‘Other than guard Ike Boettger, who remains on the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list as he recovers from a torn Achilles, every offensive lineman on the active roster was in uniform and appeared to be a full participant.’
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Bills safety Jaquan Johnson begins to shine with new found opportunities
‘With All-Pro safeties Micah Hyde and Jordan Poyer anchoring the safety spot, the opportunities for Johnson to prove himself on that side of the ball haven’t always been there. But Johnson has found his role as a key member of the special teams unit. Earning him praise from the Bills coaching staff.’
JaQuan Johnson remaining patient
‘”This is one of those guys who feel like he’s capable of playing in the secondary as well and when he’s had some opportunities, even though it hasn’t been many. When he has had an opportunity to play in games he’s done a good job for us,” said Bills defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier. “Now because of the injury to Jordan he’s getting more reps and he’s showing that he’s more than capable if he’s called upon to play an extended period of time that he can get the job done. It’s been really good to watch him and his professionalism through this process knowing that I’m playing behind two really really good safeties and understanding my role.”‘
Top 3 things from Day 14 of 2022 Bills Training Camp
‘Cornerback Taron Johnson and wide receivers Isaiah McKenzie and Khalil Shakir were back at practice after missing a couple days due to soreness. Wide receivers Stefon Diggs (vet rest day) and Tavon Austin (soreness, day-to-day) did not practice on Wednesday.’
Bills Today | NFL Power Rankings have Buffalo Bills at No. 1 entering Preseason Week 1
‘Between last year’s performance and the standout players in training camp, both NFL.com and Pro Football Focus have the Bills holding the top spot.’
Bills’ Andre Smith trying to enjoy every day despite looming suspension
‘Smith failed a test last November. He said he has no idea why. His appeal under the terms of the drug policy with the NFL and the NFL Players Association fell on deaf ears. “It was absolutely unintentional,” Smith said. “I actually don’t ever take supplements that I personally buy. I only take supplements given to me by the team. So I still to this day don’t know where this positive test came from. No one really, the NFLPA included, has really helped me to figure it out.”’
Rocking two nights: A high mark, and high challenge, for Highmark Stadium
‘“I’m not going to sugarcoat this: It’s a tough gig for Bills staff because we’re so focused on football and the season,” said Andy Major, the team’s vice president of operations and fan experience, a position that puts him in charge of the stadium on event days. “We’re not an arena having a show every week or two.”’
Stadium concerts are big events – and big money, especially for the stars
‘By comparison, individual Bills games during that same time frame generated an average ticket revenue of $5.2 million. Clearly, concerts provide an additional and enticing revenue driver, although they may not generate as much profit for the team as the top numbers indicate.’
New NFL rule aims to create path for minority coaches: Here’s what the Bills are doing
‘“More of the diverse coaches, African-Americans, have come from the defensive side of the ball and so you can’t just drop somebody in (on offense). You’ve got to work them up so you need more offensive assistants, more quarterback coaches to be minorities if you’re going to try and help equal the playing field. That’s the thought behind it.”’
Rams’ Aaron Donald says Josh Allen is futuristic version of future HOF QB, DT hopes to take Bills off bingo card in 2022
‘Donald has played the opposing 31 NFL teams at least once in his career. Among the 31 teams, Donald has wins against 28 of them. The only teams that he has not defeated to date are the Pittsburgh Steelers (0-2), Miami Dolphins (0-2) and the Buffalo Bills (0-2).’
Odell Beckham’s Bills flirtation with Von Miller intensifies
‘On Monday, the Bills linebacker, 33, posted a mockup of what the free-agent wide receiver, 29, would look like in a Buffalo uniform on his Instagram Story.’
Rams’ Aaron Donald compares Josh Allen to Ben Roethlisberger, calls Bills QB a ‘futuristic Big Ben’
‘”He’s a big guy, he’s a tough guy, he’s athletic,” Donald said, via the Rams’ YouTube channel. “In my opinion, he’s like a futuristic Big Ben. A little bit more athletic, can move a little bit better. But he’s a guy that ain’t gonna go down easy so you got to come with your big boy pads when you get to wrap him up.”‘
Bills rookie corner Kaiir Elam doesn’t plan to play like one
‘So the Bills have put Elam to the test. They haven’t thrown him in the deep end so much as they’ve marooned him on Elam island to see if he can survive.’
Disguised Case Keenum Fools Teammates Into Signing Autographs (Video)
‘Some quickly recognized him, while others appeared to never catch on. Every player at least penned an autograph on Keenum’s football before realizing who he was. His bucket hat, glasses and fake Southern accent surely helped his cause.’
Odell Beckham Jr. free agency rumors: WR pitching reunion with former Rams teammate in Buffalo
‘The former Giants, Browns and Rams receiver has made several social media posts suggesting he wants a reunion with former Rams teammate Von Miller in Buffalo.’