‘Winning follows him.’
BillsBeat - February 6, 2025
Postcards from New Orleans: Mardi Gras World delights, a flamingo-themed beer, turkey neck gumbo
‘I should have told y’all more yesterday about learning the application process for the Mardi Gras Krewes that I found out about at breakfast – it all put the parade floats into deeper perspective when I spent part of Tuesday night at Mardi Gras World, which was delightful. At Mardi Gras World, there were slushies called “Fly Piña Fly” and the “Threepeat-a-rita.” Great names. Even better food all around the place. I am still thinking about the turkey neck gumbo I had there.’
Around the Super Bowl: Prop bet; seen and heard; reporters' roundtable
‘$800,000: BetMGM Nevada announced that one customer has bet $800,000 straight up on Philadelphia to beat Kansas City. The Eagles are +110, which would equal a $1.68 million payout.’
5 moves the Buffalo Bills made in 2024 that they may regret
‘Samuel battled injuries all season and he could never find a defined role in the offense and counting the postseason he had just 37 receptions for 334 yards and three TDs. Obviously, the Bills were big on spreading the ball around, but Samuel was a big-time disappointment and the Bills are kind of stuck with him because the dead cap hit to cut him is $11 million for 2025.’
Bills' Dion Dawkins makes recruiting pitch to Browns' Myles Garrett: ‘Let’s win a Super Bowl’
‘Dawkins’ choice could happen as the pass-rusher recently requested a trade. Much like Dawkins, Garrett is also making his rounds on radio row. In an interview with Rich Eisen, Garrett reiterated that he wants to join a contender.’
Coaching Report Card: Bills need to replenish defensive talent before fairly assessing Bobby Babich
‘Bobby Babich is a version of McDermott with more outward emotion and a decade younger.’
Chiefs DT Chris Jones, a force of nature on the Bills' top rival, explains his deep respect for Buffalo
‘“Yeah. I love the Bills fans,” he said. “I wish the Bills’ organization the best. Absolutely respect their quarterback – I think he was the MVP this year. They’ve got a heck of a team, man. I absolutely respect their head coach.”’
Hailee Steinfeld Shares How Welcoming Buffalo's Been Since Getting Engaged to Josh Allen
‘”It’s so overwhelming how the city of Buffalo has embraced me,” Steinfeld said. “I’m so grateful, that is the most incredible place. I love it so much and the people in it. They are part of the main reason that it’s so special.”‘
Buffalo Bills star tells Myles Garrett to come to Buffalo to chase Super Bowl
‘”Myles Garrett, right now,” Dawkins said. “Come rock with us. Let’s win a Super Bowl.”‘
Opinion: 2025 State of the Bills: Quarterback
‘To do that, they’ll either need to restructure his deal once again (as they have the last few years) or sign an extension. That may be exactly what happens in order to get his salary more in-line with the best players in the league, and also allow more years to push some of that money down the road, lowering his cap hit.’
Bills fans across the country planning to boycott Super Bowl
‘“It was an easy decision to make because of the Chiefs making it again and we got screwed over in that football game,” said Slowinski. “My husband and I are just going to watch movies. Something upbeat that we enjoy, and then we’ll look at the results of the games when it’s over.”’
NFL Honors: Bills' Joe Brady is a finalist for AP Assistant Coach of the Year
‘The other nominees are Philadelphia Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio, Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores, former Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson, and former Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn.’
Bills' Josh Allen is among 5 finalists for AP Most Valuable Player
‘The other nominees are Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley, Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow, and Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff.’
NFL Honors: Bills' Hamlin is among 5 finalists for AP Comeback Player of the Year
‘The other nominees are Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow, Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold, Los Angeles Chargers running back J.K. Dobbins, and New England Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez.’
Keon Coleman’s jerseys retired by Opelousas Catholic
‘“It feels great, you know, coming back, feeling that electricity throughout the building and just, you know, coming back to where my stomping grounds was man and being appreciated by everybody and they coming out showing support. There’s no better feeling than that.” Coleman said.’