‘Oh, it wasn’t just Allen who was lousy in the first half of yesterday afternoon’s 26-13 preseason defeat by the Bengals at New Era Field … this was a “team effort” in every sense of the word.’
Archives for August 2018
Bills vs. Bengals: Josh Allen runs for his life (8 observations from preseason week 3)
‘It’s hard to assess Allen’s performance because he was barely able to look downfield long enough to even begin processing his reads.’
Josh Allen not to blame for struggles, Buffalo Bills center Ryan Groy said
‘”It’s bad,” Groy said. “I’ll take the first hit. It was embarrassing as a unit and I’ll take the first blame. As an o-line we need to get better and that was on us, 100 percent.”‘
Did Nate Peterman secure Buffalo Bills starting job? Sean McDermott won’t say
‘”He has shown that consistency, which is good to see,” Bills coach Sean McDermott said Sunday night after the Bills’ 26-13 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. “(He) has shown some poise and understanding of how the NFL works in terms of defensive schemes. I’ve watched him grow and develop and (there is) still more work to do, but I think he … has been consistent, which is important at the quarterback position.”‘
What Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen said after loss to Bengals (transcript, video)
‘I feel good. Obviously didn’t play as well as I wanted to. Some throws out there I wish I had back, some plays out there I wish I had back. Obviously it’s the preseason that’s why we play these games is to learn and grow and get better. This is one of those games that we’re gonna go break down the film and get a lot better at just because of the things that we had to endure and the things that we saw, it’s just going to help us out in the long run.’
Meiler: After Sunday, McDermott should have clear choice at QB
‘Let A.J. McCarron or Nate Peterman start. They’re probably a bit further advanced in reading schemes and might be able to aid the offensive line. Allen will end up playing at some point this year anyway, preferably later in the season when weather and the rigors of weekly football have slowed defenses down a touch.’
Bills offensive starters let down rookie QB Allen
‘But the Bills’ first-team offence couldn’t do a dang thing with its only star offensive player resting with a sore groin and hip, running back LeSean McCoy. His presence wouldn’t have helped much, to be honest.’
Daltons give back to Buffalo community
‘“The Buffalo community has given so much to our Foundation,” J.J. Dalton said. “As soon as the preseason calendar was released, we circled this date and knew we had to do something special. The Hub is going to be a great distraction for young patients and their families, and we’re happy to be able to make an impact in that way.”’
Andy and JJ Dalton Give Back to Buffalo Community
‘“The Buffalo community has given so much to our Foundation,” said JJ. “As soon as the preseason calendar was released, we circled this date and knew we had to do something special. The Hub is going to be a great distraction for young patients and their families, and we’re happy to be able to make an impact in that way.”’
Monday’s Cincinnati Coverage
John Ross’ big play the perfect script for Bengals (Cincinnati Enquirer)
Analysis: Cincinnati Bengals give a glimpse of their potential for 2018 in win over Buffalo Bills (Cincinnati Enquirer)
Photo gallery (Cincinnati Enquirer)
Photo gallery (Dayton Daily News)
3 things we learned about Bengals from Bills game includes D-line being dominant force (WKRC-TV)
Daltons give back to Buffalo community (WKRC-TV)
Preseason Perfection Continues, Bengals Beat Bills, 26-13 (Bengals.com)
Bengals’ first-teamers flex to dominate Bills (Bengals.com)
Defense sacks its way into opener (Bengals.com)
Quick hits: Ross follows script; Dalton stands tall; Glenn good (Bengals.com)
Andy and JJ Dalton Give Back to Buffalo Community (Bengals.com)
Photo gallery (Bengals.com)
Photo gallery 1 (BuffaloBills.com)
Photo gallery 2 (BuffaloBills.com)
Photo gallery (Buffalo News)
Photo gallery (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle)
Bengals QB Andy Dalton gets standing ovation from Buffalo Bills fans
‘The donations totaled more than $415,000 for the Andy and Jordan Dalton Foundation for seriously ill children — and before the game, the Daltons gave a portion of that money to the pediatric department of the Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center in Buffalo.’
Dalton enjoys warm welcome in Bengals’ 26-13 win over Bills
‘Rookie Josh Allen struggled in his first preseason start , while getting little protection from an offensive line that allowed five sacks in the first half alone. He finished 6 of 12 and was sacked for more yards (39) than he had passing (34).’
Bills dodge bullet, QB Allen cleared of head injury
‘The team dodged a bullet after the seventh pick in the 2018 NFL Draft was taken to the locker room after hitting his head hard on the turf during the second quarter of Sunday’s game.’
Josh Allen says he held onto ball too long in first start
‘”Getting out there with the first team, obviously it’s moving really fast,” he said. “To see that speed, it was eye-opening. They have a really good defense. They came out and they brought it. But at the same time, we had plays in place that could’ve worked if I got the ball out in time. It just didn’t happen enough tonight.’
Bills QB Josh Allen passes concussion check, cleared to return
‘Allen was hit by a Bengals defender and his helmet hit the turf in the end zone after he threw a pass away late in the second quarter. Allen immediately reached for his helmet after his head hit the ground. He remained in the game for one play, a run by Marcus Murphy, before the game was stopped.’