Dan

You may be right. But, then again, maybe they'll find other ways to win games. I don't know. In the meantime, as long as we're leading the division and are 1 of 9 teams with 1loss or fewer, I have no problem waiting a year or 2 to become a top team.

I was of the opinion... do exactly what they did; trying to get them to jump. Then at 1-2 seconds on the play clock hike and QB sneak for the 6 inches. I really didn't want our defense back on the field at that point.

Exactly. I couldn't agree more. I think we all agree that neither our defense or offense are elite. They both have a lot to learn and a lot of room for improvement. But, we're in the 2nd year of a complete rebuild and we're 4-1; beating some pretty darn good teams. I'll take that all day long. So, let's talk about what we can do better, sure. But, to say this is a bad team or a far from good team or in any need of major change (new defensive coordinator) is just nonsense.

I think if we can make the statement that "Ralph is cheap", we can also state that he's giving many of the fans exactly what they want. It seems for every Ralph is cheap post; there's two more questioning why we're paying some player money.

<br />Lord knows we don't want or need any depth on our O line! Trade him for a 7th rounder.

Agreed. Today's loss sucks because it's a team we should be able to beat... and we were up 17-3 on at the half. But, now it's all about how they respond next week. They're still leading the division after the first month of football. The Dolphins look hopeless. The Jets are in the process of imploding. So it's us and the Pats*... we just have to refocus and come out playing solid next week. Of the next 2 games, Philli looks to be the much easier one. So let's get the win and go into the buy no worse than 4-2.

Stupid comparisons to the 2008 season can finally end.

I agree. I think that's what most people are missing. Merriman has played the first 3 games more as a DE with a hand on the ground going one on one with the LT. Maybe I'm wrong but I'm not sure. that's his strong suit, but it does help us set the edge to contain the run game.

One of the best, if not the best, articles on the Bills I've read in years. Just awesome read. It definitely captures the greatness of the team and the area, and the connection between us. I must admit, I've been in an exceptional mood all week! Immediately after the game, I was so excited I called my mom and 2 of my sisters; it was all I could do to push the buttons. The feeling of elation was blinding. Inevitably and daily over the last couple of weeks... I've pondered those exact same two questions. My answer: I don't know; but for now... I'm savoring every moment of the week with each win. Go Bills!

I was just saying the same thing to a buddy of mine yesterday. The Jets are primed for an implosion. I'm not say it will happen; but a mini losing streak could easily make the wheels come off that team. All the bragging and egos are great as long as you're winning. But, lose a few and it all sounds completely different.

As much as I think we'd all love to see the Raiders get another win; let's think about this realistically. When was the last time the Pats* lost 2 in a row? 2006. (Granted, that was also the last year in which Brady threw 4 picks in a game as well.) But, in all probability the Pats* come out re-focused and dissect the Raiders for an easy win.

He was 5 yards away and it "appeared" uncatchable because he was interfered with and not allowed to make a play on the ball. Uncatchable balls are called, typically, when it's 5yds over a guys head or 5 yds out of bounds... not when the WR is trying to stop and come back to the ball and clearly and blatantly held up. There were plenty of questionable calls in this game... on both sides. But this was not one of them.

I do believe it's closer to $30 mill. and I'm sure that's what the FO is doing..trying to make sure everything fits. IMO, they don't need to front load Stevie. You know he's gonna be here for a while. Probably same with FItz. But if Freddie doesn't get his money up front, he probably doesn't see it all. None the less, I'm confident they'll all be reworked and finish their careers as Bills. I wan Fred and Stevie and these guys paid because then they stay Bills and then the Bills keep winning and then I keep enjoying my football season and then life is good again. I could care less how much they get paid.. just as long as it's enough to keep them happy and in Buffalo.

For the most part, I'll agree. However, there's a true genuineness in his demeanor. He's focused on one thing right now - winning games and getting to the playoffs.

Great interview by Jamie Dukes! Video Link When asked which tweet do you want from Deon - Pay the Man or from Dukes I believe in the Bills and they'll make the playoffs ? Without hesitation, he says its all about the playoffs. Do that and everything else takes care of itself. I'm loyal to the soil. I want to stay with the Bills. When have you heard a player make comments like that? I mean the guy is mature beyond his years and definitely has the right perspective. The guy is all class, all Buffalo, and all world. Pay the guy (and Fitz and Jackson) and keep this team rolling!

Agreed on all accounts. It's one of the things about this thing I keep mulling over in my mind; they appear to just be scratching the surface. Offensively, they haven't played a full game yet. Granted they started the KC game om time; but recall the backups came in about the 9 min (?) or so mark of the 4th quarter. Did Spiller even play yesterday? He was nearly MIA. And the defense is missing McGee while Dareus is still a rookie and Merrimen is mostly MIA (for whatever reason we want to speculate). IMO, this team is still very much on the upswing. They just have to keep building and moving forward.

Not a meda line, but Welker in his post game press conference. He looks all sad and dejected and says: It was supposed to be a fun day setting records and such, but it didn't turn out that way. (or something very close to that) Love that we ruined him and Brady's perfect day!

I was going nuts on the pick 6 play! But that lasted about a minute, because I knew there was still 10 minutes in the game and Brady would certainly score again. Action Jackson's big catch and run was huge! Again nuts, crazy jumpin! But that lasted about a minute, maybe 2, because I knew there was still plenty of time for some heart wrenching way to screw up a sure thing. When that FG went through and I saw the game clock his 0. Well.... I'm still on a high! So, for me, seeing that kick go through with zero seconds left was just awesome.

What's the quote from that move Miracle... I'm not looking for the best players; I'm looking for the right players.

We definitely benefited from a few calls in the game. But, I can't call either of the calls on that drive "gifts". Both instances were clear penalties. The first was clearly a blow to Fitz's head. Was it a hard blow? No. But, the rules are quite clear - hit the QB's head and you get a flag. The fact that they called it on a Buffalo QB playing against NE* is a surprise, I agree. But, its the right call based on the current rules. (Of course, if you're name is Vick... screw you. ) The pass interference was also clear and blatant. Nelson stopped and tried to come back to the ball; the CB blatantly held him/ran into him and prevented him from doing so while in no way looking back at the ball. Again, clear cut pass interference. The reason the ball was 5 yds short of Nelson is because... he was held. I fail to see how that's any different than a ball 5 yds overthrown because the WR is held. I agree, Fitz was lucky there and Nelson made a great play to draw attention and get the flag. But, that doesn't change the fact that he was indeed held while the ball was in the air. I don't think the refs in any way bailed the Bills out there. They did their job. It's unbelievable; I'm not used to the refs calling penalties against the Pats*; but they did their job.

I agree. The Bills have a long way to go before they can mark anyone down as a win. I'll be watching this game to see how this team responds. It's not uncommon for a young team to come out flat after such a huge and emotional win as we just had. So far, they're all saying the right things. It'll be interesting to see if they come out and take care of business.

I loved that! Seriously, how often has anyone seen anything like that? It's amazing the feeling this team must have this week. I'm sure they do, but I really hope they realize that they're part of something so much bigger than themselves and their stat lines. I hope they can keep it rolling for another week. Go Bills!

Thanks! and welcome aboard!

I completely and totally agree. What I take exception to is the quote: "-Max: You're not set for life yet with three kids. You're trying to set yourself up for the future and your family." How is making a couple of million dollars a year for 3+ years not setting you up for life? Yes, he deserves a pay raise - a significant one. But, not because he's poor and struggling to take care of his family. That's all.

Ocho is taking alot of heat for dropping that pass. And, perhaps, rightfully so. But, the Pats* still scored on that drive. All his drop did was take more time off the clock. If he catches the ball and scores; in no way does it equate to a Pat* win. If anything, the way that game was going, it would have lead to a couple more scores by each team. So, no, I reject your notion that Ocho's dropped pass was what allowed us to win.