‘Dawkins’ deal is for $60 million and will keep him in Buffalo through the 2024 season. According to the NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the contract has $34 million in guaranteed money.’
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McDermott brings stability to Bills after signing extension
‘“Woke up this morning, blue skies in Buffalo… where else would you rather be right now?” McDermott said with a smile.’
Bills sign Dawkins to four-year extension
‘Dawkins has become a leader in the Bills locker room over the past two seasons starting every game guarding Josh Allen’s blindside.’
The Buffalo Bills are signing their own? How the times have changed
‘Sean McDermott got his deal done and that set a tone. It’s just a matter of time before his GM Brandon Beane is next. And while he waits for his deal, Beane has already begun to lock up the players that are the cornerstones of the franchise. Left Tackle Dion Dawkins is the first guy to be taken care of this year.’
Bills re-sign Dion Dawkins
‘Dawkins has started 43 of his 48 career NFL games and became a mainstay at left tackle in his rookie year. More than just a steady presence on the offensive line, Dawkins also has two touchdown receptions.’
Dion Dawkins secures a long-term future in Buffalo
‘”It just means that hard work definitely pays off,” said Dawkins after signing the deal. “Through all the mistakes and all the growth, all the ups and downs I have an organization that believes in me and it starts from the Pegulas, down to the GM, down to the head coach, down to my position coach then to mom and pop, and it’s just a blessing.”‘
6 things we learned from Sean McDermott and Josh Allen about McDermott’s contract extension
‘”I think really to sustain winning, you’ve got to build a culture and a good foundation,” McDermott said. “Then the culture really breeds the chemistry that our players have been able to build together. Some of that’s been driven by me, but a lot of it also comes, and the credit goes to our staff and our players for the bond they’ve been able to build with one another.”‘
Bills Today | How Dion Dawkins shared his special moment with family and teammates
‘”I called her, and she had no idea,” Dawkins said. “I called her and when I saw her face, I just broke out crying. She was worried. She was like, ‘Dion, what’s wrong? What’s the matter?’ And of course my mother was like, ‘Dion, do I have to come up there right now?’ I was like, ‘No, these are happy tears.’ I told her and she said, ‘Dion, you did it.’ beyond, but you did it. I corrected her and said, ‘Mom, I didn’t do it yet. Until we all win, I will truly win.’ She broke out in tears. It’s an unexplainable moment and unexplainable experience.”‘