‘But Rivers’ shortcomings as a passer and a mover should allow the Bills’ defense to play a key role in allowing Buffalo to advance to the divisional round for the first time in six wild-card appearances since 1996.’
Archives for January 7, 2021
Bills notebook: Stefon Diggs doesn’t practice, but says he’s good to face Colts
‘”I’m cool. No major issues,” Diggs said. “Don’t believe everything you read. I’m just messing. I’m all right though, big guy. Thanks for asking.”‘
Mass Covid testing begins for Bills’ playoff game: ‘It was quick. It was easy.’
‘A steady stream of fans pulled into Lot 4 and were directed toward three, long white tents, each designed to accommodate 10 lanes of traffic. As each vehicle pulled into the tent, a team of lab techs wearing personal protective equipment approached and swirled a swab around the insides of the fans’ nostrils. Then, each fan drove away with instructions to check their email in about a day and half to find out whether they were free of the coronavirus – and could safely attend Saturday’s game.’
Bills-Miami TV rating hits local Super Bowl territory again
‘The Bills’ 56-26 victory over the Miami Dolphins Sunday had a season high 49.52 rating on WIVB-TV (Channel 4), the local CBS affiliate.’
Buffalo holds special place in Frank Reich’s heart, just not on Saturday
‘“This is a business trip,” said Reich. “Fortunately, I have been back to Buffalo a few times since (leaving in 1994) as a player and as a coach. I feel like I’ve gotten all of that out of my system. Love Buffalo, will always love Buffalo, will always be a Bills fan, except for this Saturday for sure.”’
Andrew Cuomo reverses course, won’t attend Buffalo Bills playoff game
‘But Cuomo’s original decision had rankled many Bills fans, who questioned why the governor would be allowed to attend the game when only 6,772 fans — making up about 9% of the stadium’s capacity — would be allowed in.’
Bills’ quarantined quarterback Jake Fromm could be important for playoff stretch
‘“I would say it’s definitely not the most ideal thing for a rookie coming in and really trying to connect with the other guys, but this is the hand I was dealt,” Fromm said earlier this season. “You got to take on the role 100% and head on and I feel like I’m doing the best I can and really try and develop relationships and develop my game on the field as well. It’s definitely not easy. It takes a lot more work than normal and that’s part of it and let’s go play football.”’
Bills’ Stefon Diggs dealing with oblique muscle injury: What exactly is that?
‘Friday’s injury report hasn’t been released yet but will provide more clarity on Diggs’ situation just three days before the Bills (no. 2 seed) host the Indianapolis Colts (no 7 seed) in a Wild Card round matchup at Bills Stadium.’
The Buffalo Bills ‘crowning moment:’ Revisiting ‘The Comeback’ against the Oilers
‘But Reich is most fondly remembered in Upstate New York for his time as Jim Kelly’s backup with the Buffalo Bills and one memorable Sunday afternoon when he delivered one of the greatest comeback stories in the history of sports…again.’
Gov. Cuomo will not attend Buffalo Bills playoff game
‘The news comes just days after Bills fans started a petition calling to ban Cuomo from attending the game. The petition, which was created because the creator felt Cuomo shouldn’t attend because of his political stance for the previous eight home games, has yielded over 35,000 signatures.’
With Beasley banged up, McKenzie’s emergence, Brown’s return come at right time for Bills; Buffalo adds WR Stills
‘Beasley’s ability on option routes and the chemistry he’s developed with Allen on those routes is a big reason why the Bills’ offense has been one of the best in the NFL this season. Even with his absence last week, Beasley currently ranks inside the top-five in terms of receiving yards by a slot receiver, finishing the regular season with 82 catches for 967 yards and four touchdowns. Although he just missed his first career 1,000-yard campaign, Beasley has been as essential to the Bills’ success as any player not named Diggs or Allen.’
Thursday’s Indianapolis Coverage
Colts star Darius Leonard still holds a grudge against Bills for passing on him in 2018 draft (Indianapolis Star)
Insider: Why Colts owner Jim Irsay believes deeply in coach Frank Reich after 3 seasons (Indianapolis Star)
NFL playoffs: Colts face long odds against Bills (Indianapolis Star)
With head coaching interviews on tap, Colts’ coordinator Matt Eberflus focuses on Bills (Indianapolis Star)
Colts LB Darius Leonard named AFC Defensive Player of the Week (Indianapolis Star)
Colts Notebook: Rivers focused on Bills, not legacy (Anderson Herald Bulletin)
Colts’ Matt Eberflus will handle interviews after Bills game (WTTV-TV)
Colts linebacker Darius Leonard named AFC Defensive Player of the Week (WTTV-TV)
Colts LB Darius Leonard named AFC Defensive Player of the Week (WTHR-TV)
Colts Wednesday Notebook: Jonathan Taylor Gets Advice From Edgerrin James (WFNI-AM)
Colts Wednesday Notebook: Preparing For Bills’ High-Powered Passing Attack (Colts.com)
Darius Leonard Named AFC Defensive Player Of The Week (Colts.com)
Colts Sign WR Gary Jennings & RB Benny LeMay To Reserve/Future Contracts (Colts.com)
Gov. Cuomo backs out of Buffalo Bills game, gives ticket to nurse
‘He didn’t identify the lucky fan, who will be one of 6,700 people allowed into Bills Stadium on Saturday afternoon for the squad’s first home playoff game since 1996.’
Bills’ Wealth Of Depth At Receiver Making Opponents Pay
‘Injuries are suddenly catching up to Buffalo, with slot receiver Cole Beasley in jeopardy of missing his second consecutive game with a knee injury, while Diggs (oblique) and McKenzie (ankle) are also nicked up.’
Testing Replaces Tailgating As Bills Set To Welcome Fans
‘The company is converting a portion of the expansive stadium lots into a drive-thru testing site. Tests will be done over 14-hour periods both days, feature 30 lanes to accommodate the number of people showing up and have the results returned within close to a 24-hour period.’