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‘Pretty excited’: Babich to take on Bills defensive play calling duties

‘”I appreciate him, his belief in me,” Babich added about McDermott. “Years ago, I think it was Micah (Hyde) who said, confidence is a dangerous drug. I believe that’s the quote. Someone shows confidence in you, it goes a long way in anything you do. I’m very appreciative, I’m very grateful and now it’s my job to take advantage of the opportunity that he’s giving me.”‘

A look at Bills stadium construction, by the numbers

‘Canopy steel and deck installation is expected to start by the end of the month, a team spokesperson said. The targeted date for completion of the structural steel canopy is at the end of February, 2025.’

Damar Hamlin to emcee Red Wings’ Home Run Derby

‘At the Home Run Derby, Hamlin will be handing out giveaways and will have a meet and greet session after the event. The Home Run Derby is September, 10 at 6 p.m. at Innovative Field. Tickets for the derby are free.’

Bills notebook: Damar Hamlin to start at safety; Buffalo names two team captains

‘“I enjoy that part of it because it allows me to stay connected with the reason why I’m here and my true purpose and to know that I’m blessed for many reasons, and I have a second chance at doing things the right way in all areas of my life. The more that I think about that, the more that it connects me to my blessings of why I’m here, and I would never want to disrespect my blessings.”’

Bills confident new post-game traffic pattern will help ease gridlock

‘“It worked really well,” said Andy Major, the Bills’ vice president of operations and guest experience. “It was a preseason game and we still had a good crowd and everybody was excited about it. I’m sure we’ll have a little more of a challenge with the home opener, but an extra lane of traffic can only help when departing. Everybody was on board with the idea and the plan.”’

Wayfinding to help Bills fans find food and beverage offerings at Highmark Stadium

‘“In this stadium, we don’t have concourses that all connect, so at least getting the information out about where you can get gluten-free items, our new burger, dairy-free items and items of the game has been a big focus for us,” said Michael Reilly, who was recently named Delaware North’s general manager at Highmark Stadium.’

Hamlin back in Bills starting lineup for first time since dramatic on-field collapse

‘“Truly a blessing, you know what I mean?” Hamlin said after practice Wednesday. “I reflect back on the whole process and not knowing if I would even be able to play again. Sitting in that uncertainty was like eating at me because football is truly my passion, it’s the thing that I’ve always been obsessed with my entire life. It just all goes to the power of being process oriented and taking things one day at a time and accepting where you are at each moment of the process truly allows you to conquer anything you’re facing.”’

5 things that could propel the Buffalo Bills to the Super Bowl this season

‘First, the Bills need to ween Allen out of the running game. This doesn’t mean that Brady puts a governor on him because he’s such a threat with his legs and you can’t take all of that away from the attack, but the bulk of his attempts should come on improvised scrambles instead of designed runs.’

Making the case for Allen’s NFL MVP candidacy

‘Allen doesn’t have those elite, proven weapons like, say, the dynamic duos of receivers on the Bengals and Dolphins. Especially not after Buffalo traded Stefon Diggs to Houston and let Gabe Davis walk to Jacksonville. That’s not to say they’re bereft of talent, either, but it’s mostly unproven talent. The Bills expect big things from Dalton Kincaid, but he’s only a second-year tight end. Keon Coleman is a rookie second-round pick, Khalil Shakir, a fifth-rounder two years ago. Maybe by season’s end these will be household names outside of Western New York, but they’re not widely known outside of here.’