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Archives for August 15, 2024

Rookie Javon Solomon adds physical edge to Bills defense

‘“He’s a physical player. I think the biggest thing with ‘Solly’ is adjusting one’s game at the defensive end position to the NFL takes some time,” McDermott said. “When you’re coming from a program, that’s a good program, and they’ve had success, the level of talent he’s facing at this level is different, and so learning the game and learning how to adjust one’s game and the techniques that come with it takes some time.”‘

Buffalo linebacker Andreesen trying to prove himself

‘“I’d say it’s a lot different, you know, high school football to this,” Andreesen said, comparing Saturday to his Section 6 championships. “High school you’re kind of playing, this is more like my livelihood I’m playing for if that makes sense. High school is more fun and enjoyable. So, yeah, more on the line here, I’d say definitely. But in a way, still a great experience, both of them, and a little bit more fancier, obviously, than I had in high school.”’

Assessing Bills 2024 NFL Draft class through Week 1 of preseason

‘It’s challenging to think of training camp and not realize the impact Coleman has already made on the Bills’ new-look offense. Almost every day, the second-round selection makes a highlight reel catch, showing off the freak athleticism and why Buffalo drafted him. Coleman has showcased the ability to win contested catch situations all over the field, bringing in many receptions from quarterback Josh Allen throughout practices.’

Bills show value in development by turning practice squad players into key contributors

‘“I think we’ve done a really good job of developing players,” McDermott said. “That’s what you look forward to every day coming in with this young team, to help them develop and bring them along. The practice squad players that have come on and done some good things. They’ve been on the varsity, on the active roster, so that’s a critical part. … The practice squad and the complexion of the practice squad has changed from what it used to be.”’

Bills set to join NFL’s growing joint practice fad ahead of preseason date with Steelers

‘“Our guys have gone against each other a lot up to this point and they’re probably sick of going against each other,” Bills defensive coordinator Bobby Babich said. “Just to go to a new environment — new, fresh faces — common sense tells you it’s going to energize you a little bit, give you a little bit of a second wind as we are in training camp.”’

AJ Epenesa: “I have rookies asking me questions’

‘“I appreciated it as a young guy, so it is something I want to do to give it back,” Epenesa said. “… I want to set a good standard for the guys younger than me and show them how we do things around here.”’

How significant is Josh Allen’s turnover problem? Digging into the stats of Bills’ star quarterback

‘This quote generated a lot of buzz, like Fox Sports’ Nick Wright calling out ESPN’s Dan Orlovsky, who defended Allen. Personally, I don’t think there’s much debate on whether Allen is overrated. He is properly rated. He is fourth among quarterbacks in EPA per play in the last four seasons. He was ranked as the third-best quarterback in Fowler’s survey of executives, coaches and scouts. Plus, our Will Brinson ranks him in his top tier of quarterbacks. His playoff numbers are phenomenal (27 touchdowns, six turnovers, 100.0 passer rating in 10 games), but he keeps running into the buzzsaw that is Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs.’

Former Bills receiver says trading Stefon Diggs was perfect for Josh Allen

‘And while the Bills have added several new receivers over the course of the last five months, including rookie Keon Coleman, there are plenty who are worried about Buffalo’s offense and how explosive their passing game could be. Someone who isn’t worried about the Bills’ offense is former receiver Stevie Johnson, who believes Allen now will not be under pressure to force the ball to anyone.’

Bills giving tryout to former first-rounder could put pressure on fringe roster players

‘The consistent addition of receivers could spell the beginning of the end for some who have been struggling in camp or preseason. KJ Hamler muffed a kickoff, and Marquez Valdes-Scantling has had drop issues in camp that carried over into the preseason opener against the Chicago Bears. If these new additions play well, that could spell the end for MVS and Hamler.’

Allen is looking forward to joint practice with Steelers

‘“It’s different players that you’re going against and we know these guys, we’ve played them quite a few times in the last few years. They’ve got one of the greatest coaches of all-time (Mike Tomlin) and some really special players on defense, so it’s good to go up and practice against them to gauge where you’re at.”’