‘”Stefon is one of those just prolific football players,” the center recently said by phone from his offseason home in Kansas City, Kan. “I think he really can change the course of a game and give your offense a chance to score at any given moment. I think it’s a great move. I’m excited to have him as a teammate.”‘
Archives for March 27, 2020
Stefon Diggs says Josh Allen is a ‘baller,’ Allen responds with praise, too
‘”John Brown’s a baller. He was messing us up when he was in Arizona, too,” Diggs said. “He’s been a baller. Cole Beasley’s been a baller. Especially at Dallas. He’s still surgical.”‘
Bills bring back veteran cornerback EJ Gaines for third time
‘The Bills signed Gaines to a one-year contract last offseason, but his second stint with the team ended before the start of the regular season. He was placed on injured reserve because of a groin injury and was later released with an injury settlement.’
Bills add versatility to offensive line with addition of Daryl Williams
‘He started four games at left tackle, five at left guard and three at right guard in 2019. Of his 838 snaps last season, he played 412 at left guard, 218 at right guard, 173 at left tackle, 45 at right tackle and two at tight end – the type of versatility the Bills’ coaching staff likes. He was in for 570 pass-blocking snaps and 268 run-blocking snaps. For his career, Williams has appeared in 56 games, with 41 starts.’
Five things about Bills new offensive lineman Daryl Williams
‘Flexibility. It’s among the many favorite words from coach Sean McDermott. Williams gives the Bills options. Of his 838 snaps last season for the Panthers, he played 412 at left guard, 218 at right guard, 173 at left tackle, 45 at right tackle and two at tight end. He was in for 570 pass blocking snaps and 268 run blocking snaps.’
For the third time in the last four years, E.J. Gaines is joining the Bills
‘This will be Gaines’ third stint with the team, though his second time around in 2019 never panned out because he suffered a groin injury in training camp and was released with an injury settlement.’
Bills agree to sign offensive lineman Daryl Williams to one-year deal
‘Williams, a fourth-round draft pick of the Panthers in 2015, will likely provide depth at both tackle and guard, though he could challenge for a starting job at either guard spot, or right tackle.’
Pollock: Moore was a Bills’ ‘bust’ but circumstantially
‘He played four seasons for the Bills, after taking a year off, but was never the same player he was in college. His career total was only 420 rushing yards, though he averaged nearly four yards per carry, impressive for a fullback. He added 75 receptions and finished with two TDs. After retiring, at only 26, Moore became a deputy sheriff in Flint, Mich., and died of a heart attack in 2009 shortly after turning 50.’
Buffalo Bills sign CB E.J. Gaines to return on 1-year deal (report)
‘Gaines provides depth at both outside cornerback and inside in the slot. He was working in on the second team during camp last year on the outside, opposite Kevin Johnson, who has since left the Bills for Cleveland. He can also play some nickel cornerback to help push Taron Johnson for that role, if he can stay healthy.’
4 things to know about new Buffalo Bills CB E.J. Gaines
‘Perhaps it was a coincidence, but the Bills played extremely well when Gaines was on the field in 2017. The team held an 8-3 record when he started across from then-rookie Tre’Davious White. The team would go 1-4 without him.’
5 thoughts and a grade on Buffalo Bills signing CB E.J. Gaines
‘Can Gaines stay healthy? That’s the million dollar question.’
4 things to know about new Buffalo Bills OL Daryl Williams
‘Williams could compete for the team’s starting right tackle job or right guard job this offseason. Regardless of where he settles, Williams adds more talent to the OL room.’
Josh Allen ‘still floating on cloud nine’ over Buffalo Bills adding Stefon Diggs
‘Despite it being over a week and a half since the trade was announced, Allen told Schein that he was still floating on cloud nine.’
Stefon Diggs on Buffalo Bills’ Josh Allen: That guy can play (video)
‘In the last two seasons, Diggs has caught 165 passes for 2,151 yards and 15 touchdowns. He’ll join a wide receiver room that already includes John Brown and Cole Beasley. Diggs, Brown and Beasley are arguably the best wide receiver trio in the AFC and all three are among the best route-runners in the league.’
How Josh Allen, Tremaine Edmunds, other Buffalo Bills are stepping up during COVID-19 crisis
‘In addition to Western New York, some players are also stepping out and stepping up in their communities to provide assistance. Starting linebacker Tremaine Edmunds was seen handing out 1,000 free lunches in Danville, Virginia on Wednesday.’