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Bills Notebook: Brian Daboll reacts to LeSean McCoy calling him a ‘genius’

‘“Some of the things that he brings here is that kind of culture, that attitude and then the smarts, making guys accountable,” McCoy said. “I think so, honestly. When he first got here just talking to him and seeing how he thinks — I’ve been around some smart coaches offensively and the way they scheme things up, the way they want to find mismatches and take advantage of it — it’s not so simple. It’s an offense that you have to think a little bit. … I think the special coordinators are the coaches that can put you in plays to be successful as far as not running the play in to a bad look.”’

What He Said: Daboll on Peterman, Allen, offensive line concerns

‘I think it’s important for the quarterback that’s playing that he has a firm grasp, that he really has a comfort level with the plays that we’re running, particularly early in the season when [there is not a lot of tape]. There are preseason games to evaluate, but at the end of the day, it’s about, and I’ve talked about this before, the fundamentals and properly executing based on rules. At the end of the day, you’re not really sure early in the season what you’re going to get from the opponents.’

Maiorana: Bills fans should probably prepare for some pain this season

‘But there will be a step backward in 2018 before any steps forward are taken in 2019 and beyond, and that’s just reality. And in a read-between-the-lines sort of way, Beane did acknowledge that before training camp when he said, “This is a new year, but hopefully fans understand or believe in what we’re doing here as a group … that we have it (headed) in the right direction, but we have not arrived, by any means.”’

Colin Kaepernick, Nike have a supporter in Bills defensive captain Lorenzo Alexander

‘“So we’ve had guys ‘do it’ through sports, but Kaepernick is a guy doing it right now, so I think it’s a great pairing with Nike and him. To say something is worth sacrificing if you really believe in something (is a powerful message). I don’t think anybody would sacrifice their job right now for certain things, that’s a big sacrifice, it’s how you feed your family. I know I’d be asking, ‘How is this going to affect my job?’’

What has to happen for the Buffalo Bills to make the playoffs?

‘Going off of Nathan Peterman’s preseason performance the second year quarterback could be on the verge of lighting the NFL on fire. Sure he struggled last season and even threw five interceptions in a half against the Los Angeles Chargers, but he has rebounded and has the entire Bills organization believing he can help it win football games. Peterman was successful this preseason because of his high completion percentage and ability to get rid of the ball quickly and find open targets. He’ll need to do that at a high level and consistently for the Bills to win games.’

Friday’s Baltimore Coverage

With Jimmy Smith’s suspension, secondary is suddenly an immediate concern for Ravens (Baltimore Sun)
Experience led to James Hurst overtaking Orlando Brown Jr. as Ravens’ top right tackle (Baltimore Sun)
Preston: A fast start for Ravens could create much-needed buzz in Baltimore (Baltimore Sun)
Ravens notes: Middle linebacker C.J. Mosley’s goals don’t include new contract (Baltimore Sun)
‘I thank God that he’s going to be OK’: Ravens’ Kaare Vedvik out of hospital after assault (Baltimore Sun)
‘Can’t break that trust’: Baltimore Ravens’ Janarion Grant aims to show coaches they chose right (Harrisburg Patriot News)
Baltimore Ravens injury report: Henry, Hurst absent; Kenny Young a full participant (Harrisburg Patriot News)
7 Baltimore Ravens who’ll be extra important vs. Bills (Harrisburg Patriot News)
‘I’ll never forget’: Baltimore Ravens vets offer memories of their NFL debuts (Harrisburg Patriot News)
Cyrus Jones at home with Ravens’ Alabama contingent (Birmingham News)
Even with three quarterbacks, Ravens shouldn’t overthink game-day plans (WNST-AM)
Key Matchups To Watch In Ravens Vs. Bills (WBAL-AM)
After Leading NFL in Turnovers Last Year, Ravens Want Even More This Season (BaltimoreRavens.com)
Marshal Yanda Declares Offensive Line ‘Good to Go’ Heading Into Week 1 (BaltimoreRavens.com)
On Practice Squad a Year Ago, Alex Collins Is Now a Premier Back (BaltimoreRavens.com)
Baltimore Native Cyrus Jones Thrilled to Join Ravens Practice Squad (BaltimoreRavens.com)
News & Notes 9/6: With Jimmy Smith Out, It’s Marlon Humphrey’s Turn to Shine (BaltimoreRavens.com)
Transcripts: Ravens Thursday Transcripts (BaltimoreRavens.com)
Late for Work 9/6: Clashing Predictions on How Ravens Will Fare in 2018 (BaltimoreRavens.com)