‘Oh, there were the obligatory “You need to retire” and “What are YOU watching?” emails, and that’s fine; part of the fun of sports is disagreeing. The bothersome comments were that I had something against Josh or held him responsible for the playoff loss in Houston. I don’t and I didn’t.’
Archives for January 7, 2020
10 questions for McBeane ahead of Bills’ season-ending press conference
‘McDermott and Beane rightfully bristle at that term – for good reason. They’ve made the playoffs in two of their three seasons here and brought stability to what was a rudderless ship. Still, it was hard not to come away from Saturday’s loss feeling like the more things change, the more they stay the same with this franchise. The Bills routinely found new and inventive ways to lose games before Beane and McDermott arrived. That’s happened far less since they’ve been here, but Saturday’s game fits the description. It will be up to the front office and coaching staff to make sure the result against the Texans doesn’t carry over into next season.’
Hausch Money returns: Clutch field goal capped big finish for Bills kicker
‘The 34-year-old was 4 for 4 in the 22-19 playoff loss to the Texans. Hauschka made 13 straight field-goal tries to end the season and 18 of his last 19 attempts over the final eight games.’
Bills sign 10 to reserve/future contracts
‘A futures contract guarantees a spot on a team’s roster, which expands from 53 to 90 players with the start of the league’s new year in March. The Bills brought back their entire practice squad, with the exception of offensive tackle Brandon Hitner. Buffalo had 11 players on its practice squad, one more than the league limit of 10, because Wade was exempt as part of the NFL’s International Player Pathway Program.’
Bills get No. 22 pick in first round of NFL Draft
‘Buffalo picked at No. 22 in 1967 to select wide receiver John Pitts and in 2004 to choose quarterback JP Losman. The Bills had the No. 22 pick in 2018 from the Kansas City Chiefs and used that as part of the trade to move to No. 16 and select linebacker Tremaine Edmunds.’
Maiorana: Keeping Shaq Lawson should be a priority for Bills
‘McDermott and general manager Brandon Beane have made it clear they want to draft, develop, and then re-sign their guys, but they didn’t draft any of those players. If there was no such thing as free agency, I’m sure they’d like to re-sign several from this group, but the fact is there aren’t many can’t-live-without players.’
Roth: Bills success going forward has as much to do with Tom Brady as Josh Allen
‘In his first playoff action, Allen was both brilliant and boneheaded, taking the Bills on a ride worthy of the bucking broncos at the Houston stockyard. He had 372 yards from scrimmage, including catching a 16-yard touchdown pass, completing some throws very few NFL quarterbacks can make.’
Despite limited touches, Buffalo Bills’ Devin Singletary impresses players, national media in playoff loss
‘Despite not getting enough touches against the Texans defense, Singletary put on a show in front of a national audience. The back, who averaged 4.5 yards per carry on 13 rushes while leading the team in receiving (6-76), impressed fellow NFL players and the national media during the game.’
NFL Draft 2020: Where do Buffalo Bills pick in first round? How many total picks?
‘Buffalo could look to add to their already impressive defense with this pick, but it could be better spent adding another weapon for Josh Allen. This year’s draft is loaded at wide receiver. Jerry Jeudy and CeeDee Lamb are unlikely to fall to pick 22, but some potential targets to watch include Henry Ruggs III, Tee Higgins and Laviska Shenault Jr. A running back to pair with Devin Singletary is another intriguing option. J.K. Dobbins, Travis Etienne and D’Andre Swift could all be on the board at pick 22.’
Trust the progress: Bills have long way to go, but sweeping improvement throughout organization has been apparent
‘Things are looking up in Buffalo. Finally.’
Tuesday’s Cleveland Coverage
Brian Daboll: Get to know the Browns coach candidate (Cleveland Plain Dealer)
Browns interview Brian Daboll, add Jim Schwartz to audition list; Josh McDaniels to take turn Friday, Cowboys hire Mike McCarthy, per reports (Akron Beacon Journal)
Browns interviewing Brian Daboll Jan. 6 with hopes he can fix Baker Mayfield if hired (Willoughby News Herald)
Bills offensive coordinator Brian Daboll returns to Cleveland to interview for coaching job; Mike McCarthy picks Cowboys (Elyria Chronicle Telegram)
Browns Interview Bills Offensive Coordinator Brian Daboll (AP)
Cleveland Browns interview Buffalo Bills offensive coordinator Brian Daboll for head coaching vacancy (WKYC-TV)
Browns interviewing Bills offensive coordinator Brian Daboll for head coach (ClevelandBrowns.com)
5 things to know about Brian Daboll (ClevelandBrowns.com)
Buffalo Bills Have The Financial Resources And Draft Picks To Get Even Better In 2020
‘There are some notable free agents on the Bills roster, including defensive tackle Jordan Phillips, defensive tackle Shaq Lawson, cornerback Kevin Johnson and offensive guard Quinton Spain.’
Lawson expresses interest in re-signing with Buffalo
‘”I’m happy with the season I had,” Lawson said. “I had a career-year this year and it’s only up from here. Only have to get better.”‘
Bills sign 10 players to reserve/future contracts
‘Of the 11 players signed to the reserve/future contracts, 10 of those players were on the practice squad, including players like wide receiver Nick Easley, cornerback Cam Lewis, wide receiver Ray-Ray McCloud III, quarterback Davis Webb and running back Christian Wade. The only player that was not brought back from the practice squad was offensive tackle Brandon Hitner.’
Report: Bills offensive coordinator Brian Daboll interviewing for Cleveland Browns head coach job
‘Daboll, 44, has been the Bills offensive coordinator since 2018, and previously served as the offensive coordinator for Cleveland Browns, Miami Dolphins, and Kansas City Chiefs.’