Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 So we need to multitask our worry stack. Jan 2 and the New Year is already exhausting. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rochesterfan Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 12 hours ago, Sierra Foothills said: The Cheatriots; from 7-6 to 8-8. A fly in the ointment. HOWEVER, they can still be a MAJOR pain in our asses... If they beat us next week they secure a wild card spot so they're guaranteed to be super motivated against us. On top of that if they make the playoffs they'll be sure to want to make their season by beating us in the playoffs. If we beat Cinci tomorrow night, we'll have to decide how to approach week 18 vs NE based on the aforementioned situation . If we beat Cincinnati- there is no decision on how to play week 18 - you go all out and eliminate NE and secure the #1 seed. Their motivation is irrelevant- the Bills win in Cincinnati they have to beat NE and let everything fall into place. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALLEN1QB Posted January 2, 2023 Share Posted January 2, 2023 12 hours ago, Sierra Foothills said: The Cheatriots; from 7-6 to 8-8. A fly in the ointment. HOWEVER, they can still be a MAJOR pain in our asses... If they beat us next week they secure a wild card spot so they're guaranteed to be super motivated against us. On top of that if they make the playoffs they'll be sure to want to make their season by beating us in the playoffs. If we beat Cinci tomorrow night, we'll have to decide how to approach week 18 vs NE based on the aforementioned situation . Sorry Patriots just don't scare me in the slightest!! Bring em on 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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