‘Rather than head to the locker room to sulk following the L, Diggs stood on the field in Arrowhead Stadium, the only Bills player to do so, observing Kansas City’s celebration from afar. You can probably file this under Michael Jordan’s “and I took that personally.”‘
Archives for January 26, 2021
Opinion: Bills offense fails its biggest test of the season
‘The disappointing part was the performance of the Bills offense and the coaching.’
Opinion: The Big Picture: Joy and hurt are all part of the journey
‘I don’t think most of us got to a place where we thought about the season ending, and what it would look like, and what it would feel like. Especially not the way it did – with a team that just didn’t look the same as what we’ve seen most of the season. A team that seemingly coached not to lose instead of being aggressive to give them more of a chance to win. A team that couldn’t execute on offense at nearly the same level they had for most of the season. An MVP-caliber quarterback who looked uncomfortable at times, and wide receivers who couldn’t get open like they have for most of the last 18 games.’
Bills WR Cole Beasley finished season playing with “broken fibula”
‘Beasley was injured in that Monday night game and later limped to the bench to be looked at by trainers. The next week he was listed as week-to-week and missed the team’s regular season finale against the Miami Dolphins. While he was limited leading up to the team’s Wild Card game against Indianapolis, Beasley said there was no way he was missing the postseason.’
Bove: Thanks for a much needed distraction
‘Yet none of those accomplishments match what this team did for the fan base. They rejuvenated a region and most importantly, they gave Bills Mafia hope. From September until nearly February they were the perfect distraction. Besides, the Bills trip to the Super Bowl will be that much sweeter when they seal the deal in Orchard Park with a full stadium. Welcome to the off-season, but take a minute to appreciate all the memories from the past five months.’
Hundreds of fans meet the Buffalo Bills at the airport after loss in AFC Championship
‘The team’s plane arrived at about 2:30 Monday morning, but fans were at the airport hours earlier doing what they do best — celebrating. They were breaking tables and singing songs, all to commemorate a season no fan will ever forget.’
Bills fans thankful for record setting season
‘”I wouldn’t trade any part of this season for anything through every single game every play, this team gave us something to really enjoy this year,” Bills fan Dan Konopsky said.’
Bills WR Cole Beasley played through broken fibula during playoffs
‘“I broke my fibula but it’s nothing that needs to be surgically repaired. It’s not a full break. It was bad the first game I played but after that you take a few meds and suck it up,” Beasley told reporters on the team’s locker cleanout zoom call Monday afternoon.’
Cuomo thanks Bills for the deep playoff run
‘“Yes, we would have liked a different outcome But that does not diminish the accomplishment that was achieved by this team,” Cuomo said.’
Hamburg neighborhood creates Buffalo Bills themed snow sculptures
‘Camp’s wife came up with the idea of getting the neighborhood to build Buffalo Bills themed ice and snow sculptures. Over the weekend around 20 houses participated.’
Bills fan in Tennessee breaks table to celebrate beating cancer
‘The team’s success gave his wife an idea. Instead of just driving home after ringing the bell, head outside, throw on a Bills helmet and do what any member of Bills Mafia would do after the biggest fight of their life. Victor might just be the greatest table-breaker of all time. The video has been viewed more than a million times on social media since being posted Friday afternoon. His grit and determination mirror’s the team’s devotion to the game this season.’
Buffalo Bills’ Cole Beasley played through broken fibula in the postseason
‘”There’s no way I was going to miss the playoff game, especially after watching Week 17,” Beasley said Monday over a video call with reporters.’
Buffalo Bills fans, former players looking back and ahead
‘”The defense. The Chiefs, I don’t know what’s going on,” he said. “Go Bills. Hopefully next year everything will fly by night.”‘
Bills Mafia welcomes team home at the airport
‘The fans cheered as the team walked down the stairs of the plane. The players remained distant, walking into a nearby building. Chants of “M.V.P…. M.V.P.” could be heard as quarterback Josh Allen came into view. The QB was mostly hanging his head, but looked up to acknowledge the crowd a few times before he left their sight.’
Bills fans continue the legacy of Pancho Billa, donating more than $9,000 to The Teacher’s Desk
‘”I’m getting emotional it’s amazing I seriously love this city, the city of givers, the city of love,” said Veronica Borjon, Pancho’s girlfriend.’