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I get that. However, the Bills have an awesome chance to make a super bowl appearance and hoist the Lombardi Trophy. The best chance of doing so is utilizing his legs. That's pretty much a given and without much dispute. Of course don't take unnecessary hit but you let Allen play! You don't win super bowls by fearing injuries, playing scared or not assertive, and not using your best weapons. Allen as pure pocket passer makes the Bills offense less effective. Let Allen lose!

Why isn't running Allen that much sustainable? He is young, dynamic, his legs are a huge weapon, and his body seems more than able to sustain the tackles. His running just opens up the offense tremendously. Sure, injury is a concern but he can just as easily get injured trying to pass. I am all for Allen continuing to have designed runs and RPOs. The proof is in the results. When Allen ran the Bills won and the offense was excellent.

That sound great! I'm hoping here plays well and can.make a small difference. However, I think you are right. He's a slingshot to make the team.

It's hard to get excited about either. Darnold is a turnover machine which is a disaster for your back up QB. Keenum is just well a decent back up and system guy. I'd definitely lean towards Keenum.

Wish Baker would accept less money and be a back up to Allen. I know it will never happen but what a great insurance policy it would be for the Bills! Also, he could push Allen to be even better.

Great signing. This is how you win the super bowl

I agree but it's a long season and football players are human. There will be some ups and downs during the season. For me, the most important factor is peaking going into the playoffs.

I think there won't be any major changes on defense. Leslie's scheme is what it is. More of a bend but don't break defense. Don't give up the big play and get timely turnovers. Its very effective vs lesser talented teams/offenses. Thus, you get statistics like the Bills #1 rated defense. The defense was solid but I think all of us knew that stat was misleading. The addition of Miller should greatly improve the Bills pass rush. Some new additions via the draft and acquisitions should make the Bills a legitimate top 5 defense. They shouldn't get pushed around in the trenches.

I like that!

I'm not really that concerned about Dorsey. This offense will be elite so long as Allen stays upright. The OC always gets a lot of blame and slack no matters what's being called. Look at Daboll for evidence. Allen made Daboll not the other way around. I'm more concerned about the other AFC teams that have greatly improved. There doesn't seem to be a huge gap between the top 1 to 5 teams; which the Bills easily fit into. Rightly so, the Bills are at the top. The Bills have a target on their backs. Coach McD will have to get his players prepared to play week by week. They must drown out the noise sort of speak. It's a long season and there will be ups and downs. I'm more excited than ever to get the season started. The bitter taste still lingers. Yet, the future is brighter and reminds me of the 90's. Come Buffalo Bills let's do this and bring that Lombardi trophy home!

Of course, the Bills don't want Allen to get injured. Maybe he shouldn't pass as much because he might get sacked? The Cam Newton comparasion doesn't apply here. I'm fine with trusting Allen with his legs. He's great decision maker in the RPOs, makes huge timely runs in crutch time, gets the ball into the end zone with his legs, and clearly presents a problem for opposing defenses. I'm ok with dailing it back some but you can't take away his skillful running.

The Bills are a passing team and have a beast at QB. The running game only has to be serviceable. Motor absolutely did this and beyond the latter part of the season. Moss can't and won't be as bad as last year and we have added others to the mix. Cook with his speed should add another threat to opposing defenses. I'm not too concerned with the Bills running game. With that said, it's all about the Oline. Can they run block and protect Allen?

What makes you say that? Allen is a beast and has proven he can get the tough yards in crucial situations. Sure additionally help is definelty wanted. I love when the ball is in Allen's hands. His legs and elusiveness are an asset. Lastly, he's proven his toughness and his ability to take a hit or hits. I don't Agree with your take.

He certainly isnt the biggest worry. He's adequate and a good stop gap until we can find a really solid game impacting linebacker. Don't take it word for it. PFF has him as their 24th rated linebacker and site his inconsistent play. Brady and the Patriots looked pretty super to me for years and years. Just saying...

This signing just proves that the Bills have no legitimate return guy. I doubt Austin has much to contribute. He pretty much sucked in his prime so why would anyone expect a decent Austin now? The pick up is just ho hum for me.

I have ambivalent feelings about Kap. I think he offers little as a positive as a football player. Yet, I've always agreed with his stance for social justice. As weird as it sounds, I wouldn't mind him in a Bills uniform. I know its a bad football idea but something in me still wants him in the Bills' uniform.

No Kamara is dynamic and can break a game wide open. Mentioned him because even a weapon like him can be slowed down without a supporting cast. Frankly, I think the comparasions between Kamra and Cook are way way premature and really hopeful thinking. Kamara is a proven commodity and Cook hasn't even sniffed the NFL yet. He was a 2nd round pick as well. You would think if teams thought he was "Kamara like" he would have been drafted a lot earlier. I do think Cook brings an added dimension to the Bills offense. That's a great thing. It remains to be seen how he will be used in the Bills offense. How many touches he gets and how effective he will be. Lets slow down with the Kamara talk and let Cook be Cook.

I did and I'm glad I was wrong! Rarely do you see a QB make such a huge leap. The ceiling was there but many though he wouldn't come close to it. Big home run by Beane and Company... Last year wasnt Kamara pretty average?

Exactly. That's why the argument you signed the contract stop whining doesn't apply for the most part. Most definitely the NFL is unique. I could be wrong but it seems like the MLB and NBA contracts are more traditional and what most see as a binding contracts.

I get that what you are saying. It's valid but that's really not the way the current NFL works. A contract is a contract just falls short. Players and teams consistently maneuver their ways around binding contracts. The STFU and play argument just doesn't really apply anymore.

I get that but nowadays signing a NFL contract doesn't have the same meaning as years ago. Contracts are consistently restructured and changed. It's become common place. The argument you use clearly loses it validity.

I don't believe the hype coming out of the Miami camp. What else are they supposed to say? So the Tia positives absolutely makes sense. Thus far, Tua has under preformed for several reasons. Lack of coaching support and talent are in the forefront. Add on injuries, no run game, and Oline issues. This year, It's clear the Dolphins have given him many weapons. The Dolphins will find out what kind of WB Tua is. Hopefully, he's just serviceable and not elite. I would be shocked if he's franchise material.

Agree he will coach one week at a time. That's really the only way to coach isn't it? Especially, when your team has a target on their backs. Last year, I thought Coach McD wasn't as sharp as previous years. Not saying this to be argumentative. I felt his halftime adjustments and in game adjustments weren't sharp. Previous years I looked forward to the adjustments and felt like the Bills had a distinct advantage. I just didn't see a lot of that. Tampa was the exception. Additionally, I felt like the team wasn't ready to play on several occasions. Pitt, Indy, and Jacksonville come to mind. I know a season is filled with highs and lows. If we can recall to last season, the Bills were very much in danger of not winning the division or going to the playoffs. Credit to coach and the players for steeping it up. However, they should have never never never been in that position with the talent on their team. This season is going to be really interesting. The Bills have a target on their backs and a substantially more difficult schedule. Also, several other AFC teams have drastically improved. Truthfully, the pressure is on the Bills. Let's see how it plays out.

Another great post. Your insight and statements are 100% correct. I'd add he he choked away the game against KC, got very lucky to beat Indy, was lost in Houston, and mediocre in Jacksonville. Hopefully, Allen can carry this team to victory.

No I'm not mad the McD hasn't won a ring in 2 years. I'm mad he gave away the game in 13 seconds that cost the Bills a great chance to get a ring.