‘“I think teams were doing a good job of playing two high (safeties) and taking some things away that we were doing well during the season,” Allen said. “I thought we ran the ball more and put more effort into the run game. Then I missed a few throws early on in the season or the middle of the season, late in the season that could have changed the narrative about this whole thing. So just get back to what we know, how we can play and that’s about it.”’
Archives for January 28, 2024
Bills Mailbag: Should Sean McDermott add a defensive coordinator to his staff?
‘McDermott and Vrabel do have a good relationship, but I’d be surprised if that happens. The main reason is Vrabel would likely want to come to a team that gives him total control over the defense – if he were even willing to serve as a defensive coordinator. He wouldn’t have that under McDermott in Buffalo. If Vrabel doesn’t get a head-coaching job – openings remain in Seattle and Washington – I could see him working in TV for a year and then trying again when the 2025 hiring cycle starts.’
Buffalo Bills reportedly losing defensive coach to the Chicago Bears
‘Washington, 54, joined the Bills coaching staff in 2020 after seven seasons with the Carolina Panthers. Bills coach Sean McDermott promoted Washington to assistant head coach before last season after taking over as defensive coordinator when Leslie Frazier left the team.’
Sunday’s Chicago Coverage
Chicago Bears hire Eric Washington as new defensive coordinator (Chicago Tribune)
Bears pick Eric Washington as defensive coordinator (Chicago Sun Times)
Bears pick Washington to be next defensive coordinator (Arlington Heights Daily Herald)
Chicago Bears hire Eric Washington as defensive coordinator (AP)
Bears hire Eric Washington as new defensive coordinator (ESPN)
Bears hire former Bills defensive line coach Eric Washington as new defensive coordinator (CBS Sports)
Bears hire Eric Washington as new defensive coordinator (NBC Sports Chicago)
Bears hire Eric Washington as defensive coordinator (WSCR-AM)
Bears hire Eric Washington as new defensive coordinator (WBBM-TV)
Bears hire Eric Washington as defensive coordinator (ChicagoBears.com)
Chicago Bears name former Bills assistant head coach Eric Washington team’s defensive coordinator
‘Washington had been with Bills head coach Sean McDermott in Carolina from 2011-2016. And in Buffalo from 2020-2023. This past offseason Washington was elevated to assistant head coach on top of his duties as the Bills defensive line coach.’
‘We still stand with Tyler Bass’: Ten Lives Club honors Bills kicker with ice sculpture
‘The sculpture features both Allen and Bass next to a cat, it’s all sponsored by Cellino Plumbing. Dozens gathered for a big surprise unveiling Saturday afternoon.’
Report: Bears hire Bills defensive line coach Eric Washington as defensive coordinator
‘While Washington is taking on a bigger title with Chicago, he will reportedly not call the Bears’ defensive plays, similar to his role in Buffalo and signifying more of a lateral move rather than a direct promotion.’
Eric Washington leaves Bills, becomes the Bears’ new defensive coordinator
‘Washington served as the team’s senior defensive assistant/defensive line coach in 2022, then was promoted to assistant head coach last summer, after Leslie Frazier left the team.’
Could the Bills play another overseas game next season?
‘While no team has been designated as the host yet, there’s only one team with commercial rights in Brazil through the NFL’s Global Markets Program, and that’s the Miami Dolphins. Yes, the Bills could be an option if it’s the Dolphins hosting a game in Brazil.’
Young Buffalo Bills fan uses power of social media to remind others to be kind
‘”Once we started getting messages from people, we were only making people smile. It became a platform to spread positivity,” said Chaz Gaspar, Carson’s father. “It’s great to show other kids and adults that the mafia is more than spraying ketchup, and jumping through tables.”‘