‘”It’s getting real close,” Poloncarz told The Buffalo News. “We have to have a decision by midweek next week just so we know what we have to do for staffing and security purposes, and working with the other agencies we work with, state and federal, to ensure that it’s a safe and secure environment for our fans.”‘
Archives for December 2020
Erik Brady: A Christmas poem for Bills and their fans
‘It was yon Sean McDermott With Josh Allen, who prances. Plus our own Brian Daboll — A gift from St. Francis.’
Given the Bills’ recent success, Sean McDermott’s coaching staff could get poached
‘“One hundred percent,” McDermott said Wednesday during an appearance on WGR-AM (550) radio in Buffalo when asked if he expects his two coordinators to get interviews. “And I would recommend them. I think they’ve both done a phenomenal job. They’ve shown they can lead and do the coordinator job at a high level. I’d hate to lose those guys but understand that when you win and have sustained success like we’ve had the last two seasons, that’s what happens.”’
NY may allow 6,700 fans into Buffalo Bills football game with COVID-19 tests. What to know
‘The plan, which has yet to receive final approval, would involve using rapid COVID-19 tests, which can return results within 15 minutes, for every fan entering the stadium.’
Bills’ Stefon Diggs, Cole Beasley don’t want Brian Daboll to leave for potential head coach job
‘“He’s not going anywhere,” Beasley joked Wednesday when asked what his pitch would be to teams on Daboll’s behalf for potential head coach jobs. “I told him he can’t leave until I’m done. In my mind he’s staying here. I don’t want to talk about that at all.”’
NFL exec poll: Bills’ Sean McDermott, Brandon Beane win HC, Executive of the Year awards in survey
‘After an 11-3 start and an AFC East title, quarterback Josh Allen finds himself in the running for the league’s MVP award. Head coach Sean McDermott and general manager Brandon Beane could also walk away with coach of the year and executive of the year honors, respectively.’
Josh Allen knows Bills Mafia will do anything to be able to attend playoff game
‘“I know they’re chomping at the bit to get back in there,” Allen said. “Whatever needs to get done to get it done, I know Bills Mafia would be willing to do it in order to get in the stadium. Fingers are crossed for that one.”’
NY considering plan to allow 6,700 fans at Bills playoff game with testing, contact tracing, Cuomo says
‘Contact tracing would take place after the game to determine if and how the game spread the coronavirus, Cuomo said.’
Cuomo details plan that would allow 6,700 fans to attend Bills’ upcoming home playoff game
‘“This would be a demonstration project. It’s a public health model, and it’s never been done anywhere in the country before,” said NYS Health Commissioner Dr. Howard Zucker during Wednesday’s press conference. “As the Gov. mentioned, we will work with the team to get all the fans tested who are coming in beforehand – 6,700 people prior to the game.”’
Sciria: Buffalo Bills should allow fans at NFL playoff game under right conditions
‘The fact is that numerous NFL teams have hosted a limited number of fans at games all season and I haven’t heard of a single massive outbreak linked to one.’
State Eyes Possible Return Of Fans To Bills Game
‘The problem, Zucker said, is controlling what fans do before entering the stadium. As an example, he noted the thousands of fans who greeted the team at the airport following their win Saturday over the Denver Broncos.’
Cuomo pushing for fans at Bills playoff games in COVID-19 testing experiment
‘“We’re looking to test a hypothesis,” Gov. Andrew Cuomo said. “The National Football League currently does games without testing. The Buffalo Bills are going to have a playoff game. … Could we allow fans to the game with testing and then contact trace after the game? That’s what the Department of Health has been working on.”’
Editorial: Governor fumbles Bills decision
‘This is the same governor who practically made it against the law to have Thanksgiving dinner last month. This is the governor who wants to prevent flights to New York from the United Kingdom in order to stop a new, more contagious strain of the virus from infecting the state.’
Patriots should take a page out of Bills playbook when it comes to receiving corps
‘Heading into the 2020 season, the Bills had a decent group of receivers to complement their young gun quarterback Josh Allen, but didn’t have a game-changer in the stable. They didn’t have that stud who would not only make the receiving corps better collectively, but also help Allen develop into a top 10 quarterback in the league. So during the offseason, Bills GM Brandon Beane went out and got one.’
Patriots Pro Bowler Matthew Slater: Hall of Fame conversation needs to begin with Steve Tasker
‘“I think that if you want to start having those conversations they need to be had with the name Steve Tasker because I think he paved the way for us to play the game,” Slater said on a video conference Wednesday. “Do I think Steve deserves a place there? Yes, absolutely. But, what my career is and how people view me as a player that is not something I think about at all. How men view you has never really been something that has been part of my creed and although I am humbled by it, it’s important that I continue to try and represent myself and my family the best way I can on and off the football field.”’