‘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.’
Archives for August 21, 2020
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.’