Mikie2times Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 I think the Lions are an intriguing comparison (post Dan Campbell) because they're actually a comparable team as far as playoff droughts (still active), long standing history, our ties to playing in Detroit of late, never having won a Super Bowl. More than that depending on how far down you want to take it, Ralph, etc.... The Lions seem to have took a much different path than Buffalo in how they're built. They did not focus on needing to land a QB in the draft. They run a very aggressive system often going for it multiple times per game. They built around developing a run game. In fact I would say the entire make up is hard nosed. You have this sea of former NFL coaches that are very eccentric. Seems more like a work hard play hard group (watch the TD celebrations or hard knocks). Clearly the way the Bills have done it so far has been the superior. No debating that. Looking at the next few years I would say we are now seeing them catch up and possibly pass us. It made me think, as of right now, knowing all you know, would you say they're more likely to win a Super Bowl before we are? I think I would have laughed at that notion a couple years ago. But it seems like the consideration is certainly possible now. Being from that area the thought is depressing. Have the Lions caught us? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus Aurelius Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 Hmmm ... "Lions vs Bills: Who wins the SB first?" I think the LORD will return before either team wins the Super Bowl. Just sayin' 2 1 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeltaDigital Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 throw the chargers and falcons in there for good measure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeGOATski Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 Because they beat the Chiefs in week 1? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikie2times Posted September 13, 2023 Author Share Posted September 13, 2023 10 minutes ago, LeGOATski said: Because they beat the Chiefs in week 1? I mean, they they're 9-2 the last 11 with the Turkey game which they outplayed us in being one of those games. Currently +1600 vs Buffalo at +1000. It's not like you get extra credit for having been to the playoffs. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goin Breakdown Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 Honestly and it's not because or recency bias, but I'd say the Lions. Right now they have momentum from last season to now. The Bills haven't looked all that great since last years KC game. Everything looks like a struggle. Imagine if it didn't. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingBoots8 Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 Just now, Goin Breakdown said: Honestly and it's not because or recency bias, but I'd say the Lions. Right now they have momentum from last season to now. The Bills haven't looked all that great since last years KC game. Everything looks like a struggle. Imagine if it didn't. I mean, we went 8-3 in regular season games not counting the cancelled Bengals game. 1-1 in the playoffs. Not always pretty, but let’s not condemn them just yet 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Believer Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 Toss up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnNord Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 28 minutes ago, Mikie2times said: I think the Lions are an intriguing comparison (post Dan Campbell) because they're actually a comparable team as far as playoff droughts (still active), long standing history, our ties to playing in Detroit of late, never having won a Super Bowl. More than that depending on how far down you want to take it, Ralph, etc.... The Lions seem to have took a much different path than Buffalo in how they're built. They did not focus on needing to land a QB in the draft. They run a very aggressive system often going for it multiple times per game. They built around developing a run game. In fact I would say the entire make up is hard nosed. You have this sea of former NFL coaches that are very eccentric. Seems more like a work hard play hard group (watch the TD celebrations or hard knocks). Clearly the way the Bills have done it so far has been the superior. No debating that. Looking at the next few years I would say we are now seeing them catch up and possibly pass us. It made me think, as of right now, knowing all you know, would you say they're more likely to win a Super Bowl before we are? I think I would have laughed at that notion a couple years ago. But it seems like the consideration is certainly possible now. Being from that area the thought is depressing. Have the Lions caught us? This take is peak Week 1 overreaction Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MPL Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 Dan Campbell and Jared Goff are in year 3 together. Sean McDermott and Josh Allen are in year 6 together. History suggests that the Lions have a shot in the next 3 seasons (including this one). History suggests the Bills have no shot unless either McDermott or Allen goes. This history is represented here: https://fivethirtyeight.com/features/why-coaches-and-qbs-should-divorce-after-five-years-of-not-winning and I've also verified it myself and included the seasons after this article was posted. Anyway, not saying the Bills can't or won't do it before the Lions. But right now, Analytics would give the edge to Detroit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Success Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 As long as both teams win in my lifetime, I'm good. I'd be happy for the Lions if they won. That's a fanbase I can relate to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
34-78-83 Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 (edited) Vikings V Bills should be the wager (both 0-4 in Super Bowls) Edited September 13, 2023 by 34-78-83 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatsFanNH Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 1 hour ago, DeltaDigital said: throw the chargers and falcons in there for good measure. 28-3…. To soon for Falcon fans?? 😂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zow2 Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 Probably the Lions. But not with their current QB, prob need an upgrade there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bubba Gump Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 (edited) 3 minutes ago, zow2 said: Probably the Lions. But not with their current QB, prob need an upgrade there Think they'd do a 1 for 1, Allen for Hutchinson? Sorry, I'm just trying to fit in. Edited September 13, 2023 by Bubba Gump Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeGOATski Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 4 hours ago, Mikie2times said: I mean, they they're 9-2 the last 11 with the Turkey game which they outplayed us in being one of those games. Currently +1600 vs Buffalo at +1000. It's not like you get extra credit for having been to the playoffs. We've seen this story play out a million times before. Come back to this thread at the end of the season Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Brown Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 Darryl Dawkins vs. Tim Settle: Who wins the Boston Marathon first? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBillyG Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 8 hours ago, PatsFanNH said: 28-3…. To soon for Falcon fans?? 😂 Matty Ice thinks it's too soon still🤣🤣 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobbRiddick Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 Lions won't win the superbowl so long as you have your kneecaps. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boatdrinks Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 If we’re talking about the next decade or so , I’d say the Lions. They play in the NFC, and the first requirement to winning a Super Bowl is playing in it. That’s going to be easier to do in the NFC. Realistically , I’d guess neither one will. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LabattBlue Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 More like, who will break the curse of Lake Erie first…Lions, Bills or Browns? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsPride12 Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 I don't know if Goff has what it takes to win a Super Bowl but I have been impressed with the overall program they have put together in the Dan Campbell era. Interested to see where things go from here for the Lions 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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