‘”Yeah, it does. It does 100% for several reasons actually,” the 30-year-old Cooper said. “It’s just that feeling of having a fresh beginning, a new start, a blank canvas that you get to control your destiny, you know?”‘
Archives for October 17, 2024
Can new Bills WR Amari Cooper level up with Josh Allen midseason like he did with Dak Prescott years ago?
‘In Buffalo, Cooper should seamlessly slide into the WR1 void left by Stefon Diggs offseason departure to the Houston Texans. His air yards made up the fifth-highest share of team air yards (46.9%) in the first six weeks of the 2024 season, and the Bills were the only team in the entire league without a receiver over 26%, per the NFL’s Next Gen Stats. Mack Hollins’ 21.4% air yards team share ranked as the highest by a Bills receiver entering Week 7. Cooper also has more career receiving touchdowns (62) than every other wide receiver on Buffalo’s roster combined (61). His production should slot in similarly or more better than what Diggs produced across the last three seasons with Cooper having the edge in yards per reception.’
Bills WR Amari Cooper chooses jersey number for hilarious reason
‘Cooper will wear No. 18 with the Bills. And in his first appearance in speaking to the media since the trade, he was asked why he chose 18. The answer he gave was short and funny. “I only had two options,” Cooper said.’
Buffalo Bills seemingly have Tyler Bass’ replacement in sight
‘Buffalo has brought in Harrison Mevis, an undrafted free agent out of Missouri. The man they call “The thiccer kicker” went 24-of-30 in field goals in 2023, and he holds the SEC record for the longest field goal with a 61-yarder to his name.’
Will Tracy McGrady, Vince Carter and Jozy Altidore buy the Bills? NBA legends, soccer star want stake in NFL franchise
‘Carter has an estimated net worth of $110 million.’
Beane: Amari Cooper deal had been in works for a few days
‘”By the time their move was announced, we had honed in on Amari,” Beane said while addressing the media. “I was monitoring that one, checking around, and I would say by Monday afternoon felt there was a fairly decent chance that we could do this with Cleveland.”‘
Amari Cooper brings proven production and experience to the Buffalo Bills wide receiver room
‘Conversations with the Cleveland Browns started on Sunday after the Browns lost to the Philadelphia Eagles. By Monday morning, the two sides saw momentum building. Talks briefly paused as the Bills prepared for the New York Jets on Monday Night Football but on Tuesday negotiations continued and a deal was struck.’
Report: Vince Carter, Tracy McGrady and Jozy Altidore in talks to buy minority stakes in Buffalo Bills
‘In its report, Sportico said nothing has been signed yet and it’s possible that a deal won’t even happen, but we do know the Bills have been shopping around a minority stake in the team.’
Bills have been big fans of new WR Amari Cooper ‘for a very long time’
‘“I’ve been a big fan of his for a very long time,” said quarterback Josh Allen, who was still playing for Reedley Community College when Cooper entered the league. “Very smart, very detailed, and the way that he runs his routes, I think he can help us a lot.”’
Buffalo Bills sue Rachel’s Mediterranean Grill over unpaid sponsorship fees
‘The agreement allegedly required Rachel’s to pay a $480,000 sponsorship fee as well as additional fees if the team qualified for the NFL playoffs. The Bills qualified for playoffs all three years of the agreement.’
Charges dismissed against man who fell into Bills stadium pit, other trespassers
‘Adam McPherson of Cheektowaga was arraigned in January for the misdemeanor that carried a maximum sentence of 60 days in jail if convicted. But like others who were arrested for trespassing at the construction site last season, he was granted an adjournment in contemplation of dismissal, meaning the case could be dismissed if certain conditions were met over a period of time.’
Fresh start for Amari Cooper could be boost for Bills
‘”It’s just that feeling of having a fresh beginning,” Cooper said later on during his first day with the team. “A new start. A blank canvas that you get to control your destiny.”‘
Report: Former NBA, US Soccer stars seek minority stake in Bills
‘The digital sports company Sportico, posted on social media that former NBA players Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady, along former US soccer player Jozy Altidore are in talks to buy a minority interest in the Buffalo Bills. Carter and McGrady were spotted at the Bills vs Jacksonville game last month.’
Buffalo Bills file complaint against Rachel’s Mediterranean Grill
‘In a claim filed on Oct. 15, 2024, the Bills claimed Rachel’s Mediterranean Management Company, Inc. breached their contact by not paying the full sponsorship fees and for continuing to use the Buffalo Bills’ copyrighted logo in their promotions after failing to pay the sponsorship fees.’
Bills focused on getting Cooper up to speed
‘“Sometimes with wide receivers there’s different skillsets, and sometimes they’re overlapping skillsets, and so you have to figure the pieces out,” McDermott said. “Making sure, again, we’re able to get in a rhythm, maintain our rhythm. More than anything, Josh is comfortable with everything.”’