‘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.’
Archives for March 2020
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.’
NFL Draft 2020: 10 realistic targets for Buffalo Bills in 2nd round
‘The top needs remaining after a defensive-heavy free agency period are along the offensive line, at running back, cornerback and edge rusher. The Bills do have some depth on their defensive line after adding Carolina’s Mario Addison and Vernon Butler, and Seattle Quinton Jefferson to replace Shaq Lawson (Miami) and Jordan Phillips (Arizona). But their top three edge rushers are over 30 and they need to get younger at the position.’
Demos: So far, so good for Bills in free agency
‘With the COVID-19 pandemic putting many things in the sports world on hold, though, it’ll be interesting to see if the Bills can get a deal together to keep their best player in town before the 2020 season kicks off. That’s if we even get a 2020 season.’
Bills Agree To Sign Cornerback Gaines, Tackle Daryl Williams
‘Ford started 15 games during his rookie season at right tackle, but coach Sean McDermott hasn’t ruled out the possibility of him shifting positions. Williams started 41 games for Carolina and is also familiar to McDermott and Bills general manager Brandon Beane, after the two previously worked for the Panthers before arriving in Buffalo in 2017.’
Buffalo Bills Lineman Jon Feliciano Helps His Hometown To Soften COVID-19’s Blow
‘“Individuals, especially those in low-income households, are being blindsided by the impact that this pandemic is having on all our communities,” said Feliciano, who started all 16 games for Buffalo last season.’
Bills sign OL Daryl Williams to 1-year deal
‘Before his injury in 2018, Williams had been in line for a big contract after a 2017 season in which he started 16 games for the Panthers at right tackle. Pro Football Focus gave the 2015 fourth-round pick out of Oklahoma a grade of 78.0 that ranked third among right tackles in the NFL.’
Bills to bring back CB EJ Gaines for third stint with team
‘When healthy, Gaines is a terrific fit for Sean McDermott’s and Leslie Frazier’s defense. He’s very good in zone coverage, something the Bills play a lot of, understanding angles and help. He’s also an excellent tackler, which McDermott values immensely in his cornerbacks. They were a much better defense and overall team when he was actually on the field in 2017, McDermott and Frazier’s first year in Buffalo as coaches.’