‘Last year, it was supposed to be Super Bowl or Bust for the Bills. They won 13 games and busted in the playoffs against Cincinnati after having a game against the same Bengals canceled when defensive back Damar Hamlin went into cardiac arrest on the field. The year before, they lost in overtime to Kansas City in a playoff game that still defies explanation.’
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The Bills believe they are stronger after going through an emotionally draining season last year
‘“I’m not going to say last season, this season, next season. This sport takes a toll on its players a lot more than people know, not only physically, but mentally,” he said. “Even though the money is tremendous, the stakes are at their highest and can really take a toll on anybody. And everyone gets touched. No one’s safe.”’
Bills’ Micah Hyde dealing with back injury, considered day-to-day ahead of season opener vs. Jets
‘Hyde has not played in a regular-season game since he suffered a neck injury in Week 2 of the 2022 season. While the injury was supposed to sideline him for the remainder of the season, the Bills designated Hyde to return from injured reserve prior to the start of the postseason. Hyde ended up not playing in the playoffs after Buffalo was dispatched by Cincinnati in the divisional round.’
McDermott announces starters at key positions prior to season opener with Jets
‘On the offensive side of the ball, it will be 2023 second-round pick O’Cyrus Torrence starting at right guard, beating out veteran Ryan Bates. McDermott feels Torrence had a “workman-like” approach to his game leading up to his first NFL season.’
Von Miller says knee was cleared two days before roster decisions had to be made
‘”I didn’t have no pride ether way that it went,” Miller said. “Of course I wanted to play, but the ultimate goal is to get to the playoffs and have success deep into the playoffs and to win the Super Bowl. So ultimately, it wasn’t my decision, but I want to do whatever it takes to win.”‘
Report: Former Bills wide receiver, Buffalo native Mike Williams on life support in Tampa hospital
‘Just one season after signing a massive six-year contract extension with the Buccaneers, Williams was traded to his hometown team in 2014, where he would only dress for nine games, catching eight passes for 142 yards and one touchdown.’
Local retailers ready for business ahead of 2023 Bills season opener
‘As part of those preparations, “Bills Mafia” has been flocking to local retailers in the region for the newest Bills gear. Whether it’d be apparel, clothing or merchandise, retailers can sense that excitement running rampant among fans entering their stores.’
Bills ready for ‘Dog fight’ on primetime
‘“Every time we play, it’s going to be a dog fight,” Josh Allen said. “Division games are tough because you play everybody twice.”’
Buffalo Bills announce winners of key position battles heading into Week 1
‘On offense, guard O’Cyrus Torrence will replace Ryan Bates on the Bills offensive line. On defense, linebacker Terrel Bernard will play next to Matt Milano and cornerback Christian Benford will play opposite Tre’Davious White . All three players are slated to start in the Bills Week 1 matchup against the New York Jets.’
Buffalo native and former Bills wide receiver Mike Williams hospitalized after “construction accident”
‘Williams’ agent said that the family has asked that a GoFundMe page, organized by a Latrina Moore, be taken down.’
MLB Terrel Bernard, CB Christian Benford to start for Bills in opener
‘Another second-year defender, cornerback Christian Benford, also will start Buffalo’s opening game against the New York Jets on Monday Night Football, and rookie O’Cyrus Torrence will start at right guard, McDermott said.’
Former NFL receiver, Buffalo native Mike Williams on life support
‘Williams starred in football and basketball for Riverside, making the All-Western New York team in both sports. He was an all-conference selection in football at Syracuse and also had a brief stint on the Syracuse basketball team. His NFL career spanned five seasons with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Buffalo Bills.’
Bills’ Bernard and Benford to start; Hyde dealing with back issue
‘Terrel Bernard will start at middle linebacker. Christian Benford will get the start at cornerback opposite Tre’Davious White, and second round pick O’Cyrus Torrence has won a starting position at guard.’
Remembering former NFL wide receiver and Buffalo native Mike Williams
‘Wednesday night, sources tell Channel 2’s Claudine Ewing that Williams is on life support but will officially be taken off the machine on Thursday. According to the source, he was supposed to be off life support Tuesday but family members wanted to wait a day.’
Sean McDermott, Bills defense preparing to face Aaron Rodgers
‘“It’s been a little bit of a challenge for us in terms of trying to find what we should watch and how long we should watch it,” said head coach Sean McDermott. “We’re just trying to be fundamentally sound in what we do and know that we’re up for a big challenge.”’