‘Joe Andreessen watch. One of the biggest stories of the summer has been the roster push made by Andreessen, a Lancaster High School graduate who participated in the Bills’ rookie minicamp on a tryout basis before earning a contract. Andreessen started for the second straight exhibition and finished with eight tackles, tying cornerback Te’Cory Couch for the team lead.’
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Buffalo Bills’ starters use week of practices to stay sharp
‘“I (did),” he said before Thursday’s non-padded practice. “The unique part about it is, for us who have been around the league when there were four preseason games, you would usually take that fourth game and you would back your starters off and go with the other players.”’
Bills Mailbag: Assessing Joe Andreessen’s chances of making the 53-man roster
‘The fact he’s from Western New York certainly enhances the story, but even if he wasn’t, his stock would have went up based on how he looked against Pittsburgh’s starters. We can safely assume Matt Milano starts the season on injured reserve. Terrel Bernard and Dorian Williams are the expected starters. Beyond that, there are four reserve jobs to be won – if the Bills keep six at the position. Five is also a possibility.’
Sports teams are family businesses. Sometimes a partner can help
‘The Bills haven’t revealed the reasons why Pegula is seeking minority partners, or how much he hopes to raise. Forbes has valued the franchise at $3.7 billion – and that was nearly a year ago – so it’s possible that a 25% stake in the Bills could cost nearly $1 billion. That injection of cash could help the Bills handle cost overruns on the stadium. The team is responsible for $550 million of the original $1.4 billion stadium cost, and the actual cost may reach closer to $2 billion.’
Bills stadium to be protected by tech of Buffalo startup
‘“Providing this technology to a fire district in our own backyard is a huge moment for us,” said O’Connor, the company’s president. “It’s great to come back and have it here now.”’
Bills roster cuts predictions: Buffalo facing tough choices at WR, DT and LB
‘For me, the big decision comes down to Andreessen and Spector and I’m going with the hometown hero. Andreessen just looks like a playmaker and he can certainly do anything Spector can, both on defense and special teams. Spector can’t stay healthy, so if the Bills can get him to the practice squad, that works for me.’
Bills wrap up preseason as bubble players make their case
‘Local product Joe Andreessen, dubbed “Buffalo Joe” by Allen and his teammates, started his second consecutive game at middle linebacker and played into the fourth quarter in his last bid to make the 53-man roster, or practice squad. He was again among the team leaders in tackles with eight total (two solo, six assists).’
4 takeaways from Bills’ 31-26 loss to Panthers: Did former UDFA WR do enough to make roster?
‘Despite having just two catches on the opening drive on four targets, Shavers’ play on tape is going to stand out as the Bills make their final roster decisions. Playing time will be hard to come by in the regular season Khalil Shakir, Curtis Samuel, Keon Coleman and Mack Hollins are expected to be the team’s top four wide receivers, but a case could be made for Shavers to be wide receiver No. 5 over Marquez Valdes-Scantling based on his performance this summer and his ability to contribute on special teams.’
Final Bills 53-man roster projection: Which preseason favorite will make the cut?
‘Shavers built equity with his play throughout the spring and summer. He was a riser during training camp, consistently making plays throughout practices at St. John Fisher. What also helps him is the Bills injury situation at the position. With Marquez Valdes-Scantling and Curtis Samuel banged up, keeping Shavers gives Buffalo some insurance should either not be able to make it back for the opener.’
7 Takeaways: Allen absent, Bills score touchdowns (finally) during preseason loss to Panthers
‘Several Bills players who sit on the roster bubble made their final case for a spot on the team’s 53-man roster, including undrafted rookie cornerback Te’Cory Couch, who was all over the field against Carolina. Couch finished with a team-high 9 tackles and a sack while performing admirably in run support and pass coverage. Couch may not have a great chance to make the roster, but he is a strong candidate to be kept on the team’s practice squad.’
Has Tyrell Shavers done enough to grab the final receiver spot for the Bills? He thinks so
‘“Special teams is how I got in this league,” Shavers said. “… I don’t feel any differently about special teams than I do about offense. I look at it as another opportunity to make a play.”’
The preseason is over, this is how the Bills could shape the final roster after cuts Tuesday
‘Shavers is still the wild-card here. The eye test and the reps indicate Shavers should be on the final roster, but it’s hardly a guarantee. Hamler has fallen behind Daequan Hardy as a returner, while Shorter has struggled with drops during training camp. Valdes-Scantling (neck) could be a cutdown-day IR candidate and his contract is already guaranteed.’
Sunday’s Carolina Coverage
Bryce Young report card: How did Panthers’ QB, offense look in lone preseason appearance? (Charlotte Observer)
Panthers preseason stock watch: Carolina’s starters make most of final audition vs. Bills (Charlotte Observer)
Panthers’ Canales lauds Young’s preseason outing: ‘Hell of a day’ (ESPN)
Panthers triumph against the Bills in final preseason game, 31 to 26 (WJZY-TV)
Rapid Reactions: First offense shines in only preseason action (Panthers.com)
With 12 plays, Bryce Young and starters showed real signs of progress (Panthers.com)
Kicker Eddy Piñeiro “fine” after hamstring soreness scare (Panthers.com)
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Bryce Young oversees opening-drive TD in brief preseason debut, and Panthers beat Bills 31-26
‘Darrynton Evans scored Buffalo’s first touchdown of the preseason with an 18-yard catch, but had to leave the game with an ankle injury. Frank Gore Jr. had 101 yards rushing, including a 5-yard touchdown run, but left the game late with a knee injury.’
Buffalo Bills final 2024 projected roster
‘Questions linger around wide receivers Marquez Valdes-Scantling (neck) and Curtis Samuel (toe), injuries in the linebackers and safeties rooms, and what to do at backup quarterback.