Buffalo Bills

Bills Get Defensive to Power Win Streak

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The resurgence of the Buffalo Bills over the last three weeks hasn’t just been encouraging in terms of the outlook for the season but it’s been somewhat relieving too.

I’d be lying if I said I didn’t have my doubts heading into this season as injuries and suspensions pulled a number of key defensive contributors away from the team while question marks on offense left me wondering just how potent the Bills could be. Not to mention my willingness to buy into anything the Bills were selling hit an all-time low this summer. There’s only so much abuse you can take over a 16 year span before you adjust your behavior. Continue reading →

The Instigator Podcast SWAG is here

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After receiving some feedback that some Two in the Box or Instigator Podcast swag would be well received, we took the steps to get decals printed adorned with The Instigator Podcast logo.

Whether or not you’re familiar with the logo, it features the lightning bolts and stars from the Buffalo city flag along with Buffalo Sabres blue and gold. You can slap them on water bottles, lap tops, car bumpers or anywhere else you please.Untitled

The decals measure roughly three inches by three inches and will stick on anything. They’re vinyl automotive decals so they’ll stand up to abuse as well. We’re selling the decals for $4 each which will cover any postage necessary to get them sent your way.

If you wish to purchase one send an email to 2intheboxbuffalo@gmail.com or simply tweet to Tyler or Chris and we’ll get you set up. Thanks to everyone for continuing to listen to the podcast and reading the blog.

The Instigator Podcast 5.13 – A New Era at the Stadium Featuring Del Reid of 26 Shirts

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Del Reid of 26 Shirts joined the podcast to discuss the new naming rights deal for New Era at the stadium. We also discuss what options the Bills and the Pegulas have when the time comes to either renovate  “The Cap” or build a new stadium. Download and subscribe to The Instigator Podcast on iTunes by following this link.

The Instigator Podcast 5.12 – Grading the Sabres Trades

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Chris and Tyler devote more time to this episode than usual as we got a little off track discussing the Bills injuries of late and the debate around Buffalo’s injury troubles. Our main point of focus is to analyze Tim Murray’s trades and whether or not he’s been successful on the trade market during his time as GM of the Sabres. You can catch the episode here or you can subscribe and listen on iTunes or tune in via Sticher.

The Bills and Sabres Futbol Series Concepts

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The Bills and Sabres each offer countless retail options for fans to deck themselves out in on gameday. Between jerseys, workout gear, hoodies, shorts and hats, both teams have everything you could ever want.

But I was brainstorming the other day about how cool various concept jerseys often look and how it would be cool if a team acted on some of the concepts you see floating around the internet. Not just sport specific either, but the crossovers you see like basketball to hockey, football to baseball, etc. ThrowbackName

So as I started doodling I realized the Bills and Sabres could develop a line of apparel – jerseys in this case – which capitalizes on the love design-oriented people have for creating concept jerseys. I dubbed this “line” of apparel the Futbol Series and applied it specifically to the Bills and Sabres. Continue reading →

The Instigator Podcast 5.4 – Expanding our Outlook

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With Las Vegas ready to be introduced as the league’s 31st franchise, Chris and Tyler discuss the outlook for the new team and how the league’s dynamic may shift. Along the way we discuss previous expansions follies and success and take potential relocation possibilities into account. We close with discussion over the recent rumors of a Buffalo regional sports network after Pegula Sports posted a set of TV-related jobs. You can listen to the podcast here or download it on iTunes by clicking here. As always we welcome your feedback and suggestions.

A Trip Over the Pond

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When I first started thinking about making the trip overseas to see the Bills in London it was sort of like how you “plan” a trip with your buddies after having a few too many beers. Making the trip seemed like it would be great but I wasn’t sure if I’d actually pull it off.

But after some actual planning, the trip actually came together and the Bills were a primary piece of the itinerary for an eight-day jaunt to London.IMG_1801

It’s been a while since I even looked at the 2ITB Sports Bucket List and while seeing the Bills in Wembley never seemed like something I’d ever consider, the game wound up as another check mark on the list. The trip also afforded me a handful of other cool sporting experiences which I’ll share along the way. Continue reading →

The Cold Front is Coming

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With the Bills season almost upon us, I thought I’d chase another phone wallpaper project. Here’s the Cold Front – the name given to the Bills’ fearsome defensive line. This should work with most cell phones. If not, let me know and I can make the necessary changes. Continue reading →

For Bills Fans, a Feeling of Magic Is in the Air

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Guest Post by Kevin French

Many years have come and gone since the days when the Buffalo Bills had the national spotlight. After four straight Super Bowl losses and the retirement of a hall of fame quarterback, running back, wide receiver, and defensive end, all dominant and transcendent players in their own right, the Buffalo Bills fell completely off the map. There were days when the likes of Doug Flutie and Terrell Owens stole a headline or two, but the past 20 years have been a quiet one for one of the NFL’s oldest and storied franchises.484045834

The last hall of fame member to leave the Bills was the one that was there first, Ralph Wilson Jr. With a city in turmoil, unsure of the future of its football team after the longtime owner passed, a man with a familiar face stepped in to save the Bills. Terry Pegula, owner of the other top professional sports team in Buffalo, the NHL’s Sabres, saved not only the Bills, but the city itself, when he bought the team for a staggering $1.1 billion and swore to keep the team in Buffalo. Continue reading →

Kevin’s 53 (54) Man 2015 Buffalo Bills Roster – 8/26

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# Player POS
70 Wood, Eric C
33 Brooks, Ron CB
39 Butler, Mario CB
28 Darby, Ronald CB
24 Gilmore, Stephon CB
37 Robey, Nickell CB
79 Bryant, Red DE
55 Hughes, Jerry DE
91 Lawson, Manny DE
94 Williams, Mario DE
97 Bryant, Corbin DT
98 Carrington, Alex DT
96 Charles, Stefan DT
99 Dareus, Marcell DT
95 Williams, Kyle DT
42 Felton, Jerome FB
64 Incognito, Richie G
76 Miller, John G
68 Richardson, Cyril G
60 Urbik, Kraig G
2 Carpenter, Dan K
4 Gay, Jordan K
53 Bradham, Nigel LB
52 Brown, Preston LB
75 Enemkpali, IK LB
49 Groves, Quentin LB
58 Johnson, Randell LB
50 Steward, Tony LB
65 Sanborn, Garrison LS
6 Schmidt, Colton P
16 Cassel, Matt QB
3 Manuel, EJ QB
5 Taylor, Tyrod QB
26 Dixon, Boobie RB
22 Jackson, Fred RB
25 McCoy, LeSean RB
40 Williams, Karlos RB
20 Graham, Corey S
30 Rambo, Bacarri S
23 Williams, Aaron S
27 Williams, Duke S
77 Glenn, Cordy T
66 Henderson, Seantrel T
71 Kouandjio, Cyrus T
85 Clay, Charles TE
48 Gray, MarQueis TE
49 Mulligan, Matthew TE
81 Easley, Marcus WR
88 Goodwin, Marquise WR
18 Harvin, Percy WR
15 Hogan, Chris WR
80 Thompson, Deonte WR
14 Watkins, Sammy WR
10 Woods, Robert WR
Practice Squad Pos
M. Noel CB
R. Cockrell CB
N. O’Leary TE
C. Reed DE
AJ Tarpley LB
J. Meeks S
A. Davis WR
C. Wood RB
W. Campbell G
D. Lewis WR