‘“I’m trying to get my life together,” he said. “I had a moving team probably two or three weeks ago, brought my Sleep Number bed and things like that from Indy to here. Things are settling down, but the first two or three weeks, it was an initial shock, at least for me. It was my first time moving. I had been there four or five years, so I just accumulated things. I established myself there, and overnight you just have to pick up and leave and you’ve got three hours to pack. … I’ve had a lot of help to make this transition.”’
Archives for December 16, 2022
PlayAction: For Bills’ Sam Martin, punting in Highmark winds is both science and art
‘“I’d definitely prefer snow over rain because the ball stays drier, your hands stay drier,” Martin said. “Warmups are super important because you can really do trial and error. Sometimes you best punt is the punt that lands and rolls. You’re always trying to strategize.”’
Bills’ injury updates: Ryan Bates, Jordan Phillips ruled out; Matt Milano improving
‘Milano did not participate Tuesday or Wednesday, but he was upgraded to a limited participant on Thursday. This follows the same trajectory he had last week. Milano was questionable heading into the game against the New York Jets, but he played 100% of defensive snaps and had a strong performance.’
How we see it: News writers predict Bills vs. Dolphins rematch
‘The danger for the Bills’ defense in this game is missed tackles, particularly if the footing is shaky. Miss a tackle on Tyreek Hill or Jaylen Waddle, and look out. The Dolphins would be wise to get the ball out of quarterback Tua Tagovailoa’s hands quickly, and to let Hill and Waddle try to make big plays. Having Jordan Poyer and Tre’Davious White back for this game after both missed the first meeting is big for the Buffalo secondary.’
View from Vegas: Weather won’t be good, but it favors the Bills
‘Prediction: Buffalo over Miami by 11.’
Erik Brady: Let there be peace on earth, and a Bills’ Super Bowl victory
‘“People would say to him, ‘You make the drive to Buffalo every day for work – and then, on your day off, you drive back for the Bills?’ And we would just say, ‘Oh, yes, we know that route very well.’”’
Despite a tough year, can Bills pass defense step up to stop Miami’s dynamic receivers?
‘Given all that upheaval, it’s no surprise the Bills currently rank 19th in passing yards allowed (219.5), 13th in completion percentage (63.7), and seventh in passer rating (81.7).’
Bills’ Greg Rousseau continues unlocking more skills in a deep arsenal
‘“I’ve been feeding him gunpowder and gasoline,” Miller said. “Whenever you’re 6-7 and you’ve got a mean, tough attitude, there’s really nobody that can block you. It’s just a matter of time before you get there and disrupt the offense.”’
Friday’s Miami Coverage
Christian Wilkins, Zach Sieler anchoring middle of Dolphins defense with larger workloads (Miami Herald)
Injury updates on Armstead and Wilson. And 6 NFL people weigh on Tua after 2 tough gamess (Miami Herald)
Freezing temperatures? Snow? Wind? Breaking down the weather forecast for Dolphins-Bills (Miami Herald)
Mike McDaniel sees necessary strong-mindedness in Dolphins to pull off upset in frigid Buffalo (South Florida Sun Sentinel)
Dolphins DC Boyer takes ownership of 3rd-and-17 call; Armstead says he’s ready for Bills game (South Florida Sun Sentinel)
Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow: Dolphins brace for Buffalo (Palm Beach Post)
Dolphins RB Jeff Wilson hopes to face Bills (if injured hip will cooperate) (Palm Beach Post)
The Dolphins and Tua have the opportunity against the Bills to show that they are still alive (El Nuevo Herald)
Dolphins Brace For Snow, Cold In AFC East Showdown At Bills (AP)
Dolphins’ Mike McDaniel trolls Bills with clever shirt ahead of crucial matchup (Fox News)
Dolphins’ Tua Tagovailoa on dealing with Buffalo’s expected cold weather: ‘It snows in Alabama’ (Fox News)
Tua Tagovailoa downplays potential impact of snow on Dolphins game against Bills (CBS Sports)
CBS4’s Steve Goldstein on the Dolphins’ shuffle off to Buffalo (WFOR-TV)
Transcript | Mike McDaniel’s Media Availability – December 15 (MiamiDolphins.com)
Top Quotes | Media Availability – December 15 (MiamiDolphins.com)
Cole Beasley had to ‘resolve issues’ with Bills before re-signing
‘“Nobody’s perfect,” Beasley said. “I didn’t handle everything how I wanted to. A lot of that was a big reason I wanted to come back as well. It’s really the internet world with that, because outside of here there was nothing negative for the most part.”’
Bills Host Dolphins; 1 Win From Clinching Playoff Berth
‘Key Matchup: CB Tre’Davious White against Dolphins WR Tyreek Hill. After being eased back into action in his first two games after missing a year recovering from a torn knee ligament, White played all 74 snaps last weekend. The Bills top pass defender is expected to shadow Hill, whom he’s familiar with in past games when the receiver was with Kansas City. With the Chiefs, Hill was limited to a combined 17 catches for 124 yards in three regular-season meetings against Buffalo, with White playing. Hill roasted the Bills in two playoff meetings — one without White — by combining for 20 catches and 322 yards and a touchdown. The Bills, minus White, limited Hill to two catches for 33 yards in September.’
Miami Dolphins will need a lot more heaters as snow is expected for Buffalo Bills game
‘The Miami Dolphins and Buffalo Bills are set to face off for the second time this season Saturday night at Highmark Stadium, and snow is in the forecast.’
Bills vs. Dolphins weather updates: Heavy snow in Buffalo forecast for NFL Week 15 Saturday night game
‘If Miami thought that was a cold gameday experience, the team is in for an eye-opening experience on Saturday. The Dolphins are set to wrap up their season series with the Bills on Saturday at Highmark Stadium in Buffalo, in a game that is expected to feature snow throughout the day at the outdoor stadium.’
McDermott knows challenge of containing Dolphins’ speed
‘On a short week, Bills head coach Sean McDermott during the “Extra Point Show” only ruled out defensive tackle Jordan Phillips, and guard Ryan Bates against Miami. Linebacker Matt Milano was not ruled out and is going to practice Thursday after not practicing the rest of the week. McDermott also said that offensive linemen Ike Boettger continues to get better as his deadline from coming off of PUP is close.’
Bills running back gets involved with nonprofit partially thanks to his dog
‘“I do things from going to different Boys and Girls clubs, and meeting with different kids,” Jones said. “Being reachable, talking with them, trying to inspire them. We also go out into communities and pass out food or clothing, whatever is necessary for that community.”’