‘In 2021, Martin averaged the third-highest net yards per punt (42.8) and placed 41.8% of his punts inside the 20-yard line (10th in the league) and 28 total inside the 20 (tied for fifth most).’
Archives for September 2022
Bills fill punter need after releasing Matt Araiza, reportedly to sign veteran Sam Martin
‘Over the last two seasons in Denver, the 32-year-old averaged 46.4 yards per punt. Last season, Smith was a top-five punter in the league statistically and set the franchise’s all-time record for net punting. He originally entered the league in 2013 as a fifth-round draft choice of the Detroit Lions where he spent the first seven years of his career.’
AFC East Preview and Predictions: It’s Buffalo’s World Now
‘This offseason the Bills added one of the greatest pass rushers in NFL history in 33-year-old Von Miller, who had 13.5 sacks last season, including four in the playoffs as he helped the Rams to the title. They also added a potential premier running back and pass-catcher out of the backfield with second-round pick James Cook from Georgia, bolstered their depth with veteran slot receiver Jamison Crowder, and drafted a cornerback in the first round, Florida’s Kaiir Elam, who could solidify what was already one of the best secondaries in the NFL. Among the AFC elite, no team did a better job this offseason of making itself more complete than Buffalo, which, from a personnel standpoint is now neck-and-neck with the Chiefs, Bengals, Titans and Ravens.’
Bills sign punter Sam Martin
‘The Fayetteville, Georgia native can also handle kickoffs. He served as the Lions primary kickoff specialist throughout his nine years in Detroit.’
Bills announce 2022 practice squad roster
‘Some of the notable names that will remain with the Bills going forward includes quarterback Matt Barkley, running back Raheem Blackshear, and wide receivers Isaiah Hodgins and Tavon Austin.’
Sam Martin is set to sign as the Bills new punter
‘Last season Martin ranked third in the NFL in net punting average at 42.8 yards per punt.’
Barkley, Hodgins, Blackshear highlight 13 players signed to the Buffalo Bills practice squad
‘On Wednesday the team announced it signed 13 players to the practice squad, highlighted by quarterback Matt Barkley, wide receiver Isaiah Hodgins and running back Raheem Blackshear.’
Stefon Diggs partners with City of Buffalo to give backpacks and school supplies to students in east Buffalo
‘It was change of scenery at the Tops Friendly Market on Jefferson Avenue; a place that has been the backdrop for so much pain since May 14th, hosted a sea of smiles, for families who may not be able to afford new school supplies this year.’
Making the cut: Lewis on the 53-man roster
‘The former UB defensive back is entering his 4th season with the Bills. He’s spent most of his career on the practice squad but has appeared in a few games during that span. The 25-year-old knows his work is just starting.’
Bills sign 13 players they cut back to practice squad
‘Three of the other four players the Bills cut a day ago were claimed on waivers by other teams: CB Nick McCloud by the Giants, DE Kingsley Jonathan by the Bears and OL Luke Tenuta by the Colts.’
Stefon Diggs & City of Buffalo partner for back to school giveaway
‘Diggs approached Mayor Byron Brown’s office with the idea to hold a back to school giveaway bash outside the Tops on Jefferson Avenue. On Wednesday, the Bills player helped hand out 300 Nike gift cards and 300 backpacks filled with supplies to local families living in that neighborhood.’
Bills’ Stefon Diggs hands out backpacks at Jefferson Avenue Tops
‘It was held on Jefferson Avenue in the parking lot of Tops, where 10 people were killed and three more wounded during a May 14 mass shooting.’
Bills bring back Blackshear, sign 13 players to practice squad
‘Barkley had practiced with the team on Tuesday ahead of the 4 p.m. cut deadline. Blackshear and Johnson both had a satisfactory training camp and preseason Gentry returns after spending last season on Buffalo’s Practice Squad.’
Bills sign punter Sam Martin
‘Buffalo has signed punter Sam Martin to a one-year deal. To make room for Martin, the Bills are placing wide receiver Marquez Stevenson (foot) on the Injured Reserve list.’
Bills sign 13 players to practice squad
‘The Buffalo Bills have signed the following players to the practice squad…’.