Could the Bills open the season at NE, Thursday night?

[Ed]

With the Pats winning the SB I believe that they are automatically the host of the Thursday night opener for next season. That means the Bills are one of eight potential opponents for that game. I pray that they don't get picked and normally I would say that there's no chance, but with the Bills coming off their first winning season in a while and Rex taking over, I think there's actually a decent chance they could get picked. Here are their other seven home opponents:

Jacksonville - No chance.

Tennessee - No chance.

Washington - Bad team and they have been a mess for a couple years. Big market team that always gets multiple prime time games regardless, but I just don't see the NFL thinking this is a good choice.

NY Jets - Another bad team that looks to be rebuilding with a new rookie coach. A big market team and a division rival, but that rivalry doesn't look the same right now without Rex being there.

Miami - Another division rival that always seems to play NE tough, but to me they're just a fairly mediocre team that lacks a lot of intrigue or excitement.

Philly - Another team that missed the playoffs, but Philly is always an interesting team with an intriguing HC. Bigger market from the NFC East, so they should definitely be in contention.

Pittsburgh - The Steelers are the only playoff team from this whole group, so I think that automatically makes them the most likely candidate. Storied franchise with a strong national fan base.

So overall I would say the Steelers have the best chance with Philly getting decent consideration. But after those two I could see the Bills being a more intriguing match up than any of the other teams.

What's your guess of who they pick and do the Bills have a chance? Would you want them to be picked? I would hate it, personally.

[Skooby]

Re: Could the Bills open the season at NE, Thursday night?

We have a shot at the game, who really knows.

[Generalissimus Gibby]

Re: Could the Bills open the season at NE, Thursday night?

With the Pats winning the SB I believe that they are automatically the host of the Thursday night opener for next season. That means the Bills are one of eight potential opponents for that game. I pray that they don't get picked and normally I would say that there's no chance, but with the Bills coming off their first winning season in a while and Rex taking over, I think there's actually a decent chance they could get picked. Here are their other seven home opponents:

Jacksonville - No chance.

Tennessee - No chance.

Washington - Bad team and they have been a mess for a couple years. Big market team that always gets multiple prime time games regardless, but I just don't see the NFL thinking this is a good choice.

NY Jets - Another bad team that looks to be rebuilding with a new rookie coach. A big market team and a division rival, but that rivalry doesn't look the same right now without Rex being there.

Miami - Another division rival that always seems to play NE tough, but to me they're just a fairly mediocre team that lacks a lot of intrigue or excitement.

Philly - Another team that missed the playoffs, but Philly is always an interesting team with an intriguing HC. Bigger market from the NFC East, so they should definitely be in contention.

Pittsburgh - The Steelers are the only playoff team from this whole group, so I think that automatically makes them the most likely candidate. Storied franchise with a strong national fan base.

So overall I would say the Steelers have the best chance with Philly getting decent consideration. But after those two I could see the Bills being a more intriguing match up than any of the other teams.

What's your guess of who they pick and do the Bills have a chance? Would you want them to be picked? I would hate it, personally.

If we had a good off season and upgraded in a few places I would love to upset them on the night they were presented a Lombardi Trophy. It would be great end the career of Tom Brady and Gronkowski and beat them on what is essentially the NFL's version of homecoming.

[chris66]

Re: Could the Bills open the season at NE, Thursday night?

That would be cool, but I think its going to be the Steelers opening up.

[Generalissimus Gibby]

Re: Could the Bills open the season at NE, Thursday night?

That would be cool, but I think its going to be the Steelers opening up.

Good, they have the talent to beat your cheating hides too.

[chris66]

Re: Could the Bills open the season at NE, Thursday night?

Good, they have the talent to beat your cheating hides too.

Pats are a bad match up for the Steelers. Pats usually kick there butt pretty convincingly.

[Generalissimus Gibby]

Re: Could the Bills open the season at NE, Thursday night?

Pats are a bad match up for the Steelers. Pats usually kick there butt pretty convincingly.

Their, but that's okay. I understand that Pats fans are normally ignorant assclowns anyways so all is forgiven.

[Dr. Lecter]

Re: Could the Bills open the season at NE, Thursday night?

I would guess the Steelers are pretty obvious. They are the best team on that list and the idea of Big Ben against Brady on primetime? And the Steelers large followin across the country?

They would deliver the best ratings and most intrigue. I would be shocked if it isn't Pittsburgh

[djjimkelly]

Re: Could the Bills open the season at NE, Thursday night?

i dont want the bills opening or ending with the patriots

[trapezeus]

Re: Could the Bills open the season at NE, Thursday night?

they would definitely let the pats open against a weak opponent. you have to to keep them alive. get the fair weather fans out pretending to be football fans again. if they lose early, it's the same old, same old...fan interest wanes, and the cheating has to be fired up all over again.

[Meathead]

Re: Could the Bills open the season at NE, Thursday night?

cant wait for the pregame demonstration where bill rubs two pounds out of a ball

[Dr. Lecter]

Re: Could the Bills open the season at NE, Thursday night?

I thought rubbing 2 pounds out was your speciality

[better days]

Re: Could the Bills open the season at NE, Thursday night?

they would definitely let the pats open against a weak opponent. you have to to keep them alive. get the fair weather fans out pretending to be football fans again. if they lose early, it's the same old, same old...fan interest wanes, and the cheating has to be fired up all over again.

So, the Jets then.

[stuckincincy]

Re: Could the Bills open the season at NE, Thursday night?

With the Pats winning the SB I believe that they are automatically the host of the Thursday night opener for next season. That means the Bills are one of eight potential opponents for that game. I pray that they don't get picked and normally I would say that there's no chance, but with the Bills coming off their first winning season in a while and Rex taking over, I think there's actually a decent chance they could get picked.


What's your guess of who they pick and do the Bills have a chance?

Pretty good chance. As you mention, BUF's winning season. The league talked up BUF and their defense last season. The resurgent Bills, etc. New ownership, Ralph's death, the Kelly story. Plenty of things to hype.

[Guest]

Re: Could the Bills open the season at NE, Thursday night?

I hope it is the Bills.

We win that game and it sets the tone for the whole season.