‘After one day with the first team last week, Spector was passed over in favor of Tyrel Dodson this week and the second-year linebacker hasn’t gotten back into the mix. But Spector has been making plays and showcasing his speed and pursuit when he has been on the field. Bernard has struggled to play after the snap, at times being out of position and failing to make a big impact in coverage. Bernard was beat for a deep touchdown by Dawson Knox this week and then was nowhere to be found on a monster James Cook Friday night. He just got swallowed up as the offensive line pushed forward, opening huge running lane for the back.’
Archives for August 2023
Hamlin on returning to the Bills’ home field: ‘I can’t describe it to you’
‘”But to be able to be back out here so soon, you know, right away, just in the process like everybody else, it’s like, I can’t describe it to you.”‘
Bills GM wins $50,000 bet for WNY charities
‘This was the bet: Beane needed to shoot 79 for McAfee to donate $25,000 to a charity of Beane’s choice. Anything better than 79, then the donation doubles to $50,000.’
Bills fans get an inside peek at Return of the Blue and Red
‘The Bills hosted a multitude of fans for special experiences that resulted in exciting moments and plenty of permanent marker use. Here are some of the groups that got an opportunity to go behind the scenes at the Return of the Blue and Red.’
Bills’ rotation at No. 2 cornerback continues at Return of the Blue and Red
‘The competition between three cornerbacks – Dane Jackson, Kaiir Elam and Christian Benford – to start opposite Tre’Davious White is one of the bigger battles of training camp. Since camp began last Wednesday, the three corners – who all spent last season with the Bills – have rotated reps, as the Bills continue to evaluate who will start.’
Observations: ‘So many emotions’ for Damar Hamlin in practicing at stadium
‘“It was emotional,” Hamlin said. “I probably shed tears twice out here. So many emotions and so much love for the game. Blessed to be out here with my team and just playing the sport I love at the highest level. It meant everything for me.”’
Buffalo Bills scrimmage news: Damar Hamlin returns to Highmark Stadium, Spencer Brown back
‘“It was an emotional day, I felt the love then (in January) but to then not knowing the future and not knowing what it was going to be for me, to be able to be back out here so soon, I can’t describe that to you,” Hamlin said after the Bills’ two-hour practice concluded.’
Return of Blue and Red: Hamlin’s competitive juices flowing; Kincaid is human; New WR shining; O-line struggles
‘“Man, it’s a packed house. My cousin’s here, my friend’s here, my grandma is here — everybody’s here,” he said. “It’s my grandma’s birthday, too. It was yesterday. So. Happy birthday, Grandma.”’
Training Camp Observations Day 8: Bills rookies dazzled by atmosphere in first trip to Highmark
‘“Man, just seeing the fans out here and how they’re going crazy,” said Williams, a rookie linebacker. “It’s a great experience and there’s a reason why you want to be in Buffalo. The fans and the culture.”’
Bills’ Josh Allen needles Chiefs’ Travis Kelce for attempt to win over Taylor Swift with friendship bracelet
‘Allen joined FanDuel’s Kay Adams on “Up & Adams” and weighed in on Kelce’s plan to gift Swift a friendship bracelet with his number on it. Asked what he would have use to attract a global superstar like Swift, Allen swatted down Kelce’s present. “Not friendship bracelets,” Allen said.’
Josh Allen Sports New Blue Bills Helmet at Practice, Elicits Strong Reactions
‘As multiple NFL teams like the Jets, Eagles and Titans—among others—have announced a return to their throwback uniforms and helmets, Buffalo could be hinting at a potential ‘mix-n-match’ combination of jersey and helmet colors.’
Some of the newer Bills really enjoyed their first experience in the stadium with the fans
‘Damien Harris spent four years with the New England Patriots, but never played in a Super Bowl. He’s come through the tunnel in Orchard Park as the enemy, but Friday was a unique experience for him, “This is crazy, it almost made me late for practice, but this is great, these are the best fans in the world, so it was great to come out here and strap it on front of them for the first time in our stadium, my first time here on the good side. Obviously the energy is electric and I’m glad to be here.”’
Bills fans welcome team back with huge turnout at Highmark Stadium
‘In front of a packed lower bowl, players and coaches conducted a practice complete with their usual positional work, as well as offense against defense in different types of game situations.’
Bills safety Damar Hamlin back on the field at Highmark Stadium
‘”To be able to be blessed to be back out here with my team, playing the sport I love at the highest level, it meant everything to me,” Hamlin said after practice on Friday. “It was really emotional and it will be like that forever.”‘
Buffalo Bills fans filled with excitement for the ‘Return of the Blue and Red’
‘“You’re going to have to get here a little bit earlier and just find a spot if you can. They’re losing a lot of parking, so I think it’s going to be a little difficult to find any parking now,” noted Cody Souder, Bills Fan.’