‘It’s true the Bills’ running game was virtually non-existent. However, on a night when Josh Allen threw for 300-plus yards and made plenty of plays with his arm, legs, and hands to put his team in a position to win the game, I didn’t see ground futility as a major problem.’
Archives for October 2021
Poloncarz says county will play key role in negotiations for new Bills stadium
‘”Last time we started negotiations in early part of the year, and didn’t announce the deal until September, then officially didn’t close the deal until May of the following year, so these are not something that happens overnight,” he said.’
Bye week a chance to recharge for Bills left tackle Dion Dawkins
‘The fifth-year left tackle has been candid all season about what it’s been like to work his way back from a stint in the hospital during the summer with Covid-19. It’s been an ongoing balance of pushing his body and letting it recover. Now, the bye week offers added time to recharge and reflect.’
Public will have the chance to be heard on any Bills stadium lease agreement
‘Legislators unanimously adopted a resolution Thursday that would allow for at least three public hearings to be held prior to a Legislature vote on a stadium lease agreement. The governing body would also have 30 days to review any draft lease agreement.’
Rachel Bush slams NFL officiating after Bills heartbreaker
‘“When the td gets called back for holding but you watched at least 3 other game changing holds slide that should’ve been called,” Bush wrote alongside a photo that showed her watching Monday’s game.’
It’s Deja-Oof All Over Again: Bills Enter Bye With A Thud
‘“It just burns inside. So I’m not sure by the hours that pass if it gets easier or harder, to be honest with you,” McDermott added. “So I think I’ll figure that out as the week goes on here.”’
Buffalo Bills, Buffalo Sabres to accept proof of full vaccination from Canada for home games
‘This comes as the U.S. land border opens to fully vaccinated Canadians on November 8.’
Prospect of a new football stadium does not make Old First Ward residents shout with joy
‘“Is it coming or not? Nobody knows. It’s the secret of the year,” Overdorf said, later adding, “I see nothing wrong with keeping it in Orchard Park. It’s there. They can tailgate all they want.”’
Public hearings coming on future Bills stadium
‘The resolution also established a 30-day deliberation timeline once the proposed stadium lease is “officially clocked into the record.”’
What they’re saying | National experts express belief in the Bills at the bye week
‘”It’s called the 17-game schedule, I’m not gonna be a prisoner of one game. Buffalo has the easiest schedule left. They only have two teams with a winning record left on the schedule. I think they play Tampa Bay, and I think they play New Orleans. And if you look at the other games, you only play two teams with a winning record that gives a decisive edge to what they have going on in Buffalo.’
Pollock: Looking back at McDermott’s call; red-zone failures
‘Two debates evolved from that defeat, one, the decision to go for the winning touchdown rather than opt for OT, and two electing to go for a pair of field goals in the red zone early in the game.’
Position grades: Red-zone offense is blot on Bills’ rankings
‘The Buffalo offense maintained its rankings near the top of the league in most categories. The Bills are sixth in yards gained and second in points scored. The one subpar category for the Buffalo offense remains red-zone production. Buffalo is 26th, scoring touchdowns on just 55% of its trips.’
Dawson Knox has surgery; bye week helps his timeline for return
‘“Thank y’all for the prayers. Will be back very soon,” Knox said via his Twitter account Tuesday.’
Bills’ Dawson Knox to miss time after having surgery on his broken hand, per report
‘Knox suffered the injury prior to throwing a two-point conversion to Allen with 31 seconds remaining in the third quarter, giving the Bills a seven-point lead at the time. Allen, seemingly knowing something wasn’t quite right with his tight end, reportedly attempted to call the play off but went through with it after Knox insisted.’
Buffalo Bills: Dramatic Week 6 Loss Shouldn’t Overshadow Obvious Strides
‘McDermott’s decision displayed his belief in his players to win the game in regulation and, though the result did not go in their favor, all the evidence supports his confidence in his team.’