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What is going to be interesting to see is what decisions will made personnel wise regarding the offensive tackle position.
If the Chiefs decide to go with Albert and Gaither as the tackles, that would be A LOT better.
On the other hand, if the Chiefs decide to go with Albert and Richardson as the tackles, then I don't think that will bode well going into week 1.
My gut feeling says Merriman vs. Richardson is going to be a mismatch. Thus, advantage Bills.
From what I've heard browsing Bills message boards is that Merriman seems to be impressive given his limited playing time in the pre-season and is looking back to old form. They are going to need a healthy Merriman. The Bills haven't had a player that has had over 6.5 sacks the last 4 seasons. They lack a passrush. With that being said, Merriman will be the key to their defense. Imo, the coaching staff is giving him limited playing time and preserving him to be healthy for the season opener.
Don't be surprised if you see a lot of double teaming on Merriman come week 1 IF Richardson starts. Moeaki is going to have to come in and help Richardson out. That is not a good sign when your TE has to be an extra blocker it going to take away a good option in the passing game.
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