‘On Thursday, it was reported that that Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker would be out of action for 3-4 weeks and could be heading to the injured reserve with a left knee injury. According to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network, Butker needs surgery to trim his meniscus in his left knee. Butker will be back for the end of the regular season and playoffs, but will miss a big AFC matchup on Sunday.’
BillsBeat - November 15, 2024
Will Taylor Swift be at the Chiefs-Bills game this Sunday at Highmark Stadium?
‘Swift, who has been a frequent guest at Chiefs games this season in support of her boyfriend, tight end Travis Kelce, will be just a short flight away. She’s scheduled to perform in Toronto at Rogers Centre on November 14, 15, 16, 21, 22 and 23 as part of the final leg of her record-breaking “Eras Tour,” before heading to Vancouver for the last shows of the tour in early December.’
Milano's return, updates on Brown, Kincaid, Cooper, others from Thursday Bills practice
‘The most notable of which was the return of former All-Pro linebacker Matt Milano, who had his 21-day window to return from injured reserve earlier in the week. Milano (pectoral) wore a red non-contact jersey along with a brace/harness on his injured left pectoral underneath a long-sleeved undershirt during the portion of Thursday’s practice held while in view of the media. He seemingly participated fully during positional work, which included work with the sled and heavy tackling dummies.’
Josh Allen leading improved Bills passing attack over the last 5 games despite recent interceptions
‘But despite his interceptions and injuries to receivers Keon Coleman and Amari Cooper and tight end Dalton Kincaid, Allen’s production has increased the past five games. He’s averaging nearly 80 yards more per game, his completion percentage is up six points and his nine touchdown passes are one more than the first five outings.’
Amari Cooper hopeful to play against Chiefs, Bills receiver adjusting to catching with a cast
‘While the Bills have called him day-to-day since the injury, Cooper said he feels like he can play against the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday and it would provide a major boost. Bills coach Sean McDermott already ruled out receiver Keon Coleman (wrist) for Sunday and tight Dalton Kincaid (knee) did not practice for a second consecutive day.’
Friday's Kansas City Coverage
CBS made special request to the NFL about the Chiefs’ game against the Bills (Kansas City Star)
KC Chiefs’ injury report lightens up as 3 return to practice ahead of Bills game (Kansas City Star)
DeAndre Hopkins leading his blind mother through Arrowhead endears him to Chiefs fans (Kansas City Star)
At weekly news conference, Patrick Mahomes reacts to home burglary from last month (Kansas City Star)
Harrison Butker injury update: Chiefs kicker out for game vs. Bills, headed to IR (USA Today)
Chiefs putting kicker Harrison Butker on injured reserve ahead of knee procedure, AP source says (AP)
Chiefs’ Harrison Butker’s injury sparks feminist celebrations and Trump Cabinet conspiracies on social media (Fox News)
Sources: Chiefs’ Harrison Butker to IR with knee injury (ESPN)
Chiefs’ Harrison Butker likely IR bound with knee injury; kicker expected to have meniscus surgery, per report (CBS Sports)
NFL played no role in scheduling Chiefs-Bills showdown in Buffalo to coincide with Taylor Swift Eras Tour (CBS Sports)
Chiefs Kicker Harrison Butker to Land on IR, Will Undergo Knee Surgery (SI)
How long is Harrison Butker is out? Latest updates on Chiefs kicker’s knee injury (The Sporting News)
Chiefs just lost their best offensive player to injury not named Patrick Mahomes (The Sporting News)
Report: Chiefs K Harrison Butker expected to miss 3-4 weeks due to left knee injury (KHSB-TV)
Kansas City Chiefs hire firm to conduct research as part of future stadium decision (KHSB-TV)
Report: Butker to miss several weeks with left knee injury (KCTV-TV)
Chiefs hire research firm to help club’s decision-making for future home (KCTV-TV)
Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker heads to the IR with left knee injury (KDAF-TV)
Chiefs using research firm to tap into fanbase’s opinion on stadium (KDAF-TV)
Video shows burglary ‘related’ to Mahomes, Kelce cases (KDAF-TV)
Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker will reportedly miss Sunday’s game in Buffalo (KMBC-TV)
Week 11 Injury Report | Chiefs vs. Bills (Chiefs.com)
Chiefs-Bills matchup features coaches with long-lasting bond of mutual respect
‘Their relationship began in 1999, when Reid took over coaching the Eagles and McDermott joined the team as a scouting coordinator. The friendship endured Reid firing McDermott as Philadelphia’s defensive coordinator after the 2010 season, with McDermott calling it one of the most influential developmental points of his career.’
Unbeaten Chiefs travel to face Bills in matchup of AFC division leaders
‘Key matchup – Patrick Mahomes versus Josh Allen. Fasten in for a premier showdown between two of the NFL’s elite quarterbacks, which has traditionally played to expectations. In seven meetings, Mahomes is 4-3 while combining for 2,024 yards passing, with 15 touchdowns, five interceptions, plus 219 yards rushing with a TD and lost fumble. Allen has combined for 1,801 yards passing with 16 touchdowns and three interceptions, along with 393 yards rushing and four TDs with a lost fumble.’
Bills WR Amari Cooper optimistic about returning vs. Chiefs
‘Asked Thursday whether he thinks he’s heading towards playing on Sunday (4:25 p.m. ET, CBS), Cooper said, “Yeah, I do.”
Amari Cooper injury update: Bills WR says wrist 'definitely feeling better,' expects to play Chiefs in Week 11
‘”It felt good,” Cooper said. “Like I said, I don’t really feel pain or anything catching the ball. I’ve just got to get used to it — catching the ball with it.”‘
Bills vs. Chiefs in Week 11: Join The NFL Today live from Buffalo for matchup with Kansas City
‘Join Matt Ryan, Bill Cowher, Nate Burleson, James Brown and J.J. Watt — who may or may not jump through a table at a Bills Mafia tailgate — and CBS Sports NFL insider Jonathan Jones in Lot 6 at Highmark Stadium. The show will of course be broadcasted on CBS.’
Why battle between Bills' Josh Allen, Chiefs DC Steve Spagnuolo will decide marquee matchup
‘A primary reason Allen has been elite against the blitz is because he altered his play style. Instead of playing like a deep ball hunting scrambler, he has thrown the ball quicker and shorter than ever before. That has resulted in him starting 2024 on a seven-game streak without an interception, the longest streak without an interception by a Bills starting quarterback ever. Allen has only six turnovers in 10 games this season after having 14 in his first 10 games of 2023. It’s also worth noting Buffalo’s stability up front: they are only one of two teams to have the same offensive line starting five in every game of 2024, along with the San Francisco 49ers per CBS Sports Research, and they have the most offensive snaps played of any five-man offensive line combination. The lineup of left tackle Dion Dawkins, left guard David Edwards, center Connor McGovern, right guard O’Cyrus Torrence and right tackle Spencer Brown has 547 offensive snaps together.’
Bills' Josh Allen downplays game vs. Chiefs: 'No bigger and no less than the last 10 games that we've had'
‘”It’s a Week 11 game,” Allen said, via the team’s website. “It’s no bigger and no less than the last 10 games that we’ve had. I know the media perception and the fan perception of what this game means. But for us, it’s just a Week 11 for us.”‘
Bills may say goodbye to offensive coordinator Joe Brady after 2024 season
‘In spite of the Bills undergoing a ton of personnel changes, including trading Stefon Diggs and completely revamping their group of wide receivers, they currently rank third in the NFL in EPA per play and points per game while Josh Allen is an MVP candidate. Because of this, Brady could be gone after one year as the Bills’ play-caller, as he could be in line for a head coaching gig next season. Connor Orr of Sports Illustrated named Brady as one of the top 25 head coaching candidates for 2025 and beyond.’
Steelers star throws stray insult at Bills QB Josh Allen
‘That isn’t the only big game of the week, though. The Pittsburgh Steelers and Baltimore Ravens will write the next chapter in their own historic rivalry as they’ll clash for first place in the AFC North. Ahead of that, former Raven and current Steeler DeShon Elliott appeared on Marlon Humphrey’s Punch Line podcast to talk about a range of topics, where he threw a stray insult at Bills quarterback Josh Allen.’