‘The contract is for six years and up to $120 million, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, who was first to report the deal. According to multiple reports, Miller’s contract will pay him $52.5 million over the first three years, and includes $45 million fully guaranteed at signing.’
Archives for March 17, 2022
Mark Gaughan: Von Miller is a guy who can help Josh Allen get over the hump
‘Allen has lifted the possibilities for the franchise. With him on the field, the Bills are going to be a pretty good team – at the worst – for the next decade or so.’
Bills sign tight end O.J. Howard to one-year deal
‘A first-round draft pick by the Buccaneers in 2017 out of Alabama, he has played 59 games, tallying 1,737 receiving yards, 119 receptions and 15 touchdowns.’
Bills restructure Micah Hyde’s contract to free up salary cap space
‘Contracts website spotrac.com went into greater detail on the restructure. Specifically, $3.18 million of Hyde’s base salary and a $2.5 million roster bonus were converted into the signing bonus. The Bills also added three void years to Hyde’s contract.’
J.D. McKissic changes mind, re-signs with Washington Commanders
‘McKissic’s agents contend Washington didn’t offer him a contract until an agreement with the Bills had been reached.’
Bills allow defensive tackle Justin Zimmer to reach unrestricted free agency
‘Not tendering an offer to Zimmer does not necessarily close the door on his return. He is now an unrestricted free agent, and can re-sign with the Bills if the two sides are interested. Zimmer impressed the coaching staff with his work ethic before getting hurt.’
Bills invite fans to have say in new stadium development
‘They’re offering a cross-section of fans, based on seniority, age, seat location and demographic, the opportunity to attend focus group sessions at Highmark Stadium.’
In a bombshell of a free agent signing, Bills land star edge rusher Von Miller
‘Miller has recorded 115.5 sacks during his 11-year NFL career including 9.5 combined between Denver and Los Angeles last season. He is an eight-time Pro Bowler, a three-time All-Pro, a two-time Super Bowl champ and was the MVP of Super Bowl 50.’
Three things to know about Von Miller, Buffalo Bills new edge rusher
‘To be the dominant edge rusher the Bills have lacked since Williams enjoyed a 14.5 sack season in 2014. Miller is exactly the kind of player the Bills have needed throughout Sean McDermott’s tenure as head coach, an edge rusher who opposing offensive coordinators have to account for on every play.’
Three things to know about O.J. Howard, Buffalo Bills new tight end
‘Howard was picked No. 19 overall in the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft, but his career has been marked by injuries. He has played in just 59 of a possible 81 games and has 119 catches for 1,737 yards and 15 TDs.’
Three things to know about DaQuan Jones, Buffalo Bills new defensive lineman
‘Unlike Lotulelei who really hasn’t been any of those three things the last two years, Jones has been the opposite. Since 2015 he has missed only four games, all of those in 2017.’
Buffalo Bills land premier pass rusher, sign Super Bowl champion Von Miller to 6-year deal
‘According to Aaron Wilson from Pro Football Network, there is $53 million in total guarantees and $32 million guaranteed at signing for Miller. That essentially turns the contract into a three-year deal as the Bills should have an out.’
Why Von Miller picked the Bills: Piecing together potential franchise-altering signing
‘Rodrigue said there was surprise inside the Rams organization after Miller’s decision because of the push they made. Miller wanted a long commitment from a team and the Bills made one.’
‘Is 40 open?’ Von Miller shares first message with Bills Mafia
‘Buffalo attempted to trade for Miller at the NFL trade deadline, but ultimately lost out to the Los Angeles Rams. The Rams sent the Denver Broncos a 2022 second-round pick and a 2022 third-round pick for the pass-rusher. The move ultimately paid off with the Rams hoisting the Lombardi Trophy at the end of the year.’
Patriots star Matthew Judon is not happy about Bills signing Von Miller
‘The New England Patriots’ big free agent addition from 2021, was on Twitter shortly after news broke of the Bills signing pass-rusher Von Miller. Judon did not utter a single word to describe his feelings, but sometimes a GIF goes a long way.’