‘“The hype can be there all it wants. But I still have to make plays on the field,” he added in early May. “I want to help contribute to wins, so we got to win to make our fans happy. A jacket ain’t going to get that done.”’
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Buffalo Bills defensive back Taron Johnson taking little time off ahead of training camp in July
‘“Maybe I’ll take a little time to recuperate, a little bit, but at the end of the day we’re focused on the season,” Johnson told reporters on the last day of mandatory minicamp. “Might have a couple of guys with me so that’s all fine and dandy and I’m excited to get rolling and start the offseason process.”’
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‘With the largest roster turnover for the Bills in years this offseason, there are open starting and reserve roles on both sides of the ball.’
Minicamp observations: Top takeaways as Bills wrap up spring practices
‘“Obviously, a high percentage (of the roster) are new players and new faces, so the more reps we can get, the better,” McDermott said after practice. “I appreciate the players’ attitude when they went out there.”’
Following minicamp, projecting the Buffalo Bills’ 53-man roster
‘The top three of Shakir, Samuel and Coleman feel pretty much set. Valdez-Scantling falls just short of being considered a “lock,” but it would be quite a surprise if he failed to make the team. Hollins emerged as a leader of the wide receiver room in the spring, and is expected to be a key contributor on special teams. Claypool made a nice move in the spring. He impressed during the practices that were open to the media and said all the right things about his past troubles. If he hits, it is found money for General Manager Brandon Beane. Shorter, a fifth-round pick in 2023, missed all of last season on injured reserve. If the Bills want more depth at slot receiver, Isabella or Hamler would have a better chance.’
Back to a position he played for years, can McGovern anchor the Bills offensive line?
‘Letting go of Morse, who just turned 32, was a difficult offseason decision for the Bills, and it had nothing to do with a decline in play and had everything to do with Buffalo’s challenging salary cap situation. His release freed up $8.5 million but Brandon Beane wouldn’t have done it if he didn’t believe the 26-year-old McGovern could slide over from left guard and handle the vital position.’
Bills gather for light Day 3 of mandatory minicamp
‘“We need to practice,” asserted McDermott. “A high percentage of new players, new faces. So the more reps we can get, the better. And I would add that I appreciate the players’ willingness and attitude when they went out there. Not all teams are practicing on the third day of minicamp. I appreciate their attitude.”’
Bills minicamp wrap: Josh Allen tinkering with throwing mechanics should improve deep ball accuracy
‘There was little resistance during minicamps, but it’s clear the offense still has some tinkering to do as it shifts from forcibly feeding a few guys to spreading the ball around. Quarterback Josh Allen showed no reason to be concerned, but there weren’t many dazzling throws during minicamp.’
Damar Hamlin’s basketball game at North Allegheny benefits his charity
‘This was one of four events that Hamlin hosted June 8 and 9 to benefit the Chasing M’s Foundation, give back to his hometown and connect with youth, Denny said. Other events included his annual youth football camp, which involved more than 400 youngsters; an All-Star Football game in Pittsburgh to recognize high school athletes; and the Chasing M’s CPR Tour.’
Bills wrap up minicamp with plenty of work for backups
‘Quarterback Josh Allen and many of the regular starters didn’t take any team reps in 11-on-11. Allen wore a headset with a play-calling sheet as offensive coordinator Joe Brady stood on the sidelines watching the unit.’
Connor McGovern happy to be moving to center
‘”I missed it a lot. I got drafted as a center originally (in 2019 by the Dallas Cowboys), and then a new coaching staff came in and I got moved to guard. But I always found my way back to center. Every time something happened, I’d play a little bit and then go back to guard. But now that I’m back to center full time, I’m very happy.”‘
‘Focusing on us and the playbook’: Buffalo Bills wrap up minicamp and look ahead to training camp
‘These next few weeks are essential for some players who haven’t solidified a spot on the team. A lot of eyes are on Kaiir Elam, the 2022 first-round draft pick who hasn’t been able to stay on the field consistently.’
‘What you put in is what you get out’: Buffalo Bills cornerback Kaiir Elam impresses at minicamp
‘“I’m a firm believer in what you put in is what you put out. It might not happen when you want it to or when you think it should,” Elam told reporters on Thursday. “But it’s always going to work out and it’s always going to show, so I felt like it was great for me to be making plays.”’
Bills snap trend, practice on final day of minicamp
‘”We need to practice,” McDermott said, emphasizing each word. “Obviously, a high percentage of new players, new faces, so the more reps we can get the better. And listen, I would say, I appreciate the player’s willingness and their attitude when they went out there. Not all teams are practicing on the third day of minicamp. I appreciate their attitude.”‘
Minicamp notebook | Bills use Day 3 as final tune-up, reps for new players before summer break
‘”Obviously there’s a high percentage of new players, new faces, so the more reps we can get the better,” McDermott said Thursday. “I appreciate the players willingness and their attitude when they went out there. Not all teams are practicing on the third day of minicamp, and I appreciated their attitude.”‘