‘As of midday Friday, nearly $110,000 has been donated in 5,500 donations to the P.U.N.T. Pediatric Cancer Collaborative, an organization that Dawson Knox has supported.’
Archives for November 2022
Leslie Frazier, Elijah Pitts among finalists for Black College Football Hall of Fame
‘Pitts starred at running back for Philander Smith College in Arkansas from 1958 to 1961. He then spent 11 seasons as a player in the NFL, nine with the Green Bay Packers. Pitts was an assistant coach with the Bills first from 1978 to 1980 and then from 1985 through 1997. He died at age 60 in 1998.’
Position grades: Bills’ pass defense rating takes fall after mismatch with Vikings
‘Defensive backs (1.5): The Bills’ defensive backfield that started a seventh-round pick (Dane Jackson), two sixth-rounders (Christian Benford and Damar Hamlin) and an undrafted free agent (Cam Lewis) was exposed by Justin Jefferson. Actually, Hamlin turned in another solid game, impressing again with his physicality. He had 11 tackles. He didn’t miss any tackles. Benford, however, missed Dalvin Cook on the long TD run. Benford also had pass breakups on third-and-1 and fourth-and-1 plays. But he didn’t get his head around on a second-and-22 pass interference on the last drive. The Bills had Jefferson well covered on that play. Jackson gave up the 22-yard TD and the late 24-yarder to Jefferson.’
With a nod to history and to Buffalo, new Bills stadium will be an experience for those who enter
‘A 2019 stadium study commissioned by the Bills cites the importance of everyday use, making the stadium grounds “open and active year-round with event and hospitality offerings.” That study, which was conducted by the Bills’ stadium design firm Populous and CAA ICON, a consulting group no longer involved in the project, emphasized the importance of bringing people together. It prioritizes creating “communal areas,” “social experiences” and incorporating “an iconic feature that serves as a calling card while maintaining authenticity.”’
Bills vs. Browns weather: Snow game may be on tap in Week 11 as winter storm watch issued for Buffalo area
‘A projected one to two feet are forecasted to hit the area while the heaviest squalls could produce one to two inches of snow per hour, per the National Weather Service. Below-freezing air blowing across Lake Erie is expected to generate snow throughout the weekend.’
Efforts to support Bills tight end Dawson Knox continues months after suffering tragic loss
‘”Growing up in the hospital rooms, being able to bring smiles to the kids’ faces. Just to even distract them for ten minutes for what they’re dealing with, even meeting the parents and bringing the smile to their faces and taking some pictures. Anyone that is wearing a Bills jersey in this community is going to have a pretty awesome platform to build some love,” Buffalo tight end, Dawson Knox said.’
Buffalo Bills host Thanksgiving Blitz to distribute holiday meals with Feedmore WNY
‘Bills rookie wide receiver Khalil Shakir was among the players on hand. Shakir says he was happy to give back to a community that loves to support the hometown team.’
Dawson Knox, PUNT Pediatric Cancer Collaborative announce new programs funded by donations
‘“He was so excited he came in and gave me a big hug,” Knox said, laughing. “He accidentally side swiped me in the mouth, and I had blood all in my teeth for half the pictures.”’
Bills rookies give back to WNY ahead of Thanksgiving
‘“Not only are these families allowed to come out and they’re able to receive a wonderful, wholesome Thanksgiving meal completely funded by the Buffalo Bills, but they’re also able to meet the players, take a photo with them, say hello,” FeedMore WNY Public Relations Manager Catherine Shick said.’
Buffalo Bills give back to community for Thanksgiving
‘Also on Tuesday night, Jordan Poyer joined his teammates to deliver even more food to ECMC’s dialysis center to help patients and their families.’
Bills ‘blink’ in back-to-back losses
‘Whether it was the defense allowing a 4th & 18 conversion or Josh Allen fumbling a simple snap on his goal line, the Bills now find themselves in third place in the AFC East.’
Bills Today: Dawson Knox and P.U.N.T. announce Luke’s Locker for childhood cancer patients
‘”As you can expect, it’s just an absolute blessing,” Knox said. “My parents, their jaws dropped when they heard the figure that had been raised, and even just the #LukesLegacy. It means so much to my family too because we know how incredible of a person Luke was. Now, so many people have rallied behind him and our family. It just means so much to us, and we couldn’t be more thankful for everybody.”‘
Allen’s struggles aren’t the only Bills’ problems
‘And, oh yeah, the Bills haven’t scored a second-half TD since last month in Kansas City, three games ago.’
Observations: Bills still not shedding any light on Tre’Davious White’s continued absence
‘“I can understand where you’re coming from on that. I’m not going to get into physical versus mental,” McDermott said. “He’s just not in a position where he’s ready and we’re going to continue to take it one day a time.”’
Analysis: Bills’ offense doesn’t inspire confidence on short-yardage situations
‘The Bills are 11 of 19 on third-and-1 situations this year, which ranks 23rd in conversion percentage (at 58%). It’s a bit of a small sample size through nine games. And the Bills aren’t far off the league average of 67%.’