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Absolutely. I would have loved to see him come to Buffalo. Change up the scheme and utilize the players to their max. Instead, we have. Fraizer led defense with a failed scheme come playoff time. Fans here will point to the regular season stats and be fooled that the defense is above average to great. History has a way to repeat itself. I agree with you there. Point being, I don't think Poyer chooses a team that doesn't have a solid path to compete for a Lombardi Trophy. I believe he sees Miami as a team that's on the cusp of something special. Or at the very least a team that can compete and beat the Bills for the division.

Very nice reply. We are on the same page.

Then what happened to the Bills who have Allen? It looks like Tua is a difference maker on that Dolphin team. For awhile he was the leading candidate for MVP. Are you implying he can lead the way past the Bills?

I hear all this great stuff about Kromer. I've yet to see his supposed magic happen. It is possible he's getting too much credit. I thought the blocking schemes were pretty bad last year. Teams were able to use various stunts to pressure Allen. Look at the Cinci game for a clear example. Or is the oline just that bad?

I'm sure at this point in his career he wants to go to a team he thinks has a shot at winning it all. He played against Miami 3xs this year. Read between the lines. A Poyer on a Miami team certainly bolsters their chances to dethrone the Bills.

Spencer Brown registered a 6.5% Pressure Allowed Percentage per PFF (Among ALL OL with 14 games played). That was ranked the 103rd out of 113 players- NOT GOOD I hope the Bills have a great plan to solidify a weak offensive line. I'm not sure what they see in Brown? He's more a liability than an assest thus far. How confident are we Beane can make the necessary changes and upgrades? How confident are we in Brown?

Disagree. The post is pretty spot on with the exception of the 90s Bills teams. As you pointed out Kelly had great pieces around him. Wide right, Tenn miracle, and 13 seconds will forever be etched in many Bills fans memories. It's just part of being a fan.

And still no Super Bowl wins! Are we witnessing another great QB who goes out with no ring? What moves, happenings, events, etc.. can you see or project that gives you confidence this team and organization can make a Super Bowl and win it? What's the likliehood of it happening?

I hear you. I get your line of thinking. Much of your opinions can be justified and validated. I think my previous post addresses mostly what I wanted to say. I'd ask you to reflect and ask yourself this now that the season has ended. Are you disappointed in the season? Do you feel let down in anyway? Was the season a success in your mind? Did the team meet or exceed your expectations? Great response. Bingo!

Agree 100%. My big concern is will Dorsey be able to have the rights calls and schemes to take full advantage of this two headed monster?

This is a fair post. Let me add my perspective to it. I don't think anyone is really saying McD or Beane are bad. Of course, they deserve credit for building a winning culture and consecutive playoffs appearences/division titles. Comparing the previous coaches and past Bills failures vs the present isn't the logic or path I want to go down. It's really fruitless and kind of gives an impression of hey be satisfied with the winning. Be happy about making the playoffs. Of course, there is a kernel of truth to that thinking. I myself was very happy with the early success and turnaround of the Bills team. Beane and McD were excellent at rebuilding and molding a winning culture. They absolutely deserve accolades for this. However, at some point the goalposts have moved. Maybe 2 or 3 years ago? Wouldn't you agree. The Bills have their franchise QB whose developed into one of the best in the league. The last few years were absolutely windows to smell and or hoist that Lombardi Trophy. The winning the division and making the playoffs just weren't enough. Frankly, shouldn't be enough. This is where division amoung the fans start to arise. Be happy with its nice regular season record, winning the division, and one playoff win or wanting to make that Super Bowl appearance and or win it all. Imho, it's clear McD and Beane have turned around the franchise primarily because of Allen. Once again, they deserve high praise for this. On the other hand, they have failed to progress the team. Many mistakes along the way has lead to many playoffs failures and early exits. Expectations weren't met. Now we go into this year with several question marks. I think it's perfectly rational to start questioning and criticising McD and Beane. Imho, it's called accountability and as a fan I want more from this team. That doesn't mean I'm a troll or any less of a loyal fan. In short, McD and Beane deserve much credit as well as much criticism. At some point, change can be a positive thing. Personally, I would have very much liked to see Fraizer gone. An upgrade to Dorsey certainly could have been on the table. Coach McD probably deserves more time but honestly I'm losing my confidence that he can get it done. Hope that gives you a little different perspective. Thanks.

I agree but he wouldn't be used in the same way in Buffalo. Allen would losen his load. The two together would compliment each other so well. It's hard to see defenses stopping the Bills. The preface is an improvement on the oline and play calling. I think the Bills are in win mode now. This is the kind of pick up that dramatically puts the Bills in position to do that. I don't mind swinging for the fences here.

Can't argue with your logic. Not a popular view but very hard to dispute. More specifically, Allen doesn't have adequate oline support or weapons to take full advantage of his skills. Thus, the term Super Man is often used when describing him. This issue isn't a new one. For years pundits, fans, and the media have chimed in about how reliant the Bills are in Allen. To a fault. It rears its head especially on the playoffs. It's utter failure on Beane and company to get a good supporting cast for Allen. I'm not optimistic they can after basically 6 years of trying failures.

I'd give up both Oliver and Knox for Henry. Build up the oline and the offense would be unstoppable. A two headed monster of Allen and Henry. Henry had also become a very competent pass catcher too. Generally speaking, I'm not an advocate of paying a RB big money in this era of football. Henry with some good oline additions would put Buffalo right back in the mix for a Super Bowl. A game changer in my mind. Think the 49ers and CMC. Right now, I'm not confident this team can make that type of run.

Agree. Gabe was targeted 93 times and caught 48 balls. You don't have to be a math major or a football expert to know that's not good. Certainly isn't what the Bills are looking for in a so called number 2 WR. I suppose one could say Allen just couldn't get him the ball. That's a big stretch. Instead, my eyes saw a blanketed Davis time after time. A Davis who rarely fought for a ball and caught it. We had a whole season to see he's not the #2 guy. Will be interested to see if this fantastic offensive coaching staff thinks Gabe can step up and improve.

Thanks. I get a lot of negative feedback for my critical posts which I admit are usually ultra negative. Nice to get some positive feedback.

At this point, I'm just spinning my wheels. You won't convince me that the Bills will win a Super Bowl anytime soon. Neither will the Vegas line. Hopefully, significant changes are made. That has to start with coaching, schemes, play calling, player developement, etc.. Then I can get aboard and think differently. Until then, I will remain skeptical for good reason. I'll end with a Edmund Burke quote "those who don't know history are doomed to repeat it."

It's about probability and likelihood. No way a competent head coach doesn't take charge there. Got your head out of your butt! It's like saying OJ didn't do it. Stop embarrassing yourself with outlandish claims. A CEO of a company would have been fired immediately after such a blunder. Shareholders would have demanded a vote to terminate. Stop telling yourself fibs...

How did Vegas do on the Bills winning the Super Bowl last year? Take your homer glasses off and look at reality. No way this coaching staff leads the team to a Super Bowl. They continue to fall short yet you continue to believe the unlikely. The team has several holes that have been exposed especially in the playoffs. The last three years are plenty of proof that this coaching staff doesn't have what it takes. Maybe rewatch the Miami and Cinci playoff games. Take a look at the infamous 13 seconds. Why in the world world you have a mortal of confidence they can get it down. Rule of thumb is the games won on the trenches. You agree? Take a serious look at the Bills line. The Oline has been a major issue for years. Fact is its clear the Dolphins and the Jets have closed the gap. Anyone who thinks otherwise is clearly in denial. Is that you?

I don't dispute any of that. I didn't mean let him walk literally. I just was saying that because I don't think he would be missed. He has a very limited skill set. His hips are not fluid or shifty. As a result, he can get quick separation and his routes are limited. He blows at contested catches. Gabe will likely never be a dependable and reliable receiver without a true elite number 1 and 2 on the team. As a 3 or a 4 he can do well and we've seen that. Next year, no way should Davis get anything close to #2 WR money. I believe that would be in the neighborhood of 15 mil. McKenzie is likely not on the team next year. An upgrade is badly needed. Although, I think the Dorsey scheme hurt McKenzie.

I wouldn't be upset if they let Gabe walk. He's replaceable and nothing special.

You are correct because the Bills are playing and using Davis as the #2WR. However, he should not be the #2 WR. He's skill set is very limited. He's ability to create space takes too much time and he's too stiff in the hips. Additionally, he's terrible at catching contested balls. The fact that the Bills play him as a #2WR speaks volumes about the inept coaching staff decisions. As the season progresses it became apparent Davis is no #2. He's a #3 or 4 WR at best. I'm curious to see if the Bills coaching staff still goes back to the well. Will they use Davis as a #2 WR. Imho, that would be a colossal mistake. Why do I think they will line him up as a #2 again? You know the team is in trouble when they have to go back to the streets and pick up Brown and Beasley. Yet, they let Hodges walk and other better receivers were available like TY Hilton.

I have to agree and disagree. Many Bills fans here absolutely discredit Mahomes. Not sure how you can state otherwise. Definelty disagree with you. Mahomes has a much better Oline, play calling, coaching, etc... Definelty agree with you. Both can be true. What's true is Mahomes has two rings and Allen has none. You can do the math. At this point, the Mahomes vs Allen comparasion should cease. It's a worthless conversation. Mahomes is the clear cut #1 QB in the NFL. Burrows has likely surpassed Allen.

Are you saying tje Chiefs know how to build a Championship team? Are you implying the Chiefs coaching is very good? What are you trying to say about Buffalo's organization amd coaching?

Agree on Crowder. His talent was never really an issue for me. He's not great but he would have positively contributed to the offense. The real question was if he could stay on the field. The Bills gambled and lost.