‘“If I didn’t have to go (to community college), I wouldn’t have,” Allen told The Bee then. “I had no Division I offers, and I really felt like I was a Division I football player. Going the JUCO route helped me get to the situation I wanted.”’
Archives for January 2021
Texans to interview Leslie Frazier after AFC title; Bills coordinator in play for next Houston head coach
‘Frazier had an initial interview with the club last week, following Buffalo’s suffocating victory over Baltimore in the Divisional Round, with owner Cal McNair and general manager Nick Caserio both very impressed with Frazier’s work on the field and demeanor and leadership skills, sources said. The team also still has Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy and Ravens passing game coordinator David Culley under consideration for the opening, though it’s worth noting that under the NFL’s tampering regulations regarding head coaching hires, the Texans could have already hired Caldwell, McCown, or Culley for the job.’
Bills denied Eagles permission to interview Brian Daboll prior to Philadelphia hiring Nick Sirianni
‘The Eagles reached out to a Bills official very late last week, seeking to set up an interview with Daboll on short notice, but did not submit a formal request form.’
Josh Allen’s father to miss Bills AFC Championship matchup vs. Chiefs due to COVID-19, per report
‘As Farmer highlight in his piece, Joel and Josh’s mother, LaVonne Allen, “fly all over the country every fall weekend to see” Allen, a California native, play for the Bills. With that devotion to watch Allen live in mind, this is clearly a rough blow for the family as Allen prepares for the biggest game of his professional life. While Joel will remain home, however, LaVonne is making the trip along with a contingent of family and friends, so Allen will still have plenty of loved ones in his corner at Arrowhead.’
Bills Mafia rejoices in long-awaited return to AFC championship game
‘”It seems cliché lately when people say it’s a family thing, but it really is,” he said. “That’s why this year has been a tough one socially. There’s all these people that you love to visit with but you can’t.”‘
Cole Beasley’s rap album shows the other side of Bills wide receiver
‘He considered using an alias, according to ESPN, but decided that he’d just roll with his own name. Beasley’s first album reached No. 7 on the iTunes Hip-Hop/Rap charts.’
Tre’Davious White, drafted by Bills after Chiefs trade, faces tall task covering Tyreek Hill
‘Third time’s the charm, they often say, but for whom? It’s the rubber match, a postseason showdown to take the White vs. Hill matchup from a 1-1 won-loss record to an edge for one of the pair. It’s also Hill’s chance to show he can succeed against White’s coverage.’
Bills elevate Stills, Jackson to active roster
‘Both players are now eligible to be active for the game, but there is still no guarantee either will be. Stills is most likely insurance in case wide receiver Gabriel Davis can’t play due to his ankle injury. Davis missed two days of practice this week, then was limited on Friday and officially listed as “questionable” for the game.’
Opinion: Bills at Chiefs: Sal’s keys, notes and stats
‘When the two teams played back in Week 6, the Bills didn’t blitz a single snap on defense. Their focus on the Chiefs’ passing game led to Kansas City rushing for 245 yards. But it wasn’t just that the Bills didn’t blitz, they were passive all night and never really attacked. Linebackers were too stationary or dropped back too much and often, and looked like they were just waiting for the play to come to them instead of attacking the offense like we’ve seen most of the last couple months. That can’t happen again this weekend. Of course the primary focus should still be on stopping the Chiefs’ passing game, but they’ll have to find a way to do that while also making sure they don’t allow that big rushing game. Also, with Patrick Mahomes’ playing on an injured toe, the Bills should want to test to see how well he can move in, around, and out of the pocket, which means even more aggressiveness and some blitzing.’
WKBW sports staff predicts AFC Championship Game between Bills and Chiefs
‘Buffalo has to limit explosive plays for Kansas City. They did a good job of that back in October, but the running game, chunk plays, and an offense that stalled all hindered the Bills. Buffalo needs December-level football to win this one, and they need a game where Josh Allen blows the doors off. And I think they get just that.’
Bills Hall of Famer Andre Reed travels to KC
‘Reed, who now live in San Diego says he holds Bills Mafia in high regards. Just a couple weeks ago, Reed smashed through a folding table on Twitter in true Bills Mafia fashion.’
Bills Mafia brings the smoke to Chiefs Kingdom
‘”I took the things that I truly love which are Bills football and barbecuing and I combined them,” Frederick Jr. said.” I had to bring it. The second we won that game last Saturday I knew I was coming here instantly.”‘
Niagara Square transformed into Bills Mafia Square, streets named after team ahead of AFC title game
‘Several streets now bear the following names of members of the team.’
Chiefs fan looks just like Andy Reid
‘Almost Andy looks “almost” identical to Chiefs head coach Andy Reid. He says it all started when he needed a Halloween costume. “People started asking for autographs and I thought ‘hey, I’m onto something here,” he said.’
Bills elevate WR Kenny Stills, DB Dane Jackson ahead of AFC Championship
‘He appeared in 10 games for the Texans this year, catching 11 passes for 144 yards and one touchdown. His best game statistically came against the Minnesota Vikings in Week 4, where he caught two passes for 39 yards and the one touchdown.’