‘“He’s done a good job. I think he continues to develop in terms of his approach to his job, and just being a professional,” McDermott said. “I think that has translated into more success on the field and more trust on the field.”’
Archives for October 28, 2018
For Thurman Thomas, retiring ’34’ is ‘right up there’ with the Hall of Fame
‘“Oh, it’s right up there,” he said. “I could put it over the Hall of Fame. I mean, it’s that big of an honor knowing that, even though nobody has worn my jersey after 18 years, it’s officially written in stone that it will never be issued again as long as the Buffalo Bills are around.’
Jay Skurski’s Bills Mailbag: Should the team make a play for Chad Kelly?
‘In a word, no. Kelly is obviously troubled. He’s been booted from every program he’s been a part of, going back to St. Joe’s. Think about how poor a person’s decision making is if they’re throwing away an NFL career. That’s what Kelly did. Given his background, he had to know he had a one-strike policy with the Broncos, and he couldn’t even last two years.’
Inside the Bills: Trade deadline looms for a franchise that needs to define its direction
‘The Bills are 2-5, staring at the likelihood of dropping to 2-6 after Monday night’s game against the New England Patriots. They have tradeable assets, but have to weigh keeping talented players around to support rookie quarterback Josh Allen against adding draft capital that can be used in future moves.’
Daboll’s Monday mission: Just don’t get embarrassed by mentor Belichick
‘In fact, Daboll has experienced just one winning season away from Foxborough, that as quarterbacks coach of the New York Jets in 2008. The year a 39-year-old Brett Favre was summoning the strength to buckle his chin strap, leading the Jets to a 9-7 record while leading the NFL in interceptions.’
Every prayer Bills’ Harrison Phillips ever made involved playing in primetime
‘”We do approach everything as playoff caliber in all things we do and go 1-0 every single week. But I think in the back of everyone’s head it is that we’re playing Monday Night,” Phillips said. “We’re playing against the Patriots and we’re playing someone in our division. I think that’s probably in the back of all our minds.”‘
Sunday’s New England Coverage
James White has become the Patriots’ Mr. Reliable (Boston Globe)
Sony Michel returns to practice for Patriots (Boston Globe)
Tom Brady thrives even without full arsenal (Boston Herald)
Rob Gronkowski is ‘good’ for homecoming vs. Bills (Boston Herald)
Sony Michel doubtful, Rob Gronkowski and Josh Gordon questionable for Patriots’ Monday night game at Buffalo (Springfield Republican)
Sony Michel injury update: New England Patriots RB returns to practice (Springfield Republican)
Josh Gordon credits his teammates for helping him catch up (Providence Journal)
Sony Michel returns to practice (Providence Journal)
Rob Gronkowski said he’s feeling better and expects to play (Providence Journal)
Patriots: Back-and-forth Barner now getting his feet under him (Brockton Enterprise)
Patriots notebook: Coach White? It may be in running back’s future (Brockton Enterprise)
Rich Garven’s NFL notes: Patriots’ defense in search of consistency (Worcester Telegram and Gazette)
Patriots: Gronkowski expects to play on Monday in Buffalo (Lawrence Eagle Tribune)
Patriots: Michel returns to practice, Rowe and Schwenke still absent (Lawrence Eagle Tribune)
Gronkowski reports improvement in advance of MNF matchup (The Sports Xchange)
Patriots RB Michel returns to practice (The Sports Xchange)
Injured Sony Michel Returns To Patriots Practice; Two Players Absent (NESN)
Rob Gronkowski Intends To Play Monday, But Should Patriots Tight End? (NESN)
Selflessness Of Patriots Receivers Has Been Integral To Josh Gordon’s Progress (NESN)
Why Tom Brady Believes Patriots’ Offense Still Is In Its ‘Infancy’ (NESN)
Patriots Injury Report: Three Ruled Out Vs. Bills; Sony Michel Doubtful (NESN)
Did Tom Brady, Other Patriots Seriously Consider Pursuing MLB Over NFL? (NESN)
McCourty disappointed by criticism of Jenkins, Players Coalition (NBC Sports Boston)
Gronkowski (ankle/back) expects to travel with Patriots to Buffalo (NBC Sports Boston)
Injury report: Michel practices, but listed as doubtful for Monday (NBC Sports Boston)
Patriots rule 3 players out vs. Bills, while Sony Michel is officially doubtful (WEEI-FM)
Tom Brady continues to have high praise for Josh Gordon: It’s so impressive what he’s done in short period of time (WEEI-FM)
Rob Gronkowski (back/ankle) says he’s feeling better, expects to travel to Buffalo (WEEI-FM)
Sony Michel Returns To Practice, Listed As Doubtful For Patriots On Monday Night Vs. Bills (WBZ-TV)
Wrap Up 10/27: Inside, Michel gives practice a try (Patriots.com)
Transcripts: Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski Press Conferences 10/27 (Patriots.com)
Week 8: Patriots – Bills Injury Report (Patriots.com)
Bills’ LeSean McCoy listed as questionable versus Patriots
‘McCoy has not been cleared to play yet despite practicing on a limited basis the past three days, as he’s allowed under NFL concussion protocol rules. He was hurt when he landed on his head while being tackled along the sideline on Buffalo’s second play from scrimmage in a 37-5 loss at Indianapolis last weekend.’
Bills RB McCoy still in concussion protocol
‘McCoy was at practice Saturday but was wearing a non-contact jersey. He was injured in last week’s 37-5 loss to the Indianapolis Colts.’
Top 5 reasons Buffalo’s Week 8 Monday Night Football game will be epic
‘After spending five of the last seven weeks on the road, the Bills are finally back home at New Era Field. Playing before the best fans in the NFL, the team is looking to get their third win. The game will mark the first time the Bills are meeting with a division opponent this season and their first contest against the Patriots since Christmas Eve last year. Buffalo has a tall task in front of them in stopping the red-hot Pats, but the team has proven effective at home under McDermott’s tutelage. With a victory, the Bills will move to 8-3 at New Era Field with McDermott at the helm.’
Fan Mailbag: Trade deadline sparks fan questions
‘It appears from reports that LeSean McCoy is a player who is drawing the most interest from outside parties. The key thing to realize here is the Bills are dealing from a position of strength. I don’t believe they want to move McCoy, so in order for a team to land him in a trade with Buffalo, they would have to overpay to convince the Bills to part with him.’
Bills Today: Bill Belichick on Thurman’s legendary Super Bowl XXV performance
‘“He was tough. He was tough,” Belichick said. “Great back that could do it all, could play on all three downs. Obviously, a great runner, great in the passing game, tough competitor. It was always a battle with him. Fortunately, we won our share as a team, but he was a hard guy to handle.”’