‘They were born 26 days apart in 1999. They grew up some 40 miles apart in this part of Texas. And they joined forces to lead Baylor’s defense before advancing to the NFL.’
Archives for October 5, 2024
Bills notes: Ed Oliver, Khalil Shakir among four players ruled out of Sunday’s game
‘Coach Sean McDermott ruled out four players: defensive tackle Ed Oliver (hamstring), wide receiver Khalil Shakir (ankle), defensive tackle Austin Johnson (oblique), and safety Taylor Rapp (concussion). The team already knew it would be without defensive end Von Miller, who is suspended for four games.’
Former Bills offensive lineman and Hall of Famer Billy Shaw dies at age 85
‘Shaw was 85. According to the Hall of Fame, Shaw’s family cited hyponatremia – a condition where the sodium in the blood is abnormally low – as the cause of death. Shaw’s family told the Bills’ organization he was surrounded by his wife and three daughters at the time of his passing after a brief illness.’
Bills will be without key starters for game vs Texans: Injury report update
‘Coach Sean McDermott on Friday ruled out wide receiver Khalil Shakir and defensive tackle Ed Oliver, and he also said that safety Taylor Rapp and defensive tackle Austin Johnson will miss the game.’
Former Buffalo Bills great and Pro Football Hall of Famer Billy Shaw dies
‘Shaw went on to become one of the greatest players in the history of franchise and is the only player enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame who played his entire career in the AFL.’
Bills’ Ed Oliver, Khalil Shakir ruled out for Sunday against the Texans
‘Shakir suffered an ankle injury in the Bills’ loss to the Ravens last week but could play through it and finish the game. He hasn’t been able to practice this week and won’t play against Houston.’
Depleted Bills defensive line looks to bounce back after being roughed up by the Ravens
‘“We’re not in college, it’s not like there’s a huge talent gap,” Smoot told the Gazette. “We’re in the NFL. Everybody gets paid and they get paid handsomely just like we do, too. At the end of the day, they got us. We just come back and regroup. It’s a long season.”’
Saturday’s Houston Coverage
Houston Texans injury report: RB Joe Mixon ruled out for Sunday’s game against Buffalo Bills (Houston Chronicle)
CBS’ Ian Eagle on calling Houston Texans vs. Buffalo Bills in NFL’s marquee matchup of Week 5 (Houston Chronicle)
How the Texans are utilizing Stefon Diggs differently than the Bills did in 2023 (CBS Sports)
Texans wide receiver Tank Dell set to return for Bills game after missing Jaguars game: ‘I’m ready to go for sure’ (KPRC-TV)
Texans’ Joe Mixon out for third game in a row, Dameon Pierce returns, Tytus Howard sidelined (KPRC-TV)
McClain: Containing Josh Allen and Bills’ running game is big test (HoustonTexans.com)
H-Town uniforms make their debut on Sunday (HoustonTexans.com)
Georgia Tech legend and Pro Football Hall of Famer Billy Shaw dies
‘With the Yellow Jackets, Shaw was a two-way tackle who earned All-America honors as a senior. He was selected to play in the 1961 College All-Star Game where a teammate’s twisted ankle became a life-altering twist of fate for both men.’
Billy Shaw, Bills icon and Pro Football Hall of Famer, dead at 85
‘He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1999 after a career in football in which he was an eight-time AFL All-Star in the 1960s.’
Bills WR Khalil Shakir, DT Austin Johnson and safety Taylor Rapp ruled out against Texans
‘The Bills (3-1) announced Friday that Shakir, Johnson and Rapp would join Vonn on the sidelines when they face the Texans (3-1). Vonn was suspended four games for violating the NFL’s personal conduct policy.’
Pro Football Hall of Famer and former Georgia Tech and Buffalo Bills great Billy Shaw dead at 85
‘A second-round draft pick out of Georgia Tech, where he was a two-way player and All-American, Shaw made eight American Football League All-Star games in his nine seasons. He was an All-AFL selection five times and a two-time AFL champion.’
Host of Bills out vs. Texans, including WR Shakir, three on defense
‘Oliver suffered a hamstring injury in practice Thursday, and the other injuries took place in the game. Johnson (oblique), Rapp (concussion protocol) and Shakir (ankle) have not practiced this week. Shakir is the team’s leading receiver through four games, having caught 18 of 19 targets for 230 yards and two touchdowns. Curtis Samuel is among the receivers who will have more of a role in his absence.’
Why did Bills trade Stefon Diggs? Revisiting drama with Josh Allen, Sean McDermott that led to Texans deal
‘Diggs’ production tapered off in a big way at the end of the 2023 season, leading to frustration with his involvement in the offense and his eventual departure from Buffalo.’
Bills QB Josh Allen will be without his top target in first game against Stefon Diggs
‘Khalil Shakir was amongst four players ruled out who played in Week 4. The Bills’ top receiver is dealing with an ankle injury. The three other injuries were on the defensive side of the ball. Ed Oliver Taylor Rapp, and Austin Johnson will all mis Week 5, as well, which is the last thing the Bills needed after already being without Matt Milano, Terrel Bernard, and Taron Johnson.’