‘The Bills had three players listed as limited participants in Wednesday’s session, including veteran wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders, who missed this past Sunday’s game against the Carolina Panthers due to a knee injury.’
Archives for December 23, 2021
Diggs, Dawkins chosen to Pro Bowl
‘It will be Diggs’ second Pro Bowl after being selected last year, as well, while Dawkins was chosen for the first time in his five-year career.’
Buffalo Bills’ Dion Dawkins, Stefon Diggs named to AFC Pro Bowl roster
‘Left tackle Dion Dawkins and wide receiver Stefon Diggs represent the Bills on the AFC Pro Bowl roster.’
Diggs, Dawkins named to Pro Bowl
‘While they didn’t make the initial roster, the Bills did get several alternates. QB Josh Allen and Linebacker Tremaine Edmunds were named first alternate. Tight End Dawson Knox and Linebacker Tyler Matakevich earned second alternate bids. Safety Jordan Poyer and Long Snapper Reid Ferguson were named third alternates. Safety Micah Hyde’s a fourth alternate, and Center Mitch Morse and Kicker Tyler Bass will be fifth alternates.’
Bills’ McDermott keeps focus on Patriots game, not COVID situation
‘Coach McDermott said Sanders would participate fully in the Bills’ Wednesday walk-through and that the team will monitor his status day-to-day. There is no update at the moment on if Sanders will be able to suit up on Sunday versus New England.’
Stefon Diggs, Dion Dawkins will represent Buffalo in Pro Bowl
‘It’s the first trip to the Pro Bowl for Dawkins. The left tackle has been inconsistent at times but improved steadily and been solid for the majority of the season. Josh Allen has been sacked 26 times, which is 17th fewest among NFL quarterbacks.’
Bills’ Micah Hyde gifts over 100 kids sneakers for the holiday
‘More than 150 pairs of brand new Nike sneakers were given away and each kid received an Imagine for Youth Foundation bag, an autographed Micah Hyde photograph, a bag of popcorn, hot chocolate, and holiday treats.’
Bills game against the Patriots carries massive playoff implications
‘With a win, the Bills will have the inside track to the AFC East title. If they were to lose, the Bills will more than likely have to rely on a wildcard berth in order to make the playoffs.’
Bills not touching Beasley, Covid discussion
‘Jordan Poyer wouldn’t talk about the subject at all. The other two team representatives who Zoomed with media on Wednesday–Josh Allen and Sean McDermott–did their best to tap dance around the issue. McDermott has had plenty of practice with that this season.’
Dawkins, Diggs to rep Bills at Pro Bowl
‘Dawkins makes his first Pro Bowl as one of three offensive tackles that will represent the AFC.’
Dawkins and Diggs named to Pro Bowl: Allen and Poyer snubbed
‘Seven Bills were named alternates which is a polite way to say they were snubbed. Most notably, Josh Allen and Jordan Poyer.’
Stefon Diggs named to Pro-Bowl for second straight year
‘Diggs has the most receptions and receiving yards on the team and his eight touchdowns are tied with Dawson Knox for the most among any Bill this year.’
Bills lean on player-driven leadership to prepare for rematch against the Patriots
‘”That’s where leadership really comes in,” McDermott said. “The team is led by player-driven leaders during this time of year. It’s good to be playing in important games down the stretch so we respect that and respect the opponent. But again, I think the big key is the leadership in the locker room during the back quarter of the season if you will, and now in the last couple of games here. So, that’ll be a big piece for us going forward.”‘
Stefon Diggs and Dion Dawkins to represent the Bills in the 2022 Pro Bowl
‘After Sunday’s win against the Panthers, Diggs became the only wide receiver in franchise history with more than 80 receptions and 1,000 receiving yards two years in a row. Diggs has 82 (12th most) catches for 1,007 yards (tied for 12th most) and eight touchdowns (tied for 8th most) through 14 games this season.’
Bills sign defensive end Breeland Speaks to the practice squad
‘Speaks spent the majority of the 2021 season on the Dallas Cowboys practice squad before being released on Dec. 6. He originally joined the NFL in 2018 as a second round pick (46th overall) of Kansas City. He played his college football at Ole Miss. He has spent time with the Raiders and Giants in his career. He is a native of Jackson, MS.’