‘“I feel like over time, it’s just understanding things at a different level,” Shand said of how much his extensive college experience benefits him entering the NFL as an undrafted rookie. “Coming out here, it was still a learning curve for me, but as I understood the playbook, I started to be able to look into the backfield and see what they are doing quicker. I feel like that experience is what helped me do that.”’
Archives for July 2025
Bills-Sabres COO Pete Guelli: Buffalo targeting 2029, 2030 to host NFL draft
‘Pete Guelli, the Bills and Sabres’ chief operating officer, said Wednesday that the Buffalo Bills continue to pursue the NFL draft, and the most likely dates for that would be 2029 and 2030.’
Ryan O’Halloran: Bills not only team to be impacted by early camp injuries
‘A quick scroll late Wednesday afternoon showed Baltimore tight end Isaiah Likely (ankle), Los Angeles Chargers receiver Ladd McConkey (undisclosed), Miami safety Ashtyn Davis (lower leg), New England cornerback Christian Gonzalez (leg), New York Giants receiver Malik Nabers (shoulder), New York Jets running back Braelon Allen (knee), Cleveland Browns cornerback Martin Emerson (Achilles) and Philadelphia receiver DeVonta Smith (back), linebacker Zach Baun (back), linebacker Nolan Smith (concussion) and safety Andrew Mukuba (shoulder) as missing practice. That doesn’t even include the rash of Bills injuries.’
Sabres, Bills pursue outdoor NHL game at new Highmark Stadium, 2029 or 2030 NFL draft
‘But there is one possible date Buffalo could entertain: Jan. 1, 2028, the 20th anniversary of the first Winter Classic, held at what was then Ralph Wilson Stadium between the Sabres and Pittsburgh Penguins.’
Source: Bills rookie cornerback Maxwell Hairston suffered LCL sprain
‘A league source confirmed Wednesday to The Buffalo News that Hairston suffered a lateral collateral ligament, or LCL, sprain in his right knee, and it’s too soon to determine a timeline for his return to the field. NFL Network was the first to report that Hairston avoided a serious injury. The Bills’ first practice of Week 1 is exactly five weeks from Wednesday.’
Bills’ first-round draft pick gets encouraging news after injury scare (report)
‘Fox Sports’ Jordan Schultz reported the injury is believed to be a sprain and that the Bills’ first-round draft pick is considered “week-to-week” after exiting Tuesday’s practice. Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network labeled the injury as a LCL sprain.’
Five big picture takeaways after a week of Bills camp
‘The biggest story entering Bills training camp has quickly become a relative non-story. James Cook has played the good soldier, and despite very publicly still pursuing a new contract extension, he has fully participated in everything he’s been asked to do so far.’
Marvelous Marv Levy preps for milestone birthday
‘Levy is scheduled to attend the annual Gold Jacket dinner Friday night, where he’s sure to be serenaded with a chorus of “Happy Birthday” by his fellow Hall-of-Famers, just like he was last year. Saturday evening, he’ll kick off this year’s induction ceremonies when he’s the first Hall-of-Famer introduced on stage by longtime ESPN announcer Chris Berman at Tom Benson Stadium. Shortly after, he’ll return home because of a previous commitment to spend part of his birthday on Sunday signing autographs at the National Sports Collectors Convention, a few blocks from his Windy City residence.’
Josh Allen has touching moment with crying fan at Bills camp
‘Allen, without any hesitation, doubled back and gave her a forever memory. The quarterback came over and hugged her, reassuring the fan that everything was ok. Allen signed the poster she brought.’
Bills rookie cornerback Maxwell Hairston diagnosed with sprained right knee ligament, AP source says
‘No timetable was provided for how much time Hairston will miss with the injury, which is not as severe as initially feared. He will, however, miss valuable practice time and preseason experience as he competes for a starting job opposite Christian Benford.’
Reflected in his choice of car and play, Shakir prefers reliability over style as Bills top receiver
‘“The guy is a true lunch-pail Buffalonian,” general manager Brandon Beane said. “He doesn’t say anything. He just shows up every single day. He’s Mr. Dependable.”’
Bills’ Maxwell Hairston avoids serious knee injury, source confirms
‘Hairston was competing with returning veteran and 2017 Bills first-round pick Tre’Davious White for the No. 2 cornerback job opposite Christian Benford, and that battle will take a pause with the rookie set to miss time. Other cornerbacks on the roster competing for roster spots include Dane Jackson and Ja’Marcus Ingram.’
Josh Allen Shows Why He Is One of the Most Likable Athletes in Sports
‘At Bills practice on Tuesday, Allen wanted to wrap up his signing session with fans and started to head to the locker room. He then caught a young fan crying after she missed out on getting Allen’s autograph. Allen made a U-turn and gave the fan a hug and an autograph. He also ended up signing for even more fans.’
Buffalo Bills first-round pick shares positive update after scary training camp injury
‘First-round cornerback Max Hairston left practice after a non-contact injury to his right knee. Fans held their breath that it wasn’t a torn ACL, which would end the rookie’s season before it started.’
Buffalo Bills could bring back another fan favorite after latest injury news
‘Douglas remains a free agent after two seasons with the Bills. He was acquired ahead of the 2023 trade deadline and slotted in as the starter opposite Christian Benford after the Bills moved on from White ahead of 2024. Douglas didn’t have as good of a 2024 season as he did in 2023, posting a PFF coverage grade of 58.9, but he would slot in great as a reliable depth piece rather than a No. 1 starter.’