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‘The overarching concerns would involve fans adhering to strict policies on distancing and face coverings, violation of which would result in immediate ejection from the building. Additionally, all parties are considering the possibility of having every fan take a COVID-19 test prior to entering the facility and contact tracing them when the game concludes, among other variables, are being discussed between the Bills, Cuomo and the health commissioner, Dr. Howard Zucker.’

‘The simple answer is Josh Allen. The third-year quarterback has been great as of late and should be mentioned in the MVP discussion. It appears he’s processing the field better every single week and also reminded everyone on Saturday night that he is a true dual-threat quarterback. Allen also has developed strong chemistry with his top two wideouts, as Diggs caught 11 passes for 147 yards and Cole Beasley caught eight passes for 112 yards. Whether it’s acting as a game manager or taking shots downfield and picking up yards in big chunks, Allen does whatever is needed from him and he does it well.’

‘When the Broncos took over for their first possession of the second half, Drew Lock was immediately strip-sacked by cornerback Tre’Davious White, and defensive end Jerry Hughes picked up the loose ball and returned it 21 yards to the end zone for the Bills’ second touchdown in 17 seconds! This wasn’t your typical scoop-and-score though, as Hughes made about five Broncos “defenders” miss on his way to the score.’

‘Buffalo has covered the spread in five straight games. That’s the longest active cover streak in the NFL and it’s tied for the longest cover streak in the NFL this season. The Bills have covered in six straight meetings against the Broncos, and Allen boasts a 71 percent cover rate on the road in his career. I have much more faith in the Bills than the Broncos at this point, and I like that the spread is under a touchdown.’

‘”(The Vikings) were kind of gearing towards a run-heavy (offense) at that time,” Diggs said, per a transcription by The Viking Age. “I didn’t know it going in. I didn’t know it was going to be that way. They only would allow me to do so much. In my eyes, it wasn’t going to be in the best interest of my career.”‘

‘”I ain’t going to lie. Seeing them dancing on our logo pre-game and seeing all that, that turns you up a little bit,” Bills defensive back Jordan Poyer said, via Matt Parrino of nyup.com. “It kind of gives you a little second itch to come out and play with some extra fire. We were hyped up on the sideline, we had a big win. And we were just having fun.”‘

‘Oh, and Buffalo’s own defense? Killer when it needed to be. Levi Wallace and Taron Johnson both had big plays on the ball, Tre’Davious White was predictably feisty on the outside, and the line actually kept Ben Roethlisberger under pressure for most of the night. A total team victory here.’

‘Frazier’s wealth of experience would enable him to put together a quality staff, and the support from the Pegulas could not be more effusive, league sources said. They have made it a priority to make other owners aware of Frazier’s pivotal role in their organization and their belief that he would be a highly successful head coach if given the opportunity again. Frazier took over the Vikings at a time when the roster was slipping and they were in the aftermath of Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre moving on. The Bills are in first place in the AFC East and well-positioned to go back to the playoffs, which should also shine a light on Frazier’s accomplishments.’

‘A nine-year veteran of the Carolina Panthers’ front office prior to joining Buffalo, Beane has helped remake the Bills’ core since succeeding Doug Whaley as the team’s GM. His trades ahead of the 2017 NFL Draft, his first on the job, allowed Buffalo to select quarterback Josh Allen seventh overall; since then, a number of key moves around Allen — most notably this offseason’s acquisition of Pro Bowl wide receiver Stefon Diggs — helped turn to the Bills into a bona fide contender.’

‘Allen can go into every game thinking of the words of wisdom from the mustard-shirt, glasses wearing character: “I am ready to face any challenge that might be foolish enough to face me” and he’ll be unstoppable. And if he ever decides to leave the Bills, he should go “wherever they value loyalty most.”‘

‘Man, have you seen their offense when it’s firing on all cylinders? The Bills struggled to get a consistent ground game going against the Niners’ front, with Devin Singletary only occasionally flashing, but boy does Brian Daboll deserve a ton of credit for the way he’s tapped into Buffalo’s talent. Josh Allen somehow had a quiet four-touchdown performance that also lacked any of his trademark head-scratching decisions, feasting on the Niners’ zone coverage all night long. Stefon Diggs and Cole Beasley were equally as impressive working San Francisco’s corners to combine for almost 20 catches and over 200 yards on the evening. This team is productive and fun to watch when it’s rolling; in fact, it’s not a stretch to see just a little bit of Kansas City Chiefs in them.’

‘”We’re sitting at 8-3, and eight wins doesn’t win the division — unless you’re in the NFC East,” Allen said with a smile. “In all seriousness, coach (Bills head coach Sean) McDermott preaches playoff caliber and our goal is to get into the playoffs. Once you get into the playoffs, anyone has a chance to win it. The easiest way to get into the playoffs is to win your division.”‘

‘Allen and Bills running back Devin Singletary immediately congratulated Beasley on his accomplishment. Beasley, who was an option quarterback in high school, was converted to a wide receiver at Southern Methodist University. He had previously attempted only three passes in his NFL career, both were incompletions. Beasley’s last pass in the NFL was in 2018 with the Dallas Cowboys while his other attempt was in 2016.’

‘Ford, the team’s second-round pick in 2019, has started 22 of a possible 26 games thus far in his career. Given the timeline laid out for the injury, he should be ready for 2021 training camp, where he’ll resume his place as part of Josh Allen’s protection unit up front.’

‘”Me personally, I know I could’ve timed it up better,” Hyde said, via the Bills website. “I was trapped behind him. I was too worried about him getting over top of the defense. So I stayed back and tried to force everything to be in front of me. And at the same time, when the ball was in the air, I was stuck behind him. I wasn’t able to get in front.’