‘Matt Prater, a two-time Pro Bowl selection, joined the Bills’ practice squad as they continued to prepare for the Baltimore Ravens. Additionally, the team signed safety Sam Franklin Jr. to the active roster and defensive tackle DeWayne Carter was placed on injured reserve because of his season-ending Achilles injury.’
Archives for September 5, 2025
Bills block party planned for East End. Here’s what’s happening
‘The festivities will kick off with DJ Naps from Breakthrough Entertainment at noon. At 1 p.m. fans can watch the Bills take on the New York Jets on two 144-square-foot outdoor digital screens with full sound. The 4 p.m. NFL games will be shown as well. East Avenue will be blocked off from Alexander to Lawrence Streets for the occasion.’
Bills make roster additions, signaling a red flag at key position
‘The team announced the signing of NFL veteran kicker Matt Prater to the practice squad, and that could be an indication that Tyler Bass’ ongoing pelvic area soreness is lingering. And sure enough, Bass was a non-participant in practice Thursday so that could mean that he’s not going to play Sunday when the Bills host the Ravens in the season opener at Highmark Stadium.’
Top games in stadium history: Kelly’s comeback powers Bills past Dolphins in ’91 opener
‘Just nine months earlier the Bills had beaten Dan Marino and the Dolphins 44-34 in a divisional playoff game, but despite scoring nine fewer points, they were even more explosive in this game as they rang up a team-record 582 yards of total offense.’
Why did former Buffalo Bills WR retire so suddenly after signing with the Raiders last week?
‘According to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network, Cooper informed the Raiders that he no longer had the desire to play and intended to retire.’
White, Bass miss Thursday’s practice, latest ahead of Sunday night showdown with Ravens
‘White has not been seen at practice since he hobbled off the field two weeks ago, and the injury report lists him with a groin injury. There is still a chance that White can get to a point where he suits up on Sunday night if he can participate in a limited fashion on Friday, but it seems unlikely right now.’
NFL receivers are shedding jersey numbers in the 80s in droves, the Bills are no different
‘Tyrell Shavers stroked his chin, the expression on his face signaling he was deep in thought. He just didn’t have an answer.’
Hard coaching and quick learning allow Bills to trust rookie Dorian Strong if thrust into action
‘A play is run and they move onto the next. Corrections and critiques are mostly done during meetings. So when Buffalo Bills cornerbacks coach Jahmile Addae made rookie Dorian Strong run through a one-on-one drill a second time during a practice at St. John Fisher University, it didn’t go unnoticed.’
Friday’s Baltimore Coverage
Ravens kicker Tyler Loop ready for debut: Milkshakes, ‘Hoosiers’ and process (Baltimore Sun)
Mike Preston: Ravens QB Lamar Jackson must grow up as a leader | Commentary (Baltimore Sun)
Ravens injury report: 2 key players expected to miss season opener (Baltimore Sun)
Lamar Jackson has quieted doubters for his entire career. Only one more question remains (AP)
Mark Andrews moves on from last season’s heartbreak as Ravens prepare to visit Bills again (AP)
Malaki Starks tops Ravens defensive players’ internal vote ahead of 2025 season (The Sporting News)
Ravens ready for season opener against Bills after strong training camp (WMAR-TV)
Lamar Jackson Begins 2025 With Mindset to Do Whatever It Takes (BaltimoreRavens.com)
A Talented Ravens Rookie Class Feels Ready for Its Debut (BaltimoreRavens.com)
Ravens Defensive Players Predict Which Teammate Will Break Out (BaltimoreRavens.com)
News & Notes: Jaire Alexander Practices Fully, Looks Primed to Make Debut (BaltimoreRavens.com)
Ravens Reveal Week 1 Uniform Combo vs. Bills (BaltimoreRavens.com)
Former Detroit Lions Pro Bowler signs to Bills practice squad
‘The 2013 Second-Team All-Pro spent the better part of seven seasons as the Lions’ kicker from 2014-2020 and ranks 15th on the NFL’s all-time scoring list with 1,808 points.’
Josh Allen gets emotional about wife Hailee Steinfeld’s acting skills, ‘Sinners’ premiere
‘Allen hasn’t been shy about hiding how proud he is of his wife, discussing it with NFL Network’s Kyle Brandt during an interview for “Hard Knocks” on HBO. Brandt asked Allen for some movie reviews – with “Sinners” being the first one on the list. “A-plus,” Allen said.’
Bills sign veteran kicker Matt Prater as insurance with Tyler Bass dealing with an injury
‘The 41-year-old Prater is attempting to resume his career after tearing the meniscus in his left knee in Week 4 last year with the Arizona Cardinals. Prater holds the NFL career record with 81 field goals of 50 yards or longer and is the only player to win special teams player of the week honors with three teams in doing so with Arizona, Detroit and Denver.’
Bills host Ravens to open season in rematch of Buffalo beating Baltimore in AFC divisional playoff
‘Ravens RB Derrick Henry vs. Bills defensive front. Henry had 199 yards on 24 carries and two TDs, including one receiving, in a 35-10 regular-season win over Buffalo at Baltimore in Week 4 last season. The Bills contained Henry to 84 yards on 16 carries and a TD in their playoff win. Buffalo’s defensive line lacks experienced depth behind returning starters Ed Oliver and DaQuan Jones. Rookies T.J. Sanders and Deone Walker are the primary backups with veteran free-agent addition Larry Ogunjobi serving a six-game suspension for violating the NFL’s policy on performance-enhancers.’
Bills QB Josh Allen to have college jersey retired at Wyoming
‘He’ll corral another one in November as the University of Wyoming is set to retire Allen’s No. 17. The Buffalo Bills quarterback will be the first Cowboy to have their jersey retired.’
Josh Allen to Receive Unprecedented Honor From His Alma Mater During CFB Season
‘Allen will be the first Cowboy in school history to have his jersey, No. 17, retired. The ceremony will take place at halftime during Wyoming’s final home game of the season against Nevada at War Memorial Stadium on Nov. 22.’