Is this Déjà Vu?: Week 13 preview of the Bills vs 49ers.
Mike D
Wait, what is going on here? Didn’t we just play at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, AZ, against a NFC opponent that wears red? The answer to all those questions are yes, and you may be confused if you aren’t up on the latest COVID news. In efforts to slow the effects of the coronavirus, health officials in Santa Clara County, Cali banned all contact sports through late December. Due to this, they must play at least the next 2 games in Arizona. After the Shakespearean tragedy we had last time we played there, hopefully we can use this opportunity to slay any demons that still may exist. Ok, let’s get into this game!
Offense
Better QB: Allen- This isn’t close at all. And to be honest, I would be saying the same if it was Jimmy G instead of Nick Mullens. Josh didn’t have a great game last week, and I don’t expect him to have one this week, but if the game is close and comes down to final the possessions, I trust Josh to out duel the opposition. And I am thankful for this feeling every game, because it was YEARS when I knew our guy just didn’t have the stuff. May God bless you Josh Allen 🦸🏽.
Better Backfield: 49ers- Even though I would take Mostert over our running backs, Motor and Moss played their asses off last week so they shut me up for this week. This is solely about the scheme and coaching staff. Brian Daboll has shown that he is a top 10 offensive coach in the NFL, and arguably top 5. But when we are talking top 4, I reserve those spots for Andy Reid, Sean McVay, and Sean Payton, Kyle Shanahan. If our defense doesn’t show up to play, don’t be surprised if they put up 150 yards rushing.
Better Receivers: Bills- Our receivers are really good, and they will win most matchups. I’m fully aware that Debo Samuel is back and looked good. But the combination of Diggs, Beasley, Davis and whatever TE decides to catch a touch down is top tier.
Defense
Sacks: Bills- I’ve love being on this island by myself, defending the Defense. From week one I’ve told everyone to relax, they will be fine. Honestly, they look more than fine. They got after Herbert early and often, and brought him down 3 times. Leslie is on a tear with game planning right now, but he is going up against an offensive genius. This Sunday, we are going have the NFL version of 2 Chess Grandmasters trying to checkmate their opponent.
Turnovers: 49ers- This has me worried. We have forced 17 turnovers on the year while the 49ers have forced 16. I am worried because we have been turnover happy lately. Last game, we literally tried to hand the game over to the Chargers. If you ask me, the 49ers win the turnover battle in this game with 1 interception and 1 fumble.
Points Per Game: 49ers- The 49ers defense allows 23.1 points per game wile the Bills allow 25.6. Thinking on it, only allowing 23 points per game with the explosion of offense this year is very impressive. Also Richard Sherman is back, so I wouldn’t be surprised if the Bills scored around this number.
Coaching
Better staff: 49ers- I said last week there aren’t a lot of staffs I would take over McDermott and his staff. But Kyle’s staff is one of them. With him calling the offense and Robert Saleh calling the defense, this is a great staff. Don’t forget this they were in the Super Bowl last year.
Overall
Better Team: Bills- Obviously the Bills is the better team here; Josh Allen is a big part why. I don’t expect him to have an incredible day, but I expect Mullens to have a worse day. Defense comes up big in this one, and Buffalo wins 24-15
Everybody Eats B!
Spread: Bills (+1)- WOW! THE DISRESPECT. I honestly can’t believe the (8-3) Buffalo Bills are underdogs to the (5-6) San Francisco 49ers. Especially since the game is technically on a neutral site. I have the Bills winning and winning by a big margin, that any points are ok with me. If the casino was open in Michigan, I would move the line to Buffalo (-3) for a bigger payday.
Over/Under: Under- The loss of John Brown has me extremely worried about this offense. You can add the Chargers game to a list of games where our offense just looked subpar without him. Not expecting San Fran to really challenge us, I can see a game where our running game is on full display. Even with this being one of the lowest Bills totals, I am still taking the under.
Talk to everyone after the game. ✌🏽
Millz and Rad talked with Locked on 49ers contributor Nick Winkler to preview this week matchup. He gave us some valuable insight on the Buffalo Bills opponent.