‘The Bills have been outscored 30-10 in the first half over the last three weeks, only to turn it on during the second half to win or come close. At some point a slow start is going to result in an ugly blowout. And while a 4-4 record isn’t typically when changes are made to coaching staffs, if the Bills suffer another slow start and lose, it could happen.’
Archives for October 26, 2023
Scheer: ‘Low positive’ Allen? Bring back free-wheelin’ Josh!
‘Starting with tonight’s home game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, I’d like to see “high positive” or “positive positive” Josh Allen again.’
Thursday’s Tampa Bay Coverage
Bucs guard Matt Feiler out, Vita Vea a game-time decision vs. Bills (Tampa Bay Times)
Why Bucs can’t reach the end zone once they enter the red zone (Tampa Bay Times)
How Bucs RB White went from sleeping on floors to the NFL (ESPN)
Buccaneers’ Baker Mayfield, Chris Godwin will play vs. Bills in Week 8 ‘Thursday Night Football,’ per report (CBS Sports)
Bucs’ defense strives for continued improvements against Bills (WFLA-TV)
Bucs Activate Chase Edmonds, Waive Derrek Pitts (Buccaneers.com)
Buccaneers-Bills Injury Report Oct. 25: Feiler & Merriweather Ruled Out, 3 Bucs Questionable (Buccaneers.com)
Countdown to Kickoff: Buccaneers-Bills, Week 8 2023 (Buccaneers.com)
2023 Game Preview: Buccaneers-Bills, Week 8 (Buccaneers.com)
5 Bucs to Watch Against the Bills in Week 8 (Buccaneers.com)
How to Watch: Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Buffalo Bills (Buccaneers.com)
Buffalo Bills host the Tampa Buccaneers in prime-time matchup of two sluggish offenses
‘The three-time defending AFC East champion Bills (4-3) are suddenly in turmoil following a rash of injuries sidelining three key defensive starters and not getting help from a slow-starting offense that’s combined for 10 points in the first half in losing two of its past three.’
Welcome to Buffalo: Bucs making just 3rd trip to upstate NY in prime-time outing against Bills
‘Key Matchup: Bucs WRs Mike Evans and Chris Godwin versus Bills secondary. Buffalo’s defensive scheme hinges on the front four applying pressure to aid a secondary missing CB Tre’Davious White (torn Achilles tendon). Tampa Bay, however, has allowed the second-fewest sacks in the NFL this season. Second-year CB Christian Benford and fourth-year backup Dane Jackson will start against an Evans/Godwin tandem that’s combined for 63 catches, with Evans scoring four times.’
Bills’ swoon complicating McDermott’s first season with DC duties
‘”Sean does not waver from his beliefs, from the way that this program has been built and we all understand that it starts with him …” assistant head coach/defensive line coach Eric Washington said. “You’ve gotta understand what is going to happen over the course of a season and how the great teams respond to it.”‘
Buffalo Bills vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: How to watch live stream, TV channel, NFL start time
‘Here’s a few offensive stats to keep an eye on ahead of Thursday’ match: The Bills command a daunting offense this season, having averaged 3.4 touchdowns per game. It’s a different story for the Buccaneers, though, as they’ve been averaging only 1.7 per game. Will the Bills continue their march to the end zone, or will the Buccaneers flip the script?’
What’s wrong with the Bills? How injuries to Josh Allen, Von Miller, Tre’Davious White are impacting Buffalo
‘While the Bills have a strong roster, they have some issues that are holding them back from becoming a top-flight contender in 2023. Here’s a look at what’s wrong with the Bills and how they could try to fix what ails them.’
What’s wrong with Josh Allen? How shoulder injury has hampered Bills QB in recent weeks
‘A shoulder injury isn’t doing Allen any favors. The QB was hurt during the team’s less-than-impressive 14-9 win over the Giants in Week 6, and it appeared to hamper him again in the loss to the Pats last Sunday.’
Three players out for Bills as they host Tampa Bay on Thursday
‘During his appearance on WGR on Wednesday, head coach Sean McDermott announced that tight ends Dawson Knox and Quintin Morris will not be available for the Bills on Thursday night due to injury. Knox underwent surgery to repair his wrist on Tuesday, while Morris is dealing with an ankle injury going back to the team’s Sunday night win over the New York Giants in Week 6. McDermott did not provide any sort of timetable for Knox’s return to the Buffalo lineup.’
McDermott prepared for changes in short week
‘”We have to play a better complimentary game like we did through the first four weeks,” said McDermott on Wednesday during his weekly appearance on the “Extra Point Show” on WGR. “I think we had 12 drives that started across the minus-40. That was due to getting off the field defensively and taking the ball away defensively, and helping our offense. Of late, we have faced ball-control offenses who aren’t willing to expose their quarterback, primarily the drop back game, and also expose the football. One of our strengths is taking the ball away and sacking the quarterback, so we’ve got to continue to figure out ways to get off the field and take the ball away, and feed our offense here:;
Opinion: Defensive injuries means more pressure on Bills offense
‘The defense may have injuries it cannot overcome to stay an elite unit. Matt Milano was the best player on that side of the football and his replacements have not come close to filling the void after three games.’
What you need to know to get to Thursday’s Bills game
‘Andy Major with the Bills admits the traffic pattern will be different because it’s a Thursday night game, with people coming from work or school. He says there is good news. “We’ve got plenty of parking, we haven’t turned fans away at all this season, because they couldn’t find a parking space,” says Major.’
Opinion: Buccaneers at Bills: Sal’s keys, notes and stats
How to watch the Buffalo Bills take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Thursday Night Football
‘Thursday Night Football games stream exclusively on Amazon Prime Video but fans in Western New York will be able to watch the game live on 7 ABC.’