‘Although Diggs hasn’t put up huge numbers, there have been positives for the offense the last four games, three of which have come under interim offensive coordinator Joe Brady, who took over for Ken Dorsey after the loss to the Denver Broncos in Week 10. Other players on the offense have stepped up during that time. Gabe Davis had a big game against the Philadelphia Eagles. James Cook was huge against the Kansas City Chiefs. Khalil Shakir had 115 receiving yards against the Jets. Dalton Kincaid had 10 catches against the Cincinnati Bengals.’
Archives for December 15, 2023
PlayAction column: Bills must prevent fast start and early KO from hot Dallas offense
‘Over the last six games, in fact, the Cowboys have scored on 21 of 27 first-half drives, not counting end-of-half kneel downs.’
Bills cornerback Kaiir Elam says he tore ankle ligament in preseason and tried to play through it
‘“Somebody made a big hit and I was running to the ball and they ran into my ankle,” Elam said. “It was just one of those things. I was competing for a starting spot and doing so well, I didn’t want to sit down. They didn’t put me on (injured reserve), and I just had to keep battling through.”’
How we see it: News writers pick Buffalo Bills vs. Dallas Cowboys
‘The Bills are running into the wrong team at the wrong time. Their playoffs hopes don’t end, but take a significant hit. Cowboys, 31-24.’
When the Cowboys play the Bills in Buffalo, crazy things have happened: Here’s the history
‘Dallas’ first sojourn into Rich Stadium came in 1984, 11 years after the venue opened, and another horrible Bills team, one that would go 2-14, pulled off a stunning 14-3 victory. Buffalo started the day 0-11 and thanks in part to this incredible loss, the Cowboys would go on to miss the playoffs for just the second time since 1965.’
Dallas Cowboys TE preparing for Ice Bowl game against Buffalo Bills, but there’s one problem
‘The Dallas Cowboys tight end seems to be expecting Ice Bowl type conditions for this weekend’s matchup against the Buffalo Bills. To prepare, Ferguson was spotted at practice on Thursday dipping his hands into ice water to prepare for the trip to Western New York.’
Epenesa and Hyde again absent from Bills practice; Kincaid and Johnson both limited
‘Cornerback Taron Johnson (ankle) and tight end Dalton Kincaid (thumb/shoulder) were each limited, with Kincaid sporting a red non-contact jersey during the session.’
Bills receivers feeling decline in production in shift to short passing game
‘Bills receivers were also held to seven receptions, the third time in four games they have failed to make a combined 10 catches. It’s part of a shift in the offense — partly through defenses and partly through changing philosophy — that has become less reliant on receivers and more focused on quick passes.’
Friday’s Dallas Coverage
Cowboys’ Micah Parsons rips NFL officiating, calls for change: ‘They don’t care’ (Dallas Morning News)
Dak Prescott received heavy criticism last season. Could Josh Allen be in for the same? (Dallas Morning News)
Jerry Jones hoping for World Cup final, AT&T Stadium back in Super Bowl consideration (Fort Worth Star Telegram)
Dallas Cowboys’ Micah Parsons may be right about NFL’s referees. Also, get over it. (Fort Worth Star Telegram)
Cowboys LT Tyron Smith ‘still dominant’ without practicing (ESPN)
Lamb on road games: ‘Gotta bring our own music’ (DallasCowboys.com)
From software engineer to rookie breakout, Brandon Aubrey took the road less traveled to stardom (DallasCowboys.com)
Mailbag: Adjusting run defense without Hankins? (DallasCowboys.com)
Stefon Diggs says don’t count out battle-tested Bills as they prepare to host the Cowboys
‘“Because down this stretch, we get to see what we’re made of. And as a true competitor, if you’re a real competitor, that’s what you want. And I like being an underdog more than anything.”’
Cowboys closing in on playoff berth as they hit the road to face the Bills
‘Dallas is 7-0 at home, where it has scored 279 points, but 3-3 on the road, and scored 142.’
Bills’ Jordan Poyer talks ayahuasca use: ‘My life has been changed’
‘The Bills defensive back gave up alcohol a few years ago, but at times in the past, he would consume an excessive amount of drinks. He said he would black out after drinking a six-pack of beer in under 30 minutes.’
Epenesa, Hyde miss practice for second-straight day
‘The Thursday injury report had both edge rusher A.J. Epenesa (ribs) and safety Micah Hyde (stinger) as not practicing for the second-straight day.’
Bills injury report: Hyde, Epenesa remain out while Kincaid and Johnson make progress
‘Safety Micah Hyde (neck stinger) and defensive end A.J. Epenesa (rib) did not participate for the second day in a row this week. Tight end Dalton Kincaid (thumb/shoulder) and cornerback Taron Johnson (ankle) were both limited, as they continued to progress toward their return.’
Buffalo Bills o-lineman Connor McGovern talks old team
‘The biggest key for Buffalo’s offense will be neutralizing star linebacker Micah Parsons, who won Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2021. McGovern also played with Parsons at Penn State. He’s considered one of the best defensive players in the NFL and still very early in his career. “Down to the tiny details every day, he works on hand fighting and stuff like that, boxing, little stuff like that, that people don’t see,” said McGovern.’