‘That mentality is already in full force just one week into Bills training camp for the safety group after both Mike Edwards and Cole Bishop were deemed week-to-week with injuries. Bishop, a rookie safety, is out with a shoulder injury. Edwards is not participating either due to a hamstring injury.’
Archives for August 2024
NFL Top 100: Where the Buffalo Bills rank, Josh Allen drops and a new Bill joins the list
‘Every year players from every team vote on their peers based on last season’s performance. Here is where the Bills rank.’
Punter-turned-tight end Zach Davidson turning heads at Bills training camp
‘“I was like the third or fourth tight end,” said Davidson. “A couple of kids got in trouble hitting mailboxes and one was our punter.”’
Top 3 things we learned from Day 7 of Bills Training Camp | 2024
‘Safeties Cole Bishop (shoulder) and Mike Edwards (hamstring), as well as wide receiver Chase Claypool (toe) both remained out of practice on Thursday. Offensive lineman La’el Collins left practice early and did not return. Running back Ty Johnson (hamstring) also did not practice. OL Alec Anderson was at practice and did individual drills.’
Top 5 players to watch at the Return of Blue & Red | 2024
‘Buffalo’s top draft choice has been a fan favorite through the first week of camp, and he hasn’t disappointed with his highlight reel receptions even when covered. But Coleman is a crafty player with a high football IQ, who can read coverage and adjust accordingly to be available for his quarterback.’
Buffalo Bills LT Dion Dawkins sets sights on All-Pro: ‘I need to cross that threshold’
‘“It’s just really Joe just trying to understand who I am,” Dawkins said. “I’m not comfortable with all the accolades that that I’ve had. And him reminding me just don’t get comfortable. Don’t get complacent. Don’t just be okay with being a Pro Bowler.”
Ryan O’Halloran: After quarterback salary explosion, what might Josh Allen’s next deal look like?
‘Allen’s $43 million average ranks 13th, a full $2 million below the next-closest quarterbacks (Kansas City’s Patrick Mahomes and Atlanta’s Kirk Cousins).’
Bills punting competition ends as team adds another safety to roster
‘The move comes amid growing concerns over the depth chart at safety amid injuries. The Bills are without Mike Edwards, viewed as a likely starter to open the season, due to a significant hamstring injury. He’s labeled as week-to-week. Then rookie second-round draft pick Cole Bishop went down in Tuesday’s practice. It looked like an injury to an arm when he fell to the ground after breaking up a pass.’
Variety defines new-look WR group for Bills
‘The Bills don’t have a traditional No. 1 receiver, but what they do have are plenty of options, players who each bring a different skillset to the offense.’
Bills punter competition ends as team adds safety following Cole Bishop injury
‘Buffalo released punter Jack Browning on Wednesday to make room for safety Terrell Burgess. Browning was signed as an undrafted free agent following the 2024 NFL Draft. There was a thought that the UDFA from San Diego State could push Sam Martin for the team’s punter job. However, injuries elsewhere on the roster forced the team to release Browning.’
Ajay’s Analysis: Weighing injury concerns within safety room
‘Edwards and Bishop, along with four-year pro Damar Hamlin, have been rotating at the safety spot opposite supposed starter Taylor Rapp. With two of the three safeties fighting for a starting safety role now dealing with injury problems, Hamlin will see increased opportunity amongst other depth at the position.’
16 players trending up through Day 6 of Bills training camp
‘It’s unlikely the Bills could have imagined a better start to training camp for their second-round rookie wide receiver. Coleman burst onto the scene immediately upon being drafted due to his unique personality. But he is more than just a funny guy, as he has put on an absolute show from Day 1 of training camp, on.’
The Bills have a few roster spots up for grabs, here are five sleepers to watch
‘The Bills only have one true position battle (safety), but there may be more roster spots up for grabs than in previous seasons. Not only do the Bills have a lot of veteran players, but players who have been with the team for a while, even if it’s only on the practice squad.’
Buffalo Bills sign safety Terrell Burgess to shore up injury-depleted position
‘The 25-year-old Burgess has four seasons of NFL experience after spending last year appearing in 12 games, including one start, with the Washington Commanders.’
Ex-Chiefs starter Marquez Valdes-Scantling falling behind in Bills WR competition, per report
‘To begin camp, Joe Buscaglia reported, the Bills “appeared to have a pretty well-defined top five” out wide, with Valdes-Scantling signed in May as a proven downfield option for quarterback Josh Allen. The former Kansas City Chiefs starter has “yet to make a strong impression in the passing game during team drills,” however, and his first-team reps have “dwindled” in favor of second- and third-team roles.’