‘”It’s a pretty big planning process and logistics process to get this all in place,” Dr. Jon Cohen, Executive Chairman of BioReference, said.’
Archives for January 2021
Wegmans to donate to Josh Norman’s ‘Buffalo Business Blitz’ in support of small businesses
‘The Buffalo Business Blitz was created by Norman in partnership with the City of Buffalo to help small businesses in need due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Norman announced an initial donation of $25,000, his goal is $1 million with $2,500 going to each business that applies.’
Thousands sign change.org petition to ban Gov. Cuomo from Bills Stadium
‘”So Cuomo is going to attend our playoff game after telling us that we can only attend at less than 10% capacity? If he thinks he has more right to a seat in that stadium over people who have waited over 20 years for this opportunity, then people better be there to protest his entry. This is OUR team! This is OUR home. We don’t want you here.”‘
More praise coming for Allen after he breaks franchise passing record
‘Drew Bledsoe took to Twitter late Monday night to congratulate Allen for breaking the Bills single-season passing record he set back in 2002.’
Bills activate TE Tyler Kroft, sign WR Kenny Stills and WR Tanner Gentry to practice squad
‘An eight-year veteran in the league, Stills started his NFL career with the New Orleans Saints where he spent his first two seasons before making the move to Miami where he played four seasons with the Dolphins. Stills has played the last two seasons in Houston. He has recorded 4,843 yards on 310 receptions for 37 touchdowns.’
Stopping the run is Job One for Bills
‘Oh, and Indianapolis, which will travel to Buffalo for a wild-card game on Saturday, was one of the hottest rushing teams in the league down the stretch. The Colts rushed for 185 yards a game over their last four games, with rookie Jonathan Taylor breaking out for 560 during that stretch.’
Bills OC Brian Daboll not focused potential head coaching jobs
‘“When you win people want a piece of winners and success and I get that. I think those things will be handled in an appropriate manner at the appropriate time,” McDermott said.’
Frank Reich’s return to Buffalo is a ‘business trip’ for Wild Card weekend
‘“Obviously it’s a special place for Linda and I and our family, two of our girls were born there but this is a business trip. Fortunately I’ve been back to Buffalo a few times since as a player and as a coach. I feel like I’ve gotten all that out of my system,” Reich said.’
Testing for fans with Bills Wild Card tickets to begin Wednesday Morning
‘A spokesperson for BioReference, the firm which is conducting the testing, tells News 4 the testing will take place between 6:30 a.m. and 9 p.m. on both days. The testing will take place in Lot 4 of the Bills Stadium parking lot, where temporary structures are being constructed. All fans must pass a BioReference test and show proof at the gate Saturday to get into Bills Stadium. On Monday, emails which include a link to pre-register for a test are being sent to ticket holders.’
Bills fan calls on Buffalo to name a street for Josh Allen
‘“He just plays with a lot of heart and he’s brought the Bills Mafia and the entire community so much happiness in a short period of time,” Peel said.’
Colts fans donate to Patricia Allen Fund at Oishei after Bills win clinches them a playoff spot
‘“Yesterday was the hardest I’ve ever rooted for them and cheered every time they scored,” Palmer said.’
In his 17th season, Colts QB Philip Rivers is still a weapon
‘“He’s as good as there is out there, I believe. He’s shown that, he’s gotten his team to the playoffs,” Bills head coach Sean McDermott said. “He’s got weapons around him, in front of him. He’s smart, sees it all. You look at the quarterbacks in the playoffs, these teams didn’t get there on their own. It’s a quarterback-driven league. He continues to play at a very high level.”’
Ex Buffalo Bills excited for this year’s squad as it embarks on playoff run
‘He also sees similarities between the current crop of Bills receivers lead by Pro Bowl starter Stefon Diggs (who also set team records this year for receptions and yardage) and the trio which he played with, which included Hall of Famers Andre Reed and James Lofton.’
Preparations begin to conduct COVID-19 testing of Bills fans ahead of Wild Card playoff game
‘”It is probably the first mandatory fan testing program in the country,” said Dr. Jon Cohen, the executive chairman of BioReference, the company that’s doing the testing.’
NFL teams request head coach interviews with Bills OC Daboll
‘NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported Monday the New York Jets have requested to interview Daboll for their head coaching position after firing Adam Gase.’