Logic Posted October 3, 2023 Share Posted October 3, 2023 (edited) So we know that the Bills are about to activate Von Miller from PUP. He'll return to practice, and a several week window will open up, during which time the Bills will need to decide when to elevate him to the 53-man roster. Personally, I don't expect Von to return immediately. Even once they elevate him to the roster, I think he'll have a game or two where he travels with the team, does pre-game warmups, but is inactive. I expect the Bills to use the "Tre White recovery model" from last year. I'm not saying that's what they SHOULD do, I'm saying it's what I think they WILL do. I expect Von Miller to suit up and return to the football field on 11/5 against Cincinnati. Knowing how cautious the Bills are with injuries like this and how much they need Von to be productive (both on the field and from a contract standpoint), I think the New York and New England games are a bit too soon. Then there's a short week against Tampa Bay on Thursday Night Football. But after THAT, there's 9 days until the next game, and it's a big time, Sunday Night Football AFC matchup against the Bengals. That's when I think we see Von Miller for the first time. How about y'all? When do you see Von Miller back in action? Edited October 3, 2023 by Logic 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KDIGGZ Posted October 3, 2023 Share Posted October 3, 2023 I agree that they will be super cautious. I think they will want him 100% by Cincinnati so they will ramp him up starting with Pats game. Maybe he plays a handful of snaps just to get his legs under him. Then a little more vs Bucs. And personally I think he wants to play vs Denver so there's that too. 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Doc Brown Posted October 4, 2023 Share Posted October 4, 2023 He said if he's a betting man he'd expect him back for the Jags game so scratch that. I'll predict the Giants game just because he pry watched the game last night and will threaten to retire if the Bills don't let him back out on the field in Prime Time against that o-line. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted October 4, 2023 Share Posted October 4, 2023 (edited) 5 minutes ago, Doc Brown said: He said if he's a betting man he'd expect him back for the Jags game so scratch that. I'll predict the Giants game just because he pry watched the game last night and will threaten to retire if the Bills don't let him back out on the field in Prime Time against that o-line. He’s said quite a bit since coming to Buffalo.  I, for one, have no interest in his words.  They’re not paying him too much money to talk.  They’re paying him too much money ton contribute to the defense.  The defense that’s doing quite well on the field while he continues to talk whilst wearing civilian clothes.  Edited October 4, 2023 by Gugny 1 3 1 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warcodered Posted October 4, 2023 Share Posted October 4, 2023 (edited) 6 minutes ago, Doc Brown said: He said if he's a betting man he'd expect him back for the Jags game so scratch that. I'll predict the Giants game just because he pry watched the game last night and will threaten to retire if the Bills don't let him back out on the field in Prime Time against that o-line. He did also say how tough it'd be since he'd only have one practice in pads this week, but Von has always been a guy who tries to will the positive to happen. Week 6 is far more realistic, but week 5 isn't impossible. Edited October 4, 2023 by Warcodered 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Doc Brown Posted October 4, 2023 Share Posted October 4, 2023 1 minute ago, Warcodered said: He did also say how tough it'd be since he'd only have one practice in pads this week, but Von has always been a guy who tries to will the positive to happen. Week 6 is far more realistic, but week 5 isn't impossible. I thought it was possible before he predicted it. A slow ramp up process is definitely the way to go but I doubt they start that until he's had at least two weeks of practice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QLBillsFan Posted October 4, 2023 Share Posted October 4, 2023 If I’m not mistaken I think he has 21 days to be activated to the roster. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John from Riverside Posted October 4, 2023 Share Posted October 4, 2023 It’ll be against the Giants at home 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr.Sack Posted October 4, 2023 Share Posted October 4, 2023 I think Von plays this week on grass. Dude wants to go International. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Einstein Posted October 4, 2023 Share Posted October 4, 2023 18 minutes ago, QLBillsFan said: If I’m not mistaken I think he has 21 days to be activated to the roster.  He has 21 days to be activated to the roster once the team takes him off of PUP. However, the team can technically keep him on PUP as long as they want.  For example: My personal desire was for him to stay on PUP another 4 to 5 weeks, then allow him to practice for 21 days, and then he plays his first game against the Chiefs on December 10th.  That scenario would give us a healthy Von Miller for the home stretch (Chiefs, Cowboys, Chargers, Patriots, Dolphins) and the playoffs. I see a lot of benefit in a fresh, healthy, rested (very little wear and tear from the season) elite pass rusher for the playoff run.  However, judging by McDermott’s comments, it sounds like he is coming off PUP this week. Maybe already has. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John from Riverside Posted October 4, 2023 Share Posted October 4, 2023 4 minutes ago, Einstein said:  He has 21 days to be activated to the roster once the team takes him off of PUP. However, the team can technically keep him on PUP as long as they want.  For example: My personal desire was for him to stay on PUP another 4 to 5 weeks, then allow him to practice for 21 days, and then he plays his first game against the Chiefs on December 10th.  That scenario would give us a healthy Von Miller for the home stretch (Chiefs, Cowboys, Chargers, Patriots, Dolphins) and the playoffs. I see a lot of benefit in a fresh, healthy, rested (very little wear and tear from the season) elite pass rusher for the playoff run.  However, judging by McDermott’s comments, it sounds like he is coming off PUP this week. Maybe already has. We need to ramp him up before then on a low pitch count. There’s nothing wrong with bringing them back against the Giants and only letting him get a certain amount of snaps. Let him get his legs underneath them before we play the Chiefs. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BearNorth Posted October 4, 2023 Share Posted October 4, 2023 7 hours ago, John from Riverside said: We need to ramp him up before then on a low pitch count. There’s nothing wrong with bringing them back against the Giants and only letting him get a certain amount of snaps. Let him get his legs underneath them before we play the Chiefs. Can't overlook the Eagles that would be a statement win before the bye. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gregg Posted October 4, 2023 Share Posted October 4, 2023 8 hours ago, John from Riverside said: It’ll be against the Giants at home  Poor Daniel Jones. If Monday night is any indication, then Jones will be sacked around 15 times and knocked down about a dozen other times as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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BuffaloBillyG Posted October 4, 2023 Share Posted October 4, 2023 6 minutes ago, DaBillsFanSince1973 said:  Oh hell, I'll make a crazy prediction here. Von suits up Sunday.  Not sure he starts and he will see somewhere between 8-12 snaps. Mostly on obvious pass rush situations. Kind of a scrimmage situation for Von. Go out there, run around and chase a bit. Reassess how he is after.  Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Process Posted October 4, 2023 Share Posted October 4, 2023 @ Patriots  Two full weeks of practice 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chandler#81 Posted October 4, 2023 Share Posted October 4, 2023 I predict right now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DieHardFan Posted October 4, 2023 Share Posted October 4, 2023 13 hours ago, Gugny said: He’s said quite a bit since coming to Buffalo.  I, for one, have no interest in his words.  They’re not paying him too much money to talk.  They’re paying him too much money ton contribute to the defense.  The defense that’s doing quite well on the field while he continues to talk whilst wearing civilian clothes.  Not sure if he's overpaid, time will tell, and he probably would have been the straw that won the Jets game if he was active but agree that he needs to be a TEAMMATE 1st and leave the self promoting until after the season.  Time for VM to put his 'podcast' on hiatus. Distractions like his golf cart races and chucklehead interviews with players last year were symptomatic of the teams lack of focus. Needs to concentrate on fitting in and being a leader and not standing out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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JerseyBills Posted October 4, 2023 Share Posted October 4, 2023 13 hours ago, Dr.Sack said: I think Von plays this week on grass. Dude wants to go International. Von loves the grass ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBillyG Posted October 6, 2023 Share Posted October 6, 2023 (edited) On 10/4/2023 at 1:06 PM, BuffaloBillyG said: Oh hell, I'll make a crazy prediction here. Von suits up Sunday.  Not sure he starts and he will see somewhere between 8-12 snaps. Mostly on obvious pass rush situations. Kind of a scrimmage situation for Von. Go out there, run around and chase a bit. Reassess how he is after.   On 10/4/2023 at 1:06 PM, BuffaloBillyG said: Oh hell, I'll make a crazy prediction here. Von suits up Sunday.  Not sure he starts and he will see somewhere between 8-12 snaps. Mostly on obvious pass rush situations. Kind of a scrimm On 10/4/2023 at 1:06 PM, BuffaloBillyG said: Oh hell, I'll make a crazy prediction here. Von suits up Sunday.  Not sure he starts and he will see somewhere between 8-12 snaps. Mostly on obvious pass rush situations. Kind of a scrimmage situation for Von. Go out there, run around and chase a bit. Reassess how he is after.  Maybe I wasn't so crazy after all.... Edited October 6, 2023 by BuffaloBillyG Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Noggin Posted October 6, 2023 Share Posted October 6, 2023 1 minute ago, BuffaloBillyG said: Maybe I wasn't so crazy after all.... Maybe I wasn't so crazy after all.... Maybe I wasn't so crazy after all.... You sound a little crazy. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBillyG Posted October 6, 2023 Share Posted October 6, 2023 3 minutes ago, Richard Noggin said: You sound a little crazy. Lmao...no clue what happens there. But I'm not crazy. Maybe a bit inebriated...but mostly sane. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Noggin Posted October 6, 2023 Share Posted October 6, 2023 2 minutes ago, BuffaloBillyG said: Lmao...no clue what happens there. But I'm not crazy. Maybe a bit inebriated...but mostly sane. This is the way. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C.Biscuit97 Posted October 6, 2023 Share Posted October 6, 2023 Some time in November. Absolutely no reason to rush him back. Dude is in the twilight of his career, our d line is playing well, and we want a SB.  the only ones who want him back are stupid fans who have zero foresight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warcodered Posted October 6, 2023 Share Posted October 6, 2023 2 minutes ago, C.Biscuit97 said: Some time in November. Absolutely no reason to rush him back. Dude is in the twilight of his career, our d line is playing well, and we want a SB.  the only ones who want him back are stupid fans who have zero foresight. If they're contemplating this week there's no way he's not playing until November. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C.Biscuit97 Posted October 6, 2023 Share Posted October 6, 2023 4 minutes ago, Warcodered said: If they're contemplating this week there's no way he's not playing until November. You’re right but I really don’t see the need for him right now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warcodered Posted October 6, 2023 Share Posted October 6, 2023 2 minutes ago, C.Biscuit97 said: You’re right but I really don’t see the need for him right now. If he's ready to be back then he's ready, and he could probably add something even more to an already great pass rush. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rafter Posted October 6, 2023 Share Posted October 6, 2023 I think hes got a good chance. He'll definitely be on a pitch count. Id expect him on 3rd and long if anything. Â Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Noggin Posted October 6, 2023 Share Posted October 6, 2023 20 minutes ago, Warcodered said: If he's ready to be back then he's ready, and he could probably add something even more to an already great pass rush.  1 minute ago, rafter said: I think hes got a good chance. He'll definitely be on a pitch count. Id expect him on 3rd and long if anything.   He's had some London trip promotional giveaway thing in the works for a long time, so of course Von is traveling with the team.  And I also think he wanted to avoid PUP, and is itching to play, so letting him see a handful of obvious passing reps might be a wise superstar management strategy (especially with Groot dealing with foot pain). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xwnyer Posted October 6, 2023 Share Posted October 6, 2023 He might get some reps this week with Groot out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
julian Posted October 6, 2023 Share Posted October 6, 2023 He’ll get a few obvious passing downs this week and ramp up week to week from there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nephilim17 Posted October 6, 2023 Share Posted October 6, 2023 Side note about Von for the semantically inclined... NFL.com calls Miller an OLB. I've seen a few other reporters do the same. Isn't this only correct when he plays in a 3-4 D? In a 4-end front, he's a "defensive end" or "edge rusher."  OLB Von Miller (knee) told reporters Friday that it would be a "safe bet" he makes his return this Sunday. Miller is questionable for Sunday's game. Unless I'm wrong, how can these giant news agencies be making this kind of mistake? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALLinALLEN Posted October 6, 2023 Share Posted October 6, 2023 Â As annie would say.... Â Tomorrow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Wiz Posted October 6, 2023 Share Posted October 6, 2023 Bills have until 4pm tomorrow to take him off the PUP and move him to the active roster if he is going to play on Sunday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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