‘”Work ethic,” Jeff said when asked what he’s learned from his father. “He’s always been a hard worker and family man. My mom was always No. 1.”‘
Archives for December 2017
Bills announce coming renovations to New Era Field’s sideline clubs
‘”The main element of the stadium that was not touched during the 2013 renovations was our premium areas,” Bills President Russ Brandon said in an article posted on the team’s official website. “We created a few new premium areas, but in general we did not address any of the premium areas that had been built in the early 90s or the sideline clubs that opened in 1999.’
Don Paul’s updated Bills-Dolphins forecast: Cloudy and cold, but snow-free
‘Precipitation: None prior to or during the game.’
DJs remix the routine during Bills’ practices, pregame warmups
‘“I’m a fan of the players, Shady, Eric, all these guys, and being able to talk with them about music and build a relationship with them has been incredible,” Hill said. “But it’s changed the dynamic from being a fan to being a cog in the organization. Once I get into work mode, the starstruck, being a fan stuff drops in the background and I’m totally focused on doing my part to get them ready for the game or practice.”’
The joys, sorrows and life lessons of being a die hard Bills fan
‘It has been 17 years since the team last appeared in the playoffs. I was just under 2 months old in their infamously terrible last playoff appearance. (The “Music City Miracle” was much less of a miracle in Buffalo). They have not won a playoff game since before my parents – who celebrated their 20th anniversary in September – were married.’
Bills Backers Club: Snowbirds cheer poolside in Fort Myers, Fla.
‘Upon first moving to Fort Myers in 2002, Siwiec met mostly New England Patriots fans in her new locale. “I told them, wait until the Buffalo fans get down here,” she said. “Now, there are so many of us in the community that we have overtaken the Pats.”’
Need a last-minute gift for the ultimate Bills fan? Look no further.
‘You can get a custom-airbrushed Bills toilet seat from BrickWurX on Etsy for $69.95, which the maker describes at “Bathroom Art!!!” Its customer reviews are just as glowing.’
Suddenly more formidable Dolphins pose difficult test for Bills
‘Bills 23, Dolphins 20.’
Holiday time is prime time for the Buffalo Bills to shine off the field
‘“Christmas can be a time of joy for a lot of families, but when you’re financially stuck and you have a sick child, it can be a lot of stress,” said Wood, who will host Operation Big Santa on Monday night at a Buffalo-area Walmart, after previously holding the event at Dick’s Sporting Goods, and Target. “The shopping sprees and the gift cards we hand out for families, just trying to lift their spirits around Christmastime and make it a little easier on them.”’
Buffalo Bills vs. Miami Dolphins 2017: Preview, odds, prediction for Week 15
‘Dolphins 24, Bills 18.’
Buffalo Bills sign CB Breon Borders off Oakland Raiders’ practice squad (report)
‘Borders went undrafted in the 2017 NFL draft out of Duke, but would be signed by the Raiders shortly after the draft. The cornerback had an impressive training camp with Oakland and at one point was working with the first team at the nickel cornerback spot.’
Sunday’s Miami Coverage
What the Miami Dolphins’ Jay Cutler has done better than any NFL QB past two months (Miami Herald)
The Miami Dolphins believe their young talent is promising, but much more is needed (Miami Herald)
Dolphins’ offense finding its groove in life after Jay Ajayi (South Florida Sun Sentinel)
Preview: Dolphins at Bills, 1 p.m., Sunday (South Florida Sun Sentinel)
Five keys for the Miami Dolphins to defeat the Buffalo Bills (South Florida Sun Sentinel)
Who has the edge? Miami Dolphins at Buffalo Bills (South Florida Sun Sentinel)
Staff predictions: Miami Dolphins at Buffalo Bills (South Florida Sun Sentinel)
Miami Dolphins “grandpas and uncles” help them now, in long run (Palm Beach Post)
Dolphins S Michael Thomas, RB Damien Williams out vs. Buffalo Bills (Palm Beach Post)
5 Miami Dolphins under intense scrutiny vs. Buffalo Bills (Palm Beach Post)
3 Concerning Miami Dolphins position groups at Buffalo (Palm Beach Post)
How have Miami Dolphins fared in cold weather games historically? (Palm Beach Post)
Top 7 Miami Dolphins who sparked season turnaround (Palm Beach Post)
Post staff predictions: Dolphins feeling confident ahead of trip to Buffalo (Palm Beach Post)
Dolphins RB Williams, S Thomas out against Buffalo (AP)
Dolphins Game Preview: Week 15 vs. Bills (WTVJ-TV)
Countdown To Kickoff: Dolphins – Bills (MiamiDolphins.com)
Buffalo Bills pluck cornerback Borders away from Oakland Raiders
‘“I’m thankful,” he said. “I’m thankful I had a lot of people praying for me. I’m thankful for the Raiders and the opportunity they gave me to work there for a few months. … I’m thankful the Bills wanted me. I can’t disappoint myself, this city or this team. I’m ready to go to work. I want to help them finish the season off strong.”’
Bills/Dolphins preview: notes and stats
‘LB Preston Brown had 13 tackles in last meeting.’
Joe B: 5 things to watch for in Buffalo Bills vs. Miami Dolphins (12/16/17)
‘At the end of it, however, the lack of passing prowess for the Bills and the Drake-Landry combination and how they match up with the Bills’ defense is what leads me to the Dolphins picking up a victory over the Bills Sunday.’