‘Buffalo didn’t waste time adding depth to their defensive line following Hoecht going down, as the Bills have signed Phidarian Mathis to their active roster.’
BillsBeat - November 7, 2025
Is James Cook practicing Thursday? Latest injury update on Bills running back
‘Cook tweaked his ankle during the Week 9 win over the Kansas City Chiefs, but he was able to finish out the game. However, he started off this week as a non-participant, which immediately left his Week 10 status up in the air.’
Bills' James Cook gives huge 4-word update on injured ankle
‘“I’m ready to go,” Cook said on the Up & Adams Show. “Be out there when it’s time to play on Sunday.”’
Khalil Shakir reveals 'dirty' side to being a Bills WR
‘“I don’t know if it’s something, another part of the game that you develop, it’s what you do as a receiver that’s a part of being a receiver blocking,” Shakir said. “So, a lot of people may think playing wide is just catching the football. But that’s not how we do things here, we’re going to get our nose dirty in the run game. So, that’s huge part of it.”’
Bills newest fan favorite provides positive injury update ahead of Week 10
‘”Surgery went well,” Hoecht writes. “Huge s/o to Dr. ElAttrache for putting me back together. Best in the business. Thank you to everyone who reached out, road to return starts now DGBGGBGB.”‘
Bills vs. Dolphins will be decided by 1 thing
‘”The Bills are coming off an emotional victory over the Chiefs, while the Dolphins suffered another bad loss to the Ravens last Thursday,” Prisco writes. “This could be a spot for a letdown, but the Bills have owned the Dolphins in recent years, especially Josh Allen. That won’t change here as the Bills avoid a letdown. Bills big.”‘
James Cook, Joey Bosa, Taron Johnson return to practice
‘Running back James Cook (ankle) and defensive end Joey Bosa (wrist) both returned to the field after missing Wednesday’s session and were listed as limited participants on the team’s official injury report.’
'He's the defensive rookie of the year': teammates praise Buffalo Bills DT Deone Walker
‘“I’m gonna go ahead and say this one now because I don’t think he’s been getting enough recognition for it. I think Deone is the Defensive Rookie of the Year so far, you know what I mean?” Bills veteran defensive tackle Jordan Phillips said. “When he gets out there, people notice, you know, like he’s a big guy, but he’s athletic, he can run, he’s powerful. He’s everything you want in a nose tackle.”’
Today in Bills stadium history: Nov. 7
‘2004 — Bills 22, Jets 17 — Battling back from an 0-4 start in what would eventually become a winning ’04 campaign, Buffalo beat an opponent that was tied for the AFC East division lead with only one loss to that point getting to 3-5 midway through Mike Mularkey’s first season as coach. Willis McGahee rushed for 132 yards with a touchdown run on fourth down, and Drew Bledsoe threw a touchdown pass to rookie receiver Lee Evans on a 77-yard drive coming out of halftime to lead the Bills on a windy Sunday at The Ralph. Lawyer Milloy had an interception to set up a field goal. Chris Kelsay knocked Chad Pennington out of the game in the fourth quarter, and Jets backup Quincy Carter handed the ball off to Curtis Martin five yards deep in the end zone for a safety that boosted Buffalo’s lead. Offensive tackle Mike Williams was taken off the field in an ambulance after taking a hit to the head but avoided serious injury. Attendance was 72,574.’
Bills provide updated injury list ahead of Sunday's game in Miami
‘The Bills said that defensive end A.J. Epenesa (concussion), linebacker Shaq Thompson (hamstring), cornerback Christian Benford (groin), and defensive back Sam Franklin (illness) did not practice on Thursday.’
Bills vs. Dolphins | Weekly notes, quotes and stats before Week 9 matchup
‘Bills rookie DT Deone Walker has had a productive rookie season. Walker’s recorded seven tackles for loss in eight games and added a sack, fumble recovery and 18 tackles. This type of play hasn’t gone unnoticed. The Athletic’s Dane Brugler put him on his midseason All-Rookie Team.’
BillsBeat - November 6, 2025
Analysis: Brandon Beane is betting big the Bills have a championship roster
‘That criticism is going to be ramped up by a significant degree if the Bills don’t do what the general manager believes they can, which is win the Super Bowl. That’s a lofty bar to clear, but that’s how the franchise is measured these days.’
Bills' quiet deadline means defense's young players must ascend
‘The concerns echoed on social media and talk radio aren’t shared by the players inside the Bills’ locker room.’
Bills notes: James Cook dealing with ankle injury; Landon Jackson stays the course
‘Edge rushers Joey Bosa (wrist) and A.J. Epenesa (concussion), nickel cornerback Taron Johnson (groin), linebacker Shaq Thompson (hamstring) and defensive tackle DaQuan Jones (calf) did not practice.’
Jim Kubiak: Josh Allen, Bills played their best vs. Chiefs because of what they didn't do. Take a look
‘The biggest takeaway from this game, in my opinion, was getting an opportunity to touch the ceiling. What we saw was every player, including Allen, doing his job to the best of his ability. The team came together, much like they did against the Baltimore Ravens in an important Week 1 victory – but in this game, they did it more consistently and in a more physically dominant way.’