‘“In terms of missing him on the field, yeah we had to try and fill that void last year as well. He’s got a unique skill set that is very unique and he excels really good at what he does so we’ll do the best we can. I think our mantra here is always next guy up, best guy up is something we believe in so we’ve practiced all week, had a great training camp. You guys have seen the rotation that we have up front and the depth that we have up front that I think this is something that we can take care of.”’
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Bills defensive line can make Ben Roethlisberger uncomfortable even without recording a sack
‘On the flip side, the Steelers offensive line is inexperienced and young as they’re starting two rookies with Dan Moore Jr. at left tackle and Kendrick Green at center. And while this is definitely music to the Bills defensive linemen’s ears and I think they should still be able to get pressure on Ben Roethlisberger, it might not appear on the stat sheet as much as they want it to.’
Steelers bring top five pass rush to Orchard Park
‘Pittsburgh ranked third in the NFL in total yards and in pass yards allowed per game in 2020. They finished first in the league in sacks with 56. Fifteen of those came from T.J. Watt, who led all defensive players with that number. Offensive coordinator Brian Daboll believes the success on this defensive front goes beyond just Watt.’
Bills fans will be ‘monitored’ for compliance with mask rules at Highmark Stadium
‘“I feel comfortable about what you’ll see outdoors, but we’re going to be watching it indoors, to ensure that people do follow the rules,” said Mark Poloncarz, Erie County Executive. “We’ll be monitoring the game on Sunday. I may actually be out there myself. We’ll be monitoring it. I do know that the Bills organization takes it seriously but they also understand that there’s difficulties but all of their staff will be required to wear masks, all of the concession staff, all of the security staff will be required to wear masks just like our Sheriffs, and we’ll be monitoring it and make a decision that’s appropriate for future games.”’
Bills Hall of Famer Thurman Thomas says the team looks ready to play
‘“But opening week when you’re Josh Allen, you’ve just signed a huge contract, you know people are talking about you being MVP of the league this year. The Bills being some of the experts’ pick to win the Super Bowl. That’s pressure. But when you get out here on this football field, these guys are going to play every single week. I don’t think we’ve ever looked that great or that good in preseason in the history of the Buffalo Bills,” said Thomas.’
Beanes bringing back “Bills Muttfia” this season to benefit Erie County SPCA
‘For each home touchdown this season, the Beanes will pay the adoption fee of one animal at the SPCA Serving Erie County.’
Bills final preseason battle ends: Levi Wallace lands 2nd cornerback spot
‘Wallace, coming to the Bills as an undrafted free agent in 2018, has found his way into the starting role in each of his four seasons in Buffalo, but he’s always willing to compete for his job.’
Lotulelei is out, Sanders questionable for Bills opener against Steelers
‘Lotulelei is dealing with a calf injury, which he tweaked in the Bills final preseason game against the Green Bay Packers, according to McDermott.’
Steelers new offensive weapon to watch out for on Sunday
‘We know so much about Buffalo, but what about their opponent in Pittsburgh?’
Bills gearing up, hoping to start winning season
‘”We didn’t win the whole thing last year so we know there’s more work to do, and I hear stories from guys like Dave and a guy like Emmanuel, guys who have wanted the feeling that they get, and it’s something that I dream about, having that type of feeling so that’s what drives us every day,” Allen said.’
Star Lotulelei out for Bills vs. Steelers
‘He also announced wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders (foot) is questionable.’
6 things to watch for in Bills vs. Steelers | Week 1
‘”We know it’s going to be a tight game,” Allen said. “The last couple of years obviously they’ve been boxing matches, taking a couple hits here or there and giving them out. They’re extremely well coached. They’re a very talented group on defense and they have a Hall of Fame quarterback over there. So we have to be on top of our game and go out there and try to execute to the best of our abilities. But we know they’re going to bring it. Game one and last year they were extremely good and they’re going to be extremely good this year. And we know that. We’ve got to go out there and execute.”‘