Dan

Thank you, good sir. I'm glad you brought up Pennington, because Parcels drafted his, supposed, QB of the future in Henne. And look how that's turning out. Now, granted, I think the book is far from being written on Henne. But, clearly he's struggling. Are the fins struggling because their QB is struggling? Is Henne really their long term answer at QB? I point this out as a cautionary tale because many, here, want the Bills to draft the next big QB despite Fitz's very competent play this season. I'm not suggesting that the Fins should have stuck with Pennington; I'm suggesting that 3 years into Henne's career and he's pretty much as good as Fitz.

Bills Fandom 101 - Anything the Bills do is bad/wrong. Anything any other team does is good/right.

This point has been noted a multitude of times in reference to Nix's rebuilding plan. It's a point that is routinely brought out to illustrate that there's no need to wait 3 years for a rebuild; hence, Nix is doing something wrong. However, let's think about this: The fins record: 2007 - 1-15 2008 - 11-5 (playoffs) 2009 - 7-9 2010 - 7-6 (currently, playoffs are a long shot to say they least) So, yes, perhaps you can turn around a team in 1 year and make the playoffs. But, since that good year, the Fins have been largely mediocre. Which begs the question; do people want a quick turn around that lasts a season (maybe 2), or would you prefer a turn around that makes the Bills legitimate playoff contenders for many years to come? It seems Parcels and the Fins took the quick route. Nix appears to be taking the slower approach. It remains to be seen if he can build a perennial playoff team; but I'd much rather he take his time, build through the draft and try to get us a team that competes with the top teams for the next decade. I contend that the idea that you can completely turn around a long-term, losing franchise in 1 year is a myth. Splashy FA signings and draft picks, in the end, are just that - flashes in the pan. And seeing has how I'm a Bills fan for life, I'd prefer more than just a few flashy moves for once.

Most positive thing from this season, so far: Trent Edwards was cut. Man, that was a good day. Runner up: Watching the team fight for a full 60 minutes, followed by press conferences where it's obvious the players hate losing.

Funny thing is... that's been the book on how to beat the Pats* for years. Yet, very few teams do it. Why? I'm seriously asking. Does the league office mandate that you can't blitz Brady and play bump and run, man coverage on their WRs? It boggles my mind how many teams I see playing a soft zone with 3-4 pass rushers while Brady just steadily picks them apart.

I think everyone that wants a new LT drafted, needs to just get comfortable with the notion of Bell playing for quite some time. I do agree with Bill, he needs some strength so that he's not pushed around quite so easily. But, as it's been noted many times, he had almost no strength training last off season. Despite that, he's still been a solid LT for most all of the season. LT is by far not the weakest part of the Oline... finally. I think we can almost certainly say they same thing about the QB position, as well. Let's face it; we're no longer losing games because of our QB. Fitz has solidified his hold on that position. I'm really looking forward to seeing how he fares against the division over these final 3 weeks. But, at this point, I really find it hard to spend a high draft pick on a position that's being handled quite well. I'm not great at analyzing OLine play, especially centers; but, Wood seemed to hold his own very well at center. We did seem to get good push and, most importantly, I don't recall many defenders getting penetration up the middle on passing downs. I'm really anxious to see how he does over the next couple of games at center. We really could be 1 RT away from a solid line in 2011. Hard to even fathom. I loved the Royal drop and thought the same thing... how is he even still in the league? The run defense is slowly but surely improving. They still have some serious lapses, but could it be they're slowly grasping whatever system Edwards is installing?? I still say run defense is by far the weakest link on the team and LBs and DEs need to be our focus in the off season (probably in that order). Go Bills!

I thought we lost that game 38-30, and were down by a point at half time. How is that being embarrassed?

Yeah, but Fitz's touchdowns don't count because he was picked in the 7th round and went to Harvard. A first round QB would look sooooo much better throwing those passes, don't you think?

I'd say you represented very well! Love the flag! Well worth a few broken sewing machines.

All of them.

Saw it. How was it not a penalty? Does he get a fine at least?

I say yes! Drafting Luck would turn this franchise around. Keeping sucking and draft the kid - period.

Maybe the Mods don't want the site shut down for some legal loophole about promoting illegal viewing of NFL games?

What if Luck doesn't declare for the draft? Do we have to hope for losses all next season too?

Trade Evans; draft a QB in the 1st round; follow it up with another RB; then CB. Bam! just fixed the team. or not

Jackson is the man. Love that guy. All the talk coming in was about Hillis... and Jackson just stole the show.

You're on to something. ...And Jackson with another great run just seals it!!

McKelvin coming up big on those 2 plays. But, how was that not a fumble? Insane reffing today. Jackson just about seals the win!

I can live with the FG. Now, the Browns have to do something they haven't done all day - score a TD. So, maybe not a bad idea. I guess we'll see in about 8 minutes.

It does seem that way. Earlier in the game, Freddie is stood up and everyone eventually gives up.... the whistle finally blows.

WTF ever happened to NOT blowing the whistle and letting the play run!?!?! They just took a TD away.

I would feel so much more comfortable if we could score once more. This thing is making me nervous.

No doubt! How did the Brownie get that last ball out!! Unreal!

I'll take a FG and with getting the ball to start the 3rd quarter, we have an opportunity to open up a nice lead.

Yeah, I couldn't really say either. I'm just thinking BillsDaily is a separate website from TwoBillsDrive; hence, it's a separate chat room. But, I'd assume most/many posters here have dual accounts??? Not really sure though.... as this is my only source for Bills info and conversation (online).