‘On Wednesday, over and over, Spector talked about his preparation, circling back to the way he treats every week like he’s going to be a starter, even when that was not the case. There’s no other choice. “That’s the only way to do it,” Spector said. “If not, you would have some fall back, but you haven’t seen that here.”’
Archives for September 19, 2024
Mark Gaughan: A look at how Bills utilize elite athleticism of Dion Dawkins, Spencer Brown
‘Since early last season, the Bills have been taking advantage of the mobility of Dawkins and Brown by pulling them across the formation. If it’s Dawkins pulling, he takes out a linebacker or defensive back on the right side of the formation. Brown and guard O’Cyrus Torrence seal off their men on the right side. Running back James Cook can follow the tackle through the hole, bounce it outside or cut it back weak side.’
Tyler Bass on Bills working out kickers: ‘All I can do is focus on myself’
‘“It’s just something I can’t control,” he said. “They’re going to do what they want to do. All I can do is focus on myself. That’s how I approach it.”’
As AdPro Sports signs come down at fieldhouse, Bills look for new namesake
‘“Our naming rights contract with AdPro expired. It did not transfer to Legends,” a Bills spokesperson said. “We are having active discussions for a new naming rights deal, many of which are tied to sponsorship negotiations at the new stadium.”’
Hardwick gains national attention over plan to let Bills fans buy stadium bonds
‘The Bills bonds will be 25-year bonds – though it appears likely they could be paid off and refinanced earlier – that offer investors interest income twice a year in exchange for an initial investment of at least $5,000. The maximum allowable investment for a retail investor is $250,000. After Monday, institutional investors are likely to snap up all remaining county bonds since Erie County enjoys a AA rating from bond rating agencies, which is considered a strong, investment-grade credit rating.’
With 3 of their best lost to injury, these Bills defenders have opportunity to impress
‘“Yeah, they are tough to replace,” McDermott said of the three standouts. “(Lewis, Williams and Spector) just got to go in and be themselves and we will play well around them. They did a nice job last week, but they’re focused on this week and again today’s practice and just really learning the game plan for this week here.”’
Bills RB Cook named Week 2 AFC OPOW, Smoot returns to practice Wednesday
‘Cook recorded a couple of touchdowns rushing along with a touchdown receiving during Buffalo’s 31-10 victory over the Dolphins, totaling 96 scrimmage yards (78 rushing, 17 receiving), helping the Bills improve to 2-0 on the year. One of Cook’s rushing touchdowns went for 49 yards, which is the longest touchdown rushing in the NFL this season.’
Continued knowledge of opposing defenses has Bills’ Josh Allen playing mistake-free thus far
‘“Now I think all teams are doing something similar and I feel like I haven’t seen anything new over the last couple years,” Allen said. “… Going back to when Coach (Brian) Daboll was here my first year; the defense can play two things: they can play man or zone (coverages). I’m trying to keep it as simplistic as possible and I’ve kind of utilized that approach since I’ve been here.”’
Thursday’s Jacksonville Coverage
Travis Etienne, Jaguars hope Monday Night Football vs. Bills can help jump-start offense (Florida Times Union)
Jaguars Week 2 snap count analysis vs. Browns: Why does Foye Oluokun come off the field? (Florida Times Union)
Could this be the year? Ex-Jags RB Fred Taylor on Pro Football HOF candidate list (WJXT-TV)
NFL Analysis Bucky Brooks Examines Jacksonville’s Performance in Week 2 Loss to Cleveland (Jaguars.com)
Behind Enemy Lines: Q&A With Ryan O’Halloran, Buffalo News (Jaguars.com)
Buffalo Bills backups step in to shore up injury-depleted defense in 2 victories
‘“A lot of guys just haven’t had a lot of opportunities just because we had such a good core,” Lewis said Wednesday as the Bills (2-0) returned to practice following a five-day break in preparation to host the Jacksonville Jaguars (0-2) on Monday night.’
Bills will need young reserves to have big performances in Week 3 after latest NFL injury news
‘Matt Milano was injured in training camp and is out indefinitely with a biceps injury. And now, the Bills’ other star linebacker, Terrel Bernard, is out for Week 3, as well. Bernard suffered a pectoral injury against the Dolphins in Week 2. And while it isn’t season ending, he’ll be out for a bit and will miss the game vs. the Jaguars, according to Matt Parrino. This means the Bills will really be counting on Dorian Williams and Baylon Spector, as well as fan-favorite Joe Andreessen. Williams was expected to be the third linebacker in the rotation, and will now be the starter for the foreseeable future. Spector came in and had 10 tackles against the Dolphins, which is already more than he had a season ago.’
Bills’ James Cook cements himself as one of NFL’s best running backs
‘Cook ran for three touchdowns on over seven yards per carry against the Miami Dolphins on Thursday night to help Buffalo get to 2-0, and extended the dominance over Miami. The Bills are now 12-2 against Miami in the Josh Allen era. For his tremendous performance, Cook was named AFC Offensive Player of the Week.’
Is Damar Hamlin playing? How Bills safety became starter in 2024 after cardiac arrest
‘Hamlin completed one of the most remarkable comebacks that the NFL world has ever seen during the 2023 NFL season when he returned to the Bills despite suffering an on-field cardiac arrest against the Bengals in January. Despite his collapse and subsequent hospital stay, he has been able to make a recovery that doctors called “remarkable.”‘
Have the Buffalo Bills already won the AFC East?
‘Buffalo is currently 2-0 after dismantling the Miami Dolphins 31-10, which makes Allen 12-2 against the Dolphins for his career. Unfortunately for Miami, the Dolphins had to put Tua Tagovailoa on IR after he sustained a concussion, and Tua will meet with outside neurologists after a long history of head injuries. This means Miami will likely be moving forward with Skylar Thompson for at least the next four games.’
Von Miller calls Josh Allen the lifeblood of the Buffalo Bills
‘”There’s no one more fitting for the spotlight than Josh Allen,” Miller said. “He’s just a naturally humble guy. He could go out and throw for 600 yards and seven touchdowns – he’s gonna come in the next day joking and laughing and giggling and just hanging with the guys. And I think we all follow suit with that. The lifeblood of this team and the energy and the personality of this team comes from our quarterback.”‘