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Archives for December 2023

Bills Mailbag: Could Joe Flacco beat out Damar Hamlin for NFL’s Comeback Player of the Year award?

‘Possible? Yes. Recency bias is real. Do I think it’s probable, though? No. Hamlin’s return to the field after going into cardiac arrest and having to be revived on the field nearly a year ago in Cincinnati became a global story. The amount of good that Hamlin has done since that time in terms of making AEDs more accessible deserves to be recognized. I don’t have a vote, but if I did, he would be my comeback player of the year.’

Erik Brady: If Sunday is Bill Belichick’s last stop in Buffalo, here’s hoping a cup o’ kindness does not await

‘”This season has been lousy in so many ways,” wrote Chad Finn in the Boston Globe this week about the four-win Pats. “Belichick did a poor job of building the roster over the last several years. We know these things. That he’s won two of the last three games — beating Mike Tomlin and Sean Payton — with this damaged roster feels like a surprise. But it shouldn’t. Belichick is a tremendous coach, still.”‘

Bills can’t let Pats, Belichick be spoiler again

‘To get in position for either a wild-card spot or possibly challenge the Dolphins for the AFC East, though, the Bills first have to correct one of the season’s worst mistakes: a loss to the New England Patriots in Week 7. Fans probably still can’t shake the image of Mac Jones hitting the “Griddy” dance after a last-minute touchdown.’

Five Takes: Can Bills clinch playoff spot with win over Patriots? Which injured players will return for BUF?

‘As the Bills prepare for what they hope will be a playoff appearance, time is running out for edge rusher Von Miller to return to form. Miller has recorded just 2 solo tackles and 3 quarterback hits in 11 games played since returning from injury in Week 5. If he doesn’t show more than a flash or two this week, the Bills need to bench him in what could be a critical matchup with the Miami Dolphins in Week 18.’

Sunday’s New England Coverage

Pharaoh Brown’s impact season with the Patriots is a product of personal growth, on and off the field (Boston Globe)
Patriots put JuJu Smith-Schuster on injured reserve, ending wide receiver’s first season in New England (Boston Globe)
It’s hard to believe how much has changed since the Patriots beat the Bills in Week 7 (Boston Globe)
With two weeks left in the NFL regular season, which coaches are on the hot seat? (Boston Globe)
Patriots rule out two players ahead of Week 17 matchup vs. Bills (Boston Herald)
Checking in on Patriots 2023 NFL Draft class with two weeks remaining (Boston Herald)
Patriots-Bills preview: Can Bill Belichick upset Josh Allen and Co. again? (Boston Herald)
Four Patriots players who can build off momentum Week 17 vs. Bills (Boston Herald)
Patriots mailbag: How to acquire QB of the future while falling down draft board (Boston Herald)
Patriots WR’s disappointing season is over (Springfield Republican)
Patriots won’t have one of their best defensive players vs. Bills (Springfield Republican)
5 things to watch when Patriots play Buffalo Bills (Springfield Republican)
3 predictions for Patriots vs. Bills (Springfield Republican)
A lot seems to happen when the Patriots visit Buffalo (Nashua Telegraph)
‘Pride’ is keeping Patriots motivated despite 4-11 record (ESPN)
Patriots Rumors: This Key Starter Game-Time Decision Vs. Bills (NESN)
Patriots Rule Out Jabrill Peppers, Wide Receiver For Bills Matchup (NESN)
Patriots Elevate Tight End, Forgotten Draft Pick For Bills Matchup (NESN)
Patriots Place JuJu Smith-Schuster On IR, Ending Dismal Season (NESN)
Patriots Rule Out Receiver, List Nine Questionable For Bills Game (NESN)
Patriots Veterans Give Their Picks For Team’s Best Practice Players (NESN)
Patriots Rumors: Here Are Two Surprising Bill Belichick Successor Candidates (NESN)
3 crucial clashes in Patriots’ Week 17 matchup vs. Bills (WEEI-FM)
Sunday 7: Josh Allen indeed one of ‘those quarterbacks’ (WEEI-FM)
JuJu Smith-Schuster highlights Patriots’ Saturday transactions (WBZ-FM)
New faces in a rematch: Patriots vs. Bills What To Watch For (WBZ-FM)
Everything you need to know about Patriots-Bills in Week 17 (WBZ-TV)
What to watch for when the Patriots visit the Bills in Week 17 (WBZ-TV)
Patriots-Bills Week 17 predictions: Can Pats pull off another upset? (WBZ-TV)
Patriots Make A Series of Roster Moves (Patriots.com)
Analysis: Patriots Downgrade S Jabrill Peppers to Out, TE Hunter Henry Makes the Trip for Sunday’s Game vs. Bills (Patriots.com)
Game Preview: Patriots at Bills (Patriots.com)
How to Watch/Listen: Patriots at Bills (Patriots.com)

Bills activate defensive tackle DaQuan Jones from injured reserve

‘Jones reinforces a defensive front that is without Jordan Phillips, who was placed on injured reserve last week after having wrist surgery. Jones started the first five games of the season before getting hurt in the Bills loss against the Jaguars in London on Oct. 8, compiling 10 tackles and 2.5 sacks.’

How to watch Buffalo Bills vs. New England Patriots: Live stream, TV channel, start time for Sunday’s NFL game

‘Here’s a few offensive stats to keep an eye on ahead of Sunday’s game: The Bills command a daunting offense this season, having averaged 3.2 touchdowns per game (they’re ranked fourth in touchdowns overall). It’s a different story for the Patriots, though, as they’ve been averaging only 1.6 touchdowns per game. Will the Bills continue their march to the end zone, or will the Patriots flip the script?’