Saxum Posted October 29, 2019 Posted October 29, 2019 Bills know they must fix run defense after being ravaged by Eagles https://www.espn.com/blog/buffalo-bills/post/_/id/33801/bills-know-they-must-fix-run-defense-after-being-ravaged-by-eagles Quote The Buffalo Bills' interior defensive line was, metaphorically, a closed door against the run in its first six games of the season, allowing 3.43 yards per carry against runs toward the left or right guards or up the middle. That average went up with Buffalo's 31-13 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday. The Eagles sent running backs Jordan Howard and Miles Sanders into the heart of Buffalo's defensive line 11 times in the first half for 36 yards, but it took them only two plays in the second half to bust that proverbial door wide open. After a 2-yard run from Howard to start the half, Sanders burst up the middle for a 65-yard touchdown that took a considerable amount of life out of the home crowd at New Era Field. From there, the Eagles attacked the interior 19 more times for 102 yards, including 16 interior rushes for 79 yards in the fourth quarter. Home crowd? From what I heard on TV there was more noise when Bills were on offense than on defense. 1
Nextmanup Posted October 29, 2019 Posted October 29, 2019 We could use a younger Ted Washington right about now. 5 1
H2o Posted October 29, 2019 Posted October 29, 2019 1 minute ago, Nextmanup said: We could use a younger Ted Washington right about now. Or Fat Pat 5 1
ClemsonBills Posted October 29, 2019 Posted October 29, 2019 I think we need to stop rotating DL and play your best guys and spell them when they need it. 2 1
BillnutinHouston Posted October 29, 2019 Posted October 29, 2019 Love the title of that article. Pulitzer prize worthy. 1
sven233 Posted October 29, 2019 Posted October 29, 2019 (edited) He is not talked about a lot on here because many probably don't know who he is, but we have a guy named Vincent Taylor on the practice squad who is a dominant run stuffer. He came over from Miami a while back and has some games under his belt and is a supreme run defender. May not have a complete game yet, but right now, we need a plugger in the middle. Phillips is greatly missed in this defense and Peko and Star just can't get the job done. Not saying this guy is the answer, but I'd love to see him get a shot. The last DT we got from Miami is sure working out well! Edited October 29, 2019 by sven233 2 1 1
atlbillsfan1975 Posted October 29, 2019 Posted October 29, 2019 I hope scheme can fix it . Harrison Philips injury has definitely been noticed. I have to believe Beane has looked over the PS of every other team. 5
Pine Barrens Mafia Posted October 29, 2019 Posted October 29, 2019 11 minutes ago, Limeaid said: Bills know they must fix run defense after being ravaged by Eagles https://www.espn.com/blog/buffalo-bills/post/_/id/33801/bills-know-they-must-fix-run-defense-after-being-ravaged-by-eagles Home crowd? From what I heard on TV there was more noise when Bills were on offense than on defense. You heard incorrectly. 5 3
Nextmanup Posted October 29, 2019 Posted October 29, 2019 14 minutes ago, sven233 said: He is not talked about a lot on here because many probably don't know who he is, but we have a guy named Vincent Taylor on the practice squad who is a dominant run stuffer. He came over from Miami a while back and has some games under his belt and is a supreme run defender. May not have a complete game yet, but right now, we need a plugger in the middle. Phillips is greatly missed in this defense and Peko and Star just can't get the job done. Not saying this guy is the answer, but I'd love to see him get a shot. The last DT we got from Miami is sure working out well! There is a thread going dedicated to the idea of Vincent Taylor joining the roster.
DCbillsfan Posted October 29, 2019 Posted October 29, 2019 34 minutes ago, Limeaid said: Bills know they must fix run defense after being ravaged by Eagles https://www.espn.com/blog/buffalo-bills/post/_/id/33801/bills-know-they-must-fix-run-defense-after-being-ravaged-by-eagles Home crowd? From what I heard on TV there was more noise when Bills were on offense than on defense. I was at the game. There were a lot of Eagles fans there. More than any other opponents fans at home games so far this year imo
BillsVet Posted October 29, 2019 Posted October 29, 2019 Can't believe someone hasn't quoted Dave Wannstedt and just said they need to "fit it up." So much investment in the defense over the course of 3 off-seasons and the run defense still needs help. Goodness. 4
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted October 29, 2019 Posted October 29, 2019 DO YOUR JOB 31 minutes ago, Joe in Winslow said: You heard incorrectly. he must have meant with 2 minutes left in the 4th QTR ?
NewEra Posted October 29, 2019 Posted October 29, 2019 I really hope we aren’t keeping Peko because of his story. I could see McD doing that. 3
Fan in Chicago Posted October 29, 2019 Posted October 29, 2019 (edited) 8 minutes ago, BillsVet said: Can't believe someone hasn't quoted Dave Wannstedt and just said they need to "fit it up." So much investment in the defense over the course of 3 off-seasons and the run defense still needs help. Goodness. For a change I agree with you. Quite frustrating (the run D, not the fact that I agree with you) Edited October 29, 2019 by Fan in Chicago
BillsVet Posted October 29, 2019 Posted October 29, 2019 6 minutes ago, Fan in Chicago said: For a change I agree with you. Quite frustrating (the run D, not the fact that I agree with you) You can't avoid coming around to the dark side.
Call_Of_Ktulu Posted October 30, 2019 Posted October 30, 2019 I hate losing to the Eagles, my friend that I bowl with is a Eagles fan and he is a obnoxious pain in the ass when it comes to the Eagles. Now I have to listen to his ass for 18 more weeks. 1
Fan in Chicago Posted October 30, 2019 Posted October 30, 2019 11 minutes ago, BillsVet said: You can't avoid coming around to the dark side. No matter how hard I try, you suck me back in. 1
Augie Posted October 30, 2019 Posted October 30, 2019 I know they need to write something, but this is NOT news to anyone who’s been watching! I hope they can patch it up for this season, get Harry back next year and add whatever we need. Run the ball, and stop the run. Old fashioned, I know..... 1
aristocrat Posted October 30, 2019 Posted October 30, 2019 At least they see the same things we do. Now put it to work. Do that and we win the next four games
LB3 Posted October 30, 2019 Posted October 30, 2019 1 hour ago, Joe in Winslow said: You heard incorrectly. Honestly I was disappointed at the fan ratio this game. The entire row behind me and in front of me were all Eagles fans. The lot was packed with Eagles fans as well. Obnoxious. I'd say this was the best opposition turnout I've seen at a game outside of Pittsburgh games.
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