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Archives for July 2018

Pollock: McDermott and Beane discussed more than McCoy

‘One of the main topics was the health – mental and physical – of wide receiver Zay Jones, last year’s second-round draft choice, who had off-season shoulder and knee surgery and a bizarre incident in a Los Angeles high-rise when his brother reportedly stopped his threat to jump from the 30th floor.’

It’s time for Shaq Lawson to step up, says Buffalo Bills HC Sean McDermott

‘”Shoot, I’ve been on the trading block I feel like,” Lawson said. “I’ve just been seeing it. Yeah, it’s been a wake-up call. I’ve been hearing trade rumors and then I kind of realized, ‘I’m a first-round pick, third year now. It’s time to wake up.’ I know I’m a good player. I just have to put it all together and be not just a talented player but a talented player who works hard and works on his craft and skill all together.”‘

Lorenzo Alexander and Star Lotulelei impressed by Tremaine Edmunds; excited by his potential

‘”Mike (linebacker) is probably the hardest spot outside of maybe safety because he obviously has to do his job, but he’s also the conductor out there,” Alexander said. “(He has to get) people in the right position and be the mouthpiece to the coaches on the sideline. That’s a lot for a young player, and it’s my job, (Kyle Williams’) job is to help him with that, but he’s doing a good job.”‘

Training Camp: Who gets the call at QB should be interesting

‘Bills fans might be surprised to hear Nate Peterman’s name in the mix for the starting job. He was notoriously replaced by Taylor in Week 10 last year and threw five interceptions before being benched at halftime. But according to those close to him, that game has been extremely motivating for Peterman and it showed during mini camp. He’s entered this training camp with lots of confidence.’

Bills’ Shaq Lawson acknowledges this is ‘make or break year’

‘”Six sacks in two years? I’m a first-round draft pick. And excuse my language, that (stuff) don’t cut it,” he said, using a profanity to emphasize his disappointment following a recent practice at training camp. “This camp’s way important for me. Make or break year. Every day is important for me.”‘

Capaccio: Allen already a factor in QB race

‘Taking all of that in and looking at the big picture, it’s clear Allen is a legitimate option to become the team’s starter week one at the Baltimore Ravens. Of course there is still a long way to go and he hasn’t been perfect by any means, but to anyone watching practice, from fans in the stands to local or national media on the sidelines, there’s no doubting who the most naturally gifted QB is on the field every day.’

Shaq Lawson: “I’m fighting for a spot”

‘“Look, I’m not going to hide behind [the fact that] there’s a strong competition there between a few guys, including Trent Murphy, Shaq, and so it’s time for him to step up. I look forward to him doing that through training camp and on through the season.”’

Bills Look To Kyle Williams’ Veteran Leadership

‘”I have a ton of respect for who he is as a person,” said Head Coach Sean McDermott. “A family man off the field and then the way he can flip the switch on the field, the great ones can do that and Kyle’s een doing that for a long time. He’s a guy I count on a lot for connecting my message with the team,” said McDermott.’

Daboll on QB competition: “Every day is an evaluation”

‘”Their ability to protect the ball and lead their team down to score points, that’s his job, that’s AJ’s job, that’s Nate’s job. So, I think you set a standard offensively for your players, the coaches, myself included and we’re here to try to do our best every day.”‘

Make or break camp for Shaq

‘”I’m not going to hide behind [the fact that] there’s a strong competition there between a few guys, including Trent Murphy, Shaq,” McDermott said. “It’s time for him to step up.”‘