‘“That’s something you really can’t try to force it,” he said of making a big punt return. “It just has to come to you. I just want to take advantage of each opportunity I get.”’
Archives for August 11, 2018
Which Hughes will the Bills see this year: Jerry — or Gary?
‘”You’ve got to find a way to turn it off and then turn it back on, because in between plays, guys are still saying something to you. You want to say something back, but you’ve got to find a way to say, ‘All right, I’ll see him next play, I’ll see him later.’ You can’t just go after players.”‘
What He Said: Bills coach Sean McDermott on preseason opener
‘Marquavius Lewis has an ankle [injury], Brandon Reilly has a rib [injury], so that’s kind of coming out of the game where things are right now. The guys that didn’t play in the game, some will practice today, some won’t. The guys that won’t are just more along the lines of [the fact that] we wanted to give them today and then the day off tomorrow, so two days [off]. Some of those guys will potentially be back on the field Sunday in Rochester.’
Jim Kubiak: Grading the QBs in Bills’ preseason opener
‘McCarron’s performance is right there with Peterman.’
LeSean McCoy’s ex-girlfriend says she’s seeking ‘justice to be served’
‘”I want to take a moment to express my sincerest appreciation to every last one of you that prayed for me during the last month!” Delicia Cordon wrote. “Every positive post, text, call, & direct message meant a lot to me! Tx to everyone who sent flowers (even strangers), thoughtful gifts & encouraging words. Also those of u who even lost a few brain cells from arguing in my defense with the most ignorant individuals ever. Trust me, I know how frustrating that can be.”‘
Ratings make ‘Josh Allen Show’ the biggest TV hit of the summer
‘The ratings for WKBW-TV’s (Channel 7) coverage of the Buffalo Bills’ 28-23 preseason loss to the Carolina Panthers soared in the second half when the Bills’ top draft choice went in at quarterback.’
Sean Kirst: In toddler’s slaying, a detective finds common cause with Thurman Thomas
‘A first step was last week’s National Night Out at the Johnnie B. Wiley Amateur Athletics Sports Pavilion, an East Side complex named for Holloway’s father. Among the many women and men Holloway asked to attend — including politicians, activists, prosecutors, educators and, above all else, neighborhood residents — was Thurman Thomas, an old friend who brought the power of his National Football League fame to Holloway’s effort.’
It was one preseason game, but all three Bills quarterbacks made a positive statement
‘“It was good to see,” said coach Sean McDermott, who created a buzz by naming Peterman the starter, a decision that was announced about an hour before the game. “I thought all three guys certainly had things to work on, but … I thought all three did some really good things. All three of them (led a touchdown drive), which is good from a confidence standpoint, if nothing else. I liked the energy around all three, that’s one of the pluses coming out of the game.”’
Harrison Phillips cherishes that Bills’ super fan battling cancer announced him at draft
‘“Probably about 45 minutes after I was drafted, things kind of calmed down, did the interview with the (media) here in Buffalo, kind of took a deep breath and rewinded the DVR and replayed it again and looked him up,” Phillips said. “When I got on my Twitter I saw there were some tags of us together and stuff, so I checked out his page and started scrolling through and it almost took my breath away, like wow. He made my draft an even more unbelievable experience.”’
LeSean McCoy eviction case against former girlfriend back in court Tuesday
‘McCoy’s lawyer, Michael LaScala, said he will still appear in court Tuesday but the eviction issue is now largely moot since Cordon has left McCoy’s home. LaScala said papers will likely be signed confirming that she cannot reside in the house.’
Pollock: Solid efforts from all three Bills quarterbacks in preseason opener
‘As for starting Peterman, McDermott allowed, “It seemed like the right thing to do,” presumably basing that decision on his performance in training camp. But he also wouldn’t commit to starting McCarron next Friday in Cleveland.’
Sean McDermott: Bills running back LeSean McCoy still not in game shape
‘”He looks like he’s in tremendous shape. He still has to get himself into game shape, which we’ll bring him along at the right pace for our football team and for him to get himself ready to go for Baltimore,” McDermott said.’
Buffalo Bills training camp day 12: Light work after preseason opener (6 observations)
‘”We just have to continue to grow, get better, and be honest with ourselves (to figure out) what’s next,” McDermott said. “Where did we fall short? Where did we get fortunate in a certain situation or a penalty was called? What can we do better? … There’s a lot to be gained in the coming days here.”‘
Buffalo Bills have their most talented quarterback since Jim Kelly in Josh Allen, says Adam Schein
‘”I don’t want to hear about Nathan Peterman,” said Schein. “I don’t want to hear about AJ McCarron. The only quarterback I want to hear Sean McDermott talk about is Josh Allen. And don’t let the Twitter tough guys or the online scouts fool you. Josh Allen showed off last night why the Bills have their most talented quarterback since Jim Kelly. Did you see the arm? I mean, just take a look at this. This is a big-league cannon. I don’t want to hear, ‘Well it was out of bounds, an incomplete pass.’ Are you kidding me? Josh Allen has it all. The entire package. Folks, this is his first preseason game. His first! And that ball was humming. This kid’s gonna be special. You can see it right from the jump why Buffalo traded up for him. He’s the next Carson Wentz only with Matthew Stafford’s arm.”‘
Buffalo Bills 2018 post-Panthers game 53-man roster projection: Who’s in, out?
‘Keith Ford’s stock took a bit of a hit on Thursday night. He was penalized twice for Buffalo. He’s on the outside of the 53-man roster, but could take a practice squad spot.’