‘”First and foremost, it was a tough week just because a lot of us spent a lot of time with Dorse and respect him not only as a man but as a football coach and all he’s done for this team over the last however many years,” said center Mitch Morse. “I didn’t envy Joe’s position by any means. We executed. He gave us a game plan that we knew we were able to dial in, the simpler the better, and then it was about executing that game plan and I think that’s a great job for the first week.”‘
Archives for November 2023
Ed Oliver: ‘Point guard’ of the Bills’ defense thriving after signing contract
‘Per The News’ game charting, Oliver had six quarterback pressures and two run “stuffs” (gain of one or less yards), a big part of the Broncos’ offense managing only six points off four takeaways. It was another big example of how Oliver has reached a new level of consistency in his fifth NFL season, one year before his four-year, $68 million contract kicks in.’
Scouting Report: Jets stand as tall challenge in Joe Brady’s first game as new Bills offensive coordinator
‘Jets 17, Bills 16.’
Bills Mailbag: It’s time for Joe Brady to unleash Josh Allen
‘Through 10 games this season, Allen has not had a game with 10 carries. Last season, he had six games with more than 10 carries and the Bills won all six.’
Game day for the Bills means there will be no rest for the Orchard Park Police Department
‘On game days, Orchard Park police are on patrol outside of the stadium. The Erie County Sheriff’s Office handles security inside, as well as help with traffic control. State police also are on hand.’
My View: There’s such a thing as Buffalo PTSD and it’s Bills-related
‘Sometimes you can actually see the penalty on the replay, and after we’re done hurling curse words at the TV we begrudgingly accept it and move on. But they generally don’t show a replay at all, which just lends evidence to our conclusion that it was made up to screw Buffalo. Anti-Buffalo conspiracy theories have been a past topic of conversation across all of our local professional sports teams. Now, rather than reopening what is an old wound, it’s been reduced to the quiet acknowledgement of that possibility. Still, many a celebration has been turned to aggravation, watching something so exciting go away – benefiting the opposition in the process.’
Voice of the Fan: Pressure is on everyone for the Bills, no one more than Sean McDermott
‘The whole Buffalo franchise is under similar pressure by us fans to defy the famous Bill Parcells’ axiom, “You are what your record says you are.” The 2023 Bills are not really a .500 team, are they?’
Buffalo Bills vs New York Jets prediction and keys to AFC East matchup
‘Sal’s prediction: Bills 16, Jets 10.’
What channel is the Bills game on? How to watch Buffalo Bills vs. New York Jets
‘They’ve already played five night games, gone 2-3, and while the offense played below expectation in all five – three that were downright miserable – there was at least late-game intrigue in the losses to the Jets and Broncos and the wins over the Giants and Buccaneers.’
Pressure’s on as Brady takes OC job for Bills
‘So, no, this shouldn’t be an easy debut for Joe Brady in the offensive play-calling job after taking over for the fired Ken Dorsey. Brady met with the media Thursday to discuss his sudden new job as interim offensive coordinator and said he still had not decided where he’ll call plays from: the booth, as Dorsey did, or on the sidelines, as many offensive coordinators now do.’
Five Takes: Bills enter rematch vs. Jets with playoff hopes fading; Will change at OC be enough to turn the tide?
‘After his nonsensical benching following a fumble on the first play from scrimmage against the Broncos, Bills RB James Cook responded with his second 100-yard game of the season, increasing his season total to 615 yards rushing, which is the sixth-most in the NFL. Denver is the worst team in the league in terms of defending against the run, and they proved to be vulnerable in that area as the Bills became increasingly committed to Cook and the running game as a whole as the game wore on.’
Sunday’s New York Coverage
Jets defense looking to ’embarrass’ Bills QB Josh Allen again in rematch (New York Daily News)
3 keys to a Jets upset win over Josh Allen and the Bills for a second time this season (New York Daily News)
Mike Lupica: The Jets score touchdowns as well as they draft quarterbacks … that has to change (New York Daily News)
Jets, Bills meet in Week 11 with seasons on the line after starting year with high hopes (New York Post)
Jets can stay alive in AFC East picture — if they can finally find end zone (New York Post)
Jets’ Laken Tomlinson doesn’t want to jinx 106 consecutive-start streak (New York Post)
Jets vs. Bills: Preview, prediction, what to watch for (New York Post)
Jets’ defense looking to stifle Bills’ Josh Allen again (Newsday)
How much longer will Jets coach Robert Saleh wait to make QB change if warranted? (Newsday)
Jets will be without key starter in must-win matchup vs. Bills (Newark Star Ledger)
NY Jets vs. Buffalo Bills: Our expert Week 11 NFL picks for this AFC East game (Bergen Record)
What channel are the Jets on? Time, TV info for Jets vs. Bills Week 11 matchup (Bergen Record)
Don’t expect cut blocks from Jets in rematch with Bills (ESPN)
5 things to watch as Jets face Bills in Week 11 of 2023 NFL season (SportsNet New York)
What Has Changed Since the Jets-Bills Week 1 Matchup? (NewYorkJets.com)
Jets-Bills Game Preview A Time to Turn It Around (NewYorkJets.com)
Jets at Bills | 3 Things to Know for Week 11 AFC East Rematch (NewYorkJets.com)
6 Players to Watch When the Jets Travel to Play the ‘Explosive as Heck’ Bills (NewYorkJets.com)
Ways to Watch and Listen | Jets at Bills (NewYorkJets.com)
More change could be coming for the underachieving Bills
‘More importantly, perhaps, the promotion of Joe Brady to the offensive coordinator role is being read around the league as a window into the growing unrest of Bills ownership. And, lest you forget the days of Rex Ryan’s undoing, Doug Marrone taking a buyout to leave Buffalo without having another head coaching gig lined up and constant infighting within the front office, owner Terry Pegula’s franchise was once mired in dysfunction and turmoil before Coach Sean McDermott and General Manager Brandon Beane settled in. More staff changes would appear imminent without a course reversal.’
How to watch Buffalo Bills vs. New York Jets: NFL live stream info, TV channel, start time, game odds
Here’s a few offensive stats to keep an eye on ahead of Sunday’s match: The Bills command a daunting offense this season, having averaged 3.2 touchdowns per game (they’re ranked second in touchdowns overall). It’s a different story for the Jets , though, as they’ve been averaging only 1.1 per game. Will the Bills continue their march to the end zone, or will the Jets flip the script?’
Turnovers are not the Bills problems, the lack of big plays are
‘According to PFF, Josh Allen has just 10 turnover plays on the season. That’s the 15th most in the NFL. By percentage, Allen has the 29th highest turnover worthy play percentage in the NFL. This year has actually been the lowest turnover worthy play percentage of Allen’s career.’