‘Despite his success with the Bills, McCoy is coming off one of his worst seasons yet. He rushed for 514 yards and three touchdowns on 161 carries in 2018. McCoy said earlier this offseason that he was excited for a fresh start this season.’
Archives for September 2019
LeSean McCoy reunites with Andy Reid, joins Chiefs on 1-year deal, report says
‘The two spent four years together in Philadelphia after the Eagles selected McCoy in the second round of the 2009 draft. Reid eventually landed with the Chiefs while McCoy spent two more seasons with the Eagles and a four-year stint with the Bills.’
Bills trim roster to 53 players
‘The team also announced it has moved tight end Tyler Kroft from the Physically Unable to Perform List to the 53-man active roster. Kroft broke his ankle on the first day of OTAs.’
Beane – “We made a tough decision”
‘”It was very difficult, but I believed in LeSean the whole time and, again, it was down to the last minute that we decided to go in this direction.”‘
Bills to release LeSean McCoy after four years with the team
‘In his four seasons with the Bills, McCoy rushed for 3,814 yards and added 1,334 receiving yards while adding 30 total touchdowns.’
Bills place Vosean Joseph and Senorise Perry on injured reserve
‘Joseph was drafted by the Bills in the 5th round and was trying to solidify a spot among the linebacker group. During the team’s final preseason game against Minnesota on Thursday, Joseph was injured during a play and later walked to the locker room, not returning for the rest of the night.’
Who’s in and who’s out? Buffalo Bills release 53-man roster
‘Tyrel Dodson has been placed on the NFL Commissioner’s Exempt list and can’t play or practice while the league continues to investigate an alleged incident from the Spring.’
Bills release RB LeSean McCoy
‘“We still believe LeSean can play, but Devin Singletary transitioned faster, and we believe he’ll be able to help us sooner than later,” said Beane. “We feel Devin can give us contributions, and the’s ready to roll and that went into the decision.”’
Bills 2019 Roster Cuts
‘The Bills also released WR Duke Williams. Williams appeared in all four preseason games, with eight receptions for 71 yards and two touchdowns.’
Reports: LeSean McCoy signs with Chiefs
‘After enduring the worse statistical season in his 10-year career, the 31-year-old running back will reportedly sign a 1-year contract worth $4 million and that includes $3 million in guarantees.’
Bills surprise: McCoy is cut
‘Beane says the Bills have been satisfied by Singletary’s development in the preseason enough to believe he can contribute right away. Not every rookie is ready so quickly.’
The Bills announce 53-man roster
‘The team went heavy on offensive linemen, keeping ten players. With Quinton Spain still recovering from an ankle injury, depth is key.’
Bills cut roster down to 53 players
‘Three other players were moved off the roster through other means. Fifth-round pick Vosean Joseph was placed on injured reserve with a shoulder injury. RB Senorise Perry was placed on injured reserve with a quad injury. And undrafted LB Tyrell Dodson was placed on the Commissioner’s exempt list.’
Brandon Beane: LeSean McCoy decision difficult, opportunity is now for Devin Singletary
‘“This allows Devin more opportunities to show what he can do for the team,” said Beane. “We believe in LeSean and still believe he can play, but you can’t look at every decision in a vaccum. After the draft Devin was a guy we were excited about, but some guys transition faster and some guys transition slower. That’s one of the decisions. Who is ready in that running back group to contribute right away? And we just felt right now that Devin would be able to help us along with the other guys that we’re keeping.”‘
5 things we learned about the Bills’ initial 53-man roster
‘Top draft choice Ed Oliver is expected to man one of the two starting defensive tackle roles on Buffalo’s defensive line. And second-round pick Cody Ford is expected to hold down a starting role on the club’s offensive line whether it’s guard or tackle.’