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Archives for March 13, 2021
Bills free agents: Attention shifts to guards, building depth on offensive line
‘This leaves one starting job potentially up for grabs, depending on whether the Bills re-sign guard/backup center Jon Feliciano, who is an unrestricted free agent, and left guard Ike Boettger, who is a restricted free agent.’
Another free agent returns as Bills re-sign OT Daryl Williams to three-year deal
‘“Me and my agent felt very comfortable with the numbers and then the organization is amazing,” Williams told reporters during a Zoom call Friday afternoon. “I told my agent that we definitely wanted to make Buffalo our No. 1 spot if we can make it happen. So I’m glad it did.”’
Buffalo Bills re-sign tackle Daryl Williams to 3-year contract
‘Heading into free agency the prevailing projection was that general manager Brandon Beane would have a difficult time bringing back both Williams and linebacker Matt Milano because of the significant drop in the salary cap. But Beane continues to wave his magic wand, signing Milano earlier this week to a four-year, $44 million deal and now Williams.’
Bills, Daryl Williams agree to 3-year deal
‘Williams took over at right tackle with the Bills, in a move that allowed Cody Ford to switch to right guard.’
Bills’ free agency needs handcuffed by spending limitations
‘Offensive line is a priority, with GM Brandon Beane first focusing on attempting to bring back Feliciano before the market opens. Another candidate to re-sign is McKenzie, whose speed and versatility filled a valuable “gadget” role on offense and special teams. Otherwise, expect the Bills to also consider targeting a mid-priced tight end or cornerback.’
Source: Buffalo Bills agree to three-year contract extension with RT Daryl Williams
‘Originally signed as a depth option at either guard or tackle, Williams started all 16 games at right tackle for Buffalo in 2020, becoming one of its most consistent presences throughout the year. He became a valuable addition considering a preseason injury to Jon Feliciano forced him into the starting lineup — but he thrived from essentially the first day of training camp.’
Bills, Daryl Williams come to terms on three-year extension reportedly worth over $28 million
‘The 102nd pick in the 2015 draft, the 6-foot-6, 330-pound Williams started two games during his rookie season. That season, Williams helped the Panthers win a franchise-record 15 regular-season games en route to an NFC title. Williams broke into the starting lineup in 2016 and made a career-high 16 starts during the 2018 season. After injuries limited him to just one game in 2018, Williams made 12 starts in 2019, his final season with the Panthers.’
Bills re-sign offensive tackle Daryl Williams
‘With Williams locked up, he joins Dion Dawkins, Mitch Morse, Cody Ford, Ryan Bates, Jordan Devey, and Trey Adams as Bills offensive linemen now under contract for 2021. Jon Feliciano, Brian Winters, and Ty Nsekhe are all scheduled to become free agents when the new league year begins March 17 at 4 p.m. ET.’
Buffalo Bills agree to terms with OT Daryl Williams on three-year deal worth over $28M
‘Williams, 28, spent his first five seasons in Carolina with the Panthers, before joining the Bills last season.’
Bills re-sign Daryl Williams
‘Williams signed a one year prove-it deal with the Bills last offseason and it paid off for both sides. The veteran started 18 games at right tackle.’
4 Notable Quotes: Matt Milano
‘Matt Milano: I just told my agent I love Buffalo and I want to be in Buffalo. I love what they’ve got going on there and see if we can make something happen. I think that’s what we did and it was a fair deal for both sides. The culture that’s brewing there right now is unreal. We got a little taste of it last year and in the past four years but it’s cool man it’s something I want to be a part of, something I want to continue on for the next four years.'”
Bills re-sign tackle Daryl Williams to 3-year extension
‘Williams has started 61 of 79 games played in his six-year NFL career.’
Bills’ Milano: “I couldn’t see myself somewhere else”
‘”I couldn’t see myself somewhere else right now, especially what we’ve been building here in Buffalo the last four years. I love it here,” Milano said on Friday, a day after he signed a four-year, $44 million contract extension with the Bills.’
Bills’ Harrison Phillips receives special gift from Rochester business owner
‘”I was like man, this is really cool. I’m bummed I wasn’t able to help you. I’m glad it got where it needed to be. Then he just threw out there hey, you want me to make one for you? And I was like yeah, no-brainer. This thing is sweet,” Phillips said.’