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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.”‘

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.’

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.’

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.’

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.’

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.”’

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.”‘

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.’

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.’

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.”’