Dan Posted December 15, 2013 Posted December 15, 2013 Week 15: Buffalo Bills at Jacksonville Jaguars Sunday, December 15, 2013 at 1:00pm TV Network: CBS (TV Map) Announcers: Andrew Catalon and Rich Gannon DirecTV: 710 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: 136 ================================================================= Game Preview: Jacksonville (4-9) has won three straight for the first time since 2010 and four of five after an 0-8 start. Though the Jaguars will attempt to win four in a row for the first time since Sept. 16-Oct. 14, 2007, first-year coach Gus Bradley wants his team to continue its progression while maintaining some perspective amid the franchise's sixth consecutive season without a winning record. Buffalo (4-9) was held to a season-low 67 rushing yards while falling to 1-5 on the road with a 27-6 loss at Tampa Bay last Sunday. The Bills held a closed-door meeting following their fifth loss in six games. This is Buffalo's ninth straight losing season. One more defeat will give the team a fifth year in a row of reaching at least 10 defeats and sixth consecutive last-place finish in the AFC East. Read more at ESPN game preview... --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Scouting Report: Week 15 (from Buffalo Bills.com Chris Brown) NFL.com Video Preview Film Room: Bills Preview NFL.com Game Center Team Stats: Bills Jaguars Total Yds/Game.... 327.8 285.2 Total Rush............. 133.6 76.6 Total Pass............. 194.2 208.6 Points/Game.......... 21.0 15.5 Time of Poss.......... 27.9 27.7 ---------------------------------------------- Yds/Gm Allowed... 345.8 383.0 Rush Yards........... 124.8 126.8 Pass Yards........... 220.9 256.2 Points Allowed........ 25.7 28.6 Source: NFL.com Injury Report: Buffalo Bills NAME POSITION INJURY WED. THU. FRI. GAME STATUS Alonso, Kiko LB Knee LP LP LP Questionable Meeks, Jonathan S Ankle FP FP FP Probable Smith, Brandon DB Ankle LP DNP DNP Out Urbik, Kraig OL Foot DNP DNP LP Questionable Williams, Kyle DL Achilles DNP FP FP Probable Source: BuffaloBills.com Jacksonville Jaguars NAME POSITION INJURY WED. THU. FRI. GAME STATUS Cyprien, Johnathan S Thigh LP DNP DNP Doubtful Evans, Josh FS Shoulder LP LP LP Probable Hayes, Geno LB Knee LP DNP LP Probable Jones-Drew, Maurice RB Hamstring DNP DNP DNP Doubtful Miller, Roy DT Shoulder DNP DNP LP Probable Nwaneri, Uche G Shoulder - LP FP Probable Pasztor, Austin G Shoulder LP LP LP Probable Prosinski, Chris S Concussion LP LP FP Probable Scobee, Josh K Left hip DNP LP FP Probable Shorts III, Cecil WR Groin DNP DNP LP Questionable Todman, Jordan RB Shoulder LP FP FP Probable Source: Jaguars.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 -2 Over/Under: 43.0 Source: The Linemakers Up to date lines... if you're in Vegas. My Take on the Matchup: Yep. What can you say about two bad teams playing late, in yet another bad season of football? More appropriately, I think, is who cares? The Bills have once again given us a season that ends with meaningless games in which winning or losing really doesn't matter. Seeing as how I'm a glutton for punishment, I'll be watching. And I'll be watching just to see if this team has a pulse. 1. Can EJ actually look like an NFL QB? I don't want a mediocre game that's managed well. I want him to play like a guy that belongs, like someone that can operate an NFL offense. If they really did dumb down the "run, run, pass" offense for him, then I think we have little hope of ever seeing this. 2. Can the defense stop a pitiful offense? Or will they make Chad Henne look like the Pro Bowl player only he knows he is? 3. Coach Marrone and Hacket seem to have lost the team and are probably wondering why things aren't all fun and fuzzy anymore. Can they actually get the team fired up to play? Can they show any ability at all to lead this team? Or will they and the team continue their continual regression into irrelevancy? Go Bills!
Nanker Posted December 15, 2013 Posted December 15, 2013 Thanks Dan. Nice job. I still miss Lori, but nice job. Thanks!
JPS Posted December 15, 2013 Posted December 15, 2013 I'd rather see EJ light it up in a win even if it costs us draft position.
fansince88 Posted December 15, 2013 Posted December 15, 2013 I'd rather see EJ light it up in a win even if it costs us draft position. As a DIE HARD BILLS FAN...I agree whole heartedly
BLZFAN4LIFE Posted December 15, 2013 Posted December 15, 2013 (edited) After the last two performances it's obvious that the team doesn't care. Why should we? Edited December 15, 2013 by BLZFAN4LIFE
Rivermont Mike Posted December 15, 2013 Posted December 15, 2013 After the last two performances it's obvious that the team doesn't care. Why should we? I don't know. But I'll still get the WGR feed online and listen to the Bills while I watch another game. Stupid and pointless, but cannot help it.
BLZFAN4LIFE Posted December 15, 2013 Posted December 15, 2013 I don't know. But I'll still get the WGR feed online and listen to the Bills while I watch another game. Stupid and pointless, but cannot help it. We need a "like" button on this site similar to facebook.
Rob's House Posted December 15, 2013 Posted December 15, 2013 I don't have any logical explanation, just a gut feeling the Bills show up big today. Even if it does little more than foster a continuation of false hope, the team could sure use an infusion of excitement and optimism and beating the tar out of another 4-9 team .... well, it would feel good anyway.
section122 Posted December 15, 2013 Posted December 15, 2013 I don't have any logical explanation, just a gut feeling the Bills show up big today. Even if it does little more than foster a continuation of false hope, the team could sure use an infusion of excitement and optimism and beating the tar out of another 4-9 team .... well, it would feel good anyway. When the Bills were looking at 3 pretty easy games this was the one that made me nervous. Teams historically struggle when playing 3 straight road games in the 3rd game. With how poorly they showed in the 2 previous games my expectations are very low. I usually am in the boat of losing for draft position but this year I don't want that. I'd like to see many of things mentioned above. 1. Can Marrone keep the team together? 2. Can EJ play good on the road? 3. Will Hackett please call some screens and dump offs to spiller? 4. Can the defense get the timely stop? 3rd down and run defense have still been a weakness...
Rivermont Mike Posted December 15, 2013 Posted December 15, 2013 When the Bills were looking at 3 pretty easy games this was the one that made me nervous. Teams historically struggle when playing 3 straight road games in the 3rd game. With how poorly they showed in the 2 previous games my expectations are very low. I usually am in the boat of losing for draft position but this year I don't want that. I'd like to see many of things mentioned above. 1. Can Marrone keep the team together? 2. Can EJ play good on the road? 3. Will Hackett please call some screens and dump offs to spiller? 4. Can the defense get the timely stop? 3rd down and run defense have still been a weakness... I'd be happy with a few sacks and NONE of those heart-breaking plays (rushing or passing) where we just get gashed. Oh, and about a 30 yard sideline completion from EJ to Goodwin, please.
YoloinOhio Posted December 15, 2013 Posted December 15, 2013 I'd be happy with a few sacks and NONE of those heart-breaking plays (rushing or passing) where we just get gashed. Oh, and about a 30 yard sideline completion from EJ to Goodwin, please. Yep, would be great to see that happen again. The issue isn't MG- he has caught 3 long TDs from 3 diff QBs. Go Bills!
nucci Posted December 15, 2013 Posted December 15, 2013 After the last two performances it's obvious that the team doesn't care. Why should we? Then why are you still here? I think they care but just not really good.
KRT88 Posted December 15, 2013 Posted December 15, 2013 When the Bills were looking at 3 pretty easy games this was the one that made me nervous. Teams historically struggle when playing 3 straight road games in the 3rd game. With how poorly they showed in the 2 previous games my expectations are very low. I usually am in the boat of losing for draft position but this year I don't want that. I'd like to see many of things mentioned above. 1. Can Marrone keep the team together? 2. Can EJ play good on the road? 3. Will Hackett please call some screens and dump offs to spiller? 4. Can the defense get the timely stop? 3rd down and run defense have still been a weakness... WE think the same way. I don't really care about the draft at this stage, I want to see this team win on the road and grow.
BuffaloBill Posted December 15, 2013 Posted December 15, 2013 If EJ doesn't want to see some real QB competition in camp he needs to show a step forward in this game.
jaybee Posted December 15, 2013 Posted December 15, 2013 I'd rather see EJ light it up in a win even if it costs us draft position. Agree. This team needs to learn how to win. Hate like hell to use the cliche "winning culture" but we need that in our staff / team. GO BILLS. I'll be hootin and hollerin like any other Sunday. LOL !
BLZFAN4LIFE Posted December 15, 2013 Posted December 15, 2013 Then why are you still here? I think they care but just not really good. I must have missed the rule that states this site is for unbridled optimists only.
KRT88 Posted December 15, 2013 Posted December 15, 2013 This team needs to gain confidence heading into the off season. I'd like to see three wins, but two and play the evil empire very well would be OK as well. The coaching staff need experience as well and EJ needs to see many snaps as you can get him.
YoloinOhio Posted December 15, 2013 Posted December 15, 2013 We need a "like" button on this site similar to facebook. I've thought this many times! I'd rather see EJ light it up in a win even if it costs us draft position. Absolutely
BLZFAN4LIFE Posted December 15, 2013 Posted December 15, 2013 I've thought this many times! Absolutely I don't know if they can do it, but it would really help. There are so many times that I agree with a post but don't feel like responding. A like button would be an easy way of giving positive feedback to a poster.
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