rob311370
09-02-2012, 06:19 AM
This is my first post and I am going to apologize in advanced for I will most likely skip around and probably miss my point altogether. I am currently in the US Military and far from home. I no longer live in the Buffalo area due to my serivce obligation, but I keep it near and dear to my heart. I always said that I would not post comments on these boards but after seeing some others I could not take it anymore. I am rather young and have not lived through the "Pre Kelly Era" but I have endured alot of the losing as everyone else in the past decade. Well enough of an introduction and more to my point.
For years now I have read postings on here and serveral other sites and have been dumbfounded at times and impressed at other times. I find it hard to believe that many people with such negative outlooks and comments towards the Bills even watch or listen to the games. From someone who will have the ability to look at stat lines as the way to follow the season, be thankful you have the chance to do so. The more time passes and I am away I lean heavily on the Bills updates to keep in good spirits. I love watching the Bills for the simple fact of the game. I am a Buffalo native as I said earlier and no matter who is the quarterback, head coach, GM, etc, I have hope that the team will win. I just can't seem to grasp why so many people are so negative. I am not saying everything should be candy coated and creme filled but people, it could be worse. Look at the browns, enough said... :).
This year is no different. I see posts about "cut Brad Smith" or "We are doomed." Why? Why are we doomed? Why cut Brad Smith. I read the posts and can't understand some of the comments. My 10 year old daughter understands football better than some of the individuals who post they absurd comments. Brad Smith sucks, how so? Stating a one liner about your outlook on one player is fine and dandy, but please elaborate. Brad Smith is an insurance policy. He gives the ability to slide into different offensive positions and have the defense preparing for several looks. He also is rather productive contrary to some peoples thoughts. He converted almost everyone of his short yardage wild-cat runs last year. I believe he had two that he did not convert. How is that alone not productive? Because he doesn't constantly break out 60-70 yard runs that just isnt enough? No different than everyone saying how bad Fitzpatrick is. Is he irratic at times, of course. What would have been our record last year without him? Who would we have went after in free agency to take his job? Who could we have drafted that would have been a lock to take his job? He is the best person to run GAILEYs system and be productive.
I have read posts saying draft this guy and that guy and oh woe is me I wanted they to draft this QB. Well I hate to be the one to break the bad news but, many of the individuals that are upset about draft picks don't full grasp some of the concepts. First off, you can't just be Captain Hindsight and say "Oh we should have drafted Russell Wilson" or "Why didn't we draft this guy." Players are drafted based YOUR need, YOUR draft position and YOUR scheme.
Well enough ranting and raving about stupid posts from me. Had to get it off my chest though. Finally I will give my analysis of the season. 10-6. That is a realisitic record based off our scheduling and our team. We have a QB that has the ability to make quick reads, gets the ball to his receivers and makes plays with his feet. Our RB situation is definitely a strong spot, needs no explanation. Our Offensive Line is very capable of keeping Fitz on his feet and opeing running lanes. I don't know if I would say it is a great OL but it is very capable in doing its job. Our WR corps I believe is underrated. No one besides Stevie is going to put up bigs numbers, Stevie is Fitz's outlet, his comfort. We finally have a legitimate deep threat and that alone will help out the underneath throws.
Our Defense is getting tons of "hype" with not playing a single snap. It is good and bad I think. The defensive line will be vastly improved with the FA signing and having Kyle Williams back. Our LB corps is average. I think the one suprise will be Sheppard. I really believe he will have an outstanding season. He, much like other players, has had to switch out of his comfort zone. Give him time and he will prosper. The DL will help hide mistakes at the LB and DB level. The DB's are improved as well. The safeties are solid. Not outstanding, but SOLID. Our CB couldn't be worse than last year. As I stated earlier, the DL will hide mistakes made and allow them to gel and learn from mistakes without it being a 65 yard touchdown pass.
All in all none of this is anything new. I can honestly tell my wife that I did it. I posted! Pretty sre she will be proud of m. I am probably as exicted as I have been with any season. It comes so slow then is over so fast. Prediction for Opening Day: New York Jets-13, Buffalo 27. Heard it here first. I wish everyone the best and GO BILLS!
For years now I have read postings on here and serveral other sites and have been dumbfounded at times and impressed at other times. I find it hard to believe that many people with such negative outlooks and comments towards the Bills even watch or listen to the games. From someone who will have the ability to look at stat lines as the way to follow the season, be thankful you have the chance to do so. The more time passes and I am away I lean heavily on the Bills updates to keep in good spirits. I love watching the Bills for the simple fact of the game. I am a Buffalo native as I said earlier and no matter who is the quarterback, head coach, GM, etc, I have hope that the team will win. I just can't seem to grasp why so many people are so negative. I am not saying everything should be candy coated and creme filled but people, it could be worse. Look at the browns, enough said... :).
This year is no different. I see posts about "cut Brad Smith" or "We are doomed." Why? Why are we doomed? Why cut Brad Smith. I read the posts and can't understand some of the comments. My 10 year old daughter understands football better than some of the individuals who post they absurd comments. Brad Smith sucks, how so? Stating a one liner about your outlook on one player is fine and dandy, but please elaborate. Brad Smith is an insurance policy. He gives the ability to slide into different offensive positions and have the defense preparing for several looks. He also is rather productive contrary to some peoples thoughts. He converted almost everyone of his short yardage wild-cat runs last year. I believe he had two that he did not convert. How is that alone not productive? Because he doesn't constantly break out 60-70 yard runs that just isnt enough? No different than everyone saying how bad Fitzpatrick is. Is he irratic at times, of course. What would have been our record last year without him? Who would we have went after in free agency to take his job? Who could we have drafted that would have been a lock to take his job? He is the best person to run GAILEYs system and be productive.
I have read posts saying draft this guy and that guy and oh woe is me I wanted they to draft this QB. Well I hate to be the one to break the bad news but, many of the individuals that are upset about draft picks don't full grasp some of the concepts. First off, you can't just be Captain Hindsight and say "Oh we should have drafted Russell Wilson" or "Why didn't we draft this guy." Players are drafted based YOUR need, YOUR draft position and YOUR scheme.
Well enough ranting and raving about stupid posts from me. Had to get it off my chest though. Finally I will give my analysis of the season. 10-6. That is a realisitic record based off our scheduling and our team. We have a QB that has the ability to make quick reads, gets the ball to his receivers and makes plays with his feet. Our RB situation is definitely a strong spot, needs no explanation. Our Offensive Line is very capable of keeping Fitz on his feet and opeing running lanes. I don't know if I would say it is a great OL but it is very capable in doing its job. Our WR corps I believe is underrated. No one besides Stevie is going to put up bigs numbers, Stevie is Fitz's outlet, his comfort. We finally have a legitimate deep threat and that alone will help out the underneath throws.
Our Defense is getting tons of "hype" with not playing a single snap. It is good and bad I think. The defensive line will be vastly improved with the FA signing and having Kyle Williams back. Our LB corps is average. I think the one suprise will be Sheppard. I really believe he will have an outstanding season. He, much like other players, has had to switch out of his comfort zone. Give him time and he will prosper. The DL will help hide mistakes at the LB and DB level. The DB's are improved as well. The safeties are solid. Not outstanding, but SOLID. Our CB couldn't be worse than last year. As I stated earlier, the DL will hide mistakes made and allow them to gel and learn from mistakes without it being a 65 yard touchdown pass.
All in all none of this is anything new. I can honestly tell my wife that I did it. I posted! Pretty sre she will be proud of m. I am probably as exicted as I have been with any season. It comes so slow then is over so fast. Prediction for Opening Day: New York Jets-13, Buffalo 27. Heard it here first. I wish everyone the best and GO BILLS!