‘With former return man Andre Roberts signing with the Texans, the 5-foot-8, 173-pound McKenzie figures to get a chance to take over that role on a full-time basis. McKenzie has averaged an impressive 10.9 yards per punt return since joining the Bills in 2018, with 16 returns gaining 175 yards and one touchdown. He’s also returned 17 kickoffs over that time for 334 yards, an average of 19.6 yards per return.’
Archives for March 24, 2021
Alabama could have record draft haul; Kiper mocks RB Harris to Bills
‘“I think year in and year out, Alabama produces the most NFL-ready players,” said Crimson Tide tight end Miller Forristall, projected to be a late-round pick. “That’s evident by the number of players in the league and their contributions. Coach Saban prepares you better than everyone else.”’
Wide receiver Isaiah McKenzie re-signing with the Bills
‘He becomes the sixth free agent to rejoin the Bills on the heels of linebacker Matt Milano, offensive linemen Daryl Williams and Jon Feliciano, special teams ace Taiwan Jones, linebacker Andre Smith, and cornerback Levi Wallace.’
Bills drafting a running back in first round makes little sense
‘The Bills should not be in a hurry to give up on either of them because while they may not be game-breaking players, they also didn’t get a lot of help from the offensive line last season. It was a unit that saw plenty of upheaval on the interior due to injuries or poor play, and the fivesome the Bills had hoped they’d be lining up with did not play a single snap together.’
Buffalo Bills re-sign Isaiah McKenzie
‘McKenzie’s return was far from a sure thing as the speedy playmaker started to garner interest on the open market as an unrestricted free agent. According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, the Chicago Bears had interest in signing the 25-year-old over the weekend before McKenzie ultimately decided to return to Buffalo.’
Bills’ Dion Dawkins thinks Tom Brady fueled Patriots’ dynasty; says it’s now Buffalo’s era
‘“It’s never easy,” Dawkins said in regards to sustaining success in the NFL. “Every year is extremely hard and our focus isn’t on the Patriots. It never is. Not to say it, but Tom Brady was the Patriots’ whole life and Tom Brady isn’t there. So we have a whole different Patriots team that we need to deal with.”’
NFL mock draft 2021: Mel Kiper Jr. has Bills landing Najee Harris
‘I’m just a big fan of Harris. He runs hard — he led the FBS in forced missed tackles last season — and adds value as a pass-catcher. He will make better the team that drafts him. Buffalo doesn’t have many clear needs, but it has to create better balance on offense to take some of the pressure off quarterback Josh Allen. Harris is an every-down back who can share the load. Offensive line and wide receiver are two more positions that the Bills could target.’
Bills Re-Sign `Gadget’ Receiver/Returner Isaiah McKenzie
‘The 25-year-old established a niche in coordinator Brian Daboll’s creative offensive scheme last season in being used as a situational fourth receiver. He finished with a career-high 30 catches and 282 yards, and scored three times (two TDs receiving and one on a 84-yard punt return) in a season-ending 56-26 win over Miami.’
Bills re-sign wide receiver Isaiah McKenzie to one-year deal
‘Last season, McKenzie was used on several jet sweeps (which were actually counted as receptions because they were tossed in front of Josh Allen), and a reliable target in the passing game overall, finishing with 30 catches for 282 yards and five touchdowns. Those numbers accounted for the best season of his career in each category.’
Bills re-sign free agent WR Isaiah McKenzie
‘According to NFL Network, the deal is worth $1.15 million with $300 thousand guaranteed.’
Bills re-sign WR Isaiah McKenzie
‘McKenzie is coming off the best season of his career in 2020 where he had 30 catches for 282 yards and five touchdowns. His most memorable performance came in the regular season finale against the Dolphins where he scored three touchdowns, one on a punt return he took to the end zone.’
Bills’ WR Isaiah McKenzie announces return to Buffalo
‘McKenzie was a fifth round pick by the Denver Broncos out of the University of Georgia in the 2017 NFL Draft. The Bills claimed McKenzie off waivers in Nov. 2018, and Buffalo re-signed him in the 2020 offseason.’
Bills bring back Isaiah McKenzie
‘McKenzie has been a productive player and a favorite with fans.’
Omaha native and NFL player hosts event for young people with developmental differences
‘”You are what you say you are. You know, believe in yourself and those confidence,” he said, “You want to make sure and be that voice in their ear letting them know how much they’re loved, how independent and appreciated they are.”‘
Bills agree to terms with wide receiver Isaiah McKenzie
‘The receiver recorded 30 catches for 282 yards and produced five touchdowns in 2020. It wasn’t just receiving touchdowns for the dangerous offensive weapon as he returned an 84-yard punt for a touchdown in Week 17 against the Dolphins. Against Arizona, McKenzie threw a 12-yard touchdown pass to quarterback Josh Allen.’