‘The additions of Lee and Adams give the Bills some veteran depth options behind presumed starters Tremaine Edmunds and Matt Milano. The Bills also return A.J. Klein, Tyrel Dodson, Tyler Matakevich and Andre Smith from last year’s roster.’
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Star receivers who Bills could have to defend post big pro days
‘ESPN analyst Mel Kiper calls Pitts is the highest-rated tight end he ever has graded. Chase is one of the top three wide receivers in the draft, along with the Alabama duo of DeVonta Smith and Jaylen Waddle. Chase sat out the 2020 season, but had a great year in 2019, catching 84 passes for 1,780 yards and 20 touchdowns.’
Browns’ J.C. Tretter: ‘The NFL doesn’t get to decide when the pandemic is over’
‘”I think, to start, we’re not normal,” Tretter, a Western New York native and former standout football player at Akron High School, said during a conference call Wednesday with reporters. “I think we need to start there, and we can’t get too far ahead of ourselves.”‘
Bills sign two free agent linebackers: Tyrell Adams and Marquel Lee
‘Adams has had a circuitous start to his NFL career. If you look at his Pro Football Reference page, his name has been involved in nearly 30 transactions since he first entered the league as an undrafted free agent in 2015 out of Division II school West Georgia. That includes being signed, being waived, and being cut.’
Who is Bills’ Marquel Lee? 4 things to know about Buffalo’s new LB
‘One of the players that Lee battled for the starting middle linebacker job in 2017 was Tyrell Adams, the linebacker Buffalo signed earlier in the day. The linebackers could be in a battle again in 2021. This time, however, the two will compete for a depth role.’
Bills sign Tyrell Adams: 5 things to know about new LB
‘The Bills now have seven linebackers on the roster. General manager Brandon Beane re-signed starter Matt Milano right before the start of free agency. Buffalo also brought back depth piece Andre Smith, who primarily plays special teams, on a modest two-year deal. Tyler Matakevich restructured his deal to help the Bills shrink his cap hit in 2021, extending the deal by one season.’
Bills Add LB Depth By Signing Tyrell Adams And Marquel Lee
‘The two are expected to compete for depth roles behind starters Tremaine Edmunds and Matt Milano, and veteran backup A.J. Klein.’
Bills sign linebacker Marquel Lee
‘Lee comes to the Bills after spending his first four NFL seasons with the Las Vegas Raiders. From 2017 to 2019, Lee appeared in 34 games, including 19 starts. He totaled 104 total tackles, including six for loss.’
Bills sign linebacker Tyrell Adams
‘Adams finished 12th in the entire NFL in 2020 with 122 total tackles, including five for loss, adding two sacks, three quarterback hurries, four pass breakups, two forced fumbles, and a fumble recovery. He had 17 total tackles and two forced fumbles on Thanksgiving Day this year against the Detroit Lions.’
Opinion: How each Bills free agent addition fits the roster
‘Sanders is essentially a replacement for John Brown, who brought a lot of speed to the offense. Sanders doesn’t possess that type of high-end speed, but he gives the offense a bit more flexibility with his own ability to play both outside and in the slot. He’s also stronger and more physical than Brown, something the Bills need a bit more of from their receivers considering how some teams have been able to play physical against them. I expect him to be a regular in the Bills offense, sharing time with Gabriel Davis opposite Stefon Diggs, as well as seeing snaps in the slot.’
Buffalo Bills sign linebacker Marquel Lee to one-year deal
‘The former fifth-round pick had his best season in 2018 where he recorded 58 tackles including a career-high 11 against the Indianapolis Colts that season.’
Bills add to LB group, sign Tyrell Adams to one-year contract
‘Adams, 28, was claimed off waivers by the Bills back in 2017, however, he was waived the next day after failing his physical.’
The bond between coach and player: Schnellenberger’s guidance propelled Jim Kelly
‘”He turned boys into men,” Kelly said. “When you’re around him, you either do it his way the military way or you were gone.”‘
Bills in 2021. Which games look ready for PrimeTime?
‘At Kansas City A lock for a night game. They played in the AFC Title game and they are considered the favorites to make it back this year. CBS will want to keep this game but the NFL will big foot them and take it. Prediction :Sunday Night October 3rd on NBC.’
Bills sign linebacker Marquel Lee
‘Lee comes to Buffalo after spending the last few seasons with the Raiders. The linebacker last played in five games in 2019. He started in 10 during the 2018 season where he recorded a career-high 58 tackles and three passes defensed.’