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[BarleyNY]

48 minutes ago, RoscoeParrish said:

Meh, Vrabel and his Titans have certainly bullied the Bills in the past. 
 

Large part of that was Jeffrey Simmons and Derrick Henry but we don’t fare well against super physical teams.

 

Vrabel’s teams are not only physical, they are also disciplined, unlike the Ravens who are physical, dirty and undisciplined. I’ve always wanted to see what Vrabel could do if he had a qb, but didn’t really want it to be in the AFC much less the AFCE. 

[RoscoeParrish]

24 minutes ago, BarleyNY said:

 

Vrabel’s teams are not only physical, they are also disciplined, unlike the Ravens who are physical, dirty and undisciplined. I’ve always wanted to see what Vrabel could do if he had a qb, but didn’t really want it to be in the AFC much less the AFCE. 

He’s a heck of a coach in my opinion. He’s right on that second tier, just behind the elites.

 

Part of the Bills success in the AFCE has been from such large QB and coaching disparities, not dissimilar to the Pats dominance of the division. Maye is still TBD but I think Vrabel is easily at least the second best coach in the division and that has the potential to make things interesting.

[ChronicAndKnuckles]

“Fields did finish above a 50 percent completion rate Tuesday, hitting 9-of-16 passes, but he completed nothing downfield and threw two interceptions, with a third coming in 7-on-7 drills.” 
 

““It’s all right,” Fields said afterward. “Some of it’s me, some of it’s dropping the ball, some of it’s just plain and simple things. It’s practice. I’ve been a part of games where we have a red zone Friday, we run a play three times, we don’t hit it one time. Then Sunday comes and we hit it the first time we run it.”

 

 

https://nypost.com/2025/08/05/sports/jets-not-worried-even-as-justin-fields-passing-struggles-deepen/

 

I never thought it was possible, but I think the Jets are well on their way to breaking the Bills 17 season playoff drought. I can’t believe it’s been 14 years already. And they have almost nothing to get excited about other than the 1% chance Fields can put it together on his 3rd team. 

[Gregg]

They signed him to a 2-year deal, so I don't think they view him as the long-term answer. I would say it's pretty much a lock the Jets will be taking a QB in the first round of next year's draft.

[ChronicAndKnuckles]

1 minute ago, Gregg said:

They signed him to a 2-year deal, so I don't think they view him as the long-term answer. I would say it's pretty much a lock the Jets will be taking a QB in the first round of next year's draft.

3rd time is a charm I guess. 

[Pete]

3 hours ago, eball said:

 

Whoa, lets pump the brakes just a bit there, partner…

 

check back in 4 months

[Royale with Cheese]

24 minutes ago, ChronicAndKnuckles said:

“Fields did finish above a 50 percent completion rate Tuesday, hitting 9-of-16 passes, but he completed nothing downfield and threw two interceptions, with a third coming in 7-on-7 drills.” 
 

““It’s all right,” Fields said afterward. “Some of it’s me, some of it’s dropping the ball, some of it’s just plain and simple things. It’s practice. I’ve been a part of games where we have a red zone Friday, we run a play three times, we don’t hit it one time. Then Sunday comes and we hit it the first time we run it.”

 

 

https://nypost.com/2025/08/05/sports/jets-not-worried-even-as-justin-fields-passing-struggles-deepen/

 

I never thought it was possible, but I think the Jets are well on their way to breaking the Bills 17 season playoff drought. I can’t believe it’s been 14 years already. And they have almost nothing to get excited about other than the 1% chance Fields can put it together on his 3rd team. 

 

Aaron Rodgers was the Yoko Ono of the New York Jets.

[DrDawkinstein]

1 hour ago, RoscoeParrish said:

He’s a heck of a coach in my opinion. He’s right on that second tier, just behind the elites.

 

Part of the Bills success in the AFCE has been from such large QB and coaching disparities, not dissimilar to the Pats dominance of the division. Maye is still TBD but I think Vrabel is easily at least the second best coach in the division and that has the potential to make things interesting.

 

I fully expect Vrabel to pull one over on McD and squeak out one last-minute win over some rules technicality or having his players ready for something that we arent ready for.

 

It's still our division, but we'll likely be 5-1 after splitting with the Pats (assuming we dont bench starters the last game as well)

6 minutes ago, Royale with Cheese said:

 

Aaron Rodgers was the Yoko Ono of the New York Jets.

 

Not sure the Jets should even be compared to the Beatles.

 

More like Aaron Rodgers was the Wes Scantlin of the Puddle of Mudd Jets.

[Goin Breakdown]

-So what I've read today is Maye is legit and the patriots defense may cause fits. 

-Tua doesn't throw incomplete passes

 

and the Jets......well they suck

 

im not saying well go 6-0 in the division this year as these teams are building to beat us,  but im not going to get too worked up until the games are underway. 

[Royale with Cheese]

19 minutes ago, DrDawkinstein said:

 

I fully expect Vrabel to pull one over on McD and squeak out one last-minute win over some rules technicality or having his players ready for something that we arent ready for.

 

It's still our division, but we'll likely be 5-1 after splitting with the Pats (assuming we dont bench starters the last game as well)

 

Not sure the Jets should even be compared to the Beatles.

 

More like Aaron Rodgers was the Wes Scantlin of the Puddle of Mudd Jets.

 

I remember Puddle of Mudd...one song. 

 

[Low Positive]

1 hour ago, RoscoeParrish said:

He’s a heck of a coach in my opinion. He’s right on that second tier, just behind the elites.

 

Part of the Bills success in the AFCE has been from such large QB and coaching disparities, not dissimilar to the Pats dominance of the division. Maye is still TBD but I think Vrabel is easily at least the second best coach in the division and that has the potential to make things interesting.

If you remember all the times the Titans gave us trouble, you have to remember the times when we stomped them too. Vrabel coached this game, and with a prime Derrick Henry to boot. 

 

[Pete]

4 hours ago, eball said:

 

Whoa, lets pump the brakes just a bit there, partner…

 

Know Your Enemies. 

 

Pats D was 9th in NFL DVOA 2024.

 

The Patriots' secondary is expected to be a strength in the 2025 season, with a combination of strong young players and veteran additions.

 

Key players include Christian Gonzalez and Carlton Davis at cornerback, and Jabrill Peppers, Kyle Dugger, and Marcus Epps at safety.

 

Key players and their roles:

 

Cornerbacks:Christian Gonzalez: Emerging star cornerback, expected to take another leap in his development.Carlton Davis: Veteran cornerback signed in free agency, known for his physicality and press coverage.Marcus Jones: A quality slot corner, potentially playing more on offense, according to some analysts.

 

Safeties:Jabrill Peppers: An elite safety with high overall grades in recent seasons.Kyle Dugger: A solid starter, though he battled injuries last season.Marcus Epps: Another safety who provides depth and competition.

 

Strengths and Expectations:

 

ESPN predicts the secondary will be the Patriots' top strength in 2025.The combination of Gonzalez and Davis is expected to be one of the league's top cornerback duos.The Patriots are aiming to re-establish their defensive identity with a revamped coaching staff and a strong secondary.NBC Sports Boston suggests the secondary has the potential to be a shutdown unit.

 

CUPCAKE SCHEDULE

1September 71:00 p.m.Las Vegas RaidersGillette StadiumCBS

2September 141:00 p.m.at Miami DolphinsHard Rock StadiumCBS

3September 211:00 p.m.Pittsburgh SteelersGillette StadiumCBS

4September 281:00 p.m.Carolina PanthersGillette StadiumFox

5October 58:20 p.m.at Buffalo BillsHighmark StadiumNBC

6October 124:25 p.m.at New Orleans SaintsCaesars SuperdomeCBS

7October 191:00 p.m.at Tennessee TitansNissan StadiumCBS

8October 261:00 p.m.Cleveland BrownsGillette StadiumFox

9November 21:00 p.m.Atlanta FalconsGillette StadiumCBS

10November 91:00 p.m.at Tampa Bay BuccaneersRaymond James StadiumCBS

11November 138:15 p.m.New York JetsGillette StadiumPrime Video

12November 231:00 p.m.at Cincinnati BengalsPaycor StadiumCBS

13December 18:15 p.m.New York GiantsGillette StadiumESPN

14Bye

15December 141:00 p.m.Buffalo BillsGillette StadiumCBS

16December 211:00 p.m.at Baltimore RavensM&T Bank StadiumCBS

17December 281:00 p.m.at New York JetsMetLife StadiumCBS

18January 3/4TBDMiami DolphinsGillette StadiumTBD

 

A FIRST PLACE SCHEDULE

1September 78:20 p.m.Baltimore RavensHighmark StadiumNBC

2September 141:00 p.m.at New York JetsMetLife StadiumCBS

3September 188:15 p.m.Miami DolphinsHighmark StadiumPrime Video

4September 281:00 p.m.New Orleans SaintsHighmark StadiumCBS

5October 58:20 p.m.New England PatriotsHighmark StadiumNBC

6October 137:15 p.m.at Atlanta FalconsMercedes-Benz StadiumESPN

7Bye

8October 261:00 p.m.at Carolina PanthersBank of America StadiumFox

9November 24:25 p.m.Kansas City ChiefsHighmark StadiumCBS

10November 91:00 p.m.at Miami DolphinsHard Rock StadiumCBS

11November 161:00 p.m.Tampa Bay BuccaneersHighmark StadiumCBS

12November 208:15 p.m.at Houston TexansNRG StadiumPrime Video

13November 304:25 p.m.at Pittsburgh SteelersAcrisure StadiumCBS

14December 74:25 p.m.Cincinnati BengalsHighmark StadiumFox

15December 141:00 p.m.at New England PatriotsGillette StadiumCBS

16December 211:00 p.m.at Cleveland BrownsHuntington Bank FieldCBS

17December 284:25 p.m.Philadelphia EaglesHighmark StadiumFox

18January 3/4TBDNew York JetsHighmark StadiumTBD

 

The Buffalo Bills are heavily favored to win the AFC East in 2025, with some projections even suggesting a near certainty. While other teams in the division, like the Patriots and Dolphins, are expected to improve, the Bills are seen as the clear frontrunners. 

Here's a more detailed look at the projected wins for each team:

Buffalo Bills:

Projected to win the division, with some predictions placing their win total at 12-5 or even 13-4. 

New England Patriots:

Expected to be more competitive than recent years, with projections around 9-8. 

Miami Dolphins:

Projections range from 8-9 to potentially 10-11 wins, with health being a key factor. 

New York Jets:

Projected to be at the bottom of the division, with predictions around 7-10 wins. 

The Bills' dominance in the division is largely attributed to their strong performance over the past five seasons and the continued presence of star quarterback Josh Allen. However, the Patriots, with new leadership and some key acquisitions, are seen as the most likely to challenge the Bills for the division title. 

 

Edited Thursday at 03:51 PM by Pete

[RoscoeParrish]

2 minutes ago, Low Positive said:

If you remember all the times the Titans gave us trouble, you have to remember the times when we stomped them too. Vrabel coached this game, and with a prime Derrick Henry to boot. 

 

Yeah, we stomped them that one year. Although that was the year that they traded AJ Brown and their offense fell off a cliff.

 

The point remains that Vrabel is 2-3 vs McDermott and that’s with the Bills having a near massive QB advantage for almost every one of those games.

5 minutes ago, Pete said:

Know Your Enemies. 

 

Pats D was 9th in NFL DVOA 2024.

 

The Patriots' secondary is expected to be a strength in the 2025 season, with a combination of strong young players and veteran additions.

 

Key players include Christian Gonzalez and Carlton Davis at cornerback, and Jabrill Peppers, Kyle Dugger, and Marcus Epps at safety.

 

Key players and their roles:

 

Cornerbacks:Christian Gonzalez: Emerging star cornerback, expected to take another leap in his development.Carlton Davis: Veteran cornerback signed in free agency, known for his physicality and press coverage.Marcus Jones: A quality slot corner, potentially playing more on offense, according to some analysts.

 

Safeties:Jabrill Peppers: An elite safety with high overall grades in recent seasons.Kyle Dugger: A solid starter, though he battled injuries last season.Marcus Epps: Another safety who provides depth and competition.

 

Strengths and Expectations:

 

ESPN predicts the secondary will be the Patriots' top strength in 2025.The combination of Gonzalez and Davis is expected to be one of the league's top cornerback duos.The Patriots are aiming to re-establish their defensive identity with a revamped coaching staff and a strong secondary.NBC Sports Boston suggests the secondary has the potential to be a shutdown unit.

 

CUPCAKE SCHEDULE

1September 71:00 p.m.Las Vegas RaidersGillette StadiumCBS

2September 141:00 p.m.at Miami DolphinsHard Rock StadiumCBS

3September 211:00 p.m.Pittsburgh SteelersGillette StadiumCBS

4September 281:00 p.m.Carolina PanthersGillette StadiumFox

5October 58:20 p.m.at Buffalo BillsHighmark StadiumNBC

6October 124:25 p.m.at New Orleans SaintsCaesars SuperdomeCBS

7October 191:00 p.m.at Tennessee TitansNissan StadiumCBS

8October 261:00 p.m.Cleveland BrownsGillette StadiumFox

9November 21:00 p.m.Atlanta FalconsGillette StadiumCBS

10November 91:00 p.m.at Tampa Bay BuccaneersRaymond James StadiumCBS

11November 138:15 p.m.New York JetsGillette StadiumPrime Video

12November 231:00 p.m.at Cincinnati BengalsPaycor StadiumCBS

13December 18:15 p.m.New York GiantsGillette StadiumESPN

14Bye

15December 141:00 p.m.Buffalo BillsGillette StadiumCBS

16December 211:00 p.m.at Baltimore RavensM&T Bank StadiumCBS

17December 281:00 p.m.at New York JetsMetLife StadiumCBS

18January 3/4TBDMiami DolphinsGillette StadiumTBD

 

A FIRST PLACE SCHEDULE

1September 78:20 p.m.Baltimore RavensHighmark StadiumNBC

2September 141:00 p.m.at New York JetsMetLife StadiumCBS

3September 188:15 p.m.Miami DolphinsHighmark StadiumPrime Video

4September 281:00 p.m.New Orleans SaintsHighmark StadiumCBS

5October 58:20 p.m.New England PatriotsHighmark StadiumNBC

6October 137:15 p.m.at Atlanta FalconsMercedes-Benz StadiumESPN

7Bye

8October 261:00 p.m.at Carolina PanthersBank of America StadiumFox

9November 24:25 p.m.Kansas City ChiefsHighmark StadiumCBS

10November 91:00 p.m.at Miami DolphinsHard Rock StadiumCBS

11November 161:00 p.m.Tampa Bay BuccaneersHighmark StadiumCBS

12November 208:15 p.m.at Houston TexansNRG StadiumPrime Video

13November 304:25 p.m.at Pittsburgh SteelersAcrisure StadiumCBS

14December 74:25 p.m.Cincinnati BengalsHighmark StadiumFox

15December 141:00 p.m.at New England PatriotsGillette StadiumCBS

16December 211:00 p.m.at Cleveland BrownsHuntington Bank FieldCBS

17December 284:25 p.m.Philadelphia EaglesHighmark StadiumFox

18January 3/4TBDNew York JetsHighmark StadiumTBD

 

The Buffalo Bills are heavily favored to win the AFC East in 2025, with some projections even suggesting a near certainty. While other teams in the division, like the Patriots and Dolphins, are expected to improve, the Bills are seen as the clear frontrunners. 

Here's a more detailed look at the projected wins for each team:

Buffalo Bills:

Projected to win the division, with some predictions placing their win total at 12-5 or even 13-4. 

New England Patriots:

Expected to be more competitive than recent years, with projections around 9-8. 

Miami Dolphins:

Projections range from 8-9 to potentially 10-11 wins, with health being a key factor. 

New York Jets:

Projected to be at the bottom of the division, with predictions around 7-10 wins. 

The Bills' dominance in the division is largely attributed to their strong performance over the past five seasons and the continued presence of star quarterback Josh Allen. However, the Patriots, with new leadership and some key acquisitions, are seen as the most likely to challenge the Bills for the division title. 

 

Please stop with the AI slop.

[iccrewman112]

43 minutes ago, Royale with Cheese said:

 

I remember Puddle of Mudd...one song. 

 

im not sure I recall it, it’s all “blurry” to me

39 minutes ago, Low Positive said:

If you remember all the times the Titans gave us trouble, you have to remember the times when we stomped them too. Vrabel coached this game, and with a prime Derrick Henry to boot. 

 

After this game I thought the team had a legit shot and running the table in the regular season.

 

Jordan Phillips who was playing great to start the year hurt his hamstring on Milano TD return. And the next week we went to Miami with the Heat Index and the entire middle portion of the regular season turned from that game.

[That's No Moon]

1 hour ago, iccrewman112 said:

im not sure I recall it, it’s all “blurry” to me

After this game I thought the team had a legit shot and running the table in the regular season.

 

Jordan Phillips who was playing great to start the year hurt his hamstring on Milano TD return. And the next week we went to Miami with the Heat Index and the entire middle portion of the regular season turned from that game.

Wasn't that also the game when Hyde hurt his neck?

[BuffaloBillyG]

BBMB favorite Eli Apple heads to Cancun a bit early this year 

[Big Blitz]

 

[Pete]

2 hours ago, RoscoeParrish said:

Yeah, we stomped them that one year. Although that was the year that they traded AJ Brown and their offense fell off a cliff.

 

The point remains that Vrabel is 2-3 vs McDermott and that’s with the Bills having a near massive QB advantage for almost every one of those games.

Please stop with the AI slop.

Ill make sure that I check with you before I post next to make sure its alright with you what I post 🙄

[BillsShredder83]

On 8/6/2025 at 1:00 PM, HappyDays said:

Apparently Mack Hollins is having a bad training camp and a lot of Pats fans don't want him to make the team.

 

 

Please cut him 🙏 I know a soft landing spot for him.

[DrDawkinstein]

34 minutes ago, Big Blitz said:

 

 

Got bit by the New Contract Injury Bug!

 

At least he signed his deal before this happened, for his sake.