‘But he admitted, “I always keep my mind fresh at quarterback. Like they say, you’re one play away … especially this week. That’s the way I always prepare.”‘
Archives for December 12, 2017
Rick Dennison’s first season as offensive coordinator hasn’t gone according to plan
‘Whether it’s been a lack of execution or play calling that has fluctuated from painfully conservative to strangely aggressive, Dennison’s first season with the Bills has been tumultuous.’
Jerry Sullivan: Scoreboard watching after a snowy Bills win
‘In the case of a two-way tie at 9-7, the Bills would beat the Chiefs on head-to-head and lose to the Chargers. So you don’t even know who to root against at this point, because it depends on what happens with other teams — including the Titans, who are in play at 8-5.’
Bills Notebook: Sean McDermott (sort of) explains punt, Matt Milano named starter
‘”So field position felt like, when you look at how the game was trending with both offenses trying to come out from the shadows of their own goal posts in times leading up to that point in the game,” he said. “You look at where we were on the field, and how overtime works with points and deciding a game. A lot of things that went into that decision. In this case, it worked out, and I would do it again.’
McDermott: Tyrod day-to-day, Peterman still in concussion protocol
‘Before the Colts game, McDermott said Taylor would be the starter if both quarterbacks were healthy. He reaffirmed that statement for Miami but complimented Peterman’s performance in snowy and low-visibility conditions.’
What He Said: Bills coach McDermott on the OT punt, crazy weather, playoffs
‘Q: With the uncertainty with Nathan, Tyrod, any plans on bringing in another quarterback this week? A: Brandon [Beane] and I talk a lot throughout every week and this week will be no different. We will talk more about that later on, but the way things stand right now, we feel confident with the guys we have on our roster.’
What They Said: Bills coordinators on dealing with the snow
‘Well, the game-plan got diminished when we started the game. It was a little harder to do some of the things footing wise, and just execution wise. We started with some motions, we even tried to throw those out because [of the] timing of that. With Joe, it really did kind of the same thing. He knows the concepts that we were running and David [Culley] had him abreast while Nathan [Peterman] was out there anyway. He was working with David, so he wasn’t so much reducing it anymore. We have trust in Joe.’
Mark Gaughan’s Film Breakdown: Shady is a snow beast
‘The game was sixth-highest rushing total of McCoy’s career. McCoy’s career high of 217 yards for Philadelphia against Detroit in 2013 also came in a snowstorm. The field in Philadelphia that day was fully covered in snow but it was not up to the shins, as it was at New Era Field.’
Bills Day After: Wild-card visibility remains low
‘Those numbers, of course, do not factor what the chances would be if tight end Logan Thomas needs to play quarterback.’
Three up, three down following Buffalo’s Week 14 win over Colts
‘Here’s a simple way of looking at it: The Bills don’t control their own destiny. Even if they were to win out, they would need help to reach the playoffs because the Chargers, Titans and Ravens could do the same thing and get in over Buffalo. For now, the best advice would be to enjoy Sunday’s win for what it was – an unforgettable game and day at New Era Field.’
Sean Kirst: After Bills pulled out victory, they pushed drivers free of snow
‘A group of Bills, tall silhouettes in the backlit mist, had hustled out of the restaurant to help her, the same thing they’d been doing for many customers for at least a solid hour. Manning recognized center Eric Wood, punter Colton Schmidt, long snapper Reid Ferguson, tackle Dion Dawkins, guard Ryan Groy and tackle Conor McDermott, who stands 6-foot-8.’
Bruce Andriatch: The most memorable Bills game I have ever (sort of) seen
‘”Who’s in white?” I asked a guy in front of me, who was wearing a Santa Claus coat. “The Colts … I think,” he replied. “Who has the ball?” “We do. I think.” “Has anyone tried to throw a pass yet?” “I’m not really sure.”‘
CBS’ Dedes, Archuleta and Tasker perform admirably in ‘bananas’ snow game
‘Normally, a sideline reporter is rarely seen or heard, but Tasker may have set a record for appearances by a sideline reporter in one game.’
Bills playoff chances take a leap forward with snowy win
‘The Ravens lost to the Steelers, blowing an 11-point fourth-quarter lead and falling to 7-6 in the process. Here’s the caveat for Baltimore, though: It could not have an easier finishing schedule with a game at Cleveland, home vs. the Colts, then at Cincinnati. It’s not hard to conclude the Ravens could run the table and get to 10-6.’
Bills quarterback situation a convoluted mess with Dolphins coming to town
‘Beyond the news on Peterman, coach Sean McDermott didn’t have much more to share on the quarterback position because it’s too early in the week to make any true determinations. However, it is known that Taylor thought he was healthy enough to play against Indianapolis and that he wanted to play, so perhaps that’s an indication that he’ll be able to start against Miami, assuming Peterman can’t.’