'Frightening as it may be for Buffalo fans to see their beloved Bills sitting on that same 3-2 record that they began each season since 2014—seasons all ending in futility—their defense ranks first with 14.8 points-per-game allowed, Buffalo ranks second with a +8 turnover differential, they have the fifth best pass blocking offensive line according to The Pro Football Focus “Pass Blocking Efficiency” rating, which measures pressure allowed on a per-snap basis, weighting toward sacks allowed at 82.2—up from 21st last season at 76.2—Tyrod Taylor progression, and the hope that McCoy will find his perennial Pro Bowl stride, there remains hope that this year will be different.'