Dave in Avon Lake now
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I'm happy the Bills made the commitment to him. Sounds like the deal is reasonable for the Bills. Here's hoping he gets us to the playoffs and continues to improve. Now let's work on Gilmore's deal.
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My wife keeps complaining that I pay for Sunday ticket and don't get preseason games. Since I don't live near Buffalo anymore, I am limited in what I can watch. Any streaming options
As for the OP's question, I actually went to a preseason game in Chicago when Doug Flutie was the untried backup to Rob Johnson. He actually played a good part of the game and Bills won (I think) I'm interested to see the progress that Cardale Jones has made.
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I'm not sure any of the games will be on for us "out of towners" but remember the Steelers game last preseason? Fred Jackson had a monster game and was cut the next week. EJ looked really good and you saw what happened when it mattered (ESPN and 3rd preseason game when starters actually played)
They don't mean much.
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Just to let everyone know, I broke down and renewed Sunday ticket (no Max) and downgraded my TV package. I didn't haggle just asked for the 9 discount retention offered me the week before. I may miss a few games but always record them because even if they lose I watch the highlights and skip the rest. Also, as mentioned before the basic package includes mobile so I can watch if I'm out of town.
Thanks for the support and let's hope this is the year. Go Bills!
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As I said yesterday, Garrapolo may be better than most give him credit for. Pats defense is very good and will be prepared. A couple of chinks in the armor late last year showed up when Jets won in late December, but like most have said until you beat them, they're the best in the division. I expect they will go at least 2-2 with 3 home games in September. Even with rust, Brady should be able to beat the lowly Browns. I expect they will end up with 11 or 12 wins and I don't see anyone challenging that this year.
Sorry to be a downer, but Bills have a lot to prove with a tough schedule to boot.
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Although I'm not sure I endorse this, Mike & Mike were talking about Garapolo today and comments from his former coach. Apparently he has a quick release and he's very accurate based on what they said. I know most of you don't like the Patriots, but somehow I suspect he will be better than many people suspect. I only remember he was able to avoid a very good Bills pass rush in that end of season game a few years ago and even created a touchdown when Brady couldn't generate any offense in the first half.
We'll see once he has 3 games plus the pre season to get ready for us. And just to make it perfectly clear I do not and have never been a Patriots fan in my 15 years in New England.
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I don't think I will talk to retention when I call back. As a long time DTV subscriber(2001), I have the classic package that costs more than any other package except premiums. I am going to go with the mid tier package that costs $70 per month as all my previous credits are expiring. Has anyone here switched their TV package to afford the cost of Sunday ticket?
My biggest complaint has been how much the price of Sunday ticket has increased over the years. I think it used to be around $150 back in the early 2000's but has steadily increased to over $300. They scaled it back for basic a few years ago and went down to $180, but now they are up over $240. I guess most of that is probably Goodell's fault. I wish there were alternatives as I am not a bandwagon guy here in Patriots and Giants land.
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OK I'm rethinking my position, but I still think they charge way too much money for the Ticket. Also, the Bills haven't made the playoffs since I subscribed to Sunday ticket so maybe I hexed the team.
If I call back and resubscribe don't blame me for another year out of the playoffs.
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I called today and talked to first guy and he only offered $5 a month off the ticket. I received Showtime for free for 3 months but politely asked to speak with customer retention. Once there the best offer was $9 off. He said in reviewing my account history I received too many credits. I told him each time I received these credits it was for equipment upgrades. He was not swayed, so for the first time in 15 years I will not have the ticket. I do get quite a few games as both Jets and Patriots are on every week, but I'll have to find another way to catch the Bills games.
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I'm a big supported of what Chuck Knox did in Buffalo. They were also rans and no one was going to the stadium in the last 70s. With the OJ Simpson trade and some veteran signings he really turned the team around. They made the playoffs in 1980 and 1981 and beat Miami after a decade of futility. Then the strike happened as previously stated and Wilson soured on Knox and players like Cribbs left for the USFL. It was tough to see them fall off a cliff while Kelly opted for the USFL.
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Great topic. I'm considering Cleveland game as my son in law is from Ohio and we went to Bills game in Cleveland a few years ago. It has been almost 20 years (1999)since I've been to the stadium, so I'm sure a lot has changed. I haven't lived in Buffalo since 1983, but the last time I was in town my son and I had a great time in Allentown.
I'd appreciate tips on parking and enjoying the tailgate experience as I have followed this board for many years and would like to put a face to the names. If I bring Cleveland Browns fans will they be welcome? When I went to their tailgate, everyone was really nice because our teams have enjoyed misery these last several years.
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I think the divisions have gotten too watered down where it seems every year there is at least one weak division that allows teams to make the playoffs that don't deserve to be there. Also the scheduling doesn't seem to benefit weaker teams in a division since you play two divisions from each of the conferences and with New England so dominant the last decade, it has really worked to Buffalo's disadvantage. I advocate two divisions geographically aligned that balance the out of conference schedule based on previous year records. I know it is old school but it helped teams compete for a playoff spot every year. They could still have the same number of teams make it, but based on record with only two division winners with automatic chances.
PS: I also believe hockey ruined the playoffs with the increased divisions
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Thanks for that last post as it really was what I was looking for. Next year could be difficult but not unmanageable especially if the cap rises. In my opinion, we should try to work out a cap friendly deal with Tyrod early and then see what we can do for Gilmore. His tag will be cheaper that Tyrod's and maybe we won't have to let too many players leave. I still like Woods and would like to see him stay as he has proven to be a great option for Tyrod if healthy.
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I'm going with Bruce Mathison. I lived in Miami from 1983-86 when Marino was killing it at QB and we had Mathison. I looked up his stats that season 4 TDs 14 interceptions 49% completion rate 22 sacks. We were getting beat up so bad in those days it was hard to be a Bills fan (especially with Kelly tearing it up in the USFL.
Maybe I should change that to worst QB combo in 1985 as Ferragamo was just as bad 5 Tds 17 interceptions and 51% completion percentage. I don't know how he won 2 games.
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I was wondering if anyone has heard what is going on with Gilmore now that the signing period for tagged players has passed. I can't remember the rules. Does that mean we can't negotiate until after the season? Do player agents talk to teams during this period? When exactly can they discuss things again? Just a few questions on my mind as I would hate to lose him after the year.
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I know this is not PC, but AT&T used to have the worst customer service when they were our internet and landline provider in CT. I used to spend a long time just to get a real CR and usually they were from some other country. One told me he was a proud citizen of El Salvador but didn't seem to understand my problem. I subsequently learned to ask for on shore services to get someone from this country.
I have never had this problem with Direct TV and I have told them I hoped things wouldn't change when AT&T took over. I'm not sure if that could happen eventually, but as another poster recommended if you don't get what you want call back later to get someone more reasonable. Customer retention is my best bet so far, but the last time it took an inordinate amount of time to reach them. I usually call in the evening around 7 p.m. and try to strike up a conversation. Guy recommended Ray Donovan when he offered me 4 months of Showtime for free and I really liked the show.
My advice is to keep calling back. They recognize loyalty even when your contract is not up.
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Brady is a friend of Trump and Ginsburg hates Trump. ergo no stay!
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I have yet to make the call, but customer retention was always the way to go. My bill had been going up and up over the years to where the basic TV for "classic" lineup is $85. I have some credits expiring, so I'm not sure what I will be able to get from them. I agree the nice approach is always best and sometimes while you are talking they will sweeten the offer more or throw in premium channels for free.I'll let you know how it goes when I convince myself it is worth the amount of time you have to spend on the phone to get a reasonable deal.
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I remember one from the late 90s against the Patriots where the guys head was out of bounds due to a big hit when he caught the pass and they ruled it a completion. I think that cost us the game
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Green Bay beats the Steelers
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It won't be the same without him, but I'd hate to be his opponent the week he gets back!
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Since Buffalo ticket prices and costs in general are much lower than most other areas of the US, it automatically deflates our standing. I know Patriot fans are big on social media, but mostly because they feel they were wronged over deflategate. Also, since Buffalo is a relatively small market, the population would tend to decrease sales numbers. As far as national audience, that goes to the success of the of the team in recent years. I would venture a guess that our standing in this type of survey would have been much higher in the 90s.
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I predict Taylor has more TDs and yardage. I don't see the fumbles though. I also think Shady tops 1000 this year. Karlos wont get the yardage or TDs as he did last year. Watkins will continue to get double teams, so I think Clay gets the ball more. As far as surprise to make the team, I'll go with Listenbee over Williams.
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OK. I'm now intrigued by this. Its a long trip from CT, but it must be fun to meet up with fellow Bills fans at the stadium. If I can snag some tickets, who's got the best and what do crashers normally bring to the party? I used to drink Labatt's when I lived in Buffalo. I suspect its microbrew now.
Preseason Game 3: Bills at Washington - 8/26 at 7:30 PM
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3rd pre season game used to be the one where you saw the starters play longer. Tyrod played 4 series last week, so I don't expect to see him much beyond the first quarter. Hopefully Sammy is used sparingly as I'm nervous about the injury bug going around. I'd like to see the defense play a little more this week. Most of the guys would have been backups except for the rash of injuries. I saw my first game with Cardale Jones at QB and my expectations were low, but I was impressed.
Injury free or minor scrapes is my best hope for this game. I'd like to see another good defensive performance as I think the offense will be fine this year. Win and on to Detroit for the preseason finale!