Bills vs Saints a.k.a "Points Schmoints"

Here's the good news: Unlike Game 1, Game 2 in no way looked like an NFL team versus it's cheerleaders.
Bad news: The first stringers couldn't "take it to the house" in their two trips to the red zone. And there are still troubling signs the secondary needs to tighten it up.
The final score of last night's exhibition game: Bills 13 Saints 10. But let's keep it real. Do we really care who wins or loses these scrimmages? It's really all about player performances and how well our starters are "seizing the moment" during their limited time on the field. Besides, the Bills needed that confidence boosting win a hell of a lot more than the Saints did.
This game did yield some noteworthy, if not praiseworthy performances. Below the Chicks break down some Saintly highlights and sinful lowlights from the Bills v Saints extravaganza.

Saintly: The Saints definitely showed signs that their high powered offense is intact, if not improved. Drew Brees started the game 10/11 on completions. Reggie Bush showed his versatility as both a brilliant back, go-to-receiver, and all around stud.

Sinful: Olinde Mare's blocked 37 yard field goal in the first trip to the red zone.

Saintly: The Defense didn't just suit up, they actually showed up. The aggression we yearned for in Canton reared it's head in the dome. There were a couple impressive defensive stands, particularly on the Bills second possession. DT Antwan Lake got in a good bat down. Charles Grant was all over the place. Even second stringers like Troy Evans got his number called a few times for sacks and pressure on the QB.

Sinful: Does Jason David think the wide receivers have cooties?
He appeared to be playing a cover 2 defense even though there was no man-to-man coverage from the corners on the receiver.
Chicks Translation: He gave the the receivers way too much breathing room, denying himself an opportunity to play for the ball.

Saintly: Rookies like Antonio Pittman and Lance Moore, who played like men with a burning desire to play an integral part on this team.

Sinful: Special teams play by Lance Moore that forced the Saints to start drive from their 1 yard line.

Saintly: QB Tyler Palko's confident performance

Sinful: QB Tyler Palko not being able to lead team into the end zone on Saints final drive.


Overall, definitely more noteworthy positives than negatives from this preseason performance. Continue working out the kinks boys. Come opening night, we hope to leave Peyton for once wishing he was Eli.