Lions vs Bills: Who wins the SB first?

[Mikie2times]

I think the Lions are an intriguing comparison (post Dan Campbell) because they're actually a comparable team as far as playoff droughts (still active), long standing history, our ties to playing in Detroit of late, never having won a Super Bowl. More than that depending on how far down you want to take it, Ralph, etc.... 

 

The Lions seem to have took a much different path than Buffalo in how they're built. They did not focus on needing to land a QB in the draft. They run a very aggressive system often going for it multiple times per game. They built around developing a run game. In fact I would say the entire make up is hard nosed. You have this sea of former NFL coaches that are very eccentric. Seems more like a work hard play hard group (watch the TD celebrations or hard knocks). Clearly the way the Bills have done it so far has been the superior. No debating that. Looking at the next few years I would say we are now seeing them catch up and possibly pass us. It made me think, as of right now, knowing all you know, would you say they're more likely to win a Super Bowl before we are?

 

I think I would have laughed at that notion a couple years ago. But it seems like the consideration is certainly possible now. Being from that area the thought is depressing. 

 

Have the Lions caught us?  

 

 

 

[Marcus Aurelius]

Hmmm ...

"Lions vs Bills: Who wins the SB first?"

 

I think the LORD will return before either team wins the Super Bowl.  Just sayin' 

[DeltaDigital]

throw the chargers and falcons in there for good measure. 

[LeGOATski]

Because they beat the Chiefs in week 1?

[Mikie2times]

10 minutes ago, LeGOATski said:

Because they beat the Chiefs in week 1?

I mean, they they're 9-2 the last 11 with the Turkey game which they outplayed us in being one of those games. Currently +1600 vs Buffalo at +1000. It's not like you get extra credit for having been to the playoffs. 

[Goin Breakdown]

Honestly and it's not because or recency bias, but I'd say the Lions. Right now they have momentum from last season to now. The Bills haven't looked all that great since last years KC game. Everything looks like a struggle. Imagine if it didn't.   

[KingBoots8]

Just now, Goin Breakdown said:

Honestly and it's not because or recency bias, but I'd say the Lions. Right now they have momentum from last season to now. The Bills haven't looked all that great since last years KC game. Everything looks like a struggle. Imagine if it didn't.   

I mean, we went 8-3 in regular season games not counting the cancelled Bengals game. 1-1 in the playoffs. Not always pretty, but let’s not condemn them just yet

[Believer]

Toss up.

[JohnNord]

28 minutes ago, Mikie2times said:

I think the Lions are an intriguing comparison (post Dan Campbell) because they're actually a comparable team as far as playoff droughts (still active), long standing history, our ties to playing in Detroit of late, never having won a Super Bowl. More than that depending on how far down you want to take it, Ralph, etc.... 

 

The Lions seem to have took a much different path than Buffalo in how they're built. They did not focus on needing to land a QB in the draft. They run a very aggressive system often going for it multiple times per game. They built around developing a run game. In fact I would say the entire make up is hard nosed. You have this sea of former NFL coaches that are very eccentric. Seems more like a work hard play hard group (watch the TD celebrations or hard knocks). Clearly the way the Bills have done it so far has been the superior. No debating that. Looking at the next few years I would say we are now seeing them catch up and possibly pass us. It made me think, as of right now, knowing all you know, would you say they're more likely to win a Super Bowl before we are?

 

I think I would have laughed at that notion a couple years ago. But it seems like the consideration is certainly possible now. Being from that area the thought is depressing. 

 

Have the Lions caught us?  

 

 

 

This take is peak Week 1 overreaction 

[MPL]

Dan Campbell and Jared Goff are in year 3 together. 

Sean McDermott and Josh Allen are in year 6 together. 

History suggests that the Lions have a shot in the next 3 seasons (including this one). History suggests the Bills have no shot unless either McDermott or Allen goes. 

 

This history is represented here: https://fivethirtyeight.com/features/why-coaches-and-qbs-should-divorce-after-five-years-of-not-winning and I've also verified it myself and included the seasons after this article was posted. 

Anyway, not saying the Bills can't or won't do it before the Lions. But right now, Analytics would give the edge to Detroit. 

[Success]

As long as both teams win in my lifetime, I'm good.

 

I'd be happy for the Lions if they won.  That's a fanbase I can relate to.

 

[34-78-83]

Vikings V Bills should be the wager (both 0-4 in Super Bowls)

Edited September 13, 2023 by 34-78-83

[PatsFanNH]

1 hour ago, DeltaDigital said:

throw the chargers and falcons in there for good measure. 

28-3…. To soon for Falcon fans?? 😂 

[zow2]

Probably the Lions.   But not with their current QB, prob need an upgrade there

[Bubba Gump]

3 minutes ago, zow2 said:

Probably the Lions.   But not with their current QB, prob need an upgrade there

 

Think they'd do a 1 for 1, Allen for Hutchinson?

 

Sorry, I'm just trying to fit in.

Edited September 13, 2023 by Bubba Gump

[LeGOATski]

4 hours ago, Mikie2times said:

I mean, they they're 9-2 the last 11 with the Turkey game which they outplayed us in being one of those games. Currently +1600 vs Buffalo at +1000. It's not like you get extra credit for having been to the playoffs. 

We've seen this story play out a million times before. 

 

Come back to this thread at the end of the season

[Doc Brown]

Darryl Dawkins vs. Tim Settle:  Who wins the Boston Marathon first?

[BuffaloBillyG]

8 hours ago, PatsFanNH said:

28-3…. To soon for Falcon fans?? 😂 

Matty Ice thinks it's too soon still🤣🤣

[RobbRiddick]

Lions won't win the superbowl so long as you have your kneecaps. 

 

 

 

[Boatdrinks]

If we’re talking about the next decade or so , I’d say the Lions. They play in the NFC, and the first requirement to winning a Super Bowl is playing in it. That’s going to be easier to do in the NFC. Realistically , I’d guess neither one will.