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I don't think Jones is a "secret" to most people here, but what I did find interesting was how well Big Phil is playing against the run. We certainly know him for his pass rush, but I was impressed by his run defense in that clip. The other thing that I liked was finally getting some film on Settle. His injuries have limited him a bit, and I've wondered how effective he's been, so it was also good to see some analysis of his play. Thanks for posting.

As I recall, this thread was created the evening the Bills beat the Chiefs, the most important game of the regular season. When I checked TBD after the game, I saw the thread title and wondered "what idiot started this thread after the Bills just beat the Chiefs?"

If initials are good enough for our creator (of TBD), it’s good enough for me. 🍻

The Miller sack discussion and pics is interesting. JoeB gives credit to Epenesa for collapsing his side, but it also looks like Big Phil played a big part. It looks like he has his man beat but is not taking advantage of it, rather he stops and jumps to prevent Mahomes from throwing to the left side where he's focused on. That delay provides the time for Miller and Epenesa to sack Mahomes. Now it could've been coverage that prevented PM from throwing, but I think the big man deserves credit too.

I don't think that was the issue--believing in himself. I was looking at discussions from the past two years, and the issue many of us described, as I phrased it, "the only person who can stop Josh Allen is Josh Allen". Once he learned to stop the hero ball and always looking for the big play, and realizing that taking the check-down was okay, he became nearly unstoppable.

Thanks. Fortunately, the poor return game doesn't matter for this team... 😎 [In fact, I believe they get TDs 100% of the time when starting inside their own 5 yard line!]

Thanks, i was trying to find ST rankings yesterday. My impression is the coverage units have been very good.

Yes, I mentioned it because it's the counter to the Packers having the #1 passing D--the only decent QB they have faced is Cousins, unless you want to count the old man.

That's why I find it interesting. When you look at the passing D stats, most of the teams the Bills have played are at the bottom, and most of the teams at the top have not played many good QBs. Cousins and Brady both threw for 270-80 yards against the Pack, so I think your projection is close on yards.

Their D is solid. They lead the NFL in pass yards defense, so that aspect of the game should be interesting.

A minor point, but Rousseau would have a 5th year option to get him to 2025, which I'm sure they will use it.

Credit where credit is due....I'm sure there were others as well, but I do remember this discussion...

Oh, I'm okay with Shakir taking more reps from LD, and I think Crowder was certainly increasing and taking his snaps before the injury. I like McKenzie for the unique things he does, and despite having a bad game yesterday, he adds value to the team. As for hating on him, it's the nature of the beast when someone has a bad showing. I remember people complaining about Gilmore when he gave up a TD one game. People who only focus on the negative will always find someone to pick on.

The haters need someone to pick on and there aren’t many choices on this team.

Here is another point he made that just tickled me...

There was a lot of debate about what the Bills should've done--WR vs DL (vs DB), and I think it's hard to question the emphasis on the DL now, both in terms of stopping the run and getting pressure. I think you can point to 3 games last year where the inability to stop the run prevented the Bills from getting the #1 seed -- Colts, Titans, and Pats at home.

Peter King's FMIA column: https://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2022/10/17/josh-allen-bills-peter-king-fmia-week-six/

This guy cracks me up...

This is what I was waiting for:

If KC scores > 23 points tonight, the Bills will be second on O.

With all due respect for the former poster from DC, “You’re an idiot”.

I'm going to be in Boston this weekend with my family, so I probably won't be able to make it up to The Harp. Staying in Seaport area--any place to recommend there? Thanks.

He also said Spencer Brown had a good game, so hopefully we are at least decent at the key OL positions (OTs and C)

I can’t believe everyone has ignored the real strength of this team, Which is why they are known as “special” teams.

I'd rather he be completely healthy against the Chiefs, and won't be too concerned if he misses Steelers.