‘“Expectations are still there. There’s not as much pressure, though. I had more of an open mindset going into today. I know what the preseason is like now. Not that it doesn’t matter, because it definitely does, but I know the reps mean more than the result.”’
Archives for August 11, 2025
Bills preseason opener: Whose stock went up? Whose stock went down? Here’s an early look
‘Tyrell Shavers, wide receiver: A low ankle sprain early in training camp didn’t stifle Shavers’ momentum. He’s been among the Bills’ most impressive weapons in practice, and his momentum continued Saturday with his 58-yard catch to set up Caden Davis’ 24-yard field goal that cut the Giants’ lead to 16-10 with 4 seconds left in the second quarter.’
Behind the scenes of Josh Allen’s expanded partnership with New Era
‘Allen has partnered with New Era since his rookie year in 2018 and shoots ad campaigns every year with the company. But this elevates his role, making him more than just a company spokesperson.’
Observations: Little separation in Bills’ backup quarterback race after preseason opener
‘A Kids Day crowd of 69,835 sweated through a real-feel temperature of 89 degrees at kickoff. The offense, led by quarterback Mitch Trubisky, didn’t give them much to cheer about on its first two series, gaining just one first down in the first quarter.’
Latest Bills depth chart projection after Week 1 of preseason: Which WR is a risk?
‘Cook continues to stay away because of his contract, and right now that’s fine because Davis needs the work. Outside of the extra point he made, it was not a great day for him on the ground and he needs to be better, especially if he shoulders a bigger burden should the Cook hold in extend much longer. Johnson looked very good on his three rush attempts, and Gilliam made a nice 19-yard pass reception.’
He hasn’t cut his hair in 7 years — and won’t if he makes the Buffalo Bills roster
‘That was the pact between Rogers and his best friend when they were freshmen at the University of Nebraska: no haircuts until both their football careers were over. They both kept it. His friend had to stop playing for medical reasons but still hasn’t picked up the scissors.’
Bills stock watch after preseason opener: Laviska Shenault, Tyrell Shavers rising
‘If Shenault makes the team it’ll be because of his versatility. Buffalo doesn’t have a clear-cut return specialist and four different players returned kicks or punts against the Giants. Shenault had the best return average on both, averaging 31 yards on two kickoff returns and taking one punt for 7 yards. He also had one catch for 17 yards and added a 2-point conversion reception from Mike White to give Buffalo a 25-24 lead in the fourth quarter.’
Buffalo Bills rookies Walker, Sanders, Hancock post standout PFF grades in preseason debut
‘Fellow defensive tackle T.J. Sanders earned an 82.0 grade. His highest sub-category grade came in pressure (78.3) after the analytics site credited him with one pressure and one quarterback hit.’
Bills’ roster hopeful won’t cut his hair if he makes Buffalo’s roster — his last haircut was 7 years ago
‘”It’s a promise we made,” Rogers said. “It signifies when we’re done. When we cut it, all the hair from here to here was all there when we started this thing. It shows all the hard work. I was able to get to the NFL, play in some games, achieve one of my dreams. When I cut it, it’ll signify I did it.”‘
Bills vs. Giants takeaways: Cook still absent, QB2 battle heats up
‘Mitch Trubisky and Mike White are vying to be Josh Allen’s understudy. Both quarterbacks performed well on Saturday.’