BuffaninSarasota Posted January 2 Posted January 2 4 minutes ago, wjag said: Playing after dark in MIami in early January also mitigates one of the great home field advantages Miami has. Both sidelines will be the same temperature. the daytime temperature in January in Miami is not a factor. It is a “great home field advantage” much earlier in the season. This is the second erroneous post I’ve seen on this topic. 1 Quote
strive_for_five_guy Posted January 2 Posted January 2 21 minutes ago, zow2 said: I’d have to think a good 15,000 Bills fans at minimum. who knows how many more? So many transplants live in SoFla and many more down for the winter months. This game will have a weird vibe with all the red, white and blue in the crowd. And also, because Miami knows they will be playing the following weekend. Whereas McD and the Bills understands this is likely the end if they lose (they’ll know going in). It’s one thing to say Buffalo has been in “playoff games” for that past month. But really, they knew another game was upcoming. The desperation of knowing it’s over i think will show through, against a team ready to play a guaranteed game next weekend. I hope you’re right, man. I’m gonna be there with a few buddies, we will definitely be going crazy! 2 Quote
Warriorspikes51 Posted January 2 Posted January 2 1 minute ago, BuffaninSarasota said: the daytime temperature in January in Miami is not a factor. It is a “great home field advantage” much earlier in the season. This is the second erroneous post I’ve seen on this topic. If it’s 75 degrees there for an afternoon game, the away sideline could be 90. For a team that has played most of it’s games in 35-60 degrees this season….. I’m glad it’s at night 2 2 Quote
Shortchaz Posted January 2 Posted January 2 34 minutes ago, Malazan said: Dolphin fans have a forum thread begging fans not to sell their tickets and trying to coordinate sales to other dolphin fans. With the traffic on that board they should be able to influence…. Maybe 2 people 2 Quote
wjag Posted January 2 Posted January 2 (edited) 27 minutes ago, BuffaninSarasota said: the daytime temperature in January in Miami is not a factor. It is a “great home field advantage” much earlier in the season. This is the second erroneous post I’ve seen on this topic. Don't disagree with the early season tempertures version the late season temperatures, ie 95 vs 75. But... I believe one team sweating in direct sunlight even at 75 degrees, while wearing dark uniforms to soak up extra heat is still an advantage for the home team. And we all know the field temperatures are always more than the ambient. Add to that the humidity for teams not used to practicing in it still gives Miami an advantage, even at night. So the night game at least takes the direct sunlight off the Bills and their dark uniforms. Edited January 2 by wjag Quote
BuffaninSarasota Posted January 2 Posted January 2 4 minutes ago, wjag said: Don't disagree with the early season tempertures version the late season temperatures, ie 95 vs 75. But... I believe one team sweating in direct sunlight even at 75 degrees, while wearing dark uniforms to soak up extra heat is still an advantage for the home team. And we all know the field temperatures are always more than the ambient. Add to that the humidity for teams not used to practicing in it still gives Miami and advantage, even at night. So the night game at least takes the direct sunlight off the Bills and their dark uniforms. It is (relatively) cool and dry here now in south Florida. Humidity this time of year is non-existent. High of 71 today. Absolutely perfect. 1 1 Quote
atlbillsfan1975 Posted January 2 Posted January 2 (edited) 29 minutes ago, BuffaninSarasota said: the daytime temperature in January in Miami is not a factor. It is a “great home field advantage” much earlier in the season. This is the second erroneous post I’ve seen on this topic. Eh, it’s a difference for sure. In direct sunlight and 75 is different than 75 and shade. Edited January 2 by atlbillsfan1975 Quote
RiotAct Posted January 2 Posted January 2 11 minutes ago, wjag said: Don't disagree with the early season tempertures version the late season temperatures, ie 95 vs 75. But... I believe one team sweating in direct sunlight even at 75 degrees, while wearing dark uniforms to soak up extra heat is still an advantage for the home team. And we all know the field temperatures are always more than the ambient. Add to that the humidity for teams not used to practicing in it still gives Miami an advantage, even at night. So the night game at least takes the direct sunlight off the Bills and their dark uniforms. I hear red is better at reflecting sunlight than blue… we should wear our Color Rush jerseys Quote
Scott7975 Posted January 2 Posted January 2 (edited) 1 hour ago, Mark Vader said: Isabella has not been given an opportunity to show what he can do. Harty has. I think we can do better than Harty, and Isabella could fill that role. It's one of those things you don't really want to play with at this point of the season. One bad fumble back there can be the difference between a win and advancement and sitting on the couch. Harty, even though he has been a poor returner, has had solid punt catching ability despite his fumble against the Chargers. Even though he has been poor at returning, his YPR is still close to avg at 9.1. Edited January 2 by Scott7975 1 Quote
KellyToTasker Posted January 2 Posted January 2 30 minutes ago, BuffaninSarasota said: the daytime temperature in January in Miami is not a factor. It is a “great home field advantage” much earlier in the season. This is the second erroneous post I’ve seen on this topic. Good thing you’re here to clean it up. 😂 Quote
CincyBillsFan Posted January 2 Posted January 2 30 minutes ago, BuffaninSarasota said: the daytime temperature in January in Miami is not a factor. It is a “great home field advantage” much earlier in the season. This is the second erroneous post I’ve seen on this topic. It also depends on what you're used to. If you're coming from a cold climate and you've acclimated to temps in the 30's, 75 in he sun can seem pretty damn hot. Sure it's not at bad as September but it could wear players down. The key as other posters have pointed out is getting the game out of the sun. Quote
BuffaninSarasota Posted January 2 Posted January 2 Just now, atlbillsfan1975 said: Eh, it’s a difference for sure. In direct sunlight and 75 is different than 75 and shade. If you don’t know that, I have to question if you live in Sarasota. i’m not disputing direct vs indirect sunlight can be a factor even at 75. However, it’s not a huge competitive advantage in January as it is in September. That’s the only point I was trying to make. And I do live in Sarasota, used to live in ATL for many years, thanks though. 2 minutes ago, CincyBillsFan said: It also depends on what you're used to. If you're coming from a cold climate and you've acclimated to temps in the 30's, 75 in he sun can seem pretty damn hot. Sure it's not at bad as September but it could wear players down. The key as other posters have pointed out is getting the game out of the sun. agreed 1 Quote
FilthyBeast Posted January 2 Posted January 2 Very concerned about this matchup, even more so than the Patriots since it's a road game and the Dolphins are going to be motivated to not only bounce back from an embarrassing outing in Baltimore, but end the Bills season if that's on the table pending the results of the earlier games on Sat/Sun. If the same team we've seen against the Chargers and Patriots shows up Miami will win and likely win big. 1 1 Quote
LeGOATski Posted January 2 Posted January 2 Gonna be a perfect night for a Bills win. Miami is trash. Quote
Warriorspikes51 Posted January 2 Posted January 2 3 minutes ago, FilthyBeast said: Very concerned about this matchup, even more so than the Patriots since it's a road game and the Dolphins are going to be motivated to not only bounce back from an embarrassing outing in Baltimore, but end the Bills season if that's on the table pending the results of the earlier games on Sat/Sun. If the same team we've seen against the Chargers and Patriots shows up Miami will win and likely win big. fortunately, the Bills seem to relish playing against quality teams. Miami is also really hurting across the roster. Even players like Ramsey and Hill are playing injured Quote
LeGOATski Posted January 2 Posted January 2 Even if Miami wants to "get up" for this game, they can't. They have mounting injuries and have shown they can't finish a season strong, anyway. Even if they were fully healthy. Miami is weak and Josh is their daddy. ***** the Fish. 1 Quote
Warriorspikes51 Posted January 2 Posted January 2 I would really appreciate the Ravens giving us 24 hours of stress free life. Just in case… 7 1 Quote
FilthyBeast Posted January 2 Posted January 2 1 minute ago, Warriorspikes51 said: fortunately, the Bills seem to relish playing against quality teams. Miami is also really hurting across the roster. Even players like Ramsey and Hill are playing injured Hope so, but we all know nothing is ever easy with this team and if they let Miami get confidence and momentum early (i.e. take a 10+ point lead) then I think the Bills lose. But if this team is truly the contender they fancy themselves they will come out and dash Miami's hopes early and force Tua and that offense to play from behind like the first meeting. Quote
Niagara Dude Posted January 2 Posted January 2 5 minutes ago, FilthyBeast said: Very concerned about this matchup, even more so than the Patriots since it's a road game and the Dolphins are going to be motivated to not only bounce back from an embarrassing outing in Baltimore, but end the Bills season if that's on the table pending the results of the earlier games on Sat/Sun. If the same team we've seen against the Chargers and Patriots shows up Miami will win and likely win big. I agree the whole key to this game is Davis/Kincaid/Diggs along with Allen need to get the passing game going earlier. We cannot wait until we fall behind because the Dolphins are not the Chargers or Pats This is a game we will see if McDermott can get his team up for the moment I think I would bring up Isabella for this game and drop either Harty or Sherfield who are just wasted roster spots Quote
BuffaninSarasota Posted January 2 Posted January 2 The Bills’ entire focus at practice this week should be to come out with urgency and execution when they start the game with the ball at Miami. They cannot afford to come out flat against a weakened opponent. 1 Quote
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