Jets @ Bills Preview

[The King]

http://www.billszone.com/?p=1648

During the Chan Gailey era the Bills followed a blowout loss with another loss. There wasn’t a whole lot of rallying around each other or that let’s win one for the Gipper mentality. Will Marrone’s crew fair any differently? We’ll have to wait and see.

Quarterback:
http://www.billszone.com/wp-content/uploads/buf.png (http://www.billszone.com/wp-content/uploads/buf.png)The Geno vs. EJ debate will be back on center stage this week. And in this phase it’s probably not fair to EJ, coming back from his injury and without Woods and Stevie. Geno also has an extra week to prepare for a defense that forced him into 3 turnovers in the last meeting. But look at me making excuses. In loses this season Smith has 1TD/9INT’s, pressuring him is the difference in getting a win, he also hasn’t thrown a TD in 2 weeks. = Bills
EJ Manuel: 107/189 for 1,140 yards, 56%, 6TD/4INT, 76.2 QBR
Geno Smith: 158/272 for 1,997 yards, 58%, 8TD/13INT, 71.0 QBR

Running back:
http://www.billszone.com/wp-content/uploads/buf.png (http://www.billszone.com/wp-content/uploads/buf.png)The Jets bring with them the 9th ranked rushing attack led by Bilal Powell a guy who hasn’t rushed for more than 70 yards since gashing the Bills for 150 in week 3. Powell carried the ball 27x in that game averaging 5.5ypc. It was a horrific display for the Bills defense. The Bills struggled on the ground in the last meeting outside of Jackson’s 59 yards bounce-out they were held to about 2 yards per carry. Both teams are going to try and win this on the ground and I give the Bills the edge = Bills
Fred Jackson: 129/557 yards, 4.3ypc, 6TD
Bilal Powell: 109/414, 3.8ypc, 1TD

Wide Receivers/Tight ends:
http://www.billszone.com/wp-content/uploads/NYJ.png (http://www.billszone.com/wp-content/uploads/NYJ.png)The Bills are a mess at WR right now. But I am excited about the wrinkle Chris Gragg can bring. He’s very quick for a TE and could present match-up problems for LBers. The Bills will need to rely heavily on TE’s because TJ Graham and Flash Goodwin can not fill the shoes of Stevie and Woods. For the Jets getting Santonio Holmes back is a big deal, but let’s not forget his huge numbers (10/154 yards, 1TD) were against Justin Rogers, expect Gilmore to have a good bounce back game against the speedster. = Jets
Jeremy Kerley: 28/347 yards, 2TD
Stephen Hill: 23/340 yards, 1TD
Scott Chandler: 35/388 yards, 2TD
TJ Graham: 16/198, 0TD

Oline:
http://www.billszone.com/wp-content/uploads/NYJ.png (http://www.billszone.com/wp-content/uploads/NYJ.png)Bills and Jets both sit at 30th in the league with 31 sacks allowed. An interesting point though, the Jets have lost 40 more yards on sacks. The Bills Oline was outstanding against the Chiefs and dismal against the Steelers. Looking both teams and how they fared against the Saints I give the edge to the Jets. = Jets

Dline/LBers:
http://www.billszone.com/wp-content/uploads/buf.png (http://www.billszone.com/wp-content/uploads/buf.png)The 2013 Bills have been anything but consistent, but the front 7 has really shown to be the core of this team. Every week someone is making a play, Dareus, Williams and Williams have all gotten to the QB at least 5x, Jerry Hughes has stepped up making Lawsons injury be less of a factor, opposing teams are beginning to hate playing Buffalo. The Jets rush is also very credible they get most their pressure from “self proclaimed best defensive player” Mo Wilkerson. The Jets sacked EJ Manuel 8x in the first match-up, with Goodwin and Graham, EJ better have a hot read on every play. = Bills
Jerry Hughes: 33 Tackles, 6 sacks, 2FF
Kiko Alonso: 99 Tackles, 2 Sacks. 1FF
Muhammed Wilkerson: 31 Tackles, 8 Sacks, 2FF
Calvin Pace: 31 Tackles, 5 Sacks, 2FF

Defensive backs:
http://www.billszone.com/wp-content/uploads/buf.png (http://www.billszone.com/wp-content/uploads/buf.png)Circle Sunday on your calendar. The Bills secondary will bounce back and they’ll take advantage of a rookie QB and a weak receiving core. Holmes will certainly not like the physical style of Gilmores play and Jim Leonard will probably play the most snaps he’s seen since Byrds return. The Jets have 5 INT’s on the year and opponents avg QBR against them is a 90. Manuel was terribly erratic last week but as a whole he does a good job protecting the football. = Bills
Aaron Williams: 59 Tackles, 8PD, 3INT
Jim Leonard: 30 Tackles, 3PD, 3INT
Antonio Allen: 49 Tackles, 4PD, 1INT
Dawan Landry: 46 Tackles, 6PD, 1INT

Much to my surprise I really think the Bills have an opportunity in this matchup. Jets are rested and healthy for the most part, Bills are banged up going into week 11 without a bye, but on paper the Bills win a lot of the important match-ups. Marrone is fired up hopefully that spills over to the field with the players. It’s a big game, it’s at home and it’s going into a bye week. I keep reading that Rex called his brother Rob for some inside information, any chance Doug picked up the phone and called Sean? We can only hope.

[justasportsfan]

The Geno vs. EJ debate will be back on center stage this week. And in this phase it’s probably not fair to EJ, coming back from his injury and without Woods and Stevie. Geno also has an extra week to prepare for a defense that forced him into 3 turnovers in the last meeting. But look at me making excuses. In loses this season Smith has 1TD/9INT’s, pressuring him is the difference in getting a win, he also hasn’t thrown a TD in 2 weeks. = Bills

It's also not fair to Geno. Geno hasn't had the weapons EJ had to his disposal yet Geno beat the Pats.

Sure Geno has his ups and downs but at least he at least plays to win.

[stuckincincy]

Bills are far from banged up. They report 4, 3 questionable, 1 probable.

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/injuries

[The King]

Bills are far from banged up. They report 4, 3 questionable, 1 probable.

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/injuries

Jackson is still playing on a sprained knee, EJ is one game back, no Woods, No Johnson, Kyle is barely practicing, Gilmore still says the wrist isn't right. Lawson is still nursing a hammy. Even though it's not on an injury report, there is a ton of wear and tear playing 10 weeks without a bye.

[BertSquirtgum]

EJ sure does play like a pussy. It just seems to me that he is afraid of making mistakes. He can't be afraid of anything. He needs to make a decision and let it rip.

[The King]

EJ sure does play like a pussy. It just seems to me that he is afraid of making mistakes. He can't be afraid of anything. He needs to make a decision and let it rip.
I don't disagree with that. I just don't want this to be the week that he let's it rip.

[stuckincincy]

Jackson is still playing on a sprained knee, EJ is one game back, no Woods, No Johnson, Kyle is barely practicing, Gilmore still says the wrist isn't right. Lawson is still nursing a hammy. Even though it's not on an injury report, there is a ton of wear and tear playing 10 weeks without a bye.


Eh, I'll use the local slobs for contrast. They have lost starters Atkins, Hall, Lamur, Geathers, Mays on defense for the entire season. That's 5 of 11. Starter MLB Malauega will sit out his 3rd game. 2nd year, 2nd rounder DT Still who might have filled in for Atkins wil miss his 3rd game in a row. Mid-season desperation pick-up SS Crocker is ailing. On offense, RG Zeitler is out against CLE. Rookie rb Bernard is nursing ribs. TE Jermain Gresham was out against BAL .LT Whitworth has his chronic knee that made him miss all of the ps and a few games. I'd be surprised if he is a go against CLE. RB Green-Ellis has been playing with a busted thumb. And that's just one club.

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/1272618/devon-still

Other than losing a rookie qb that the Blls they decided to cast their lot for (?), and burps with Spiller, Gilmore, Legursky ,Johnson, and Byrd (all active), the Bills have been very lucky ducks compared to many other teams.

[better days]

Well, Rex has said Ed Reed will play in the game against the Bills for what that is worth.

[ZAZusmc03]

Hey stuckincincy, I've been working in Sharonville for about 2 months now, what do you recommend for a 26 yr old single bills fan to do this weekend. I'm half tempted to get tickets for the game this weekend.

And wear my Kiko jersey lol.

[JCBills]

I'm excited to see if Goodwin steps up with the top 2 WRs out.

[Skooby]

Goodwin might surprise this Sunday.

[JCBills]

Goodwin might surprise this Sunday.

From BuffaloBills.com:

Stat of the Week
<nobr>Marquise Goodwinhttp://www.buffalobills.com/assets/nflimg/icon-article-link.gif (http://www.buffalobills.com/team/roster/marquise-goodwin/56d0fa9a-296f-4c64-a3cd-5115720e35a2/)</nobr>, who missed the first meeting against the Jets, is averaging 23 yards per catch at home. He’s looking for his third straight home game with a touchdown reception.

Yeah, he only has 10 catches on the season, but he is an absolute burner. If EJ can connect deep on Sunday with Goodwin's increased role he could have a breakout performance.

[stuckincincy]

Hey stuckincincy, I've been working in Sharonville for about 2 months now, what do you recommend for a 26 yr old single bills fan to do this weekend. I'm half tempted to get tickets for the game this weekend.

And wear my Kiko jersey lol.

I've no idea what a 26 yr old does in Cinci for entertainment...I'm waaaay too old to know. If you're there for G.E., ask some folks at the plant. Do keep out of areas like Over the Rhine, Avondale, West End, Northside and others. High crime, and if you're not black you may as well paint a target on your back. Lotsa drug shootings, home invasions and so on. Sad but true.

If you went to the CLE@CIN game and wore an Alonso jersey, I suspect it would hardly be noticed here, except for some slight suspicion because the name ends in a vowel. To say this area is parochial is an understatement.

BTW, the weather during the game will be warm, but much rain, strong winds, lightening and thunder. Bon apetit.

Note: The roads in and around Cincinnati are a nightmare to negotiate. It's an old city built among the hills. I see you are from Allison Park. I lived in Pgh. for 11 years, and while western PA is no driving picnic, this town is far worse. Using a GPS on the urban roads here will get you twisted around big time, and take you into areas you don't want to be in. Trust me - a map with written directions is the way to go. The interstates in town are a real cluster ****.

And no, I don't work for the Chamber of Commerce. :drive: