‘“It’s the best feeling ever. We’re just so stoked to be back,” said Mike Ullett, who traveled from Canada. “We’ve been secluded at home up North in Canada for ever and just coming back here is the best thing ever it’s been way too long.”’
Archives for December 2021
Bills, Patriots set to clash in primetime for top spot in AFC East
‘What makes this game so great is not only the rivalry itself but because of how well-matched up both sides of the ball are for each team. We speak about the success of Mac Jones this season, but the Bills defense has been one of the best, if not the best unit in the league this year.’
Carucci Take2: Bills will give favorable answer to identity question Monday night
‘Yes, he has played well and is a strong favorite to be named NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year. Yes, he’s from a big-time program, Alabama, and performed more like an established veteran than a newbie. But there is reason to believe Jones’ lack of experience will compromise his ability to lead his team to victory Monday night.’
Thad’s Three Things: Bills vs. Patriots
‘There is also snow and rain possible, but the wind by itself is enough to affect every pass thrown. That’s going to hurt the Bills. They are the much better passing team and the team more likely, in normal weather, to try more deeper throws. It doesn’t mean the Bills don’t still have an advantage in that department, but the weather will stunt it.’
Top 10 reasons to be excited for Bills vs. Patriots on Monday Night Football
‘But it will be very, very impactful. The Bills, with a win, would have a 76-percent chance to win the AFC East based on simulations conducted by The New York Times playoff machine. They would move a half-game up on the Patriots and two games ahead in divisional play – meaning they would own the tiebreaker over the Patriots so long as they take care of business against the Jets in Week 18.’
NFL analysts | Bills vs. Patriots game predictions | Monday Night Football
‘The Patriots have been the best team in the NFL for the last six weeks, and I don’t see that changing in Buffalo. New England takes a major step toward winning the AFC East.’
Bills vs. Patriots | How to watch, stream, and listen | Week 13
‘Fans in Canada can find the game on TSN 1, 3, and 4 and RDS2.’
Bills special teams coach on Tyler Bass, choosing between kick returners, elite coverage and more
‘Farwell spoke to The News about a range of special teams topics this week, including Bass, the return game, kick and punt coverage units and more heading into one of the most important games of the season.’
Bills DT Star Lotulelei a full participant Satuday; Ford, Gilliam and Obada questionable
‘While it bodes well for both Lotulelei and Brown, coach Sean McDermott has still erred on the side of caution. Ahead of practice Saturday, he stressed that he still wanted to get one more look at both of them.’
Bills Mailbag: With Patriots game looming, how nervous should ‘Mafia’ members be?
‘With that said, let’s not pen the Bills’ 2021 obituary just yet. A win over New England brings the possibility of the No. 1 seed in the AFC. McDermott has talked about wanting his team to be playing its best in December and January. Certainly, the Bills weren’t at their best in November, and the loss of All-Pro cornerback Tre’Davious White has been a tough start to December, but all the Bills’ goals are still in front of them. They just need to go out and do it. No more talking about what a great team they think they have. It’s time to show it.’
Public hearings on Bills stadium lease negotiations begin Monday
‘They will be held at 6 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.’
Viewpoints: Downtown stadium is best and least expensive choice
‘The city’s existing infrastructure obviates the need for extensive utility modifications and extensions since the site sits in the middle of a network of storm drainage, sanitary sewers and gas and electric service. Additional parking shouldn’t be required because the site is surrounded by surface parking and parking structures, all within walking distance. Also, since the site is about 80% vacant, acquisition costs will be minimized.’
Turnovers have become an issue the past month for Josh Allen and the Bills
‘His worst game came in that unconscionable loss at Jacksonville when he threw two picks in the third quarter and lost a fumble in the fourth and they were all on him.’
A ‘Star’ returns? Bills DT Lotulelei could be key to stopping Patriots’ rushing attack
‘Even if he’s at less than 100%, Lotulelei would help clog things upfront against the Patriots on Monday Night Football.’
Sunday’s New England Coverage
Bill Belichick, Josh McDaniels deserve a lot of credit for Mac Jones’s performance (Boston Globe)
Patriots safety Devin McCourty continues to make a difference off the field, as well as on (Boston Globe)
Kyle Dugger still under COVID-19 protocol, leaving his status against Bills in limbo (Boston Globe)
NFL Notes: Patriots’ throwback style brings enjoyment to former players (Boston Herald)
Patriots-Bills injury report: Dont’a Hightower removed, 8 Pats questionable for Monday (Boston Herald)
Damien Harris: Patriots are still playing for James White, RB is ‘with us every single day’ (Springfield Republican)
Christian Barmore, Trent Brown among 8 Patriots listed as questionable for Bills game on Monday Night Football (Springfield Republican)
NFL Playoff picture: Who Patriots fans should be rooting for in Sunday’s games (Springfield Republican)
Patriots-Bills: Once a Monday Night to forget may be one to remember (Nashua Telegraph)
Patriots to bring back popular red throwback jerseys next season, will wear uniform for first time in 10 years (CBS Sports)
Patriots’ J.C. Jackson Eager For Shot At Redemption Vs. Bills’ Stefon Diggs (NESN)
Stefon Diggs Compared J.C. Jackson To This Cornerback Before Week 13 Game (NESN)
Like Kendrick Bourne, Jakobi Meyers Credits Patriots For His Development (NESN)
Patriots Injury Report: Eight Players Questionable For Monday Bills Game (NESN)
Patriots cornerback J.C. Jackson reminds Stefon Diggs of this NFL star (NBC Sports Boston)
Curran: Why Jones excelling on rookie deal is disaster for Bills, rest of NFL (NBC Sports Boston)
J.C. Jackson explains how he’s having another terrific season (WEEI-FM)
Patriots have 8 players questionable for Monday night vs. Bills (WEEI-FM)
No Patriots Players Ruled Out Ahead Of Monday Night Football Showdown With Bills (WBZ-TV)
Notebook: High school championships a nice flashback for Harris (Patriots.com)
NFL Week 13: Patriots – Bills Injury Report (Patriots.com)