‘While Rivers quickly got his offense back to the line-of-scrimmage, the Bills were awarded a timeout just before the Colts snapped the ball. The timeout gave the officials time to review the play, which surprisingly was not overturned. What was more surprising was the Bills not losing a timeout after the officials reviewed the play.’
Archives for January 2021
Bills vs. Colts score: Josh Allen shines, Buffalo ‘D’ preserves late lead as Bills advance to Divisional Round
‘Play of the game: No question about it: Allen’s first TD, a pass to Dawson Knox to put Buffalo up 7-3, was his best improvised play in a while. What began as a designed QB run turned into an under-duress scoring toss that set the tone for the Bills’ offense early.’
Josh Allen’s incredible improvisation secures Bills’ first TD vs. Colts in wild-card battle
‘Josh Allen has garnered 2020 MVP consideration not only for his production, but for the way he produces. And Saturday’s Super Wild-Card Weekend kickoff was a prime example. At the end of the first quarter of the Bills’ opening-round matchup with the Colts, the star quarterback flashed his trademark athleticism and play-making ability to help give Buffalo its first touchdown — dropping jaws on both sides of the ball in the process.’
Bills Hang On to Beat Colts, Win First Playoff Game in 25 Years
‘A quarter-century of heartache and pain ended with Buffalo’s 27–24 win over the Colts in Saturday’s AFC wild-card game in front of a small crowd at Bills Stadium.’
The Bills Have Officially Arrived, With Their Dramatic Rebuild Now Claiming a Playoff Win
‘But what we saw on Saturday was a culmination of sorts; a recognition that there may not have been a better, faster and stronger franchise rebuild in modern NFL history than what the Buffalo Bills have done under their current head coach and general manager (Brandon Beane). With McDermott, his defense, his quarterback and his coordinators, everything feels buttoned-up in the way a good Patriots team feels buttoned-up. If someone were to argue that they were the heir apparent to the Belichickian throne atop the AFC East, it’s a thought that sounds far less ridiculous this afternoon than it did on the day Buffalo announced McDermott’s hiring back in January 2017.’
Controversial ruling on Zach Pascal fumble nearly cost Bills first playoff win since 1995
‘The ruling, even with the seemingly erroneous explanation, kept Indianapolis alive in its upset bid. The Colts couldn’t do much with the gift, however: One play later, Michael Pittman Jr. took a 1-yard reception and fumbled it for a net 2-yard loss. Rivers threw the ball out of bounds on the ensuing two plays, forcing Indianapolis to attempt a game-ending Hail Mary from the Bills’ 47.’
Bills’ Josh Allen shows off ridiculous arm on three throws in playoff game vs. Colts
‘Allen, leading his team down field with a 3-0 deficit to the Colts, showcased his unique arm talent on three separate throws: a flick of the wrist to Stefon Diggs, a scrambling bullet pass to Gabriel Davis and a remarkable tumbling touchdown toss to Dawson Knox to pull the Bills ahead.’
Bills defeat Colts in AFC Wild Card Round
‘The playoff win is the first for head coach Sean McDermott, who has led the Bills to three postseason appearances in the last four years, and for quarterback Josh Allen, who finished the game 26-of-35 passing for 324 yards and two touchdowns. Allen also led the Bills in rushing, carrying the ball 11 times for 54 yards along with a running score.’
‘Mr. Perimeter’ Gabriel Davis establishes himself as toe-drag extraordinaire
‘The rookie fourth round pick out of UCF largely exceeded expectations this season, finishing with 599 yards and seven touchdowns. He was one of only three rookie receivers in this highly-touted draft class, joining Justin Jefferson and Chase Claypool, to finish the season with 500 yards and seven scores.’
Opinion: Bills test our nerves, but playoff win drought is over
‘Allen was under pressure for most of the afternoon, and actually the majority of his completions came on throws from outside the pocket, where Allen went 15-of-20 for 185 yards and a pair of touchdowns.’
Opinion: Three Observations: The playoff monkey is finally off Bills’ backs
‘One can’t help but highlight the fact that the game came down to the final play. Just like in Buffalo’s Week 10 loss to the Arizona Cardinals, the Bills’ opponent ran the final play from right around mid-field and got a decent throw off towards the end zone. However, unlike in the Arizona game, Buffalo’s defense was able to knock down the final prayer and seal the victory.’
Opinion: Arrow Up/Arrow Down: Colts at Bills
‘The Bills defense failed to get a sack, nor force a turnover in the game. It was only the second time this season that has happened. The first and only other game was their first loss of the season back in Week 5 against the Tennessee Titans.’
Social media erupts as officials’ blown call gives Colts undeserved chance to beat Bills
‘With under a minute remaining in Saturday’s first of three playoff games around the NFL, Colts quarterback Philip Rivers attempted to continue a game-winning or game-tying drive, finding wide receiver Zach Pascal deep for a 17-yard completion. Stumbling after making the grab, Pascal appeared to regain his footing and subsequently lose the football as he got back upright. In other words, Pascal quite clearly looked to have fumbled the football.’
Bills win first playoff game since 1995, top Colts 27-24 in Wild Card round
‘After a Bills drive stalled, the Colts attempted a hail mary pass to win it but the Bills were able to break it up.’
Locked and loaded: Bills receiving corps come up big in Bills’ Wild Card win
‘Stefon Diggs continued to prove his worth, finishing with six catches for 128 yards and a touchdown in the team’s 27-24 win. In the process, he became the team’s first 100-yard receiver in a playoff game since Eric Moulds in 1999.’