‘“You know that no matter what life is going to throw at you, the Mafia is always going to have your back. They’re like your family. And the Bills Mafia Babes did that for me. I experienced some really rough (times), and I finally understand the depth of really how much a stranger can touch another person by doing something that may see kind of menial to them. People I don’t know donated to my fundraiser and there are just no words when you’re on the receiving end.”’
Archives for September 24, 2021
PlayAction: Elite length on display as Bills face Washington DE duo
‘Young, 6-foot-5 and 264 pounds, was the No. 2 pick in the 2020 NFL draft and might have the best combination of size and athleticism of any defensive end in the league. Sweat, 6-6 and 262, has arms that are 35 3/4 inches long, the longest of any starting defensive end in the NFL.’
Bills injury updates: Levi Wallace limited in practice; Star Lotulelei returns
‘Bills cornerback Levi Wallace was downgraded from a full practice participant Wednesday to a limited participant Thursday as the Buffalo Bills continue their preparations for Sunday’s game against Washington.’
How we see it: News’ predictions for Bills vs. Washington in Week 3
‘A Super Bowl contender doesn’t lose at home to Taylor Heinicke. That’s the thought that keeps racing through my mind when thinking about this game.’
View from Vegas: Washington has struggled against AFC East vs. spread
‘Prediction: Bills over Washington by 10.’
With a QB grade that ranks 28th in NFL, is it too early to worry about Josh Allen?
‘Granted, that was also two very talented defenses in Baltimore and Kansas City, but no matter who the Bills are playing – and they will see another stout defense Sunday when the Washington Football Team comes to Highmark Stadium – the quarter-billion-dollar man has to rise above it and be Buffalo’s best player.’
A.J. Epenesa’s hot start no fluke; Bills DE in elite company in this Next Gen Stat category
‘“He dropped that extra weight and he’s a totally different player in a lot of ways than he was at Iowa,” Frazier said late in the 2020 season. “And it’s because his body has changed. That quickness and explosion that some people were worried about – he has it. And we’re the beneficiaries of it. He shows flashes of it and the more he plays the more comfortable he gets.”’
Rivals Rivera, McDermott share bond, common philosophy
‘Sunday will mark the second regular-season faceoff between Rivera and McDermott — a battle of mentor versus mentee — but this time, the circumstances are much different. For one, Rivera is no longer at Carolina, with the coach now trying to build Washington (1-1) into a contender. And McDermott has transformed the Bills (1-1) into one of the league’s best teams, a juggernaut that Rivera said would be a “measuring stick” for his squad.’
Sean McDermott, Ron Rivera and Leslie Frazier shared cramped quarters underneath Philly’s stadium in 1999. Sunday, they’ll reunite.
‘”You know, there are things that as an assistant coach, you don’t always understand why a coach does the things that he does sometimes,” McDermott said. “And I’m sure that was probably the case for Ron working under Andy and, and I can tell you it was the case for me working under Ron, and I think that’s healthy.”‘
Jaret Patterson anticipates good feelings in Buffalo homecoming: ‘Buffalo loves me, and I love them’
‘“I feel like it’s a sign more than anything,” he said. “I’m that type of person — that’s just the way life works. It’s just a blessing to go back to Buffalo and play the Bills, and it’s going to be an exciting thing to see.”’
Virginia Tech’s Fuller and Edmunds brothers face off in the NFL Sunday for only the fifth time
‘When the game kicks off, they’ll settle bragging rights, at least temporarily, between the families.’
To slow Josh Allen, WFT’s defense needs to be more disciplined
‘Through the first three years of his career, Allen has averaged over 500 rushing yards per season. Over that same span, he’s scored on the ground 25 times. While those aren’t Lamar Jackson numbers, the Bills QB is a threat with his legs every time he drops back.’
Friday’s Washington Coverage
Chase Young, Montez Sweat learning the ‘cost of doing business’ as pass rushers (Washington Post)
Rivals Rivera, McDermott share bond, common philosophy (Washington Times)
Molinaro: Taylor Heinicke’s self-promotion matches his outgoing play on the field (Norfolk Virginian Pilot)
Sean McDermott, Ron Rivera and Leslie Frazier shared cramped quarters underneath Philly’s stadium in 1999. Sunday, they’ll reunite. (Richmond Times Dispatch)
Jaret Patterson anticipates good feelings in Buffalo homecoming: ‘Buffalo loves me, and I love them’ (Richmond Times Dispatch)
Virginia Tech’s Fuller and Edmunds brothers face off in the NFL Sunday for only the fifth time (Richmond Times Dispatch)
‘Sorry Heineken,’ Washington Football Team QB Taylor Heinicke gets unexpected beer endorsement (ESPN)
To slow Josh Allen, WFT’s defense needs to be more disciplined (NBC Sports Washington)
Young, Del Rio not worried about WFT’s slow defensive start (NBC Sports Washington)
This is the defining moment of Taylor Heinicke’s career (WJFK-FM)
WFT Daily: Benjamin St-Juste Focused On Building His Skillset (WashingtonFootball.com)
#PickSix: On The Road To Buffalo (WashingtonFootball.com)
After Years Of Doubt and Dismissal, Taylor Heinicke Seizes His Spotlight Moment (WashingtonFootball.com)
Wake Up Washington: Terry McLaurin Is Off To A Special Start (WashingtonFootball.com)
Rivera, McDermott put ties aside as Washington faces Bills
‘“It’s kind of like when you fight your brother,” he said of facing McDermott, who was Rivera’s defensive coordinator in Carolina for six seasons. “You want to whip them, but you don’t want to hurt them.”’
Washington Looking For First Win At Buffalo Since 1987
‘KEY MATCHUP: Washington WR Terry McLaurin vs. Bills CB Tre’Davious White. Offensive coordinator Scott Turner and QB Taylor Heinicke liked targeting McLaurin against the same defender on consecutive plays against the Giants and will likely try that again at Buffalo.’