VIEW FROM 122...... BILLS VS CHIEFS

By FANTASYBOYZ Editor in Chief Corey Bugenhagen

Spiller was a Thriller in week 1

After last Sunday's debacle in Northern New Jersey Bills fans across the nation are having to be coaxed away from ledges and are jumping off bandwagons at an alarming rate.  The great news is with a new week it brings new hope that this season will not be yet another complete loss.  Many of the concerns from Sunday are valid however.  If the team does not rectify these issues we long suffering Bills fans are in line for yet another season devoid of the playoffs.  As an eternal optimist I still do have hope. Here are my keys to the game Sunday.

ON OFFENSE

When the Bills have the ball Sunday two key members of the team will be missing in David Nelson (out for year with ACL Tear) and Fred Jackson (LCL Sprain).  While losing Nelson stings he is replaceable.  Donald Jones is better suited for the slot in my opinion and it opens the door for TJ Graham to start on the outside.  Graham is a true burner who could actually open things up in the passing game.  Stepping in for F Jax is the heralded CJ Spiller, who went off against the Jets.  While losing Jackson is never a good thing Spiller is poised to completely break out in his third year in the league.  Spiller has the look of a running back who could break a long one on virtually every carry he gets.  The key to the Bills offensive success in my opinion is to work in Spiller early and often and don't be afraid to give himi 20+ carries.  The offense would also be best served to incorporate the short quick cutting passing game they exceled in early last season.  In doing this Fitzpatrick will have time to regain some confidence lost against the Jets.  If the Bills are to have any sustained success Fitz needs to be more of a game manager and not a gunslinger.  The offense is not highpowered enough to be forcing balls into tight spots.  Take what the defense gives you and focus on getting Spiller free.  Stevie Johnson needs to be targeting early as well.  It seems when Stevie is not involved early his focus lowers.

ON DEFENSE

To combat the Chief's run heavy attack the Bills need to rely on their much heralded front 4.  Then need to be strong at the point of attack and keep the linebackers free to roam.  Our hearts really go out to Marcel Dareus as he lost his brother in a tragic shooting this week.  It would not surprise us if he does play that his heart would not be in it.  The rest of the line needs to   The defensive coverage scheme most be overhauled completely.  The corners cannot be 10 yards off the line of scrimmage and expect to have success.  If they use that same scheme as against the Jets expect Matt Cassell to eat us up with 3 step drops and quick throws to Dwayne Bowe, Jon Baldwin and Steve Breaston.  Even more importantly is bottling up speedster Jamaal Charles and bruiser Peyton Hillis.  That is where the D line needs to shine.  Finally Mario Williams needs to come to play and I think he will.  He has to be fuming after getting lit up by the national media for being a non factor and complaining about the officials.  Expect a SUPER performance.

PREDICTION

While confidence in this team has already reached 1st overall pick status after last weeks drubbing by the Jets, our outlook for this game is a favorable one.  Don't forget the Chief's also were blown out on their home turf last week.  I think the Defense will come to play and the offense will lean on a run heavy attack to the tone of a Bills 21-10 Victory.