PostGame Thread OFFICIAL POSTGAME THREAD: Patriots Fall 35-31 to the Bills

[sb1]

Tbh I was never really sold on this defense all season especially stopping the run.

We need help on that side of the ball this offseason in multiple positions. The good thing is I think we will find it.

 

[Froob]

gotta be kidding me. this wasn’t a penalty but the one on marcus jones and carlton davis were???

 

[Ring 6]

So did anyone else notice the Bills right guard #64 moving his arm forward before the ball was snapped several times? This seemed like a blatant false start but it was never called. Doesn't the offensive line need to be perfectly still right before the ball is snapped?

It’s the silent count trigger. They allow it.

 

[Ring 6]

gotta be kidding me. this wasn’t a penalty but the one on marcus jones and carlton davis were???

That is unbelievable

 

[obgod3]

Understandable.
I will take Allen over Nix in the playoffs.
It's really that simple for me.

If it is Nix against Allen I’d agree, but it isn’t. It’s Allen against the Broncos defense in Denver. Not trying to start an argument but we like to compare QB’s and they are not playing against each other is all Im saying.

 

[Betterthanmost]

That is unbelievable

I think the odds makers knew they had their guy to get the outcome desired. Something was not on the up in this game.

 

[DoubleDeluxe]

If it is Nix against Allen I’d agree, but it isn’t. It’s Allen against the Broncos defense in Denver. Not trying to start an argument but we like to compare QB’s and they are not playing against each other is all Im saying.

I know they don't play each other.
I think you can infer from statement that I trust Allen against Denver's D more than I trust Nix against Buffalo's.
Great QBs win playoff games more often than average ones, no matter who they play.

 

[ScottishPatriots]

Underdogs again next week, Pats 2.5 point dogs in Baltimore

 

[varjao]

Disappointing but all things considered , it was kind of a good timing for a loss. They will have to steer the ship now, got exposed in some points. They will learn from this one and there still a little bit of regular season left.

 

[NFL Mystique]

I think we also need to take into account the the team was on a 10 game winning streak playing against a desperate Buffalo team. It's a little much to ask from us for the Pats to run the table to 15-2. A let down was inevitable. A 13-4 or 12-5 finish would still be way ahead of schedule. I still want that division though. This loss may be similar to the Miami loss in 2004 trying to keep pace with Pittsburgh for the #1 seed. It ended up not mattering. Denver looks to run the table now.

Let's hope Williams, Campbell and Spillane are back soon.

I presume you aren't comparing the teams (2025 & 2004) Patriots. But...moreso the situation? Because the 2004 team would annihilate this team. Very badly.

 

[Ring 6]

I think the odds makers knew they had their guy to get the outcome desired. Something was not on the up in this game.

If you go that route then you have to believe all of our championships are tainted.

 

[NFL Mystique]

Disappointing but all things considered , it was kind of a good timing for a loss. They will have to steer the ship now, got exposed in some points. They will learn from this one and there still a little bit of regular season left.

I think the offense can be fixed.

The defense--they need bodies back immediately. It does not get any easier next week.

 

[aluminum seats]

Disappointing but all things considered , it was kind of a good timing for a loss. They will have to steer the ship now, got exposed in some points. They will learn from this one and there still a little bit of regular season left.

Yep. Also, the Pats and Maye are young, I don’t even really care about the bye. Let’s go out and play some playoff games. Love this team.

 

[bormio]

Disappointing but all things considered , it was kind of a good timing for a loss. They will have to steer the ship now, got exposed in some points. They will learn from this one and they’re still a little bit of regular season left.

Likely a very cheap lesson. Probably won’t cost us the division, and the way Denver is playing, probably not cost us the #1 seed. If that plays out, would not play Denver until the AFCCG - and Denver could lose before then.

 

[TheRainMaker]

I presume you aren't comparing the teams (2025 & 2004) Patriots. But...moreso the situation? Because the 2004 team would annihilate this team. Very badly.

I'm comparing the situation. We were upset when they lost to the lowly Dolphins on MNF up 28-17 very late in the game. It didn't matter as Pittsburgh kept winning and finished with a 15-1 record to the Pats 14-2. I don't think Denver will lose unless they sit guys because they locked up the #1 seed.

 

[Uptown]

Allen is a badass QB and made plays to win the game.

Best in the game. Our guy isn’t too far behind. Ecstatic to have him.

 

[NFL Mystique]

I'm comparing the situation. We were upset when they lost to the lowly Dolphins on MNF up 28-17 very late in the game. It didn't matter as Pittsburgh kept winning and finished with a 15-1 record to the Pats 14-2. I don't think Denver will lose unless they sit guys because they locked up the #1 seed.

Was that when Brady threw a pick while sitting down basically? Yeah in the end it didn't matter at all. Pittsburgh got the one seed. NE still beat them good in the postseason and ultimately won the SB.

 

[Joey007]

It's not a come from behind win, is it?

This might be the stupidest stat spin I’ve seen you make.

 

[A Defiant Goose]

Nonsense. The team was AWFUL in the second half.

Both can be true

 

[TheRainMaker]

Was that when Brady threw a pick while sitting down basically? Yeah in the end it didn't matter at all. Pittsburgh got the one seed. NE still beat them good in the postseason and ultimately won the SB.

Yup. Jason Taylor was about to sack him, but Brady threw a dumb ass pass at his own 20 yard line.