‘The players’ gestures have drawn a wide range of responses online, from applause to condemnation.’
BillsBeat - September 17, 2021
PlayAction: Bills must contend with upgraded Miami WR corps
‘The big addition is the No. 6 overall pick in the draft, Jaylen Waddle, Tagovailoa’s former college teammate at Alabama.’
To keep up with Miami, Bills defense needs to force turnovers
‘No team has been blessed more often in that category than the Dolphins, who are riding an active streak of 23 games with a takeaway. The next longest active streak is eight, tied between three teams. The Miami defense forcing a late turnover led to the Week 1 win over the Patriots.’
View from Vegas: Dolphins' post-New England letdown trend could benefit Bills
‘Miami is also famous for post-Patriots letdowns, just 2-11 against the spread since 2013, including 0-5 against the spread when coming off a win against New England. A lot of trends converging in favor of the Bills, so we’ll fade the Fish.’
Voice of the Fan: Steelers steal the thunder against Bills
‘But the Bills squandered the opening salvo, the Steelers held, and three hours later had stolen all the thunder.’
Josh Allen has been unstoppable in his last five starts against Miami
‘Since that day, Allen has played five games against the Dolphins. The Bills have won them all, have averaged 39.4 points per game, and Allen has completed 64.4% of his passes for an average of 259 yards with 17 touchdowns and just four interceptions. He also has 340 yards rushing and three TDs.’
Bills’ Emmanuel Sanders not ‘losing sleep’ over missed deep ball from Josh Allen
‘“I could go out there with a quarterback I’d never caught a pass from and we could complete that 500 times, or we could miss it 500 times. To me, it’s just we didn’t connect,” Sanders said. “I don’t lose sleep at night over it. I’m looking forward to Miami. I’m looking forward to going out, making more plays and getting the W, and getting this bad taste out of our mouths.”’
Dolphins’ opportunistic defense seeks rare success against Josh Allen, Bills offense
‘“You’ve got to line up against five guys,” Howard responded. “They’ve got Emmanuel Sanders, Cole Beasley, Gabriel Davis, Isaiah McKenzie. You’ve got the quarterback [Josh Allen] also. There’s a lot that they have. It’s going to be a tough battle. You just have to be prepared for it. He can extend plays, run the ball, everything. There’s a lot of stuff that they do well.”’
Friday's Miami Coverage
Dolphins’ opportunistic defense seeks rare success against Josh Allen, Bills offense (Miami Herald)
What Xavien Howard said teams are trying to do. And an update on Fuller’s Dolphins absence (Miami Herald)
Dolphins TE Mike Gesicki keeps positive mindset over lack of playing time, blocking concerns (South Florida Sun Sentinel)
With Raekwon Davis sidelined, Dolphins lean on John Jenkins for veteran leadership (South Florida Sun Sentinel)
Dolphins WR Will Fuller, who’s expected to make season debut Sunday vs. Bills, missed Thursday’s practice (South Florida Sun Sentinel)
‘Aggressive’ Tua Tagovailoa opted to pass with Pats game in balance (Palm Beach Post)
Miami Dolphins’ Mike Gesicki after 3 target, 0 catch game: ‘We got a win.’ (Palm Beach Post)
You probably would never guess the player Xavien Howard grew up trying to emulate (Palm Beach Post)
Dolphins receiver Will Fuller does not practice while tending to personal matter (Palm Beach Post)
Dolphins come out to wash up a painful Bills affront (El Nuevo Herald)
Welcome back: Fuller set to make his awaited Dolphins’ debut (AP)
First Place AFC East Miami Dolphins Heat Up Rivalry Against Bills On Sunday (WFOR-TV)
Bills, Dolphins Agree: Their Recent History Doesn't Matter
‘“It’s not a grudge match or nothing like that,” Dolphins defensive tackle Christian Wilkins said. “Yeah, it’s a division game so it’s important, and it’s the most important game of the year because it’s the next one. But we’re just going to have to prepare well. You can’t think about anything else except the task at hand.”’
Bills Trying For A 6th Consecutive Victory Over Dolphins
‘The Bills are looking for a sixth consecutive win over Miami, something Buffalo has done only once before — spanning October 1987 through October 1989.’
Gabriel Davis returns to Thursday's practice
‘Davis was officially listed as “limited” along with defensive tackle Star Lotulelei (calf) and safety Micah Hyde (neck).’
Josh Allen, Stefon Diggs are cover boys for Sports Illustrated Kids' 'BFF' issue
‘The superstar tandem are on the cover of SI Kids’ “BFF issue,” posing earnestly with each other. They’re also featured in a full-page photo shoot.’
Josh Allen, Stefon Diggs appear on latest cover of 'Sports Illustrated Kids' for 'The BFF Issue'
‘7 Eyewitness News has reached out both to Wegmans and Tops about when these magazines will be available in stores locally.’
Josh Allen, Stefon Diggs grace cover of “BFF” issue of Sports Illustrated Kids
‘QB Josh Allen and WR Stefon Diggs are “cheesing” for the BFF issue of the kids mag, with the caption “these Bills buddies have Buffalo dreaming big!”’
Sanders not losing sleep over Allen's overthrown deep ball against Steelers
‘“I’m looking forward to Miami. I’m looking forward to going out making more plays, and getting the win, and getting this bad taste our of our mouths. One thing about the NFL: When you lose, you feel you’re never going win again, and when you win, you’re never going lose again.”’
Carucci Take2: Josh Allen, Bills take valuable lessons into Miami game
‘The Dolphins undoubtedly took note of the Steelers’ defensive game plan. Can they duplicate it? Maybe, though it’s more likely they’ll stick to what they do best, which involves a fair amount of blitzing and a great deal of disguising of fronts and coverages. Brian Flores, the Dolphins’ coach, is a former New England defensive assistant. He pretty much sticks to the philosophy he absorbed from Patriots coach Bill Belichick.’
Bills' Allen, Diggs featured on Sports Illustrated Kids magazine cover
‘According to the Bills, the article showcases the duo’s friendship and the value of teamwork. The magazine is available to purchase at local newsstands.’
Bills fans voted the 2nd rowdiest NFL fans
‘Bills fans have been named the second most rowdiest NFL fans, according to a survey by the Bookies.com. The survey found that they are known for damaging property, being too loud and drinking too much.’
Josh Allen staying focused ahead of Dolphins matchup
‘”We’re past this, you know, we’ve got a 24-hour rule here,” Allen said. “Win or lose, we have to turn our attention toward the next week so that’s what we’re doing. Like I said, we learned a lot of things from the tape this last week and, you know, we’re looking forward to applying it to the game field Sunday. From what we see on film they’re a really well-coached team and they’ve got some good players. Ultimately, we’ve got to find a way to move the ball and score.”‘
Why Bills rookie Greg Rousseau is excited to play in Miami again
‘Rousseau was born in Coconut Creek, Florida which is 24 miles north of Hard Rock Stadium – where the Dolphins currently play. Rousseau then attended the University of Miami where he played his home games in Hard Rock Stadium. Four of his 15.5 sacks that Rousseau had during his 2019 collegiate season took place in Hard Rock. The Bills rookie pass rusher is looking forward to heading back to a place that he has many fond memories of.’
BillsBeat - September 16, 2021
Mark Gaughan: Josh Allen's mastery of Miami puts fire in AFC East rivalry
‘Allen is 5-1 vs. Miami, with five straight wins, and the Bills have averaged 39 points per game the last five games.’
Buffalo Bills stay balanced after loss to Steelers
‘“I think it’s something that just echoed,” Diggs said. “You get so caught up in the moment and you’ll be like, ‘Damn, this sucks. We’re not playing as well as we want to. We’re not doing the things.’ And it’s just like, take a moment to really take in the fact that, yes it’s the first game, yes it’s this (mistake) – and it’s not excuses. This is real life stuff. So as far as it being football, watch the tape.”’
Bills have ninth oldest roster in NFL; Tampa Bay is the oldest
‘The Bills’ average age is 26.4 years, according to a Buffalo News survey of the opening-day rosters of the 32 NFL teams. That’s only slightly higher than the league average of 26.06 years.’
Among several issues for the Bills was a lack of red zone success against Steelers
‘“Yeah, that’s the game, right there,” offensive coordinator Brian Daboll said. “There’s plays here and there throughout the game that you’re gonna hit, you’re gonna miss. But 1-for-4 in the red zone, we’re down there and we’re settling. That’s hard to win a game, particularly against a defense like that.”’
Josh Allen, Stefon Diggs explain how Bills offense plans to bounce back vs. Dolphins
‘“I feel like I could have played a better game, I feel like I could have played faster,” he revealed Wednesday after the Bills wrapped up their first practice of the week in preparation for the Miami Dolphins on the road Sunday. “I feel like I was thinking a little bit, so for me what does that tell me to do. I guess get in the lab a little bit more, study a little bit more, have more confidence in what I’m doing, and play faster.’
Buffalo Bills are Super Bowl frauds, says ESPN analyst
‘“I’m concerned with both, right?,” said Scott. “Because I believe right now they’re a little fraudulent. Listen, both of these teams and organizations were sold to us as Super Bowl contenders. As people that could maybe knock the Kansas City Chiefs off the top of the mountaintop. And then when I look at what’s happening and I look at what happened…”’
Thursday's Miami Coverage
After showing potential in two drives, Dolphins offense looking for more versus Bills (Miami Herald)
Fuller eager for Dolphins debut. And on Marino’s birthday, Tua expresses appreciation (Miami Herald)
Between Dan Marino’s advice and Will Fuller’s return, Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa will look to ‘let it fly’ (South Florida Sun Sentinel)
On verge of NFL return, Dolphins’ Will Fuller reflects on Randy Moss’ impact (Palm Beach Post)
After COVID-19 recovery, Dolphins’ Austin Jackson expresses gratitude for vaccine (Palm Beach Post)
‘Pick a guy and let it fly’: Tua Tagovailoa shares wisdom of philosopher Dan Marino, 60 (Palm Beach Post)
After the victory against the Pats, the Dolphins ready to surprise this season (El Nuevo Herald)
Dolphins’ Austin Jackson: ‘The vaccine definitely helped’ (AP)
Roster Moves: Dolphins Activate TE Adam Shaheen (MiamiDolphins.com)
Instagram star’s attempt to smash Bills tailgate table doesn’t go well
‘Viral videos show Vance failing to collapse a tailgate table using her bodyweight — after leaping off the bed of a pickup truck. She landed butt-down on the table and proceeded to slide off, while laughing.’
How Janet Benjamins Became a Buffalo Bills Fan
‘“For two days afterwards, I could barely talk,” Benjamins says. “I don’t think I’ll ever be lucky enough to be at another game that exciting.”’
Bills' Allen Puts Jitters Aside To Focus On Facing Dolphins
‘“The best way to cure that is to go out there and execute and play how we know we can play football,” he added. “Yeah, we’re hungry.”’
Bills' Beasley, Ferguson offer to buy away game tickets for fans upset by vaccine requirement
‘Beasley and Ferguson replied to fans on Twitter who were expressing their frustrations with the new rules and offered to buy them tickets to an away game.’
Bills Executive says season ticket holders looking for refund has been "minimal"
‘We’ve heard from many longtime season ticket holders who tell us the Bills went too far. Many telling 7 Eyewitness News they don’t understand why there isn’t an option to test-out.’
Buffalo Bills 'block parties' to return to Chippewa in Downtown Buffalo
‘The “block party” is a plan that was developed by Chippewa businesses in partnership with the City of Buffalo during the Bills playoff run last season. It allowed the bars and restaurants to host a socially distant outdoor viewing parties while COVID-19 restrictions were in place. The block parties will be for those 21 and older.’
GOP county lawmaker vows to veto public dollars for new Bills stadium if vaccine rules remain in place
‘“I don’t represent vaccinated and non-vaccinated persons, I was elected to represent people. All people,” Erie County Legislator Frank Todaro said in a statement. “I personally am vaccinated. It was the right decision for me. It is not the right decision for everyone and I respect that. I do not like the path we are heading down as a society, and as a legislator, I cannot support it. I will not support tax dollars to build a new stadium if rules remain in place that only certain people can use it. If everyone is paying for it, everyone should be able to use it,” he added.’
Bills QB Josh Allen has dominated the Dolphins in six career games vs. Miami
‘Not that he doesn’t have that juice every week but he’s always played very well against Miami. In six career games against the Dolphins, he’s thrown 17 touchdown passes and just four interceptions. He’s also had three rushing touchdowns as well in those games. Allen is 5-1 all-time against Miami and three of those performances earned him the title of AFC Offensive Player of the Week.’
Bills Injury Report: September 15th
‘DE Mario Addison (vet rest)…WR Cole Beasley (vet rest).’
Beasley, Ferguson offer to buy away game tickets for unvaccinated fans
‘Beasley replied, saying “If you find an away game you are able to go to, then I will buy the tickets for you guys.” The wide receiver then asked for their names and other information to “figure out the best way to make it happen.”’
Chippewa Street hosting “Buffalo Bills Block Parties” throughout regular season
‘Mayor Brown made the announcement this morning after talking about last season saying, “Play-Offs on the Patio on Chippewa Street was a big hit with Bills fans and great for the businesses along Chippewa Street. So my Administration worked with the Chippewa Events, Inc. to approve special event permits for a series of four Buffalo Bills Block Parties.”’
‘I finally decided to get it’: Some Bills fans getting vaccinated to attend games
‘“I almost feel a little forced just because it’s gonna start out with this football game then it’s gonna be you can’t do nothing fun unless you’re vaccinated,” he said. “I’m not gonna not go to Bills games. If they make the Super Bowl and I’m sitting here not vaccinated I can’t do anything.”’