‘Gilliam was barely recruited out of high school and walked on at the University of Toledo. He wasn’t a starter until his junior season, and he switched from running back to tight end. He went undrafted and signed with the Bills in 2020 after the draft, morphing again, this time to a fullback.’
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Camp observations: Bills offense line trending up as Rodger Saffold returns
‘He was still limited and didn’t participate in team drills, but it’s a positive step for both the 13-year veteran and for the offensive line as a whole. Center Mitch Morse had a veteran’s rest day, postponing the projected starters from taking the field together for the first time at camp.’
Ultimate Bills underdog Reggie Gilliam surprised with contract extension at training camp
‘“Not at all; I was not expecting it at all, it kind of came out of the blue and I was like, ‘OK, let’s do it,’” Gilliam said with a big smile after the Bills wrapped up a training camp practice at the blast furnace that was St. John Fisher University. “Obviously it offers a lot of security, but it also offers the fact that they believe in me. And I’m out to prove them right.”’
Bills’ Rodger Saffold returns; Boogie Basham stands out on Day 10 of camp (Observations)
‘Saffold was limited in action taking part in individual drills as the Bills will likely ease the guard into action.’
Bills Camp: Gilliam signs extension; Saffold practices for first time, other injury updates on Day 11
‘During Gilliam’s meeting with the media, he discussed his long, arduous trek toward finding the stability he has been searching for since starting his playing career, which began at Westland High School near Columbus, OH. Gilliam recalled that, during his time at Westland, the football team only won a total of seven games. But despite a lack of team success, his performance managed to shine through and, after a long wait, he received an opportunity to walk on at the University of Toledo. Upon making the Rockets’ roster, Gilliam says he became the first athlete from his high school to play at the Division I level.’
Rodger Saffold joins Buffalo Bills training camp after recovering from car crash
‘He signed with the Bills as a free agent this offseason and is expected to be the starting left guard. Saffold was limited in his first practice back but took light reps with the first-team offense and began to ease his way back into the fold. Center Mitch Morse, the only starting offensive lineman who had not missed a day of training camp practice, was out with a vet day.’
Reggie Gilliam signs two-year extension with Bills
‘Gilliam has been with Buffalo since joining as an undrafted free agent in 2020. Gilliam was set to be an RFA in the 2023 offseason before signing this extension.’
Saffold activated, returns to practice
‘Saffold dressed and participated in individual position work, but didn’t take any reps against the defense in one-on-one or team drills.’
Bills OC Ken Dorsey finding balance in working with offensive position groups
‘Dorsey doesn’t want any of his guys to feel their role within his offensive system is “undervalued.” And despite the challenges of carving out time to be present with each position group. He knows that finding the right balance will be crucial for the long term success of his offense as a whole moving forward.’
Reggie Gilliam signs 2-year extension, Saffold returns
‘Gilliam’s work ethic speaks for itself. He started his journey playing for a high school football team who only won seven games within a four-year span. He then joined Toledo as a walk-on, ultimately earning a spot in Buffalo as an undrafted free agent in 2020.’
Mitch Morse’s camp performance isn’t going unnoticed
‘Which when you consider how much rotation that position group has gone through adjusting for injuries, his ability to stay healthy and be a constant presence for Josh Allen and company becomes crucial. The work he’s put in and the help he’s provided to many of the new faces up front haven’t gone unnoticed by the guys around him.’
Bills coaches, players give praise to center Mitch Morse
‘“I think anytime you’ve got great experience in the middle it’s going to help,” Ken Dorsey said prior to practice at St. John Fisher University. “That calming influence that he brings I think is extremely helpful.”’
Ken Dorsey preps for play-calling duties as Bills’ offensive coordinator
‘”I think it is progressing really well,” he said. “The guys have a good sense of urgency when we are in and out of the huddle or swapping out receivers or personnel. I think the communication has been good. It was a good test the other night to get that rolling in a bit of a live action. These preseason games will be good for that communication, and to continue to grow and get a feel for each other, and that smoothness to be able to do those things.”‘
Gilliam’s amazing path leads to NFL millions
‘Reportedly, the deal could be worth over five million dollars.’
Monroe County celebrates Buffalo Bills’ return to St. John Fisher University
‘“We couldn’t do what we do without all of them, so be able to say thank you-for them to honor us- we’d like to give them a proclamation so we can honor them,” said Raccuia. “What they’re doing for us over these few weeks is critically important to the football team on their field and the organization off the field, so we’re thankful for that as well.”’