RiotAct Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 26 minutes ago, PromoTheRobot said: Are these game times actually true or just wishful thinking on Barry's part? I was hoping for a 1pm kickoff so I wouldn't need a hotel room. Just fly in and out. The neutral site will only happen if the Chiefs, Bills, or Bengals play each other. yep that should be accurate. They switch every year which conference gets the earlier Champ. game and which one gets the later game. Bills-Chiefs was the night game in 2020, so AFC is due again for the late game this season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 29 minutes ago, eball said: Looks like we're all staying at @Royale with Cheese's place! Don't forget @DrDawkinstein and @Augie !!! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirby Jackson Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 @Augie and @Royale with Cheeseare happy to open up their homes. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 “Neutral” is right. Can’t pick a more bland and character-lacking city than Atlanta. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 4 minutes ago, Gugny said: Don't forget @DrDawkinstein and @Augie !!! Actually, I hear @Royale with Cheese is a land Barron with a very accommodating estate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 Just now, Augie said: Actually, I hear @Royale with Cheese is a land Barron with a very accommodating estate. He doesn't even have a Butler's Pantry!! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warcodered Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 56 minutes ago, DaBillsFanSince1973 said: dolphins afcc game appearance? That's nice of the organization to buy them all tickets to see whoever's playing. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 2 minutes ago, Gugny said: He doesn't even have a Butler's Pantry!! That was a misunderstanding. He has two butlers, but only one pantry. They have to share. Sad, I know…… Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SydneyBillsFan Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 Why Atlanta which is so far away from both cities? Why not Indy, Cincy or even Chicago? Doesn't seem to me like the NFL took fans travel time and costs into consideration here. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warriorspikes51 Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 Wanted Volunteers Stadium or the Big House Ann Arbor. 100k fans would be awesome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dopey Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 5 hr drive for me, but I'd rather watch a real home game on tv. 🤞 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 (edited) 19 minutes ago, SydneyBillsFan said: Why Atlanta which is so far away from both cities? Why not Indy, Cincy or even Chicago? Doesn't seem to me like the NFL took fans travel time and costs into consideration here. Despite living in Atlanta, I’m not a huge fan of the city. But they do host major events well, I must say. With the Atlanta airport you will get more flight options (most likely direct flights) than just about any other city. It may be a little greater distance, but it’s easy to get to from anywhere. It’s only about a 2 hour flight to Buffalo, so that’s no big deal. My wife needs to be here as the airport makes it easier for her to travel and do her job. Indy was booked and Cincinnati and Chicago are outdoors (with Cincinnati being one of the teams potentially involved). It seems the dome/weather was a priority for the decision makers. . Edited January 12, 2023 by Augie 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProcessTruster Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 1 hour ago, Process said: Im shocked at the lack of direct flights from buffalo to Atlanta. I think we'll be hosting the chargers anyways. who the heck flies between B Lo and Atlanta enough to justify a pile of direct flights? come on man.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PromoTheRobot Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 24 minutes ago, RiotAct said: yep that should be accurate. They switch every year which conference gets the earlier Champ. game and which one gets the later game. Bills-Chiefs was the night game in 2020, so AFC is due again for the late game this season. And I just verified: 6:40pm kickoff, Sunday Jan. 29. So call me overconfident but I just booked a flight and hotel. See y'all in Hot 'Lanta! 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
US Egg Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 Atlanta is a Big Boy host. Would think it be a blast. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rochesterfan Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 7 minutes ago, SydneyBillsFan said: Why Atlanta which is so far away from both cities? Why not Indy, Cincy or even Chicago? Doesn't seem to me like the NFL took fans travel time and costs into consideration here. Indy was the first spot looked at and they declined - Have a huge volleyball tournament in town eating up hotel space. Cincy was eliminated do to being outside and why would the Bills want to go there after the Monday night event. Chicago is also outside and a smaller venue. From all of the discussions - they were looking for a neutral site that would not be impacted by the weather and a city that would not be biased against either team. Their preference seemed to be a domed NFC stadium or Indy in a no division city. They tried Indy, Detroit, and Atlanta as their 3 primary venues. Detroit and Indy were unavailable - so it defaulted toward Atlanta. I think in reality the NFL did take a lot of consideration into making the call - Atlanta is a major airline hub - so fairly easy to get direct flights in and out. The weather should be fine and the dome will ensure the game is played in perfect conditions. For everything that screws us over - this seems like an excellent location that should be highly accommodating and will provide a venue that Bills fans can travel to and many are already in the area. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 3 minutes ago, ProcessTruster said: who the heck flies between B Lo and Atlanta enough to justify a pile of direct flights? come on man.. I just looked and Delta alone has 3 daily direct flights to Buffalo in the morning, late afternoon and evening. That’s not horrible options. No telling what other airlines may have. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 6 minutes ago, Augie said: Despite living in Atlanta, I’m not a huge fan of the city. But they do host major events well, I must say. There's a Richard Jewell on line one who would like to speak to you, sir. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiva Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 1 hour ago, astb41 said: Sucks not being able to get refundable airfare for a reasonable price! Tickets are $400 round trip. Pretty cheap. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DieHardFan Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 From my rep: At this time, ticketing procedures have not yet been completely finalized for a potential AFC Championship game being played at a neutral site. Season Ticket Members that committed to the potential Championship game (Pay as We Play or paid in full for playoff tickets) will have priority. Once completely finalized, we will share that process with you via email. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frostbitmic Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 The Chargers will be coming to Buffalo for the AFCCG. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eball Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 33 minutes ago, Gugny said: He doesn't even have a Butler's Pantry!! He does have a dumb waiter though... 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
716 Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 (edited) I'm in the DC area, so plenty of short flights to ATL....plus a ton of Bills Mafia in the area. I would suspect a large contingent would fly in if it works out that way. It's also within a reasonable driving distance. I think the NFL got this one right given all things considered. Edited January 12, 2023 by 716 Grammer 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSE Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 (edited) I am already planning my trip Edited January 12, 2023 by HOUSE 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neo Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 1 hour ago, SCBills said: Interesting to see how tickets are distributed. Bills and Chiefs both travel extremely well.. That being said, in terms of those within driving distance... TONS of Bills fans in ATL, Florida, Carolinas.. Yes …. I expect this would be a very pro Bills crowd. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ticketssince61 Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 39 minutes ago, SydneyBillsFan said: Why Atlanta which is so far away from both cities? Why not Indy, Cincy or even Chicago? Doesn't seem to me like the NFL took fans travel time and costs into consideration here. Dome (Indy was booked) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royale with Cheese Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 49 minutes ago, Gugny said: He doesn't even have a Butler's Pantry!! I have two crawl spaces 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PromoTheRobot Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 29 minutes ago, Augie said: Despite living in Atlanta, I’m not a huge fan of the city. But they do host major events well, I must say. With the Atlanta airport you will get more flight options (most likely direct flights) than just about any other city. It may be a little greater distance, but it’s easy to get to from anywhere. It’s only about a 2 hour flight to Buffalo, so that’s no big deal. My wife needs to be here as the airport makes it easier for her to travel and do her job. Indy was booked and Cincinnati and Chicago are outdoors (with Cincinnati being one of the teams potentially involved). It seems the dome/weather was a priority for the decision makers. . Plus you can take a train direct from the airport to the stadium area. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royale with Cheese Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 56 minutes ago, Kirby Jackson said: @Augie and @Royale with Cheeseare happy to open up their homes. I'm currently painting the interior. So grab a paint brush or roller. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purplebulldog Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 1 hour ago, mannc said: And if a Bills-Chiefs AFCC game materializes, then the airlines will certainly add more BUF-ATL flights... Also look into flying into Birmingham, Alabama 2 hours away, Huntsville, Alabama , 2.5 hours away or Nashville is 3.5 hours away 1 hour ago, Process said: Yea... I but I was hoping for something other than delta.. specifically Southwest so I can use points and cancel for no fee lol Fly into Birmingham, I live here, 2 hour drive , all interstate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olliemets Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 Ugg. Indy would have been better IMO but they couldn't take the game. Lets win our games. Maybe Chargers or Jax make this a non issue. Jacksonville has the look of a team I wouldn't want to play right now. Although if it means Bills get Jags at home in Championship game I'll live with it 🙂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Caveman Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 47 minutes ago, SydneyBillsFan said: Why Atlanta which is so far away from both cities? Why not Indy, Cincy or even Chicago? Doesn't seem to me like the NFL took fans travel time and costs into consideration here. As someone who would have had to fly to any of the above mentioned cities I for one am happy it will be indoors Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purplebulldog Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 4 minutes ago, Purplebulldog said: Also look into flying into Birmingham, Alabama 2 hours away, Huntsville, Alabama , 2.5 hours away or Nashville is 3.5 hours away Fly into Birmingham, I live here, 2 hour drive , all interstate Bham big southwest town Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Frankish Reich Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 Ugh. I really dislike Atlanta. More than any other major US city. Maybe KC will lose in the divisional round. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rico Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 31 minutes ago, frostbitmic said: The Chargers will be coming to Buffalo for the AFCCG. Yes, Chiefs will be one-and-done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigvinny Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 5 hour drive for me. Not too bad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JakeFrommStateFarm Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 6 minutes ago, The Frankish Reich said: Ugh. I really dislike Atlanta. More than any other major US city. Maybe KC will lose in the divisional round. Whats wrong with Atlanta ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seventeen Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 7 minutes ago, JakeFrommStateFarm said: Whats wrong with Atlanta ? Nothing that a total redo of 285 wouldn't fix. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigvinny Posted January 12, 2023 Share Posted January 12, 2023 6 minutes ago, Seventeen said: Nothing that a total redo of 285 wouldn't fix. 285 is brutal. What a mess. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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