‘The end result is the Bills led the NFL on third downs this season, converting 49.8% of their opportunities. So it goes. It’s the second straight year and the third time in the last four seasons the Bills have been No. 1 in the NFL on third downs. In 2021, Buffalo was third best on third downs.’
Archives for January 10, 2024
Bills Mailbag: Could Christian Wilkins be suspended for his ‘run-in’ with Josh Allen?
‘Yes, this can absolutely be reviewed by the league. Based on the replay of the incident you’re referring to, it would surprise me if the league determined it warranted a suspension. It is peculiar that Wilkins continues to find himself involved in a controversy like this, and only adds to the rivalry between the two teams. Allen does deserve credit for not losing his cool and taking a penalty.’
It’s a short trip for Steelers fans to Buffalo, but will they come?
‘As of Tuesday, there are many seats in the marketplace – approximately 6,200, and they’re starting at a little over $200, including fees, for the cheapest seat, with a sideline seat potentially being had for a little over $400, which is not a big difference in price, said Nick Giammusso, president and CEO of Buffalo event ticket distributor VIPTIX.’
Alan Pergament: Cris Collinsworth strikes the right balance in covering ‘The Josh Allen Experience’
‘Collinsworth didn’t shy away from criticizing Allen when he deserved it for some turnovers and questionable decisions.’
Bills’ thriller fitting for roller coaster of a season
‘And this game showed exactly what made the season so frustrating at times — trailing 14-7 after failing to score with seconds ticking away at halftime, multiple turnovers, a new rash of injuries — but it also showed why you’d be foolish to write off the Bills’ chances in the playoffs at this point. With Allen playing like a superstar and a resilient defense on the other side, fans have to be thrilled where they are compared to just six weeks ago, when a disheartening loss in Philadelphia put the Bills at 6-6.’
Pittsburgh Steelers’ star player ruled out for Wild Card weekend vs. Buffalo Bills
‘On Tuesday, Mike Tomlin told the media that T.J. Watt will not play in Sunday’s Super Wild Card matchup against the Bills. Watt suffered a knee injury in the team’s regular season finale against the Baltimore Ravens.’
Mics Caught Stefon Diggs Give Josh Allen Inspiring One-Liner Before Bills’ Go-Ahead TD
‘“Ay! Don’t force it, but this next drive, put the dagger in ‘em,” Diggs said. “This is when a good team show that they’re a good team.”’
Bills’ opponents set for 2024 season
‘It will be the first time the Bills will welcome the 49ers and Cardinals to Western New York since the 2016 season, where Buffalo came out on the victorious end of both matchups.’
‘Hopefully, I’ll be back’: John Murphy, voice of the Buffalo Bills, shares his recovery story
‘“I’m fine. I’m really doing fine. Better. I’m still not talking up to par, but I’m getting better every day,” commented Murphy.’
Who will the Bills play next season?
‘Teams coming to Buffalo include the Jacksonville Jaguars, Tennessee Titans, Arizona Cardinals, San Francisco 49ers, New York Jets, New England Patriots, Miami Dolphins, and the Kansas City Chiefs.’
How much are Bills playoff tickets?
‘The game kicks off at 1:00p.m. at Highmark Stadium and tickets are selling fast but the weather might slow that down in favor of those Bills fans looking to go at a cheaper price.’
Bills boast 4 AFC East titles, but does that justify taxpayers footing bill for stadium?
‘Even though the Bills are winning, fans admit that paying for this new stadium is a hard pill to swallow. Fan Alex Fischer enjoys going to the current stadium but wishes the financial burden wasn’t passed down to all New Yorkers.’
Key milestones and records from the Bills 2023 regular season
‘Here is a look at significant accomplishments by the team over the course of the regular season.’
What they’re saying | NFL analysts react to the Bills clinching the 2023 AFC East title
‘”When they get to the postseason, they can throw some weird stuff at you because they have veteran players, they have some versatile pieces and they have an experienced defensive play-caller. … That’s the seasoning with this Buffalo team specifically that I think can get you excited about what sort of postseason challenge they might be for anybody.”‘