Archives for August 31, 2017

'Here’s the challenge: Peterman needs reps. But his availability for Week 1 is even more important due to Taylor being sidelined. McDermott said he’s unsure how long Taylor and Yates will be in the concussion protocol, so that means the rookie could get the start in Week 1.'

'“It is a challenge regardless if a guy has been in the system or not, it’s a huge challenge,” McDermott said of Wenning having to play just days after he was signed. “He’s up for it though, he’s bright-eyed, was here yesterday most of the day working with the coaches. The terminology I think is fairly familiar to him, so that’s a head start. Just off two, three days max, to go out there and play, it’s going to be a challenge, but he’s up for the challenge.”'

'It is an unusual home and an unusual transaction. Only one other home in Erie County has sold for more money over the last three years, a mansion in Aurora that went for $4.45 million in June 2016, according to the Buffalo Niagara Association of Realtors.'

'Although the 6-foot-3, 251-pound Gilchrist only spent three seasons with the Bills, 1962-1964, he established himself as one of the most productive and impactful players in franchise history.'

'At 6-foot-2 and 248 pounds, Cookie was a physical freak of nature who would have been great in any era. He was greatest at running between the tackles. However, he had more speed to get around the corner than most big backs — better speed around the corner than Jerome Bettis, not as much as Earl Campbell. And Cookie ran like "a bad man."'

'Here’s the tricky part: With Taylor’s status for Week 1 yet unknown, the Bills may be forced to start the rookie against the division-rival Jets. That means, head coach Sean McDermott will have to monitor his backup quarterbacks on Thursday night with an eye on Sept. 10 too.'

'Diamond wondered if Beane could be too heavily influenced by coach Sean McDermott…'.

'“It’s a challenge,” admitted Bills coach Sean McDermott. “It’s a challenge regardless if a guy has been in the system or not, it’s a huge challenge. He’s bright-eyed, was here (Monday) most of the day working with the coaches. Just off two, three days max, to go out there and play, it’s tough, but he’s up for the challenge.”'

'While the AFL battled for respect in the early years, one area the league did not lack in was characters. Some of football’s wackiest men plied their craft in the AFL, and some would say the leader of the pack was Gilchrist.'

'That bring us to Holmes, who has spent most of the summer as a starting wide receiver for this team. With the departures of Sammy Watkins and Anquan Boldin, Holmes' spot got a bit safer. However, it's not out of the question that a comparable receiver will be released by another team over the weekend, and Holmes will be expendable. If this team is serious about building for the future, finding a way to get those extra compensatory picks should be a priority.'

'"You know the cool thing about the Gruden QB Camp show that we have is I get a chance to spend a whole day and sometimes two days with these guys," Gruden said Wednesday. "We've had almost 60 shows in the last several years. To make a long story short, I really felt that Nate Peterman was very similar to Andy Dalton coming out of TCU. Similar size, similar personalities. Athletic guys that can throw the ball. Team guys, leaders. There's a lot of intangibles I see in Peterman that I felt Dalton had. When I watch the tape in the preseason, I see a young Andy Dalton. He's making accurate throws. He has anticipation and touch. He can handle a lot of offense. He played in two colleges. We said that during the show. This man knows the game. He loves the game, and it shows in the way he performs."'

'Brandon Reilly is on the right side of the roster bubble entering the preseason finale, but the wide receiver can leave no doubt against the Lions. Reilly leads Buffalo in receptions (9) and receiving yards (112) this preseason so one more notable performance should put him over the top.'

'White shared on Instagram that bedgear gave his family a lifetime sponsorship for their products. A photo on Instagram shows White with a bedgear mattress, pillow and much more.'

'WR depth: Without Sammy Watkins and Anquan Boldin, spots are up for grabs. Locks who will likely see little playing time are rookie Zay Jones, Andre Holmes, and Jordan Matthews (sternum). Guys to watch in the passing game include undrafted rookies Brandon Reilly and Daikiel Shorts. Dez Lewis, Walt Powell, and Philly Brown are my other three guys to watch. None will have much chemistry with Wenning. So the roster spots could already be picked.'

'"I didn't even think this opportunity was ever going to come," Mudge said.'