Allen2Moulds

The fact that there is as many as 8 to pick from, is pretty incredible. What a time to be a Bills fan. I don't know if we'll win the SB, but I'm making sure to enjoy the ride.

It felt like our defense was playing a preseason game.

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It should've been 3 pass plays, but I also understand the call. Even if the scrum takes 20-25 seconds to sort out, it's still less than burning 40 seconds with your last timeout. I hate to even say it, but we would've got the ball back with what, 20 seconds? Anything beats zero. Like many have said, once you lineup for the onside kick, the game is over. McDermott said that once he didn't get in, neither remaining option was a good one. That being said, you have to do, what saves you the most time. For as good as McDermott has been, it is baffling, that he totally melts down at the end of these clock management moments. How can a casual fan/observed know what to do in that situation, but he doesn't?

Last year, after he signed his big deal, he seemed to be walking around with a chip on his shoulder. I got the impression, that he heard all the chatter, questioning whether or not he deserved/earned that deal. Doesn't seem to be playing with that same chip on his shoulder. Last year, it seemed like the Bills correctly projected what he would be. This year, Ed seems to be validating the doubts that the naysayers had. Hopefully he turns it on down the stretch, but idk.

I totally agree, McDermott in critical moments, makes bad decisions. 4th and 7, and youopt for the penalty yards instead? My son and I were both in shock. I bet he wishes he had those seconds back. Follows that up by calling that timeout, and ending the game. Again, Josh Allen plays a historic game, and McDermott makes sure to drop the ball at the end. Twice!!

Cine call up is very intriguing to me. They must like what they're seeing.

Good read, a lot of good info/analysis. Thanks for posting. I agree with how you feel and point to 2 things, that has me feeling encouraged. 1. Improved physicality in the trenches. I was upset with them letting Morse go but now believe that this starting 5 is better than last years. I'm not expert, but only assume it's because it's the continued excellence of Aaron Kromer. I think McGovern is also a more physical player than Morse, which allowed us to make a mini shift there. I believe it was Chris Simms that said, that the Chiefs feared our running game, and played us as such. Teams now have to play us as honest as they ever had to, and it's making us nearly unstoppable in that lower redzone area, where most teams struggle. 2. This WR group is not the best we've had but seems to be built for January football. Although elite in his prime, Diggs was not excelling in the playoffs. Playoff football is a different brand, that requires physicality over finesse, hence Diggs lack of production, especially in the KC games. Amari Cooper is not known for being physical, but if you watch him, his blend of speed and power is extremely difficult to contend with, or slow down. Keon is an upgrade over Gabe, and thrives in these physical matchups, and Khalil Shakir is the best YAC guy we've had, and an upgrade over Beasley. The only thing missing is the John Brown deep threat, but Coop does just enough to keep teams honest, along with Keon and his 50/50 ability.

Maybe he was but hurt about his girlfriend not being there. I can't believe she expects us to cheer for her or something....psst.

Him and Josh are buddies. It could've honestly been a sign of respect. But I honestly don't know, or don't know much about the golf claps history.

TB is a special player, and doesn't get enough recognition. Out of all the players that were out during the playoff game last year, I told my son going in, that he was the one player we needed the most. I forget who, but I believe it was Orlovsky who watched the tape, and said that TB was calling out the plays, and knew exactly what KC was going to do, before they did it. Mentioned that TB got upset with Taron on the TD, because he knew what was going to happen before it happened. This is what makes me feel different about us going forward with a true QB on defense. My intent wasn't to bash Edmunds, but since others are still defending him, I have to say, that Edmunds was the def of average. Elite Physical traits, but below average instincts = average linebacker. Yes.....he took up space, but more is needed out of the QB of your defense, so much more.

I totally agree with you. I was friends with the beat writer for the Bucs, and there were countless stories about players and coaches getting back stabbed. Players around the league talk. I think it's why he waited so long to return.

I guess being nasty, and hurling insults is your thing. I won't even try and take that from you. WOW

That had more to do with what Kelly did, in my opinion, but I didn't agree with him. And again, that was 3 years ago. It's possible he no longer feels that way. Plus, at the time, we're talking about Allen who was in year 2 of his takeoff, vs. a HOF 4X conference Champ Kelly. Not fair to even compare the 2 at that point

I live in Tampa, and it's not uncommon to see him out. I always heard stories about him, and how he was kind of a nasty person. I went to a local sports bar chain, and he was there with his wife and adult son, just hanging. Nobody was really talking to him, and he looked over at me a couple times, almost like saying it's ok to approach, so I did, and we started talking football. I asked him what he thought about Allen, and he said, you guys got a real good one there, but he ain't 12. Keep in mind, that was about 3 years ago, but it still surprises me. But then I started thinking about all the playoff success Kelly had, and the Superbowl appearances, and it kind of made sense. Until Allen takes us to the Superbowl, his greatness is going to be severely limited, at least the perception of it, outside of Buffalo. Forgot to add, he was nice as can be, and was more than willing to talk football for a bit. I think he knew his image had taken a big hit, and he was making an effort to clean it up. Love him or hate him, he's a good football mind