‘Meanwhile, wide receivers Stefon Diggs and Cole Beasley, defensive tackles Ed Oliver and Justin Zimmer, and linebacker Tremaine Edmunds were all listed as limited, once again, on the team’s official injury and participation report.’
Archives for January 14, 2021
McDermott: We’ve done a ‘great job’ playing in big games this season
‘”I think pressure is relative to the person and maybe the situation, but it’s all about how you interpert it. I think our guys have done a great job of playing in games that people would consider big, and in big moments of the game, in particular this past weekend. We try to stay in a routine, and make sure we’re ready to go to perform at a high level.”‘
Testing for Bills fans begins today ahead of divisional round playoff game
‘”There’s been a bunch of meetings to discuss going forward and what we need to do, if there’s anything we need to do differently,” said Jon Cohen, MD, Executive Chairman at BioReference Laboratories.’
Jackson, Ravens come to Buffalo on a roll
‘Once again, the world had underestimated Lamar Jackson. When Jackson returned from quarantine, he appeared different somehow, more emotionally wired, more like the man who won league MVP a year earlier.’
Similarities between Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson start their respect for each other
‘As for Jackson, the criticism came from his style of quarterback play and doubt about whether or not that could translate into becoming a stable force in the pocket and deliver the big throws when needed. At the combine there were even talks about him possibly working out at a different position that he quickly put to rest.’
Limiting production of Ravens running game is key for Bills defense
‘The biggest challenge for the Bills defense against the Ravens is containing quarterback Lamar Jackson who Micah Hyde called one of the “best athletes in the league.”’
Ball security at the top of the list for Bills offense vs. Ravens fumble forcing corners
‘“They do a really good job of taking the ball away in the back end. That’s something that they do better than anybody so we’ve gotta do a good job of taking care of it as well. We know they’re gonna be coming for it,” Bills wide receiver Cole Beasley explained.’
On the other sideline: Lamar Jackson
‘In last week’s Wild Card game against the Tennessee Titans, that have plagued the Ravens for two seasons now, Jackson completed 17 of 24 passes for 179 yards and added 136 yards on 16 carries and a touchdown. He averaged 8.5 yards per carry in the 20-13 comeback win against the Titans, Jackson’s first playoff victory in his young career.’
Bills Injury Report: January 13th
‘WR Stefon Diggs (oblique).’
How Bills Stadium testing could be used as a template to reopen the economy
‘The state piloted its strategy at Bills Stadium last week, when about 7,000 people were tested, using a PCR test, prior to the Bills Wild Card game against the Colts. It resulted in a positivity rate of 1.9%, which is much lower than the regional and statewide rate. Cuomo says early indications are that the event was successful. The pilot is being utilized again this week ahead of the Bills game against the Ravens.’
COVID testing begins ahead of Bills vs. Ravens
‘Testing for more than 6,000 fans began at 6:30 a.m., and it appears to be moving much quicker than it did before the Bills beat the Colts last week.’
Stefon Diggs, Bills prepare for aggressive Ravens defense
‘”For Marcus Peters, we came in at the same time actually,” Diggs said. “I played him in Kansas City as well. He’s been a hell of player since KC. Plays the ball well and has great ball skills. He’s the one that’s doing extremely well.”‘
Bills fans getting tested for COVID-19 ahead of divisional playoff game
‘Fans are responsible to pay for the cost of the test. If the results come back positive, those fans will be reimbursed for their tickets and parking fee.’
Singletary ready to step up as lead back for Bills
‘“This is an opportunity. We’re going to see how it plays out,” said Singletary. “I’m built for it. I’m ready for it. I know the team has confidence in me, I have confidence in me. Whatever way I can, helping the team win that’s what I’ll do.”’
Stefon Diggs and the Bills continue to be a perfect match
‘“It’s been perfect here as far as the people that I’m around. Like my coaching staff not only trusting me but trusting that I’m a guy that they can lean on at times,” said Diggs on Wednesday. “Not only just football but as far as leading guys and holding people accountable.”’