‘“It’s definitely frustrating,” Williams said Thursday. “For offensive linemen as a group, we need to gain chemistry. It’s happened, but not as much as we’ve wanted this year, just from the switching, different circumstance. … So we would love to have the same group, whoever it is, the same starting five out there, just to get the chemistry, but this is the league, and we know the challenges of that.”’
Archives for December 25, 2021
Bills’ Covid outbreak grows as Gabriel Davis, Cody Ford are latest to go on NFL’s reserve list
‘Davis joins Cole Beasley among receivers on the list and Ford joins Dion Dawkins and Jon Feliciano among offensive linemen. Defensive end A.J. Epenesa also is on the Covid list. Linebacker Tyrel Dodson was activated from the list Thursday, but the Bills could still potentially be without six key members of their 53-man roster for the biggest game of the season.’
Another day, another COVID setback for Bills: Gabriel Davis and Cody Ford now out
‘Even if the Bills get wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders back for the game that will likely decide the AFC East division title, they will now be without arguably their second- and third-best receivers in Davis and Cole Beasley, also out because of COVID. Sanders practiced in full Thursday and barring a setback, it appears he’ll be ready to play.’
Bills add Gabriel Davis, Cody Ford to Reserve/Covid-19 list ahead of Patriots game
‘Davis was set to enter the AFC East matchup with a sizeable role thanks to Cole Beasley already being added to the Reserve/Covid-19 list. The second-year receiver had touchdown receptions in three consecutive games and four total over that span of time. Even with the new NFL protocols, Davis will not have the opportunity to test out due to reportedly being unvaccinated.’
Buffalo Bills add ‘The Scottish Hammer’ to practice squad; Matt Haack on notice?
‘Haack is currently averaging a career-low 44.3 yard per punt average through 14 games with the team. With just three just regular season games remaining, Haack is also set for a career-low in kicks inside the 20-yard line. He currently has 16 kicks that have landed inside the 20-yard line. His previous career-low was 23 in 2019.’
Bills’ Spencer Brown has world’s most expensive Bud Light; how Bills Mafia is helping to offset NFL fine
‘After it was announced that Brown was fined $5K by the league, the Bills Mafia decided to do their part in softening the blow of the fine. The fan base found out Brown’s charity of choice, Mission 22, and started donating to the cause.’
Stefon Claus? Bills’ Diggs gifts $1,200 to McDonald’s employees
‘Mackenzie Ellerbock, an employee at the McDonald’s restaurant, shared a video on Instagram (NSFW language) describing the encounter as well as a photo with the wide receiver and all of the employees holding the $200 given to them by Diggs. Based on the photo in the Instagram post, Diggs tipped the McDonald’s $1,200 in $100 bills.’
Five things to know about the Bills ahead of their rematch with the Patriots
‘Still, the Patriots have allowed 1,714 rushing yards so far in the 2021 season, 24th in the league. Buffalo, with a nod toward improving red-zone efficiency, might make the running game more of an emphasis.’
Bills lose another wide receiver to COVID-19 before Patriots game
‘Without them, the Bills are down to All-Pro wideout Stefon Diggs and longtime veteran Emmanuel Sanders, both starters. Backup Isaiah McKenzie, a dangerous return man, is expected to replace Beasley in the slot.’
Bills Place Another Key Receiver On COVID List Ahead Of Patriots Game
‘Davis and Beasley both are unvaccinated, per a report from ESPN’s Adam Schefter, meaning they have no chance of clearing COVID protocol in time for Sunday’s game. Unvaccinated players who are placed on the COVID list must sit out a minimum of 10 days.’
Bills Place WR Gabriel Davis, OL Cody Ford On Reserve/COVID List Ahead Of Sunday’s Game Vs. Patriots
‘With Beasley and Davis out, Allen will have to lean heavily on Stefon Diggs in the receiving corps, with Emmanuel Sanders potentially returning and Isaiah McKenzie also part of the mix. But New England will be able to give Diggs a lot of attention on Sunday, as they look to shut down Buffalo’s offense.’
Saturday’s New England Coverage
A close look at Mac Jones’s season reveals an eerie resemblance to Tom Brady, circa 2001 (Boston Globe)
Patriots to be without Rhamondre Stevenson and Nelson Agholor (Boston Globe)
This Patriots-Bills matchup is the kind of game we missed last season (Boston Globe)
Five things to know about the Bills ahead of their rematch with the Patriots (Boston Globe)
How Mac Jones and the Patriots offense can bully the Bills again (Boston Herald)
Patriots defense should continue to hound Josh Allen in Round 2 (Boston Herald)
Patriots RB Rhamondre Stevenson placed on COVID-19 reserve Friday (Boston Herald)
Bills lose another wide receiver to COVID-19 before Patriots game (Boston Herald)
Patriots-Bills injury report: Damien Harris among 8 questionable, Rhamondre Stevenson out (Boston Herald)
Rhamondre Stevenson, Nelson Agholor ruled out for Bills game, Patriots could be very thin at skill positions (Springfield Republican)
Rhamondre Stevenson joins Kendrick Bourne on COVID-19 reserve, Patriots now have 7 players on list (Springfield Republican)
Bill Belichick explains how Patriots are adjusting schedule for Christmas (Springfield Republican)
Got your hat? Got your T-Shirt? You will soon, Pats fans (Nashua Telegraph)
New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson, receiver Nelson Agholor out vs. Buffalo Bills (ESPN)
Patriots Injury Report: Two Offensive Weapons Ruled Out For Bills Game (NESN)
Patriots Place Rhamondre Stevenson On COVID List Ahead Of Bills Game (NESN)
Bills Place Another Key Receiver On COVID List Ahead Of Patriots Game (NESN)
How Patriots Are Adjusting Bills Week Schedule For Christmas Day (NESN)
Patriots’ O-Line Got ‘Big Haul’ Of Christmas Gifts From Mac Jones (NESN)
ESPN Writer Gives ‘Bold Prediction’ For Patriots-Bills Week 16 Showdown (NESN)
Why 49ers-Titans Game Was Hard To Watch For Patriots Fans (NESN)
How Titans’ Win Vs. 49ers Impacts Patriots’ AFC Playoff Outlook (NESN)
Patriots Mailbag: Why N’Keal Harry Could Have Big Opportunity Vs. Bills (NESN)
Football Outsiders Pinpoints Patriots’ Most Valuable Veteran Contract (NESN)
Latest on the status of key Pats and Bills players entering Sunday (NBC Sports Boston)
‘Santa Mac’ surprises Pats o-linemen with gifts after practice (NBC Sports Boston)
Patriots RB Rhamondre Stevenson placed on Reserve/COVID list (WEEI-FM)
Patriots rule 3 players, including RB Rhamondre Stevenson, out for Sunday vs. Bills (WEEI-FM)
J.C. Jackson reacts to making 1st Pro Bowl by revealing bigger aspirations (WEEI-FM)
The 5 most important Patriots heading toward the playoffs (WEEI-FM)
Patriots Place Rhamondre Stevenson On Reserve/COVID List (WBZ-TV)
J.C. Jackson Calls Himself A ‘Lockdown Corner’ And Wants Help Naming His Island (WBZ-TV)
Patriots Players Will Get Some Extra Time On Christmas Morning; ‘Santa Mac’ Visits Offensive Linemen (WBZ-TV)
Bills Place WR Gabriel Davis, OL Cody Ford On Reserve/COVID List Ahead Of Sunday’s Game Vs. Patriots (WBZ-TV)
Notebook: Pats balancing Christmas holiday with a huge game (Patriots.com)
NFL Week 16: Patriots – Bills Injury Report (Patriots.com)
Transcript: Bill Belichick Press Conference 12/24 (Patriots.com)
Stefon Diggs tips Buffalo-area McDonald’s workers $200 each
‘Diggs pulled up to a McDonald’s in West Seneca, about 10 miles outside Buffalo, and tipped each of the workers $200.’
Coordinator Frazier Provides Bills Calm, Reassuring Presence
‘“That really opened a lot of us guys’ eyes to be like, `OK, as much as we’re talking about change, we have a coach, one of our mentors, a friend, who lived this and is reliving it to this day,‘” defensive end Jerry Hughes said. “Whenever he’s talking to you, we sit there, shut up and just soak it all in.”’
Buffalo Bills add receiver Gabriel Davis, offensive lineman Cody Ford to COVID-19 list
‘”It’s gonna be kind of interchangeable parts right now,” coach Sean McDermott said. “I hate to say that without giving you a straight answer here, but that’s the best I know. We’ll just see where we end up on Sunday. Right now, we’re averaging one (addition to the) COVID (list) a day, it seems like.”‘