‘They greeted wide receivers John Brown and Cole Beasley, as well as center Mitch Morse.’
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New Bills can’t wait to join Josh Allen
‘”He was the first person I talked to,” Beasley said. “You could tell. I could hear it in his voice over the phone. He was very eager and hungry to get better, and he wants to do this thing the right way and turn this thing around.”‘
Bills fans greet new free agent signees at Buffalo airport with wings
‘New center Mitch Morse and wide receiver John Brown both were greeted at the Buffalo airport by fans with boxes of chicken wings.’
Bills sign Pro Bowl returner Andre Roberts
‘The 31-year old had a breakout season in 2018, setting career highs in punt return and kick return yardage while with the Jets. He also tied for the league lead in punt return average (14.1) and was second in the league in kick return average, with a gaudy figure of 29.4.’
GM Brandon Beane’s 6 opinions on the Bills 2019 free agent class thus far
‘“Obviously our cap was in a position where we could be aggressive in spots where we needed to be, but again try to be smart with our money,” Beane said. “Our offense, we knew where we ranked statistically, and it held us back in some games. We were looking in all areas (on offense), other than quarterback, to improve. I think we got some guys who will come in here and compete. We told every single one of them nothing is guaranteed.”’
What they’re saying: 5 reasons Bills free agent signees are excited to play in Buffalo
‘“Shows that they really care about winning here,” Beasley said. “They’re trying to make the things happen that they need to, to move forward. I’m just happy to be a part of that. I just want to do my part and do whatever I can to help us take that step forward.”’
6 ways free agent additions will impact the Bills 2019 roster
‘With Brown and Foster among the Bills options on the outside, NFL secondaries will need to think twice about putting a safety down in the box to stop the run. Going single safety high against those two with a quarterback in Josh Allen, who can throw it a mile, will be a very risky proposition.’
Bills Today: Buffalo named one of eight NFL teams to define the 2019 NFL offseason
‘Brown’s ability as an outside-the-numbers deep threat seems to fit well with second-year starter Josh Allen’s strong arm and willingness to push the ball down the field, and Beasley gives Buffalo an over-the-middle option that the team lacked last season. Allen struggled in his rookie year as a short to intermediate passer, but Beane’s attempts to build a receiving corps with varied skill sets is the right idea. The Bills didn’t give their highly drafted rookie quarterback much chance to succeed last season, but in Year 2, they’re providing Allen with a much better infrastructure—and they aren’t breaking the bank to do it.’
Sean McDermott weighs in on Bills’ new additions, Antonio Brown
‘“I think it’s obvious that we’ve been trying to build our offense,” coach Sean McDermott told The Buffalo News after a sponsor event at Highgate Heights Elementary School on Wednesday. “Look, we have good pieces in our locker room. Let’s not forget that. That’s A. B is, how can we improve our football team by going out there and trying to add guys with our DNA – in this case veteran players that have experience? We’re going to add them to what we already have and continue to try and put a team together for this season.”’
Report: Bills sign Pro Bowl return man Andre Roberts
‘Roberts made the Pro Bowl and was a first-team All-Pro last season as a return man for the New York Jets, leading the NFL in kickoff return yardage. He had 40 returns for 1,174 yards (29.4 yards per return), including a 99-yard touchdown. Roberts doubles as an elite punt returner, as well, averaging 14.1 yards per return in 2018 to tie for the NFL lead. He also had a 78-yard punt return for a touchdown. During his career, Roberts has just three muffed punts on 196 return attempts.’
M&T Bank locks up sponsorship extension with Bills
‘Peter Eliopoulos, M&T’s chief marketing officer, said the bank benefits from the “reputational health that is burnished when people care about things that you care about.” The deal gives M&T exclusive rights to issue Bills-branded checking and debit cards, and the bank has its name on a variety of seating areas inside New Era Field.’
During two frenetic days, Bills have vastly upgraded their roster
‘Now, the caveat to all this is that the Bills have to hope the additions they have made turn out to be the performers they believe they can be. Remember, free agency can sometimes be fool’s gold, and Bills fans have plenty of nightmares to recall. Do you recall the double-whammy disaster of offensive linemen Langston Walker and Derrick Dockery?’
How do new Bills WRs John Brown, Cole Beasley fit? What it means for Zay Jones, Robert Foster
‘Before we get to the on-the-field credentials of Brown and Beasley it’s important to remember the structure of the contracts.’
7 things to know about new Buffalo Bills WR/KR Andre Roberts
‘No player had more kickoff return yards in 2018 than Roberts (1,174). His play on special teams led to him being named a first-team All-Pro. Roberts also made the Pro Bowl for the first time in his career as a returner.’
Buffalo Bills named 2019 NFL free agency winner by CBS Sports
‘”Quietly, Buffalo is putting together a very nice offseason. It’s impossible to just go out and make massive splashes when you’re in a position like the Bills. Instead, they’ve done a very good job assembling some cheaper talent to put around Josh Allen.’