‘Dawkins, 25, fits into the Buffalo community because he’s built differently, as well. He stands out — and not only because of his 6-foot-5, 320-pound frame. The Rahway, New Jersey, native has built a persona centered on his unique personality — through a series of catchphrases (“shnow” wasn’t a typo), merchandise, and even his own signature macaroni and cheese dish.’
Archives for August 14, 2020
Bills, Sabres co-owner Kim Pegula: Impact of diversity felt throughout an organization
‘When people ask me why diversity matters, I tell them to spend a week with my husband and me. Terry and I are diverse in age (18 years), ethnicity (white/Asian) as well as a variety of other traits (I like chocolate/he likes vanilla). But those differences, when combined, are our biggest strength. They’ve gotten us through 27 years of marriage, raising three kids and leading multiple businesses. It’s served us well having two owners to look at situations differently, hear different points of view and bring different ideas to the table. Sometimes we arrive at the same answer, sometimes we don’t, and sometimes we are both wrong. After all, no matter how diverse we are, we are both still human.’
Bills sign starting left tackle Dion Dawkins to four-year extension for a reported $60 million
‘The $15 million average annual value to Dawkins’ extension does put him among the elite left tackles in the NFL and within the top-10 when looking at AAV. It’s also a massive leap from that four-year, $4.2 million rookie contract he is just wrapping up as a second-rounder. Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network relays that Dawkins will see $34 million guaranteed in this new deal.’
Buffalo Bills Coach Sean McDermott Rewarded With Multi-Year Contract Extension
‘The Bills are now in a position where many regard them as favorites to win the AFC East title. The 46-year-old McDermott has a 25-23 record across three seasons. But he is 0-2 in the playoffs, and that’s a record he needs to improve on.’
Bills sign tackle Dion Dawkins to a four-year contract extension
‘Without more specific details on the deal just yet, Dawkins’ contract averages $15 million per-season, which would make him the fifth-highest paid left tackle in the National Football League. That would put Dawkins just behind Houston Texans tackle Laremy Tunsil, Indianapolis Colts tackle Anthony Castonzo, Tennessee Titans tackle Taylor Lewan, and New York Giants tackle Nate Solder.’
Sean McDermott: “I’m here to win a world championship”
‘”We all had time as a world, to have some family time, some down time through the quarantine months. I’ve had time to reflect on where we started here, to where we are now… There’s more work ahead. The reason I came here was to bring a world championship to this team, this city, and this fan base. That’s what I’m here to do.”‘
Trusting the process
‘While I’m not a huge believer in the culture angle, he has led the way in getting everyone in the organization to pull in the same direction. Players seem to love playing for him, and I think it’s due, in part, to McDermott creating a feeling of family and inclusiveness. It isn’t a typical boss/worker relationship. Players know they have a voice in matters concerning them. That open door policy goes a long way towards getting the most of out of players.’
Dion Dawkins agrees to four-year, $60M deal with Bills
‘“We hear about guys all of the time that get paid, and then they fall off. And believe me, if I can say it, I’m going to say it, it will not be me,” Dawkins said Thursday. “I will do everything to fight so it will never be me. I’m going to earn every bit of this contract and I’m going to do everything and anything that I can to help this program and organization win on the field and off.”’
Bills sign Dion Dawkins to four-year extension
‘“It’s just a blessing to be a part of it. McDermott came in here and preached trust and respect the process, respect your peers, and believe in yourself. The Pegulas locked in our head sphere, Sean McDermott, it just shows that we’re preaching what we say and we’re just taking it one step at a time and I’m just one piece of the puzzle.”’
Josh Allen: “We’re ready to go full speed”
‘“We’re finally getting guys back, finally getting full speed routes and reps with everybody, we’re not where we want to be by any term, so we’re still diving into our playbook, seeing what works and what doesn’t work, what guys can and can’t do,” Bills quarterback Josh Allen said.’
Injuries behind him, Mitch Morse ready for smoother start to second year with Bills
‘“It was not the most ideal for me coming in going back-to-back having surgery and then having a concussion during training camp so we didn’t get to work that much maybe six practices before the first game last year, not to make any excuses,” Morse said on a zoom call with reporters.’
Bills DT Ed Oliver looking to build off 2019 strong second half
‘“I learned a lot from my first year, basically how they block guys like me. I really learned a lot towards the end of last year so I’m just expecting to start off where I left off last year and if I can do that I’ll be in great shape,” Oliver said on a zoom call with reporters.’
Bills contract extentions: Brandon Beane, you’re up
‘Now we’re on Beane Watch. It’s only a matter of time before the Bills sign Beane to a contract extension, and they should do so soon.’
Bills left tackle Dion Dawkins signs 4-year extension
‘The team and Dawkins have reached an agreement on a four-year deal that keeps Dawkins in Buffalo through the 2024 season.’
McDermott: ‘Our goal is to bring a championship to this city and our fans’
‘“I’m very grateful for the help I’ve gotten. It hasn’t been an easy lift, but there’s more work ahead. Our goal is to bring a championship to this city and our fans.”’