‘That growth will take place over an extended period of time, says McDermott, who expects his DT to be a contributor in his rookie season but seems realistic about the expectations in terms of how quickly Oliver will make an impact. “He’s a rookie and this is his first (training camp),” said McDermott. “It’s a journey so it just takes some time.”’
Archives for July 27, 2019
Peko Reports To Bills While Wife Battles Hodgkin’s Lymphoma
‘”I’ve just got to be strong for her and my kids,” he said. “I have to be the rock here as much as I can while she’s back there taking care of business.”‘
Bills DT Peko at camp while wife battles cancer
‘”This is how I support my family; this is the way I take care of her and my kids,” Peko told reporters Friday. “To be honest, she’s the one who told me to get back out here, she told me not to miss [camp]. As a husband and as a man, it’s my obligation to be there for my family.”‘
Kyle Peko battles for a roster spot, while his wife battles Hodgkin’s lymphoma
‘”She’s doing good now. As good as anybody could be taking it I guess. She’s strong, she’s a fighter, she knows that right now it’s temporary. She keeps fighting.”‘
Cody Ford starts at right tackle for second day in a row
‘That meant the starting five looked like this: LT Dion Dawkins, LG Quinton Spain, C Mitch Morse, RG Spencer Long, RT Cody Ford.’
McDermott – “I feel better about our football team this year at this time than last year”
‘“We need to respect what they’ve [the Patriots] been able to do over the number of years they’ve been able to do it for,” McDermott said. “That being said, we need to focus on ourselves. If we want to have a chance to challenge them, it really starts with focusing on ourselves and what we’re trying to get done each and every day at training camp, and how we’re building this team.”’
All About the Fan Experience for 20th Season at St. John Fisher
‘”Our main focus is the fan experience,” said Kearns. “Each year we’re kind of tweaking little things here and there to give our fans the most access and the best fan experience that we can. Whether it’s adding some new elements, some new photo opportunities and things like that, or opening up new areas along the field so that they have better views of practice.”‘
Bills DT Kyle Peko reports to camp while wife battles cancer
‘”This is how I support my family, this is the way I take care of her and my kids,” Peko said. “As a husband and a man, it’s my obligation to be there for my family and you’re right it’s crazy that I’m here but she wouldn’t have it no other way.”‘
Bills fan giving away season tickets on Twitter
‘LeShawn Jerman goes as @Warloc6 on Twitter. He writes, “Who wants to go to every game at New Era Field? I purchased 2 additional Season Tickets and I want to bless a fellow Bills fan. The seats are located in Section 121 Row 16 Seats 7-8. Lower level seats right above the tunnel.”‘
Bills DT Kyle Peko asks for prayers for wife, who has cancer
‘“To my fighter, I hate to leave you during this time, but we are faith driven and what is presented with us and what is is set ahead is all a part of his PERFECT PLAN!” Peko wrote.’
McDermott on Bills WRs: “They are kind of like smurfs”
‘“Ya, I play with a chip on my shoulder, I’ve been small my whole life and I’ve been down talked, you know but my thing is to try to play big,” Brown said. “Good news is you’re bigger than Cole…((laughter)) but Cole got game also too.”’
Bills WR Cole Beasley never more excited for a season
‘“I’ve always gotten very nervous before games, but that’s how I know I’m right. If I’m not nervous and I’m just so calm before a game, that’s not when I play my best. I play my best when I got the nerves going, a little anxiety and you can go out and put your best foot forward,” said Beasley.’
Quick Hits: Sean McDermott extends support to DT Kyle Peko and his family
‘“I just wanted to say how appreciative I am of Kyle Peko coming to camp,” McDermott said. “We are all human and we all go through challenges, but the challenge that Kyle and his family are facing is certainly a significant one. We want to let his family know that we are with them all the way and continue to pray for them and support them in every way we can.”’
Top 3 things to know from Day 2 at Bills training camp
‘“We are just trying to look to improve and get better, and every day we are going to go out there and learn something new about each other,” Allen said. “They are going to learn stuff about me. I’m going to learn stuff about them. We are going to talk about it, communicate and hopefully apply that to the game field.”’
Bills Today: New cornerbacks adding competition and depth
‘“Collectively this is the best cornerback group we’ve had since I’ve been here,” White said. “When you have four good corners on a team you’re destined for success.”’