‘The Bills were aggressive in every way Monday, going for it on fourth down, running a fake punt, calling deep balls into the second half, etc. Sean McDermott will never come out and say it, but an undeniable statement was made Monday: The AFC East belongs to the Bills now.’
Archives for December 2020
Cuomo: More vaccine on the way as WNY posts improving Covid-19 numbers
‘Cuomo said the “pilot plan” being designed by state health officials is “not just about attending a football game,” but has the potential to guide planning for future business reopenings.’
Alan Pergament: ESPN’s ‘Home Alone’/Josh Allen takeoff has Buffalo angle
‘It was created by an ESPN team led by Buffalo native Michael Szykowny, the senior director of the sports network’s Creative Studio.’
A nearly flawless night as Bills roll over Patriots to complete season sweep
‘“I think when you’re executing and scoring points, it’s hard to do in this league,” said center Mitch Morse. “It’s extremely gratifying to see your hard work put to the test. And our defense put us in some great situations. I thought they played red hot today. … It was just a total team win.”’
Bills report card: Josh Allen-Stefon Diggs duo has been fun to watch, impossible to defend
‘Allen will not win the league MVP award, but there’s no one right now who can say that Aaron Rodgers or Patrick Mahomes have played better than him in the second half of the season.’
Stefon Diggs, Josh Allen rewriting Buffalo Bills record book; Buffalo crushes Patriots 38-9: Instant observations
‘Diggs continues to be a problem for opposing defensive coordinators. The Bills have targeted their no. 1 receiver at least 10 times in the last four games and he continues to reward Allen and offensive coordinator Brian Daboll. Diggs caught nine passes for 145 yards and three touchdowns in perhaps his most dominant performance in a season filled with them. Allen’s trust in Diggs is apparent in the throws he makes in his direction. On the run, into double coverage – it doesn’t matter. Diggs’ addition to the Buffalo offense has transformed it into one of the most difficult units to deal with in the NFL. Diggs’ second touchdown was jaw-dropping. He caught the ball around the 5-yard line with two Patriots defenders draped on him. He took a hit, lowered his shoulder pads, broke through the attempted tackle and strolled into the end zone. Diggs is now at 1,459 receiving yards with one game left to go. Diggs has put together the greatest single season in Bills history after coming over from Minnesota in a trade in a Covid-shortened offseason. His production is really something.’
Bills’ Josh Allen delivers knockout punch to Patriots’ season (12 reasons to be encouraged, 2 reasons to be worried)
‘Buffalo gave up a few big runs early in the game and ended up allowing 145 yards (6.0 YPC) and one score on the ground to New England. The unit eventually settled in, but their run defense woes flashed a bit on Monday night.’
Josh Allen, Bills make changing of the guard official vs. Patriots in 38-9 beatdown (Week 16 report card)
‘A fake punt from your own 35-yard line in a 3-3 game?! Looking for a play that showed the official changing of the guard in the AFC East? This was it.’
Bills’ Jerry Hughes on blowout win vs. Patriots: ‘Nice feeling to return punch in the face’
‘“I was telling some of the guys on the sideline, I haven’t had this feeling in Foxborough ever,” Hughes said after the Bills’ 38-9 shellacking of the Patriots. “This was a nice feeling to come back here in this stadium and return a nice punch in the face. It felt good.”’
Relax: Bills’ Stefon Diggs on altercation with Patriots’ J.C. Jackson
‘So what happened after the play? According to Diggs, Jackson told the Bills’ No. 1 receiver not to test him on the field. Diggs did not want to get into the specifics of what he said in response to Jackson, but added that part of his message to the cornerback was to relax.’
Bill Belichick ‘wasn’t buying’ Josh Allen hype ahead of Bills- Patriots MNF showdown
‘On Belichick’s media conference call this week, Belichick was asked about Allen and his breakout season. He simply said all players get better from their rookie year as they continue to develop.’
Bills at Patriots Inactives: Trent Murphy out again, John Brown added to Reserve/COVID list
‘Fromm has been on this list all season. The rookie quarterback has been isolated from his teammates in the event of a COVID outbreak so he could serve as an emergency QB. This season will essentially be a redshirt year for Fromm. Webb, despite being elevated from the team’s practice squad will also be inactive for tonight’s matchup.’
Donations now over $1 million in honor of Bills’ Josh Allen’s grandmother
‘“I am grateful to be able to make this gift in honor of my late parents, Frederick D. and Joan R. McCollum. My parents loved their family, their hometown and we grew up knowing Sundays were made for Buffalo Bills football!” McCollum said the Oishei announcement statement. “They’d be proud to know they are joining the Bills Mafia in honoring Josh Allen’s own grandmother and in doing great things for the kids in Buffalo.”’
Cuomo says effort to put Buffalo Bills fans in stadium is about more than football
‘Cuomo says effort to put Buffalo Bills fans in stadium is about more than football’
Five takeaways: Allen and Diggs combine for historic night, propel Bills to thrashing win over Patriots
‘The way that Daboll has used McKenzie this season has been impactful, and while it would be unwise to call for McKenzie to become a focal point of the offense, it seems like just a matter of time before he breaks through with a big play in a big spot.’