‘But this is a team that signed 18 unrestricted free agents (UFAs), six on the offensive line, where the competition, by far, will be the most interesting.’
Archives for July 24, 2019
Bills sign 2 to active roster, place OL Jeremiah Sirles on injured reserve
‘Sirles, 27, appeared in 12 games for the Bills in 2018. He has the ability to play tackle, guard or center, and was frequently used as a sixth offensive lineman in specific formations. He suffered a foot injury during spring practices.’
Bills add front-office brainpower by bringing back Brian Gaine
‘But Gaine’s tenure as the Texans’ top personnel man lasted only 17 months. According to numerous media reports, Texans head coach Bill O’Brien was not getting along well enough with Gaine, and Houston ownership decided to give more power to the coach. It was reported earlier this month that Houston will not be hiring a general manager for the 2019 season, instead divvying up the responsibilities of the job among several people.’
Brother with special needs keeps new Bills center Mitch Morse grounded
‘”Catherine and I have saved and saved and saved to ensure that Robbie could be taken care of in the future,” says Kevin, wearing a blue Bills hat. “But if Robbie lives to 70 or 80, I don’t know if our savings will be enough. But I know Mitch’s will. That’s why you can sleep at night. So, thank you, Buffalo Bills.”‘
Expectations for Tremaine Edmunds are sky high, and he’s taking that in stride
‘“I didn’t think it was possible for a guy like him to mature a lot more than where he already was,” Hyde said, “but just being on the field with him and communicating with him, he knows where he’s supposed to be. He knows the whole defense. He’s sideline to sideline. That boy makes a lot of plays.”’
Meet 8 Bills who could be breakout players
‘WR Robert Foster: One could argue Foster broke out in the second half of 2018, when he became the first undrafted rookie in the common draft era (since 1967) to have three 100-yard receiving games.’
Your player-by-player Bills training camp roster cheat sheet
‘From No. 1 David Sills to No. 99 Harrison Phillips, here’s the skinny on all 91 players on the team’s roster.’
Your guide to 2019 Bills Training Camp: Schedule, parking, ticket policy
‘Near the main entrance of the camp, fans will have the opportunity to interact with Bills sponsors and team partners, receive complimentary souvenir photos and purchase official Bills merchandise. Information on purchasing season tickets as well as individual game tickets is also available at the Bills Information Booth at the front of the tent.’
Buffalo Bills training camp position battles: Brian Daboll provides insight on the offense
‘“The more you can rep together, the more chemistry you’re going to have,” said Daboll. “There are going to be plenty of times in the year when we are going to have to use a different personnel group or do something else so it’s not good for anybody to get hurt during this time, but you go ahead, you work with what you got and put the guys out there because it’s going to happen. Long way to go, but we feel good about the guys we have and we’re looking forward to getting out there.”’
Buffalo Bills make pre-training camp roster moves; put Jeremiah Sirles on IR
‘Wallace signed with the Bills after a tryout during rookie minicamp but was released by the team 10 days later to make room for guard/tackle De’Ondre Wesley. Scott caught on with the Bills last season but had an uphill climb to make the roster with all the additions made at the position this offseason. Scott was probably looking a low percentage of third team reps throughout camp.’
Buffalo Bills rehire former Houston Texans GM Brian Gaine in advisor role
‘According to the Bills team website, Gaine will work in both college and pro scouting for Buffalo.’
Kurt Coleman: Buffalo Bills have what it takes to win Super Bowl
‘I think the great thing about this is the defense is phenomenal. But there are still areas they have to improve on. And then obviously offensively, they showed glimpses of really some brilliancy and then obviously you had some things that you were like, ‘Why did you do that?’ And you want to see that growth from one year to the next year.’
Buffalo Bills training camp 2019: These 18 players are long shots to make the roster
‘Wade was allocated to the Bills as part of the NFL’s International Player Pathway Program. If he fails to make the team’s 53-man roster, Buffalo can put him on their practice squad as an eleventh member thanks to an international player practice squad exemption.The Bills should not rush Wade’s development in the NFL.’
Bills training camp 2019: Free agency look back | Top 5 impact players, who’s on roster bubble?
‘Beasley signed with the Bills despite interest from the New England Patriots. He chose Buffalo because of the opportunities he’ll have in an offense that plans to get to the ball to the slot receiver. Last season Allen targeted the slot seven-plus times in three of the final four games. Beasley was targeted seven-plus times in just five games in 2018 with the Dallas Cowboys. Beasley is likely going to be in the mix for the team high in receptions this season if he can stay healthy after having core muscle groin surgery this offseason.’
Following dismal season, McCoy set to return as Bills starter, but it will be all hands on deck for Buffalo RBs in 2019
‘“He’s very confident, when you talk to him, that he still sees himself up here. I don’t think you’re changing that, and I wouldn’t want him to think any different, but we’re focused on this year. That’s what we have him under contract for, and I definitely think he’s got enough left in the tank to help us in 2019.”’