‘“They’ve got a great running back,” defensive end Shaq Lawson said. “That guy can move. They’ve got a great offense, great receivers on the outside. So, we’ve just gotta come and be ready to play.”’
Archives for September 16, 2023
Ryan O’Halloran: New team, new role for Bills’ Taylor Rapp
‘Said assistant head coach/defensive line coach Eric Washington: “He can match up against certain receivers and he’s a good matchup for us close to the line of scrimmage. We know he’s going to be physical and a heat-seeking missile if you will.”’
Bills confident about parking, traffic for home opener as long as fans plan ahead
‘The Bills say the number of parking spaces around the stadium will be about the same this season as it was before, despite construction stealing spots from areas previously used as parking, including all of what was the former Lot 3 and some of Lot 4.’
Former Syracuse football star calls out Raiders owner after being ruled out vs. Buffalo Bills
‘For the second straight week, Jones is out due to a personal matter. Jones, a former Syracuse University football star and Rochester, NY native, is in the midst of a bizarre matter with the team. It started in early September when Jones posted a rant on Instagram about being locked out of the team facility and having to work out at a local gym. It escalated shortly thereafter to Jones saying that he no longer wanted to play for head coach Josh McDaniels or general manager Dave Zeigler.’
Josh Allen’s short memory, shutting down Josh Jacobs highlight Bills keys to beating Raiders
‘No quarterback in the NFL has thrown more interceptions than Allen’s 32 since the start of 2021, so for the first time since he broke into the league, Allen has something to prove on the field and he’s likely to get the chance against the Raiders.’
Will Raiders see unstoppable or reckless Josh Allen?
‘The fine line Allen and the Bills are trying to create between confident and prudent has been frustratingly elusive. His 84 turnovers since 2018 are the most in the NFL. And his interception rate has gone from 13th in 2020 to 17th in 2021 to tied for 23rd in 2022.’
Raiders prep for former Faith Lutheran standout
‘A Faith Lutheran graduate, Las Vegas Valley native and the No. 25 overall pick in April’s NFL draft, Kincaid is among the pass catchers the Raiders are tasked with defending. The 6-foot-4-inch, 240-pound former wide receiver debuted Monday against the New York Jets, catching four passes for 26 yards in Buffalo’s 22-16 overtime loss.’
Saturday’s Las Vegas Coverage
Raiders rookie tight end quickly getting up to speed (Las Vegas Review Journal)
Will Raiders see unstoppable or reckless Josh Allen? (Las Vegas Review Journal)
Raiders prep for former Faith Lutheran standout (Las Vegas Review Journal)
Raiders WR Jakobi Meyers ruled out with concussion (ESPN)
Raiders-Bills Week 2 Injury Report: Jakobi Meyers ruled out (Raiders.com)
What They’re Saying: Bills gearing up to play a ‘determined rushing attack’ in the Raiders offense (Raiders.com)
McDermott knows Raiders will be a tough test
‘”He got right back in the saddle, he’s worked hard,” said McDermott during his weekly appearance on the “Extra Point Show” on WGR. “It matters to Josh, we all know that. He’s very competitive, and he’s focused on this week’s game.”‘
Bills healthy as can be heading into Sunday’s home opener against Raiders
‘Just one name is listed on the Bills’ injury report, as center Mitch Morse is listed as a full participant with a finger injury.’
Private lots near Highmark Stadium ready for home opener, game day changes to parking
‘”What’s changed here is the phone calls by the thousands to ask about parking. We’re offering parking like we did last year. I’m just suggesting the people come early, take a little time. Don’t try to come at the last minute, because I believe the Bills will run out of a lot of parking spots,” said Mark Ebeling, owner of Danny’s South at the corner of Abbott and Big Tree Roads. “There’s a lot of parking out here, [but] you had a lot to go to like the ‘Mud Lot,’ it’s not there no more. It’s gone. Across the street from the Bills stadium is gone. So take some time and come out early. The parking is still here.”‘
Bills fans with DIRECTV may be left in dark come Sunday’s home opener
‘That’s because the digital satellite provider remains in an ongoing dispute with Nexstar, the parent company of the CBS affiliate in Buffalo, WIVB-TV.’
Bills fans transform Orchard Park home into tailgate headquarters
‘”The last couple seasons were pretty rough, to say the least, with the weather and the cold and the rain. So a couple of guys pretty much got fed up with this and said, ‘We’re gonna buy a house,'” said Webster in an interview with WBEN.’
‘It’s literally a vision come true’: Bills super fans build ultimate tailgating home
‘The house, located just down the street from Highmark Stadium, is the new home of The 12th Man Mafia Gang and The Mafia Misfits. The groups wanted a place to call their home for viewing parties and tailgates.’
Fans fear parking fumble on Sunday: Where to park and how to get to the game
‘“We come for the home opener every year for the past couple of years and we usually park over there. However, I hear it might be a little bit harder this year because they are losing all of them spaces, so we haven’t really decided what we are going to do,” Robert Cortez, a Bills fan from Virginia, said.’