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Archives for December 6, 2017

Patriots TE Gronkowski has appeal denied

‘Gronkowski apologized for the hit after the game, which the Patriots won 23-3, and cited his frustration for a lack of penalties called against opponents defending him during the game as a reason for his actions.’

Bills place Matthews and Lawson on IR

‘The Buffalo Bills have announced that both defensive end Shaq Lawson and wide receiver Jordan Matthews have been placed on injured reserve, ending their seasons. Lawson was considered week to week with an ankle sprain, while Matthews has been battling a knee injury for the last few weeks.’

Ledyard: “Mayfield has all the makings of a franchise quarterback”

‘”Not every team, but a lot of teams have a certain prototype in mind. I think it’s a foolish way to do things. Not going to overthink that Baker Mayfield has put up the two most efficient seasons in college football. He’s going to win the Heisman, very indicative of his performance. He’s a quick processor, quick release, but also has the arm to throw off platform. Nothing scares him as a quarterback, can create offense with his legs, not a whole lot he’s missing. Coaches are going to look at this guy and think, this is a guy I can go to war with. All the makings of a franchise quarterback.”‘

Buffalo Bills send Lawson, Matthews to Injured Reserve

‘Lawson, the team’s first-round pick in the 2016 NFL Draft, appeared in 11 games this season, starting 10 of those games. He suffered an ankle injury in the team’s loss to the New England Patriots and was thought to be “week-to-week” by the Bills as of Monday. His season ends with four total sacks and 33 tackles.’

Gronkowski suspension upheld, will sit for one game

‘The hit by Gronkowski was described by many as one of the dirtiest of the year, as it happened well after the whistle following Tre’Davious White’s interception in the fourth quarter. Since then, Gronkowski has apologized and said he lashed out because of a lingering frustration with officials for seven years of no calls on defenders holding him. Meanwhile, White remains in concussion protocol and his outlook for Sunday’s game against the Indianapolis Colts could be in doubt.’

Bills put Matthews, Lawson on IR

‘Reilly was a fan favorite in the preseason. He caught 11 passes for 139 yards and had a touchdown against the Eagles that gave the Bills a late lead.’

Gronkowski appeal denied

‘The NFL and NFLPA jointly appointed appeals officer Derrick Brooks denied Gronkowski’s appeal. He will sit out New England’s game Monday night against the Dolphins.’

Lawson & Matthews to I-R; Bills elevate Capi & Reilly to active roster

‘A day after being called week to week with an ankle injury suffered on Sunday, Shaq Lawson’s season is over. Buffalo placed the pass rusher on injured reserve Tuesday with his ankle injury. Joining him on I-R is WR Jordan Matthews, who has tried to battle through a knee injury the past few games with limited success.’

Bills Today: Brown tallies fourth straight 100-tackle season

‘“That’s one of the things you look for in your middle linebacker in a 4-3 scheme,” said defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier. “A guy who can, when he has a chance, makes tackles directly at him. He can do it, but yet can make plays from tackle-to-tackle as well and sideline-to-sideline. Preston is one of those guys. He can run, and when he gets there knows how to finish plays.”’