Den-Buf: The first half of the Den-Buf game was perplexing. Felt like Buffalo was dominating the game but only had 10 points. I get that the Denver touchdown was a breakdown of coverage and the D played great after that. And an aboration. Still seeing it was only 10-7 had me wondering. The Bills real offense showed up in the second half. The offense were bailed out by the great touchdown catch by RB Ty Johnson on 4 and 1. I still don't think they should have gone for that. But really, I can't complain. Any time the Bills rush more than they throw it is a good day. Allen was very efficient and patient. I love seeing that. They also handled the strength of the Broncos, their pass rush, much by just rushing the ball 44 times and really good O-line play.
Next week is the big test, right? Can they beat Baltimore? They'll play a veteran stud quarterback in Lamar Jackson. He can make life miserable in so many ways. And now Baltimore have Derrick Henry. What a beast. It should be a great game, but it'll take a great game by the Bills' defense. It's that time of the year where the defense will have to show who they really are. And the Ravens aren't the Broncos. Can the defense be good enough to allow the Buffalo offense to run the ball like they want? The Bills don't want to play from behind big deficits.
And what a matchup. The two top MVP candidates going head-to-head. Sure, I'd rather see an easier opponent, but this has been one of the knocks against Buffalo - not getting past top teams in the post season. It should be a great game. It worries me but Buffalo has shown they are good enough to beat anyone.
The big take-away from this game for me was the fact that no key Bills suffered any injury. They need to be healthy going into that game with Baltimore.To be the best you gotta beat the best, BD. Can't wait!
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