‘”He’s very coordinator-dependent,” Cowherd said on The Herd.’
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The Buffalo Bills have already shut up a lot of doubters
‘And yet, here we are. The Bills are 2-0 and coming off one of their bi-annual beatdowns of the Miami Dolphins, who look like a team just trying to keep their heads above water. The New York Jets had to give everything they had just to beat the Tennessee Titans. And despite their 1-1 start, the New England Patriots are starting a journeyman backup and will be lucky to get to six wins.’
Is Buffalo Bills CB Christian Benford already better than Sauce Gardner?
‘Per PFF, Benford has a far higher coverage grade (81.3) than Gardner (49.6). Benford has also only allowed four receptions on 10 targets for 25 yards while Gardner has allowed five catches on seven targets. Benford also has an interception – Gardner does not. Benford has allowed a passer rating of 8.3 to Gardner’s 153.3.’
Orchard Park businesses hoping for zoning law changes around new Bills stadium
‘”I think that being there’s a new stadium going in, it’s important that it is rezoned around the stadium, especially for commercial use. That brings a lot of opportunity for other businesses,” said Bernadette Singer, operations manager at Prohibition 2020 at the corner of Southwestern Boulevard and Abbott Road. “More businesses that come, the more traffic, so that’s really good for us.”‘
Orchard Park neighbors voice potential rezoning concerns at public meeting
‘Hotels, restaurants, bars, retail stores and more could come with that change, and it would also raise the town’s building height limit in those zones from 2.5 stories to five stories.’
Bills fans share concerns over PSL prices; team says people responding ‘positively’
‘“For us to keep our seats that we’ve had for 60 years, it’s a 60-percent price increase,” said Bills fan Derek Cain.’
Bills turn to a more grounded approach with NFL defenses focused on explosive pass plays
‘”I noticed it Week 1, and Week 2 it was heavy when James (Cook) was doing all of his stuff behind us,” Bills offensive lineman Dion Dawkins said. “I think that the league is changing a little bit, where the league wants to see us run the ball. With being in a rhythm of running the football, it takes a lot of pressure off of us as offensive lineman.”‘
Bills announce uniform combination for MNF game vs. Jacksonville
‘The Bills will don white helmets, blue jerseys, and white pants when they host the Jacksonville Jaguars at 7:30 p.m. Monday at Highmark Stadium.’
Orchard Park residents push back on proposed Bills stadium zoning changes: ‘We have a community here’
‘“There’s already 31 restaurants within three miles of the stadium. How many more do we need?” one resident at the meeting said Thursday.’
Bills notebook | Christian Benford and Rasul Douglas’ bond leading to great play
‘”It seems like they’ve they formed a nice little bond off the field as well. And I think that’s important,” head coach Sean McDermott said. “Rasul’s been in the league a little bit longer than CB and he can share some of his wisdom with CB in how things work and the journey of an NFL corner… And I think it’s helped he ‘CB’ as well and maybe in some ways help Rasul as well just getting CB’s thoughts on some things, maybe playing specifically in this defense since he’s actually been in a little bit longer than Rasul.”‘
Why the Bills’ Baylon Spector is ‘super excited’ for opportunity at middle linebacker
‘On Wednesday, over and over, Spector talked about his preparation, circling back to the way he treats every week like he’s going to be a starter, even when that was not the case. There’s no other choice. “That’s the only way to do it,” Spector said. “If not, you would have some fall back, but you haven’t seen that here.”’
Mark Gaughan: A look at how Bills utilize elite athleticism of Dion Dawkins, Spencer Brown
‘Since early last season, the Bills have been taking advantage of the mobility of Dawkins and Brown by pulling them across the formation. If it’s Dawkins pulling, he takes out a linebacker or defensive back on the right side of the formation. Brown and guard O’Cyrus Torrence seal off their men on the right side. Running back James Cook can follow the tackle through the hole, bounce it outside or cut it back weak side.’
Tyler Bass on Bills working out kickers: ‘All I can do is focus on myself’
‘“It’s just something I can’t control,” he said. “They’re going to do what they want to do. All I can do is focus on myself. That’s how I approach it.”’
As AdPro Sports signs come down at fieldhouse, Bills look for new namesake
‘“Our naming rights contract with AdPro expired. It did not transfer to Legends,” a Bills spokesperson said. “We are having active discussions for a new naming rights deal, many of which are tied to sponsorship negotiations at the new stadium.”’
Hardwick gains national attention over plan to let Bills fans buy stadium bonds
‘The Bills bonds will be 25-year bonds – though it appears likely they could be paid off and refinanced earlier – that offer investors interest income twice a year in exchange for an initial investment of at least $5,000. The maximum allowable investment for a retail investor is $250,000. After Monday, institutional investors are likely to snap up all remaining county bonds since Erie County enjoys a AA rating from bond rating agencies, which is considered a strong, investment-grade credit rating.’