‘”It was a joint decision between the Pegula organization and the county. We believe that the only way to ensure a real safe atmosphere is to actually have people vaccinated,” Poloncarz said.’
Rochester Democrat and Chronicle
Offensive line, Levi Wallace, and lack of big plays on defense all hurt Bills
‘Left tackle Dion Dawkins was flagged for one holding penalty in 2020; he was nailed three times in this game, though two were declined. Feliciano, Williams, and center Mitch Morse also were caught holding.’
Josh Allen struggles, Bills receive gut punch in 23-16 opening loss to Steelers
‘One of the hot button topics heading into this season of high expectations was how would the Bills handle playing every game this season with a glowing target on their collective back? One week in, I’d have to say not very well.’
Bills report card: Offensive line, play-calling a mess in collapse against Steelers
‘McDermott admitted it afterward: Pittsburgh coach Mike Tomlin and his staff outcoached their Buffalo counterparts. It’s hard to argue.’
Don’t sleep on Steelers, who could give Bills a very tough game in season opener
‘Bills 27, Steelers 23.’
Here are six things the Bills need to have happen if they hope to earn a Super Bowl berth
‘One of McDermott’s greatest strengths will really come in handy this year, that being his ability to stick to his beloved process, which his players are fully invested in, and keep the team’s focus right where it needs to be.’
Dynamic passing game leads Buffalo Bills explosive offense into 2021 season
‘“It’s harder when you’re playing well and people know that you can play well,” Diggs said earlier this week. “And then you’ve got to live up to a standard of playing well each and every day, each and every game. Last year is over. We can’t translate those wins, but what we can do is take what we did from the good side of it and translate it to this year and the things that we didn’t do well. We didn’t do X-Y-Z well, let’s make sure that’s a point of emphasis going into the year.”’
The Bills pinpointed upgrading their tackling as a key to defensive improvement this year
‘“When we started OTAs and the offseason program, we put a heavy emphasis on tackling,” Frazier said Wednesday. “That was an area we really wanted to improve as a defense, which we thought would also help our run defense. There were some other things that we emphasized, but that was probably the one thing we really harped on, improving our tackling.”’
It looks as if the Bills will be healthy for season opener against Steelers
‘Wide receiver/kick returner Isaiah McKenize and nickel cornerback Taron Johnson both returned to practice and McDermott expects both to play Sunday, though Johnson will probably have to do so with his injured hand heavily taped.’
Siran Neal can fill several roles on Bills defense, but special teams is where he shines
‘Ever since he arrived at One Bills Drive, Neal has been the epitome of the “jack of all trades, master of none” player for coach Sean McDermott.’
‘It’s time for them to produce.’ McDermott breaks down D-line, team as opener approaches
‘“These guys are so aware of media expectations and things … I don’t think that needs to be brought to someone’s attention,” he said. “If it does, that’s a question for Brandon on why we drafted the guy. These guys, they know that’s out there. I think the biggest thing is when you play that position, there’s a lot of unselfish traits that go with that position. You’re not always on the stat sheet, you’re not always noticed on television, on the news or on SportsCenter, but it’s what happens between the hedges, if you will, that really factors into a game.”’
Former Buffalo Bills player Cornelius Bennett accused of sexually assaulting teen at Brighton bar
‘The Otter Lodge’s owner Darren Cummings said that his bar opened in 1996 at 1776 Monroe Ave., several years before the alleged occurred at a bar at the same site operating by another name. The Otter Lodge closed in 2019, and a British pub, The Sheffield, opened in its place last year.’
With a championship-level roster in place, Brandon Beane had fewer difficult decisions
‘“I’d say the first two times at this time of the year, we were watching tape all through the night, our scouts were paring it down,” Beane said. “Then the next morning when the coaches got back in, ‘Hey, what would be your preference? We like these guys, this is how we have them stacked, you see it the same?’’
Gabriel Davis, a steal for Bills, carves out important niche in offense
‘“Gabe, he’s one of those guys that’s just learned from guys like Stef (Diggs) and Cole (Beasley) and John Brown,” Allen said. “He just does things the right way. He practices hard, and in the game, just so reliable. You know he’s going to be where he’s supposed to be. He makes plays on offense when he’s asked to make plays.”’
Buffalo Bills roster cut to 53: Brandon Beane had to make some tough calls
‘At the top of that list is Ferguson who will almost certainly be re-signed to the Bills active roster, similar to how kick returner Andre Roberts returned to the Bills in 2020.’