How confident are you about the Bills going into the playoffs?

[Nextmanup]

1 minute ago, atlbillsfan1975 said:

I agree with them giving it their best shot. It felt like at times they slept walked through games and I bit them in the butt a few times. I don’t see that happening in the playoffs.

A good example is Jacksonville.  You can't tell me the team approached that game like a playoff game!  

 

If they had, we wouldn't have lost.

 

There were ups and downs through the year, but that's all over now (or soon).

 

It's all 110% foot to the floor come playoff time, and that's why it's so magical! 

 

 

[Generic_Bills_Fan]

5 minutes ago, Nextmanup said:

A good example is Jacksonville.  You can't tell me the team approached that game like a playoff game!  

 

If they had, we wouldn't have lost.

 

There were ups and downs through the year, but that's all over now (or soon).

 

It's all 110% foot to the floor come playoff time, and that's why it's so magical! 

 

 

I think josh was pressing for the big play that game because he didn’t trust we could put a long drive together with the bad blocking/consistent penalties we were taking.     I don’t think we’ll see a game like that from him again…he might have had a worse passer rating this week technically but he was real bad in that Jacksonville game.  Gotta trust those guys up front 

Edited January 5, 2022 by Generic_Bills_Fan

[thenorthremembers]

Gotta be honest, there has been something disjointed about this team all year.  It goes beyond the odd losses to the Steelers, and Jaguars and has something to do with the passing game.  I think Josh has had a fine season, but the team's inability to strike fast bothers me a lot.  

 

When is the last time you can remember the Bills being able to hit a go route?   It seems Josh has a lot of trouble being accurate on the long ball.   The Bills longest passing play of the year ranks 31st in the league, that puts Josh behind guys like Teddy B, Sam Darnold, Joe Flacco and Tua.   Additionally, his current Y/A is 6.9, good for 20th in the league, think Carson Wentz, and Ryan Tannehill.  The guy is a baller, and I love that he is our QB but with the inability to hit a real game turning play and an uptick in interceptions, I am incredibly worried about the playoffs, especially if they have to play from behind.  What is the point of being able to throw it 80 yards in the air if you cant hit a WR in stride?

 

Josh Allen is not alone here.  The Bills WR group also worries me.  They simply arent an explosive group.   Right now they are 20th in the league in yards after catch.   Maybe its Josh holding the ball too long, and not allowing the wideouts to catch the ball in stride, but whatever the case the Bills offensive weapons just dont turn short passes into long gains.

 

The Bills seem like a team destined to make it into the second round but not much beyond.

 

Edited January 5, 2022 by thenorthremembers

[kkim0904]

Not confident that we will go far into playoff.  For whole season, it was like roller-coaster ride and we are inconsistent, relies too much JA.

[Aussie Joe]

If anyone really cares I would say I'm optimistic rather than confident...

 

They played fantastic against the Patriots two weeks ago... I would like to see this level of play every week in the playoffs, and that is probably what is required to win the championship...but to think they could maintain this level of play for 4 games in a row seems unlikely from what they have shown so far this season

[mikemac2001]

2 hours ago, oldmanfan said:

I am guarded.  The offense can roll over teams, especially given that Motir has picked up the pace.  But the defense still allows too many second half drives to let the opposition get close.  When we go up the D should stomp on the other team’s neck, but too often they walk right down the field.

Last 6 games 2nd half TDS 

NO - 1 
NE - 0 (weather)

TB - 1 (OT)

CAR - 1 (late 4th)

NE - 2 

ATL - 0 

 

so In the last 6 games we gave up 5 2nd half TDs

 

its a bend but not break D that’s how it’s designed no big plays 

[Rubes]

I'm optimistic, but the main thing that gives me heartburn is that, no matter how well the defense is playing, they have a bad habit of giving up a huge play at the worst times. You can never feel confident with this defense—overall they'll play well, but huge plays can turn games in a hurry.

 

[hondo in seattle]

I was once married to a generous, beautiful, and gracious Colombian woman with Borderline Personality Disorder.  Sometimes she was amazing.  Other times, it was as if she was an entirely different, and not very likeable, person.   I never knew which one I was going to wake up next to.  

That's how I feel about the Jekyll-and-Hyde Bills.  They beat KC in KC and the Pats in Foxboro - but lost to the woeful Jags.  This team can beat anybody but can also lose to anybody.

 

I'm just hoping for the beautiful Jekyll Bills go on a roll and that we don't see the monstrous Mr. Hyde Bills in the playoffs.  

[The Firebaugh Kid]

It's gonna take beating Tennessee with Henry (likely) and KC to get there. 

We basically already did that.

Therefore, I predict Josh Allen's first SB is in 2022. 

A win over Tampa Bay. Go Bills

[harryS]

we are probably better than a typical 4 seed because (a) we have a QB that can get hot and carry a team deep into the playoffs and (b) our point differential has been good, but beyond that, there are definitely going to be 3-4 other teams I'm more confident in going deeper than the Bills.

 

still, that's a way better situation than most.

[hondo in seattle]

8 minutes ago, harryS said:

we are probably better than a typical 4 seed because (a) we have a QB that can get hot and carry a team deep into the playoffs and (b) our point differential has been good, but beyond that, there are definitely going to be 3-4 other teams I'm more confident in going deeper than the Bills.

 

still, that's a way better situation than most.

 

So grateful to have hope this time of year rather than wondering how long the draught will last.  

 

I don't ever want to take achieving a playoff berth for granted.  

[SageAgainstTheMachine]

23 minutes ago, hondo in seattle said:

I was once married to a generous, beautiful, and gracious Colombian woman with Borderline Personality Disorder.  Sometimes she was amazing.  Other times, it was as if she was an entirely different, and not very likeable, person.   I never knew which one I was going to wake up next to.  

That's how I feel about the Jekyll-and-Hyde Bills.  They beat KC in KC and the Pats in Foxboro - but lost to the woeful Jags.  This team can beat anybody but can also lose to anybody.

 

I'm just hoping for the beautiful Jekyll Bills go on a roll and that we don't see the monstrous Mr. Hyde Bills in the playoffs.  

 

Fair enough, but which AFC team has played a clean season without a weird upset loss or two?  Someone from this conference is making the SB and they all have head scratchers this year.

[Milano]

This team can beat anyone. McDermott will have them focused.

Play the Colts first. We owe them. Send a message to the rest of the AFC. It goes through us.

Go Bills!

[newcam2012]

2 hours ago, balln said:

back to the thread.... not confident. the one thing they have proven is to be really bad in the red zone (i know they rank 15th or something but they should/have to be top 3 with the QB and defense they have) , play calling is head scratching, D is not championship caliber against the run, and they are turning over the ball and committing a lot of penalties 

I hear what you are saying. The have vastly improved their offense since the second half of the Tampa game. They are letting Josh cook with his legs, improved run scheme leading to better running, more RPOs and motion, added McKenzie back to the offense, and most importantly a much better Oline which is giving Allen more time and opening holes in the run game. I'm not overly concerned with the turnovers. I don't really think it's a huge issue. 

 

Defensively is more of a concern. Run stop vs a top notch runner with a good QB will be a challenge. The pass rush is slightly improved but still inconsistent and not sure how reliable it is. The pass defense is decent but not the same without lock down Tre. He will be greatly missed in the playoffs. 

 

I can see the Bill's losing in the first round or making a super bowl appearance for the AFC. The conference seems pretty wide open. What is encouraging is the Bill's have an elite QB who can lead and carry this team very far. Lastly, this isn't uncharted territory for the Bill's. The moment shouldn't be overwhelming. 

 

Go Bills!

[Marv's Neighbor]

All depends on which BILLS team shows up!

[major]

1 hour ago, Aussie Joe said:

If anyone really cares I would say I'm optimistic rather than confident...

 

They played fantastic against the Patriots two weeks ago... I would like to see this level of play every week in the playoffs, and that is probably what is required to win the championship...but to think they could maintain this level of play for 4 games in a row seems unlikely from what they have shown so far this season

[Scott7975]

I had to think about this question for a while because I wasn't really sure.  If I am to be honest then I will say that I was more confident last year.  The way I feel this year is if the Bills bring their A game that there is no stopping them.  If they don't then they could lose to anyone in the playoffs.  Im not really sure how that translates into confidence.

 

I'll be excited but nervous on WC weekend I suspect. That really wasn't the case last season.  I wasn't nervous for any game.

[balln]

2 hours ago, thenorthremembers said:

Gotta be honest, there has been something disjointed about this team all year.  It goes beyond the odd losses to the Steelers, and Jaguars and has something to do with the passing game.  I think Josh has had a fine season, but the team's inability to strike fast bothers me a lot.  

 

When is the last time you can remember the Bills being able to hit a go route?   It seems Josh has a lot of trouble being accurate on the long ball.   The Bills longest passing play of the year ranks 31st in the league, that puts Josh behind guys like Teddy B, Sam Darnold, Joe Flacco and Tua.   Additionally, his current Y/A is 6.9, good for 20th in the league, think Carson Wentz, and Ryan Tannehill.  The guy is a baller, and I love that he is our QB but with the inability to hit a real game turning play and an uptick in interceptions, I am incredibly worried about the playoffs, especially if they have to play from behind.  What is the point of being able to throw it 80 yards in the air if you cant hit a WR in stride?

 

Josh Allen is not alone here.  The Bills WR group also worries me.  They simply arent an explosive group.   Right now they are 20th in the league in yards after catch.   Maybe its Josh holding the ball too long, and not allowing the wideouts to catch the ball in stride, but whatever the case the Bills offensive weapons just dont turn short passes into long gains.

 

The Bills seem like a team destined to make it into the second round but not much beyond.

 

this. theres no big play/ take it to the house guy on O. 

[SinceThe70s]

11 minutes ago, Scott7975 said:

I had to think about this question for a while because I wasn't really sure.  If I am to be honest then I will say that I was more confident last year.  The way I feel this year is if the Bills bring their A game that there is no stopping them.  If they don't then they could lose to anyone in the playoffs.  Im not really sure how that translates into confidence.

 

I'll be excited but nervous on WC weekend I suspect. That really wasn't the case last season.  I wasn't nervous for any game.

 

I'll add to the bolded that I expected to be more confident this year after the deep run last year and the KC win this year. I expected more after the KC win, but it's felt like the Bills took a step backwards since. 

 

Overall I have no doubt this team is capable of a deep run and winning it all. But I also think that any fan that is confident their team will win it all is either an idiot or had the good fortune of being a fan of Brady's Patriots, Alabama football or Torre's Yankees.

[JoshAllin]

If the bills play like they played vs the #1 defense in NE where they had no punts and no turnovers and they play like this for the entire playoffs then they could win it all