‘When I was growing up, the only football team my family cared about was the University of Texas Longhorns. We were not into pro football at all, and I had no desire to be a pro player. This might seem incredible to some people, but the very first pro game I went to was the very first one I played in.’
Archives for December 2019
Bills at Steelers: Sal’s keys, notes and stats
‘Steelers QB Devlin “Duck” Hodges has made quite a name for himself since becoming the team’s starting quarterback a few weeks ago. He’s simply been asked to be a game-manager and not make mistakes, and he’s done exactly that, completing 75% of his passes with a pair of touchdowns and one interception. He’s not lighting up the scoreboard or the leaderboard, but he plays within the confines of the offense, and then will put a few balls up for his receivers to go after. The Bills need to make sure those chances aren’t completed and make Hodges feel and look like a rookie and force him into making some mistakes.’
‘Dream’ for Edmunds brothers to play against each other
‘But, are their parents nervous? “I think that’s a better question for them,” quipped Trey from his locker in Pittsburgh. “But, if you were to ask me, I guess, they going to find a way to enjoy it. They can’t lose. It’s like I said earlier, they really can’t lose so if they’re stressing more than us then I don’t know what to tell them at this point.”’
Bills Backers in Pittsburgh
‘“Everyone’s nerves are a little high at the same time because we have such a national audience on us. But, we’re mostly excited. We’re excited to clinch the playoff spot in our hometown. Our backers home town, and we’re just excited to have everyone in and show everyone what the mafia is all about. And it’s not just about breaking tables. It’s about family and cohesiveness and we just want to celebrate together.”’
Top 5 reasons why the Bills will put on a show in the Steel City Week 15
‘An AFC showdown featuring Bills linebacker Tremaine Edmunds, Steelers safety Terrell Edmunds and Steelers running back Trey Edmunds, this is one game fans everywhere are going to want to stay up for. While undoubtedly special for all onlookers, no one will be prouder than the trio’s parents who will be in attendance. It’s safe to say that Ferrell Edmunds, a former NFL tight end, and Felicia Edmunds won’t be picking sides in this one.’
NFL analysts’ game predictions | Bills at Steelers in Week 15
‘Once again, the Steelers aren’t the better team. Once again, the Steelers will play like they are.’
Bills Today | Meet the dogs of the Bills defense
‘”Our role? The dogs, man. The dog in us — you can’t really teach that, coach that,” Lawson told ESPN. “You’ve just got to be born with it. I think me and [Phillips] — we’ve got a lot of guys who’ve got dog in them — but me and Phil, we’re the dog-setters. We set the tone. I feel like that’s been a big part of our success this year.”‘
Bills need to force Steelers’ rookie QB to try to win game with arm
‘The Bills must find an early offensive rhythm that not only allows them to reach the end zone early, but also mount some time-consuming drives. The Steelers have done a good job of minimizing Hodges’ opportunities to throw, so the Bills need to change that formula.’
Reserve deputy injured by Ravens player remains in trauma ICU
‘Macken was on the sideline, looking toward the crowd, when Ravens cornerback Jimmy Smith knocked down Cole Beasley in the end zone, continued off the field with his arm out and hit Macken, according to video footage of the incident. Macken can be seen slamming into a wall.’
Rating for Bills-Ravens will be tough to beat Sunday; Bills tailgate story planned for NBC pregame
‘The Bills-Ravens game had a season-high 45.5 rating and 72 share on WIVB-TV, the local CBS affiliate. That made Buffalo the highest-rated CBS metered market in the country last Sunday.’
Josh Allen delivers again – picking up dinner tab for Sabres and Ryan O’Reilly
‘O’Reilly told Thomas that Allen – who has worn his No. 17 Sabres anniversary jersey to games in New Era Field – picked up the tab for his hockey buddies. A source close to the quarterback confirmed the story to The News on Friday.’
Roth: Bills have yet to lose consecutive games and Pittsburgh is no place to start
‘Do they really want to go into New England (10-3) or (gulp) needing to beat a resurgent New York Jets (5-9) squad on the final day of the regular season to punch their ticket to the Super Bowl tournament? If that Jets’ scenario materializes, the Bills will be on a three-game losing streak and frantically loosening their top collar buttons.’
Buffalo Bills LB Tremaine Edmunds flashed this trait vs. Ravens, which could elevate game
‘“That was really, really good to see. He has a really good grasp of what we’re trying to do on defense and that was the other part,” Frazier explained. “We keep urging him to play more physical and he did (against Baltimore). He used his hands and knocked those offensive linemen around and tackled well and played with some emotion. It was great to see, it was good for the defense. When one of your leaders plays the way he played, it’s kind of infectious and it affects everybody.”’
6 reasons Buffalo Bills will beat Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday Night Football
‘Hodges has been a fine game manager for Pittsburgh in his starts against the Chargers, Browns and Cardinals, but he has not had to play a defense like Buffalo’s yet this season. The Bills’ defense will be ready for Hodges and bring the quarterback back to earth on Sunday. Even if the defense does not create turnovers, they should help Buffalo win the field position battle on Sunday Night Football.’
RB Alex Collins works out for Buffalo Bills
‘Collins, 25, is a former fifth round pick of the Seattle Seahawks. After being buried on the Seahawks’ depth chart as a rookie in 2016, Collins was waived by the team. He would land on the Baltimore Ravens’ practice squad and get promoted in the opening month of the 2017 season to the main roster. Collins was given plenty of opportunities in Baltimore and ended up rushing for 973 yards and six touchdowns on 212 carries (4.6 YPC) that season.’