‘The NFL, which has jurisdiction over NFL stadiums on game days, told the Bills they are to keep the field completely covered until just before game time, Vanderstouw said.’
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Buffalo Bills place Jordan Matthews, Shaq Lawson on IR and promote Brandon Reilly
‘The injuries will provide a significant blow to the Bills, who are 6-6 and still have wild card aspirations. Lawson’s second NFL season ends with four sacks in 12 games. He played well at times against the run but left something to be desired as a pass rusher during his sophomore campaign. He will likely be replaced in the lineup by Eddie Yarbrough.’
7 things we learned about the Indianapolis Colts, Buffalo Bills’ Week 14 opponent
‘The Bills may benefit from having the home field advantage on Sunday. Indianapolis has struggled on the road this season. The team has only won one of six games away from Lucas Oil Stadium.’
Bills: Dennison hoping for more separation from WRs
‘”Certainly, you’d always love to see great separation,” Dennison said. “They do a good job of being on you, so we have to separate. That’s what we spent the week doing, trying to give them some opportunities to shake some of those guys, and we didn’t quite get it done.”‘
5 things to watch for as the Bills host the Colts
‘Indy (3-9) has struggled this season without quarterback Andrew Luck, but the Bills (6-6) are not in any position to overlook any opponent remaining on their schedule.’
Bills place WR Matthews, DE Lawson on injured reserve
‘Both starters had difficult seasons for Buffalo, dealing with injuries and inconsistent play.’
NFL upholds Gronkowski’s 1-game suspension for hit on White
‘The league announced the decision of appeals officer Derrick Brooks on Tuesday.’
Bills place DE Lawson on IR, ending his season
‘”You hate to lose Shaq Lawson,” Frazier told reporters. “He’s done a really good job for us. He’s improving and he needs those snaps. In a lot of ways, this is new territory in some ways in our defense, so you want him to get as many snaps as he can get.”‘
Patriots TE Gronkowski has appeal denied
‘Gronkowski apologized for the hit after the game, which the Patriots won 23-3, and cited his frustration for a lack of penalties called against opponents defending him during the game as a reason for his actions.’
Season over for Jordan Matthews, Shaq Lawson of Bills
‘Matthews, 25, will be an unrestricted free agent after this season.’
NFL upholds Gronkowski’s one-game suspension
‘The appeal was heard by Derrick Brooks, the appeals officer assigned to the hearing jointly by the NFL and NFL Players Association.’
Bills place Matthews and Lawson on IR
‘The Buffalo Bills have announced that both defensive end Shaq Lawson and wide receiver Jordan Matthews have been placed on injured reserve, ending their seasons. Lawson was considered week to week with an ankle sprain, while Matthews has been battling a knee injury for the last few weeks.’
Ledyard: “Mayfield has all the makings of a franchise quarterback”
‘”Not every team, but a lot of teams have a certain prototype in mind. I think it’s a foolish way to do things. Not going to overthink that Baker Mayfield has put up the two most efficient seasons in college football. He’s going to win the Heisman, very indicative of his performance. He’s a quick processor, quick release, but also has the arm to throw off platform. Nothing scares him as a quarterback, can create offense with his legs, not a whole lot he’s missing. Coaches are going to look at this guy and think, this is a guy I can go to war with. All the makings of a franchise quarterback.”‘
NFL upholds Gronkowski’s 1-game suspension
‘White is in the NFL’s concussion protocol as a result of the hit, while Gronkowski will miss the Patriots’ next game, next Monday night against the Miami Dolphins.’
Buffalo Bills send Lawson, Matthews to Injured Reserve
‘Lawson, the team’s first-round pick in the 2016 NFL Draft, appeared in 11 games this season, starting 10 of those games. He suffered an ankle injury in the team’s loss to the New England Patriots and was thought to be “week-to-week” by the Bills as of Monday. His season ends with four total sacks and 33 tackles.’