‘”He’s going to come in and do his job, just like he’s done since he’s gotten here,” said McDermott on Wednesday while addressing the media on-hand in Orchard Park. “Certainly a really good player, but at the same time, it’s just what he’s coming back from. At the end of the day, I know he’s intent on playing just good team football. But it’s a welcome addition to the group, and having him back, it’s been a journey for him. I don’t think I’ve ever seen a guy with such a positive mindset, mental toughness, just really goal oriented on getting back and getting healthy again, and getting out there on the field.”‘
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Local bars, restaurants gearing up for Sunday morning’s Bills-Jaguars matchup in London
‘”Basically the day the schedule came out,” said Keith Morgan, owner of the Tavern at Windsor Park in Williamsville. “We decided that now that the law had changed to allow us to apply for a license up to 12 times a year to open early on a Sunday, we would take advantage of it and open up, show the game, have some breakfast items available for people to eat, and just have a good time.”‘
Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen named AFC Offensive Player of the Week for performance against the Dolphins
‘Allen completed 21 of his 25 pass attempts for 320 yards and four touchdowns. His passer rating was 158.3 which is considered “perfect” because it’s the highest attainable rating. He also rushed four times for 17 yards and an additional touchdown.’
‘We are expecting very large crowds on Saturday’: Buffalo Bills gameday dilemma for churchgoers
‘I caught up with McGibbon after a weekday Mass at St. Aquinas Church on Abbott Road. But she’s a parishioner at St. Teresa Church on Seneca Street, another nearby South Buffalo church where she has a 9:30 bible study class Sunday – the same time as kick-off and then she must serve as a eucharistic minister at the 11 o’clock Mass.’
Deadline extended to apply for special Sunday liquor permit for early morning Buffalo Bills game
‘The deadline is now Friday of this week and the 15-day advance notice that is normally required is being waived.’
Bills Mafia flocks to airport for trip ‘across the pond’ to see Sunday’s game in London
‘The Buffalo Niagara International Airport was a parade of red, white and blue on Wednesday, as eager Bills fans got ready to make the trip ‘across the pond’ for Sunday’s game.’
Buffalo Bills in London: Tips for Bills Mafia heading across the pond for Sunday’s game
‘To save some cash, take the tube. Nelson said it’s the most efficient and cheapest way to get around. But, have a backup plan because there may be a tube strike going on on Friday.’
‘Still got butterflies’: Bills approaching Von Miller time, as star edge rusher returns to practice field
‘“When I stepped into the film room today and was watching film on the Jaguars, my heart was beating like it was a game. I still got butterflies,” he said. “It felt like the first day of training camp for me, and that was a good thing. That’s how I want to feel.”’
Bills QB Josh Allen boosts MVP case with more player of the week honors
‘Allen was 21 of 25 passing for 320 yards, with four touchdowns and no interceptions, and an additional 17 yards rushing and TD, in Sunday’s 48-20 win against Miami. Allen’s 158.3 passer rating was the first perfect mark in his career.’
Von Miller is back at practice with Bills
‘Bills coach Sean McDermott says they’re taking a day at a time approach with Miller, who has said he’s anxious to get back in the line-up as soon as possible.’
Bar to hold church service ahead of Bills game on Sunday
‘”We are going to have a fabulous morning where we can enjoy two passions: the Bills and church. Well two of my passions,” said pastor Steve Biegner from St. Paul Lutheran Church in Eggertsville.’
Bills fans fill the airport in blue and red
‘Excited fans flying out to London plan a Bills Mafia takeover as they travel together and support the team.’
Local bars and restaurants host watch parties for the Buffalo Bills game in London
‘If you’re not making the trip across the pond to watch the Buffalo Bills take on the Jacksonville Jaguars, there are several local watch parties happening throughout Western New York.’
‘Let’s go Buffalo:’ Parrot roots for the Buffalo Bills
‘Jessica Jensen sent in video of her African Grey Parrot, named Otis, rooting for the home team. Otis says “It’s Voooooon Miller,” “Hey-eyyy, Hey-eyyy,” “De-fense,” and “Let’s go Buffalo.”’
‘Still the same Bills’: Buffalo back to playing winning football after Week 1 nightmare
‘It’s amazing how much can change in just 22 days. Since Buffalo’s loss in the Meadowlands, they’ve won three straight games by an average of 30 points.’