Buffalo Junction
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3 hours ago, Lurker said:
As much as I love Motor, he's no Dalvin Cook. That guy is strong, fast and runs with anger...
Chicago and Philly both stuffed him... or rather, they trashed the Oline on outside zone runs. I love Cook, but all these guys are stoppable if their Oline is overmatched.
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18 hours ago, Formerly Allan in MD said:
It would be one thing if our offense was a consistent, scare provoking passing attack. But it's more like a car that severely needs a tune up. Yes, Singletary needs to be used more, along with screen passes, play action, passes to backs, etc. etc. etc.
Kind of like a 16 year old that got a mustang as old as he is for a first car.
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10 minutes ago, Over 29 years of fanhood said:
Seems like they need at least one pass catcher that can consistently win one on one. Not seeing that guy guy on the roster and I don’t mean deep speed.
Cleveland sent 7 multiple times, with 5 Bills running patterns. Even if you don’t have time to find the uncovered guy no one is doubled. Activating Duke would help with this right now. Honestly, I think it’s time to start rolling with Sweeney, Kroft, and Knox and deactivating Lee Smith. Too many negative plays. I’d rather have more talented pass catchers on the field. I also think that there’s no reason to utilize McK if those jets sweeps and gadget plays aren’t heavily featured. I’m pretty sure we’ve all seen those plays work when run by Roberts, Foster, and Knox. They could certainly put Knox out wide and motion him for a jet sweep or to line up at FB in an offset I.
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They really need to fix their screen game. Devin is great at it. With Chan’s O, similar roots, screen game was outstanding. They’ve used the same screen to often. It’s being recognized. It’s time to start getting creative with personnel... Perhaps a play action screen to Gore. ?♂️
Romans west coast offense might work ok here, but Kap and Lamar are better runners than josh and the version of Gore he had was different than now. ??
9 minutes ago, dneveu said:To be fair - rex fired him. He has no relationship with any of the coaches or GMs here so I'm not sure why anyone would expect us to have brought him in.
This ^^^.
I think the screen game issue has a lot to do with allens athleticism. Teams are employing spies, and adjusting rush angles to try and prevent him from breaking contain. By doing that they're also muddying up the screen game it seems. I’m sure that plays a part as does the frequent zone coverage teams are using when not employing a spy. They need to adapt by using Gore for screens and quick hitters outside to stretch the D horizontally. I also think there will be some more space if they can start connecting on deep passes. Foster had some easy short and intermediate catches last year after he torched a few teams.
Look at the last play on 3rd and 4. Clock running, checks to a cover 0 beater with john brown and throws it towards the sideline and gives his guy a chance.
Now take that same play and employ gronkowski... that's gotta be like a 90% completion/PI play. Talent would help tremendously. With the current personnel we have limited options. Maybe use 12 personnel with trips. ?♂️ Lining up Kroft, Knox, and McK in a bunch would certainly scream screen to the defense which might help to open an easy slant or seam route for a TE
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Roman is a genius at designing run plays and coordinating blocking schemes for the rushing attack. There isn’t anyone better. However, his passing game is dependent upon the pressure applied by the rushing attack. He currently has the most talented QB prospect he’s ever had, and Jackson’s skill set and Romans offense are a perfect marriage. Roman has also adapted and improved his organization and playcalling. I’m interested to see how/if the offense evolves over 2-3 seasons as previous QBs have faltered as the league catches up to the rushing concepts and the QB starts taking hits.
By contrast Daboll is basically running Charlie Weiss’ EP offense with some west coast and college concepts (RPO, etc) integrated into it. It’s not a simple system and is kind of an amoeba based on exploiting matchups. With a young and inexperienced QB this style of offense isn’t going to look good. Instead of being advantageous, this offense just looks like it lacks an identity right now. All the pressure for offensive improvement is on Allen to get better. The kid needs more help with both talent and playcalling.
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Are we just going with first team all-pro? I ask because Moulds, Jason Peters and Rueben Brown made 2nd team all-pro while Bills. Point still stands though as it’s been a decade since any of those guys were Bills. The biggest issue has been poor talent at QB which drags down all of the other skill position players. Get your hands on an all-pro QB and a WR or two is likely going to the probowl.
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Just now, Big C said:
The ball bounced our way. I can't believe it.
Only because we’re playing the Browns.
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Just now, stuvian said:
I don't care what the D gives up between the 20s and nor should you
Between the 30’s for me. Nice to keep FGs over 45 yards
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That might be the needed momentum change
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Christ. Hell of a hold on Lawson!
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Edmunds slip?
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Y’all know it’s actually legal to mail a crow right? Dead or alive.... You can mail one to these places as a “stick it to `em” if you’re that livid about these predictions. You can also have a pie delivered from a bakery with “humble” spelled in the crust.... Be creative.... Maybe blow up their Twitter with links to Humble Pie songs and #billsmafia if we stop the browns????
Have fun with this. The bills are 6-2! Enjoy the ride.
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1 hour ago, Buffalophil1948 said:
I "Trust" that this will be addressed in FA or the draft. I'm ok with this and glad we didn't pull off a lopsided trade at the deadline. Don't want buyer's remorse.
I think it will be. Depending on what happens with the other Phillips I wouldn’t be surprised to see another DT drafted in the first three rounds. Wait and see. ?♂️
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32 minutes ago, OldTimeAFLGuy said:
....very fair assessment IMO.....hate to use " stop gap" because it connotes desperation......"plug and play" sounds far better and McBeane knew what he was getting.....cap hit(s) say he may be here for awhile......
IMO, Star is better than a simple “stop gap”. Beane has shown that he’s not handing out long term contracts to stop gap players. Star’s role was/is vital to the defense functioning properly. He fit a need, knew the defense, etc. He may be overpaid for that role, but I don’t care how they spend Peg’s money as long as they have the cap space to resign critical players. I think a lot of folks aren’t being honest with how long it can take to develop defensive tackles, especially NTs that don’t have blue chip physical traits... It’s strength and technique which take time to build. They will put guys in the pipeline and Star likely won’t be retained for the same salary once his contract is up. If they end up finding a gem like Pat Williams he might be released.
Not having a replacement for Horrible Harry is a much bigger problem than Star’s ability.
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5 minutes ago, uticaclub said:
I don't care about splashy plays, I just don't want to be last in the league in interior rush yards allowed. Star is supposed to stop that from happening, that's why Star is getting called out
It’s almost unavoidable when the player rotating with Star is on IR. We currently have a 350 pound man playing more than he should which is going to lead to mistakes. Let’s also keep in mind that Edmunds is making the calls. In most systems the MLB is responsible for adjusting gap assignments on the fly.
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18 minutes ago, Rock'em Sock'em said:
I don't think that's a fair assessment of Star. I watched several quarters with an eye on him. Although he does not get off blocks and finish plays, he tends to hold his ground against mostly double team blocks. I'd characterize him as a role player, not a play maker.
The issue is that fans expect Star to perform in a manner similar to other NTs in that salary range; many of whom make more splash plays. Unfortunately, that comes with neglecting several details... most notably when Star was signed he was one of the best NTs on the market, and they needed a plug and play NT. Beane & Co can definitely upgrade the position, but it will likely be a phase out as they develop younger players to take over the role.
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2 minutes ago, Conlan58 said:
This is the game John Brown finally breaks out. Over 150 yards and 2+ TD's!
It would be a great talking point all week if Allen goes off for 350 total yards and 3 TDs with some big plays to Brown while Mayfield implodes.
I have no clue how this game is going to go, but capitalizing on an early Browns turnover could make this a fun game to watch
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15 minutes ago, Protocal69 said:
How many of those made the pro bowl in the last couple of seasons?
That is in many ways a catch-22.... The probowl is very dependent upon the fan vote, and national fans are rather ignorant when it comes to players on other rosters that aren’t pimped by ESPN.
The answer to your question though is Hyde and Andre Roberts.
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OP. You forgot about the disgraced El Capitan we shipped of to Jax.
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11 minutes ago, The Jokeman said:
Why not Plaxico Burress while we're at it?
His legs are shot.
3 hours ago, r00tabaga said:Jerusalem Fried Chicken???
Soul food for crusaders.
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53 minutes ago, DCofNC said:
It sounds like my dog knows more about football than half this board.
You’re doing an epic job of trolling. I shall award you....
One McDermott slow clap. ??
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The religious aspect isn’t necessarily a critical component. The point is that most often great leaders display faith in something bigger than an individual. They lead with strength, resolve, compassion, respect, accountability, and empathy. A humanist can certainly display these traits through an atheist worldview. They inspire a feeling of brotherhood and a universal faith in those around them.... a belief that “we will succeed”. Belichick has inspired that belief through success. There isn’t a player in the NFL that believes BB would put the pats in a losing situation for personal gain. Faith exists in many ways... It’s the hope and belief in ones self, and those around ones self, that can lead to success when things are going poorly: it can inspire perseverance.
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If Playing Time is earned, why not Un-earned! (edited)
in The Stadium Wall Archives
Posted · Edited by Buffalo Junction
I was gonna say Gore’s running for 2 yards, but the penalties work too.