‘“The thing that really attracted me was I was playing against Buffalo the last few years and just kind of seeing how close they’ve been to competing for a Super Bowl,” Crowder said Wednesday. “And going against the guys when I was in New York, knowing how that defense played, and having the guys on the offensive side of the football. That’s why it’s a great opportunity for me to come in and try to contribute.”’
Archives for March 28, 2022
How could a Buffalo Bills stadium be financed? Other NFL deals provide clues
‘In addition to direct construction or maintenance costs paid for by the state and Erie County, there will likely be bonds issued by Erie County to build the stadium, predicts Robert Silverman, a University at Buffalo professor of urban and regional planning.’
Hochul Weighs a $1.4 Billion Stadium for Her Hometown Football Team
‘“If she were seen as the person that let the Bills leave, then she’s probably got a shelf life,” said Assemblyman Patrick Burke, a Democrat from Buffalo whose district includes the Bills’ stadium. “But if she’s also seen as someone who doesn’t drive a hard bargain and just gives away public dollars to billionaires, that’s going to be a problem for everyone, including me.”’
Bills’ Sean McDermott wants Josh Allen to run less in 2022: ‘We’re always trying to evolve’
‘”We’re always trying to evolve — on the field, off the field, schematically — and in this case with Josh’s running or the amount of times that we run him, we have to continue to evolve that way and making sure we’re doing right by him by doing right by our team,” McDermott said at the NFL Owners Meetings Sunday, via NFL.com. “So, we are going to keep a close eye on that. But the one thing we will never take from Josh is his competitive nature and spirit. So, he’s gonna do it when he’s gonna do it.”‘
NFL Owners set to vote on Bills Stadium proposal Monday
‘What we still don’t know is how much of that funding will come from taxpayers, that information is expected to be announced later this week with the New York State budget due on Friday.’
Bills stadium deal could come by Monday
‘As overtime rules are being discussed around the league, so is the plan for a new stadium in Orchard Park. Sources close to the situation believe a deal could be done as soon as Monday, one that would loan Buffalo $200 million to help build a new home field.’