Let's Talk About the Bills, 2023 Divisional Round Edition

[Bearcat]

Discuss.

[penguinz]

Originally Posted by mr. tegu

Allen had zero turnovers. He’s definitely making up for that in this game.

That was only his 4th game this season without throwing an INT.

[O.city]

We had a couple stupid turnovers.

Pat threw a pick that wasn't really his fault but got tipped up and caught by a DL, then Rice fumbled

[BleedingRed]

Other forum talking shit

https://www.twobillsdrive.com/commun...-round/page/7/

[philfree]

So they actually changed the rules because of the 13 seconds game because we went down and scored a TD in overtime and poor Josh didn't get to touch the ball? So now if you get the ball first in OT and score a TD the other team gets a chance? This is for the playoffs only?

[BleedingRed]

'm almost convinced that site is a put on. It is so over-the-top toxic, and arrogant - some of those comments don't even seem like real fans. It is easily the worst fan site I have visited.



I've seen other KC sites that are much more normal, and the fans seem cool and realistic overall. I don't know what it is w/ that main site. It's always jaw-dropping when I go there. Cartoonish.

Lmao those guys in Upstate NY are a nuch of pussies

[pugsnotdrugs19]

Originally Posted by ForeverIowan

Pugs - What is your take on the game how does this play out?

Not all that dissimilar to a lot of what I've read here so far - which is pleasant to see because in a lot of other places, folks either oversimplify or overcomplicate the analysis. I missed that.

I look at it this way: I see a Chiefs offense that has settled in on an identity dating back to Cincy game. They've accepted their strengths and weaknesses fully and are adapting their approach as such. The defense has been tremendous all year long. The team is healthy, relative to other teams still playing, especially Buffalo.

Maybe more significant than all that, this Chiefs team is having fun again. The confidence is showing through. Is that them "flipping the switch"? Maybe somewhat, but a lot has to do with them intentionally having the right mindset and playing loose.

On the other hand, Buffalo can say whatever they want today and all week long -- they ain't loose. Not when that ball gets tee'd up. The pressure of 60 years worth of failure, 13 seconds, all of it, rests squarely on the minds of those coaches and players. No rings or accomplishments to rest back on with confidence. That shit just matters to me in a big spot like this. Doesn't help matters that McDermott is apparently a bit of a tight-bound nut under pressure naturally.

On the field level, if the Chiefs play an equally clean game, they win. Pacheco and his physical presence will matter in a cold game like this. The back end of the Buffalo defense is vulnerable and can be had all night long if you protect Patrick. To me, if the Chiefs lose, it'll be because the offensive tackles totally suck ass or we fumble the football a couple times. All possible, but not what I expect.

Defensively, I'm not sure what Buffalo can get on us with any consistency besides running the football. If KC lets Cook rip off 6+ per carry, it's problematic. But in the drop back passing game, Sneed will do plenty to negate Diggs. McDuffie will do his part. I think they rely totally on Allen's ability to extend plays -- just like the matchup a month ago. Nothing will come easy to him IMHO and it'll be interesting to see how he handles that in Orchard Park where if they fall down 0-10, you will be able to hear a pen drop.

That's what I expect. A lot of tight buttholes early and throughout. We Chiefs fans get it. Being at home isn't necessarily a good thing when all the pressure is on you. It's still incredible to me that we overcame the negative energy circulating Arrowhead when down 0-24 vs. Houston.

[DRM08]

Originally Posted by philfree

So they actually changed the rules because of the 13 seconds game because we went down and scored a TD in overtime and poor Josh didn't get to touch the ball? So now if you get the ball first in OT and score a TD the other team gets a chance? This is for the playoffs only?

Yes. Buffalo’s hypocritical owner voted against changing the rule back in 2019 when KC was on the short end of the coin toss against the Patriots. Kind of strange that Buffalo was totally cool with the old rule at the time considering their division rival in New England benefited from the rule.

[O.city]

Our DL is gonna win or lose this for us. If we can get pressure, we'll shut down the offense.

[smithandrew051]

Originally Posted by BleedingRed

Other forum talking shit

https://www.twobillsdrive.com/commun...-round/page/7/

Other boards are so damn boring.

I did enjoy one guy saying the Bills should “use the playbook from the Raiders on Christmas”.

Just need Maxx Crosby against Wanya Morris and it’s a piece of cake!

[BleedingRed]

Originally Posted by O.city

Our DL is gonna win or lose this for us. If we can get pressure, we'll shut down the offense.

I think we need to ****ing run blitz all night, we want them to force Josh Allen to throw the ball.

Once we get them in passing sets blitz 1 extra, and pray for INT

[Straight, No Chaser]

Originally Posted by BleedingRed

Other forum talking shit

https://www.twobillsdrive.com/commun...-round/page/7/

LoL !! They aren't wrong:


5 hours ago, \GoBillsInDallas/ said:
https://www.chiefsplanet.com/BB/showthread.php?t=351825



What a collection of mouth breathers over there. Every post is one version or another of they suck and we are great. Quite insightful repartee.

[JimNasium]

Originally Posted by Straight, No Chaser

LoL !! They aren't wrong:


5 hours ago, \GoBillsInDallas/ said:
https://www.chiefsplanet.com/BB/showthread.php?t=351825



What a collection of mouth breathers over there. Every post is one version or another of they suck and we are great. Quite insightful repartee.

We might suck, but Bills fans swallow.

[Hammock Parties]

buffalo fans are crying about hochuli

bills are 1-3 with him

[lcarus]

Originally Posted by philfree

So they actually changed the rules because of the 13 seconds game because we went down and scored a TD in overtime and poor Josh didn't get to touch the ball? So now if you get the ball first in OT and score a TD the other team gets a chance? This is for the playoffs only?

It shall be hilarious if the Bills get the ball first in OT, score a TD, and the Chiefs win with a TD and 2 point conversion.

[ForeverIowan]

Originally Posted by pugsnotdrugs19

Not all that dissimilar to a lot of what I've read here so far - which is pleasant to see because in a lot of other places, folks either oversimplify or overcomplicate the analysis. I missed that.

I look at it this way: I see a Chiefs offense that has settled in on an identity dating back to Cincy game. They've accepted their strengths and weaknesses fully and are adapting their approach as such. The defense has been tremendous all year long. The team is healthy, relative to other teams still playing, especially Buffalo.

Maybe more significant than all that, this Chiefs team is having fun again. The confidence is showing through. Is that them "flipping the switch"? Maybe somewhat, but a lot has to do with them intentionally having the right mindset and playing loose.

On the other hand, Buffalo can say whatever they want today and all week long -- they ain't loose. Not when that ball gets tee'd up. The pressure of 60 years worth of failure, 13 seconds, all of it, rests squarely on the minds of those coaches and players. No rings or accomplishments to rest back on with confidence. That shit just matters to me in a big spot like this. Doesn't help matters that McDermott is apparently a bit of a tight-bound nut under pressure naturally.

On the field level, if the Chiefs play an equally clean game, they win. Pacheco and his physical presence will matter in a cold game like this. The back end of the Buffalo defense is vulnerable and can be had all night long if you protect Patrick. To me, if the Chiefs lose, it'll be because the offensive tackles totally suck ass or we fumble the football a couple times. All possible, but not what I expect.

Defensively, I'm not sure what Buffalo can get on us with any consistency besides running the football. If KC lets Cook rip off 6+ per carry, it's problematic. But in the drop back passing game, Sneed will do plenty to negate Diggs. McDuffie will do his part. I think they rely totally on Allen's ability to extend plays -- just like the matchup a month ago. Nothing will come easy to him IMHO and it'll be interesting to see how he handles that in Orchard Park where if they fall down 0-10, you will be able to hear a pen drop.

That's what I expect. A lot of tight buttholes early and throughout. We Chiefs fans get it. Being at home isn't necessarily a good thing when all the pressure is on you. It's still incredible to me that we overcame the negative energy circulating Arrowhead when down 0-24 vs. Houston.

Agree with everything you said. Spot on. A major key to the game are the injuries in the back 7 for the Bills. Like you said, the Chiefs have accepted their identity this year, and Mahomes especially, is preaching the importance of protecting the ball and playing through their defense. With those injuries in the back 7 for the Bills it is going to be extremely hard for them to get off the field on 3rd and short. That is demoralizing for an amped up fanbase and defense. Especially when you have an elite quarterback on the sideline. Tom Brady tore our hearts out over and over again on 3rd down in 2018. Ball control, smart, risk adverse play calling. Control the clock and Josh Allen will feel more and more pressure with each possesion.