‘The Bills’ primary needs? Call them quarterback, defensive tackle, edge rusher, linebacker and receiver. Cornerback may be in that group, too, considering starter E.J. Gaines is due to be a free agent. And the Bills could stand to bolster themselves at offensive line, tight end, running back and safety, too.’
Archives for January 23, 2018
Big payday looms for Bills cornerback E.J. Gaines in free agency
‘“Hopefully the Bills will want to bring me back,” Gaines said. “This is probably the best situation for me, and honestly I love it here. You know, I love the city, I love the coaches, and just being able to come in and help somebody who wants me here, it was a good thing. It’s all I ever wanted, really, and I got it here.”’
Incognito, Ngakoue Pro Bowl teammates as NFL investigates their playoff exchange
‘Incognito is scheduled to be part of practices for Sunday’s Pro Bowl in Orlando, Fla., as part of the AFC squad. He is expected to address the controversy with the media there, possibly as soon as Tuesday.’
Bills safety Micah Hyde withdraws from Pro Bowl
‘Hyde suffered a concussion in the Bills’ 10-3 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars in their wild-card playoff game Jan. 7. A second-team All-Pro selection, he was the AFC’s leading vote-getter at strong safety after finishing 2017 with 82 tackles, 13 passes defensed and five interceptions — a total that tied for fifth in the NFL.’
5 players in the Super Bowl who could interest the Bills in 2018
‘LB Nigel Bradham: A former fourth-round pick of the Bills in 2012, Bradham was let go when Rex Ryan’s defense took over Orchard Park and it appeared he was not a fit. His rookie contract was over, too. In 2016, Bradham signed for two years with the Eagles and has been productive. He’s going to be a free agent at the end of the season and Buffalo’s stellar secondary made up for glaring needs in the front-seven throughout the year.’
Report: Richie Incognito will not be disciplined by NFL for Ngakoue incident
‘Vic Carruci of the Buffalo News indicated on Twitter on Monday evening that Incognito will be at the Pro Bowl this weekend and will address the situation there.’
Conflicting report: Incognito investigation not complete
‘Despite that, the Associated Press reported the opposite only moments later on Monday evening. According to John Warrow from the AP, the NFL is still investigating the incident.’
Report: No Punishment Expected for Richie Incognito After Investigation Into Use of Racial Slur
‘In his three seasons in Buffalo, Incognito has made the Pro Bowl each year, giving him four appearances in his 11-year career.’
Bills Free Agency: Kyle Williams’ decision will loom large for defensive line
‘Williams’ contract expiring is only secondary to his situation. It starts with just knowing if he wants to play next year or not. General Manager Brandon Beane has said Williams can still play if he chooses. If Williams does want to return, then the question will be “what price is fair for both parties on a one year deal?”’
Joe B: 5 Buffalo Bills things to watch at the 2018 Senior Bowl
‘On to the quarterbacks… there are two big draws now that Mason Rudolph will not participate due to an injury: Wyoming’s Josh Allen and Oklahoma’s Baker Mayfield — and both are on the same team, and the same practice field all week long.’
Hyde out of Pro Bowl
‘Eric Wood is the first alternate at center if Pittsburgh’s Maurkice Pouncey or Oakland’s Rodney Hudson elect to withdraw.’
5 things Bills fans need to know about the Senior Bowl
‘The Senior Bowl has eight quarterbacks who will participate in this week’s practices and game. Among them is Heisman Trophy winner Baker Mayfield from Oklahoma and Wyoming’s Josh Allen. Both are widely projected as first-round prospects. But there are a handful of other signal callers who will draw attention too.’
Bills Today: Bills bolster defense in PFF mock draft
‘PFF projects the Bills first pick in 2018 is LB, Roquan Smith, out of the University of Georgia. If Smith slips this far down, it seems like a steal for a team who’s starving for a middle LB. Many draft gurus, including Mel Kiper Jr. and Matt Miller, have Smith being a top-10 pick.’