‘The Western New York native began his football carrier right in our own backyard and for one of the first Friday night lights of the season, “Buffalo Joe” returned to his roots.’
Archives for September 2024
Bills extend RT Spencer Brown’s contract
‘Buffalo’s third-round draft pick in 2021 has started 41 regular season games and all six playoff contests in his first three seasons. After dealing with knee, back and ankle injuries earlier in his career, Brown started all 17 games last season on an offensive line that led the league in allowing just 24 sacks. The 26-year-old missed part of the offseason program following shoulder surgery, but has been healthy throughout training camp and preseason.’
Joe Andreessen attends Lancaster Legends game ahead of Bills season
‘Andreessen made an appearance at Friday night’s game as the Lancaster Legends took the field for their first game of the season at Lancaster High School.’
Bills Make We Wanna Give: Damar Hamlin discusses his community involvement, CPR training initiatives
‘“I’ve always wanted to build myself into somebody that the neighborhood and the kids can look up to and be inspired by,” Hamlin said.’
Ready 4 The Game: Bills Mafia ready for return to Highmark Stadium
‘“It’s long-awaited, I think everybody’s expecting a big season, we’re hoping for it,” said Mark Ebeling, owner and manager of nearby restaurant Danny’s. “The Bills have been great neighbors for us and everybody around here, there’s a big push, the Bills win, we all win.”’
Bills, Spencer Brown agree to 4-year contract extension
‘A third round pick out of Northern Iowa in 2021, Brown is coming off his best season as a Bill. In 2023, he started all 17 games at right tackle on an offensive line that stood out as a unit, allowing the fewest amount of sacks in the NFL (24).’
Action over words for Bills safety Taylor Rapp
‘”I’m not the most vocal,” Rapp said earlier this week. “I’m more the leader by example. Let my play do the talking.”’
Carucci Take 2: Bills’ many questions will start being answered vs. Cardinals
‘Our eyes are naturally going to first go to the revamped receiving corps. Will a dynamic playmaker emerge from a group that no longer has Stefon Diggs, one of the more dynamic playmakers to wear a Bills uniform in recent years? I didn’t see anything in the preseason to indicate we’re going to see that guy or those guys Sunday.’
Local retail stores prepare for the Bills’ regular season
‘He said that this time of year is always busy for them, the season starting coupled with back to school keeps the customers in the store.’
Bills Block Party on Chippewa returns
‘Kicking off the Bill’s first away game, fans can head down to Chippewa Street to watch the game. The Bills will be facing off against the Miami Dolphins in the Florida heat on Thursday, September 12 with kickoff at 8:15 p.m.’
‘Buffalo’s the city for me’ | Bills RT Spencer Brown signs four-year extension
‘”It’s one thing to get drafted, it’s another thing to get to a second contract,” Brown said. “There’s a lot of stepping stones and learning, you have to go through that, especially in younger years, and then just doing the same thing, day in, day out, and hopefully it pays off, and you’re doing the right things.”‘
Bills DE Javon Solomon ‘not expected’ to play Week 1 vs. Cardinals
‘Solomon has an oblique injury that has kept him from practicing this week and he is not expected to take part in Friday’s practice.’
‘Pretty excited’ Bobby Babich prepares for debut as Bills defensive play-caller
‘“I appreciate Sean and his belief in me,” Babich said. “When someone shows confidence in you, it goes a long way. I’m very appreciative and very grateful. Now it’s my job to take advantage of the opportunity he’s given me.”’
PlayAction column: Arizona’s tight end sets will challenge the Bills’ run defense
‘Arizona used three tight ends on 11% of its plays – well over the NFL average of 3.4%. Look for the Cardinals to power up in two- and three-tight-end formations in Sunday’s season opener at Highmark Stadium.’
Inside the Bills: Power ranking the team’s 2024 road trips
‘Here, in order from least desirable to most desirable, are The Buffalo News’ power rankings of the Bills’ 2024 road trips…’.