D. L. Hot-Flamethrower Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 8 minutes ago, Sharky7337 said: From the athletic only 3 outta 9 took the bills. The media is so simplistic with their picks it's a simple formula: 1. Create a narrative from your past biases and what happened last week, Joe Burrow is precise, Josh Allen is bumbling 2. Beat it like a dead horse until people start to believe them because they're the experts. 3. Claim victory if it works, ignore and move on if wrong. 4. Rinse and repeat. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. WEO Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 8 hours ago, QLBillsFan said: I think if you listen to big national media Cowherd and many others in fact Burrow currently is preferred over Josh. You are correct on the flip flop. But to your point if Josh plays well they will remind you how they were in his corner to start the year. I agree if we lose to the Bengals or the Chiefs it’s a huge blow for sure. Because the Bills are us as fans have the SB as the expectation. These guys are paid per hot take. If you polled NFL fans nationwide, you would no doubt see Bills over Bengals in the SB. The pressure is on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
78thealltimegreat Posted January 19, 2023 Author Share Posted January 19, 2023 (edited) 17 minutes ago, D. L. Hot-Flamethrower said: The media is so simplistic with their picks it's a simple formula: 1. Create a narrative from your past biases and what happened last week, Joe Burrow is precise, Josh Allen is bumbling 2. Beat it like a dead horse until people start to believe them because they're the experts. 3. Claim victory if it works, ignore and move on if wrong. 4. Rinse and repeat. I heard a guy on the radio literally say on 4th down in the ravens game Joe Burrow threw a ball in the dirt and that what makes him great I kid you not. Now on the other side Aaron Rogers was going nuts praising Josh on Pat Mcafees show. So a guy with 4 MVPS thinks our QB is pretty good isn’t a bad thing. Edited January 19, 2023 by 78thealltimegreat 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nucci Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 So people that I don't know and have no idea who they are pick the Bengals to win and I'm supposed to get upset? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EasternOHBillsFan Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 (edited) 24 minutes ago, D. L. Hot-Flamethrower said: The media is so simplistic with their picks it's a simple formula: 1. Create a narrative from your past biases and what happened last week, Joe Burrow is precise, Josh Allen is bumbling 2. Beat it like a dead horse until people start to believe them because they're the experts. 3. Claim victory if it works, ignore and move on if wrong. 4. Rinse and repeat. Blaming the media schtick gets really, really old... there are millions of fans out there with simplistic thought processes and biased opinions that you won't see on TV and they are just as bad! The media is an easy target because they are on TV and Joe Schmo from Pocono isn't unless you listen to sports talk radio where fans call in and HOO BOY some of them sound VERY simplistic. Edited January 19, 2023 by EasternOHBillsFan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D. L. Hot-Flamethrower Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 2 minutes ago, EasternOHBillsFan said: Blaming the media schtick gets really, really old... there are millions of fans out there with simplistic thought processes and biased opinions that you won't see on TV and they are just as bad! The media is an easy target because they are on TV and Joe Schmo from Pocono isn't unless you listen to sports talk radio where fans call in and HOO BOY some of them sound VERY simplistic. And...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
78thealltimegreat Posted January 19, 2023 Author Share Posted January 19, 2023 (edited) 10 minutes ago, nucci said: So people that I don't know and have no idea who they are pick the Bengals to win and I'm supposed to get upset? No did you not read the original post I love it I hope it gets played on a loop in the bills locker room Edited January 19, 2023 by 78thealltimegreat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EasternOHBillsFan Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 2 minutes ago, D. L. Hot-Flamethrower said: And...... There is no and... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nucci Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 Just now, 78thealltimegreat said: No did you not read the original post I love it I hope it gets played on a loop in the bills locker room Players are focused on the game and understand how these shows work and probably don't care Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo_Stampede Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 If you look at the game without bias, the Bengals are the more talented and better team. Put a healthy Von Miller on the Bills and a lot would change. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EasternOHBillsFan Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 (edited) 8 minutes ago, Buffalo_Stampede said: If you look at the game without bias, the Bengals are the more talented and better team. Put a healthy Von Miller on the Bills and a lot would change. I wouldn't say that they are the more talented team... QB Bills HB Bengals WR Bengals TE Bills OL Bills DL Bengals LB PUSH S Bills CB Bengals Special Teams Bills Dead even IMHO Edited January 19, 2023 by EasternOHBillsFan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D. L. Hot-Flamethrower Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 (edited) 10 minutes ago, EasternOHBillsFan said: There is no and... I thought this thread was about the #1 sports MEDIA outlet ESPN picking the Bengals/Burrow. You took offense for the media and how the poor media as an easy target and Joe Schmoe doesn't know anything. Who cares Edited January 19, 2023 by D. L. Hot-Flamethrower Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo_Stampede Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 7 minutes ago, EasternOHBillsFan said: I wouldn't say that they are the more talented team... QB Bills HB Bengals WR Bengals TE Bills OL Bills DL Bengals LB PUSH S Bills CB Bengals Special Teams Bills Dead even IMHO Burrow is Allen’s equal. Burrow does things better than Allen and Allen does things better than Burrow. That’s a push. The difference in this game is the offensive playmakers on the Bengals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GaryPinC Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 1 hour ago, Seventeen said: TBH, I think they are looking at the previous game in Cinci where the Bengals were up 7-3 and driving as a precursor to Sunday's playoff game. They haven't said it but I would think they're guessing Burrow will have a field day throwing against our secondary. To that end, there's a very simple reality here. We have GOT to pressure Burrow and get him uncomfortable. DE's need to get after it and Frazier needs to come out of the gate with built in stunting and blitzing. Keep that banged up line and Burrow on their heels. He doesn't always have the greatest sense of the pocket and we need to exploit it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
78thealltimegreat Posted January 19, 2023 Author Share Posted January 19, 2023 2 hours ago, nucci said: Players are focused on the game and understand how these shows work and probably don't care Tell that to the Eagles who won the Super Bowl a few years back being the underdog in every game they played so much so they wore dog masks on the sidelines 2 hours ago, EasternOHBillsFan said: I wouldn't say that they are the more talented team... QB Bills HB Bengals WR Bengals TE Bills OL Bills DL Bengals LB PUSH S Bills CB Bengals Special Teams Bills Dead even IMHO No way are LBs a push Edmunds and Milano are way superior to the Bengals crew 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Who Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 2 hours ago, Buffalo_Stampede said: Burrow is Allen’s equal. Burrow does things better than Allen and Allen does things better than Burrow. That’s a push. The difference in this game is the offensive playmakers on the Bengals. I think the difference is the Bengals' beat up oline and Buffalo home field advantage. Bengals D isn't nearly as good on the road, btw. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drew21PA Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 Followed up on The Herd with Colin Cowherd stating “cincinatti will blow them out” interesting comments and commentary consistently flowing from FS1 media personnel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicken Boo Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 It's going to be a close game. The Bengals have risen to the occasion this year instead of sulking like most Super Bowl losers do. They're motivated, led by an elite QB and while young, they have the experience. The Bills cannot afford 3 turnovers in this game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheyCallMeAndy Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 4 turnovers by the offense and they will. Zero mistakes and if Burrow keeps meeting the turf Bills will win. 2 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoyBatty is alive Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 Joe Burrow of course doesn't see themselves as underdogs, he is way too cocky and needs to be humbled Sunday. And Colin is doing his job, making bold controversial statements that people wil quote. 1 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SageAgainstTheMachine Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 1 minute ago, TheyCallMeAndy said: 4 turnovers by the offense and they will. Zero mistakes and if Burrow keeps meeting the turf Bills will win. I’m not preaching zero mistakes if I’m McD. I’m saying play hard and bold but smart. Mistakes happen sometimes when you take necessary risks. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoCal Deek Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 Well that settles it then! Thanks Joe 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
US Egg Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 Being a SB loser does escalate next season expectations. That is what I remember through the losses. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ta111 Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 9 minutes ago, Drew21PA said: Followed up on The Herd with Colin Cowherd stating “cincinatti will blow them out” interesting comments and commentary consistently flowing from FS1 media personnel He said only IF the Bengals didn’t have the injuries on the O line. He’s picking the Bills to win now. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nosejob Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 23 hours ago, Success said: Every narrative I read now is "bumbling Allen." The Bills COULD win, but our many turnovers will result in a loss. Give me a break. He was perfect in the postseason last year. The team got all of their mistakes out of the way against Miami. I'm not usually one to be over-confident, but I don't think this one is particularly close, especially w/ Cincy's O-line situation. We're going to look like we did for some of those games in September & October. I agree. I hope we look like we did against the Titans. My biggest hope is not being afraid to attack on defense. My biggest hat throwing, remote throwing, shot drinking, floor stomping cussing tirades come after successful blitzes only to give a QB all day long to complete a 3rd and long. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Low Positive Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 2 minutes ago, I am the egg man said: Being a SB loser does escalate next season expectations. That is what I remember through the losses. It goes beyond that. The Bengals keep winning playoff games in the most dramatic fashion. It really feels to their players and fans like they cannot lose in the AFC playoffs now. That play to win the game last week was rabbit's foot up the backside type of stuff. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledInIllinois Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 I guess Joe Burrow doesn't understand how lines work. Most of the country is rooting for the Bills. That's why they are the favorites. More people think the Bills will win. Gotta balance the books. Come on Joe, you're smarter than that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nucci Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 37 minutes ago, 78thealltimegreat said: Tell that to the Eagles who won the Super Bowl a few years back being the underdog in every game they played so much so they wore dog masks on the sidelines No Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrDawkinstein Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 WRT specifically Burrow's quote: Nor should he. Not sure why anyone would be surprised by the QB of the team saying that. It isnt a crazy statement or even bulletin board material. Everyone who is playing wants/expects to win. Joey B is all good in my book. He isnt one of the bad guys. 1 minute ago, ExiledInIllinois said: I guess Joe Burrow doesn't understand how lines work. Most of the country is rooting for the Bills. That's why they are the favorites. More people think the Bills will win. Gotta balance the books. Come on Joe, you're smarter than that. He knows all that. But he said exactly what he is supposed to say. 1 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H2o Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 To me, any game that matches up Buffalo, Cincy, and KC is a coin flip at this point. Betting lines may say Cincy is an "underdog", but real life says all of these teams are about as evenly matched as they come. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWATeam Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 Just now, DrDawkinstein said: WRT specifically Burrow's quote: Nor should he. Not sure why anyone would be surprised by the QB of the team saying that. It isnt a crazy statement or even bulletin board material. Everyone who is playing wants/expects to win. Joey B is all good in my book. He isnt one of the bad guys. They all feel that way. Most just aren't dumb enough to say it. The proper response is something like- "they're a great team, we're going to have to play well." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrDawkinstein Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 1 minute ago, SWATeam said: They all feel that way. Most just aren't dumb enough to say it. The proper response is something like- "they're a great team, we're going to have to play well." What he said isnt much different and certainly nothing to be offended or outraged over. He just focused on his own team. Big ol nothingburger. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zow2 Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 Joe is very good, but the Bengals D and + turnover ratio in their last 5 playoff games has been the key to their success. That script has to flip starting at 3pm Sunday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWATeam Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 Just now, DrDawkinstein said: What he said isnt much different and certainly nothing to be offended or outraged over. He just focused on his own team. Big ol nothingburger. I'm not offended or outraged. Just doesn't seem smart the CIN has no issue putting out potential bulletin board material. I'm all for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoffeeDrip Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 I said on Sunday that I can handle a loss to KC or Cincinnati - it’s hard to put them in order from 1-3 but they and Buffalo are obviously the top of the conference. I don’t actually see either team as an underdog in this matchup. It’s definitely not Jax vs KC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrDawkinstein Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 Just now, SWATeam said: I'm not offended or outraged. Just doesn't seem smart the CIN has no issue putting out potential bulletin board material. I'm all for it. It's not bulletin board material tho. There isnt a pro in the room that would be shocked or somehow more motivated by what he said. It means nothing to our or any players. And shouldnt mean anything to the fans. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 8 minutes ago, DrDawkinstein said: WRT specifically Burrow's quote: Nor should he. Not sure why anyone would be surprised by the QB of the team saying that. It isnt a crazy statement or even bulletin board material. Everyone who is playing wants/expects to win. Joey B is all good in my book. He isnt one of the bad guys. He knows all that. But he said exactly what he is supposed to say. Totally agree. I like Burrow. Love his attitude and demeanor. He's gonna be a great quarterback for many years to come. After the Bills win a Super Bowl, I'd be more than happy to see Burrow/CIN win one, too. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWATeam Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 1 minute ago, DrDawkinstein said: It's not bulletin board material tho. There isnt a pro in the room that would be shocked or somehow more motivated by what he said. It means nothing to our or any players. And shouldnt mean anything to the fans. You must not know how pro athletes think. They look for any potential slight to use as fuel. I guarantee they are very aware of Mixon an Boyd's comments as well. There's a reason the Bills, and most other teams, are very careful and complimentary in their comments to the press. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EasternOHBillsFan Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 49 minutes ago, 78thealltimegreat said: Tell that to the Eagles who won the Super Bowl a few years back being the underdog in every game they played so much so they wore dog masks on the sidelines No way are LBs a push Edmunds and Milano are way superior to the Bengals crew I was going to put Bills, but then changed it to PUSH. You won't get an argument from me. 2 hours ago, Buffalo_Stampede said: Burrow is Allen’s equal. Burrow does things better than Allen and Allen does things better than Burrow. That’s a push. The difference in this game is the offensive playmakers on the Bengals. The difference in the game is whether or not Jordan Phillips plays. No DL pressure, more blitzes, more of an opportunity for Burrow to beat us. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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