‘“With all the uncertainty that was going around at that time, not knowing exactly what was going to happen and what protocols were going to be, I felt like the best decision for myself and my wife and my kids was what I decided to do,” he said. “When I had made my decision, the team was supportive. They just expected me to be a pro, to keep myself in shape and be ready when time came. That’s exactly what I did.”‘
Archives for June 16, 2021
Josh Allen says Bills motivated by AFC title game loss: ‘We’re still a very, very hungry team’
‘“I think that’s the goal for every team every year,” Allen said. “You play to win the game and if a team’s not looking to win the Super Bowl that year, they’re doing it wrong. I think everybody’s got to have that mindset of, ‘We’ve got to go out there and give ourselves a chance,’ and Coach McDermott preaches it all the time of ‘playoff caliber.’ And once you’re in the playoffs, every game is your season on the line. The ultimate goal is to make the playoffs and give yourself a chance for a world title. And that’s what we’ve got to do.”’
Josh Allen to throw first pitch prior to Thursday’s Blue Jays-Yankees game
‘Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen will throw the ceremonial first pitch prior to the 7:07 p.m. game, the Blue Jays announced Tuesday morning.’
Observations from Bills minicamp: Josh Allen, Stefon Diggs, first down
‘Allen connected with Diggs on four completions. Two stood out. One was an in-breaking route on which Diggs got quick separation on Tre’Davious White and would have had at least 10 or 15 yards of run after the catch in real football. On the next play, Allen again hit Diggs on an in-breaking route against White, and it would have been another gain of 20 yards or so.’
Bills can fill Highmark Stadium now that Covid-19 restrictions are lifted
‘“Highmark Stadium is considered an outdoor venue, which can operate at full 100% capacity without restrictions,” state Department of Health spokeswoman Samantha Fuld said Tuesday.’
After sitting out 2020, Bills Star Lotulelei returns. Can he solidify defensive line?
‘“There’s definitely been a gap in terms of his playing of late, just in terms of him being here,” said coach Sean McDermott, who seemed a bit disappointed at the start of OTAs when he was asked about Lotulelei’s decision to skip.’
Observations from Bills minicamp 2021 (Day 1): Star Lotulelei’s return; Isaiah Hodgins flashing
‘“I didn’t watch every game, just because it was a little tough. Especially that last game (in the AFC Championship),” Lotulelei said. “I was happy because the team was doing so well. The success that they had last year was great. It was a bummer not to be a part of it, but again, I made the decision, I don’t regret it.”’
Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen to throw out first pitch at Toronto Blue Jays ‘home’ game
‘The Blue Jays will host the New York Yankees at their “home” game Thursday night at Sahlen Field in Buffalo. The game starts at 7:07 p.m.; tickets are available for vaccinated and “socially distanced” sections.’
Lotulelei Eagerly Rejoins Bills After Year Off From Football
‘“She was getting sick of me. That’s when I found that maybe my wife isn’t ready for me to call it yet,” Lotulelei said with a grin after the Bills opened the first of three mandatory minicamp sessions Tuesday. “But I knew when I was watching the team that I wasn’t done. I’m happy to be back. Practice felt great today, to be out with the guys again.”’
Josh Allen 2021 outlook: Evaluating the Bills QB and how he can sustain MVP-level play in Year 4
‘Allen’s accuracy and comfort in the pocket have most improved since his days at Wyoming. He went from a 58.8% completion rate in 2019 to 69.2% in 2020. Unprecedented stuff. And guess who finished with the league’s highest adjusted completion percentage from a clean pocket last season among qualifiers? Allen at 85.8%.’
Bills, Lotulelei hit field for minicamp
‘Lotulelei’s defensive linemates Jerry Hughes, Mario Addison, and Vernon Butler, as well as running back Taiwan Jones – all of whom didn’t show up for any voluntary OTAs – were also all in attendance as the Bills worked out under the bright sun, just outside the ADPRO Spots Training Center for a couple of hours.’
Buffalo Bills DT Star Lotulelei eager to get back to work
‘”I was happy because the team was doing so well. The success they had last year was great, it was a bummer not to be a part of it, but again, I made the decision, I don’t regret it, but I was happy for the guys,” Lotulelei said. “I was hoping they would’ve got it done but you know, it is what it is and we’ll see what happens this year.”‘
Bills QB Josh Allen to throw first pitch at Blue Jays game vs. Yankees in Buffalo on Thursday
‘The Blue Jays made the announcement on Twitter on Tuesday morning, writing “Hey Blue Jays Mafia, QB1 will be throwing Thursday’s first pitch!” Thursday’s game begins at 7:07 p.m.’
NYSDOH: Buffalo Bills’ Highmark Stadium deemed outdoor venue, can operate at full capacity
‘In a statement to 7 Eyewitness News a spokesperson for the New York State Department of Health said “Highmark Stadium is considered an outdoor venue which can operate at full, 100% capacity without restrictions.”‘
Bills DT Star Lotulelei returns after opting out of 2020 season
‘“It was tough, I didn’t watch every game because it was a little tough, especially the last game, but I was happy the team was doing so well. It was a bummer not to be a part of it, I made the decision I don’t regret it and I was happy for the guys, we’ll see what happens this year,” Lotulelei said on a zoom call with reporters.’