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I watched a couple of post game shows and they all blame Lewis for the players' behavior! If he could divine the intentions of his team, I don't think he would be 0-7. No, everybody needs to be held accountable for their own actions. Instead of his dismissal, cut the offenders or find trades for them.

I watched the entire game and I beg to differ. The Bengals clearly outplayed the Steelers and held them mostly to FG's; then they made their comeback in the second half. It took 2 morons to decide that they didn't want their team to win for purely selfish reasons. In the post game presser Big Ben admitted he couldn't throw the ball down the field like he wanted or needed to since they had only 1:30 to get into FG position from their own 10 yard line. I didn't think they would win it even after recovering that fumble. But alas, stupidity gave them 30 yards on a platter.

I don't buy the injury thing at all. I formed a premature opinion after week 2 and by the middle of the season I knew without a doubt what the real problem was. Mario only confirmed it later. I didn't think we would get 50 sacks again this year and set a club record. No, I was totally perplexed by the absolute lack of pressure on opposing QB's. Sacks are overrated IMO but constant pressure to force incompletions and/or turnovers is not. Watching replays of games via Rewind only reinforced my opinions. We had safeties and corners trying to rush the passer and beat OG and OT but his very rarely worked. Our four best pass rushers were not allowed to rush at the same time on passing downs. One of them dropped into coverage every time and the D gave up huge chunks of yardage nearly every game. If Darby hasn't exceeded expectations, we would've finished with a losing record easily. I don't put this on the players it was the scheme plain and simple. People forget we used to have an All-Pro LB in Bryce Paup once. When he signed as a free agent with the Jags, he was relegated to covering TE's where he struggled mightily. It's no coincidence he didn't make the Pro Bowl there and was cut 3 years later I believe.

Here is an article from http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/08/15/len-pasquarelli-moves-on-moves-out-of-espn/

I believe it! If Ryan doesn't adjust and play to the strength of the defense then we will miss the playoffs and not even best 8 wins next season!! Somehow I have this feeling that if we don't make the postseason next year, Rex will be fired. Yup, you heard it hear first folks.

For me, a return to a Schwartz type defense that produces results like it did last year. That is all. I don't see it happening because Ryan is coach. If he didn't see the problem with this team by the middle of this season, he never will. It's up to him to adjust, not the players. BTW, I think it's hilarious fans and other sports pundits think Mario Williams is the problem with the defense and should be released. If people think he sabotaged the pass rush, then Darius and Hughes need to be cut as well because neither produced any pressure on QB's whatsoever.

I'd rather have Schwartz back but I know this isn't going to happen.

People forget that he should've had back to back 1000 catch seasons. IIRC, he was like 20 yards shy of that milestone last year. As a matter of fact, against NE last year, in the final game, he could've had it if he was thrown to in the second half at all.

I hope we keep him long term. With all the attention that was going to be paid to Sammy this year, I really thought he would have a breakout year. it's not his fault, he wasn't targeted as much as last year. Hogan was the disappointment because he dropped too many uncontested passes.

True! I'm surprised I haven't seen any "Watkins is overrated, let's trade him now that he still have value" threads.

Totally agree! TT didn't have his best accurate night with the football. That one "TD" toss to Shady early in the game had too much arc to it or he threw it too late. It should've been a TD. It's not just about the WR's not making adjustments.

I do not know how this surprises you. There are "Bills fans" here who hate, yes hate Steve Tasker. Well, this they dislike his new chosen career or rather his performance of it.

That was supposed to happen in Week 1 and 2 against two rookies starting for both the Colts and Pats if you remember correctly. That didn't happen. I'm not talking sacks they just couldn't put much pressure on either QB. A few weeks later Mario Williams went off on what the problem really was. Whoever is calling plays defensively has neutered the potency of the pass rush! Whenever, Mario, Marcel, and Jerry are in together, not all three are ALLOWED to rush the QB! Yes, you heard that right. I watched those older games again and wouldn't you know it, at least one of them is required to drop back in coverage. I'm thinking WTF?! Why would you do that? Just because the new scheme calls for it? The hell with it, that is not working! That's like asking Bruce Smith to rush on one leg. Man, I miss Jim Schwartz.

The O-line kept opening up huge holes right down broadway it was totally shocking!! All game long against the supposed best run D in the league. Wow!

He would've been a first ballot HOF if he had a consistent QB play during his career in Buffalo. I have no doubts about this. Someday, I hope he makes the Wall.

Great thread! Lots of postgame info. Bumpn

There's nothing wrong with a coach being emotionally invested in their team just like the fans are! Seriously, do we want another Dick Jauron on the sidelines again?

Not only that but we've been able to impose the running game on the opponent especially the #1 rated run D in the league. Taylor doesn't get those deep balls unless we can run the ball effectively.

Did you guys actually watch that clip or you just passing judgment solely on the radio feed? Go back and watch it--it's not as bad as you think it is. I've seen him make some very stupid things on the field but this doesn't even compare. Sure he pushed but he didn't knock the player down or rough him up in any way. He even tried to hold up by grabbing the back of the jersey to keep him from falling over. The penalty shouldn't have been called IMO.

Ditto! I'd gladly pay an annual sub for $100 if they allowed to view all Bill's games live plus archived access.

LMAO! Every RB can't suck. Nevermind, I keep forgetting we're fielding an All-Pro "Offensive" Line.

We had a guy like that his name was Greg Williams

This makes no sense. Why cut him and then re-sign him if it was just a coin flip? Why not get somebody cheaper? i think it's because he's a veteran who has proven he can lead and also wanted to return at a discount.

He was a great teammate from what I'm told and even better human being. This comes direct from someone I once knew who worked in the ticket office and met the man at many team functions and was privy to lockerroom info that average fan is not aware of. Unlike some other "QB" who fumbles playoff games at the goal line. Rob deserved the SB he got in Tampa!

This!