‘“It’s kind of been that way for most of the year,” head coach Sean McDermott said before the Bills’ indoor practice on Friday. “I would say defensively, it’s been rather consistent from the start of the season and before (training camp) in the spring.”’
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Legends in their own rights, Bills limited partners seek to be trailblazers for next generation
‘“In my wildest dreams, yeah (I envisioned this), because this was a dream,” McGrady said. “The dream to play professional basketball and when that dream became a reality, I told my agent that at some point in my career I wanted to own a sports franchise – whether that was Major League Baseball, because I’m involved in that, whether it’s an NBA franchise or NFL.”’
Ryan O’Halloran: New Bills limited partner Vince Carter wants to be resource for players
‘“Playing in the league for so long, being the old guy in locker rooms, outside of wanting to play, my focus was giving those guys as many tools and dropping as many gems (as possible),” Carter said during a Zoom with reporters on Friday. “Whatever I can see to help them become better in the moment, better athletes (and) better men – that’s what I’m excited about the most.”’
Voice of the Fan: Bills Mafia, show love for 3-headed monster of James Cook, Ray Davis, Ty Johnson
‘As the primary back, Cook has exceptional acceleration, balance, vision and explosiveness, along with surprising power. He has cruised to 1,000-plus yards from scrimmage already (828 rushing, 232 receiving).’
Bills injury report update: 4 defensive starters questionable for Patriots game
‘The not so great news is that seven players – including a whopping six on defense, four of whom are starters – will be listed as questionable for the game, and there’s a chance that several of them might not be able to play. All have been limited at practice.’
Bills defensive end Dawuane Smoot happy to be healthy as he returns for playoff push
‘“It’s definitely one of those weird years for me,” Smoot told GNN Sports. “Two years ago, getting back from my (Achilles) injury, last year was a weird year. And then coming in this year, I’m thinking it’s going to be the year I’m coming back and I’ve had some freak injuries. So it’s been tough. My faith has been the thing I’ve been leaning on throughout the whole time.”’
Carter, McGrady and Altidore’s new stake in Buffalo Bills brings diversity to NFL owners’ table
‘“This is a barometer for us to do our jobs and be a stand-in for the next phase of ownership, whether it’s minority, whether it’s majority, whether it’s an individual,” he added. “It’s up to us to really carry this the right way and setting an example for the next people coming along.”’
Vince Carter lauds diversity of new minority Bills ownership
‘”Many years ago, [the Williams’ sisters] started this and it kind of was a thing and it kind of got pushed aside,” Carter said during a Zoom press conference on Friday. “But they kind of broke that barrier for tennis athletes. And I think now full circle, we’re getting that opportunity as male black athletes that are from a different sport. So, I just think it’s just a cool opportunity. Diversity and inclusion is a thing and something that organizations and businesses are trying to accomplish. And we were kind of in the forefront of that on this side.”‘
Rasul Douglas issues stern warning to rest of his Buffalo Bills teammates
‘”If you come in there and you play around, you’re going to lose,” Douglas said.’
Bills QB Josh Allen credits Hailee Steinfeld for MVP season
‘”She’s been a huge part,” Allen told The Associated Press. “The morale, the support. When I get home, she’s my biggest fan, my biggest supporter. She’s just the best.”‘
Buffalo Bills Wild Card opponent just got a lot clearer in Week 16
‘Unless the Kansas City Chiefs collapse down the stretch, Buffalo is very likely hosting Denver in the Wild Card Round. Now while this game would likely go in their favor, it’s important to note that the Broncos did go into Buffalo back in 2023 and win on a walk-off field goal.’
McDermott feels ‘strongly’ about Allen as NFL MVP this season
‘”In order to play great as a team, you’ve got to have individuals that play great in a game. So you do want to acknowledge those awards and the effort that was put into it and those performances,” said Bills head coach Sean McDermott of his quarterback during an appearance on the “Extra Point Show on Friday. “Josh has been phenomenal all season, pretty much, and especially the last number of games. In my estimation, and I’m his head coach, I think he’s MVP of the league. I just feel strongly about that, the way he’s led our team this year and performed on the field.”‘
Opinion: Patriots’ offense floundering
‘The third overall pick in last April’s NFL Draft has started each of New England’s last nine games after taking over for Jacoby Brissett. Maye has a 2-7 record, but that is much more about the team around him than Maye’s potential.’
‘An unbelievable ride’: Vince Carter, Tracy McGrady & Jozy Altidore discuss joining Buffalo Bills ownership
‘”It’s just been an unbelievable ride and just a great opportunity,” said Carter, a member of the Basketball Hall of Fame, speaking to reporters via Zoom.’
Sports legends turned Bills partners hoping to expand team’s brand into Toronto
‘“We’ve accomplished a lot in that market,” Carter said in a news conference Friday. “Our name is thrown around. It’s recognized. I think the partnership between the Bills and what we’ve done in Toronto can now marry this group together.”’