‘“The process, it was different,” Bates said Monday after practice at St. John Fisher University. “It was my first time going through something like that. Being a restricted free agent, I didn’t really have much of a decision. Didn’t really have much control of the situation. The only thing I could control is accepting or not accepting any offer sheet that was sent toward me. I kind of had the mindset where it was just whatever happened, happened. I didn’t really stress about it because, why stress about something that’s out of your control?”’
Archives for August 9, 2022
Observations: Bills get good news up front as Spencer Brown takes starting reps at right tackle
‘“I think we’re trending in a good direction,” coach Sean McDermott said of Brown before practice. “I think he’s in a good mental space right now with where he is and where he wants to go, and I think the trainers and Spencer both have done a phenomenal job.”’
Terry Pegula and Ron Raccuia to represent Bills at NFL league meeting
‘Kim Pegula has been an active member in NFL ownership groups, serving on the Super Bowl Committee, Major Events Advisory Committee, Business Ventures Committee and the NFL Foundation Committee, among other roles.’
Buffalo Bills rookie Khalil Shakir is opening eyes, winning over teammates with camp performance
‘With Shakir, the coaches need to see as much of him in live situations as possible in the three preseason games because given his strong performance to date, he’s making a legitimate push to not only make the 53-man roster, but possibly be active on game day.’
Von Miller & Odell Beckham Jr. ready to ‘chase this ring… AGAIN’ with Buffalo Bills?
‘It seemed like a playful comment, but Beckham Jr.’s interest in Buffalo sounded legitimate after Hall of Fame receiver Andre Reed mentioned an “interesting convo” with the receiver.’
Bills’ James Cook showing ‘flashes’ of big brother, Dalvin Cook: Day 11 camp Observations
‘The athletic ability of Buffalo Bills running back James Cook has been on full display on the fields of St. John Fisher University the past few weeks.’
Bills Camp: Offense struggles as defense continues to shine; Offensive line getting healthier on Day 11
‘Monday was another solid practice for Benford, who also had a pass break up on a throw to WR Isaiah Hodgins later in practice. Hodgins caught a few passes throughout team drills, including a one-handed touchdown grab that came on a nicely-thrown pass from Case Keenum. The sweet pitch and catch served as the play of the day and furthered Hodgins’ case to crack the 53-man roster.’
Josh Allen steamed after autograph seeker throws football at him
‘As Allen jogged off the field at St. John Fisher University and into the locker room following Sunday’s practice, he waved to several members of the Bills Mafia that held out jerseys and paraphernalia to be signed. Once it seemed as though the star quarterback wasn’t going to stop and sign autographs, one desperate fan took matters into their own hands.’
Odell Beckham Jr. appears to show interest in playing for Bills, and he’s being recruited to Buffalo by a star
‘After Miller shared a video of himself at Bills training camp, Beckham replied by asking if the locker next to Miller’s was available in the Bills locker room.’
Christian Benford continues to gain opportunities
‘That continued on Monday, as the rookie from Villanova rotated with both third-year veteran Dane Jackson and first-round pick Kaiir Elam with the first unit.’
Listen: Raccuia: We’re ‘very close’ to revealing look of new Bills stadium
‘”We’re very close,” said Executive Vice President of Pegula Sports and Entertainment, Ron Raccuia on Monday during an appearance on the “Howard and Jeremy Show” on WGR. “We have some schematic drawings, we have some renderings. We’re very, very close to showing what the stadium is going to look like from the outside and from the inside.”‘
Case Keenum embracing new role in Buffalo
‘”My job is getting ready to play. Getting ready to go out and get first downs. Turning drives into touchdowns and winning games. That’s how I prepare no matter what,” said Keenum.’
Ryan Bates happy to be back with Bills after being an RFA this offseason
‘“It’s awesome, it’s nice to be wanted, it’s nice for someone to want you on their team. I have a great relationship with McDermott and Beane and I’m very fortunate to be in the position I am right now, being back with the Buffalo Bills,” Bates said Monday after practice.’
How to watch the Bills-Colts preseason game
‘NFL Network is carrying the game nationally, though it will be blacked out in much of the Bills’ broadcast market.’
Carucci Take2: Don’t look for Bills’ Josh Allen to play Saturday or perhaps at all during the preseason
‘It makes perfect sense to not expose Allen to potential injury. Though it would figure to be helpful to have him and offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey work together in a game setting, with Dorsey calling plays for the first time in his coaching career, the risk of Allen getting hurt far outweighs whatever benefit would come from playing in a meaningless game.’