‘Hamlin’s harrowing ordeal was particularly personal for Boyd, who has a “big brother, little brother” relationship with Hamlin dating back to when Boyd hosted Hamlin on his official recruiting visit to Pittsburgh, their joint alma mater. Both players grew up in the greater Pittsburgh area. Both have remained active in their communities.’
BillsBeat - October 18, 2024
Friday's Tennessee Coverage
Tyler Boyd, Damar Hamlin’s long-time friendship at heart of Tennessee Titans vs Bills (Nashville Tennessean)
Tennessee Titans release Jamal Adams after signing veteran safety in July (Nashville Tennessean)
Titans release 3-time Pro Bowl safety Jamal Adams (AP)
Titans release safety Jamal Adams, honoring his request (ESPN)
Jamal Adams landing spots: Identifying logical destinations after Titans grant safety his release (CBS Sports)
2024 NFL trade rumors: Why Titans WR DeAndre Hopkins may stay put at deadline (CBS Sports)
Titans Part Ways With Veteran Safety Jamal Adams (TennesseeTitans.com)
It’s Bills Week: Quick Hits After Thursday’s Titans Practice (TennesseeTitans.com)
Adding Cooper among reasons Allen looks forward to 100th start, as Bills set to host Titans
‘“We all know about the story about where I came from, junior college and no offers and this and that,” Allen said, referring to his modest beginnings at California’s Reedley Community College before landing a scholarship at Wyoming.’
AFC East-leading Bills return home following 3 road games to host the Titans
‘Key matchup – Bills QB Josh Allen against the Titans defense. Tennessee has held its first five opponents to under 200 yards net passing facing the likes of rookie Caleb Williams, backup Malik Willis, Tyler Huntley and Joe Flacco. If the Titans can hold Allen below 200 yards net passing, it would be the first time this franchise has done that since the first six games of the 1975 season as the Houston Oilers.’
Amari Cooper says trade to Bills gives him 'blank canvas' to 'control your own destiny'
‘”As far as the way [Allen] plays, I mean, it’s phenomenal,” Cooper said. “Every time I turn on the television and watch him play, he plays with a lot of grit, a lot of hustle. He plays hard, and obviously he’s been one of the top quarterbacks in the game for a while now. So, just to be able to play with him and experience that in person, I think it’s going to be real cool.”‘
Bills send warning shot to veteran kicker with free agent signing ahead of Week 7 game vs. Titans
‘Bass is still the kicker in Buffalo, but he’s definitely on thin ice. Bills general manager Brandon Beane said that if he can find a better kicking option he’d have to at least consider it.’
Bills' Josh Allen Shared What He Likes the Most About Amari Cooper’s Game
‘”I think, the route running that he possesses, the ability to separate from defenders, I think his contested catch ability is through the roof,” Allen continued. “You throw that into a room with a guy like Keon (Coleman) and a guy like Mack Hollins, two other guys that are very good at contested catches. And then you have Khalil (Shakir) and Curtis (Samuel) underneath. Able to mix him around … Just getting him involved in this offense and just see what we can do with him.”‘
Former NBA stars interested in minority stake in Buffalo Bills
‘”Earlier this year, the Pegula family retained Allen & Company to explore the potential sale of a non-controlling, minority interest in the Bills. Since then, there has been a significant amount of interest, and our focus has been o finding the right partners for our organization. The process is on-going, and any potential investor cannot be confirmed or finalized until approved by the NFL.’
Bills getting healthier even with lengthy injury report
‘While Thursday’s injury report listed a whopping 16 players, just one player was listed as “did not practice”.’
Bills sign kicker Lucas Havrisik to practice squad
‘Havrisik played nine games with the Los Angeles Rams just this past season after being singed off the Cleveland Browns’ practice squad. In those nine contests, Havrisik converted 15-of-20 field goal attempts, with his longest kick coming from 52 yards out.’
'That's Amari Cooper': Buffalo Bills locker room excited about new weapon for offense
‘”When I got woken up and told the news, I was excited, I ain’t even going to sugarcoat it,” Shakir said with a smile. “Shoot, I said the same thing when I got drafted here and got the opportunity to work with Stef (Diggs), so I was like I’m hyped, you know, it’s the same thing getting to work with him.”‘
Buffalo Bills rookie WR Keon Coleman gaining knowledge from veteran defensive back
‘The addition of wide receiver Amari Cooper into the Buffalo Bills wide receiver room will only help in the development of rookie Keon Coleman. But even before Cooper got to Orchard Park, Coleman had defensive back Rasul Douglas to lean on.’
Bills sign kicker amid Tyler Bass struggles
‘Havrisik, 25, was undrafted out of Arizona. He played in nine games last season for the Rams, converting just 75.0% of field goals and 86.4% of extra points in his only NFL experience.’
Amari Cooper practices for first time with Bills amid 'first day of school' atmosphere
‘”I know him coming here is like, ‘Do I know anyone here that I’ve played with here? And if I don’t, then I don’t know anybody,’ ” Douglas said. “So it’s like, you’re kind of waiting for people to come up to you and introduce themselves to you so you feel like, alright, OK. … You’ve just to make him just feel welcome, at home. We preach family here so it should be good.”‘
Cooper’s new teammates excited to have him in Buffalo
‘“I was stoked. I’ve been fortunate to play with some pretty good receivers. Diggs, Gabe, Beasley and now him,” Shakir said of Cooper. “I’m excited to watch him in action and learn from him.”’