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I wouldn't go that far. Lawson's job on that play was to get to the QB, which wasn't going to happen. I doubt his job was to chip the RB since that would delay his pass rush. Brown definitely took a bad step. It almost looked like he was expecting the RB to cut back inside. Also, the TE on that side was well positioned to make Brown take a longer path. A well-designed play, I'd say. Edit: I think I see what you're saying -- perhaps Lawson's job was to decide whether to cover the RB or rush the passer. I'm not sure if Schwartz's defense worked that way, though.

Thanks, great report!

Interesting that some people mention the 2013 Falcons, who were definitely stacked at those positions...yet finished 4-12. Of course, they had the #27 ranked defense (offense was #14). I also don't recall if injuries or other factors played a role. I agree with John that one of the exciting things about this season is that we have five most excellent skill players on offense, plus a potential top-5 defense as well. I'm really hoping they can figure out the offensive line issues. I think I'm more worried about that than the QB spot.

Are you Jason on Twitter, by any chance?

Those first three games will probably go a long way in determining if we make the playoffs.

BUST

Get well soon, Bills bud! Looking forward to seeing more of you around here again. We're all rooting for you!

I think we ran out of Ducks.

I agree, that was the one I enjoyed the most.

You've got to be kidding me.

Eichel. Impressive puck handling. He also has good speed, good vision, and a lightning shot.

I agree, that was about as crazy as the Ralph had been in a long time.

Man, that guy is really good with the puck.

Rats. Oh well.

I think Arya's storyline is going to leapfrog the books this season, so we'll see. Tyrion's journey will definitely be altered, since it doesn't appear it will include the sidebar of him joining up with Aegon and that group. So he will probably fast forward to a meeting with Daenerys, which is probably where he was headed in the books. So Tyrion's storyline will also likely leapfrog the books soon.

I agree, if they had won that game, this one would be right near the top. Still, it was very memorable and quite the emotional roller coaster.

This might be a good time to remind everyone that this is the readers thread more than the TV show thread, so, book spoilers and such are allowed.

Too many to recall...one that is not quite my favorite but high on the list is the game against Miami in 1987 when the Bills won 27-0. Kelly threw a TD to Reed right before the half to make it 21-0, and they cruised in the second half. It was a coming out of sorts for the team, with all of the young talent including a new Biscuit on defense. That was the game that made everyone start to realize this could be something special. So much fun to be there with my dad.

Yep, that would be me.

No kidding! I'm supposed to be going to sleep now but I'm ready to go punch my head through a wall!

Donnie Henderson loves him some Duke Williams, I recall reading online recently. For what it's worth.

It's definitely a lot to make up but there were a lot of close games, especially towards the end of the year. A little more offense and a goal here or there...

Why is that?

Wow. I don't even know what to think right now. Just so, so relieved that this nightmare is over.

Seriously, if the Sabres don't lose tomorrow, nearly the entire fan base will be pissed. Two years of historically crappy hockey with nothing to gain from it or look forward to? Wow.