‘“I’m bringing the vibes,” said Dawkins, playing to his strengths. “I’m bringing vibes; I’m a vibe creater. I’m not really a cooker, you know, and I hate saying that I’m not a cooker. So, I’m going to learn how to cook now. … But the house, I can provide the space for everybody to come and enjoy themselves.”’
Archives for November 23, 2023
Why the NFL’s ‘tush push’ works for quarterbacks on short-yardage plays
‘Unstoppable because the offense usually only needs a yard, the offensive line is lower to the ground and can gain an easier advantage and the quarterback is getting assistance from a “pusher.”’
Bills notebook: Mitch Morse nominated for NFL sportsmanship award
‘“Mitch is a class individual and a classy football player,” Bills offensive line coach Aaron Kromer said. “Every day in the meeting, when he’s ready, we’re ready. When we get on the field and he looks them in the eye, they know it’s time to go. And at the same time, he treats everybody with dignity. He doesn’t have to say much, he leads by action.”’
Rasul Douglas has scooped up 4 turnovers in 2 games giving Bills just what they needed
‘Douglas played in a rotation in his first game against the Bengals, but even when he was pressed into lengthier duty because Christian Benford got hurt that night, Douglas held up just fine against an elite passing game. From there he moved into the starting lineup ahead of Dane Jackson against the Broncos and Jets, and he has been a revelation.’
Rasul Douglas starting to feel comfortable in Bills defense three games after trade
‘“I got (Bills defensive backs coach John Butler) and we go through everything we’re going to run,” Douglas said. “Then I got Micah (Hyde) and (Jordan) Poyer and those (expletives) are going to make sure I don’t mess them up. So they make sure they’re communicating with me all the time what we’re in or what we’re doing.”’
Thursday’s Philadelphia Coverage
How ‘wild stallion’ Josh Jobe helped seal the Eagles’ victory over the Chiefs (Philadelphia Inquirer)
Nick Sirianni defends Eagles offensive coordinator Brian Johnson (Philadelphia Inquirer)
Eagles’ fans have a lot of reasons to be thankful on this Turkey Day (South Jersey Times)
How one-time Eagles 3rd-round pick Rasul Douglas has energized the Bills’ defense (NBC Sports Philadelphia)
Justin Evans misses practice in possible setback after returning last week (NBC Sports Philadelphia)
Eagles activate Watkins’ 21-day practice window from IR (NBC Sports Philadelphia)
Nick Sirianni talks Eagles ‘dog mentality’ with Morning Show (WIP-FM)
Joe Giglio: This Eagles run better than best of Andy Reid era (WIP-FM)
Joe Giglio doesn’t like how Nick Sirianni ‘conducts himself on the sideline’ (WIP-FM)
Spadaro: Eagles’ mental game making a difference (PhiladelphiaEagles.com)
Eagles open 21-day practice window for Quez Watkins (PhiladelphiaEagles.com)
Bills vs. Eagles Injury Report (PhiladelphiaEagles.com)
Bills’ midseason defensive additions CB Douglas and DT Joseph have made an immediate impact
‘“It’s pretty remarkable to be honest,” safety Micah Hyde said, referring to Douglas, who had two interceptions and recovered a fumble in a 32-6 win over the Jets on Sunday. “Midseason, coming in and learning the playbook and being able to go out there and not just know what he’s doing, but to play fast is pretty impressive.”’
Bills’ Dalton Kincaid emerging as go-to playmaker for Josh Allen
‘The Bills traded up to draft Kincaid 25th overall for reasons that have become clear — particularly over the last five games, when the rookie combined to have 35 catches for 318 yards and two touchdowns. While the offense has dealt with issues that led to the firing of coordinator Ken Dorsey last week, Kincaid’s role has continued to rise as he’s developed into the Bills’ No. 2 pass-catcher.’
Trio of Bills defensive backs not practicing Wednesday
‘In his meeting with the media before Wednesday’s practice, McDermott said safety Taylor Rapp would not participate with his neck injury, while cornerbacks Taron Johnson and Dane Jackson are in the league’s concussion protocol.’
Reggie Gilliam named AFC Special Teams Player of the Week
‘Gilliam started Sunday’s game off with a bang when on the opening kickoff, he made a huge tackle on Jets kick returner Xavier Gipson, causing the ball to come lose. The fumble was then recovered by tight end Quintin Morris, giving the Bills the ball at the Jets’ 21-yard line.’
Does Buffalo Bills interim offensive coordinator Joe Brady bring the ‘juice’?
‘”It’s a little early, but I want to give a shout-out to coach Brady for bringing a lot of the juice,” said wide receiver Stefon Diggs.’
Bills prepare for near-unstoppable Eagles ‘Tush Push’
‘“It’s man versus man,” said Joseph. “Who’s going to be more stout? I mean that’s the way I look at it. It looks unstoppable, but if you stop it before it gets going you might have a chance. That’s my honest answer.”’
‘Super Bowl-caliber’: McDermott anticipates Bills vs. Eagles game
‘“Every year, they put together a Super Bowl-caliber team on the field, and that’s hard to do every year,” said McDermott. “They can throw the football, the weapons they have, to throw the football.”’
McDermott praises ‘Super Bowl-caliber’ Eagles ahead of Week 12 matchup
‘”You talk about a good football team, this is a good football team in all three phases,” McDermott said. “I think Howie Roseman does a great job every year of putting a Super Bowl-caliber team on the field. That’s hard to do every year, and he’s done that. What they do offensively, they can run the football. They made one of the best moves in recent NFL history to go get A.J. Brown the way they did, and how that’s helped their offense, in addition to the other weapons they already have.”‘
Shifting the energy: Allen reigniting emotions in hopes of reviving Bills championship hopes
‘”I feel like I play with my emotions on my sleeve,” he said. “Maybe I’ve been masking that the last few games or throughout the season, but I need to let my guys know how much I care about this game and how much I care about them, so if that calls for emotions, that’s what it calls for.”‘