Boatdrinks

I think the Bills definitely can win it all this season, but I’d still be shocked if they did. The franchise has never been able to accomplish the feat, so it would be a shocking result.

While other opponents are possible , you’re probably right.

We can see the Chiefs match up very well vs the Bills defense. Especially when AJ Klein is covering Kelce. Ravens, Niners and probably the Dolphins are all tougher defenses than Buffalo’s. So these numbers aren’t all that surprising. The Bills won’t be getting a new defense before the playoffs.

Do they still even go to Hawaii ?

Thought I saw the 3rd string Chiefs QB will get some playing time. KC not trying to win this game.

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If the Bills fail to advance to at least the AFCCG and the defense fails yet again, there should be strong consideration by Pegula/ Beane to making a major change. Many seem to think that he won’t , but I wouldn’t be so sure. The goal is a Super Bowl championship, and Josh Allen’s career will not be eternal. If somehow a playoff loss comes down to Allen and the offense failing, then it’s a different discussion altogether. These discussions would be 100% fair.

But I was told crime is going down !

Probably. First, they know they’re playing vs a QB that’s at least the equal of their own. That affects the offensive gameplan / approach. Second, the Bills defense just isn’t very good right now. It’s been better ( on paper) in previous years, but also with many key injuries. The Chiefs also have an all time great offensive mind as their HC. So yes, the odds are pretty high.

What we see is what we get : perhaps they just aren’t all that good. There is no magic switch to flip and step it up. Interesting that while “ pre angry” , there’s only a small part of you that hopes the defense / Bills HC is successful. That says a lot.

Can’t disagree. Bass should kick through EZ every time. Not worth the risk kicking short

I’d love it if the Bills had that defense’s run stuffing ability right now.

It is crazy. Eliminating the bye week for the 2 seed has seen to that. Breaking news : the playoffs don’t start for another week. The Super Bowl is in February.

As I said , no need to watch the game.

Wow thats a pretty negative outlook. No need to watch , may as well just check phone for updates. Anyway, I wonder what the winning % in the playoffs is for teams without a takeaway ?

Of course, the Bills did defeat KC and the Lions head to head, so that justifies the ranking more than a random loss here or there. Some may feel differently. I’d put the Bills at 2 behind KC ( they’re the world champions until they aren’t ) maybe even 3.

I think they are what they are at this point. Capable of being decent to good, not great. They can complement a high powered offense, but won’t save the day if the offense struggles. Everyone knows this. They are relatively healthy, and I wouldn’t be surprised if McD takes a few more risks vs the better teams the Bills will be facing after the WC round. He has Josh Allen, and the more conservative defensive approach has failed in several playoff games.

Ah , going for the nostalgia hire back to when the Jets were good. These don’t usually work well. He should just ask Terry.

Exactly. Sometimes fans forget that somebody actually has to play the game. No 90 man rosters in regular season football.

While the best teams usually make it to the divisional round, I don’t think the best always move on from there. Most games come down to a few plays here and there , and you only need to be better on that day. It’s not like a series in other sports where the best team usually prevails. I think the beauty of the playoff is that you just need to get in, and there have been plenty of surprising results in the NFL playoffs over the years.

Takes a special brand of suck to pull it off though.

Yeah sorry man it’s blurry video and my eyes suck anyway lol

I could see it, but I don’t think KC wants the Bengals in the playoffs. Why let a top QB in when you can rest everyone and get a rookie QB in there?

The play in the top video looks like a Hamlin gaffe at first blush. The whole drop back thing only works if you have great reactions and sure tackling. Often the Bills D is lacking in these skills.

In reality , that’s not who any defense oriented HC is. They don’t bring in guys with a completely different system or philosophy. It’s just not how it works. This isn’t unique to McDermott as you are making it out to be. If Pegula decides he wants a totally different defense, then he will have to move on from McD. Can’t imagine a play call would have one defender picking off another. I don’t love the drop back stuff but someone screwed the pooch in that coverage.