‘The difference might come down to defense, where the Bills appear to have an edge.’
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McDermott says Dolphins offense is ‘almost revolutionary’
‘”They have unreal team speed on the offensive side. That’s really where my focus has been the last hour or two,” said McDermott during his weekly Zoom call with the local media on Monday. “It seems like they added to it this offseason.”‘
Opinion: Ophelia, what went wrong?
‘Howell’s tendency to hold onto the ball a little bit longer was not a great idea against this Bills defense. The third quarter started with a nice looking Washington drive, but then the Bills’ pass rush got to Howell again, helping force a third interception. This time, it came from cornerback Tre’Davious White in the end zone.’
Bills TE Dawson Knox supports children fighting cancer with every touchdown, reception
‘Buffalo Bills tight end Dawson Knox supports little fighters in Buffalo by backing the P.U.N.T. Pediatric Cancer Collaborative. For every touchdown catch he hauls in this season, he’s donating $1,000 to the cause, along with $100 for every reception.’
How much are Bills vs Dolphins tickets for Sunday at Highmark Stadium?
‘Prices on Ticketmaster are mostly starting in the $260 range for 300-level seats, with fees included. Save for a few in the end zone, you won’t find many lower-level seats for under $300. Same deal on StubHub.’
Bills emerging star on defense: Terrell Bernard looks to turn the tide against red-hot Dolphins
‘We also didn’t see much of him last season, but all of a sudden, Bernard has stepped in and is making a huge difference for this defense.’
Bernard emerging as playmaker on Bills defense
‘”I think I’ve said it from the beginning of the year, this is a guy who just seems like he’s always around the ball,” safety Jordan Poyer said. “Great instincts, commands the defense. He made some huge plays today — some plays that just kept our momentum going, and he’s going to continue to make plays for this defense. Great player.”‘
Terrel Bernard follows up Week 2 with dominant game at Commanders
‘“We knew that TB was a good football player and he’s gotten off to a good start,” McDermott said. “We’re just going in a week for and he’s off to a good start. I think that’s the key is he continues to play and grow and learn all the while, and that his play improves each and every week as he embraces that kind of mindset.”’
Bills coaching staff quickly turning their attention to the undefeated Dolphins
‘”It seems like they added to it this offseason, right?,” McDermott noted. “So, very good skill. Tua is throwing the ball extremely well. And their schematics are almost revolutionary in what they do. Coach (Mike) McDaniel is very creative and does a lot of things to get you out of position on defense.”‘
Highlighting the best Bills’ defensive stats through three weeks
‘The Bills’ nine total sacks are the most in a single game since the Eagles racked up 10 in Oct. 2019.’
Observations: Bills put on a dominant defensive display in routing Commanders, 37-3
‘For the first time in team history, the Bills had four players with multiple sacks in a 37-3 trouncing of the Washington Commanders at FedEx Field. The win improves the Bills to 2-1 on the season and sets up an early-season showdown next week at home against the unbeaten Miami Dolphins (3-0).’
Ryan O’Halloran: Bills-Dolphins I has potential to be all kinds of awesome
‘Watching the Dolphins’ offense is like watching a video at the 2x setting on your DVR. That sudden. That quick. That fast. That impressive.’
Bills linebacker Terrel Bernard posts dominant stat line as he continues to evolve
‘Middle linebacker was one of the Bills’ biggest question marks this offseason following the departure of Tremaine Edmunds. While Bernard is just three games into the season, he’s affirmed so far that the Bills were right to put their trust in him, as one of the few new starters on the defense, and the one who relays the calls to the team from the sideline. Bernard has been solid in his play and his communication.’
Bills notebook: Practice pays off for A.J. Epenesa; Josh Allen thrilled to slide
‘“A.J. is notorious for doing that in practice,” Allen said Sunday. “He’s tall and lanky, and he just finds a way to make plays like that. He’s done that to us in practice so many different times, so it was good to see him go out there and do it in the game, and then go finish in the end zone and celebrate with his teammates.”’
Three questions: Bills’ defense shows some sustainable assets vs. Washington
‘Entering the season, the Bills desperately needed left defensive end Leonard Floyd to sustain the pass rushing productivity he showed over the past three seasons. Obviously, that’s because the Bills are without Von Miller. Floyd had 29 sacks the previous three years for the Rams. Through two games, he already has 3.5 sacks. If this keeps up, the Bills’ defense will be even better than last year.’