‘The Buffalo Bills have been dealing with injuries seemingly every week of the 2024 season. Linebacker Matt Milano suffered a biceps injury ahead of the season, and isn’t expected to return until at least December. On top of that, star nickel cornerback Taron Johnson missed over a month with an arm injury, and Terrel Bernard suffered a pectoral injury in Week 2 against the Dolphins that caused him to miss time. Now, Bernard will be on the shelf.’
BillsBeat - October 26, 2024
Terrel Bernard out Sunday; Bills place DeWayne Carter on IR
‘Bernard was officially declared out by head coach Sean McDermott on Friday with an ankle injury suffered in last Sunday’s 34-10 win over the Tennessee Titans at Highmark Stadium.’
McDermott excited to see Cooper more involved
‘”He’s a pro, and usually when you make it this far in one’s career, you’re doing something right,” said Bills head coach Sean McDermott during his weekly appearance during the “Extra Point Show” on Friday. “That goes back to the process, and the willingness to put in more time. I think that work ethic is part of the reason why he’s been in the league and been as successful as he’s been over the years. That’s going to continue as we move forward here, and anxious and excited to see where that leads us this week and into the future weeks here.”‘
Opinion: Off to the Emerald City
‘Metcalf is a big reason why Seattle quarterback Geno Smith leads the league with 1,985 passing yards over his first seven games. The former New York Jets quarterback has thrown for eight touchdowns and been intercepted six times.’
Buffalo Bills wide receiver Amari Cooper says he and Josh Allen have some 'natural chemistry'
‘”I’m trying to get as much time as possible with him talking about little nuisances in our game plan. Things I lie to see and vice versa,” Allen said. “His professionalism is through the roof, he’s easy to talk to about what he likes and I’m excited to see what we can do.”‘
Bills LB Terrel Bernard ruled out vs. Seahawks
‘McDermott said on Wednesday that Bernard was day to day with an ankle injury sustained in last week’s win against the Tennessee Titans. He missed two games with a pectoral muscle strain earlier this season.’
Bills place rookie DT DeWayne Carter on IR
‘Bills coach Sean McDermott said Carter requires surgery to repair a wrist injury. He’s eligible to return for Buffalo’s game against San Francisco on Dec. 1, following the Bills bye weekend off.’
Carucci Take 2: Josh Allen’s efficiency will be tested when Bills face the Seahawks
‘The fact he has taken such great care of the ball, though, has gotten largely overlooked. Yet, it’s a major factor in the Bills’ 5-2 start and will likely continue to have plenty to do with their quest to be a serious postseason contender. For Allen, it’s a significant turnaround from last season, when he threw a career-high 18 interceptions, which was second-most in the league behind Sam Howell. Allen went only three games without a pick in 2023.’
Bills place rookie DT DeWayne Carter on Injured Reserve
‘Head coach Sean McDermott said Carter is dealing with a wrist injury that will require surgery.’
Buffalo Bills injury report at Seahawks | Week 8
‘LB Terrel Bernard (ankle), DT DeWayne Carter (wrist) and WR Curtis Samuel (pectoral) will not be available to play in Week 8.’
BillsBeat - October 25, 2024
Inside the Bills: Meet DJ Mangas, the assistant coach who helped Amari Cooper so quickly get up to speed
‘“That was probably the single differentiating factor in why I was able to pick up the game plan so fast, just putting in the extra time with him inside of here,” Cooper said. “Him going over it and over it and over it. Him being a good teacher in that regard, putting it in a way that I can understand it. It’s been huge for my progress.”’
Bills notebook: Buffalo still without Terrel Bernard at Thursday practice; Von Miller returns to facility
‘For a second straight day, Buffalo Bills linebacker Terrel Bernard (ankle/pectoral/personal) did not practice Thursday, casting doubt as to whether Bernard will be available for their next game at Sunday at Seattle.’
PlayAction column: What can the Bills expect in Seattle? Yet another Ravens-style defense
‘“The last couple teams we’ve played run very similar systems, kind of from the same tree,” quarterback Josh Allen said on Wednesday. “Obviously they have their own nuances and their own game plans. But in terms of a base game plan, it’s very similar. Again, no easy task. It’s a tough defense, and that’s why you see a lot of them out there, this type of defense we’re playing.”’
Bills defense has their hands full with NFL passing leader Geno Smith, Seahawks offense
‘The last time Geno Smith threw a pass against the Buffalo Bills, Doug Marrone was in his final year as head coach. Rex Ryan was still coaching the New York Jets.’
How Leslie Frazier is helping the Seahawks get ready for Buffalo | Notebook
‘“We had good times together and they didn’t want me to step away when I stepped away,’’ he said. “I just thought it was the right thing to do for me and where I was at that time. We (he and McDermott) have a good relationship. I have a good relationship with a lot of guys on their staff and ownership and everybody.’’’