‘”It was definitely tough trying to learn everything through virtual (instruction) and things like that,” Moss said. “But now we’re getting back out here, and we’ve been repping so many times and just been doing a lot of stuff to get everybody caught back up from that lost time. I think we’ve been doing a good job, from the rookies to everybody on the team, so right now it’s been looking very good and we’re doing a lot of good things.”‘
Archives for August 21, 2020
Bills camp observations: Rookie Tyler Bass shows off his booming leg
‘Bass, the sixth-round draft pick from Georgia Southern, went 6 of 7 on a day when the two place-kickers went back and forth from mostly the same distances. Bass made kicks from 41, 33, 33 44, 52 and 56 yards. He missed wide from 44 yards. The two 50-plus-yarders went through the uprights with at least five yards to spare.’
The newest name of the football field in Orchard Park: Bills Stadium
‘The process could stretch beyond this season as the NFL, its teams and businesses everywhere continue to work through the many challenges and adjustments brought on by the pandemic. Sponsorships have been affected on a variety of levels, especially when it comes to signs and other in-stadium elements. It stands to reason that fewer eyeballs would mean less value to sponsors.’
A chance encounter in Australia led new Bills punter Lachlan Edwards to the NFL
‘“I was going to college in Australia, originally, and we got bored one summer and found an American football at my buddy’s house and we went down to the field and started throwing it,” Edwards began. “Back then I couldn’t really throw it so we just started punting it because I played Australian football and that’s how we moved the ball down the field, we punted it.”’
Maiorana’s Memories: The near on-field death of Kevin Everett still a vivid scene
‘It wasn’t until the next day when it was revealed that living and dying with each play took on a whole new meaning. Not only was Everett paralyzed by the hit, he nearly died on the field, and only the heroic efforts of the Bills’ medical staff prevented what would have been the greatest tragedy in team history, perhaps NFL history.’
Josh Norman suffers leg injury at Buffalo Bills practice
‘Norman walked off with trainers after the play and did not return to the field for any drills. The veteran cornerback remained on the sidelines riding an exercise bike following the injury.’
Bills training camp 2020: Stefon Diggs, Gabriel Davis make huge plays in passing game (Day 4 observations)
‘It’s only been nine months since the last time I walked down the steps inside the stadium. But after a spring/summer full of questions about whether we’d get football in 2020, a field full of Buffalo Bills players for a live practice was a beautiful sight to see.’
Labatt beer offers virtual tailgate with Buffalo Bills Josh Allen, Tre White
‘Labatt Blue Light has recruited Bill’s quarterback Josh Allen and cornerback Tre’Davious White for a promotion in which fans can follow their game-day rituals and preparations via Twitter or Instagram. Those following the players could win Bills and Blue Light branded gear.’
Buffalo Bills’ New Era Field will now be called ‘Bills Stadium’
‘The Buffalo Bills said the Bills Stadium name will be temporary as the team pursues a new naming rights partner. It’s unclear if a deal will be reached before the 2020 NFL season starts.’
Why Barstool Sports is unlikely to get Buffalo Bills stadium naming rights
‘Portnoy and Barstool Sports are now the second group to announce their intention to bid on naming rights via social media. TUSHY, a bidet manufacturer, announced their interest shortly after New Era and the Bills agreed to end their agreement.’
Bills choose `Bills Stadium’ after cutting ties with New Era
‘New Era signage is still visible around the facility, including the company’s name featured on a large billboard along the front of the stadium.’
Buffalo to play in ‘Bills Stadium’ until new sponsor found
‘The stadium was first named Rich Stadium when it opened in 1973 before being renamed Ralph Wilson Stadium in 1998 after the Bills’ former owner.’
Sean McDermott says Josh Allen skepticism is ‘understandable’ but Bills QB has a chance to silence doubters
‘The Bills have done everything they can to put Allen in position to succeed. He has a solid offensive line, a No. 1 wideout in Stefon Diggs, a deep burner in John Brown, and a shifty slot man in Cole Beasley. He’s got a play-caller (Brian Daboll) who seemed to figure some things out down the stretch of last season and should continue to make things easier for Allen as he moves forward. The talent is there to make any throw that exists. It’s a matter of making the right ones, at the right times, and getting the ball in the right location so his guys can catch it and the other guys can’t. We’ll see if he can take advantage.’
Here’s why Josh Allen may have strong statistical season in 2020 without actually improving as Bills QB
‘Allen is a polarizing figure when evaluating quarterbacks as the Bills starter does possess a ton of talent, specifically with his arm strength and rushing ability. When looking at the advanced statistics, however, those numbers are not so kind to the 24-year-old. Last season, PFF gave Allen a 63.9 grade, which put him 27th among all players with at least 250 dropbacks (including postseason).’
Defense, kicking battle highlight in-stadium practice
‘The defense definitely got the better of the offense for most of the morning. They really made it tough for them to move the ball, at times, and even came up with a few turnovers. That said, the offense did have a couple highlight plays, including Duke Williams making another great high-point catch, just as he did earlier in the week, Josh Allen connecting deep with Stefon Diggs, and rookie wide receiver Gabe Davis taking a pass to the end zone for a long touchdown (more on that later). But on a down-to-down basis, the defense was clearly the winner overall.’
Barstool Founder Dave Portnoy Interested in Buying Naming Rights to Bills Stadium
‘On the surface, Pornoy, a lifelong Boston fan who once handcuffed himself to the floor of the NFL’s Manhattan headquarters to protest Tom Brady’s “Deflategate” suspension in 2015 (that stunt resulted in his arrest), choosing to align himself with one of the Patriots’ chief competitors in the AFC East would seem an odd choice. However, the attention-craving “El Pres” has never been one to turn down a marketing opportunity and lending the Barstool name to an NFL stadium would no doubt increase brand awareness. If he chooses to go through with his bold gambit, Portnoy certainly has the funds to pull it off. Portnoy’s estimated net worth is over $100 million.’
Bills to temporarily use ‘Bills Stadium’ for name of stadium
‘Until a new naming rights partner has been announced, Bills Stadium is the fourth official name for the stadium in Orchard Park since 1973 when it opened. Back then it was called Rich Stadium from 1973-97, and then it was called Ralph Wilson Stadium from 1998-2015, followed by New Era Field from 2016-2019.’
Zack Moss eager to prove he’s not just a bruiser
‘Zack Moss prides himself on his versatility and skill set. When the Bills used a third-round pick on Moss in April, many fans and media members, myself included, thought of Moss as a hit the hole kind of back. While that’s certainly a big part of his game, Moss also feels comfortable catching passes out of the backfield.’
Bills rookie running back Zack Moss trying to find rhythm and role on offense
‘”We just continued to run through some plays and continue to try and learn this offense so that when we got to this point in the year, we can be at a faster pace,” he said.’
The Buffalo Bills to play home games at ‘Bills Stadium’
‘The stadium was most recently known as New Era Field, but the team has since announced plans to transition away from that name.’
Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy expresses interest in Bills Stadium naming rights
‘By Thursday afternoon, Bills fans were already hearing the first public interest expressed in obtaining the stadium’s naming rights.’
Rookie RB Zack Moss looking to carve out his role in Bills offense
‘“Our coaches are doing a very good job of keeping us very, very trained well to know what to do when we go out there so our confidence is definitely up, mine is up. Still trying to learn a lot of things about this game, speed and certain things like that but from that point we’re doing pretty good,” Moss explained.’
Bills OL Daryl Williams believes his best football is still ahead of him
‘“I mean that’s not the first time I’ve heard that. After my third year I was second team All-Pro and I just remember my coaches after that year they told me I can play a lot better than that and I was aiming towards that going into my fourth year and then obviously the injury happened and it was a setback for me,” Williams said on a zoom call with reporters.’
Bills sign P Lachlan Edwards
‘A native of Australia, Edwards didn’t even start punting until 2012, when he was messing around with a group of friends in the yard trying to play American football.’
Bills training camp injury report: August 20th
‘Cornerback Josh Norman suffered a leg injury during practice that the team said is still being evaluated.’
Bills’ home field temporarily being called “Bills Stadium”
‘The Bills made the announcement regarding the 71,000+ capacity stadium in Orchard Park on Thursday morning.’
Barstool Sports founder: “We are very serious about buying the naming rights of the Buffalo Bills stadium”
‘Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy says following a brief conversation with “those who matter,” they are “very serious” about buying the naming rights of the Bills stadium.’
You can now call it ‘Bills Stadium’
‘From New Era to just “Bills Stadium”‘
Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy ‘very serious’ about buying naming rights to Bills Stadium
‘Portnoy responded 2 On Your Side’s story on Twitter by saying, “And by very serious I mean very very serious.”‘
Zack Moss is more than just a physical runner
‘“My mentality is to never be tackled by one guy. I always try to make that first defender miss by any means necessary,” says Moss. “That’s my mentality every time I get the ball in my hands.”’
Daryl Williams looking to regain All-Pro form in Buffalo
‘“This is a young man that we feel has yet to play his best football and become the best version of himself,” says McDermott. “And so we hope that he continues to grow and blossom here in Western New York, in a Bills uniform, and he seems very comfortable.”’
Lachlan Edwards’ unique football journey brings him to Buffalo
‘“I was going to college in Australia, originally,” says Edwards, who attended the University of Ballarat. “We got bored one summer and found an American football at my buddy’s house. We went down to the field and started throwing it. Back then, I couldn’t really throw, so we just started punting it. I played Australian football and that’s how we move the ball. So I started punting it and one of my professors was driving by and he was a native from Connecticut.”’
Buffalo Bills temporarily rename their stadium ‘Bills Stadium’
‘The Buffalo Bills announced Thursday that the stadium would temporarily be called “Bills Stadium” until a deal is reached with a new naming sponsor.’
Rookie RB Zack Moss tries to find his role with the Bills
‘”I’ve definitely enjoyed being in this offense,” Moss said on a Zoom call with reporters on Thursday, “I’m trying to find my rhythm, you know my role for the team.”‘
Bills Camp at Bills Stadium: The good, the bad and the ugly
‘Josh Allen and the offense looked sloppy but rookie Gabe Davis had his best day of camp.’
Buffalo’s home field to be known as “Bills Stadium” – for now
‘A bidet company reportedly made a $12 million bid in July to rename the field Tushy Stadium. Approval did not appear likely to go through, as the Erie County executive said, “All names are subject to approval, and anything that embarrasses the community is dead on arrival.”’
Buffalo will play in ‘Bills Stadium’ until new sponsor announced
‘All jokes aside this is just a name to be used in the interim.’
Buffalo Bills announce temporary name for stadium: Bills Stadium
‘Back in July, the team announced New Era Cap Company asked to be released from its naming rights and sponsorship deals with the Bills, dropping New Era from the stadium name.’
Top 3 things to know from Day 4 at Bills training camp
‘CB Josh Norman was slow to get up after he intercepted a pass. Norman has a leg injury and is still being evaluated. DT Ed Oliver (hip), FB Pat DiMarco, WR Robert Foster (concussion protocol), OG Jon Feliciano (pec), TE Tommy Sweeney (foot) missed practice.’
Bills to use this name for their stadium in Orchard Park
‘”As we continue the transition process from New Era Field to a new naming rights partner, we will officially use the name Bills Stadium for our home in Orchard Park.”‘