Do you have a problem with fans standing the entire game?

[Amarillo Bills Fan]

When I get tickets, I get the front row of the section we're sitting in.  Problem solved.

[mrags]

2 minutes ago, BUFFALOBART said:

I don't sit in the Clubs. - Sec. 134

Lol. 50 yard line. Same thing 

[Tommy Shelby]

I stand for the entire game, just can't help it. I get excited and start high-fiving people in my section. Better than the lumps that sat in front me Monday and clapped like they were at a PTA meeting. 

[BillsfaninSB]

Don’t like it.  Went with my Dad last year who has had several hip replacement surgeries.  Was not comfortable for him.

 

I took breaks and sat down once in awhile.  Was watching the game on the big screen wondering at times, why am I here.

 

With MLB, NHL and NBA, spectators get to sit down.  Why is that?

[mushypeaches]

I'm more than happy to stand the entire game if that's what everyone else in the section is doing.  

 

To me, that means I'm sitting in an area with people who are really into the game like I am, instead of a bunch of twenty-somethings on their phones or old farts who don't even cheer or get excited when we score.

 

That's part of the whole experience that I thoroughly enjoy.  I don't need to be drunk, or even half-lit.  But I want to be around people who are actively living and dying with every play, who want to get fired up and enjoy it the same way that I do.

 

I recognize that there are others who don't have the same opinions, and for them, I hope they find seats that suit their style

 

We didn't sit the entire playoff game against NE, nor did anyone else in our section.  It was a blast, and I wouldn't have it any other way

[mrags]

2 minutes ago, Tommy Shelby said:

I stand for the entire game, just can't help it. I get excited and start high-fiving people in my section. Better than the lumps that sat in front me Monday and clapped like they were at a PTA meeting. 

Yeah there is nothing worse than that when you want to have fun. Monday night was like a giant party. I can’t imagine having some duds in the area ruining it for everyone telling them to quiet down or sit down 

[mrags]

4 minutes ago, BillsfaninSB said:

Don’t like it.  Went with my Dad last year who has had several hip replacement surgeries.  Was not comfortable for him.

 

I took breaks and sat down once in awhile.  Was watching the game on the big screen wondering at times, why am I here.

 

With MLB, NHL and NBA, spectators get to sit down.  Why is that?

Because those sports suck and don’t generate even half the amount of excitement that football does. 

[MPL]

They don't call it "in the stands" for nothing. 

[Draconator]

Those who don't like standing for the game would love seeing a San Jose Sharks game. The ushers come right down to you if your are leaning forward in your seat. You have to have your back on the rear seat rest. If you don't, repeat offender, or refuse, you are escorted out. I was told to lean back. Asked why, usher gets on the walkie talkie, two more ushers come down, and tell me if I didn't sit back right now, I would be asked to leave. 

[Solomon Grundy]

Yes, that's one of the reasons why I stopped going to games unless I got suite seats. Access to the bathrooms was the main reason as I got older😎

[TailgateChef]

10 minutes ago, BUFFALOBART said:

I don't sit in the Clubs. - Sec. 134

Xanadu!  I've been trying to get there from 132 for 5 years.

I don't think fans in any section stand the entire game.  TV breaks, 2-minute warnings, official reviews....everyone sits during these.  On 3rd down defensively, or when Josh launches a deep pass, everyone stands.

[dwight in philly]

Yes. Why? im old, you got up back in the day..  on a big play .. now its just people being selfish.. go for it.just answering the question.. 

[The Firebaugh Kid]

I've been attending games there for 30 years, the unspoken "rules" that most adopt seem to be:

 

Defense: 1st possession you stand and go apeshit, after that it's mostly just 3rd downs

Offense: big plays, red zone only

 

And obviously when celebrating.

 

The 12th man absolutely impacts the game, a task I very much enjoy, while trying not to be a dick about it.

 

 

[mrags]

8 minutes ago, mushypeaches said:

I'm more than happy to stand the entire game if that's what everyone else in the section is doing.  

 

To me, that means I'm sitting in an area with people who are really into the game like I am, instead of a bunch of twenty-somethings on their phones or old farts who don't even cheer or get excited when we score.

 

That's part of the whole experience that I thoroughly enjoy.  I don't need to be drunk, or even half-lit.  But I want to be around people who are actively living and dying with every play, who want to get fired up and enjoy it the same way that I do.

 

I recognize that there are others who don't have the same opinions, and for them, I hope they find seats that suit their style

 

We didn't sit the entire playoff game against NE, nor did anyone else in our section.  It was a blast, and I wouldn't have it any other way

 

5 minutes ago, BUFFALOBART said:

See my original comment.

Most season tickets holders are likely not as young, or even as healthy, as you, but WTF do you care?

I’ll say this, there are seats for everyone at Ralph Wilson Stadium (I refuse calling it anything else). If you want to be able to sit and relax and enjoy your seats, the sidelines and clubs are for you. 
 

If you want to be Standing and going crazy all game, then the corners, end zones, and upper decks have your name all over them. 
 

it’s a pretty good understanding. Most people that have the experience understand all of this. Beginners to seats will often get it wrong. 
 

I personally go to games and love going for the atmosphere. While I’d prefer to get a better view while sitting at times, and a much better vantage point being on the sidelines, I believe you give up some of that atmosphere and I will usually want to stay in the end zones. 

[eee1776]

Most folks stand for defense and sit for offence at the games I have attended at new era. In Charlotte everyone sits. I think its rude to block the folks behind you . But if they are standing behind you then its okay.

[mrags]

5 minutes ago, BUFFALOBART said:

Funny thing. There is no difference in the 'fun level', when you are sitting in your seat.

BTW, Everyone stands, for big plays...

There absolutely is a difference and no. They don’t. 
 

at least not in the end zones be clubs. World of difference 

[LabattBlue]

Worst fan at a game…guy who stands up while everyone else is seated, turns his back to the play, and waves his arms up and down in an attempt to get everyone else to stand.  Must have eyes in the back of his head. IDIOT. 

[Scott7975]

I get why people stand but its part of the reason I dont go to games anymore.  I cant stand more than maybe 15 minutes before I start having severe pain.

[Bills Fan in MD]

I have no issue standing the whole game, but it has to be everyone or no one.  If the people in front of me are standing, but the people behind me are not, that's a problem and the people who are standing need to sit down.

[mushypeaches]

1 minute ago, BUFFALOBART said:

The only difference, is the casual inconsideration of those individuals, behind you.

 

I think it's about time you get off your soapbox there fella.  You've made your point about half a dozen times in this thread now, including a snotty response to my direct post.  Many of us are saying the same exact thing, and you don't seem to be grasping the concept:

 

There are sections of the stadium for everyone's personal preferences. 

If you want to stand the whole game, there are places where you can do that, and with next to no one who is going to be upset if you do so

If you want to stand for big moments only, there are places where you can do that, and most others will be happy to join you

If you want to sit the whole game, there are also places to do that.  You are probably pretty willing to pay the $$ to do so as well

 

As another poster also said, most experienced fans know what they're getting into when they purchase their tickets.

 

But don't rain on other people's parade if they want to enjoy the experience in a different way than you do