‘“Obviously, I wish I was out there, it’d be easier to learn the defense if I was out there,” he said. “I feel like I’m in a really good spot with it, but it’s tough to truly feel a way, to get reps at those speeds. So excited to get to training camp. Like I said, I do feel like I got a really good understanding of everything. So, I’m excited to get out there and be able to show it.”’
Archives for June 12, 2026
Josh Allen sounds a bit different heading into Year 9
‘In terms of football, it’s year No. 9 for Allen, and he’s reached the point in his career where the offseason program is more of a necessary evil than it is a necessity.’
Bills fans shouldn’t panic about Dorian Strong being waived — here’s the real reason Buffalo made this move
‘The name that will catch the attention of Bills fans first is second-year cornerback Dorian Strong. However, before any fans panic, waiving Strong, 24, with an injury designation is simply a procedural move by Buffalo. Upon clearing waivers, Buffalo will place Strong on the injured reserve.’
Bills minicamp Day 2: Bills’ new safety warned Josh Allen before practice, then backed it up
‘“I told (Josh) I’m gonna get one of them before we go out, because I haven’t touched the ball all camp,” Gardner-Johnson said after practice. “So the fact I got to touch the ball three times in one day. Ah, yeah, it’s gonna be a great year.”’
Travis Clayton feels more comfortable in shift to defense while pursuing long shot career with Bills
‘At 6-foot-7 and 300 pounds, Clayton runs the 40-yard dash in 4.81 seconds and has a 26-inch vertical jump. He might be pound-for-pound the most athletic player the Buffalo Bills have on their roster.’
Former Chiefs player who signed with Bills says he’s wearing the ‘right colors’
‘“Being a visitor, the first thing I noticed was the Bills Mafia, their crowd, their fan base gets rowdy, gets crazy for all,” Danna said, per the paper. “That’s one of the coolest things, being in that atmosphere at Highmark. Playing there in a playoff game wasn’t easy. Everybody knows going to Highmark Stadium in the playoffs is a rowdy environment, it’s enemy territory. I’m excited to be on the right side of the ball and to have the team and the fans behind us.”’
Bills waive Dorian Strong with injury designation
‘The second-year cornerback is expected to miss the entire 2026 season with the neck injury he suffered in Week 4 last year, which kept him out for the rest of the season. If no other team claims Strong and he clears waivers, he will revert back to the Bills and is expected to be placed on Injured Reserve, which would officially end his 2026 campaign.’
CJ Gardner-Johnson brings energy, volume, and leadership to Buffalo Bills defense
‘“Ultimate happiness on that field can be achieved when you go out there and be you. So that’s why being loud is just being me,” Gardner-Johnson told reporters.’
Final observations and takeaways as the Buffalo Bills wrap up mandatory minicamp
‘During the two practices the media are allowed to watch, the only players missing were Spencer Brown, Cole Bishop, Skyler Bell, and Dorian Williams.’
Bills’ James Cook aims to build on historic rushing title
‘“Protect the ball, most importantly,” Cook said Wednesday at Bills minicamp. “I didn’t feel like I did a good enough job of that. But it’s a new season. I’ve got the whole offseason to work on it. I’ve got the summer, so I’ll come back ready to go.”’
‘A cheat code’: TJ Parker impresses Bills teammates before camp
‘Parker said the invitation meant more than Chubb probably realizes. “Man, it means a lot to me,” he said. “He doesn’t have to do that. He’s a veteran guy — he can go work out and train by himself. But for him to like me, that means a lot to me. So I really appreciate that.”’
Bills hit summer break as they wrap up mandatory minicamp
‘”I thought it was great,” Bills tight end Dawson Knox said. “I love the schedule. I love the energy he brings. It’s fun playing for him because he’s hyping the guys up, not just offensive guys, but the defensive guys too, and just the energy, the vibe around the team has been awesome. So it’s been a lot of fun so far, and I can’t wait to see what it’s gonna be like when we get back to camp.”‘
Bills’ Dion Dawkins signs autographs at AAA Buffalo headquarters in exchange for food donations
‘The event took place at AAA’s headquarters in Buffalo as part of the organization’s “Fuel Hope, Fight Hunger” campaign. Fans lined up to meet Dawkins while supporting the cause.’
Bills OLB Bradley Chubb motivated to win games, ‘play physical’ and train with TJ Parker — Recapping Day 3 of minicamp
‘”The Bills always had that formula. They know how to win, they know how to finish out those close games,” he said. “Being around here, you see why. You see the people in the locker room, you see the support staff that helps everybody keep the main thing the main thing. Being a part of it on the inside now, it’s really dope to see.”‘
Buffalo Bills make 5 roster moves as 2026 minicamp ends
‘Signed WR Deven Thompkins, Signed WR Max Tomczak, Waived/NFI: CB Dorian Strong, Waived/Injured: RB Desmond Reid, Waived: WR Gabriel Benyard.’