‘Despite the intense NFL schedule, Bill’s tackle Dion Dawkins still makes time to give back to his alma mater, Temple University. Dawkins sent a game-used jersey to his previous coach at Temple University with a motivational message for all the future athletes that walk through the college gym.’
Archives for December 2017
Tyrod Taylor practices on limited basis Thursday
‘“I think he did some good things. We’re still taking it day by day,” said head coach Sean McDermott. “He did only individual (position drills) as you saw. We’re just going to take it one day at a time.”’
Tre’Davious White out of protocol; cleared to play Sunday
‘“I’m good. I feel good as new,” White said. “I’ll be ready to roll on Sunday.”‘
Game Day Experience Information: Week 14
‘Leader of the Charge: Will Wolford.’
Could Bills pass game awaken vs. Colts?
‘Indianapolis has struggled mightily to defend the pass this season thanks in part to a few problem areas. First, their pass rush has lacked for results. The Colts rank 30th in sacks per play with just 20 sacks on 409 pass plays against (4.8%). That has put undue pressure on the Indianapolis defensive backs to cover longer. And that is not a good recipe for a Colts secondary that is already last in the league in passing yards allowed.’
Bills Today: Reilly’s route to the 53-man roster
‘“I’m really excited for Brandon Reilly. I think he embodies so much of what this team is about. He embodies so much what coach McDermott is about,” said Richie Incognito. “To come in here, make the team as an undrafted free agent, then stick it out, and get rewarded with a roster spot, it’s really cool for Brandon. It’s a special deal for him. He sets a good example for everybody on the team.”‘
McDermott does best to keep Bills’ QB situation a mystery
‘Asked whether he’d be comfortable starting Taylor — who injured his left knee in last Sunday’s loss against the New England Patriots — if Taylor didn’t practice the entire week, McDermott said, “We’ll see. I mean, we’ll take it one day at a time.”‘
Kelvin Benjamin returns to practice, expects decision on his availability to come later in the week
‘”Just trying to play football and not worry about the injury,” Benjamin said. “Don’t focus on the knee, just go out there and play.”‘
DE Cap Capi out to show Bills he’s more than just a (memorable) name
‘The Buffalo Bills’ newest defensive end’s given first name is Nordly, which, while still fun, doesn’t quite have the ring of “Cap Capi.”‘
Jerry Sullivan: Bills regressing, which points to Peterman
‘Virtually every year during the drought, no matter how promising things seemed earlier, the Bills looked like one of the worst teams in the league entering the final month. They look that way on paper, and they’ve played like it on the turf.’
Bills Notebook: Williams late addition to injury list
‘Defensive tackle Kyle Williams was a late addition to the Buffalo Bills’ injury list Wednesday when he missed practice with a groin injury.’
What He Said: Sean McDermott on injuries, quarterback situation and a possible snow game
‘You’ve been around this league a long time, as have I. We don’t get into records. We work on ourselves and we start every week with a healthy respect for every opponent. That’s really where we start from.’
What They Said: McCoy, Peterman, Zay Jones and more on Colts, injuries and snow
‘Well, the only thing I can do is control what I can control. Us as a team, the only thing we can do is win out, give [us] a shot, give us a chance to get into the playoffs. Every player that plays this game, they want to just have an opportunity to get to the playoffs, because anything can happen once you get there, and that’s where we’re at right now.’
Voice of the Fan: Going nowhere with the Half Tank
‘But for Bills football fans, the Half Tank has kept the team in limbo the last four years and for more than half of the drought, finishing anywhere from 9-7 to 7-9.’
Tyrod Taylor held out of practice Wednesday, status for Colts’ game unknown
‘“There’s no timetable. I’m not going to get into the timetable on if he practices, if he doesn’t practice, what that means,” coach Sean McDermott said regarding Taylor, who hurt his knee on the first play against the Patriots, played into the fourth quarter, then took himself out. “Obviously today he’s not going to practice; Nate will get the reps. Joe (Webb) will also work. We’ll see, we’ll take it one day at a time.”’