‘By drafting Bass, though, the Bills made it clear that they were at least considering moving on from Hauschka, who has had two straight seasons with a 78.6% conversion rate on field goals, his lowest since becoming a full-time kicker in 2011. Particularly on kicks of 50-plus yards, his leg strength seemed to disappear last year. He went 1 of 5 on kicks of 50-plus yards, and is 5 of 12 over the past two seasons.’
Archives for August 28, 2020
Observations: Josh Allen threads needles in strong scrimmage showing
‘The Bills’ starting units did not go head-to-head. The first-team offense faced backups, and ditto for the defense.’
Bills players will use platform to advocate for social justice
‘”So, you know, Dr. King, he laid it out beautiful in his ‘I Have a Dream’ speech. We’re still waiting for those days to come where African-American men and women will be treated with the same respect as other Americans have been getting throughout this entire time in this country. So, I’m still disgusted, heartbroken as to what’s going on because these things, these acts, these violent acts by police officers have been taking place since my great grandparents were alive.”‘
Josh Allen was dealing and the Bills offense looked sharp in scrimmage
‘The two kickers were fairly close in terms of accuracy during training camp, but Bass’ leg was clearly superior, especially on kickoffs. On Thursday, Bass drove two kickoffs into a stiff wind for touchbacks, he made both of his extra point attempts and a 41-yard field goal, then missed a 55-yarder. Hauschka came up well short of the end zone into the wind on a kickoff and missed one of two extra points.’
After emotional team meeting in wake of Jacob Blake shooting, Bills move on with scrimmage
‘“I can tell you that I thought about it, we thought about it from the administrative side,” coach Sean McDermott said of postponing the scrimmage. “We’ve had, and will continue to have, ongoing conversations about things that are going on in our world and the result of those things.”’
Buffalo Bills release K Stephen Hauschka, P Lachlan Edwards
‘Hauschka, 35, spent the past three seasons with the Bills. In that time, he converted on 73-of-89 field goal attempts (82%) while making 84-of-87 extra point attempts. Entering the 2020 season, the biggest question surrounding Hauschka was whether or not he could convert on field goals of 50-plus yards. He was 12-of-21 in this range during his time with Buffalo. Touchbacks were another area where the veteran struggled (109 on 213 kickoffs).’
Bills training camp 2020: Josh Allen throws for over 300 yards in scrimmage (Day 9 observations)
‘The Bills offensive line had a great day on Tuesday, especially on the interior of the line. Bills center Mitch Morse said there’s been some frustrating moments as the line has tried to get going early in camp.’
Allen shines in Thursday’s ‘dress rehearsal’; Bills adjust to no fans, other changes
‘“It was a little different coming out here in our stadium with it not being filled (with fans),” said Bills’ veteran defensive end Jerry Hughes during a video conference following Thursday’s scrimmage. “But I think coach did a great job of trying to simulate the crowd noise so that way it would force us to communicate effectively.”’
Allen’s development remains question mark for Buffalo Bills
‘“I think that’s understandable,” McDermott said. “Until you’re able to silence that, it’s going to continue to come up. And I think at the end of the day, Josh wants to prove himself inside the building first. And I think he continues to do that and show his teammates who he is, and what he’s capable of.”’
Bills Release Veteran Kicker Hauschka, Punter Edwards
‘The 35-year-old Hauschka was the odd-man out in a kicking competition with Tyler Bass, a rookie sixth-round draft pick out of Georgia Southern. Bass caught the Bills attention with his powerful leg during the school’s pro day, and after he finished his four-year college career hitting 54 of 68 field-goal attempts.’
Stephen Hauschka cut by Bills as rookie Tyler Bass wins kicker job
‘His accuracy from 50-plus yards ranks last out of 11 kickers to attempt at least 10 field goals from that distance over the past two seasons.’
Bills release Stephen Hauschka, turning kicker job over to sixth-round rookie Tyler Bass
‘Hauschka, 35, hadn’t necessarily been a lock to remain the Bills’ kicker. After all, Buffalo spent a draft pick on a potential successor in Bass, and the team wasn’t shy about seeking competition throughout 2019. After hosting undrafted free agent Chase McLaughlin in last year’s training camp, for example, the Bills reportedly attempted to re-acquire the rookie in December.’
Allen sharp in scrimmage at Bills Stadium
‘While official stats weren’t kept, several media members had Allen down as going 34-for-45 for over 300 yards, including the two touchdowns and one interception.’
Bills release Stephen Hauschka and Lachlan Edwards
‘However, Hauschka’s efficiency deteriorated over time. After an impressive 87.9% field goal percentage and zero missed extra points in 2017, Hauschka regressed to 78.6% on field goals and three missed extra points in the last two seasons.’
Buffalo Bills release kicker Stephen Hauscka
‘Hauscka, who joined the team in 2017, was 22 for 28 last season.’
McDermott: “It’s important that [players] know that they’re heard.”
‘McDermott’s tenure in Buffalo has brought a culture change to the Bills’ locker room; players have attested to what it has brought to the team both at One Bills Drive and outside of the facility. In times like these, the best thing the head coach can do is listen.’
Scott Norwood’s ‘wide right’ game worn Bills jersey from Super Bowl XXV up for auction
‘As of Thursday morning, bidding on the jersey from the auction site Heritage Auctions is up to $24,000 with two days to go.’
Buffalo Bills, dozens of local organizations giving away over 500 free backpacks
‘The Buffalo Bills Foundation is sponsoring free boxed dinners from, “A Great Plate Catering” and is providing $25 gift cards for Tops Markets for the first 100 families.’
Bills will go with rookie Tyler Bass as they release veteran kicker Stephen Hauschka
‘The Bills move on from Hauschka after three seasons with Buffalo. It’s not surprising they made this move given they drafted a young, strong leg with Bass and Hauschka struggled last season, specifically from long range. He went 1-for-5 on field goal attempts form 50 yards or longer.’
Bills training camp injury report: August 27th
‘Defensive End Bryan Cox Jr. had an excused absence today from practice for a personal matter.’
Sean McDermott: “It’s critical that our players know we care about them and support them”
‘“I can tell you that I thought about it, we thought about it from the administrative side, you’d have to ask the players about that. I can tell you we’ve had and will continue to have ongoing conversations about things that are going on in our world and the result of those things,” Sean McDermott said to media on Zoom on Thursday morning.’
Powerful, insightful words from Bills DE Jerry Hughes on social injustice
‘“Voice equality, voice that yes we do say Black Lives Matter but we say it in the sense of all American lives matter so we’re not putting one in front of the other…”’
Bills RB Devin Singletary says it’s important for athletes to use their platform
‘“We had conversations about it, about having practice or not having practice, ultimately what we came up with is that we need to come together as a team, find a solution, basically use our platform. What’s right is right and what’s wrong is wrong, and it’s time for change,” Bills running back Devin Singletary said to reporters on Zoom on Thursday. “That’s basically what the conversation was about last night, and that’s where we’re at as a team right now, what we can do, and how we can use our platforms.”’
Bills release kicker Stephen Hauschka
‘Following these two moves, the Bills now have one kicker, rookie Tyler Bass, and one punter, Corey Bojorquez on the roster.’
Buffalo Bills scrimmage amid reaction to social injustice
‘“It’s admirable that the players, coaches and staff have taken in their approach,” McDermott said. “Obviously action needs to be taken and each person has their own opinion to what is the right thing to do. At the end of the day we are all human even though we are in this bubble of professional sports.”’
Bills release kicker Stephen Hauschka
‘Hauschka has been with the Bills since 2017 and signed a two-year extension last preseason. The 35-year-old was entering his 13th NFL season.’
Bills HC Sean McDermott says he thought about canceling practice, will continue to listen to players
‘“I think it’s admirable that the players and the staffs and the organizations have taken the approach that they have,” says McDermott. “Obviously, action needs to be taken and each and everyone has their own opinion on what is the right thing to do. The important thing for me is that we continue to try and do the right thing within our organization. Inside of our organization, we’re always going to try and do the right thing and so I think that’s important.”’
Bills players are ready to use their platform for change
‘“Ultimately, what we came up with is that we need to come together as a team to find a solution, to use our platform,” says Bills running back Devin Singletary. “What’s right is right and what’s wrong is wrong and it’s time for change.”’
Bills cut veteran kicker Stephen Hauschka
‘That leaves sixth-round draft pick out of Georgia Southern Tyler Bass to take over the Bills kicking spot.’
Why the Bills practiced Thursday and Hughes’ message to teammates
‘Ultimately, the Bills ended up going forward with their inter-squad scrimmage Thursday afternoon after hours of serious conversation.’
Jerry Hughes’ powerful words on social injustice
‘After that practice, Jerry Hughes met with reporters where he made it clear why he found it important to play and use his platform as a professional athlete.’
Bills release kicker Stephen Hauschka and punter Lachlan Edwards
‘Hauschka kicked for the Bills from 2017-2019 and is entering his 13th NFL season. In his three seasons with the Bills he made 73 of 89 field goal attempts and played in all 48 games.’
Top 3 things we learned from the Bills training camp scrimmage
‘Allen finished the day with two passing touchdowns, one rushing touchdown and an interception. From my count, he completed 33 of 45 passes with a completion rate of 73 percent. Let me add, it was quite windy in Bills Stadium today. Allen had quite a successful day connecting with new and old weapons.’
Jerry Hughes | Time to become a voice for equality
‘”We spoke about it last night,” Hughes told the media following the Bills’ intrasquad scrimmage on Thursday. “What can we do collectively as a unit, as an organization, to let the outside world know, let the nation know, how do we feel, where do we stand?’
Bills Today | Devin Singletary is ready to roll into year two
‘”I feel really prepared,” Singletary stated. “I feel like we had a great schedule this training camp, trying to help with not having preseason games. I feel great, I feel in shape, so I just have to keep taking it day by day and be ready for game one.”‘