‘”As far as no punting, I’m just glad we went out there and got a win,” Daboll said. “We tried to do the things we thought we could do and, ultimately, the players went out there and executed … the biggest thing was getting a win.”’
Archives for December 28, 2021
Upon Further Review: Bills’ much-maligned O-line takes big step forward in win over Patriots
‘At times, all those criticisms have been true this season. On Sunday, however, the line came through in a big way during the Bills’ 33-21 win at Gillette Stadium. Allen was not sacked for the first time since the Halloween win over the Dolphins, and frequently had plenty of time in the pocket to scan the field for open receivers. The result was a massive statistical performance for the quarterback (30 of 47, 314 yards, three touchdowns) in a victory that puts the Bills back atop the AFC East. The Bills can clinch the division by winning their last two games, against Atlanta and the New York Jets.’
Efe Obada trails only Ed Oliver in defensive-line snaps for Bills in win over Patriots
‘Obada played 36 of the Bills’ 64 defensive snaps in the win. That was 59% of the defensive total, behind only defensive tackle Ed Oliver (43 snaps, 67%) in playing time along the defensive line.’
Analysis: Bills defense adjusts, improves vs. Pats’ heavy personnel
‘The Bills didn’t exactly slam the door on the Patriots’ running game. It’s not going to make Bills fans eager for a rematch with powerhouse rushing Indianapolis in the playoffs. But it was better.’
Observations: Sean McDermott would welcome head-coaching opportunities for his coordinators
‘“I would welcome those opportunities for those men,” Bills coach Sean McDermott said Monday. “They’ve done a phenomenal job for us here in Buffalo. I would give them my highest recommendations. I want nothing but the best for those guys.”’
‘It’s become expected of you’: How viral Dalton donations turned giving into Bills fans tradition
‘“Andy Dalton kickstarted it. That was amazing to watch. And since then, we’ve traded our bitterness and our pessimism for hope and optimism and these acts of charity,” said Daniel Konopski, whose Reddit post helped start a $553,000 flood of donations to Blessings in a Backpack in January after Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson was concussed in a playoff game against the Bills.’
Alan Pergament: CBS’ Eagle, Davis generally find the right words, but not when it comes to praising Josh Allen
‘Eagle and Davis praised Allen throughout the game, but it was nowhere near the level of superlatives he received elsewhere after the game.’
A glorious victory indeed, but Bills need to get back to work because job’s not done
‘“This is the National Football League; week in and week out you’ve got to go out there and you’re gonna be challenged,” said the voice of reason, safety Micah Hyde. “We were glad to come in and get this win. But at the end of the day, we know we’ve got two left that we got to take care of also.”’
Isaiah McKenzie once joked he’s face of Bills franchise – he looked the part vs. Patriots
‘“That’s probably the funniest part, but you know, he’s a storm trooper, man. He shows his personality on and off of the field,” Dawkins said. “He’s just like a little missile, man. … He just brings positivity, just juice, all of the time. He puts his money where his funny trash talk is. It just shows day in and day out of why he’s here.”’
Sabato: It’s the Bills’ turn to be the bullies
‘Sean McDermott, bashed for being outcoached and outclassed by Belichick in the first meeting, opted not to cower by the benches next to the playground and put up a fight. McDermott ditched his punt-happy style and put trust in Allen. Opting to decline a field goal attempt on the opening possession and allowing Allen to rifle a touchdown pass to McKenzie on fourth down set the tone for the game.’
Bills star Jordan Poyer continues beef with Buffalo columnist
‘“I guess he hasn’t noticed that I haven’t covered a road game since 2017,” Sullivan tweeted in response to The Athletic’s original report about Poyer.’
Bills Beat Patriots, Reassert Themselves Atop AFC East
‘Motivation, apparently, takes many forms, and it might have come at just the right time for Buffalo to finally play up to preseason expectations.’
Bills make history against Patriots by becoming first team to pull off this feat against Bill Belichick
‘In what was arguably their most impressive offensive performance of the season, the Bills piled up 33 points and most importantly, they didn’t punt a single time. That’s notable because it made the Bills the first team ever to make it through a game without punting against a team coached by Belichick, according to ESPN.’
Bills punter Matt Haack celebrates first no-punt game by taking photo with Josh Allen
‘Haack said this is the first game in his NFL career in which he did not have to come in and punt. Some other history was made during the game as well, and not the good kind. This marked the first time in Patriots coach Bill Belichick’s career that an opposing team did not punt for an entire game.’
Bills Coach Sean McDermott on Coaching Against Bill Belichick: ‘He’s the Standard’
‘On Sunday, McDermott told The MMQB’s Albert Breer, “I’ll talk about that quote, first of all. I know what I meant to say, and I have the utmost respect for Bill. And it was more about what I and our team didn’t do. And things sometimes take on a life of their own, I guess. But look, Bill Belichick makes me a better coach. He’s the standard. And so he just … he challenges even the opposite coach to continue to grow. It’s so hard to beat his team.”’