The Bills have yielded the fewest pass plays of 20-or-more yards in the NFL since 2017, when McDermott arrived. The Bills ranked seventh in fewest pass plays of 20-plus yards allowed last year. They were 14th in 2022. They led the NFL in 2021, 2019 and ‘2018 in preventing big pass plays.
BillsBeat - September 16, 2024
Jaguars star may miss matchup vs. Bills after suffering pregame injury in Week 2
‘The Jacksonville Jaguars suffered a major blow to their offense on Sunday ahead of their matchup against the Cleveland Browns. During pregame warmups, tight end Evan Engram suffered a hamstring injury. The team ruled Engram out of action against Cleveland shortly after the injury took place.’
Josh Allen 'airborne' over Buffalo
‘A building-sized mural featuring the Buffalo Bills quarterback began to emerge on the side of the Statler Building over the weekend downtown. It’s an eye-catching ad for Gatorade and says, “Is it in you?”‘
Josh Allen billboard installed in Downtown Buffalo
‘A massive photo of Josh Allen in a Gatorade ad now hangs on the side of the Statler Hotel, facing Niagara Square.’
Bills Mafia donates $16K to Tua Foundation following concussion
‘“Being in the Dolphins fans’ positions and trying to put myself there, I would have instantly been sick to my stomach,” said Kristen Kimmick, the founder of Bills Mafia Babes.’
What They're Saying | Buffalo Bills earn early season respect with 2-0 start in 2024
‘”Why is everybody surprised by this? This was a complete whooping from start to finish… People want them to go away. They’re tired, they’re tired. They want the new thing… No, no they’re not. It’s the Bills. It’s the Ferrari guys. It’s all I could say is that you’re not getting a new thing. If you want a new thing, look in another division because this one’s taken.”‘
BillsBeat - September 15, 2024
Ryan O'Halloran: What Bills have learned about themselves through two games
‘And yet here the Buffalo Bills are with a 2-0 record, a plus-27 point differential, four takeaways and six sacks.’
Position grades: Bills' physicality on line of scrimmage draws Sean McDermott praise
‘Offensive line (4.5). Blocking was beautiful on Cook’s 49-yard touchdown run. Spencer Brown and O’Cyrus Torrence double-teamed Da’Shawn Hand, and Connor McGovern made a power solo block on Brandon Pili to seal a big lane for Cook. Torrence had a couple nice solo blocks, too. The Bills barely needed to throw. But the pass protection by Brown against outstanding linebacker Jaelan Phillips was good, and Dion Dawkins was a powerhouse on the other side. Alec Anderson is showing his feistiness, as the Bills used him as a third tackle on eight plays. He had good knockdown blocks on defensive ends Quintin Bell and Calais Campbell in the second half.’
Joe Brady watch: Bills rolled with 3 wideouts against the Dolphins
‘The Buffalo Bills’ game plan Thursday against Miami called for a heavy dose of three-wideout formations – unlike last week when 11 and 12 personnel got almost equal run. The Bills wanted to spread out the Dolphins and keep them in a nickel defense, with five defensive backs. The first 23 snaps by the Bills offense were in 11 personnel. After the Bills built a big lead, they bulked up, inserting tackle Alec Anderson as a third tackle on nine plays.’
Buffalo Next: Businesses turn to Bills watch party to bring people to the city
‘“We are incredibly grateful to our sponsors for their unwavering support, which makes it possible to offer this event to the public free of charge,” he said. “In our view, making big games accessible to everyone is essential for fostering community spirit and connection. This watch party is more than just a game – it’s an opportunity for us all to come together, share in the excitement and celebrate our love for sports in an inclusive environment.”’
Josh Allen barely broke a sweat vs Dolphins, but Bills still need his Superman performances
‘If it wasn’t so grossly hot and humid, Allen would have barely broken a sweat as he attempted only 19 passes, completing 13 for 139 yards, and running just twice for a grand total of two yards.’
PFF Week 2 Bills grades: Von Miller posts elite grade, starting OL doesn’t fare well
‘The Bills OL, at first glance, had a strong game against the Dolphins. Miami did not record a single QB hit on Allen in the game and the Bills were able to average over four yards per carry on the ground. Despite this, Pro Football Focus gave the unit poor marks.’
Donations flood Tua Tagovailoa’s Foundation courtesy of Buffalo Bills fans
‘The Tua Foundation has received more than $16,000 since the Miami Dolphins’ 31-10 loss to the Buffalo Bills. And just who has been the biggest donators? Bills Mafia, according to “Good Morning Football.”’
BillsBeat - September 14, 2024
Upon Further Review: Bills safety Damar Hamlin on the other end of scary collision
‘“It’s football, you know what I’m saying?” Hamlin said. “I did the hard (expletive) last year to free my mind and be able to know that the field is one of the safest places to be for my situation that happened. We’ve got so many professionals that practice routine situations of that happening. As a result of me being able to come back, my mind is free. My mind is clear. I’m just out there just trying to play football.”’
Curtis Samuel thus far has played a minimal role for Bills
‘Samuel, who signed a three-year contract with the Bills in the offseason worth up to $24 million, was on the field for just 12 offensive snaps during Thursday night’s 31-10 victory over the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. That was 27% of the offensive total.’