‘So there’s always ebbs and flows in the O-line performance as the season progresses, and even in the game. So we always break down the O-line going after that first play about having each other’s back, no matter what. Because the first play might be a bad play, or it might be a great play. Let’s have each other’s back no matter what. And then when push comes to shove, and especially in a hostile environment, we still got to do our jobs and do the best we can, and the only way we can do that is if we’re working together.’
Archives for October 16, 2021
Buffalo Bills’ Matt Milano practices again; Titans’ Kristian Fulton sits out
‘The Bills have a bye week after Tennessee and might be tempted to hold out Milano to give him extra time to heal.’
Ex-Lt. Gov. Robert Duffy: If money isn’t spent on new Bills stadium, ‘it will be spent somewhere else’
‘I remember sitting at a Buffalo hotel during the last negotiations as the Bills’ (representatives) went through a very specific breakdown of their revenues, expenses and comparables with large-market teams. I was always so impressed with the work they did to keep their heads above water, be sustainable economically and keep the team here. It also reinforces: They do need help. For those who argue we shouldn’t use state or government money, I disagree with that totally. We need to keep the Bills in Buffalo. It has to be a fair negotiation.’
Bills’ Taron Johnson is shutting down receivers, becoming a top nickel corner in the NFL
‘According to Pro Football Focus, in the first five games last year Johnson allowed 27 pass completions on 34 attempts into his coverage responsibility, a 79.4 completion percentage, and those plays totaled 306 yards.’
Cole Beasley has ‘been a pro,’ accepted reduced role in Bills offense last 2 games
‘“He’s ready to go at all times. I’ve got no loss of faith or confidence in him,” Allen said. “I know he feels the same way. He just wants to help this team win football games and whatever the case may be for that, he’s willing to do.”’
Buffalo Bills fan trusting Southwest with precious cargo ahead of Titans game (Look)
‘Megan, the Station Manager for Southwest Airlines at Buffalo, shared a picture of the table in question. Attached was a note that read, “Dear SWA (Southwest Airlines), Please keep this table safe for MNF.” The note was simply signed Bills Mafia.’
Saturday’s Tennessee Coverage
A.J. Brown indicates Tennessee Titans are limiting him until later in the season (Nashville Tennessean)
Tennessee Titans’ Julio Jones indicates he’ll play against Bills: ‘I’m going to be ready to go’ (Nashville Tennessean)
For Titans, containing Josh Allen starts with slowing the Bills run game (Nashville Post)
Titans Wide Receiver Julio Jones ‘Ready To Go’ Vs. Bills (AP)
Tennessee Titans WR Julio Jones to return from two-game absence vs. Buffalo Bills on Monday night (ESPN)
Titans WR Julio Jones: ‘I feel great, I’m ready to go’ (WKRN-TV)
Quick Hits After Friday’s Titans Practice (TennesseeTitans.com)
Behind Enemy Lines: A Quick Look at the Buffalo Bills (TennesseeTitans.com)
Weekend Mailbag: Jim Wyatt Answers Questions From Titans Fans Leading Up to MNF Game vs Buffalo Bills (TennesseeTitans.com)
Bills’ 3rd-year tight end Knox enjoying breakthrough season
‘“The little things you do right start to add up,” interjected Allen, who shared the podium. “This guy does everything right throughout the week, and it’s awesome to play with him.”’
McDermott: Derrick Henry playing at ‘an all-time high level’
‘”He’s playing at a high level, and probably an all-time high level. He’s big, he’s fast, he breaks tackles. Then the combination of what they’ve added outside with Julio Jones and A.J. Brown, to what was an already good receiving corps, makes it a tough combination with what they can do at the line of scrimmage and what they can do in the passing game.”‘
Nashville Bills fans prepare for Monday Night Football
‘”I put in a larger kitchen so that I could feature the food I love from Buffalo,” owner Ken Rebman said.’
Why Brett Favre and Drew Brees think the Bills are set up for success
‘”[Josh Allen] will beat you in a number of ways,” Favre said. “With his feet and legs, he’s just in his way, just as dangerous. A great leader, you can tell that the guys love playing with him.”‘
Jaquan Johnson is making an impact on and off the field
‘Johnson’s nonprofit organization is a community-based youth mentoring program designed to encourage & support long standing relationships between adult role models & children ages 6-18. In the past his foundation has put on free shopping events and backpack drives for the kids.’
7 things to watch for in Bills at Titans | Week 6
‘With 35 points against Tennessee on Monday night, the Bills would become the fourth team to register at least 35 points in five consecutive games within a single season in NFL history (Broncos – 6 games in 2013, Rams – 6 games in 2000, Eagles – 5 games in 1949).’