Bills by the Numbers - Ep. 51: Why NFL Games Are Closer Than Ever

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve take a look where the Bills stand as they hit the halfway mark of the season. They break down where Buffalo sits on ESPN's Football Power Index and what the next 8 games mean for the Bills. The two then discuss Buffalo's offense and where it compares with the rest of the league. Defensively, they dissect whether the Bills 12th ranked defense is good enough to contend down the stretch and where they sit with special teams. The guys break down the next 8 games and share their projected win totals. Steve is quizzed on Bills strong starts history in The Numbers Game. Finally, Chris and Steve give their answer to this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve take a look at the numbers to decipher if Buffalo is the best 4th down team in the NFL. They share their thoughts on the Bills ability to sustain their own drives and the edge it gives them. The two then discuss the defensive side of the ball, where the Bills are also effective, the eye-popping numbers behind their dominance, and the production when backed up in the red zone. Steve is quizzed on Bills all-time midseason leaders in The Numbers Game. Finally, Chris and Steve give their answer to this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve take a look at the Bills run game success this season and the varied options they have with their personnel. They take a look at the varied styles of backs in James Cook, Ray Davis, and Ty Johnson and discuss which skillset might be better suited for the offense. The two then dissect Josh Allen's role in the run game and if there might be thought to use both Cook and Davis at the same time. Steve is quizzed on Bills rushing history in The Numbers Game. Finally, Chris and Steve give their answer to this week's One Burning Question, at season's end who will lead the Bills in receiving yards?

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve dissect what the Amari Cooper acquisition will do for the Bills offense and how quickly the new WR will get acclimated. They discuss the new pecking order with the wide receivers, the dynamic of the passing attack, and who will benefit the most with Cooper's presence. The guys then take a look at the next chunk of games to see how Buffalo will fare and how the team will look during the tough stretch in November and December. Steve is quizzed on Amari Cooper career history in The Numbers Game. Finally, Chris and Steve give their answer to this week's One Burning Question, will Cooper's addition change the Bills stance on the run game?

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers presented by FanDuel, Chris Brown and Steve Tasker take a look at how this year's offense is different under Joe Brady than in past iterations. They discuss how the Bills can get their passing game back on track and share their thoughts on the Bills rushing attack this season, the team's struggles on third down, and the value of limited turnovers by Buffalo so far. Steve is quizzed on Bills third down history in The Numbers Game. Finally, Chris and Steve give their answer to this week's One Burning Question - who will have a better bounce back game, Josh Allen or Aaron Rodgers?

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve take a look at the ongoing injury situation with the Bills defense and the upcoming absence of pass rusher Von Miller. How much more can the team take? The two discuss just that. They then share their thoughts on players that could return to the lineup in the near future and how the Bills offense can bounce back in Houston. Steve is quizzed on Bills top defenses The Numbers Game. Finally, Chris and Steve give their answer to this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve take a look at the Bills' 3-0 start and the team's early season success and discuss if that can be sustained. The two then look at the quality of opponents so far and the role that may play in their league-leading statistics. Brownie and Steve look ahead to the next three matchups to see if their positive returns continue. They then share their thoughts on the Bills variety in the passing game and if that makes their offense more difficult to defend. Steve is quizzed on Bills receiver history The Numbers Game. Finally, Chris and Steve give their answer to this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve take a look at the Bills defensive scheme and why it has put players in favorable positions. They break down the depth Buffalo has on its roster and which reserve players are next to emerge defensively. The two then discuss how the offense can better assist the defense, possible concerns with the injury front, and if there's a breaking point with the success. Steve is quizzed on Bills backups who catapulted themselves to a starting role in The Numbers Game. Finally, Brownie and Tasker give their answer to this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve take a look at the biggest differences with this year's Bills team and discuss how it can help them this season. The two then share their thoughts on what could be missing from the roster and if that could be of any concern. They then share their thoughts on the two new coordinators in Joe Brady and Bobby Babich and discuss their possible impact on the team's performance on the field. Steve is quizzed on Bills home opener history The Numbers Game. Finally, Brownie and Tasker give their answer to this week's One Burning Question, what will be the biggest surprise development we could see this year?

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve breakdown the team's initial 53-man roster. They discuss the biggest surprises they saw with this year's iteration, if there is more tinkering to do, and the possible moves they could see ahead of the regular season. Steve is quizzed on Bills roster trades in The Numbers Game. The guys then discuss the backup quarterback situation and discuss who will eventually hold that spot in this week's One Burning Question.

On the 100th episode of Bills by the Numbers presented by FanDuel, Chris Brown and Steve Tasker dive into this week's These Three Things. They look at the Bills current injury situation and how it can impact the 53-man roster makeup. They share their thoughts on the position group that has the least and most experience and the impact injuries have at wide receiver, safety, and linebacker. Finally, they choose which position group, when healthy, will help them the most. ESPN NFL analyst Mina Kimes joined the show to share her thoughts on the Bills roster makeup. Steve is quizzed on previous Bills 53-man roster iterations in The Numbers Game. They then pick how many players will account for each position following the roster cutdown and try to answer this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve take a look the approaching roster cut down and share their assessments of the Bills roster. In These Three Things, the guys discuss who can make a run at a 53-man roster spot, which players are in a tough spot in the more deeper position groups, and which players could land on the practice squad. The guys then discuss playing time decisions as the preseason continues and the spots they're not so worried about as the season approaches. Steve is quizzed on the Bills backup quarterback history in The Numbers Game. Finally, the pair try to answer this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve take a look at These Three Things to discuss who has the most to gain, most to lose, and which players can make their case for a roster spot this preseason. The guys then take a look at the team's biggest question marks ahead of the regular season. Steve is quizzed on the Bills pass rush protection in The Numbers Game. Finally, the pair try to answer this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve go over which positions might be the hardest to trim down ahead of final roster cuts and which groups could use bolstering with depth. The two then share their thoughts on the players that have stuck out the most through the first week of training camp. Steve is quizzed on the Bills run game in The Numbers Game. Finally, the pair try to answer this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve go over the top position battles at this year's training camp, and who has the best chance to win a roster spot based on their performance. The guys share their thoughts on who can move up the depth chart, the sleepers in this year's group, and the biggest differences they see in this year's makeup from years past. Steve is quizzed on Bills roster position counts in The Numbers Game. Finally, the pair try to answer this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers presented by FanDuel, Chris Brown and Steve Tasker breakdown the Bills 2024 schedule and to figure out the good, bad, and what doesn't matter with this year's slate. They take a look at where possible pitfalls might lay, the advantages with the schedule, and if there are any stretches where the team can have a string of victories. Steve is quizzed on Bills schedule history in The Numbers Game. Finally, the pair try to answer this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve take a look at the Bills two day one trades to eventually move out of the first round and the merit of doing so. They then transition to the day 3 trades and what Buffalo actually gained in doing those deals. Pro Football Focus lead draft analyst Trevor Sikkema joined the guys to break down Buffalo's 2024 draft class haul, the moves to acquire picks, and his favorite pick from this year's selections. Steve is tested on draft picks success rate for the Bills during the Beane-McDermott era in The Numbers Game. Finally, the pair try to answer this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers presented by FanDuel, Chris Brown and Steve Tasker discuss the odds that the Bills could trade up in the first round of the NFL Draft and predict who might be ideal trade partners. They discuss if it's wide receiver or bust for GM Brandon Beane and company and if not what are the other position considerations? Steve is quizzed on Bills draft trade history in The Numbers Game. Finally, the pair try to answer this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers presented by FanDuel, Chris Brown and Steve Tasker share their draft favorites for Buffalo's positions of need. They reveal their wild card selection aside from receiver and defensive line. In These Three Things they discuss which direction Brandon Beane may lean in round one, how he may adjust without a third round pick, and which position could be addressed earlier than expected. Steve is quizzed on Bills draft selection history in The Numbers Game. Finally, the pair try to answer this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve recap what the Bills have done so far to get cap compliant and the free agent moves added to the roster. They share their thoughts on the most important signings and subtractions. In These Three Things they discuss where Buffalo can go from here to add talent on both sides of the ball. Steve is quizzed on the Bills free agent history in The Numbers Game. Finally, the pair try to answer this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve take a look at just how much turnover the team might expect to see this offseason with its defensive backfield. They discuss the most likely veteran moves, the cap restraints the team has with such players, and who might return in 2024. They examine These Three Things to find out which player is most critical in returning, the starting cornerback duo next season, and who takes over at safety? Steve is quizzed on the Bills all-time secondary players in The Numbers Game. Finally, the pair try to answer this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers presented by FanDuel, Chris Brown and Steve Tasker take look at the current state of the Bills defensive line. They assess the pending free agents, who should return to the roster in 2024, and how much total turnover Buffalo might endure along the d-line. The guys then discuss where the value is on filling those possible roster holes through free agency or the draft. Steve is quizzed on Bills defensive line player acquisitions over the years in The Numbers Game. Finally, the pair try to answer this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve take a wide ranging look at the Bills receiving corps from this past season. The two discuss what changes we may see with that unit and how they could get better production with explosive plays. They shared their thoughts on player production from 2023, who could take a leap next season, and what skillsets could be added this offseason. Steve is quizzed on Bills passing efficiency from 2023 in The Numbers Game. Finally, the pair try to answer this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve take a deep dive into the biggest differences from the last time the Bills and Chiefs met in the playoffs. They discuss which team has advantages over the other. Former NFL GM and Westwood One analyst Mike Mayock joins the guys to share his thoughts on the Allen-Mahomes divisional round matchup. Steve is quizzed on Bills-Chiefs playoff history in The Numbers Game. Finally, the pair try to answer this week's One Burning Question.

On this week's episode of Bills by the Numbers podcast presented by FanDuel, Chris and Steve take a look at just how dominant the Bills defense has been this season and where it stands heading into the playoffs. The two discuss if this is the best defense Sean McDermott has had under his reign, the personnel adjustments they've had to make, and where any possible issues may lay. Former Bills and Steelers LB Arthur Moats joins the guys to preview this weekend's wild card playoff matchup. Steve is quizzed on Bills-Steelers in The Numbers Game. Finally, the pair try to answer this week's One Burning Question.