
Dave in Avon Lake now
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I agree with almost every post I've seen. Maybe its because the Bills have been so unwatchable, but I've cut the cord on live games and just record Bills games for Monday viewing. I guess because I do that, I really notice the nonsensical amount of commercials and in game useless banter in the games I've recorded. I don't think it is Kaepernick (although I don't agree with his stance) because pregame is rarely shown. I also agree the quality of games on both Thursday and Monday nights has been so bad this year. If I were ESPN, I'd want my money back.
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Week 6 predictions: Niners at Bills
Dave in Avon Lake now replied to YoloinOhio's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
Because I have been following the team for 40 years and they often lose games they shouldn't. It's in our Bills blood to worry every game. -
Week 6 predictions: Niners at Bills
Dave in Avon Lake now replied to YoloinOhio's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
These are the kind of games Bills find a way to lose. Hopefully that doesn't happen, but I'm sticking with my don't break the hot streak and will not be watching live on Sunday until the 2 minute warning. Bills 10-9. -
"Experts" Picks week 5 versus the Rams
Dave in Avon Lake now replied to CodeMonkey's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
Ravens 28 carries 87 yards Jets 36 carries 123 yards Cards 22 carries 88 yards Pats 22 carries 90 yards 3.6 yards per carry. I like our odds of stopping Gurley -
I may never watch a Bills game again.
Dave in Avon Lake now replied to Dan's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
I've been DVRing the games the last 2 weeks. It is much more enjoyable to watch when you know they've won. I did peak at scores during the last 2 weeks, but didn't turn the game on til 2 minutes were left. Not sure if it helps, but at least I don't get as frustrated when things don't go our way during the games. -
How Good are the Patriots?
Dave in Avon Lake now replied to BuffaloBaumer's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
Even with the "gauntlet" coming up with Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Seattle & Buffalo and suppose they lose all 4, I doubt they lose more than one game the rest of the way. That makes them 10-6 at worst. I loved what the Bills did yesterday, but we will have to win 9 of our remaining 12 games that includes that same gauntlet. Tough to see us winning the AFC East with that schedule. I think 10-6 is the best the Bills can hope for and it will come down to a tiebreaker in the conference among Bills, Ravens, Raiders, Chiefs and Bengals with NE, Pitt, Houston & Denver winning the divisions. -
I read somewhere (maybe here) that the backs like getting the ball a few yards deeper so they can see the field and holes better. The Wildcat helps with that and avoids a handoff that takes precious fractions of seconds for holes to close. I agree to use it judiciously, but don't abandon something that works.
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The Bills Won Today because You....
Dave in Avon Lake now replied to It's in My Blood's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
Skipped the game -though I set it to record and went for a hike with my wife on a beautiful autumn afternoon. I finally peeked at the score at the end of my hike and saw Bills were up 23-7 on Carpenters missed PAT. Put my phone back in my pocket and hoped for the best as we drove home. I peeked once more when we got home and it was 30-16 with 6 minutes left so I didn't turn on the TV until I saw Bills made a FG. Thought it was safe so turned on the game with 4 minutes left to see Cory Graham's interception and subsequent safety. I held my breath as my wife and I watched the end of the game, but think I should miss live football on TV the rest of the season and enjoy the beautiful weather we're having in New England. Go Bills! -
After last night and the way the season is inevitably headed, I think it is time for a change. Let's switch with Baltimore and let Miami go with the Southern division. We would then have Pittsburgh, Cleveland and Cincinnati twice a year and be rid of the Patriots!
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Levy vs. Belichek
Dave in Avon Lake now replied to Dave in Avon Lake now's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
Sorry about the original post. It looked much more favorable when looking at records in the individual years. Levy's best 5 years: 1988 12-4 1990 13-3 1991 13-3 1992 11-5 1993 12-4 Belichek's best 5 years 2007 16-0 2003 14-2 2004 14-2 2010 14-2 2011 13-3 Colts were in the division all of Levy's years. They left the AFC East in 2001. -
Since many of you are in a "fire Rex" mood, I thought I would do a little comparison of coaches with long periods of success in Bills history to the current acknowledged leader. I chose to compare only the periods of time they coached our respective AFC East teams. While Levy loses out due to a few tough years, it is not as lopsided as you might think. What do you think of this random information on a hump day? Buffalo Bills 1986-1997 122-76 0.616162 New England Patriots 2001-2015 187-69 0.730469
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Favorite Moment as a Bills Fan
Dave in Avon Lake now replied to Virgil's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
Bills Steelers 1980. We were crazy for Bills in those days listening on radio and turning the TV down. It was a terrific day as my wife was pregnant. My daughter was born early the next morning and she is still a huge Bills fan living in Florida. Bills beat the vaunted Steelers who won the Super Bowl the previous year. I think that was the game Haslet stepped on Terry Bradshaw's face/head. No QB protection in those days. -
I think many of you are right about the offense. It looks like Roman had trouble with clock management and it seems as though the 2 minute offense has been non existent. I blame Rex for this, but he should have found a better coordinator since offense has never been his forte. Hopefully this mess of a season will turn around some how.
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Week 2 predictions: Jets at Bills on TNF
Dave in Avon Lake now replied to YoloinOhio's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
I can't believe how many of you have given up after one lousy game that was hard to watch. Remember the Jets defense is probably about the same as last year, but Revis (sp) is definitely slowing down. Look for Sammy to make at least one tremendous play and Tyrod to flash some of the running that buys time for big plays downfield. Shady may not rush for much, but a few receptions will keep the Jets defense off guard. Home crowd will rule and Bills win 21-10! -
Head Coaching Candidates
Dave in Avon Lake now replied to yungmack's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
I've kind of soured on Rex too, but have mixed feelings about 2-3 year coaching stints the Bills have had since they last made the playoffs. A few negative thoughts in no particular order. There is too much confusion in games. Timeouts were unnecessary although I did like the gutsy 4th down calls. Defense may have improved, but Ravens have never been an offensive juggernaut. He doesn't pull players who make boneheaded penalties. On the bright side. Went 4-2 in AFC East Seems to like Buffalo It can't get much worse than last week Running out of positives.... -
Week 1: Post your interesting stat of game/weekend
Dave in Avon Lake now replied to SDS's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
I'm not sure where to find the stat, but the ST tackling was terrific yesterday. -
Week 1 Predictions: Bills at Ravens
Dave in Avon Lake now replied to YoloinOhio's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
I'll go Bills 21-17. As usual a nailbiter to the end, but Tyrod saves the day with a huge pass to Sammy with time running out. -
I watched the Washington game minus the scores by the Redskinslast night and thought EJ played reasonably well against 1st, 2nd & 3rd string defenses. He still has flaws, but I believe he is about as reliable an option as a backup for the Bills. I wonder whether they will offer him backup money or let him walk next year. I don't think Cardale Jones will be ready to back up Tyrod next year and am unsure of the QB class Buffalo will have an opportunity to draft.
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First Four Games - @BAL, v.NYJ, v.ARI, @NE
Dave in Avon Lake now replied to dayman's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
I'm going 2-2. I think it will be tough to beat the Ravens on the road. I say we get fired up for the home opener and beat the Jets then a close loss to Cards with a final nail biter at Gillette and we finish 2-2. Not a bad start and could lead to a really good season if Rex can figure out how to win 2 in a row. -
NFL Sunday Ticket 2016
Dave in Avon Lake now replied to KellyToTasker's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
I'm glad to see most of you are getting discounts. I've had a couple of good experiences since my last post. I really appreciate the comments on the Board because it helps to know these lessons before you call. Although I'm paying a little more this year because previous discounts expired, I know that a future call will yield positive benefits. I had to drop some of the sports channels so maybe I'll try for Center Ice next time to get more Sabres games. I do get Bruins, Nets and Rangers in CT, but miss the Buffalo announcers. Sorry to get a little off target, but Buffalo sports are the best!