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Archives for January 5, 2021

Bills’ John Brown returns with a bang, says ‘I’m still here and … not trying to go home early’

‘“I hit him right before that little toe drag swag on the sideline for him,” Allen said, “just to get his confidence going as we’re going into the playoffs. We’re trying to be the best version of ourselves going into next week, if we can, and just getting him back out there and getting some of those reps with him was awesome.”’

Position grades: Bills pass protectors shine again vs. Dolphins

‘Offensive line (5.0): The Bills allowed just one sack and one other hit on the quarterback against a Miami defense intent on bringing pressure. The interior of the line was especially good in coordinating pickups on stunts and twists. Miami likes to use a “sugar rush,” before the snap, with all defenders milling around in a two-point stance. Credit center Mitch Morse with good traffic direction. Morse had another good game run blocking, too. He showed his mobility by putting a cut block on linebacker Calvin Munson on the 18-yard TD run by Antonio Williams. He also held off quality nose tackle Raekwon Davis up the middle on the deep TD to Gabriel Davis.’

Frank Reich loves the Bills, but is focused on pulling upset with Colts

‘“Obviously, it’s a special place for Linda and I and our family,” Reich said, referring to his wife. “Two of our girls were born there. But this is a business trip. Fortunately, I’ve been back to Buffalo a few times since as a player and as a coach. I feel like I’ve gotten all that out of my system. It’s unique, because it’s the playoffs.”‘

Bills sign WR Kenny Stills, Brian Daboll on Jets’ radar and more observations

‘Stills has excelled in the vertical passing game in his career, averaging 15.6 yards per catch with the Saints, Dolphins and Texans. Of his 37 career touchdowns, 18 have come from 40-plus yards, which is tied for fifth in the NFL since he entered the league in 2013.’

Sean Kirst: ‘It’s what keeps us going’: Pancho Billa’s family, on Josh Allen in his jacket

‘“It made me believe,” she said. “I have a strong feeling the Bills are going to the Super Bowl.”’

Jim Kubiak: How Josh Allen, Bills used sorting to solve Dolphins’ latest amoeba defense

‘The first play of the fourth quarter was a quintessential example of the type of receivers the Bills believed they needed. They chose quickness over size. They went for selfless team players. They wanted the ability to get off the jam with speed. Most importantly, they found players with offensive intelligence. Looking at the weapons today as opposed to two seasons ago, the most notable attribute is route running ability. These new Bills receivers understand leverage, how to get open and where Allen wants them to go. They all have the type of resiliency that Isaiah McKenzie showed on this simple slant route versus difficult man-to-man press coverage.’

CBS’ excitable Kevin Harlan isn’t perfect but is right choice to call 8 Bills TDs

‘“There he goes, he breaks a tackle, he’s off to the races, the punter to beat, he is zigging and zagging, oh what a play,” enthused Harlan.’

Stefon Diggs trade by Bills turns out to be NFL’s transaction of the year

‘“Very, very much appreciate and grateful for Stef,” McDermott said following the Bills 56-26 rout of the Dolphins. “Love his approach. He’s a team player. Extremely competitive and more than anything, he just wants to continue to grow and get better, and that’s probably been one of the biggest marks that he’s had on our team, which is great to see.”’

Colts have had a nice season, but they are probably best-case scenario for Bills

‘Indianapolis went 11-5 this season and that’s certainly nothing to sniff at, especially in the AFC. Look at it this way: The Colts are the No. 7 seed and they won 11 games which illuminates just how loaded the AFC side of the bracket is. No pretenders like over in the NFC with the Washington Football Team or Chicago Bears.’

NFL playoffs: 5 things Buffalo Bills fans should know about the Indianapolis Colts

‘It took some time, but running back Jonathan Taylor had a strong rookie season for the Colts. Taylor, who was drafted in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft, rushed for 1,169 yards and 11 touchdowns. However, 741 of those yards came in the last six games, including a franchise rookie record 253-yard rushing performance in the regular season finale Sunday, thanks to Pro Bowl offensive linemen Quenton Nelson and Ryan Kelly.’

Colts’ HC Frank Reich, admitted Bills fan, has immense respect for Sean McDermott

‘“I will always love Buffalo and will always be a Bills fan,” Reich said. “Except for this Saturday. I was a Bills fan on Sunday though, and they did us right.”’

Buffalo Bills sign Josh Allen’s college teammate Tanner Gentry to practice squad

‘Buffalo released receivers Gary Jennings and J.J. Nelson to make room for Gentry and veteran receiver Kenny Stills, who was reportedly set to join the team last week after going through Covid protocols. Stills, 6-foot- and 202 pounds, joins Gentry on the team’s practice squad.’

Bills reportedly schedule workout with QB Chad Kelly: Why it’s interesting timing

‘It’s certainly an eye-popping workout considering how the depth chart currently looks for the Bills. Josh Allen and Matt Barkley are one-two and the team really likes Davis Webb and rookie Jake Fromm, who’s been quarantined during game weeks in case of emergency with Covid 19.’

Bills OC Brian Daboll: Jets request interview, reportedly high on Jaguars wish list

‘The New York Jets made an official request to interview Daboll according to Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network. General manager Joe Douglas was able to see Daboll’s offense four times over the past two seasons since joining New York. Daboll’s play-calling, execution and–most importantly–his role in developing Josh Allen likely makes Daboll an intriguing possibility to Douglas. New York could ask Daboll to try to salvage Sam Darnold’s career in New York or give him the option of drafting a quarterback No. 2 overall. Zach Wilson and Justin Fields would be among the candidates with that selection.’

Bills’ Brian Daboll has best odds to become next Jets or Chargers head coach

‘Daboll is +300 for the Jets vacancy after New York fired Adam Gase on Sunday, and he’s +250 for the Chargers opening after they fired Anthony Lynn on Monday.’

Frank Reich texted Sean McDermott on Sunday after Bills win opened playoff spot for Colts

‘“There’s a professional courtesy not to do it before,” Reich said. “We all know, everybody’s got to do their thing. They earned the right to do whatever they wanted to do in the position they were in. I wasn’t about to stick my nose into that.”’

Frank Reich has been here before. Underestimate his Colts at your own peril.

‘Reich’s guys aren’t predicted to last long in these playoffs, given that in the opening round Saturday they have to meet the Buffalo Bills, winners of nine straight under the horsepower of Josh Allen, and a coach-of-the-year candidate in Sean McDermott. But arguably no man in the NFL knows better how to pull off an improbable upset than Reich, or has a more underrated burn buried in his pleasant personality.’

Churchill: With Bills decision, the whims of Cuomo shift

‘There is no rational explanation for this, no rhyme or reason to the governor’s change of heart. This is pandemic protocol by gubernatorial whim.’

Bills Riding Momentum In Preparing To Face Colts In Playoffs

‘“That’s our job on offense is to score the ball,” said Josh Allen, who finished with 224 yards passing and three touchdowns in one half. “Until coach McDermott tells us to take it easy, we’re going to keep doing what we do.”’

Bills Add Receiver Depth By Signing Stills To Practice Squad

‘In Buffalo, he joins the AFC East champion Bills (13-3) who are preparing to host the Indianapolis Colts (11-5) in a wild-card playoff game on Saturday.’

The Buffalo Bills Have Something To Prove Against The Indianapolis Colts

‘But they’ve got to prove to themselves that they’ve learned from last season’s wild-card loss to the Houston Texans. And that is to bury your opponent when you have them down. Who can forget what happened last January? The Bills were up 16-0 and still lost 22-19.’

Bills sign Kenny Stills, Tanner Gentry to practice squad

‘Buffalo announced that wide receivers Kenny Stills and Tanner Gentry had been signed to the practice squad, while fellow receivers Gary Jennings and J.J. Nelson were released from the practice squad.’

Opinion: The Big Picture: Welcome to the NFL Playoffs

‘The Bills are really, really good. Perfect? No. Only one team’s ever been perfect in the history of the league. One other one was until they got to the Super Bowl.’

Bills sign Kenny Stills and Tanner Gentry, activate Tyler Kroft from Reserve/COVID-19 list

‘Stills has played eight seasons in the NFL, spending time with the New Orleans Saints, Miami Dolphins and Houston Texans. He played 10 games with the Texans in 2020 before he was released.’

Report: Buffalo Bills scheduled to tryout quarterback Chad Kelly

‘Yates says the Bills could see Kelly as a possible reserve/future candidate.’

Here’s how testing will work for Bills fans

‘”It’s a pretty big planning process and logistics process to get this all in place,” Dr. Jon Cohen, Executive Chairman of BioReference, said.’

Wegmans to donate to Josh Norman’s ‘Buffalo Business Blitz’ in support of small businesses

‘The Buffalo Business Blitz was created by Norman in partnership with the City of Buffalo to help small businesses in need due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Norman announced an initial donation of $25,000, his goal is $1 million with $2,500 going to each business that applies.’

Thousands sign change.org petition to ban Gov. Cuomo from Bills Stadium

‘”So Cuomo is going to attend our playoff game after telling us that we can only attend at less than 10% capacity? If he thinks he has more right to a seat in that stadium over people who have waited over 20 years for this opportunity, then people better be there to protest his entry. This is OUR team! This is OUR home. We don’t want you here.”‘

More praise coming for Allen after he breaks franchise passing record

‘Drew Bledsoe took to Twitter late Monday night to congratulate Allen for breaking the Bills single-season passing record he set back in 2002.’

Bills activate TE Tyler Kroft, sign WR Kenny Stills and WR Tanner Gentry to practice squad

‘An eight-year veteran in the league, Stills started his NFL career with the New Orleans Saints where he spent his first two seasons before making the move to Miami where he played four seasons with the Dolphins. Stills has played the last two seasons in Houston. He has recorded 4,843 yards on 310 receptions for 37 touchdowns.’

Stopping the run is Job One for Bills

‘Oh, and Indianapolis, which will travel to Buffalo for a wild-card game on Saturday, was one of the hottest rushing teams in the league down the stretch. The Colts rushed for 185 yards a game over their last four games, with rookie Jonathan Taylor breaking out for 560 during that stretch.’

Bills OC Brian Daboll not focused potential head coaching jobs

‘“When you win people want a piece of winners and success and I get that. I think those things will be handled in an appropriate manner at the appropriate time,” McDermott said.’

Frank Reich’s return to Buffalo is a ‘business trip’ for Wild Card weekend

‘“Obviously it’s a special place for Linda and I and our family, two of our girls were born there but this is a business trip. Fortunately I’ve been back to Buffalo a few times since as a player and as a coach. I feel like I’ve gotten all that out of my system,” Reich said.’

Testing for fans with Bills Wild Card tickets to begin Wednesday Morning

‘A spokesperson for BioReference, the firm which is conducting the testing, tells News 4 the testing will take place between 6:30 a.m. and 9 p.m. on both days. The testing will take place in Lot 4 of the Bills Stadium parking lot, where temporary structures are being constructed. All fans must pass a BioReference test and show proof at the gate Saturday to get into Bills Stadium. On Monday, emails which include a link to pre-register for a test are being sent to ticket holders.’

Bills fan calls on Buffalo to name a street for Josh Allen

‘“He just plays with a lot of heart and he’s brought the Bills Mafia and the entire community so much happiness in a short period of time,” Peel said.’

Colts fans donate to Patricia Allen Fund at Oishei after Bills win clinches them a playoff spot

‘“Yesterday was the hardest I’ve ever rooted for them and cheered every time they scored,” Palmer said.’

In his 17th season, Colts QB Philip Rivers is still a weapon

‘“He’s as good as there is out there, I believe. He’s shown that, he’s gotten his team to the playoffs,” Bills head coach Sean McDermott said. “He’s got weapons around him, in front of him. He’s smart, sees it all. You look at the quarterbacks in the playoffs, these teams didn’t get there on their own. It’s a quarterback-driven league. He continues to play at a very high level.”’

Ex Buffalo Bills excited for this year’s squad as it embarks on playoff run

‘He also sees similarities between the current crop of Bills receivers lead by Pro Bowl starter Stefon Diggs (who also set team records this year for receptions and yardage) and the trio which he played with, which included Hall of Famers Andre Reed and James Lofton.’

Preparations begin to conduct COVID-19 testing of Bills fans ahead of Wild Card playoff game

‘”It is probably the first mandatory fan testing program in the country,” said Dr. Jon Cohen, the executive chairman of BioReference, the company that’s doing the testing.’

NFL teams request head coach interviews with Bills OC Daboll

‘NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported Monday the New York Jets have requested to interview Daboll for their head coaching position after firing Adam Gase.’

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