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I agree with the article. Ryan tried to change up his defensive scheme and it blew up in his face. I think the Patriots took their foot off the gas pedal in the fourth quarter on both defense and offense at 37-13 thinking they had the game well in hand. In a playoff scenario I could see the Patriots ending that game 50+ to 13. Anyway, the only thing I can think of is that Ryan didn't trust his secondary to get the job done against Brady, and he must have thought that he couldn't get a rush on Brady quick enough to deter those 1.7 sec releases. So instead of blitzing, and running the confusing alignments that the Bills used against the Colts. This game the Bills sometimes rushed only three D lineman, and had guys like Kyle Williams, Jerry Hughes dropping into coverage. This to me is insane as you never ask players to do something they are not designed to do. C'mon, Jerry Hughes covering Gronk is such a mismatch Belichick must have been beside himself laughing. All Ryan needed to do was watch how the Chiefs demolished Brady, and the Patriots last year in week four. Brady is just like any other QB in that if you hit him enough he will get out of rhythm, and make mistakes. In this game I was hoping Jerry Hughes would get a few personal fouls from late hits on Marsha, and that aint gonna happen when you are rushing only 3 or sometimes 4 D linemen being blocked by 4 or 5 O linemen. The Patriots knew they needed to help those three rookie O line players so they kept a TE, RB in to help block. Those Pats rookies were never really challenged all game from what I saw. In this game I came away with a few thoughts. The Bills offensive line is in serious trouble if the Patriots can stack the box like they did and completely shut down the Bills offense. Incognito is a stud at LG, but that one position can't help enough when the rest of the line plays poorly. The Patriots defense is not very good and mostly benefited from good coaching, and a good scheme. Sadly Buffalo was out coached on both sides of the ball for a lot of this game. This game I would have thought that Ryan, and his defense would have been licking their chops at the thought of getting to Brady thru the three rookies on that offensive line. I also thought Greg Roman would be testing that revamped Patriot secondary without Revis Island. That #4 overall defense from last season is now ranked 30th! So very disappointing!

To Belichick its all business, and he approaches the game like its a state of the art fortune 500 business.Everyone is accountable to do their jobs to the best of their abilities or they don't play, and are soon gone. Bill has no emotion in anything other then after the win, and after the win is down in the books then he can cheer. He tells his players to keep their mouths shut about other players / teams and let their actions do their talking. The guy is smart enough to figure out a way to keep Chandler from blocking, and just use him as a big red zone target. Does any team in the AFC East have a linebacker capable of covering Gronk by himself? Man i hate the guy, and admire him at the same time.

Dropping Kyle Williams into coverage, and rushing only 3

60% should be just about right tho. 30 passes a game might make Taylor last in passes attempts but it should allow him to develop properly! Joe Flacco's first year the Ravens ran the ball 592 times, and passed only 433 = 27 passes per. The first series by Buffalo went, McCoy run +4 yards- QB scramble +23 yards- McCoy run +15 yards - pass to Watkins for +11 yards- pass, incomplete (overthrown)-McCoy run +8 yards-McCoy run +4 yards-Williams run +2 yards- pass Hogan +11 yards- Williams run +2 yards TD. 7 runs vs 3 passes. but then look at what happened to the Bills after that first series when they went right down and scored a rushing TD by Williams. The Patriots started stacking the box with 9, and sometimes 10 defenders. 2nd series, 1st down McCoy -1 yard- 2nd down pass Mulligan 2 yards- 3rd down pass drop back sacked -6 yards- PUNT. One run for a negative yard, and 2 passes. 3rd series, 1st down pass Watkins 1 yard- 2nd down pass Harvin -1 yards- 3rd and 10 pass drop back sacked -9 yards- PUNT. Three passes 4th series, 1st down McCoy run +2 yards- 2nd down McCoy run -1 yard- 3rd down pass intercepted. Two ineffective runs, and an INT on 3rd and 9 5th series, 1st down pass McCoy +9 yards- 2nd down McCoy run -1 yards- pass drop back sacked -9 yards, PUNT. one pass, one ineffective run, sacked Get the problem here? This continued until the end of the 3rd quarter. The Bills were very ineffective in moving the ball on the ground and that led to so much more pressure on Taylor. With the game well in hand and a 37-13 lead the Patriots stopped stacking the box and only rushed 4 the rest of the game. This allowed the Bills to get their run game going, and also allowed Taylor to heat up in the passing game. My point is the Bills need to find creative ways to move the ball when teams move up to stack the box. Taylor shouldn't need to shoulder the game at all, not with McCoy, Harvin, and Watkins who could all contribute to the run game. I'm really hoping the Bills find a way to run the ball as much as they said they would before the season started to allow TT his developmental time .

I think the idea of this years offense was to throw around 25 times a game and rush around 35 times, and what we saw after that first series was Tyrod needing to shoulder the entire offense when the run game failed to work.

NFN, and I know most of you guys will be doing this But I just can't help but wonder if Cassel didn't get some info to the cheaters about the offensive & defensive game plans for Sunday. Brady never looked so dominate against a Rex Ryan defense, and they were really able to put the screws to the bills offense for three quarters. I for one am darn glad he is in Dallas

http://www.buffalorumblings.com/buffalo-bills-analysis-all-22/2015/9/23/9382025/tyrod-taylor-scouting-report-pocket-presence-bills-vs-patriots If the Bills can't run the ball during the game like they said they would at the start of the season. Then the entire offense goes on the QB's shoulders to make plays, and Taylor is back into that offense that killed EJ last year. Granted the offensive line is somewhat upgraded over last season at LG, and Incognito is playing so much better then expected. However, this year it looks like Wood, and Glenn have regressed badly, and Miller, Henderson aren't that good. Lets hope that the line plays better once Aaron Kromer is off his suspension. The Bills need to focus on building that power run game, and keep pounding the ball even when its not working all that well to help keep the pressure off of the QB.

To the bold, for a number of reasons. First, Have you seen Matt Cassel play? He is a high percentage passer because he was always checking the ball down instead of pushing the ball down field. if the Bills wanted another QB like that they can just bring back Trent Edwards. Second, did you happen to notice how bad that Bills offensive line is when the Patriots stacked the box, and brought heavy pressure? Even someone as mobile as Taylor was mostly ineffective. Cassel the statue would be basically useless in that situation, and in his past he has had 1-7 / 4-11 seasons. Realistically the only two seasons Cassel has had were when he was with the Patriots, and one year with the Chiefs when he had the ex patriots OC (Charlie Weis) calling plays. Third, The Buffalo Bills must have a ton of confidence in both Tyrod Taylor as the starter, and EJ Manuel as the backup. Fourth, I dunno about you but I'm excited at the prospect of Taylor developing, and getting better. Then his backup is also learning as he goes, and developing. If EJ can play well behind last years worst in the NFL offensive line for two games, and did so when the team actually tried to run the ball instead of throwing 40+ times a game. I think he would do OK this year if something happened to Taylor. Lastly, I think the Bills did both the Cowboys, and Cassel a favor because they will need him more then the Bills, and behind their league best O line he might actually accomplish something if given a start.

The team literally outright cut him a few weeks ago, and brought him back on the cheap. A 5th for Meh is a steal. At least the Cowboys have a good enough line to protect his statuesque arse

I got a kick out of Jerry Jones saying "you won't see a more gifted passer then Brandon Weeden". What complete cow stuff Ole Jer is spewing. Trading Meh for a 5th was a steal ! Man I was worried what would happen with that statue under center in Buffalo

Yep! The Bills were almost total crap on offense between that very first drive, and late into the 3rd QTR no question. Taylor had only 59 yards passing 1 TD, and 2 INT's at the start of the 4th QTR. That TD in the second QTR came from the Patriots going for it on 4th down at the 48 yard line. Then a pass interference play for 39 yards allowed the Bills to get close to the 9 yard line for a score. At times the Patriots had 9 in the box, and 10 on the line for some plays, and that quick pressure resulted in sacks, and overthrows. The Patriots stopped stacking the box late in the 3rd QTR, and that lack of pressure not only allowed Taylor to get into a rhythm! It also allowed the Bills running game with McCoy to get some big gains. I watched NFL shortcuts, and the Patriots didn't rush more then 4 after the 3rd QTR. 1 TD 1 PUNT 1 PUNT 1 INT - 9 yards passing after the 1st QTR 2 PUNT 2 PUNT 2 TD 2 INT- 38 yards passing 2 INT's after the 2nd QTR 3 PUNT 3 PUNT 3 TD- 59 yards passing after the 3rd QTR 4 TD 4 TD 4 INT- Taylor needs to work on those air balls that sail, overthrows. That lack of offensive production for 3/4 of the game has to be a concern. What we don't know is that if the Patriots kept stacking the box, and kept the pressure on Taylor / the run game, is if they could have overcome that on their own. NFL football is a game of emotion, and the Bills offense did get hot in the 4th to make a decent comeback. Lets hope the offense can carry that emotion to Miami, and squish those lousy fish!

You are forgetting we had Orton too. He was undefeated against the NFC North, and still is Schwartz did a masterful job at times, and while the defense didn't do so well in that first game against the Patriots he did an excellent job in the 2nd game with Brady playing the first half. Ole Tom only went 8 of 16 for 80 yards in that half no TD's, no INT's ,and Garoppolo did about the same with 10 of 17 for 90 yards. Some of my favorite defensive games last year were against Aaron Rodgers, and Peyton Manning.

What was scary to me was that at the end of the 3rd QTR the Bills had only 59 yards passing, with 2 INT's with the score 37-13. He needs to get a handle on the overthrows / air balls. Not to be negative but after the 3rd QTR it looked to me like the Patriots simply stopped stacking the box and only rushed their front four. Taylor started to look so much better when he had time to throw. Later the Bills kept 5,6, and sometimes 7 in to block to max protect. Both the run game, and passing improved greatly in the 4th QTR. What this showed me is that if other teams try to rush only four, and drop into coverage Taylor and McCoy should find a way to beat them.

Good stuff YoloinOhio! Here is part one on the defense http://www.wgr550.com/JW-All-22-Review-Bills-Pats/21989166

It isn't the players that are the problem from what i see!! it was the defensive scheme against Brady that stunk up the field. We all saw what happens when you just try to rush with the front four, and drop into coverage when Dave Wannstedt was the Bills DC. That didn't work at all and the defense loaded with good talent was ranked 20th. Just to show how fubar Ryan's scheme was Sunday they had Jerry Hughes covering Gronk. Now that's usually a mismatch with most LBers because they generally don't have the speed to keep up with Gronk, and a DT or DE on a TE is completely ridiculous IMO Mike Pettine gambled far to often with all his blitzing, and Schwartz blitzed less while accomplishing better results with his scheme. Ryan tried to play it safe, and Brady burned him.

Man, last year I was so happy the way the Bills beat the Jets, and to watch that look on Ryan's face was priceless. Then he said his team would play 1000% better in the second game against Buffalo, and got beaten down worse. Lord, I can only hope we don't see that stuff again this year on the Bills sidelines! Lets hope he shuts his mouth, and tells his players to let their actions speak for themselves.

When has being a bully worked on any level? I can recall in HS we used to have this huge guy who was a bully, and about 5 guys got tired of his picking on the smaller kids. Pulled him into an empty classroom, needless to say he didn't bully anymore that year.

Good stuff, and I agree with it.

I agree that the Jets have some decent talent at the WR skill positions in both Marshall & Decker. Then starting RB Ivory (who is averaging 4.4 yards per carry) and backup RB Powell (who is averaging 4.2 yards per carry) are a good RB combo to help that offense control the clock. Lets not forget that Chan Gailey was calling the offensive plays in Buffalo when he was the HC, and Fitz was his QB all that time so he knows the system. What has changed with Gailey is it looks like he isn't the same pass happy OC as he was in Buffalo, and the Jets actually have more rushing attempts then passing attempts at this point. That 2014 NY Jets defense was ranked 6th overall last year, and that was despite the fact that Rex Ryan said they had no decent CB's. The Jets defense is currently ranked 10th overall right now. BTW the Jets turnover differential is currently at +8 so the are getting a lot of takeaways, and Buffalo is at +2. Another note for the Jets is their point differential is their defense has the lowest point total at 17 PA to PF 51 Bottom line that Jets O line might be the best that Fitz has ever had in his career, and now that Gailey isn't forcing Fitz to carry the team they could go really far this year. BTW, their new HC has stated that when Geno is fully healthy and returns to the team should the Jets have a winning record Ole broke jaw won't be the starter. So yea, I'd say most fans underestimated the Jets so far this year.

Then he wasn't watching the Buffalo Bills back when Dave Wannstedt was the defensive coordinator. What we saw with Andrew Luck and Tom Brady were almost two completely different defensive schemes. One blitzed more then any other team that week, and the other dropped into coverage with crazy crap like Jerry Hughes covering on Gronk. Then what we learned is the latter doesn't work. I'd think its better to gamble and get some hits on Brady and get him out of rhythm, out of his game then it is to sit back and let him pick you apart. For all the money the Buffalo Bills front four is making they have shown they can't do it one on one, and in this last game they couldn't get it done against three rookies on the Patriots O line starting. Lets hope the coaches fix this before it gets away from them. I sincerely hope the players, and coaches get their posteriors booted around OBD for the lack of discipline with all the penalties. Then start to do what they said they would do and that is find a way to pound the rock 40 times a game, and play great defense.

What game were you watching? Once Belichick stopped going for the throat after the third QTR, and stopped stacking the box the Bills were finally able to move the ball again. 37-13 in the 3rd quarter, and I'd have to think if Brady along with the Patriots defense kept pressing it would have been more. That supposed #1 Bills defense in the NFL this year gave up a franchise record 466 passing yards. The Bills defense is now ranked 30th overall. This is the second week of a ton of penalties. Then Taylor 8 sacks, and 3 INT's and it could have been more INT's with those high throws of his. No worries huh?

This game the Bills defense was supposed to put their foot squarely on Tom Brady's throat and say "See, we are now going to be the best in the AFC East"!! Not only did the foot miss the neck it went straight into Rex Ryan's big mouth. 466 yards passing set a franchise worst record, and the defense didn't even show up for this game. The Bills are now ranked 30th in total defense and that's down 26 from last seasons #4 ranking. This years team has so many flaws right now, and the coaching seems to be the biggest problem.

I can recall what happened last year after the Patriots were pounded by the Chiefs in week four 41-14, and lets also not forget that Miami beat them pretty good in the opener. Most Patriot fans were literally crying in their beer that the dynasty was over. It clearly wasn't, but then the Patriots have Bill Belichick & Tom Brady. The difference between a great team, or bad team is how you respond after getting beaten badly. Do you get up and learn from the experience or keep getting knocked down. We will see after the next few games! Oh btw, can we trade you Tyrod for Tom?

This! to the Bold print. A lot of fans are forgetting that his last TD could have easily been intercepted had the defender not jumped to early. Still, the entire team was bad in so many ways, and Taylor did manage to effectively mount a decent comeback at the end of the game. TBH I'm far more disappointed in the coaching, game plan then I am in the QB.

I agree that it might not be the time to panic after one bad loss. Its how the Bills lost! Even the Bills own HC says they were out coached, and they were in almost every aspect. So many penalties in both the first two games. The game plan was bad on both sides of the ball against NE. The Patriots just gave the rest of the league the blueprint on how to disassemble the 2015 Buffalo Bills. So lets watch next week to see if Miami noticed.