‘“When you’re face to face with a guy, you’re not just face to face,” said Trevor Matich, an ESPN analyst who played center and long snapper for 12 NFL seasons from 1985 to ’96. “You smash your face back into his, and it’s a sudden stop for both of you. And your face stops, but what’s on your face keeps going, and so particles of spit, sweat, tears, blood if you’re bleeding, whatever. As a lineman, your potential for what is being called a ‘viral load’ close to you is high.”’
Archives for August 2020
‘Counterfeit Bills’ didn’t yield dividends in Hall of Fame game
‘The 1974 edition was memorable mostly for who wasn’t there. As a hand-lettered sign in the stands put it: “Hey, Hey. Where’s O.J.?”’
Bills make it official: They have signed veteran offensive guard Brian Winters
‘With Jon Feliciano out perhaps half the season or possibly more due to a torn pectoral muscle, Winters would seem to be the frontrunner to step into his starting position.’
Bills fans can breathe a sigh of relief: Tre’Davious White decides he’s playing in 2020
‘Further, no other players chose to sit out, so the Bills will now move forward minus just two players who decided to opt out – defensive tackle Star Lotulelei and cornerback E.J. Gaines.’
Josh Norman signed with the Bills because he sees a team ready to win a championship
‘“Oh man, it’s a night and day perception from, you know, one of the worst to one of the best,” Norman said Thursday. “It definitely has changed its face for sure. Who has the biggest change of a franchise? Buffalo’s got to be at the top, without a doubt.’
‘OH THANK GOD:’ Bills Mafia reacts to Tre White deciding to play in 2020
‘White’s decision to play or opt out went all the way to Thursday’s 4 p,m, deadline. Shortly after the deadline passed, ESPN’s Chris Mortensen reported that White had decided to play this season.’
Report: Bills CB Tre’Davious White didn’t opt out before 4 p.m. deadline
‘White is expected to play for the Bills this season after multiple reports confirmed the initial report from ESPN’s Chris Mortensen. White said on Wednesday that he was still undecided on whether he wanted to play and wanted to take until the deadline to make his final decision.’
Buffalo Bills activate CB Dane Jackson off Reserve/COVID list, make Brian Winters signing official
‘In addition to activating Jackson, Buffalo also made the signing of guard Brian Winters official. The contract is a one-year deal worth $3 million dollars. Two million dollars of the contract are guaranteed.’
Bills’ DB White will play 2020 NFL season
‘After speaking with the media on Wednesday, it was unknown whether or not White was set to play in the 2020 campaign, but that possibility was put to rest when ESPN’s Chris Mortensen reported White would not opt-out and the Bills later confirmed the news.’
Winters signs with Bills after being released by Jets
‘The Bills have an immediate need at right guard with returning starter Jon Feliciano expected to miss up to three months after having surgery last week to repair a torn pectoral muscle.’
Bills’ Tre’Davious White doesn’t opt out after hints
‘White was drafted in the first round of the 2017 NFL draft and is considered one of the top cornerbacks in the league. He is the cornerstone of a Bills unit that has been among the top three scoring defenses over the past two seasons and is a big reason Buffalo is widely believed to be an AFC title contender in 2020.’
Bills’ Tre’Davious White blasts fans criticizing his opt-out deliberation: ‘You guys are selfish’
‘Unfortunately, it’s unlikely White’s message will resonate with the people at whom it’s aimed: Anyone who would criticize a player for prioritizing his health and family over football likely can’t be reasoned with in the first place.’
Report: Tre’Davious White does not opt out of 2020 season
‘White will be entering the fourth-year of his rookie contract, set to earn $1.8 million in base salary this season. The Bills have also exercised their fifth-year option on White for 2021, meaning he is under contract for two more seasons. He’s set to earn over $10 million in 2021 if he plays on his current contract. However, White is most likely looking at a massive extension some time soon. The team has publicly stated they would like to lock him up long-term.’
Report: Tre’Davious White makes decision, will play football in 2020
‘The report comes on NFL’s opt-out deadline day and just 24 hours after White told reporters he was undecided on whether he would play.’
Bills CB Tre’Davious White will play in 2020
‘And exhale Bills Mafia.’