‘“It hurts a lot to see someone you care about go through a situation like that and to know that if I could have done more, if this offense could have done more, we wouldn’t have had to do something like that,” Allen said. “So again, it’s an unfortunate series of events that have led up to it but again, as much as you can sit here and feel sorry for yourself and you can sulk on what’s going on, we got a game to prepare for and it’s four days away, so we can’t pay too much attention to it.”’
Archives for November 2023
Bills notebook: Improved Buffalo offensive line eager for second shot against tough Jets front
‘“The way they play defense is gonna smudge the offense,” Torrence said, “so we just got to be patient with our calls and running the ball, being OK with getting 2-3 yards at times and not getting bored with getting stopped.”’
Buffalo Bills: Fired coordinator only partly offensive
‘Dorsey took the fall on Tuesday. But he wasn’t the one responsible for the game’s ending or outcome. That’s on a number of the staff – including the head coach – who will be back on the sidelines this weekend against the New York Jets.’
Thursday’s New York Coverage
Jets coach Robert Saleh thought it wouldn’t be fair to let Michael Carter ‘rot on the bench’ (New York Daily News)
Jets QB Zach Wilson on players-only meeting amid offensive struggles: ‘Think everyone is just trying to figure something out’ (New York Daily News)
Jets hope players-only meeting provides reset, jolt as season hits inflection point (New York Post)
Jets won’t stand in way if Aaron Rodgers makes ‘grown man’ decision (New York Post)
Aaron Rodgers’ return train comes with complicated Jets hurdle (New York Post)
Why Jets stunningly released Michael Carter (New York Post)
Jets offense stresses accountability in players-only meeting (Newsday)
Jets running back Izzy Abanikanda gets his shot after Michael Carter’s release (Newsday)
To get Aaron Rodgers back this season, the Jets have to show they can win without him (Newsday)
Jets’ Robert Saleh says more lineup changes coming to struggling offense. Who’s next? (Newark Star Ledger)
Dumped Jets RB quickly finds new team (Newark Star Ledger)
‘Aaron’s a big boy’: Jets coach Robert Saleh weighs in on potential Rodgers return from injury (USA Today)
Saleh says it’ll be Rodgers’ call to play again with Jets if he’s cleared by doctors to return (AP)
Jets’ Robert Saleh explains Michael Carter’s surprising release, vows more personnel changes to come (Fox News)
Jets’ Saleh: If Aaron Rodgers says he wants to play, he’ll play (ESPN)
Aaron Rodgers targeting historic mid-December return: Robert Saleh says if Jets QB wants to play, he’ll play (CBS Sports)
Jets hold players-only meeting amid offensive struggles, release Michael Carter; more moves on way, per report (CBS Sports)
Aaron Rodgers Takes Shot at Giants While Defending Jets Amid Recent Struggles (SI)
Is Aaron Rodgers coming back in 2023? Latest updates on return to Jets after Achilles injury (The Sporting News)
Latest on Aaron Rodgers’ recovery: Robert Saleh says if QB wants to play when fully healthy, he’ll play (SportsNet New York)
Jets’ Israel Abanikanda calls recently-released Michael Carter an influence: ‘I’m definitely gonna miss him’ (SportsNet New York)
Evan’s reason to shun optimism about the Jets? ‘They can’t get in the end zone’ (WFAN-AM)
Keith is done with ‘selfish’ Aaron Rodgers: ‘He gives the vibe that it’s always all about him’ (WFAN-AM)
Boomer & Gio look at how the Jets could get to eight wins (WFAN-AM)
HC Robert Saleh on QB Aaron Rodgers: If He ‘Says He Wants to Play, He’s Going to Play’ (NewYorkJets.com)
QB Zach Wilson on Jets’ Way Out of Offensive Struggles: ‘We Need to Be Better More’ (NewYorkJets.com)
Jets Sign DL Tanzel Smart to Practice Squad, Release DB Craig James (NewYorkJets.com)
Jets Injury Report | Week 11 at Bills – Wednesday (NewYorkJets.com)
Josh Allen taking Bills’ Ken Dorsey firing ‘very personally’
‘“It hurts a lot to see someone you care about go through a situation like that and to know that if I could have done more, if this offense could have done more, we wouldn’t have had to do something like that,” Allen told reporters on Wednesday.’
Zeise is Right: The Buffalo Bills are a mess
‘This was a team that was supposed to be a Super Bowl contender but has crumbled and turned into a more entertaining soap opera than “Days of Our Lives.”’
Josh Allen: Bills aren’t ‘broken.’ But their backs are against the wall to reach playoffs
‘“Turnover wise, it’s abysmal when we lose, and there there’s no secret to that. So … it’s not like it’s broken. We’re not, we’re not a broken offense. we’re not a broken team. but the splits compared to when we win and when we lose are massive.”‘
QB Josh Allen blames himself for Bills firing coordinator Dorsey and vows to be better
‘“I take that very personally. It hurts a lot to see someone you care about go through a situation like that, and to know that if I could have done more, if this offense could have done more, we wouldn’t have to do something like that,” Allen said as Buffalo prepares to host the division rival New York Jets (4-5) on Sunday.’
Bills’ Josh Allen takes blame, looks to improve after Ken Dorsey firing: ‘Our backs are against the wall’
‘Dorsey appeared to be the sacrificial lamb of the situation as it was a special teams issue that cost the Bills the game. While Josh Allen bore the brunt of the criticism of how the team has played, he entered the Broncos game leading the NFL in completion percentage and came out of it leading the league in touchdown passes (19) and interceptions (11).’
Rob Gronkowski calls out Stefon, Trevon Diggs after cryptic post: ‘Just suck it up’
‘”It doesn’t make sense. You’re paid. You got an unbelievable contract. What’s the worries?” he said on “Up and Adams.”‘
Fan brawl breaks out during Bills-Broncos game after thrown beer in stands
‘The altercation in the upper decks began when one fan, wearing a No. 17 Josh Allen Bills jersey, tossed his beer onto a group that took obvious exception to the matter.’
Joe Brady’s to-do list starts with restoring Josh Allen’s confidence
‘When the Bills win turnover margin in games by at least one, they’re 3-0, averaging 41 points per game and are +90 in points differential. But when they lose the turnover battle, they are 2-5, averaging 19.9 points per game and minus-9 in differential.’
Josh Allen says Ken Dorsey would have job if Bills played better
‘”Without a doubt, and I take that very personally,” Allen said. “It hurts a lot to see someone you care about go through a situation like that and to know that if I could have done more, if this offense could have done more, we wouldn’t have had to do something like that.”‘
Rob Gronkowski sounds off on Stefon Diggs situation with Bills: ‘I don’t think he’s gonna be there’ next year
‘”It doesn’t make sense. You’re paid. You’re the No. 1 wide receiver, what’s the worry,” Gronkowski said on “Up & Adams on Wednesday. “Josh Allen looks to go to you every single time that he possibly can. You got your stats. It’s not like you’ll be better with another team. I don’t know what the problem is. … Just suck it up, why cause these problems?”‘
Rob Gronkowski Slams Stefon, Trevon Diggs for Handling of Bills’ Turmoil
‘The four-time Super Bowl champion added that he doesn’t believe Diggs will be in Buffalo come the 2024 season. Only time will tell.’