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Archives for January 2025
Bills open to bringing back WR headed for free agency (report)
‘Buffalo is open to bringing Cooper back in 2025, according to a report by ESPN, and is intrigued about the possibility of what Cooper can do next season with a full offseason working with franchise quarterback Josh Allen.’
Buffalo Bills reportedly losing defensive coach to New England Patriots
‘With Vrabel being named as the head coach of the Patriots, it is no surprise to see Booker reunite with him in New England. In Tennessee, Booker worked as a defensive assistant and safeties coach. He coached players such as Kevin Byard, Amani Hooker and Kenny Vaccaro.’
Areas the Bills need to address during the offseason to close Super Bowl gap
‘The Bills enter the offseason $7.464 million over the cap, according to OverTheCap.com, but Beane has expertly moved money around throughout his tenure to create more wiggle room. Making Von Miller — who expressed his desire to return next year — a post-June 1 cut would create the most space, with $17.44 million recouped.’
Ravens fans urged to donate for Kincaid after Bills fan organized effort for Andrews
‘According to a GoFundMe page Wednesday night, over $20,000 had been raised for Summit Educational Resources. The Summit Center, located in western New York, provides programs to children and adults with developmental, social and behavioral challenges. Last April, Kincaid visited with students and staff at Summit Academy.’
Bills star Dawson Knox gives ‘all the glory to Jesus’ even after AFC Championship loss
‘”I think it’s easy to be all happy and praise the Lord in the good times, but I wanna give all the glory to Jesus,” Knox. “He’s the reason I’m here, and I’ve got so much gratitude for this building and everybody in here that makes this team so special for this whole city. There’s truly nowhere else I’d rather be.”‘
Ryan Fitzpatrick Compared Vibe in Buffalo to a ‘Funeral’ After Bills’ Loss to Chiefs
‘”Texting with one of my buddies who lives in Buffalo this morning, and just the anxiety before the game and during the game and everything, but going to work today, he said it’s just silence,” Fitzpatrick notes of presumably the Monday after the loss. “Because this isn’t a game to these people in Buffalo. This isn’t just for fun. Like this is their life.’
Bills sign 10 to reserve/future deals, re-sign pair of offensive depth players
‘All 10 of the players were on the team’s practice squad in 2024…’.
Bills have 19 pending unrestricted free agents
‘The team has 19 pending unrestricted free agents (UFAs), plus one restricted free agent (RFA), and one Exclusive Rights Free Agent.’
Bills coach Sean McDermott to hold end of season press conference
‘Bills general manager Brandon Beane and head coach Sean McDermott are set to hold there end of season press conferences on Thursday.’
Joe Brady’s return as offensive coordinator provides reason for optimism for Bills heading into 2025 season
‘“The way that we can now add to this offense instead of completely putting new stuff in, obviously Joe (Brady) being in his first year as the full time (offensive) coordinator,” Bills quarterback Josh Allen said. “I think we’ve got such a good ground level for what we know we can do well and just building off of that.”’
Buffalo Bills remain optimistic about future
‘Still, improvements must be made. The Bills’ defense ranked 17th in yards, their worst showing since the 2017 season – Sean McDermott’s first year as head coach. Finding an edge rusher and boosting secondary help are two of the most pressing needs for the franchise to make this season.’
Bills re-sign QB Shane Buechele, sign TE Zach Davidson to a reserve/future contract
‘Buechele, 27, spent the 2024 season on injured reserve (IR) with a neck injury suffered in preseason. Prior to that, he spent the 2023 season on Buffalo’s practice squad.’
Micah Hyde leaves lasting impact with Bills as he heads into retirement
‘“It was cool to be a part of this,” he said. “Cool to see everybody in this organization – players, coaches, staff – everybody in the building for a couple months. I’ll cherish that, going on a run together. Obviously, we came up a little bit short, but the relationships that I was able to develop within this building will last a lifetime. Winning is only a part of this. Everybody wants to win a Super Bowl, but at the end of the day, I’m a big relationship guy. That’s why I feel like me being back here was good for this team, just to be a ‘glue guy.’ It was fun to be a part of.”’
Bills running back James Cook, center Connor McGovern added to AFC Pro Bowl roster
‘Center Connor McGovern and running back James Cook have been added to the AFC roster, the NFL announced Tuesday. It will be the first Pro Bowl of McGovern’s career, and the second straight year that Cook has gone. McGovern is a replacement for Chiefs center Creed Humphrey, while Cook replaces Ravens running back Derrick Henry.’