Archives for January 10, 2021

‘In the end the Colts ran 76 offensive plays to the Bills’ 58 and controlled time of possession (34:17 to 25:43), but the Bills offense put points on the board.’

‘Of course, the Colts deserve plenty of credit for entering the game with a tremendous game plan. The team controlled the time of possession and field position throughout the first half of the game. Throughout the game, Buffalo’s offense struggled to convert third downs, generally a strength this season. Colts defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus was receiving head coaching interest entering the game and his stock may be even higher after Saturday following the loss.’

‘Micah Hyde batted the ball into the turf with the aggressiveness of a Bills fan dunking a wing in bleu cheese.’

‘“It was crazy. For the fans to be allowed and experience that with this team – it would have been a shame if we couldn’t do it. I know it was only 6,700,” Allen joked. “But it’s more than zero. I’m super excited for the fan base here. I don’t think the guys really understand the meaning and impact of winning a playoff game for this franchise”.’

‘The bragging rights for first playoff victory goes to Allen, but Jackson and Mayfield will both get cracks at matching the quarterback on Sunday. Jackson’s Ravens will go on the road to take on the Tennessee Titans while Mayfield will make his first playoff appearance on the road against the Pittsburgh Steelers.’

‘“I know that they said it was only supposed to be 6,000 people, but it felt like 15, 20,000,” Hughes said. “I tell the guys they’re still just getting a taste of Bills Mafia. When they’re able to come back in the stadium full fledge, you’ll really be able to feel them.”’

‘Fasho.’

‘Moss’ injury came during the second play of the fourth quarter following a 6-yard run. The running back lost the ball well after he was down, but the Colts challenged the play and burned a timeout in the process. Moss remained down on the field for a few minutes before getting carted off the field.’

‘Heading into the NFL’s Divisional Round, the Kansas City Chiefs will take on the lowest seeded team remaining in the playoffs leaving Buffalo with whatever team is remaining. For this reason alone, we know heading into Sunday that there is no scenario where the Bills will host the Cleveland Browns next weekend. Cleveland, the AFC’s No. 6 seed, is currently the lowest seeded team alive in the AFC. A victory on Sunday night over the Pittsburgh Steelers would send the team to Kansas City. That means the winner of the Tennessee Titans and Baltimore Ravens game would come to Bills Stadium.’

‘Despite entering the game with both Stefon Diggs (oblique) and Cole Beasley (knee) listed as questionable, both will play on Saturday.’