familykwi Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 Did they know there was NO WAY they would be participating that weekend? Tournaments the size of the one they are describing are booked a LONG time in advance. Likely before September. Interesting that the site is already booked that weekend. Many had Indy as the AFC South champs in preseason predictions. Ye of little faith I guess. Of course they were right Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJB Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bills!Win! Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 Rigged 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
That's No Moon Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 Where could they legitimately go, that they could book now, that wouldn't give a huge advantage to someone? Tennessee: (only if they are out tonight) Detroit? Theoretically Chicago is available but I can't see them doing that. Another way to look at it would be to give an equal disadvantage and try intentionally to go further away Atlanta? Charlotte? Jacksonville? (obvi only if they are out which we won't know until tomorrow night) New Orleans? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffaloboyinATL Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 13 minutes ago, familykwi said: Did they know there was NO WAY they would be participating that weekend? Tournaments the size of the one they are describing are booked a LONG time in advance. Likely before September. Interesting that the site is already booked that weekend. Many had Indy as the AFC South champs in preseason predictions. Ye of little faith I guess. Of course they were right Describing where? Care to share some details or a link? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ya Digg? Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 2 minutes ago, That's No Moon said: Where could they legitimately go, that they could book now, that wouldn't give a huge advantage to someone? Tennessee: (only if they are out tonight) Detroit? Theoretically Chicago is available but I can't see them doing that. Another way to look at it would be to give an equal disadvantage and try intentionally to go further away Atlanta? Charlotte? Jacksonville? (obvi only if they are out which we won't know until tomorrow night) New Orleans? I heard that Detroit is out because they are installing new turf. My completely uneducated guess is that they will choose a stadium from a team that isn’t in the AFC East, west, or north so they can avoid any perceived advantages for either team 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrBob806 Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 4 minutes ago, That's No Moon said: Where could they legitimately go, that they could book now, that wouldn't give a huge advantage to someone? Tennessee: (only if they are out tonight) Detroit? Theoretically Chicago is available but I can't see them doing that. Another way to look at it would be to give an equal disadvantage and try intentionally to go further away Atlanta? Charlotte? Jacksonville? (obvi only if they are out which we won't know until tomorrow night) New Orleans? Cleveland or Pittsburgh 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WyoAZBillfan Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 Vegas according to tv folks earlier lol 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
That's No Moon Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 6 minutes ago, DrBob806 said: Cleveland or Pittsburgh No shot they throw Bills fans that cookie 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrBob806 Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 If the game gets put in a dome, that's crazy. They already gave the Bills a favor by moving a game to Detroit, when it could have been played outside. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StHustle Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 15 minutes ago, Bills!Win! said: Rigged My question to you and all you other conspiracy theorists is why are you still fans then?? And I’m assuming you’re a fan cause you’re here. If you’re here and not a fan that’s just weird as hell. If you really feel the NFL is rigged then go find something better to do with your time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrBob806 Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 2 minutes ago, That's No Moon said: No shot they throw Bills fans that cookie Probably correct. Our cookie jar is just about empty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GolfandBills Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 Pittsburgh or Nashville 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bills!Win! Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 11 minutes ago, StHustle said: My question to you and all you other conspiracy theorists is why are you still fans then?? And I’m assuming you’re a fan cause you’re here. If you’re here and not a fan that’s just weird as hell. If you really feel the NFL is rigged then go find something better to do with your time! sorry i should’ve known the internet can’t hear sarcasm with just words lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warriorspikes51 Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 21 minutes ago, WyoAZBillfan said: Vegas according to tv folks earlier lol that makes no sense. Makes it tougher for fans of both teams 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Ferguson Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 Their volleyball tournament is more important than the AFC title game. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
That's No Moon Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 (edited) 30 minutes ago, Ya Digg? said: I heard that Detroit is out because they are installing new turf. My completely uneducated guess is that they will choose a stadium from a team that isn’t in the AFC East, west, or north so they can avoid any perceived advantages for either team Makes sense to me. I don't think they will go further West either because that makes an imbalanced travel imposition which would eliminate LA, Phoenix, Vegas, and Denver. I don't think they use Chicago or Green Bay because of weather considerations. I don't think they go Northeast because of the imbalanced travel which eliminates NY, Boston, Cleveland, Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington forgetting the fact that some of those places could be hosting the NFC game. I don't think they use Minnesota, Tampa, Dallas, or San Fran because they could be hosting the NFC game. Seattle just doesn't make sense. That leaves us: Tennessee - outdoors, presumably not being used, Central Time, driving distance advantage KC by 100 miles Houston - domed, presumably not being used, Central Time Zone - driving distance advantage KC New Orleans - domed, presumably not being used, Central Time Zone - driving distance advantage KC Cincinnati - outdoors, Eastern Time - driving distance advantage Buffalo, there is NO SHOT they put this game on this field. None. Zero. Charlotte - outdoors, Eastern Time - driving distance advantage Buffalo Atlanta - domed, Eastern Time - driving distance advantage KC, but it's less than 100 miles difference. Flights are easy for both. Jacksonville - outdoors, Eastern Time - driving distance advantage darned near equal They can go to Miami - it's the only way that stadium will see an AFC Championship game anytime soon. 5 minutes ago, Joe Ferguson said: Their volleyball tournament is more important than the AFC title game. They are a paying customer with a contract. Edited January 8, 2023 by That's No Moon 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Krentist Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 Pittsburgh would be nice. Damar is from PA! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boyst Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 2 minutes ago, That's No Moon said: Makes sense to me. I don't think they will go further West either because that makes an imbalanced travel imposition which would eliminate LA, Phoenix, Vegas, and Denver. I don't think they use Chicago or Green Bay because of weather considerations. I don't think they go Northeast because of the imbalanced travel which eliminates NY, Boston, Cleveland, Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington forgetting the fact that some of those places could be hosting the NFC game. I don't think they use Minnesota, Dallas, LA, or San Fran because they could be hosting the NFC game. Seattle just doesn't make sense. That leaves us: Tennessee - outdoors, presumably not being used, Central Time, driving distance advantage KC by 100 miles Houston - domed, presumably not being used, Central Time Zone - driving distance advantage KC New Orleans - domed, presumably not being used, Central Time Zone - driving distance advantage KC Cincinnati - outdoors, Eastern Time - driving distance advantage Buffalo, there is NO SHOT they put this game on this field. None. Zero. Charlotte - outdoors, Eastern Time - driving distance advantage Buffalo Atlanta - domed, Eastern Time - driving distance advantage KC, but it's less than 100 miles difference. Flights are easy for both. Jacksonville - outdoors, Eastern Time - driving distance advantage darned near equal They are a paying customer with a contract. The travel to these places is to be considered. I expect ATL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boatdrinks Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 26 minutes ago, GolfandBills said: Pittsburgh or Nashville I’d take either over Vegas by a mile. Atlanta and Charlotte as well 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussie Joe Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 Play it at Chicago for some “proper football weather” With a bit of luck you could get another Fog Bowl.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 BTW, that’s why you build an indoor stadium. Indy hosts a boatload of events at Lucas Oil Field. (okay— I am done complaining about our stadium plans). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussie Joe Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 28 minutes ago, That's No Moon said: They can go to Miami - it's the only way that stadium will see an AFC Championship game anytime soon. Would they have to toss a coin to decide who gets the shaded side of the field? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
That's No Moon Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 2 minutes ago, Aussie Joe said: Would they have to toss a coin to decide who gets the shaded side of the field? either way, you're still in Miami so you lose. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djp14150 Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 They likely do nashville for a site. remember— it’s more than stadium availability going on in saying a site is/ isn’t available. with many downtown stadiums/ arenas/ event centers use the same parking lots. It’s a major strain to do it on a city. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HerdMentality Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 The Big House in Ann Arbour is available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussie Joe Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 3 minutes ago, djp14150 said: They likely do nashville for a site. remember— it’s more than stadium availability going on in saying a site is/ isn’t available. with many downtown stadiums/ arenas/ event centers use the same parking lots. It’s a major strain to do it on a city. I have been to Nashville for a Bills game,,, can definitely recommend it … Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
That's No Moon Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 4 minutes ago, HerdMentality said: The Big House in Ann Arbour is available. They winterized that stadium more than a month ago. I remember discussing this and what they do with college stadiums, and how big a deal it is to undo it, when the Metrodome collapsed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djp14150 Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 2 minutes ago, Aussie Joe said: I have been to Nashville for a Bills game,,, can definitely recommend it … I go r to the last two where fans can go. My brother lives a mile or so from downtown 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unbillievable Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 Hawaii. London. Toronto. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boatdrinks Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 2 hours ago, HerdMentality said: The Big House in Ann Arbour is available. The NFL has gotten away from using College facilities to host games. It won’t be considered an option. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeGOATski Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 2 hours ago, Miyagi-Do Karate said: BTW, that’s why you build an indoor stadium. Indy hosts a boatload of events at Lucas Oil Field. (okay— I am done complaining about our stadium plans). It's not about roof vs no roof, it's about the size and infrastructure of the city. Indianapolis is like 3-4 times larger than Buffalo. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simpleman Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 (edited) If the NFL preferred the Indy stadium I would assume the 2nd choice is Houston. Indy has a domed retractable roof, like Houston. The downside is that it does not have grass but turf, but neither did Indy. They have hosted Superbowls there in the past so they know it and the surrounding area works for a Superbowl-sized crowd. It is an AFC team, so they get to reward an AFC team financially with a big game. Other than an AFC West coast team stadium, it geographically makes fairer sense. It is in the central time zone, not the East or west time zone for time balance. If it is available, it makes the most sense business-wise for the NFL, and the NFL is all about business. Edited January 8, 2023 by simpleman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GunnerBill Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 They won't go to Nashville. The NFL doesn't like that stadium hence the Titans are in the process of building a new one. It is one of the least modern stadiums in the league. Houston or Atlanta makes sense to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussie Joe Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 (edited) 4 minutes ago, GunnerBill said: They won't go to Nashville. The NFL doesn't like that stadium hence the Titans are in the process of building a new one. It is one of the least modern stadiums in the league. Houston or Atlanta makes sense to me. And other rumours are that they will pick an outdoor stadium as the three teams potentially affected play in outdoor stadiums.. Edited January 8, 2023 by Aussie Joe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GunnerBill Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 4 minutes ago, Aussie Joe said: And other rumours are that they will pick an outdoor stadium as the three teams potentially affected play in outdoor stadiums.. I struggle to see an outdoor venue that makes sense though. Maybe Charlotte? That is an older stadium too but I believe is in better nick than Tennessee. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
machine gun kelly Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 6 hours ago, That's No Moon said: Where could they legitimately go, that they could book now, that wouldn't give a huge advantage to someone? Tennessee: (only if they are out tonight) Detroit? Theoretically Chicago is available but I can't see them doing that. Another way to look at it would be to give an equal disadvantage and try intentionally to go further away Atlanta? Charlotte? Jacksonville? (obvi only if they are out which we won't know until tomorrow night) New Orleans? Selfishly, if the Bucs are knocked out, and they will be, Tampa is almost certainly going to have nice weather amd a frequent location for big events. The daytime parade typically happens around that weekend which is insane as the Pirates invade Tampa, and there is always half a million people with open container lifted partying throwing beads for girls lifting their tops, etc. Its the dry season for Tampa, so there little to no chance there would be wind, rain, or lightning. It will probably be in the 70’s to 80’s, amd it’s pretty much sunny everyday at this time of the year. A great weekend to go deep sea fishing, partying with Tampans, and enjoying one of the top 10 beaches in the world by vote in Clearwater. They rake that beach every morning so that is why there is little to no rocks, sticks, dead fish. That white sand is like powder. Oh and BTW, there are thousands of transplant locals from Buffalo here. It would feel like a true home game and you can watch the game in you’re jersey, shorts, and flip flops. Just my two cents guys. I’ll take in a half dozen true TBDers as long as you bring you’re blow up mattress. Lastly, there are two bar/restaurants within a 1/2 mile of me that has fantastic wings, and the other place Beef on Weck. The BOW though is made with prime rib, to make it better amd the owner is from Buffalo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buddo Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 6 minutes ago, Aussie Joe said: And other rumours are that they will pick an outdoor stadium as the three teams potentially affected play in outdoor stadiums.. Tbh, I don’t think that matters. If the idea is for none of the three to get an advantage, then they are affected equally either indoors or out. If one of the teams actually played in a dome, then things would be more complicated, but as it stands, indoors or outdoors, doesn’t matter. Distance, availability, and the supporting infrastructure are much bigger concerns imho. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Negan Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 Atlanta or Nashville would be good picks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 7 hours ago, LeGOATski said: It's not about roof vs no roof, it's about the size and infrastructure of the city. Indianapolis is like 3-4 times larger than Buffalo. I am pretty sure Buffalo is big enough and has enough hotel capacity that it can host 90% of the events that Indy does, including an AFCCG and an NCAA volleyball tournament. Indianapolis is also really not that big of a city. I used to live out that way and they would count the population based on a much wider geographical region. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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