‘“The fact is the CDC has specifically pointed to indoor dining as a higher-risk activity, and this policy is a commonsense way to reduce the risk of exposure,” read a statement from a spokesperson at the State Department of Health. “As much as we feel for restaurants in Buffalo and as much as we want to let fans watch the game at bars, we won’t sacrifice public health.”‘
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Darryl Johnson misses second straight practice with knee injury
‘Meanwhile, wide receivers Stefon Diggs and Cole Beasley, defensive tackles Ed Oliver and Justin Zimmer, and linebacker Tremaine Edmunds were all listed as limited, once again, on the team’s official injury and participation report.’
McDermott: We’ve done a ‘great job’ playing in big games this season
‘”I think pressure is relative to the person and maybe the situation, but it’s all about how you interpert it. I think our guys have done a great job of playing in games that people would consider big, and in big moments of the game, in particular this past weekend. We try to stay in a routine, and make sure we’re ready to go to perform at a high level.”‘
Bills sign running back Devonta Freeman to practice squad
‘Freeman spent most of the 2020 season with the New York Giants after signing as a free agent in September of 2020. The 28-year-old appeared in five games for the Giants, rushing for 172 yards on 54 carries and one touchdown. He also added seven receptions for 58 yards in his short tenure in New York.’
Zack Moss out for the playoffs with ankle injury
‘When originally asked about the severity of Moss’ injury in his weekly Zoom conference call on Monday, Bills head coach Sean McDermott never gave any clarity on how long the 23-year-old will be out of the lineup. However, he did say with Moss out of the lineup, he has the belief in the other running backs in the group to step up in his place.’
Texans request interview with Leslie Frazier
‘Frazier has been a head coach in the NFL before, going 24-32-1 with a Minnesota Vikings from 2010-2013. The Bills defense has ranked in the top-three in the NFL in yards allowed in two of his four seasons as defensive coordinator (2018 and 2019), and second in points allowed in 2019. This season, the Bills defense ranked 16th overall in points allowed and 14th in yards against.’
Fans to officially attend Saturday’s Divisional Round game in Orchard Park
‘”We felt the energy from our fans last Saturday at the stadium and we know our coaches and players appreciated the support on the field. We have worked with the Governor, his team and BioReference to ensure we will host fans again on Saturday night. They have all been great partners in this process.’
Opinion: The Big Picture: Bills continue to ‘Find A Way’
‘McDermott uses these slogans and themes to send messages to his own organization, and especially the players. Of course we know “Trust the Process”, or what’s now become more known as “Respect the Process”. That’s been true since the day he got here, and will always be.’
Report: Zack Moss out for the playoffs with ankle injury
‘When asked about the severity of Moss’ injury in his weekly Zoom conference call on Monday, Bills head coach Sean McDermott never gave any clarity on how long the 23-year-old will be out of the lineup. However, he did say with Moss out of the lineup, he has the belief in the other running backs in the group to step up in his place.’
Bills will play Saturday night
‘The NFL has announced the game dates and times for the Divisional Round playoff games, and the Buffalo Bills will host their next game on Saturday at 8:15 p.m. on NBC.’
Bills defeat Colts in AFC Wild Card Round
‘The playoff win is the first for head coach Sean McDermott, who has led the Bills to three postseason appearances in the last four years, and for quarterback Josh Allen, who finished the game 26-of-35 passing for 324 yards and two touchdowns. Allen also led the Bills in rushing, carrying the ball 11 times for 54 yards along with a running score.’
‘Mr. Perimeter’ Gabriel Davis establishes himself as toe-drag extraordinaire
‘The rookie fourth round pick out of UCF largely exceeded expectations this season, finishing with 599 yards and seven touchdowns. He was one of only three rookie receivers in this highly-touted draft class, joining Justin Jefferson and Chase Claypool, to finish the season with 500 yards and seven scores.’
Opinion: Bills test our nerves, but playoff win drought is over
‘Allen was under pressure for most of the afternoon, and actually the majority of his completions came on throws from outside the pocket, where Allen went 15-of-20 for 185 yards and a pair of touchdowns.’
Opinion: Three Observations: The playoff monkey is finally off Bills’ backs
‘One can’t help but highlight the fact that the game came down to the final play. Just like in Buffalo’s Week 10 loss to the Arizona Cardinals, the Bills’ opponent ran the final play from right around mid-field and got a decent throw off towards the end zone. However, unlike in the Arizona game, Buffalo’s defense was able to knock down the final prayer and seal the victory.’
Opinion: Arrow Up/Arrow Down: Colts at Bills
‘The Bills defense failed to get a sack, nor force a turnover in the game. It was only the second time this season that has happened. The first and only other game was their first loss of the season back in Week 5 against the Tennessee Titans.’