‘“Right now, Matt and Matt are getting even reps,” new special teams coordinator Matthew Smiley said during spring practices. “They are both doing a great job. I try to remind the guys, whether it’s punter or any position, even if you’re the only guy at your position, that doesn’t mean there’s not competition at that position. There are obviously 31 other teams that may have doubles at spots. As rosters start to get pared down as different guys free up, there may be a guy on the street that you’re competing with that you don’t know about. So that’s an obvious competition right now, having two punters on the roster, but there is a need to feel that type of competition at every spot.”’
Archives for July 9, 2022
Legislators say they’ve been shut out of talks over community benefits in Bills stadium negotiations
‘Legislature Chairwoman April Baskin said Poloncarz hasn’t spoken with her for months, despite her repeated requests to meet and solicit input from community leaders who have recommendations on everything from stadium transportation and hiring diversity to youth athletics and apprenticeship programs.’
Buffalo Bills’ Tre’Davious White snubbed by executives, coaches & players in CB rankings
‘A top-five fixture in the past, White still deserves to be in the top 10 but didn’t garner enough top-five votes to surpass the younger corners. Suffering an ACL tear in his left knee in late November didn’t help. “Body of work, he’s still elite,” an AFC defensive coach said. “He’s got that toughness and technique where you know what you’re getting every play. He’ll just have to work his way back into form.”’
Von Miller would have taken less money to sign with Cowboys
‘Speaking to the Athletic, Miller discussed his six-year, $120 million deal with the Bills, though admitted he would have been willing to take a hometown discount to play with the Cowboys.’
Bills DC Leslie Frazier says it’s ‘discouraging’ he hasn’t received another chance to be an NFL head coach
‘Upon arrival to Buffalo in 2017 as the team’s DC, Frazier has led dominant defenses. Over the past four seasons, the Bills have enjoyed three top-3 finishes, including being the top-ranked total defense in 2021. While that success hasn’t resulted in another head coaching opportunity, Frazier has interviewed with several teams that have had vacancies, including the Dolphins, Bears, and Giants this offseason.’
New stadium is coming with questions on benefits for Western New Yorkers
‘What started out as something so promising is now leaving local officials worried. Two county legislators have already sent letters to Erie County Executive, Mark Poloncarz, regarding the lack of communication on a new Community Benefits Agreement (CBA).’
Carucci Take2: Bills training camp Q&A, part one
‘My sense is the Bills and Poyer’s agent, Drew Rosenhaus, will work to reach an agreement before or when players are due to hit the field in Pittsford. However, if that isn’t the case but the sides are still negotiating, I suspect Poyer would be there, at least watching from the sidelines.’
Former Bills receiver Stevie Johnson returns to Buffalo for book signing
‘”Just the love,” he said. “The love that they showed me when I came here from Kentucky. Through the good times, through the bad times, the love that they had always, it stuck with me, so I’m going to stick with Buffalo.”‘