‘“It’s great any time you can establish the run and be effective there,” he said. “We’re always trying to make sure we’re attacking defenses in multiple ways. It’s always a balancing act. All it takes is one mistake to affect an entire play.”’
Archives for November 22, 2022
Observations: Tremaine Edmunds, A.J. Epenesa going to ‘be a stretch’ to play vs. Lions
‘The Bills conducted a walk-through practice Monday and were required by the league to release an injury report. Quarterback Josh Allen was listed as a limited participant as he continues to manage an elbow injury, while Edmunds, Epenesa, defensive end Greg Rousseau (ankle) and center Mitch Morse (ankle/elbow) were listed as non-participants. Morse was seen in a walking boot after Sunday’s 31-23 win over the Browns.’
Analysis: DaQuan Jones led big effort by Bills’ interior defensive line vs. Browns
‘Other big plays by Jones: late in the first quarter he pushed the line of scrimmage back vs. Teller on a 5-yard run; late in the second quarter he defeated Bitonio while Oliver defeated Teller on a draw play for no gain; in the third quarter, Jones blocked a field goal; he also had three hurries of Jacoby Brissett.’
Upon Further Review: Defensive Player of the Year? Teammates make case for Bills linebacker Matt Milano
‘Milano might not ultimately win the NFL’s Defensive Player of the Year – Dallas’ Micah Parsons is the current overwhelming betting favorite – but at the very least, he’s having a season worthy of Pro Bowl or even All-Pro consideration. In his nine games this season, he has 55 tackles, including 10 that have gone for losses, two interceptions (one of which was returned for a touchdown), five passes defensed, one fumble recovery and one sack. Milano’s 10 tackles for loss are tied with edge rusher Von Miller for the team lead. If you’re looking for a defensive MVP through the first 10 games, it’s probably one of those players.’
Bills rookie running back James Cook made the most of his time on the field Sunday against Cleveland
‘Cook’s 86 rushing yards set a new career high.’
Ken Dorsey Watch: Bills’ ‘Pony’ package worked vs. Browns
‘The Bills used bigger personnel groups a lot more against Cleveland, and it worked in exploiting the Browns’ run defense. The Bills used two running backs on 22 plays overall, the most in any game this season.’
Alan Pergament: CBS’ Andrew Catalon showcases knowledge of Bills and fans except at the end
‘His knowledge of the Bills makes him a pleasure to listen to when he is assigned their regular season games, too, because he continues to do homework on the team.’
Buffalo Bills get ready to play on short rest: What to know about Thanksgiving Day game
‘At 4-6, the Lions are four games behind the Vikings in the NFC North so they aren’t winning the division. However, with a three-game winning streak after a 1-6 start, they have lifted themselves into the conversation for a wild-card berth in the NFC.’
Former Syracuse DL Kingsley Jonathan signs with Buffalo Bills (SU, CNY in the NFL)
‘Jonathan, a rookie defensive end, was waived by the Chicago Bears on Tuesday after appearing in just five games this season. He recorded four tackles, including three solo, in just 35 snaps on defense and eight on special teams.’
Sullivan: Bills resilient in win over Browns amid week-long crisis, putrid start
‘It wasn’t terribly picturesque. They got off to a wretched start, as Josh Allen was reduced to checking down and the defense couldn’t get off the field on third downs. Midway through the second quarter, the Bills were down, 10-3, and outgained, 181-12, with zero first downs to 10 for journeyman quarterback Jacoby Brissett and the Browns.’
Bills Get Community Lift To Dig Out Of Snow And Beat Browns
‘“It’s called ‘the City of Good Neighbors’ for a reason, and you saw that in full effect,” coach Sean McDermott said. “Everyone back in Buffalo who’s currently digging out again, we’re thinking of you guys, and that was for you.”’
Bills’ Sean McDermott sparks Stefon Diggs touchdown with sideline chat: ‘He always has the right words to say’
‘”He always has the right words to say,” Diggs told the NFL Network during an interview on the field after the game. “My head coach does a great job of keeping everybody level-headed and everybody in the right space to go out there and execute.”‘
How the Bills Dug Out of the Snow and Got Their Season Back on Track
‘A sliding door on the side of Dawkins’s house had been sealed shut behind a wall of snow and, if he’d not had a small, elevated patio, with steps that spared one door from the worst of the accumulation, he’d have had an even harder time getting out. “If my back door was my front door,” he said, “it would’ve been impossible.”’
Who is Squirrel Winter? Meet Bills fan who helped clear Josh Allen’s driveway ahead of Browns game
‘”I introduced myself. ‘Dave. Dave Winter. When you think of snow, think of me, Winter,'” he said, according to King. “‘We got that red machinery shop, the farm just down the road.’ Looked like he was in a hurry. Didn’t have time to chit-chat. So that was it.”‘
Bills will have full practice on Tuesday
‘McDermott also gave an update on several injured players, saying that center Mitch Morse, offensive lineman David Quessenberry, and defensive end Gregory Rousseau will all be limited at practice this week. It will also be a stretch for linebacker Tremaine Edmunds and defensive end A.J. Epenesa to be able to play come Thursday.’