‘“His throwing numbers against the blitz are off the charts,” said Davis on Thursday with Sal Capaccio and Joe DiBiase. “They’re the top of the food chain for all quarterbacks, and that’s not something he had in the past few years. You can tell he’s evolving.”’
Archives for September 2022
Sullivan: Winning the close ones an issue for the Bills
‘Focus. Execution. It’s still another failure in a one-score game. That makes seven in a row, counting playoffs, going back to a 27-24 win over the Colts in the 2021 Wild Card. Granted, you don’t get in a lot of nail-biters when you’re blowing so many teams out. But it’s a puzzling trend.’
Bills Make Me Wanna Give: Dawson Knox thanks fans who donated to P.U.N.T. in honor of his brother
‘“Lee Smith introduced me to the foundation and took me to the hospital,” Knox told News 4. “I got to meet some kids, meet some families, and it was pretty life changing. I can’t imagine a much worse situation than having a kid go through something that’s so uncontrollable.”’
Bills prep for red hot Ravens offense and Lamar Jackson
‘”He has a great supporting cast with his offensive line, running backs and quick receivers. It’s not a secret if I say anything other than that it’s bulletin board material because he really is the truth and there’s nothing but respect for the Baltimore Ravens and Lamar Jackson.”‘
Bills CB Dane Jackson returns to practice after neck injury
‘”I got letters to my house, Edible Arrangements to my door, it was crazy,” Jackson said. “I really, truly appreciate that from the heart — shoutout to everybody who reached out and was truly concerned for me.”‘
“Crazy to think about” | Josh Allen & Lamar Jackson intertwined by 2018 Draft, dual-threat prowess
‘Allen and Jackson were polarizing prospects coming out of college in 2018, mainly drawing criticism for their passing ability — or lack thereof at the time. Those narratives have been rewritten thanks to steady growth in that area since they entered the league.’
Bills Today | “Stay ready” mentality from CB Xavier Rhodes helps him fit right into Bills’ locker room
‘”An experienced player, has played a lot of football, ball production, and smart veteran player,” head coach Sean McDermott said on Rhodes.’
Bills cornerback Dane Jackson returns to practice: ‘I can’t do nothing else but smile’
‘”It meant a lot to be back out there with the guys, get moving around,” Jackson said. “It felt like I’d been out for like a month or something. So it felt good being back out there.”‘
Mark Gaughan: If Bills need to lean on Josh Allen while run game sorts itself out, let ‘er rip
‘Former Dallas head coach Jason Garrett said this on NBC Sunday night: “It was all about Josh Allen and at the end of it, they might have been asking him to do too much. … Don’t get me wrong, Josh Allen was spectacular. The best teams in football spread the burden around. . . . The obvious example is can you run the ball better? He threw it 62 times today, that’s not easy in the NFL.”’
Alan Pergament: Amusing Josh Allen shaving ad and bearded Ryan Fitzpatrick orchestra bit top today’s busy menu
‘The increasing stardom of Bills quarterback Josh Allen is exemplified by how many advertisers now want him to hawk their products in commercials.’
Bills injury list is massive as they prepare for game vs Ravens: Team signs Xavier Rhodes
‘The good news is that players such as offensive tackle Spencer Brown and wide receivers Stefon Diggs and Isaiah McKenzie, all of whom suffered problems because of the oppressive heat down in Miami, were able to participate in full.’
Bills add former All-Pro cornerback to practice squad
‘Rhodes established himself as one of the league’s top cornerbacks just a few years into his career. From 2016 to 2019, Rhodes was named to the Pro Bowl three times. In addition to being recognized by his peers and the fans, Rhodes also earned the respect of the media earning an All-Pro nod in 2017.’
Jackson returns to practice, Rhodes makes first appearance for depleted Bills’ secondary
‘“I’m super appreciative. I’m just so happy that nothing (was damaged) structurally, and I’m able to stand here and talk to you,” said Jackson. “Everybody saw the video, and it could’ve been a lot worse. But the support I’ve received from my teammates, fans, hospital staff, trainers, the fans, everybody. It was unreal. I just appreciate all those things.”’
Bills DT Ed Oliver Welcomes Fans During Local Stop
‘Sitting behind a desk, Oliver welcomed many Jamestown Area Midget Football League players. The line extended from his desk through the entrance to the parking lot. Many fans waited for an opportunity to speak with Oliver and get something autographed.’
Thursday’s Baltimore Coverage
The Ravens — yes, the Ravens — have become a pass-first team. And it’s working. (Baltimore Sun)
Ravens DT Michael Pierce considering surgery on torn biceps; LT Ronnie Stanley practices fully for first time | Notes (Baltimore Sun)
NFL power rankings, Week 4: Ravens return to unsettled group of Super Bowl contenders (Baltimore Sun)
Ravens’ Peters Rounding Into Form After Missing 2021 Season (AP)
Jackson & Allen headline Ravens vs. Bills on Sunday (WMAR-TV)
While Pierce mulls options for torn biceps, Stanley logs first full Ravens practice of 2022 (WNST-AM)
Who’s Practicing, Who’s Not: Ronnie Stanley Practices Fully, Could Play This Week (BaltimoreRavens.com)
Michael Pierce Has Torn Biceps, Making Decision on Surgery (BaltimoreRavens.com)
Late for Work 9/28: Lamar Jackson, Josh Allen One of the Best QB Combos in NFL Draft History (BaltimoreRavens.com)
Jason Pierre-Paul to Wear Jersey No. 4 (BaltimoreRavens.com)