‘”First off, I definitely want to apologize to No. 27,” Gronkowski said after the game. “I’m not in the business of that. It was just a lot of frustration. I was just really frustrated at that moment. … Just want to apologize to Tre’Davious White. I don’t really believe in types of shots like that.”‘
Archives for December 4, 2017
What Patriots’ Stephon Gilmore said about getting booed by Buffalo Bills fans
‘”I’m not surprised,” Gilmore said. “These fans, it is what it is. Maybe that’s a good thing. They know what type of player I am, can make plays. But you have to ask them that. Maybe because I’m on the Patriots.’
Bills vs. Patriots injury report: LeSean McCoy good to go; Nick O’Leary inactive
‘Miller, Glenn, Tolbert and Benjamin had all already been ruled out. The Bills were holding out for hope for O’Leary, but they will be left with Logan Thomas and Khari Lee behind Charles Clay at tight end.’
Bad vibes: Fan throws sex toy on field during Bills-Patriots game
‘Gene Steratore and other officials investigated what was thrown before the object was kicked off the field. A hazmat crew was then called to investigate. According to ESPN’s Mike Rodak, the object was wrapped up in a towel and taken off the field.’
Ex-Bills defender Stephon Gilmore reflects on return to New Era Field
‘”Yeah, I’m not surprised. You know how it is. They are fans, and they feel some type of way that I am on the Patriots, so it’s all good,” Gilmore said following the game about ‘boos’ thrown his way from the crowd.’
Gronk, don’t ask what are you supposed to do
‘The Christmas Eve game in New England may have meaning now even if it doesn’t have meaning. While the Buffalo players were professional and took the high road, they said they will remember this.’
5 takeaways from the Bills loss to the Patriots
‘Tyrod’s play: Buffalo Bills quarterback Tyrod Taylor had another subpar day against the Patriots. On the ground, Buffalo’s quarterback made a few plays, rushing three times for 32 yards. Additionally, his legs got him in trouble as well, losing 25 yards on three sacks. In the air, not much better. 9-for-18, that’s 50-percent, for 65 yards. Taylor also tossed a bad interception on first down in the red zone on Buffalo’s opening drive. The Bills could have had a few more shots at it instead of a pick. That’s some bad decision making.’
Report card: Bills lose 23-3 to the Patriots
‘Once again, when the section header finishes with the letter ‘s’ it’s not good. Although, a different reason for once. Tyrod Taylor left with a knee injury but was bad. Only 9-for-18, for 65 yards and an interception. He also lost 25 yards on three sacks due to poor scrambles. Nate Peterman replaced him and wasn’t too good either, going 6-for-15 for 50 yards. But heck, Joe Webb even tossed a pass. It went incomplete, but it’s been awhile and it was nearly completed.’
Locker room reaction: Bills – Patriots react to Gronk hit on Tre White
‘Well, I mean, I just don’t think there’s any place in the game for that, really. It was unfortunate and I know he’s a better players than that.’
Buffalo Bills Week 13 Report Card: Bills offense sputters, Tyrod Taylor injured in 23-3 loss
‘It wasn’t a good day for the Bills’ quarterbacks. Tyrod Taylor, who was injured in the fourth quarter, finished with 9 completions on 18 attempts for 65 yards. He was more effective as a runner — three carries for 32 yards — than he was as a passer. This is the Bills’ biggest flaw as a team. As much as Taylor is a dynamic athlete, he is an inconsistent quarterback. The Bills need much more out of the position than they’re getting. After Taylor left the game, Nathan Peterman entered and wasn’t much better. He was 6-15 for 50 yards. He did lead the Bills down to the Patriots’ 1-yard-line, but a questionable play call — a fade pass on fourth and goal — failed. Peterman could be the guy next week against the Colts.’
Patriots pound Bills again, this time differently
‘So with four weeks left in the NFL season, we find Belichick, Brady and New England atop the conference. And Buffalo’s hopes slipping away, no thanks to the unacceptably poor play from its doomed quarterback. Seriously, what else is new?’
‘Frustrated’ Gronk loses mind, slams Bills interceptor
‘“I felt like (White) kind of pushed me a little bit, and made the play. I just don’t understand why there wasn’t a flag. It was a couple of times in the game, and they’re calling me for the craziest stuff ever … and it’s crazy, like what am I supposed to do? And then they don’t call that. It was just frustration.”’
It’s the same old song and dance for Bills
‘But Brady became the maestro of a plodding offense that, as it has done before, subtly overwhelmed the Bills.’
The Bills were not happy about a ‘dirty hit’ from Rob Gronkowski
‘The hit sent White into the concussion protocol, according to Bills coach Sean McDermott.’
Buffalo Bills S Jordan Poyer on Rob Gronkowski cheap shot: ‘Anybody else would have been ejected’
‘”(The ref) said he didn’t see the initial act,” Poyer said. “It is what it is. Just have to move forward and see how the league handles it.”‘