‘With an extra month of important information available on players, plus team needs that are more clearly defined, here’s a new batch of mock drafts for Buffalo’s No. 27 pick.’
Archives for April 2023
Former NFL MVP open to backing up Buffalo Bills’ Josh Allen
‘In a recent podcast appearance, Newton listed 12 quarterbacks that he would be willing to backup in 2023. Among his list was Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen.’
NFL ordered weaker non-relocation penalties in stadium leases
‘“The NFL changed its rules after Buffalo’s last non-relocation agreement was signed,” a source said, “because the league said that deal was too strict. So the NFL basically prohibited NFL teams from ever again signing a similarly tough NRA. They wanted financial penalties for abandoning a stadium lease to be ramped down after a certain point.” ‘
Buffalo Bills seal tentative deal for $1.54B new stadium project
‘The $1.54 billion price tag is roughly $100 million more than the previously stated cost of the project — with the difference covered by the team.’
Bills formally submit agreement to state, county for new $1.5 billion stadium with 30-year lease
‘Such a major project will take some time, as the team is aiming to have the new Bills’ home ready by the 2026 season. The new stadium would be located across the street from where the Bills play now in Orchard Park, New York.’
Watch: Bills’ Josh Allen virtually as good hitting golf ball as he is throwing football ahead of 2023 Masters
‘Allen, an avid golfer who recently took part in the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro Am, was part of EA Sports’ virtual golf event that also included country music star Eric Church and pro golfers Tony Finau and Lexi Thompson. During the event, Allen hit the following fairway shot on 13 that nearly landed in the cup.’
Buffalo Bills EVP Ron Raccuia ‘another great step for all of us’ as stadium negotiations are finalized
‘”What we have accomplished, which is what we are really proud of, is that we have secured the future of the Buffalo Bills in Western New York for 30 years,” Bills Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Ron Raccuia told 7 News on Wednesday.’
Buffalo Bills trade gridiron for beanbags as Topeka cornhole tournament nears
‘Stormont Vail Events Center, at 1 Expocentre Dr., announced on Wednesday, April 5, that Buffalo Bills players Dion Dawkins, Jordan Poyer, Tim Settle Jr., and Tyler Matakevich will face off as teammates and competitors with their ACL pro partners in the second SuperHole IV prelim.’
The state of the AFC East post-free agency — and where the Bills fit in
‘First and foremost, the move that has the biggest potential impact is the expected trade of Aaron Rodgers to the New York Jets. On March 15, Rodgers announced on the Pat McAfee Show that his intention is to play for the Jets in 2023, which will require the Packers and Jets agreeing on a trade.’
New Bills offensive lineman David Edwards was ‘critical factor’ for Rams, coach Sean McVay said
‘That excitement was evident during Edwards’ introductory videoconference with Buffalo media. Edwards said that while it was a challenge at first, he knew Kromer’s plan would help him in the long run. Edwards had played mainly right tackle in college, but Kromer told him in their first meetings that he would learn everything but center.’
Bills, New York, Erie County reach final stadium deal; will go to Legislature for vote
‘The documents were clocked in Tuesday with Erie County, and now the County Legislature will have 30 days to review them before deciding whether to give the $1.54 billion project the final OK it needs to proceed.’
10 highlights of the final Buffalo Bills stadium deal
‘The $1.54 billion project cost includes $1.14 billion for stadium construction, $188.6 million for design work and other soft costs; $57 million for stadium furniture and equipment; and $13.5 million to tear down the existing stadium.’
Deal allows for 6% surcharge on all purchases at new Bills stadium
‘The surcharge could be added to tickets, parking, concessions and merchandise sales at the stadium, including non-NFL events that require a paid ticket to attend. In other words, the surcharge would apply to a concert at the stadium but not a free high school football game, Poloncarz said.’
Language in Bills stadium deal makes relocation unlikely for 30 years. But not impossible
‘“The nonrelocation agreement is a strong agreement that keeps the Bills in town,” said Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz, who agreed to spend $250 million in county funds along with the $600 million in state money committed by Gov. Kathy Hochul.’
What’s in Bills’ community benefits agreement? Public transit, diverse hiring, civic events and more
‘As previously reported by The Buffalo News, the Bills must invest at least $3 million a year in the community, with that amount rising up to 2.2% a year, depending on the consumer price index. That amounts to more than $100 million over the life of the 30-year stadium lease deal.’