‘However, the overhaul of the Buffalo Bills’ receiving corps leaves it an open question. The Bills had 28 receptions last season on passes that traveled at least 20 yards past the line of scrimmage, 12th-most in the NFL. The Bills were ninth in yards on passes of 20-plus air yards and second in attempts. Thus, there was room for improvement. Allen had an NFL-best 34 deep completions in 2022. Furthermore, 19 of the Bills’ 28 deep completions went to players no longer on the roster.’
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The story of Bills LB Dorian Williams: He steps in for Matt Milano, but he's already 'been through a lot'
‘“He’s ready. He’s ready, he’s ready,” said Williams’ mother, Angela Mintz. “He hates that Matt is out. That’s someone that he really looked up to, is Matt Milano. He respects him as football player, but (also) as a great person.’
Who will play safety? Where the Bills stand after Jordan Poyer, Micah Hyde and a rough summer
‘“It’s been a challenge just because, first of all, if you strip the injuries away, we’ve got some new players in there, which is exciting,” McDermott said last month. “It’s an opportunity to continue to evolve as a defense, as a secondary. With that comes time on task, with not only in the system, but with one another.’
Ryan O'Halloran: Peek into the Bills crystal ball – game-by-game predictions for the 2024 season
‘Final Record: 11-6 (first, AFC East).’
The NFL season begins Thursday. Here's a 5-minute primer on everything to watch for
‘Joe Burrow, Cincinnati: In his two full seasons (2021-22), he is 27-12 in the regular season and playoffs with 78 touchdowns.’
How will the Bills do this season? Buffalo News staff writers make their predictions on 2024
‘The schedule is tough. A 3-2 start would be pretty good (against the Cardinals, Dolphins, Jaguars, Ravens and Texans). Buffalo visits the Jets in the sixth game. I’ll be surprised if the Bills start 4-2. I’m thinking the Dolphins and Jets both will be formidable. That means a 10-7 record for Buffalo and a wild-card berth.’
Alan Pergament: A guide to what stations are carrying Bills games this season
‘The NFL sells the rights to local broadcast channels when the games are on their cable or streaming packages to allow all fans in the TV markets of the participating teams to be able to watch them. This usually upsets Bills fans in Rochester, since broadcast stations there don’t get the opportunity to carry streaming and cable games.’
These unsung heroes prepare the Bills for everything under the sun
‘Jeff Mazurek, the Bills director of equipment operations, said he starts checking the forecast from Buffalo’s NBC affiliate, WGRZ, at least 10 days out. Meteorologists Patrick Hammer and Kevin O’Neill will give him a heads up for the gameday weather.’
Four memorable Bills bad weather games that stick out to team's equipment operations head
‘The Bills hosted the Indianapolis Colts in another December snow game which also started with no pregame precipitation. Once the snow started, it was falling heavily with inches accumulating all over the field. In those conditions, the equipment staff had to try different things and see what would work, Mazurek said.’
How many games will the Bills win in 2024? Our writers give game-by-game predictions
‘Bills 11-6.’
Terrel Bernard positioned himself as Bills defensive leader by digging into the small details
‘Bernard is so in-tune with his body composition that he can tell when his weight fluctuates a few pounds, but there’s also a mental aspect. When Bernard sees a specific number on the scale, he knows that hard work went into reaching it and how his body performs at that weight.’
Friday's Arizona Coverage
Arizona Cardinals defense using criticism as ‘fuel to the fire’ (Arizona Republic)
Why Kyler Murray’s downfield passing could define the Arizona Cardinals’ season (Arizona Republic)
If he plays his cards right, Kyler Murray can become the Jim Hart of the Arizona Cardinals (Arizona Republic)
Cardinals sign Wildcat product Tyler Manoa to practice squad, lose Ben Stille to Bucs (KMVP-FM)
Arizona Cardinals launch flag football experience at State Farm Stadium (KPHO-TV)
Cardinals Aware, Prepared For Josh Allen Threat (AZCardinals.com)
Injury Report: Week 1 vs Bills (AZCardinals.com)
Memories of ‘Hail Murray’ fading 4 years later as Cardinals travel to play Bills in season opener
‘“Yeah, I remember that game. Thanks,” coach Sean McDermott said with a wince.’
QB Josh Allen set to unveil new-look offense in Buffalo Bills opener against the Arizona Cardinals
‘Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray versus Bills new-look secondary. Murray provided the Cardinals offense a big spark in his return after missing the first 10 games of last season with a torn ACL. Arizona averaged scoring nearly 6 more points and gaining more than 73 yards per game with Murray under center. In his final three games to close the season, he combined to go 71 of 99 for 724 yards with six TDs and one interception. The Bills introduce a new secondary to replace the offseason losses of safeties Micah Hyde and Jordan Poyer and cornerback Tre’Davious White. Taylor Rapp and Damar Hamlin will start at safety, with Christian Benford and Rasul Douglas the starting cornerback tandem.’
Josh Allen breaks down rookie Keon Coleman's game: 'He's got a different skill set than what I'm used to'
‘”I think what’s fair to expect is he’s going to be an exciting player for us and I think he’s going to help us win football games.” Allen said. “He’s got a different skill set than maybe what I’m used to. I don’t know if I’ve had the type of skill set that he brings to the table as an option before. His ability to go jump and catch back shoulder balls, be strong at the point of the catch. He takes blocking in the run game with a lot of pride…”‘