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Dorsey needs to improve. I'm.very interested in seeing how a McD led defense performs.

I don't think it's ok to accept that your coaches game day strategies are poor. That's a major part of coaching. Early in McD and Bills are I really liked his game plans and in game adjustments. Perhaps, it was because the bar was set so low by previous coaches. I feel that McD has detoriated in this department the last couple years. He seems to play second fiddle to good coaches in big games. Clearly, this has been the case the last two years. Very disappointing playoff losses that he clearly contributed to. The Bills may regress this year and it might be time for change.

Come on man. All teams go through injuries. With the exception of the QB, teams should be built to overcome most injuries. I'm really tired of the injury excuse. Josh and the offense were as healthy as could be! They put up 10 points in the biggest home playoff game in recent memory. The Bengals had 3 offensive linemen out and still dominated the Bills dline. KC had Mahomes playing on one leg vs Jacksonville. He was limited in the Bengals game too. Went on to win the Super Bowl with limited mobility and injury.

Unfortunately, fans will have to relive that ending for decades. Think Tennessee miracle. Agree with everything but the Zac Taylor comment. I think he's just an average coach with a great QB, great DC, and a very nice roster. If he was great they would have beaten the Rams in the Super Bowl. It wasn't too long ago Bengals fans were callung for his head.

Definetly a homer point of view here. Nothing wrong with that perspective. However, some points seem a bit too rosey. I remember 13 seconds. The coin toss should have never happened! The coin toss was a result of a complete inexcusable Bills collapse. At some point, the Bills have to move forward and actually make a Super Bowl appearance. Win the whole damn thing. We fans shouldn't be satisfied with playoff appearances and early exits. Are we satisfied with this due to the previous failures season after season? Are we settling for less as a result? KC and Cinci are better teams than the Bills. AFC division foes are breathing down the backs of the Bills. Imho, the Bills organization, coaches, and players have squandered the last two years. Fast forward to this year and really analyze the team's roster. There are needs on both sides of the line, WR, LB, TE, etc...As previously mentioned by a poster "the game is usually won in the trenches." Do you really feel confident that this oline and dline can compete with the big boys? The old saying is (even used by Beane with the exception of this year) you are as good as your last game. I will remain hopeful but skeptical this Bills team can take the next step forward.

I agree on the tight end portion of your post. Another weapon would be great. However, I think the weather factor was and is overrated. The Bills can and know how to play in the cold. Plenty of examples to site. I don't think weather was much of a factor in the Bills playoff loss. Rather, it was poor coaching, poor game plan, poor adjustments, lack of talent in the trenches, injuries, poor play/execution, and a poor WR core.

I think you are spot on here. The game plan, coaching, play calling, and in game adjustments were not satisfactory. Often, that's the difference between winning and losing. It's been pretty clear that the Bills coaching staff has underperformed in big games. I think it's fair to start questioning whether changes might be needed. One positive is Fraizer is gone. Now we will see what McD has.

Not sure how you can justify that KC and Cinci aren't better teams than the Bills. I mean I get your points but those two teams are clearly a notch better than the Bills. Doesn't mean the Bills can't beat them. Injuries can always play a big role too. In short, the Bills will need luck, remain healthy, have several players step up, and have much better coaching. A tall order but not out of the question. However, the likelihood of all of the above seems more unlikely than likely. Too early to call but I don't see this team getting over the hump. Hope I'm wrong.

I'm not completely in agreement that the oline gets ignored though. Beane has made moves like Ford, Saffold, and Brown. His misses have hurt to solidify the oline combined with some negligence as well.

I'm not too interested in Juedy. The WR I want is Dhop. The guy is elite and is a difference maker. Twitter people are saying Ariz wants a 2nd round pick and something else of value. Not sure what that means. I am really hoping the Bills can pull the trigger and get Dhop. What does everyone else think?

" I still believe many if not most games are won in the trenches." Well put Gregg This is where Beane and McD have failed year after year. It's the prime reason the Bills lose in the playoffs. KC and Cinci remain better than the Bills in the trenches. They have a better or just as good as a QB. I don't see the Bills advancing to the Super Bowl unless they get their trenches rectified.

Juedy isn't that good imho.

I think he's washed. It's a big no for me. Bills have to do better than a washed Lenny or Zeke.

I think it's safe to say the Bengals were and are the better team. They just improved their Oline this off season. Meanwhile, how much better have the Bills gotten? Is it enough to pass or compete with the Chiefs and Bengals? Miami is making more moves and the Jets seemingly will land Rodgers. The AFC east is extremely competitive. Imho, the Bills have to have a lot go their way. Players have to improve, stay healthy, and the coaching has to be much better. Still a solid playoff team but I have my doubts it can go to a Super Bowl.

I don't care about these stats. Burrow shredded the Bills D last year. Burrows went to the Super Bowl the prior year. Meanwhile, Allen and the Bills were watching Burrow and the Bengals playing...

I like Chark and don't mind Jarvis Landry. Of course Dhop would be awesome. Maybe they are seriously considering keeping him?

Remains to be seen. Hope you are right. Can he stay on the field? Didn't you or others say the same thing about Brown when had returned to Buffalo? Dorsey's offense wasn't dynamic or innovative. He needs to take a big jump this year.

That's not the same size.

That isn't saying much. Plus, I'm guessing his price might be more. I just don't see Hardman as being an answer or solid piece of the Bills passing attack. He had minimal success with Mahomes and a better dynamic Andy Reid offense. I doubt he does more in a Dorsey on the job training season. No thanks to Hardman. Bills should be looking at Addison or Zay Flowers.

I was a big Thielen fan. However, last year he looked washed up. A shell of himself. He's a hard pass for me. Bills need to get faster and younger. Thielen is the opposite.

Never been a fan of his. I don't think he's a very good WR. I'm hoping the Bills don't acquire him.

It counts for something. It means we were all wrong. The reasons for our wrongs can be debated. Whats Not debatable is Beame and McD haven't gotten this team over the hump. Three straight disappointing playoff losses. That counts for something too. Depends on your outlook and perspective. Are we happy with playoffs appearances with disappointing results? Surely its better than the past. As for me, the Bills have an elite QB and I want that Lombard Trophy in Buffalo. Thats the goal and of course its difficult. Nothing short of this will be a success as long as a healthy Josh is in play.

I think McKenzie is a goner. Last year he proved he's not a starting caliber WR. At least not with the Bills and Dorsey. He underperformed at most levels. He's nothing more than a gadget player. Thus, he's very replaceable. I look for Shakir to get more snaps this year. I would like the Bills to draft WR Addison or WR Flowers. I don't think either will be there at 27.

Welker, Jackson, and Smith are much bigger than him despite being small by NFL standards. Sproles was RB, a special breed, and an exception. I don't know who Holiday is. This guy has been in the league for four years. That's plenty of time to see if he's special and able to stay on the field. I think it's a stretch to think he will stay healthy and be solid a WR3. Perhaps an effective gadget player and special teams guy? This looks to be a high risk high reward pick up. Time will tell how it plays out.

Nice analysis and breakdown.