”“No, no preference,” he said when asked if he wanted to play in the preseason. “It’s football, I love going out there and playing. So, I don’t know if it’s game two, game three, no games, I’m getting ready for the season opener. Whatever coach says is what I’m willing to do and we’ll go from there. Just going against somebody else that’s not your own defense, I think it’s valuable, but again, I don’t think it makes or breaks anybody.”’
Archives for August 12, 2022
Best of Bills training camp 2022: MVPs, most improved, and more
‘Oliver made play after play throughout camp, and his teammates made sure to point that out. Center Mitch Morse declared that “Ed’s playing his best football right now.” Jordan Phillips said that the way coach Eric Washington has helped Oliver improve is the best thing to happen to the Bills defensive line. That’s pretty high praise for a defensive line that has seen a few notable improvements.’
What we learned from Bills training camp: Players rising, falling and 6 observations
‘With Brown missing so much time, not only at Fisher but the entire offseason program, veteran free agent David Quessenberry has taken the majority of reps in his place, and it would not surprise me if Quessenberry wins the starting job, at least to start the season.’
Bills CB Tre’Davious White to return to practice ‘sooner than later’ (report)
‘Throughout training camp, the Bills have said that White is “on schedule” with his rehab, but no official timetable has been given. While we still don’t know exactly when White will return to the field, ESPN Insider Jeremy Fowler provided an encouraging update on the star cornerback.’
Bills’ Ed Oliver scraps with Dion Dawkins on final day of training camp (Day 14 observations)
‘The biggest skirmish of camp happened near the end of practice on Thursday when defensive tackle Ed Oliver showed off his wrestling skills with a picture perfect double leg takedown of Dion Dawkins at the tail end of play during team drills. Jordan Phillips, who was talking a lot throughout practice, was in the mix, too. After the practice ended, Phillips walked over to a bunch of offensive linemen and slapped them up. Camp had ended and now the Bills get to turn their attention to an actual other NFL team when they play the Indianapolis Colts on Saturday.’
Bills Camp: Final day at Fisher features another scuffle, another tough day for the offense
‘“The help and support we get up here is unmatched around the league, so we certainly appreciate the staff here. The (St. John Fisher football) coaching staff as well for allowing us the time and space while they’re trying to get their work done and have a successful season as well.”’
Bills end training camp at St. John Fisher University
‘Since his return, and particularly on Thursday, Crowder seems to have clearly re-gained not only his spot, but the confidence of quarterback Josh Allen.’
4 observations: Bills wrap up camp in Rochester
‘Last year the Bills offense looked incredible during training camp but that wasn’t the case this year as the defense won way more battles. It’s pretty typical for the defense to be ahead of the offense at this stage of the preseason and that was clearly the case at Fisher. The defensive line looked dominant and spent a lot of time during camp standing along side Allen in the backfield. Ed Oliver looks poised to have a huge season on the interior of the line. Despite injuries in the secondary, they looked solid on the back end and depth at safety and cornerback was on display each practice.’
Bills to sit Josh Allen in Saturday’s preseason opener vs. Colts
‘Meanwhile, Colts coach Frank Reich said new quarterback Matt Ryan, acquired this offseason from the Falcons, will play for the first quarter.’
Storylines to follow during Bills first preseason game vs. Colts
‘This is an obvious, first storyline to watch as the Bills’ 2022 draft class will get its first taste of an NFL, game like situation. First-round pick Kaiir Elam is going to be relied on heavily right from the get-go as Tre’Davious White continues to recover from a torn ACL. While his timetable to return is still up in the air, it seems like it’ll be Dane Jackson and Elam starting at cornerback. And what better way to see what you’re made of than by going up against one of the best wide receivers in the league, and he just so happens to be on your team. The 1-on-1 battles with Stefon Diggs have only helped Elam, even if he’s gotten frustrated at times. Diggs along with Gabe Davis beat Elam many times during those 1-on-1 drills and team work throughout practice. Elam also has to work on not holding so this live action against someone other than the Bills passing attack will be critical.’
Carucci Take 2: Josh Allen to be held out of Saturday’s preseason opener against the Colts
‘Allen says he’d like to have new offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey call his plays in game-like conditions rather than only in practice, as has been the case since camp opened on July 24. Despite having built a close relationship with Allen as his quarterbacks coach the past three seasons, Dorsey is in his first year as a play-caller.’
Bills OL Ryan Bates looking to prove he’s worth free agency buzz
‘“At the end of the day, I was still an undrafted free agent and I still have a lot to prove,” said Bates. “Some people might look at me and they think they see a good player. And I think I am a good ball player. But I still have a lot to prove to myself.”’
‘Bills Mafia’ giving back on the last day of training camp
‘Outside Pittsford Pub, the fans kept on coming; for lunch and bills gear. The merchandise was all from the Buffalo-based business 26 Shirts.’
Bills QB Josh Allen won’t play in preseason opener vs. Colts, Sean McDermott says
‘McDermott also updated the health status of a handful of players, including All-Pro safety Jordan Poyer who sustained an elbow injury during week two of camp. McDermott shared that Poyer is “trending in the right direction” but did not give a target date for his return.’
Top 3 things to know from Last Day of 2022 Bills Training Camp
‘The Bills star quarterback won’t play in the team’s preseason opener against the Colts, but Allen had lots of positive things to say about the way the offense has progressed through training camp. He noted that he feels he’s been on the same page with new offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey.’