Dan Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 Week 11: New York Jets at Buffalo Bills Sunday, November 17, 2013 at 1:00pm TV Network: CBS (TV Map) Announcers: Ian Eagle and Dan Fouts DirecTV: 704 Bills Radio: On the call: John Murphy (play by play), Mark Kelso (analyst), Joe Buscaglia (sideline) Flagship: Buffalo – WGR550 (550AM); Toronto - Sportsnet 590 The Fan; Rochester - WCMF (96.5) and WROC (950AM); Syracuse - WTKW (99.5/WTKV 105.5) Sirius: 108 ================================================================= Game Preview: Projected by many to finish near the bottom of the AFC, New York (5-4) has instead managed to hold its own. After watching several contending teams lose last weekend, the Jets come out of their bye with a one-game lead for the second wild-card spot. The Jets have to be feeling good about posting back-to-back wins given their recent domination of the Bills (3-7). New York, which won 27-20 on Sept. 22 behind Smith's season-high 331 passing yards and three total TDs, have averaged 29.3 points in taking seven of eight from Buffalo. Read more at ESPN game preview... --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Scouting Report: Week 11 (from Buffalo Bills.com Chris Brown) NFL.com Video Preview 'Playbook': New York Jets vs. Buffalo Bills NFL.com Game Center Team Stats: Bills Jets Total Yds/Game.... 332.9 331.2 Total Rush.............140.7 129.0 Total Pass............. 192.2 202.2 Points/Game.......... 19.9 18.8 Time of Poss.......... 27.7 32.1 ---------------------------------------------- Yds/Gm Allowed... 355.9 325.2 Rush Yards........... 117.3 73.8 Pass Yards........... 238.6 251.4 Points Allowed........ 25.9 25.7 Source: NFL.com Injury Report: Buffalo Bills NAME POSITION INJURY WED. THU. FRI. GAME STATUS Johnson, Stevie WR Groin DNP DNP DNP Out Searcy, Da'Norris S Hamstring DNP LP LP Probable Williams, Kyle DL Achilles DNP FP FP Probable Woods, Robert WR Ankle DNP DNP DNP Out Source: BuffaloBills.com New York Jets NAME POSITION INJURY WED. THU. FRI. GAME STATUS Allen, Antonio S Concussion FP FP FP Probable Colon, Willie OL Calf FP FP FP Probable Cribbs, Josh WR Knee FP FP FP Probable Cromartie, Antonio CB Hip FP FP FP Probable Cumberland, Jeff TE Concussion FP FP FP Probable Douzable, Leger DT Illness DNP FP FP Probable Ellis, Kenrick DT Back LP LP LP Probable Green, Alex RB Hamstring LP FP FP Probable Hill, Stephen WR Foot/Knee LP FP FP Probable Holmes, Santonio WR Foot/Hamstring LP LP LP Probable Ivory, Chris RB Knee FP FP FP Probable Kerley, Jeremy WR Elbow DNP DNP DNP Out McIntyre, Garrett LB Knee DNP DNP DNP Out Pace, Calvin LB Hip FP FP FP Probable Salas, Greg WR Knee FP FP FP Probable Sudfeld, Zach TE Knee FP FP FP Probable Walls, Darrin CB Shoulder FP FP FP Probable Winslow, Kellen TE Knee LP DNP LP Probable Source: NewYorkJets.com Practice Status Game Status DNP = Did Not Participate in Practice Out = Player will not play LP = Limited Participation - Less than 100% of normal reps Doubtful = 25% chance a player will play FP = Full Participation - 100% of a player's normal repetitions Questionable = 50% chance a player will play Out = Player will not play Probable = 75% chance a player will play (-) = Not Listed = No practice status available (-) = Not Listed - No game status available The Odds: Line: Bills -1 Over/Under: 41 Source: The Linemakers Up to date lines... if you're in Vegas. My Take on the Matchup: Well, here we go again. Another week with an opponent that, at least on paper, we match up well against. So why do I feel like we're going to get crushed? Oh yeah, because the Jets have mostly dominated the Bills during the last few years. And after last week's abysmal performance, it's just hard to imagine anything different. EJ has gotten a lot of criticism after his game last week, and rightfully so. Hence, for me, he is my key to this week's game. It's all about EJ. How will he bounce back? Will he respond to the critics with fire or ice? Will he somehow throw better in colder, wetter conditions (assuming there's rain)? Can he lead this team to a divisional win against a team that thinks they're making a playoff run? In all likelihood, this game should be one to favor the running backs. CJ is probably itching to get out there and atone for his lackluster game, as well. However, you can expect Rex to throw everything he has at stopping Freddie and CJ. So, EJ is going to have his chances; he has to capitalize. Do that and our offense has a chance. Otherwise, it's could be another long day. So, what will be watching? 1. EJ. Is he the QB of the future? Lay another egg like last week, and it's gonna be hard for this fan to continue with that hope. 2. EJ. Can he throw the ball down the field? Will he ever keep a deep, side line pass in bounds? 3. Marrone and his fun bunch. This is the second time facing a divisional team. Will they have the team prepared? Did they learn anything the first time? Anything at all this season? We need to see adjustments in the game plan and situational game adjustments. Is this the same old Bills or do we finally have a coach doing something to get the win? 4. Ed Reed. If Bills' history serves as a precursor, he'll play like the Ed Reed of old, have all the pundits claim he's back, only to suck the rest of the year and retire. 5. EJ. Can he handle the blitz by doing more than checking down? Go Bills!!
plenzmd1 Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 Changing things up today fellas...going to watch live instead of on DVR. Base on some things I have been reading and the meeting cancel last night etc, sure seems like the Jets are a confident bunch...lets hope that turns to cocky! Mario got to be fired up bout the Howard comments...Rex sure sounding like he did a few years ago. A win and we one game out fellas! I am still in the the camp that we win today we got a shot!
Zulu Cthulhu Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 Stay dry if you're tailgating guys. Rain's already started.
26CornerBlitz Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 (edited) @BryanShaw4 The weather will absolutely be a factor for today's #Bills game. Gusts around 40-45 mph. #WNY #Weather Edited November 17, 2013 by 26CornerBlitz
BillsFan-4-Ever Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 these 2 teams do match up well statistically. the NYETS so far are 1-3 on the road. Lets keep that pattern going. The odds are low but they only way to get to the dance is for the Bills to think every game is an elimination of the playoffs.
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 Nice job on this, Dan. Sad but true re your 4th comment. I expect reed to have a career day.
The Senator Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 Will be leaving for the stadium shortly. The rain has stopped, but the wiinds are gusty - about 57 degrees right now, should be in the 60's at game time. My prognostication for this blustery afternoon... New York State's only NFL team pounds the GangGreen all the way back to New Jersey... Buffalo Bills - 46 New Jersey Jets - 0 See you at The Ralph... GO BILLSSS!!!! 13 and 7 baby!!!!!
26CornerBlitz Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 @JeremyWGR Radar with timeline. Bring rain gear. #Bills https://vine.co/v/htD7V2aaYUW Let's Go Buffalo!
Beerball Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 A more moderate take on the weather here: http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/sbnation/SBNation_20131117_NFL_weather_forecast__Week_11__Severe_storms_possible_for_a_few_games.html Jets vs. Bills - Sunday, 1 P.M., CBS FORECAST: Cloudy, showers, some heavy at times, isolated thunderstorms possible. Winds: 15-25 G 27 mph Kickoff – 60 Half Time - 61 Second Half – 64
KD in CA Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 Great preview, thanks. 2. EJ. Can he throw the ball down the field? Will he ever keep a deep, side line pass in bounds? Hopefully the coaches will let him throw downfield somewhere other than the sideline. 4. Ed Reed. If Bills' history serves as a precursor, he'll play like the Ed Reed of old, have all the pundits claim he's back, only to suck the rest of the year and retire. I wish I could bet money on this it's so likely to happen.
26CornerBlitz Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 @mikerodak Bills inactives: WR Stevie Johnson, WR Robert Woods, QB Jeff Tuel, CB Justin Rogers, RB Ronnie Wingo, CB Brandon Smith, OL Antoine McClain
Kemp2Warlick Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 Buffalo Bills @buffalobills2m #Bills WR Marquise Goodwin (@FlashGoodwin) will start today. pic.twitter.com/8DZrDMs0pq Manish Mehta @MMehtaNYDN2m Ed Reed is not only active today for the Jets today... He's starting for Antonio Allen. #nyj
26CornerBlitz Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 @ByTimGraham Rex Ryan likes to do this: Former Bills WR David Nelson will be a captain today against the Bills.
filthymcnasty08 Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 12th man - we love ya! Please WILL this team to a much needed win today baby!
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 @ByTimGraham Rex Ryan likes to do this: Former Bills WR David Nelson will be a captain today against the Bills. Frankly, this scares me a bit.
MDH Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 EJ needs to run today. The Jets get aggressive with their rush and man up on the WRs. He'll have plenty of space to run if he chooses to do so. Do it enough times and it will start to slow that pass rush down.
Dorkington Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 This is the most pessimistic I've been going into a game this season. Hopefully our defense shows up, Marrone/Hackett pull their heads out of their asses, and EJ settles down.
Heitz Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 Interesting one: "@JoeBuscaglia #Bills OC Nathaniel Hackett is calling plays from field level for the first time this season." Stoked - the game is on TV up here in VT!
Wayne Cubed Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 Interesting one: "@JoeBuscaglia #Bills OC Nathaniel Hackett is calling plays from field level for the first time this season." Stoked - the game is on TV up here in VT! I like it.
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