Coach Tuesday Posted November 11, 2012 Posted November 11, 2012 Anyone else struck by the lack of positive commentary from the players this past week? It's a divisional game, the team is mathematically alive, and you'd think they would at least be talking about how it's an important game, they feel good and confident, they've practiced well, they're focused, etc. Stuff we've heard all season, I know, but that's just it - for whatever reason, I haven't heard it this week, from the players OR Chan. What gives? Perhaps the issue is that against Houston, they finally went and executed the gameplan pretty successfully - and still got pounded. Maybe they finally realized that they don't have the talent (players or coaches) to match up with the big boys. If that's the case, we'll see it pretty quickly on the field today, because it means they've given up. Alternatively, maybe it's the opposite - they feel confident and focused to the point where they don't need to talk about it to psyche themselves up. I hope it's this, but I'm not holding my breath. Anyhow today should be interesting. If things completely unravel (like I think they will), it could be a real turning point. Ralph might prefer to be patient with Nix and Chan and not blow everything up again - but if they give up 10 touchdowns to Brady & Co. and run for the bus by halftime, he may feel like he has no choice. We'll see. Go Bills?
Meathead Posted November 11, 2012 Posted November 11, 2012 im generally a very optimistic fan but today feels it feels like a dead team walking. hope im wrong but i think its going to be another epic horse whipping
Coach Tuesday Posted November 11, 2012 Author Posted November 11, 2012 im generally a very optimistic fan but today feels it feels like a dead team walking. hope im wrong but i think its going to be another epic horse whipping It's weird, right? It's like they're just going through the motions this time around... not good.
Bills!Win! Posted November 11, 2012 Posted November 11, 2012 Actually, it seems like when they say "we know what situation we are in and were a positive bunch, if we just win this important game it will set us on the right track" that's usually when they lose. They almost always win when they say nothing about the matchup
jumbalaya Posted November 11, 2012 Posted November 11, 2012 No leadership from the players or the coaches. These guys are not winners. You don't hear any fire coming from any coaches.
ExWNYer Posted November 11, 2012 Posted November 11, 2012 im generally a very optimistic fan but today feels it feels like a dead team walking. hope im wrong but i think its going to be another epic horse whipping Given the last decade plus of this series, how could you feel otherwise?
judman Posted November 11, 2012 Posted November 11, 2012 Buffalo will win today* (*assumes injuries to Brady, Welker, Wilfork, and Gronk coupled with +4 in turnovers favoring the Bills)
Stealth Posted November 11, 2012 Posted November 11, 2012 They've taken on the identity of their owner. Invisible, non caring loveable losers, who want your money and guilt you into caring.
Rob's House Posted November 11, 2012 Posted November 11, 2012 I heard through the grape vine that Chan Gailey emailed Bellichick telling him, "We're going to bring a 55 gallon drum of whoop ass and pour it on you."
CodeMonkey Posted November 11, 2012 Posted November 11, 2012 Buffalo will win today* (*assumes injuries to Brady, Welker, Wilfork, and Gronk coupled with +4 in turnovers favoring the Bills) You forgot the zebras helping out as well.
ACor58 Posted November 11, 2012 Posted November 11, 2012 I think that the meltdown against the Titans, the comeback blowout against Pats hurt player confidence - but last week against Houston was a killer - the defense played a good game, but still couldn't stop the Texans when it mattered, while the offense was able to move the ball, but couldn't score - very deflating - like the team finally realized that there is a huge separation between them and the best teams in the league.
Rubes Posted November 11, 2012 Posted November 11, 2012 The players should believe this game is their Super Bowl -- win or else. Every game from here on out should be that way, at least the next two games, because two more divisional losses and this season is officially over. Anything less is unacceptable.
Dr. Trooth Posted November 11, 2012 Posted November 11, 2012 Not struck by any lack of positive comments from the players at all. Positive comments don't do diddley poo. Positive actions are what mean something.
Rico Posted November 11, 2012 Posted November 11, 2012 (edited) They've taken on the identity of their owner. Invisible, non caring loveable losers, who want your money and guilt you into caring. There's nothing loveable about Ralph at all. Edited November 11, 2012 by Rico
artmalibu Posted November 11, 2012 Posted November 11, 2012 If the offense plays ALL 4 quarters we might have a shot. The last time we played the pats they started scoring and we stopped!!!
Best Player Available Posted November 11, 2012 Posted November 11, 2012 It's a given that they had a "great" practice on Friday. Gailey will even mention it in his post game presser. He does it every time they get their butts kicked. Along with "I don't have any answers" and need to look at the tape.
judman Posted November 11, 2012 Posted November 11, 2012 You forgot the zebras helping out as well. Forgot to mention that, it is always assumed.
bonechiller Posted November 11, 2012 Posted November 11, 2012 Tired of sticking their foot in their mouth. And don't give anything for Belicheat to use against them. Would be nice if calm, cool, and collectively prepared! Maybe something new to "surprise" them or at least give us some kind of sign they care and are trying.
San Jose Bills Fan Posted November 11, 2012 Posted November 11, 2012 Not struck by any lack of positive comments from the players at all. Positive comments don't do diddley poo. Positive actions are what mean something. Yep. Talk is cheap and pointless. Opening their mouths gives them everything to lose and nothing to gain.
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