‘McDermott wants to make sure that the players are going to feel game ready and in dress rehearsal’s once the regular season comes around.’
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Bills Oliver is looking forward to proving himself all over again
‘Oliver said as far as he’s concerned, nothing has changed, “Going back to high school, just walking around with a chip on my shoulder and I feel like the first four years was one contract and the next is, that’s behind me and let me go out and prove myself once again.”’
Harty, Klein make big plays as Bills wrap up week
‘Klein made several big plays during the 11-on-11 portion of practice on Thursday outside the ADPRO Sports Training Center in Orchard Park.’
Rapp has already taken to playing for the Bills
‘Rapp started 48 out of the 57 games he played with the Rams and has nine career interceptions. When Rapp was looking for some place to play, he liked what he saw in Buffalo. He said he had admired Jordan Poyer and Micah Hyde from afar, but it was more than that, “I’ve always had respect for what coach McDermott and Brandon Beane have been building here and just going back to free agency, me just being able to find the right culture and the right team that not only fits me as a football player, but also from a cultural perspective.’
Damien Harris returns to practice; Gabe Davis, Baylon Spector day-to-day
‘However, wide receiver Gabe Davis sat out with general soreness, while linebacker Baylon Spector missed with a back injury. Both are considered day-to-day.’
Dorsey: Barkley, Allen graded out similarly in preseason opener
‘”I know that Matt’s numbers are what they were, and he did a great job, but at the end of the day, both of them graded out very similar,” said Dorsey on Wednesday when speaking with the media before practice.’
Intensity on full display Tuesday at Bills practice
‘There were several instances of players going back-and-forth with each other that eventually spilled over to a fight. This even included star quarterback Josh Allen getting involved in the aftermath.’
Bills place tackle Brandon Shell on Reserve/Retired list
‘Shell was signed by the Bills back on June 1 on a one-year deal. This after spending last season with the Miami Dolphins, starting 11 games.’
McDermott thought a few young players took step forward against Indianapolis
‘The Bills took linebacker Dorian Williams in the third round of this year’s draft. When he first got here, he was getting reps at middle linebacker, but he has since played and will stay outside. McDermott liked Williams first NFL action on Saturday, “I thought he was very physical, we have plenty to work on as does Dorian, but I thought he did a good job with playing fast and physical and you can build off of things like that.”’
Opinion: Observations from Bills’ preseason opener
‘Both Kaiir Elam and Christian Benford were on the field for about 30 snaps. The Bills said they wanted to get a long look at both of those players, but the limited action could also mean they’ve decided, at least for now, that Jackson is the best man for the job.’
Bills win their first preseason game of the season over the Colts
‘The Bills got off to a quick start, intercepting Anthony Richardson, two plays later James Cook punches it in to give the Bills an early lead. Matt Barkley led the Bills going 13-14 for 156 yards, and two touchdowns reliving Kyle Allen who started the first half for the Bills. The Colts won the turnover battle only turning the ball over once.’
Barkley takes the early lead to be Josh Allen’s backup
‘On Saturday, Barkley was close to perfect making some really nice throws that included two touchdowns. Overall the 32-year-old was 14-of-15 for 172 yards and the two scores.’
Bills safety Damar Hamlin see’s today’s game as just another milestone is getting back to who he is
‘Hamlin finished the game with three tackles in his limited action and said while there wasn’t any trepidation, he was feeling a lot of emotions today. “I was feeling everything all at once, but i’ve been doing a good job of staying around right minded people, good mindset coaches in my life and good mentors as far as the team….pressure only lives inside of us, as long as you don’t let it portray your actions you can keep it under control.”’
Sean McDermott wants the Bills more consistent following the teams 23-19 win over the Colts
‘“I thought there were some good things, we showed moments of our standard that we hold ourselves to, but not enough though. We have to be more consistent starting with penalties, more discipline on pre snap penalties because it hurts you.”’
Opinion: Capaccio: Arrow Up/Arrow Down: Preseason Colts at Bills
‘Murray continued his strong training camp by collecting 39 total yards. The 33-year old looked fresh and fast.’