‘It’s good news for Edmunds’ market value, and it probably will make it harder for the Bills to retain Edmunds, who is set to become a free agent in March.’
Archives for January 11, 2023
Report: Panthers seek to interview Bills offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey for head coach
‘Dorsey, 41, began his coaching career in Carolina, having spent 2013 to 2017 as the Panthers’ quarterbacks coach. He helped lead Cam Newton to the NFL MVP award in 2015. He was in the Panthers’ pro scouting department in 2011 and ’12.’
Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin ‘in good spirits,’ undergoing tests at Buffalo General Medical Center
‘In a tweet at about 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Hamlin said he was not home quite yet as he underwent and passed a bunch of tests.’
Position grades: Stefon Diggs’ dominance gives Patriots more long-term worries
‘In six regular-season games for the Bills against the Patriots, Diggs has 40 catches for 569 yards and six touchdowns.’
Regular-season position grades: Seven of eight Bills units improved over last season
‘The only position that saw a drop in its average grade was the defensive backfield, which is no surprise, given the loss of safety Micah Hyde to injury for the last 14 games.’
Dolphins RB who ran all over Bills late in season potentially unavailable for Wild Card Weekend
‘With plenty of uncertainty for Miami at quarterback, Sunday’s Wild Card matchup against the Bills seemed like a game where Mostert could be in line for plenty of work. That plan, however, is likely out the window for Miami after the back suffered a broken thumb against the New York Jets in the regular season finale.’
Bills, McDermott attempt to shift concentration back to football with Dolphins coming to town for playoffs
‘“We’ve got to put our minds together this week and come up with a good game plan,” said McDermott. “I think more than anything, having him near nearby will give us more comfort. I know his parents are going to be with him there, and I think that helps as well, and knowing that he’s well taken care of, he’s got a great medical team around him here in Buffalo.”’
Damar Hamlin released from Cincinnati hospital, returns to Buffalo, is greeted by McDermott, Beane, Bills medical personnel
‘Upon returning to Buffalo on Monday, Hamlin was greeted by Bills head coach Sean McDermott and Bills general manager Brandon Beane, among other staff. Returning with Hamlin and his family to Buffalo was Bills assistant athletic trainer Tabani Richards, who had been in Cincinnati with Hamlin since he was admitted to the hospital on Monday night. Beane had previously spent several days in Cincinnati with Hamlin, while McDermott and the team returned to Buffalo in the early-morning hours on Tuesday before their game against the Bengals was eventually canceled later in the week.’
Bills fans far and wide react to atmosphere inside stadium as Buffalo honored Damar Hamlin and beat Patriots
‘“This may sound like a fairytale, but this is 100% the truth. I turned to my girlfriend before the kickoff and said, ‘Watch this, kickoff return right now,’” Raymond wrote on Facebook. “She responded, ‘Could you imagine.’ I looked at her and said, ‘I’m not imagining anything, it’s going to happen.’ The ball was kicked and 14 seconds later, Nyheim Hines was in the end zone and my prediction became a reality. The crowd, the team and the City of Buffalo needed that moment. One of the most emotional sports moments I’ve ever experienced.”’
Damar Hamlin undergoing tests in Buffalo hospital: ‘Not home quite yet’
‘“Not home quite just yet,” Hamlin tweeted. “Still doing & passing a bunch of test. Special thank-you to Buffalo General it’s been nothing but love since arrival! Keep me in y’all prayers please! #3strong.”’
Doctors: Bills’ Hamlin In Good Spirits, Undergoing Testing
‘“Special thank-you to Buffalo General it’s been nothing but love since arrival!” Hamlin added in his Twitter post, while asking his followers to keep him in their prayers.’
Damar Hamlin’s Toy Drive: What’s The Plan For The $8.6M?
‘The 24-year-old has teamed with The Giving Back Fund, a nonprofit that helps athletes and celebrities manage their charitable giving, to host the “The Chasing M’s Foundation” Charitable Fund. GoFundMe representatives told The Associated Press the crowdfunding platform will soon transfer the donations that have come in since Hamlin’s injury Jan. 2 to the new fund. Chasing M’s is Hamlin’s apparel company.’
Bills’ Damar Hamlin is in ‘good spirits’ after being transferred to Buffalo hospital, team says
‘”He has been up with physical therapy and occupational therapy, walking the unit, tolerating a regular diet, meeting with his family and many members of the care team that wanted to see how he was doing — all to get him to this point where he could be safely returned to Buffalo,” Dr. William A. Knight told reporters during a press conference.’
Bills’ Damar Hamlin undergoing testing in Buffalo after being released from Cincinnati hospital
‘On Tuesday, the Bills announced Hamlin remains hospitalized at Buffalo General Medical Center/Gates Vascular Institute and is going through a series of testing and evaluation. Hamlin tweeted an update on his status as well…’.
Damar Hamlin’s Injury Reminds the World of Players’ Lives After Football
‘Hamlin is a sixth-round 2021 draft pick in his second year who has a standard split in his contract, meaning he receives a lower salary (one far below the minimum) if placed on injured reserve. There is a report that his contract will be adjusted to have him receive his full contracted amount, not a split one, despite his injury. That will be interesting, as it would first require a renegotiation, and the CBA does not allow renegotiations until players have played three years in the league.’