‘No other details were revealed. Dawkins was spotted on the field wearing a black wrap around his right hand.’
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Carucci Take2: Bills’ pass-rush improvement requires impact from Leonard Floyd and incumbents stepping up
‘Consequently, pressure is building on incumbent members of the defensive line – especially ends A.J. Epenesa and Boogie Basham – to deliver or else possibly not make the final 53-man roster. Both joined the Bills as second-round draft picks, Basham in 2021 and Epenesa in 2020, so expectations are elevated.’
Bills’ Taron Johnson credits college teammate for physical style of play
‘The five year veteran said he’s always been a physical player. But added that he had a teammate in college who weighed 160 pounds and played harder than anyone else. That motivated Johnson to play the physical brand he displays on the field and it’s something his coaches respect about him. “He does it with a smile on his face and if we ever think about taking him out of the game, he takes it personal,” said Johnson. “So he has that level of competitiveness.’
Coach McDermott speaks as Bills Training Camp is closed to fans
‘“The mental part of the equation, in terms of the training it takes, we don’t take that lightly,” said McDermott. “I think that’s a big part of it, you have to be in a good spot mentally. That doesn’t happen on the week of the Jets game, that happens weeks before.”’
Jim Boeheim visits Bills training camp
‘”It’s great to be here,” Boeheim said. “When you fish one day and you play golf one day, and you can’t catch fish and you can’t hit golf balls, I’m happy to be up here. This is pretty good.”‘
Allen ranks 8th in NFL’s Top 100 Players of 2023
‘Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes took the top spot for the second time in three seasons. Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson, Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa, Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow and Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill also ranked ahead of Allen. Cowboys outside linebacker Micah Parsons and Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones rounded out the top 10.’
Bills Training Camp Day 10: Preparing for preseason and more
‘Not only is this the last week of camp, but Monday was also a day of camp that no fans were allowed to come. The Bills closed off practice to the fans around town but did invite some familiar fans to come check out what they do.’
Former Syracuse Men’s Basketball coach Jim Boeheim attends Bills Training Camp
‘Since retirement, it’s been unsure what Jim Boeheim has been up to in his personal life, but it seems he was more than happy to come to Rochester for the day. “You fish one day and you golf one day and when you can’t catch fish and you can’t hit golf balls, I’m happy to be up here. This is pretty good,” said Boeheim.’
Josh Allen ranks No. 8 in list of top 100 NFL players
‘The 2023 list marks Allen’s highest ranking in his career after appearing on each of the last three lists.’
Top 3 things to know from Day 10 of Bills Training Camp
‘Monday’s practice was a little chippier and more physical than most. The team’s been in camp for more than two weeks at this point and has only two practices left at St. John Fisher. Ed Oliver (back soreness), Isaiah Coulter (knee), Cam Lewis (groin) and Reggie Gilliam (groin) did not participate in practice. Dion Dawkins did not finish practice due to a “banged hand” and is considered day-to-day.’
Josh Allen lands in the top 10 on the NFL’s Top 100 list
‘The 2023 list marks Allen’s highest ranking in his career after appearing on each of the last three. In addition to proving his elite passing capabilities, Allen also rushed for 762 yards and 7 touchdowns.’
Former teammate believes Andy Isabella has ‘a serious shot’ to make the Bills
‘“I knew immediately when he told me that they worked him out, I knew that he was gonna sign,” Sherfield said. “Because you know how Andy is: hard worker, good football player. And it’s pretty cool to see. To have KeeSean and Andy in the same room, it’s almost kind of like reliving those moments.”’
Observations: Jordan Phillips activated, eyes Bills’ season opener against Jets
‘After his press conference, Phillips told The Buffalo News he plans to be available when the season opens Sept. 11 at the New York Jets. “Oh, yeah, I’ll be ready for Week 1,” he said.’
In battle at middle linebacker, Tyrel Dodson may have the edge over Terrell Bernard
‘What would be nice is if the Bills could somehow meld Dodson and Bernard into one player. Dodson has a little more size at 237 pounds and will probably hold up better against the run while the 222-pound Bernard has a little more speed that will help him in pass coverage.’
Bills’ Christian Benford has big day in CB2 audition on Day 9 of training camp (Observations)
‘Bills coach Sean McDermott said last Thursday that he hopes the team can make a decision at the cornerback position battle sooner rather than later. He added that the scrimmage inside the stadium last Friday was a good early proving ground for all three players hoping to win the job. The battle will likely continue in the preseason games and McDermott said the team will know when it knows and it’s about letting the process play out.’