You guys all know what I thought of last season and what I'm looking forward to and anticipating for this season. I don't like things to be "all about me" so I asked some of my fabulous Twitter friends to sound off on their expectations, hopes, dreams and realities for the 2010-11 NFL season. Here's what some of the biggest and coolest Bills fans had to say.
@eammon: This year is the battle between Edwards & Brohm. Gailey is looking toward 2011, & the draft this year will be appreciated in 2012.
@mikemcbride9: I am so convinced the Bills will disappoint me again this season I dropped NFL Sunday ticket. (awww, that's such a shame! sorry you've finally had to succumb to the heartbreak)
@RadioGeoffNC: Every year I think this is the year. This is the first year I don't feel that way. Need a QB!
@gakash: 7 and 9 with lots of progress. And I fully predict that I punch out anyone who says something bad about lee Evans.
@Kejax: I predict that the Bills will be a lot better than most people are saying and that they will win at least 1 game vs. each div rival. O-Line will be a pleasant surprise, esp due to the play of the middle 3, Hangartner, Wood and Levitre. Starting QB will be either Brohm or Edwards.. I think Brohm has more talent and should get the nod; potential over experience. Fred's our opening day starter, but don't be surprised if Marshawn takes over @ some point; CJ gets most if not all kickoff returns. Defense is well above average and the secondary is better than their far more hyped and lauded div rival, the NY Jets. Bottom line, Bills will win 7 to 9 games depending on how healthy they are able to stay this season!!
@BZmadness: QB's going into TC 1. Edwards 2. Brohm 3. Fitz w/ Brohm will get every chance to take #1 as I think he is the silent favorite. I'm not so down on Lynch as others... as long as he can keep his head on straight this season I see him as an asset. I believe it all starts with FO and I believe for the first time in awhile, we have the right people in place. I'm not doubting on FJ and CJ either except I don't think they'd hold up for a full season. We need Lynch to be that workhorse back. As for the coaches, I'm cautiously optimistic. I've always loved the teacher mentality over the enforcer but historically... it hasn't worked for us. Gailey brings a nice blend to the table. I also believe he'll be able to turn us around offensively. Everybody is expecting to see the offense improve but I also think people will be surprised by the defense. There will be growing pains but I believe two major philosophical changes will payoff and actually help our offense...the bend but don't break crap is out which won't keep our D on the field as long and the priority on gap assignment is long gone.
@kirpaul: I'm mixed about this season. I want us to surprise everyone, but realistically I think we're angling for a good pick next year. one of my friends is worried this will be the last season in Buff because of the strike next season, and Ralph's age.
Wow, you guys are good! I better not ask you to offer your guest opinions too often, you'll try to take my job...although it would be highly entertaining to see you masquerade as a chick.
What do the rest of you think? Are my Bills freaks overly optimistic? Borderline delusional like me? Way off base? Totally on point?
Let me know! Leave a comment or tweet me (@lysssie), and I'll add your two cents in!
GO BILLS!!!