‘Milano and Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt are the only players in the NFL with 25 or more tackles for loss and multiple interceptions since the start of the 2021 season. The Bills have allowed an average of 17.4 points per game in that span, the fewest in the league.’
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Stefon Diggs still confused about Bills’ 2022 divisional playoff loss to Bengals: ‘It doesn’t make sense’
Bills defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier to take 2023 season off from coaching, planning to return in 2024
‘Frazier signed on to be the Bills defensive coordinator in 2017, and has served as Sean McDermott’s assistant head coach since 2020 as well. Under his guidance, Buffalo has consistently had one of the best defenses in the NFL. In 2022, Buffalo had the No. 6 defense in the league, allowing an average of 319.1 yards of total offense per game. The Bills also had the No. 5 run defense (104.6 rushing yards per game), and the No. 2 scoring defense in the league (17.9 points allowed per game).’
2023 NFL free agency: Bills’ Jordan Poyer wants to play in a state ‘that doesn’t take half my money’
‘”A lot of people ask me, ‘Oh, if it wasn’t Buffalo, where would you go?’ I kind of ponder the question every once in a while,” Poyer said on “The Jordan Poyer Show” podcast, via SI.com. “I would love to go to a state that doesn’t take half my money. It’s crazy to me how taxes work. Some people will say, ‘You’re already making X amount of money.’ Taxes play a big part in all of our lives.”‘
Bills hire wide receivers coach who has an Odell Beckham Jr. connection, per report
‘Henry most recently served as Indiana’s co-offensive coordinator and wide receivers coach, but in the past, he’s worked as the wide receivers coaches for the Dallas Cowboys, Cleveland Browns and New York Giants. Henry worked with OBJ during his time in New York and in Cleveland. He also worked with Beckham in college, as Henry served as LSU’s passing game coordinator and wide receivers coach for a few seasons.’
Bills’ Josh Allen tips cap to Patrick Mahomes after Super Bowl win: ‘You gotta find ways to be like them’
‘”You look at him statistically and what he’s been able to do in his first four, five, six years in this league, you know, it’s kind of unmatched by anybody,” Bills quarterback Josh Allen said on “Kyle Brandt’s Basement” of Mahomes, via NFL.com. “They’re the mantra of what you want to be and how you need to do it. Because, again they’re just constantly in the AFC Championship Game; he’s been in three Super Bowls now. Gotta find ways, it’s a copycat league, you gotta find ways to be like them.”‘
Super Bowl 2023: Damar Hamlin honored on field, accompanied by caregivers, takes picture with LeBron James
‘The 24-year-old tweeted a photo from near the Eagles’ end zone, writing, “Ain’t It A Blessing!?”‘
Bills’ Josh Allen won’t need elbow surgery, on track for 2023 season, per report
‘Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen will not need surgery after battling through a significant injury to his right elbow during the second half of the 2022 season, and is on track to be healthy for the 2023 season, per an NFL Media report.’
Damar Hamlin updates: Bills gathering medical advice on safety’s future playing professional football
‘”This is about a player and a patient and about getting the very best care,” Sills told the Washington Post. “And, again, I do want to protect the privacy of those involved. But what I would say is I know that the Buffalo Bills have already engaged a number of outside consultants and will continue to do so. And they’ll gather opinions and then, [with] all of those opinions, they’ll sit down with Mr. Hamlin, his family, his agents, all the people that love him and lay that out. And that’s what we do in medicine every day is say, ‘Here’s our understanding of risks. Here’s our understanding of the situation. Let us make sure that you have all the information and make a good decision.’ And ultimately that is the decision.”‘
Bills’ Damar Hamlin makes appearance at NFL Honors to accept community service award
‘”Sudden cardiac arrest was nothing that I would have ever chosen to be a part of my story, but that’s because sometimes our own visions are too small even when we think we’re seeing the bigger picture. My vision was about playing in the NFL and being the best player that I could be, but God’s plan was to have a purpose greater than any game in this world. My entire life, I felt like God was using me to give others hope. And now, with a new set of circumstances, I can only say he’s doing what he’s always done. I have a long journey ahead. A journey full of unknowns and a journey full of milestones, but it’s a lot easier to face your fears when you know your purpose.”‘
Bills assistant athletic trainer Denny Kellington receives vote for NFL MVP
‘Per the Associated Press, the vote came from ESPN’s Suzy Kolber. She said that it was a “symbolic gesture representing ‘everyone’ who carries the weight of that job, every week. They rarely get the recognition they deserve.”‘
Damar Hamlin updates: NFLPA medical director guarantees Bills safety ‘will play professional football again’
‘”Being recognized for the NFLPA Alan Page Community Award is humbling and a dream come true,” Hamlin said. “I’m humbled to even be mentioned amongst those guys. I’ve always wanted to impact my community and show that it’s possible to do great things. With this award, we’ll be able to impact even more people and keep this mission going.”‘
Damar Hamlin updates: Bills safety releases video to speak publicly for first time since cardiac arrest
‘Hamlin began by expressing his gratitude and appreciation for the support that has been extended towards him, before thanking an extensive amount of people and groups.’
Bills fire safeties coach Jim Salgado in wake of playoff loss vs. Bengals, per report
‘Buffalo’s defense finished No. 6 overall in 2022, but the pass defense ranked 15th. The safety position in particular was hampered by injuries. Both of the team’s All-Pro starters, Jordan Poyer and Micah Hyde, missed extended time; and replacement Damar Hamlin missed the end of the year after suffering cardiac arrest on the field. Poyer was active for the Bills’ two playoff games, but Buffalo surrendered 58 combined points in those games, and the veteran was briefly sidelined after colliding with teammate Tre’Davious White on a deep ball against the Bengals.’
Bills GM Brandon Beane calls out Bengals: ‘I don’t want to suck bad enough to have to get Ja’Marr Chase’
‘”Those guys are on their rookie deals. We’re paying Stefon Diggs a pretty hefty number. We’re paying Josh Allen a pretty hefty number. So, there [are] the constraints of the cap, but they have a really good team,” Beane said (via Sports Illustrated). “They’ve got some good young players. We’re gonna try to get as many good players as we can through the draft and through free agency. But, again, our cap situation is a little different.”‘