wjag Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 28 minutes ago, Beck Water said: I have no idea what McDaniel means by "compounding variables" and "no setbacks", so I don't think anyone could begin to guess. In the Tua thread I posted a couple links about Kevin Kolb. Kolb suffered a couple of concussions with Philly and with AZ that looked like nothing much, pretty routine, but kept him out for weeks. Then he reportedly suffered a concussion with the Bills in preseason that took him 8 MONTHS to recover from and has caused him lasting effects including ringing in his ears, light sensitivity causing headaches, and short-term memory loss. It's entirely possible that Tua is suffering similar lingering effects. Crosby in the NHL had one of those. He was out for an extended period of time. I think we have gotten used to the 2 weeks or less routine of the NFL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Low Positive Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 18 minutes ago, Generic_Bills_Fan said: Idk how they start him potentially missing three starting offensive linemen either. Even if he has no more lingering concussion effects, the reinjury risk is pretty high There are not enough practices left to clear him before Sunday. That’s why he’s out. But Bridgewater might play. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beck Water Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 (edited) 4 hours ago, ColoradoBills said: Lots of Miami OL on the DNP list along with Mostert. Without a huge QB threat, are people still expecting the Dolphins to "pound the rock" and sustain long drives? Well...they do have a WR group that is probably among the best, if not THE best, at being able to take a short pass and break big yards on it. That was a big part of Hill's threat in KC. At any time, Mahomes could throw a little slant or a screen and he could gain 30, 40, 50 yds on it or take it for a TD That wasn't really the Dolphins game with Tua (18th in YAC) but, it might be their game with Thompson or Bridgewater. Edited January 12, 2023 by Beck Water Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Best Williams Available Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 2 hours ago, FLFan said: Just a random thought - The best thing about the announcement that Tua will not play is that we are spared a week's worth of incessent whining about the the great Miami offense and weapons and the Bills inability to contain them, and the constant ball washing of Mike McDaniel, Boy Genius coming from the national media and the self loathing Bills fans around here. Perhaps we can all just relax and enjoy the butt whipping to come. There will be plenty of time come Sunday night to twist our collective panties into a knot over the juggernaut known as the Bengals. Yeah but now we’re in for a whole year of Dolphin fans “what ifs” telling us we’re lucky he was hurt or we wouldn’t have won the Super Bowl. I rather just steam roll them Sunday with Tua then suffer a year of that. *wink 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beck Water Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 Micah Hyde one-handing the football and looking at it like, "Well Hey There, Pretty Mama!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmotionallyUnstable Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 Anyone care to take a guess at how the defensive philosophy might be different with no Tua? Double down of the McFraiser style we’ve come to love and loathe? More zone, less pressures? More pressures, tighter press? More mixed coverages? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beck Water Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 5 minutes ago, FrenchConnection said: There are not enough practices left to clear him before Sunday. That’s why he’s out. But Bridgewater might play. There are, actually, if he's been "getting sweaty" (Stage 2) already. So it's either as some surmise here- a pre-determined decision to not play him because of the "bad optics" if they do and he gets hurt again OR He "got sweaty" doing his allowed aerobic exercise but suffered recurring symptoms and had to back off. McDaniel saying "no setbacks" would seem to preclude that, but Who Knows. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Wiz Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 (edited) Well it looks like they are gonna slaughter us. Especially like how the QB that they rode into the dirt doesn't show up on their graphic. Classy. Edited January 12, 2023 by The Wiz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Mark Vader Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 1 hour ago, SoCal Deek said: I’m game….what do you call it? A defensive touchdown or an interception for a touchdown. I know, very boring. I'm old school. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wyobills89 Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 im ready for some playoff hype videos. i think it was 2020 when they were coming all the time, they were great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 33 minutes ago, EmotionallyUnstable said: Anyone care to take a guess at how the defensive philosophy might be different with no Tua? Double down of the McFraiser style we’ve come to love and loathe? More zone, less pressures? More pressures, tighter press? More mixed coverages? If I am Miami, I am going heavy set and running the ball down our throats as much as possible. They ran it super effectively last game, and I think that is their only chance. Shorten the game, pound the rock, and maybe hope for a big play on a run or a playaction shot. So, if I am right, in terms of what we do on D, I think we will be down in the box more with single high, and being much more aggressive. 1 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CincyBillsFan Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 9 minutes ago, Miyagi-Do Karate said: If I am Miami, I am going heavy set and running the ball down our throats as much as possible. They ran it super effectively last game, and I think that is their only chance. Shorten the game, pound the rock, and maybe hope for a big play on a run or a playaction shot. So, if I am right, in terms of what we do on D, I think we will be down in the box more with single high, and being much more aggressive. With their best RB & O-line banged up that might be easier said then done. And the Bills can take more chances with their run defense knowing that Tua isn't throwing to Hill & Waddle. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Low Positive Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 9 minutes ago, Miyagi-Do Karate said: If I am Miami, I am going heavy set and running the ball down our throats as much as possible. They ran it super effectively last game, and I think that is their only chance. Shorten the game, pound the rock, and maybe hope for a big play on a run or a playaction shot. So, if I am right, in terms of what we do on D, I think we will be down in the box more with single high, and being much more aggressive. The reason they could run is because we were trying to stop those long passes to Hill and Waddle. If Bridgewater plays the Bills have to still do that. Teddy might suck, but he has an arm. If it’s Thompson, they can pack the box to stop the run and short passes. As it stands now, Fraser needs two game plans. 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewEra Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 2 hours ago, Augie said: I’ll thank you now. Progresso has the best soups, especially the minestrone. My wife makes a good middle eastern lentil soup with a name I could not begin to spell. 🤷♂️ It’s all about the pasta+ pecorino Romano cheese combo. The lentils are a nice accompaniment 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CEN-CAL17 Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 6 hours ago, YoloinOhio said: It’s an ongoing joke Can anyone explain the Cam Lewis Forearm reporting?! It’s been like 8 straight weeks “Cam Lewis Forearm Full practice” he’s been a full participant every day for weeks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warcodered Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 3 minutes ago, CEN-CAL17 said: Can anyone explain the Cam Lewis Forearm reporting?! It’s been like 8 straight weeks “Cam Lewis Forearm Full practice” he’s been a full participant every day for weeks. Bone infection. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 12 minutes ago, FrenchConnection said: The reason they could run is because we were trying to stop those long passes to Hill and Waddle. If Bridgewater plays the Bills have to still do that. Teddy might suck, but he has an arm. If it’s Thompson, they can pack the box to stop the run and short passes. As it stands now, Fraser needs two game plans. I haven’t listened yet to the cover 1 episode on this, but from their tweets, it seems like Miami week 15 run success was more than the bills just playing off. Dolphins were doing things schematically where they were winning in the run game. Just hope we have figured that out this time around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solomon Grundy Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 Bills need to keep focus and execute regardless of who's playing QB!! 4 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CNYfan Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 Remember Jeff Hostettler. Keep focused, humble, hungry and find a way. Waddle, Hill, Mostert and Giseki with a tough D. Big game 7 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GolfandBills Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 1 hour ago, EmotionallyUnstable said: Anyone care to take a guess at how the defensive philosophy might be different with no Tua? Double down of the McFraiser style we’ve come to love and loathe? More zone, less pressures? More pressures, tighter press? More mixed coverages? Muddy up the looks for the QB. Stop the run. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 1 minute ago, CNYfan said: Remember Jeff Hostettler. Keep focused, humble, hungry and find a way. Waddle, Hill, Mostert and Giseki with a tough D. Big game Thanks, but I’ve already spent thousands in therapy trying NOT to remember Jeff Hostettler! And that damn hand that held the ball when……. Every game scares me, and they have multiple guys who can score in a hurry. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan130 Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 (edited) 1 hour ago, EmotionallyUnstable said: Anyone care to take a guess at how the defensive philosophy might be different with no Tua? Double down of the McFraiser style we’ve come to love and loathe? More zone, less pressures? More pressures, tighter press? More mixed coverages? Sadly I think its going to remain fairly similar, at least to start the game. He is going to be worried about Hill/Waddle killing them, so I expect a lot of 2 deep safeties with nickel. IF Miami runs the ball well, then I think he will start creeping a safety down in the box and maybe will get Klein in the game on early downs. But I think his philiosphy doesn't change alot unfortunately as I think he is still going to be terrified of Hill/waddle beating them with explosive plays Edited January 12, 2023 by BillsFan130 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LOVEMESOMEBILLS Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 (edited) 1 hour ago, Wyobills89 said: im ready for some playoff hype videos. i think it was 2020 when they were coming all the time, they were great! Watch the offensive highlights of last year's playoffs. Nothing will get you more hyped than that. A total of 12 tds on only 16 drives and averaged 41.5 ppg. Legend has it that, statistically, it was the best QB play ever in a playoff year, and he became the 1st QB ever to throw at least 4 tds(5/4) in consecutive playoff games. Even in defeat he threw 4 tds, including 2 in the final 1:54. Crazy we lost in only the divisional round. There's no way we should've lost, not with Josh and the offense playing like that. I don't know how you would figure it out, but I would love to know the probability of a team losing in the 2nd round of the playoffs with the offense scoring tds on 12 of 16 drives. Edited January 12, 2023 by LOVEMESOMEBILLS 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevewin Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 1 hour ago, CEN-CAL17 said: Can anyone explain the Cam Lewis Forearm reporting?! It’s been like 8 straight weeks “Cam Lewis Forearm Full practice” he’s been a full participant every day for weeks. "long-lasting" bone infection - back from injury at UB https://www.si.com/nfl/bills/news/buffalo-cam-lewis-bone-infection-injury-preseason-preview-rumor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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AlfaBill Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 2 minutes ago, gobills404 said: What does RG3 know about the playoff’s? Lol. Seriously though, I think it depends on the teams. The Bills don’t have to out rush their opponent to win. I personally hate these simplistic cliche sayings. Offense wins games defends wins championships, is another one. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DapperCam Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 If the Dolphins are smart they will commit and stick to the run game. They were gashing us last matchup. Might not work as well because Tua is out, but it’s the only way they can keep it close IMO. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sestak4ever Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 I don't trust the Dolphin players or their coach. We need to build a quick lead and make it tough for them to even think they can get back into the game. They have played us dirty before and now their backs are up against a wall. Not sure what they might have up their sleeve, but I just don't trust them. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Generic_Bills_Fan Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 46 minutes ago, DapperCam said: If the Dolphins are smart they will commit and stick to the run game. They were gashing us last matchup. Might not work as well because Tua is out, but it’s the only way they can keep it close IMO. Won’t work nearly as well…dolphins pass out of heavy formations and the defense plays them with a relatively light box because they have to respect the speed of tyreek/waddle. It becomes less effective in the red zone even in ideal circumstances because the line of scrimmage naturally gets more clogged up when tyreek can’t take the top off the defense. that’s why we saw McDaniel attempt some throws on 3rd and short/medium down around the goal line. The threat of the passing game gives them a big time schematic advantage between the 20s and they’re still not a great rushing team. We had an awful night tackling or it would’ve gone significantly better for us. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L Ron Burgundy Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 1 hour ago, DapperCam said: If the Dolphins are smart they will commit and stick to the run game. They were gashing us last matchup. Might not work as well because Tua is out, but it’s the only way they can keep it close IMO. Or find a way to get Tyreek super involved. He can be a game wrecker pure and simple. He's too fast for any of our dbs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TDTT Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 2 hours ago, gobills404 said: I think this is confusing correlation and causation. Of course you would expect teams with more rushing yards to win, because teams with a lead are more likely to be running the ball to kill the clock. At the same time, teams that are behind will be more likely to throw the ball and give up in the run. RG3 needs a new stats guy. 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Generic_Bills_Fan Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 2 hours ago, AlfaBill said: What does RG3 know about the playoff’s? Lol. Seriously though, I think it depends on the teams. The Bills don’t have to out rush their opponent to win. I personally hate these simplistic cliche sayings. Offense wins games defends wins championships, is another one. We’ll see if his theory is correct lol baltimore should be his superbowl choice by those standards.. they are the best rushing offense and rushing defense in the afc playoffs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeGOATski Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 6 hours ago, HappyDays said: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeGOATski Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 5 hours ago, DapperCam said: If the Dolphins are smart they will commit and stick to the run game. They were gashing us last matchup. Might not work as well because Tua is out, but it’s the only way they can keep it close IMO. Mostert has been running like his hair is on fire and with Skylar starting, that offense will rely heavily on the run game. He has the broken thumb, though. This is shaping up to be a REALLY bad game for the Dolphins. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikemac2001 Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 9 hours ago, Mark Vader said: A defensive touchdown or an interception for a touchdown. I know, very boring. I'm old school. Pick 6 and scoop N Score are way better Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigvinny Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 6 hours ago, DapperCam said: If the Dolphins are smart they will commit and stick to the run game. They were gashing us last matchup. Might not work as well because Tua is out, but it’s the only way they can keep it close IMO. They were gashing us with Mostert. He broke his thumb 4 days ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshAllin Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 7 hours ago, gobills404 said: Too bad the team drafting number 1 and leading the league in rushing (da bears) isn't in the playoffs they'd have a 75% chance of taking it all 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nucci Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 7 hours ago, gobills404 said: these people need to get with the times...it's not the '70s Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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