‘“When I signed my name on the dotted line I owned it. So even though I wasn’t here I understand as much as I can for not being here what goes along with that in 17 years. That said, as our team, the 2017 version of the Buffalo Bills goes, we have to focus on what we’re doing and how we’re moving forward to move towards our vision as a football team.”’
Archives for December 2017
Why the likely return of Bills QB Tyrod Taylor can be a problem for Miami Dolphins
‘Overall, Taylor has a sparkling 121.2 passer rating against the Dolphins, thanks to eight touchdown passes and zero interceptions.’
Dolphins Opponent Profile: Fins Face Must-Win Game Against Bills In Week 15
‘With Taylor’s status for Sunday’s game uncertain, NFL Week 15 oddsmakers have yet to release point spreads for this contest. From Miami’s standpoint, game planning to stop the run and forcing Buffalo to become one-dimensional has to be among the top priorities for Adam Gase and his coaching staff. The Dolphins’ defense is currently 15th in the league in rushing yards per game, yielding almost 110 yards per contest.’
Thursday’s Miami Coverage
Miami Dolphins’ once-‘garbage’ offense has come a long way. Just ask Bills coach. (Miami Herald)
Will Williams play? Cheap shot on Phillips? What’s up with DeVante? Gase has answers (Miami Herald)
Kelly: Miami Dolphins’ young nucleus starting to grow up (South Florida Sun Sentinel)
Miami Dolphins’ Kenyan Drake hopes ‘perfection’ snowballs during Buffalo trip (Palm Beach Post)
Why the likely return of Bills QB Tyrod Taylor can be a problem for Miami Dolphins (Palm Beach Post)
Buffalo Bills’ QB situation becomes clearer; coach Sean McDermott talks about Miami Dolphins (Palm Beach Post)
Bills game a reminder of inequitable Miami Dolphins schedule that could have been avoided (Palm Beach Post)
Dolphins increase creativity on offense (The Sports Xchange)
Dolphins’ Xavien Howard Named AFC Defensive Player Of The Week (WFOR-TV)
Dolphins Opponent Profile: Fins Face Must-Win Game Against Bills In Week 15 (WFOR-TV)
I Said It: December 13th (MiamiDolphins.com)
Wednesday’s Dolphins – Bills Injury Report (MiamiDolphins.com)
Dolphins & RISE Host South Florida High School Roundtable (MiamiDolphins.com)
Top News: Howard AFC Defensive Player Of The Week (MiamiDolphins.com)
AC in the AM: Dolphins Now Right Back In It (MiamiDolphins.com)
Bills QB Taylor eager for opportunity to start against Miami
‘Coach Sean McDermott said Wednesday that Taylor continues to make progress in recovering from an injury that prevented him from playing in a 13-7 overtime win over Indianapolis last weekend. McDermott says rookie Nathan Peterman will practice on a limited basis, but remains in the concussion protocol after he was hurt in the third quarter against the Colts.’
Taylor likely at QB for Bills Sunday
‘Interestingly, it really hasn’t mattered who has played quarterback for the Bills this season. Taylor has done very little to sway his critics — not to mention the coaching staff — away from the belief that he’s nothing more than a game manager who has reached his ceiling, a ceiling that simply isn’t high enough.’
Bills hope to freeze out Dolphins’ playoff hopes
‘”It feels good — it’s just pain tolerance,” Taylor said when asked about his injury. “Since this happened, I haven’t had any setbacks.”‘
Taylor a full participant in practice; Peterman remains in concussion protocol
‘“It’s a little bit challenging,” McDermott said about the quarterback situation. “That said, we’ve faced challenges all year. The biggest thing for us is the communication around it, making sure we’re up to the minute on the updates with the heath of the quarterback position and I’m confident we’ll be fine.”’
Joe B: 5 Buffalo Bills practice notes ahead of Miami Dolphins game (12/13/17)
‘The Bills are trying desperately to sneak into one of the two Wild Card playoff berths, and getting Taylor back gives them a lot less volatility at the quarterback position. It’s the right move for the Bills to start Taylor, and despite some deficiencies with the passing offense, he’s the player at the position that consistently gives them the better chance to win the game.’
Bills prepare to host the Dolphins
‘McDermott also went on to say that besides Peterman, wide receiver Kelvin Benjamin, tackle Seantrel Henderson and tight end Charles Clay will be limited at practice Wednesday. Tackle Cordy Glenn is questionable to practice because of illness.’
Bills fan loses wedding ring at snowy Bills game against Colts
‘Dole says he was at Sunday’s whiteout game against the Colts, sitting in section 124, when he took off his wet gloves. While the Bills celebrated a victory at the end of the game Dole quickly realize he’d lost — his wedding ban. He says he wife wasn’t surprised or upset.’
Bills defense not overlooking Jay Cutler
‘”He’s pretty savvy. He’s been like that,” said safety Jordan Poyer. “He understands looks. He understands concepts.”‘
Fans love for Kyle Williams shared by teammates
‘”The guy can seriously make everyone in here run through a wall,” Jerry Hughes said. “He gets you amped up. He gets you going. When it’s eight inches of snow outside and you can’t barely see anything, you’re juiced up, ready to play football. That’s just the kind of leader he is. He’s not going to say much, but on game day, he’s going to get the troops riled up, ready to go.”‘
Jordan Poyer named Ed Block Courage Award winner
‘The safety hasn’t just returned to the field, Poyer is excelling. He is currently the only NFL player with 80-plus tackles (81), two-plus sacks (2) & two-plus interceptions (2).’
Quick Hits: Tyrod to get team reps; Peterman limited
‘Peterman however, will practice today on a limited basis, which is a good sign for him in terms of his availability come the end of the week.’