‘Jacksonville didn’t sack Allen once in the game. But Allen was just 8 of 16 passing for only 62 yards vs. the blitz, according to Buffalo News charting. Jacksonville sent 18 rushes of five or more men, the most of any Bills opponent this season and the fourth most of any opponent the past two seasons.’
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Buffalo Bills sign cornerback Josh Norman
‘Norman played for Bills coach Sean McDermott in Carolina when McDermott was the Panthers’ defensive coordinator, earning All-Pro honors in 2015 (four interceptions).’
Bills Mailbag: Was the decision on when to leave for London the wrong one?
‘It’s troubling that in two of the Bills’ last six games, dating back to the playoff loss to the Bengals, the team has admitted to coming out flat. Yes, that does fall directly on the coaching staff. The players should be self motivated, but after installing the game plan, the coaching staff’s biggest responsibility is to make sure the team is ready to go. Too often recently, that hasn’t looked like the case. It’s also to second guess the Bills’ decision not to leave for London until after practice Thursday, meaning they arrived in London on Friday morning. The team conducted just a walk-through practice Friday. Did that contribute to not looking ready to play? The possibility shouldn’t be entirely ruled out.’
Jim Kubiak: Jaguars’ approach of pressuring and playing soft makes difference vs. Bills
‘There was so much to unpack in this game. Ultimately, the Jaguars executed better offensively and defensively. They ran 28 more plays and controlled the football for 17 minutes more than the Bills. While the Friday flight to London with a Sunday game might have affected acclimatization for the Bills, the Jaguars had already been there for a week and were already properly adjusted. It may have been jet-lag that affected Buffalo’s energy and execution. Injuries affected the Bills and the incredible amount of penalties chopped this game up. Coming into this game, the Bills were the third-least penalized team in the league averaging 33 yards in penalties, but they were flagged for 109 yards in penalties.’
As injuries pile up, these 3 questions are top of mind as Bills prepare to play Giants
‘The Bills’ defense has been outstanding this season, but missed tackles have been an issue for this team going back a few years and Sunday, they were egregiously bad.’
What to know about the Giants as the Bills look to rebound on Sunday Night Football
‘The Bills return to Highmark Stadium for Sunday Night Football and face a New York Giants team that could be more banged up than them. And even when the Giants were healthy, it was disastrous.’
Bills address banged-up secondary depth by signing 12-year veteran Josh Norman to practice squad
‘Norman is a 12-year veteran after closing last season playing two games with the Carolina Panthers, which marked his third stop in three years. The 35-year-old returns to Buffalo for a second stint after appearing in nine games, including three starts, with the Bills in 2020.’
Bills sign former All-Pro CB Josh Norman to practice squad amid rash of defensive injuries
‘Following a four-year stint with Washington, Norman reunited with McDermott and Beane in Buffalo for the 2020 season. He played in nine regular-season games and started three that year, taking the spot of then-starting corner Levi Wallace after the latter went down with an injury. He also played in Buffalo’s run to the AFC title game, where the Bills lost to the Kansas City Chiefs.’
Opinion: Bills grades: Week 5 vs. Dolphins
‘Rushing Offense – F. Awful. Ken Dorsey continues shoving James Cook up the middle with sprint draws. Only 29 rushing yards as a team. Next.’
Bills bring back CB Josh Norman on practice squad
‘Buffalo’s ailing defense has lost top cornerback Tre’Davious White for the season, and Christian Benford, the other starting corner, is dealing with a shoulder injury that forced him to miss Sunday’s game in London. Nickel defender Taron Johnson banged his knee on the turf in the loss to the Jaguars, and second-year cornerback Kaiir Elam was benched in the fourth quarter. On top of that, All-Pro linebacker Matt Milano (leg) and starting defensive tackle DaQuan Jones (chest) need surgery and are out indefinitely.’
‘It’s unbelievable’: Bills fans impressed by London stadium that inspired new venue coming to Orchard Park
‘”Every seat is great,” Sheer said. “Everybody is going to love it. That’s what I feel. You look around, and I see when Terry Pegula went to the worst seat, I can see why he chose this.”‘
Bills bring back veteran CB, Josh Norman to practice squad
‘Buffalo heads into Week 6 down Tre’Davious White after he suffered an Achilles tear against the Dolphins. Also, Christian Benford just missed Week 5’s game against the Jaguars with a shoulder injury.’
Bills sign CB Josh Norman to practice squad
‘Norman previously played for the Bills during the 2020 season where he appeared in nine games regular season games and was part of a Bills team that made the AFC Championship game. Norman had a pick-six against Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa in Week 17 that season.’