‘“I think there is a chemistry there that’s been born,” McDermott said on Monday. “Is it complete? Probably not, and they would probably tell you that. There’re still working through some things, as you saw in the game yesterday. And I think that’ll continue to grow. I think the great part about it is Josh, and we’ve all seen it, he’s going to the receiver that he should go to. He’s going through his progression, so whether it’s Amari, in this case, or Mack (Hollins) or whomever.’
BillsBeat - December 11, 2024
HEARTS Act spurred by Damar Hamlin unanimously passes Senate
‘On Tuesday, the United States Senate voted unanimously to pass the HEARTS Act, a bill that will help put automated external defibrillators in schools and make CPR training more accessible, among other things. The bill now needs to be signed by President Biden to become law.’
Josh Allen Has Forever Changed Buffalo, On and Off the Field
‘But what pushed Allen over the edge for NFL Player of the Year is his relationship with the community of Buffalo and, in particular, the Children’s Hospital where Allen is a regular visitor, fundraiser and cheerleader. He is in the hospital at least a few times per season.’
Buffalo Bills make NFL history in most embarrassing of ways in loss to Rams
‘The Bills scored six touchdowns on offense and didn’t turn the ball over. Teams that have done that throughout the Super Bowl era were 245-0 entering Sunday – the Bills were the first team to score six touchdowns, not turn the ball over, and lose, per Dante Koplowitz-Fleming on X.’
Bills' $68 million mistake is coming back to haunt them
‘Ed Oliver was given a four-year, $68 million deal ahead of the 2023 season, and he had a very strong season coming off that contract. The former first-round pick had a career-high 9.5 sacks in 2023 and looked poised to build off that in 2024. Unfortunately, the season Oliver is currently having does not back up the contract he is playing on. He has just eight solo tackles this season and one sack. He’s on pace for a career low in total tackles and sacks, and that lack of impact has hurt the Bills when it comes to stopping the run and getting interior pressure in the pass game.’
Dion Dawkins teams up with West Herr for first ever 'Shnowman Express'
‘The Showman Express Dawkins gives children from the most vulnerable areas in WNY a chance to have a once in a life time Christmas, with Dawkins acting as “Santa.” In total, over 500 kids received gifts.’
'Giving is the best': Buffalo Bills' Dion Dawkins hands out hundreds of holiday gifts around Buffalo
‘Children were called up to receive their gifts from Dawkins and Ingam at the Buffalo Federation of Neighborhood Centers.’
'Help us where you left us': Community voices concerns at first public hearing on new Bills stadium
‘Many at the meeting are calling for the Community Benefits Oversight Committee to take action to make a Bills game accessible for everyone.’
‘Come help us’: Residents speak at public hearing for Bills’ community investment
‘“We’re making sure that we’re listening and we’re hearing,” said Penny Semaia, vice president of stadium relations. “We’re putting actions in motion and giving opportunities to help people.”’
'Impact the next generation' | Damar Hamlin teams up with Senator Schumer to champion AED Bill
‘”Since experiencing cardiac arrest, I’ve been honored to work with partners who understand how important it is to provide CPR education and have access to AEDs to save lives,” Hamlin said. “I’m very grateful to Senator Schumer for his work making his common-sense legislation a priority. My journey has shown us that no one expects cardiac arrest to happen- and we all need to be prepared. Working together, we have the chance now to protect kids and impact the next generation. I hope that every Senator will lend their support for this bill and that my experience with cardiac arrest will help lead to lasting change.”‘
BillsBeat - December 10, 2024
Upon Further Review: With 14 targets against the Rams, it's clear Amari Cooper has Josh Allen's trust
‘Cooper led the Bills with 14 targets, more than doubling his previous high of five targets in his five games with the team since coming over in a trade with the Cleveland Browns in October. Cooper finished with six catches against the Rams for 95 yards, both of which are his best in a game for the Bills. His six catches were the most by a Bills receiver, and his 95 yards trailed only Khalil Shakir’s 106 yards on five catches for most on the team against Los Angeles.’
DeWayne Carter returns to defensive line rotation for Bills in loss to Rams
‘The rookie third-round draft choice played 24 snaps during the team’s 44-42 loss to the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium. That was 31% of the defensive total. Carter made his return to the lineup after missing five games with a wrist injury suffered in Week 7 against Tennessee.’
Position grades: Bills' defense sinks in third-down ranking after loss to Rams
‘Buffalo allowed the Rams to convert 11 of 15 third-down chances in Sunday’s 44-42 loss. The Bills ranked 19th on third downs last year, allowing 38.6% conversions, but they were in the top 10 in both 2022 and 2021.’
Joe Brady watch: Playing from behind, Bills rolled with three wides
‘The Bills leaned on their three-receiver personnel group against the Los Angeles Rams. It was no surprise given the fact tight ends Dalton Kincaid and Quintin Morris both missed the game due to injury. And since the Bills were playing from behind most of the game, going with 11 personnel probably was going to be the major group, regardless of injuries. The rushing numbers out of 11 personnel were very good, but it was because of quarterback Josh Allen, who ran six times for 80 of the 100 yards from that set. The passing production was outstanding, too, despite the absence of Kincaid and injured wide receiver Keon Coleman.’
Bills' Damar Hamlin teams up with Senate leader Schumer to pass lifesaving AED law
‘“I was blessed to be surrounded by medical professionals who knew how to perform CPR and had an AED,” Hamlin said to an audience that included about three dozen Cheektowaga fifth graders, Cheektowaga student athletes and nurses from Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center dressed in scrubs and Bills T-shirts and jerseys. “And I’m here today because they saved my life.”’