‘The one word he used to describe the feeling of being named to the initial 53-man roster of his hometown team, was grateful.’
Archives for August 2024
4 observations: Bills GM talks injuries, ‘really cool’ Andreessen story, confidence in Bass
‘Beane said it is “way too early” to discuss a potential return date for linebacker Matt Milano, who suffered a torn bicep during practice around two weeks ago. Milano did have his bicep repaired, according to Beane, and was placed on injured reserve. He is eligible to return at some point, but the Bills are “letting Matt do his thing” at this point.’
Bills announce 16 practice squad signings
‘One day after making their initial 53-man roster official, the Bills released a list of 16 players they have signed to their practice squad on Wednesday afternoon.’
‘Buffalo Joe’ living out dream with Buffalo Bills
‘“Some people are ready for their opportunity and others are not,” Bills General Manager Brandon Beane said a day after keeping Andreessen on the roster.’
Lancaster High celebrates ‘Buffalo Joe’ Andreessen making the Bills’ 53-man roster
‘Whether he did enough to make the team when rosters were cut to 53 players at 4 p.m. Tuesday, it wasn’t a sure thing. He did, and the Lancaster Legends football team documented the moment coaches broke the news to the players.’
Latest ESPN poll results might shock Bills fans
‘Allen was voted as the number one most overrated quarterback.’
Josh Allen named most overrated quarterback in the NFL, according to player survey
‘The survey included 103 NFL players, who voted Josh Allen as the most overrated quarterback in the league. Too many turnovers was one of the most common reasons given.’
Zach Davidson signs with Buffalo Bills practice squad
‘Webb City High School (’16) alum Zach Davidson has signed with the Buffalo Bills practice squad, the team announces Wednesday.’
Bills sign 16 players to 2024 practice squad
‘Buffalo has finalized their practice squad for the start of the 2024 season.’
Top 4 things to know from Bills GM Brandon Beane’s post-53-man roster announcement press conference
‘Beane said their first interaction with Andreessen was when they hosted him for their local day and every time after that, he kept doing things the right way. “Every step of the way, (he) checked the box,” Beane said. “(He) kept himself in play, never worried about whether he got five reps in practice or 15.”‘
LB Joe Andreessen reacts to making Bills’ roster, new QB Mike White recalls rib fracture from facing Buffalo
‘”Grateful. That’s probably the best word to use, grateful, just to have the trust of the coaches,” he said.’
Bills QB Josh Allen reacts to being named NFL’s ‘biggest trash-talking’ QB by his peers
‘”He’s going to run you over and talk trash after he runs you over,” one NFC East player said.’
Bills cutdown day: Lancaster’s Joe Andreessen makes roster; Shavers, Gore Jr. among cuts
‘The Bills also released wide receivers Andy Isabella and Xavier Johnson, as well as rookie defensive tackle Branson Deen and defensive end Kingsley Jonathan and Kameron Cline, making room for rookie Javon Solomon, a fifth-round draft pick who had a solid preseason.’
Ryan O’Halloran: 10 thoughts on the Buffalo Bills’ initial 53-man roster
‘Looking at the receiver depth chart remains jarring all these months later. Only Khalil Shakir was a receiver for the Bills last year. That’s it. Samuel (Washington), Valdes-Scantling (Kansas City), Mack Hollins (Atlanta) and Keon Coleman (Florida State) were acquired during the offseason. You don’t see that kind of positional turnover that often. The Bills must replace 82.1% of their 2023 receiver catches.’
Buffalo Bills trade with Jets for DB/returner Brandon Codrington
‘The Bills are receiving defensive back/returner Brandon Codrington from the New York Jets. The teams are also swapping late-round 2026 pics: the Bills will receive a seventh-round pick and the Jets will receive a sixth-round pick.’