GaryPinC

You've got some great points, and Douglas may deserve fired, but it always starts at the top. Every Bills fan should know that at this point in our history. What was Johnson's role in drafting Zach Wilson? Bringing in Rodgers? I don't know but I highly doubt Douglas had free rein there. There's a lot of talented Jets players, especially on defense. Then, these lousy decisions at quarterback. Hmmmm. Cleveland Browns. Jimmy Haslam. Very similar to the Jets. Gonna blame GM Andrew Berry for signing Deshaun Watson? That's delusional. 14 seasons for the Jets without the playoffs now. Deja vu.

I think this criticism could be debated a couple years ago when he wouldn't check down and distribute the ball but no longer.

I agree with you about Buffalo, but despite how damaging "nothing to do" is, I think everyone is being too literal. It's more about "bright lights, big city" for many of these guys. Tons of stuff to do.

I'm a small city/town kind of guy. But I do enjoy the excitement of visiting a big city of being able to go for as long a walk as I choose and people watch, see unique shops and businesses and quickly lose yourself in that environment and maybe pick something to do in it spur of the moment. That just doesn't really happen in Buffalo and I've heard more than one player over the years mention trips to Toronto are where it's at. I mean, come on. 20-30 something guys. Most won't want to look up a museum or tour the architectural wonders of Buffalo. And wandering into a watering hole is cool on occasion but not on the same par as getting out in a big city.

I would guess this has a lot to do with it for 20 to 30 year old alpha male athletes. Bigger cities are less effort because of more things going on in a more concentrated proximity.

Not sure how much this factors, but his teammates don't seem to like him that much. In the second half he had a nice PBU and no one came to congratulate him, everyone just filed off. One astute poster (apologies, I forget who) noted that earlier in the season after Elam recovered a fumble no one celebrated with him. Not sure what it means, but yesterday it struck me very odd given the camaraderie on this team. WRT Bishop, after getting torched against the Texans and subsequently banished to only special teams, the last thing he was going to do was be aggressive to the LOS on anything BUT a clear run play. They both popped at times though yesterday. Elam's speed and closing ability were noticeable to me. But it is the perfect schedule remaining to work these guys in for meaningful snaps, even if not starting. Can they contribute meaningfully during the playoffs? At least give them opportunities to settle in to game speed now just in case they're needed.

Yep, #17 is the greatest franchise QB in our history and will no doubt finish as at least one of the greatest in NFL history. We've proven we can beat the best teams in the NFL but it won't be because of our defense. Just have to trust and pray our guy will see us through. And enjoy the ride. What a privilege! Seems like Detroit's O has taken it to almost everyone in one way or another this year.

At this point, the defense is what it is. Our MVP and offense will have to carry us through the superbowl, while the D hopefully does enough to keep us in it. Cole and Elam got good experience today, hopefully Milano is back quickly and can get back up to speed to help. The key is the D-line needs to play their butts off every playoff game and coaches need to stay creative with stunts and looks like they did today (at least first half). The biggest problem beyond the lack of talent is Babich/McDermott need to stay creative with it.

Even if he does, succeas of the Detroit offense will dictate our approach

You know the way Campbell coaches, Detroit will treat it as a playoff test and be ready to roll.

Well, I guess to me they looked at their highest percent success play and ignored the rest.

Yep, exactly how I look at it. QB RPO.🙂 The real problem being our coaches being stuck on analytics instead of paying attention to the reality on the field.

The other thing is Josh could have rolled and tried to scramble it in on any pass plays. I didn't notice the Rams spying him during the game.

His girlfriend's gotta be plssed. Leonardo De Belichick is diving into the co-ed pool!

He also almost had a pick six bit just couldn't corral it. Don't know if he plays against Detroit, but hopefully with Miami and 2 Patriot games they give him some opportunities to sharpen up in case he's needed in the playoffs.

I've been very happy with my 2019 Chevy Traverse. Biggest mid-size SUV in terms of overall space but the ride is really smooth and turning radius great. Gas mileage with highway easily in the mid 20s. Comfortable, good ergonomics on the controls without being overcomplicated. It's why Toyota came out with the Grand Highlander, to compete with it. Definitely hit a sweet spot for me with interior size but still maneuverability and fuel economy.

I was cutting him a break because of his analytics but he certainly could have. He could have faked the sneak/push and either bootlegged or hit a releasing TE on first down. It's just the lack of creativity.

In his pressor, McDermott felt we didn't run the ball enough. He went with the sneak because it was their most effective play statistically. It was apparent by the second quarter that we couldn't run on the Rams but pass protection was very good and importantly they didn't dedicate a spy for Allen. This was an open invitation for old Josh and we shouldn't have waited into the second half to unleash this. McDermott seems to have missed that. He decided to go with the sneak at the end knowing our Oline was ineffective the entire game on the ground. Ok, but why the hell didn't he lead with the tush push on first down instead of second? McDermott needs to stop hiding behind analytics and his system and be a more dynamic head coach. Sometimes you have to adapt to the realities of the moment.

Probably both. Definitely in the second half they had intermittently switched him and Bernard where Milano was lined up on the right side of the D which I never remember him doing before injury. Milano looked slow to read and react IMO, the game looked too fast for him mentally and also physically. Got fooled by the O misdirections and out of position or took bad angles. I'm voting rust and definitely want to get him up to speed for the playoffs but not at the complete expense of Williams. Cycle them, Milano may not return enough where we need Williams top of his game in the playoffs.

This is the middle east so I understand where you're coming from, but the fact remains. Al-Julani is saying the right things at least, so we'll see.

I'm ok with Beane picking up last day QB prospects to develop but now is not the right time to invest any significant draft capital in one. Our Superbowl window is wide open and first priority is finding difference makers and addressing roster weaknesses. Give it another 4 years or so before trying to target developing Josh's replacement.

Agree about the US role, it's really going to come down to how sincere HTS is building a legit, respectful, and tolerant government. Otherwise the country will descend into chaos with multiple countries trying to tip that balance in their favor. I expect the new government will work an agreement with Russia to allow their bases to remain in exchange for recognition.

Amazing how this is all seems a bit understated given all the other conflicts in the world, and no one has the political will to intervene. A lot of disparate Syrian factions working together for this. Sure seems like Assad will be out very soon. Let's hope there's a sincerity to balance all these groups after Assad is out or it'll truly get ugly.

Do people really pooh-pooh it? I know I deeply appreciate it given the 17+ years previous. If the grass we're eating now isn't growing us to our goal, do we keep munching happily or do we take a chance across the fence and trust our FO to get us to the right meadow, even if we have to go through a bad one or two? I don't want the greatest qb in our history to follow the Dan Marino path. At some point we may need to change our leadership and luck. McD is showing good improvement this year, let's hope he carries it through the playoffs. I already watched us lose 4 superbowls in a row with our star-studded defense getting taken to the woodshed for the first three. If only Levy had the guts to fire Walt Corey and bring in a new voice/system for that talent. I think any team does. That's where coaching to create favorable situations and having as many playmakers as you can out on the field comes in.

I fall in between groups 2 and 4 in that he has shown improvement with things like 4th downs and believes in continuous improvement but come the playoffs he has always seemed to be too content to stay one TD or a TD + FG ahead and go conservative (runs + prevent defense). He needs to realize that the playoffs require more mental flexibility to look for, exploit and continue to exploit any advantages. So, early in the season I was leaning to group 4. For question 1, yes his strategy vs KC to keep the ball out of Mahomes' hands at the end is new for him and has helped me to lean back to group 2, that he'll figure it out. I need to see how the season ends to fully commit to that group though. For question 2, it could impact my perception, it depends on how he coaches the game more than the win or loss. If he's coaching smart and dynamic, well that's what's important because sometimes luck and injuries just can't be beaten. One of the other things that gives me hope is the last few games he seems to finally be loosening up and that's huge to me too. I understand the value of his structure and rigid system but it doesn't always fit the game situation. He has to be willing to adapt. I deeply appreciate the amazing culture he has set up and want him to win SBs and be the man. OTOH, we have been stuck at a level and Josh's career is moving quickly by. At some point we may have to rely on his culture and find a different voice and perspective to get us to that next Superbowl level. But I hope to hell it's all McD!