‘“Just going back to that place I would say we played them earlier in the year. I would have had that feeling earlier in the year more than anything, but being in the position that we are in now we’re grateful for the opportunity to be in the show, to be in the playoffs,” Diggs said after practice on Wednesday.’
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Allen showing knack for rising to biggest of occasions
‘“As of late, you’ve really seen Josh turn into the quarterback that we’ve seen all along as far as him leading us, him being that driving force,” Stefon Diggs said. “When things get tough, it’s easy to have his back. It’s easy to want to run through a wall for him because you know he’ll do the same for you.”’
Bills bringing past playoff experiences into Arrowhead
‘“I think it’s just repetitions of in-game reps. You know, being in the playoffs the last few years, taking the experience and the knowledge that we’ve gained, understanding that every drive that you have in the playoffs is very crucial to the game,” said Allen. “Being smart with the football and not pressing. And playing away games, it’s not easy to do especially come playoff time. On top of that in a place like Arrowhead where those fans are super loud, they make it really hard for the opposing team.”’
Bills coach Sean McDermott addresses media ahead of divisional round playoff game vs Chiefs
‘Sean McDermott compared winning the super bowl to having a big chocolate milkshake.’
Josh Allen on AFC playoff rematch with Chiefs: ‘We got to make some plays’
‘“They got guys who are playing really well,” Allen said. “Outside, they got a couple of guys that can go get after the quarterback, some smart, savvy guys in the secondary that are playing really good football together right now so we got to be on top of our game, communication-wise, obviously with the crowd noise and we got to make some plays Sunday night.”’
Bills prepare for a familiar opponent with increased stakes in AFC divisional playoff round
‘”I think they’re a little bit more patient with their offense,” Bills’ safety Jordan Poyer said. “I think, earlier on in the season for whatever reason, maybe some of the check-downs they weren’t hitting early on. But now they’re able to … Pat [Mahomes] seems like he’s able to be a little more patient with the ball in his hands. He’s not forcing huge throws down the field. If it’s not there, he’s checking it down.”‘
Bills rookie tackle Tommy Doyle’s big-man touchdown a byproduct of big win, hard work
“We called the play in the huddle, I obviously knew it was coming,” said Doyle, who was wide open. “We got the look we wanted. I just felt real dialed-in in the moment. Executed the play, caught the ball and after that, I kind of blacked out. I looked into the crowd, saw how hyped up everyone was, so I figured I might as well go jump in the crowd.”’
Chiefs defense has gotten better since first meeting with Bills
‘Kansas City will have two key defensive linemen on the field who did not play in the Week 5 meeting between the teams, won by the Bills 38-20.’
Bills assistant GM Joe Schoen has second interview for Giants’ GM job
‘Schoen’s first interview was conducted via video conference, but this time he traveled to East Rutherford, N.J. for a tour of the team facilities and in-person meetings with co-owners John Mara and Steve Tisch and Vice President of Player Personnel Chris Mara and other members of the front office.’
Buffalo Bills roll $2.3 million in unused cap space into next season
‘The maneuver, which all teams execute, gives the Bills $10.9 million in cap space for next season, according to the sports financial website Spotrac.com. That ranks 24th in the league. The league average currently is $20 million.’
Bills’ Harrison Phillips wins $5,000 in Walter Payton Man of the Year Charity Challenge
‘Kansas City Chiefs safety Tyrann Mathieu receives $25,000 for finishing in first place, while Indianapolis Colts cornerback Kenny Moore gets $10,000 for second place. There were more than 2.9 million votes cast by NFL fans for the nominees of all 32 teams.’
James P. McCoy: Inside memorable photo of Stefon Diggs watching the Chiefs celebrate
‘McDermott ended his embrace and left the field, but Diggs stayed. I zoomed in on Diggs standing on the field by himself from the vantage point behind the bench. My photo assistant came sprinting up to me, yelling that the best view of the photo was from behind him, with the Chiefs celebrating in the back, from the end zone. I sprinted through the seats to the end zone. I was praying Diggs would hold his ground for just a few more seconds.’
Jim Kubiak: In perfect game, Bills’ Josh Allen thrives no matter what the Patriots try to throw at him
‘The Patriots were daring the Bills to run, and Daboll accepted the challenge. The ability to run effectively and force the Patriots to have to cover the entire width of the field complemented the passing game and set up manageable third downs. Allen has never looked more in control and has never played at a higher level than he did in this game.’
Erik Brady: ‘Net Boy’ makes his return and wouldn’t miss a demolition of the Patriots
‘”I live right in their backyard,” he says. “And I wanted to take my 22-year-old daughter. She has lived in New England all her life, except when she was in school at Notre Dame. And she loves the Bills.”’
Emmanuel Sanders gives Bills teammates marching orders for entering ‘hostile’ Arrowhead
‘“I think the motto is: We all we got and we all we need,” Sanders said in an interview on ESPN’s SportsCenter. “Obviously going into a hostile environment like that we gotta bring our own energy. I know the Chiefs fans are gonna be loud and the environment is going to be crazy. Obviously it’s the playoffs.”’