‘”It was definitely tough trying to learn everything through virtual (instruction) and things like that,” Moss said. “But now we’re getting back out here, and we’ve been repping so many times and just been doing a lot of stuff to get everybody caught back up from that lost time. I think we’ve been doing a good job, from the rookies to everybody on the team, so right now it’s been looking very good and we’re doing a lot of good things.”‘
Archives for August 21, 2020
Bills camp observations: Rookie Tyler Bass shows off his booming leg
‘Bass, the sixth-round draft pick from Georgia Southern, went 6 of 7 on a day when the two place-kickers went back and forth from mostly the same distances. Bass made kicks from 41, 33, 33 44, 52 and 56 yards. He missed wide from 44 yards. The two 50-plus-yarders went through the uprights with at least five yards to spare.’
The newest name of the football field in Orchard Park: Bills Stadium
‘The process could stretch beyond this season as the NFL, its teams and businesses everywhere continue to work through the many challenges and adjustments brought on by the pandemic. Sponsorships have been affected on a variety of levels, especially when it comes to signs and other in-stadium elements. It stands to reason that fewer eyeballs would mean less value to sponsors.’
A chance encounter in Australia led new Bills punter Lachlan Edwards to the NFL
‘“I was going to college in Australia, originally, and we got bored one summer and found an American football at my buddy’s house and we went down to the field and started throwing it,” Edwards began. “Back then I couldn’t really throw it so we just started punting it because I played Australian football and that’s how we moved the ball down the field, we punted it.”’
Maiorana’s Memories: The near on-field death of Kevin Everett still a vivid scene
‘It wasn’t until the next day when it was revealed that living and dying with each play took on a whole new meaning. Not only was Everett paralyzed by the hit, he nearly died on the field, and only the heroic efforts of the Bills’ medical staff prevented what would have been the greatest tragedy in team history, perhaps NFL history.’
Josh Norman suffers leg injury at Buffalo Bills practice
‘Norman walked off with trainers after the play and did not return to the field for any drills. The veteran cornerback remained on the sidelines riding an exercise bike following the injury.’
Bills training camp 2020: Stefon Diggs, Gabriel Davis make huge plays in passing game (Day 4 observations)
‘It’s only been nine months since the last time I walked down the steps inside the stadium. But after a spring/summer full of questions about whether we’d get football in 2020, a field full of Buffalo Bills players for a live practice was a beautiful sight to see.’
Labatt beer offers virtual tailgate with Buffalo Bills Josh Allen, Tre White
‘Labatt Blue Light has recruited Bill’s quarterback Josh Allen and cornerback Tre’Davious White for a promotion in which fans can follow their game-day rituals and preparations via Twitter or Instagram. Those following the players could win Bills and Blue Light branded gear.’
Buffalo Bills’ New Era Field will now be called ‘Bills Stadium’
‘The Buffalo Bills said the Bills Stadium name will be temporary as the team pursues a new naming rights partner. It’s unclear if a deal will be reached before the 2020 NFL season starts.’
Why Barstool Sports is unlikely to get Buffalo Bills stadium naming rights
‘Portnoy and Barstool Sports are now the second group to announce their intention to bid on naming rights via social media. TUSHY, a bidet manufacturer, announced their interest shortly after New Era and the Bills agreed to end their agreement.’
Bills choose `Bills Stadium’ after cutting ties with New Era
‘New Era signage is still visible around the facility, including the company’s name featured on a large billboard along the front of the stadium.’
Buffalo to play in ‘Bills Stadium’ until new sponsor found
‘The stadium was first named Rich Stadium when it opened in 1973 before being renamed Ralph Wilson Stadium in 1998 after the Bills’ former owner.’
Sean McDermott says Josh Allen skepticism is ‘understandable’ but Bills QB has a chance to silence doubters
‘The Bills have done everything they can to put Allen in position to succeed. He has a solid offensive line, a No. 1 wideout in Stefon Diggs, a deep burner in John Brown, and a shifty slot man in Cole Beasley. He’s got a play-caller (Brian Daboll) who seemed to figure some things out down the stretch of last season and should continue to make things easier for Allen as he moves forward. The talent is there to make any throw that exists. It’s a matter of making the right ones, at the right times, and getting the ball in the right location so his guys can catch it and the other guys can’t. We’ll see if he can take advantage.’
Here’s why Josh Allen may have strong statistical season in 2020 without actually improving as Bills QB
‘Allen is a polarizing figure when evaluating quarterbacks as the Bills starter does possess a ton of talent, specifically with his arm strength and rushing ability. When looking at the advanced statistics, however, those numbers are not so kind to the 24-year-old. Last season, PFF gave Allen a 63.9 grade, which put him 27th among all players with at least 250 dropbacks (including postseason).’
Defense, kicking battle highlight in-stadium practice
‘The defense definitely got the better of the offense for most of the morning. They really made it tough for them to move the ball, at times, and even came up with a few turnovers. That said, the offense did have a couple highlight plays, including Duke Williams making another great high-point catch, just as he did earlier in the week, Josh Allen connecting deep with Stefon Diggs, and rookie wide receiver Gabe Davis taking a pass to the end zone for a long touchdown (more on that later). But on a down-to-down basis, the defense was clearly the winner overall.’