‘”It’s going to be tough,” Bills receiver Stefon Diggs said. “We knew we (NFL) would hit this road block. Somebody in the league was going to have to go through it, and hopefully it goes smooth sailing, and they can be an example for the next guy in case something.”‘
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Gov. Cuomo: I’m 100% eager to get fans back into games
‘”I’m going to go out and take a tour of the stadium, and meet with the team leadership, and talk it through to see if there is a way with the design of the stadium to get people in and out without causing a gathering,” he said.’
Bills have ‘antennas raised’ after COVID issues impact next two opponents
‘“I think the NFL did a good job of taking the precautions based off of what happened with the Vikings and the Titans,” said safety Jordan Poyer. “But you never know. One day you come in here and there could five or six guys [testing positive], the same way things happened with the Titans. We come in here every day doing the precautions that we’re supposed to be doing.”’
Daboll has ‘love’ of Bills players
‘New Bills wideout Stefon Diggs puts Daboll at the top of the list when it comes to creativity. Diggs does not describe Daboll as a guy who is reinventing the wheel. The better analogy for Daboll is a guy who helps keep the wheel rolling in whatever direction it wants to go.’
New week, same motto for McDermott and the Bills
‘On Wednesday, McDermott was asked about Raiders players attending an event in apparent violation of the agreed NFL-NFLPA COVID-19 protocols. “It’s unfortunate,” said McDermott. “What we’re trying to do is control what we can control.”‘
McDermott’s respect for Gruden is “off the charts”
‘The two of them worked on the same staff in Philadelphia where McDermott cut his teeth in the NFL. Gruden was the offensive coordinator and said even at that time, “he was ahead of the curve.”
Allen on the Bills red-hot offense: “It’s fun to be out there”
‘”We were always very hopeful and optimistic about the guys we brought in,” said Josh Allen, who is second in the league in passing yards.’
Allen admits he’s aware of the ‘Josh Allen Apology’ forms
‘On Wednesday, Allen admitted that he has seen the form but once again took the high road with critics.’
Stefon all smiles with his new Diggs in Buffalo
‘”I think it’s more so a test to the people around me. They make football fun and coach Daboll makes it a lot of fun as well,” smiled Diggs. “It’s something I’m happy to be a part of.”‘
Bills’ Sunday road game in question after Raiders fined for COVID-19 violations
‘”Guys have mentioned it in the locker room too so, it raises a lot of antennas but I think that as long as you take the proper precautions and do everything we’re supposed to do and not be selfish with it we’ll be fine,” White said. “If you think about other people, which our teammates have been doing, I feel like we’ll be ok.”‘
Cuomo looking at allowing fans into Bills’ stadium
‘According to the governor, he will be taking a tour of the stadium and it’s being looked at “very seriously.” Cuomo says seating isn’t the main issue, the question is getting fans in and out of the stadium without crowding.’
4 things we learned from Sean McDermott about Bills-Raiders week
‘Buffalo Bills wide receiver John Brown will not practice with the team Wednesday, head coach Sean McDermott announced. McDermott mentioned that cornerback Josh Norman would practice with the team but his injured reserve designation would not change at this point.’
What Josh Allen, Tre’Davious White + others had to say about Bills-Raiders week
‘”They [have] very young, they’re very talented, very athletic players especially on the back end,” Allen said. “They’ve got guys that can fly around. They’re going to come up and they’ll pop you, so we’ve got to be prepared for that. Obviously, they’ve got the two second-year guys in Ferrell and Mad Maxx. They’re two guys who get to the passer pretty early and often, I’ll say.”‘
Top 5 storylines fans need to follow for Bills at Raiders | Week 4
‘It’s the Bills first of four games against AFC West teams. The Raiders are second in the division at 2-1, while the Chiefs lead the division. It’s a 2,265 mile trip to make it to Las Vegas from Orchard Park. Even though it’s a longer road trip than Miami, McDermott said traveling protocols due to COVID-19 will be the same.’
Bills Today | Bleacher Report calls this rookie a hidden gem for Buffalo
‘The former UCF standout has caught all seven passes thrown his way for 103 yards, four first downs, and a touchdown. He had four catches for 81 yards in Week 3 alone. He also drew a pass interference penalty on 4th-and-8 to help set up Buffalo’s game-winning touchdown.