‘”Josh is a guy that we do believe in and we would definitely take a look at him later this offseason,” Beane said. “Right now, we’ll focus on our upcoming free agents, plus anybody we want to add, and then the draft. Generally, what I’ve done here is look at guys to extend once we get through the draft, see what our money is like, see how we could structure it to fit not only this year, but the years beyond.”‘
BillsBeat - February 25, 2021
Bills offseason questions: Do Bills need John Brown's speed on receiving corps?
‘Their fastest wideout, John Brown, has a contract that presents a salary-cap problem. Their second-fastest receiver, backup Isaiah McKenzie, is set to become a free agent.’
What Bills GM said about Dane Jackson could mean he’s in for promotion in 2021
‘This isn’t the first time Beane was complementary of Jackson this offseason. He made sure to mention the 24-year-old at his season-ending press conference in January, too.’
Playing Bills GM: J.J. Watt, Jonnu Smith get Buffalo to Super Bowl LVI (Full offseason free agency, draft plan)
‘This move is a bit tricky as it deals with move four, but Buffalo needs to bring in a veteran option that could start in the event that Buffalo cannot find a long-term right tackle option. Daryl Williams is likely to have multiple suitors in free agency so a return to the Bills is in doubt. If they cannot get Williams back, the team needs to find a veteran they feel can contribute if called into action. Rick Wagner, a recently released tackle, drew interest from Buffalo back in 2017. Another option would be Mike Remmers, someone Brandon Beane and Sean McDermott are familiar with from their time in Carolina.’
Josh Allen has third best odds to win 2021 NFL MVP
‘Allen [+1000], who finished second in MVP voting this past season, sits behind only Patrick Mahomes [+450] and Aaron Rodgers [+700] as the favorite to win the award in 2021-2022.’
BillsBeat - February 24, 2021
Bills offseason questions: Devin Singletary's dip leaves Bills plenty to consider
‘The emphasis on the pass and the pandemic undoubtedly had an impact on the Bills’ run-blocking efficiency. With no spring practice and a reduced training camp, the Bills didn’t work on the run game as much as the previous season.’
Bills LS joins Stefon Diggs in J.J. Watt recruitment
‘Now, long snapper Reid Ferguson seems to be taking his shot by taking another approach: Finding a common interest and building off of it. It seems Watt shares the same passion for Chelsea F.C. of the Premier League. Ferguson’s pitch? Let’s talk about Chelsea’s latest win over some wings.’
Bills' Gabriel Davis says he struggled to watch the Super Bowl: 'I feel like we should have been there'
‘”It was such a great room,” Davis said about Buffalo’s wide receiving corps. “That room was the tightest, I feel, in the whole NFL. I learned a lot of things from the guys in front of me. … These guys are different when it comes to playing receiver and I just tried to pick up everything that I could.”‘
JJ Watt's 'mitochondria' tweet sends Bills, Browns fans into free-agency theory frenzy
‘Still, that didn’t stop football-starved fans of several teams — including the Chargers, Bills, Browns and Lions — from taking to the tweet machine to try to draw conclusions from the one educational tweet sent by Watt.’
Opinion: Free agent, trade targets for the Bills at tight end
‘Amongst all NFL tight ends over the past two seasons, Henry ranks sixth in yards with 1,265, and seventh in receptions with 115. He’s also caught nine touchdown passes during that time frame.’
What would I do if I were J.J. Watt?
‘Bills: No team appears to be more “one superstar pass rusher away” than the Bills. Becoming the guy that put Buffalo over the top for its first Super Bowl win is incredibly appealing.’
Tag time in Buffalo? How the NFL tag system works
‘”This is a one-year tender of the average of the top five salaries at the player’s position over the last five years, or 120 percent of his previous salary, whichever is greater. The player can negotiate with other teams. The player’s current team has the right to match any offer or receive two first-round draft picks as compensation if he signs with another organization.”‘
BillsBeat - February 23, 2021
Bills offseason questions: Is now the time for Josh Allen to get a contract extension?
‘”The proactive teams try to sign their core players sooner rather than later,” Corry told The Buffalo News by phone. “Because the longer you wait, the more expensive it’s going to be.”‘
Taron Johnson earns playing-time bonus for next season
‘Due to the fact that he played more than 35% of the snaps over the past three years – he actually has played 54% of the snaps – his pay for 2021 will go up to $2.13 million. The website Overthecap.com published the list of the fourth-year players who qualified for the pay raises.’
With Scouting Combine canceled, Bills have had to adjust draft evaluation process
‘The combine has long been considered one of the most important weeks of the offseason and what makes it so valuable is that it brings together approximately 330 of the top draft-eligible college players to one place, where everything is apples to apples.’
Bills’ Gabriel Davis couldn’t stomach watching Super Bowl LV
‘“That’s our standard, obviously, now,” Davis told the Orlando Sentinel. “We set the standard and we’re playing to be above that standard every single year,” Davis said. “So our guys are going to get back to work and we’re going to be ready to go, and hopefully we get a big one next year.”’
2021 NFL free agents by tiers: Top 50 Buffalo Bills targets
‘According to the latest report, the cap is expected to land between $182-183 million. If that figure holds it would mean the Buffalo Bills sit just underneath the salary cap limit. Spotrac.com has the Bills at $181.39 million and there are plenty of their own free agents set to hit the market.’
Why another NFL analyst thinks Watt is a perfect fit in Buffalo
‘Schrager said on Monday morning, “I think the perfect fit for @JJWatt is the @BuffaloBills. They’re Super Bowl ready, he’s still got great football left, and he’s a perfect fit for that team and market right now. Get the ring. Enjoy some wings.”‘
BillsBeat - February 22, 2021
Clean Bills of health: Buffalo ranked fifth in fewest starters lost to injury
‘The Bills had the healthiest starting lineup in the league in 2019. They lost the fourth fewest games by starters to injury in 2018, and they tied for ninth in fewest games lost in McDermott’s first season in 2017, according to News figures.’
J.J. Watt: Picking new team like choosing restaurant on DoorDash
‘Watt replied: “I scroll through door dash for like an hour before I pick a restaurant man… You’re gonna have to give me a second to choose a new team and city,” Watt tweeted.’
How Bills helped Ron Rivera, Washington Football Team’s rebuild in 2020
‘“I asked Brandon and Sean, ‘When you guys came in, what was the idea?’” Rivera told Jhabvala. “It all starts with coming in and saying, ‘Hey, this is what we want to accomplish, this is what we want to do, this is what we want to be,’ and then finding out who shares that same vision.””
Why Doordash and J.J. Watt have more in common than we thought
‘Watt tweeted out on Sunday his decision making in terms of takeout and choosing what new to team to go to has the same thorough process.’
10 best Bills at the position they play
‘Tough and smart. Separation and hands. Ego free with an edge. Maybe I should have had Beasley higher on my list. It’s hard to find a slot receiver that is better than Beasley.’
BillsBeat - February 21, 2021
Bills position series: Star Lotulelei's return creates numbers game at DT
‘The Bills kept five defensive tackles on the roster in 2020. Lotulelei gives them six under contract, which means someone will be an odd man out, probably before the free agency period opens on March 17.’
Bills Mailbag: When looking at AFC threats, QB comparison favors Bills
‘The great thing for Buffalo’s outlook is a perspective that was foreign to Bills Mafia for the past 25 years. Ask yourself: Which AFC teams have the advantage over the Bills at quarterback? The answer is just one: Kansas City.’
Bills or Browns? J.J. Watt’s latest tweet has fans thinking pass-rusher is dropping hints at next destination
‘The Bills Mafia, however, noted all of the blue and red in the photo.’
Bills rookie Gabriel Davis proud to represent Sanford, strives to reach Super Bowl
‘“It was a great experience. A lot of the guys on the team said that I don’t know how blessed I am to go as far as we did,” Davis said. “But I feel like I do know how blessed I am. I had a great group of guys and a lot of people aren’t blessed with the opportunity I had, so it was great.”’
Stay or Go : Bills offensive line
‘But just because the Bills line is better does not mean they are satisfied.’
Rating the rookies: CB Dane Jackson
‘Jackson didn’t consistently play this season but when we was out on the field he took advantage of his opportunities.’
5 things to watch for as NFL teams build rosters in the 2021 offseason
‘”We anticipate Drew Brees retiring and Jameis Winston figures to be the new fit in New Orleans. Sam Darnold and the Jets is the most fascinating. New coaching staff, his team around him wasn’t very good, but they’re going into the fourth year of his contract and they have to make a big financial decision. They’re sitting at number two in the draft and they really like the quarterbacks. I think it’ll be Zack Wilson from BYU, so do they restart the clock with Wilson and trade Sam Darnold? Where would that be? I think San Francisco could be a spot for Sam. That could send Jimmy Garoppolo back to New England. Or might a Deshaun Watson trade to San Francisco send Garoppolo back to Houston? There’s a lot that could go on.”‘
BillsBeat - February 20, 2021
Bills position series: Upgrading edge rusher high offseason priority
‘In the 2020 season, the Bills had only 13.5 sacks from edge rushers. That was 35.5% of the team total, which ranked last in the NFL. Mario Addison, in his first season with Buffalo, tied for the team lead with linebacker A.J. Klein with five.’
AP Source: Buffalo Bills LB Matt Milano To Test Free Agency
‘Milano is projected to be among the top linebackers available on the market, and the Bills are currently estimated to have only $3 million available under a salary cap that is dropping due to revenue losses incurred during the coronavirus pandemic.’
Bills' Matt Milano to test free agency, linebacker's tenure in Buffalo likely coming to a close, per report
‘The Bills are looking at an estimated $3 million in cap space this offseason with the reported minimum salary cap being set by the league at $180 million. That’s down from the $198 million last year and one of the main reasons why Buffalo is just one of many clubs needing to either make players on the roster cap casualties and cut them or simply let them walk because they can’t afford them.’
Report: Matt Milano will test free agency
‘This past season saw Milano dealing with some injuries, including a hamstring injury and a partially torn pectoral muscle. However, he still managed a productive season with 45 combined tackles, four tackles for loss, nine quarterback hits, 3.5 sacks and an interception in 10 games played.’
Report: Free agent linebacker Matt Milano to test open market
‘Milano, 26, has played 54 games for the Buffalo Bills across four seasons, after the team drafted him 163rd overall in the 2017 NFL Draft.’
Report: Milano to test free agency
‘Meaning Milano can now check in with any of the other 31 NFL teams to see what they’ll pay for his talents.’
Bills in unfamiliar spot in terms of salary cap
‘But since the Sean McDermott and Brandon Beane era began, we know these are not the same old Bills and their cap space is another indicator.’
Rating the rookies: WR Isaiah Hodgins
‘With basically a year to get healthy it’s expected for Hodgins to compete for playing time next season.’
BillsBeat - February 19, 2021
Bills’ pursuit of Watt: a dream and its reality
‘Buffalo has less than $4 million in projected salary cap space based on an estimated total of $185 million this coming season.’
Bump of NFL's cap floor doesn't change belt-tightening picture for Bills
‘The Bills currently are $3.86 million under a cap of $185 million for 2021, according to Spotrac.com. That counts $3.77 million in unused space from 2020 that the Bills rolled over into the coming year.’