TravelingDad48 Posted July 4, 2005 Share Posted July 4, 2005 Sept. 11 Houston 1:00 win Sept. 18 @ Tampa Bay 1:00 win Sept. 25 Atlanta 1:00 lose Oct. 2 @ New Orleans 1:00 win Oct. 9 Miami 1:00 win Oct. 16 NY Jets 4:15 lose Oct. 23 @ Oakland 4:15 win Oct. 30 @ New England 8:30 lose 5-3 at the break Nov. 6 Bye Nov. 13 Kansas City 1:00 win Nov. 20 @ San Diego 4:15 lose Nov. 27 Carolina 1:00 win Dec. 4 @ Miami 1:00 lose Dec. 11 New England 1:00 lose Dec. 17 Denver 8:30 win Dec. 24 @ Cincinnati 1:00 lose Jan. 1 @ NY Jets 1:00 lose 3-5 last half Looks like 8-8 to me Key streatch ... those last 5 games ... 1-4 is what I think will happen, but could see them win those last three games .. if they lose two to NE and win 2 from Miami the the Jets are the key to the palyoffs .. win twice and they woul be 10-6 What do others think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
San-O Posted July 4, 2005 Share Posted July 4, 2005 Sept. 11 Houston 1:00 winSept. 18 @ Tampa Bay 1:00 win Sept. 25 Atlanta 1:00 lose Oct. 2 @ New Orleans 1:00 win Oct. 9 Miami 1:00 win Oct. 16 NY Jets 4:15 lose Oct. 23 @ Oakland 4:15 win Oct. 30 @ New England 8:30 lose 5-3 at the break Nov. 6 Bye Nov. 13 Kansas City 1:00 win Nov. 20 @ San Diego 4:15 lose Nov. 27 Carolina 1:00 win Dec. 4 @ Miami 1:00 lose Dec. 11 New England 1:00 lose Dec. 17 Denver 8:30 win Dec. 24 @ Cincinnati 1:00 lose Jan. 1 @ NY Jets 1:00 lose 3-5 last half Looks like 8-8 to me Key streatch ... those last 5 games ... 1-4 is what I think will happen, but could see them win those last three games .. if they lose two to NE and win 2 from Miami the the Jets are the key to the palyoffs .. win twice and they woul be 10-6 What do others think? 374149[/snapback] I think 8-8 is also likely, however I think Carolina is probably a loss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wmcgahee69 Posted July 4, 2005 Share Posted July 4, 2005 Sept. 11 Houston 1:00 winSept. 18 @ Tampa Bay 1:00 win Sept. 25 Atlanta 1:00 lose Oct. 2 @ New Orleans 1:00 win Oct. 9 Miami 1:00 win Oct. 16 NY Jets 4:15 lose Oct. 23 @ Oakland 4:15 win Oct. 30 @ New England 8:30 lose 5-3 at the break Nov. 6 Bye Nov. 13 Kansas City 1:00 win Nov. 20 @ San Diego 4:15 lose Nov. 27 Carolina 1:00 win Dec. 4 @ Miami 1:00 lose Dec. 11 New England 1:00 lose Dec. 17 Denver 8:30 win Dec. 24 @ Cincinnati 1:00 lose Jan. 1 @ NY Jets 1:00 lose 3-5 last half Looks like 8-8 to me Key streatch ... those last 5 games ... 1-4 is what I think will happen, but could see them win those last three games .. if they lose two to NE and win 2 from Miami the the Jets are the key to the palyoffs .. win twice and they woul be 10-6 What do others think? 374149[/snapback] That looks pretty good. I can see this team anywhere from 6-10 to 11-5. All depends on if we win our close games or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fake-Fat Sunny Posted July 4, 2005 Share Posted July 4, 2005 I think it is just like Pete Rozelle wanted that it depends upon how this odd shaped ball bounces (and unlike Rozelle's desires whether the refs blow the toin coss in our favor or against us). I'm rooting for an 11-5 outcome looking at the list but not bothering to predict until game week (if then) because who gets hurt or injured for us and for our opponent that week will tell the tail. Overall, I think the determining factors will be: 1. I suspect our D is the real deal with 10 of 11 starters returning snd PW (who was replaced on well over half the snaps last year will be replaced without seeing a lessening in results. 2. The ST had an outstanding year last year that it would be foolhardy to predict for sure it will be just as good. Yet, the vagaries of life thought they give a reasonable chance it will be worse, there is also a slight chance it will be better with good bounces and Lindell playing even adequately at key points. 3. I think the O will be a bit better with the players relying on themselves as a team and not expecting the QB to lead the way as the young Losman will not be able to do until he is older and Bledsoe was not able to do as a player. If the O does not rely om JP to do more than simply not make mistakes I think that it will be pretty good behind WM. I think TC and MM understand this and TC will get it done. My prediction which I garuntee will be wrong is that we finish 11-5 and make the playoffs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravelingDad48 Posted July 4, 2005 Author Share Posted July 4, 2005 I tried to look at this based on the seasons the Bills have had lately .. lose to teams they should beat ... lose on the road ... and then always put together a string of wins. Sure they could go 11-5 ... that happens a lot ! With parity and a young QB I think 8-8 would be good ....but 10-6 would be needed for the playoffs. Not sure thats very likely. Those last 5 games are tough but they could suprise. I think at QB we will be better but not by a lot. He is a rookie. Lets be resonable. Plus lets see how he does in Rich in December ! At RB we look about the same. It is worrysome that TH is still in limbo. They do need a solid backup, would be nice if it was him but thats not going to happen. Receiving should be better but it will take some time for them and Losman to get on the same page. Kicking is still weak .. Field goal kicking that is ... Defence is solid but I would like to see better 3rd down coverage .. that cost a few games last year. 8-8 still looks right to me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
San-O Posted July 4, 2005 Share Posted July 4, 2005 374215[/snapback] Does this mean you have no thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EndZoneCrew Posted July 4, 2005 Share Posted July 4, 2005 My prediction which I garuntee will be wrong is that we finish 11-5 and make the playoffs. 374169[/snapback] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CosmicBills Posted July 4, 2005 Share Posted July 4, 2005 Sept. 11 Houston 1:00 winSept. 18 @ Tampa Bay 1:00 win Sept. 25 Atlanta 1:00 lose Oct. 2 @ New Orleans 1:00 win Oct. 9 Miami 1:00 win Oct. 16 NY Jets 4:15 lose Oct. 23 @ Oakland 4:15 win Oct. 30 @ New England 8:30 lose 5-3 at the break Nov. 6 Bye Nov. 13 Kansas City 1:00 win Nov. 20 @ San Diego 4:15 lose Nov. 27 Carolina 1:00 win Dec. 4 @ Miami 1:00 lose Dec. 11 New England 1:00 lose Dec. 17 Denver 8:30 win Dec. 24 @ Cincinnati 1:00 lose Jan. 1 @ NY Jets 1:00 lose 3-5 last half Looks like 8-8 to me Key streatch ... those last 5 games ... 1-4 is what I think will happen, but could see them win those last three games .. if they lose two to NE and win 2 from Miami the the Jets are the key to the palyoffs .. win twice and they woul be 10-6 What do others think? 374149[/snapback] I think the first half of the schedule is tougher than it appears. Also, if things go right, JP will be at his worst in games 1-3 and then steadily improve as he goes. Thus, I see the team at 6-10, with the Bills dropping games to Texas (who is much improved from last season) and to the Raiders (the Bills don't play well on the WC and the Raiders have improved). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuckincincy Posted July 4, 2005 Share Posted July 4, 2005 Hmm...a 4 and 1 start... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fla Bills Fan Posted July 5, 2005 Share Posted July 5, 2005 I think the first half of the schedule is tougher than it appears. Also, if things go right, JP will be at his worst in games 1-3 and then steadily improve as he goes. Thus, I see the team at 6-10, with the Bills dropping games to Texas (who is much improved from last season) and to the Raiders (the Bills don't play well on the WC and the Raiders have improved). 374328[/snapback] I agree about the schedule being tough. I also agree about Houston but I think the Bills can win that game because it is the opener & at home (the 12th man will play a part). I see JP improving as the season progresses 9-7 or 8-8 0r 11-5 depends on JP & the O-line Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ganesh Posted July 5, 2005 Share Posted July 5, 2005 That looks pretty good. I can see this team anywhere from 6-10 to 11-5. All depends on if we win our close games or not. 374154[/snapback] Isn't that how every NFL team feels in this parity driven league....The steelers went from 5-11 to 15-1....and they very well could fall down to 9-7 this year..... The teams are so equal, what matters is who shows up on game day and how the chips fall in your favor (like coin toss, refs muffing calls etc). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ganesh Posted July 5, 2005 Share Posted July 5, 2005 1. I suspect our D is the real deal with 10 of 11 starters returning snd PW (who was replaced on well over half the snaps last year will be replaced without seeing a lessening in results. 2. The ST had an outstanding year last year that it would be foolhardy to predict for sure it will be just as good. Yet, the vagaries of life thought they give a reasonable chance it will be worse, there is also a slight chance it will be better with good bounces and Lindell playing even adequately at key points. 3. I think the O will be a bit better with the players relying on themselves as a team and not expecting the QB to lead the way as the young Losman will not be able to do until he is older and Bledsoe was not able to do as a player. If the O does not rely om JP to do more than simply not make mistakes I think that it will be pretty good behind WM. I think TC and MM understand this and TC will get it done. My prediction which I garuntee will be wrong is that we finish 11-5 and make the playoffs. 374169[/snapback] 1. Our D had REAL problems stopping the run against the good teams and also not being able to get OFF the field on 3rd downs. They need to improve on those two aspects to be a great Defense and to control this teams destiny. 2. The good thing with ST is, I think, almost all the ST players are back. With the addition of Lee and Roscoe, hopefully the return teams will be even more electrifying. If Lindell can become a clutch kicker and can win a bunch of crucial games (especially on the road), we should be ok. 3. The O is the biggest question mark...So many unknowns starting from LT, LG, QB, TE to backup RBs...If they can all synchronize in training camp and mesh into a complete unit by regular season, it will be a miracle. But again, as long as the D and ST can dominate and allow the O to do play action, then the O can take its time to mesh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillyTK783 Posted July 6, 2005 Share Posted July 6, 2005 Sept. 11 Houston 1:00 win Sept. 18 @ Tampa Bay 1:00 lose Sept. 25 Atlanta 1:00 win Oct. 2 @ New Orleans 1:00 win Oct. 9 Miami 1:00 win Oct. 16 NY Jets 4:15 win Oct. 23 @ Oakland 4:15 win Oct. 30 @ New England 8:30 lose Nov. 6 Bye 6-2 at the break Nov. 13 Kansas City 1:00 win Nov. 20 @ San Diego 4:15 lose Nov. 27 Carolina 1:00 lose Dec. 4 @ Miami 1:00 win Dec. 11 New England 1:00 win Dec. 17 Denver 8:30 win Dec. 24 @ Cincinnati 1:00 lose Jan. 1 @ NY Jets 1:00 lose 10-6 is the number i'm going with, I have no idea what combination will get us there. I also have to admit that I'm betting with my heart on this stuff. When it comes to the Bills I always lean towards being optimistic. To go 10-6 and make the playoffs we'll have to a.) win at home b.) McGahee be a stud (1500 yards) c.) Defense be dominant as last year d.) Losman be mature as 2nd-year player can be Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jarthur31 Posted July 6, 2005 Share Posted July 6, 2005 A .500 record is very realistic, esp. with a rookie QB under center. Defense will have to carry this team (and hope they don't have brain farts). I don't think ST will do better than last year but we can only hope. They will surprise nobody this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ganesh Posted July 6, 2005 Share Posted July 6, 2005 A .500 record is very realistic, esp. with a rookie QB under center. Defense will have to carry this team (and hope they don't have brain farts). I don't think ST will do better than last year but we can only hope. They will surprise nobody this year. 375380[/snapback] And if we get the breaks like the Jax last year or the Panther the year before....then the 8-8 could turn into a 11-5 or a 6-10 season... With NFLs parity, every team can be a surprise 3-13 team or a 12-3 team or a 8-8 team like most of the teams in the league. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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