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Archives for February 16, 2024

The 2023 NFL season is over: Here’s a primer for what’s to come in the next couple months

‘The NFL really doesn’t have an offseason anymore; it’s a year-round bonanza and the only actual dead time is the five-week stretch between the middle of June when all offseason programs end, to late July when training camps open. I thought I would get you up to speed on some of the key dates that are coming up on the NFL calendar with an explanation of what it all means.’

Football icon Jim Kelly shares stories of faith with 2,000 at Vero Beach Prayer Breakfast

‘As the couple took the stage, Jill Kelly acknowledged how moved she was by the breakfast and thankful for being there. Jim Kelly’s vulnerability struck the audience, as he discussed missing their son’s death by five minutes because he’d gone to the wrong hospital. On their way home from the hospital, he said, he knew their marriage was over because their son Hunter had been the glue. Despite going to counseling, they were not getting along, and Jim Kelly teetered on the edge of infidelity. But in order to see his son in heaven again, he knew he had to change.’

2024 Buffalo Bills free agents: Targets, NFL draft needs and more as free agency nears

‘Following their elimination from the playoffs, the Bills face some tough roster decisions as they enter the offseason. More than half of the 21 players set to hit unrestricted free agency in one month played at least 30% of snaps this past season, according to Over the Cap, including No. 2 wide receiver Gabe Davis. In addition, Buffalo sits at 29th in the NFL in free cap space.’

Bills provide more details for season ticket holders tied to new stadium

‘The Bills Stadium Experience will open in March and allow season ticket holders “to take an interactive sneak peek of the new stadium along with the opportunity to select their seats.” The Bills added that season ticket members will have priority access to select their seats in the new stadium and will be “invited in waves to view seating options.” Club seat members will be the first group invited to review their options, with the remaining accounts to follow based on seat location and seniority.’

Looking ahead to the Bills’ 2024 home, road opponents

‘Unlike last season, there won’t be any international games on this schedule. And while the Bills played on Thanksgiving Day three times in four years — 2019 in Dallas, 2021 in New Orleans, then 2022 in Detroit — there’s a chance they could earn holiday pay once again, in Detroit.’

Bills announce increase in price for season ticket packages

‘Additionally, the projected Season Ticket Base is expected to increase to 64,000 for the upcoming season. The team says that seats that become available during the renewal process will be offered to customers on the waiting list.’

Bills release details about new stadium

‘When the new stadium opens in the fall of 2026, those in attendance may notice that the seating concourse is a little steeper than the current stadium. This is due to the new seating setup at the new Highmark being angled at 34 degrees, compared to the current 28-degree design the Bills use.’

Bills Mafia donates to KC children’s hospital following parade shooting

‘Buffalo Bills Fan of the Year Del Reid shared a social media post on X, formerly known as Twitter, urging others to donate $22 to Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City. One person was killed in a Wednesday shooting, and at least nine children were among 22 people who were shot at end of Chiefs’ Super Bowl parade.’