‘The crowd was loud as players ran onto the field before practice. After practice, several players including quarterback Josh Allen stopped and signed autographs for dozens of fans.’
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Bills coach McDermott asks for tempered expectations on rookie tight end Dalton Kincaid
‘“I’m around my TV in the offseason and that break so I get a chance to watch all the stuff that’s said,” McDermott said. “I just like to let the guy have one practice out here, can we just take that approach?”’
Bills receiver Stefon Diggs says any lingering concerns are water under the bridge
‘Diggs said whatever offseason drama occurred when the Bills’ top receiving threat skipped voluntary spring practices and posted cryptic messages on social media about his future in Buffalo was aired out last month during a meeting with coach Sean McDermott.’
Josh Allen moves Bills fan to tears with training camp hug
‘Wednesday morning, as Bills fans gathered in Rochester amid the first day of the team’s training camp at St. John Fisher University, Allen left the practice field to be greeted by a group of young fans looking for autographs and photos with the two-time Pro Bowler.’
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‘It didn’t take first round pick Dalton Kincaid very long to look comfortable in the offense. Josh Allen hooked up with Kincaid for a touchdown during some red zone work against the Bills top defense. After practice Allen said “he is fun to throw to.” During the same drill, he made a nice block on the edge to spring Deonte Harty for a touchdown run.’
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‘The Bills have had one of the top defenses since Sean became the head coach and he’s got a lengthy track record of doing the job, so it’s not like he has to fix a broken defense. I think this was a move to get that unit to the next level. Maybe it was time for a different voice and there’s none more powerful than the head coach.’
Stefon Diggs takes lead in setting Buffalo Bills’ 2023 agenda
‘“My main focus and my only focus is winning,” Diggs said. “Everybody says they want a Super Bowl, but we’ve had legitimate chances at this thing. We’ve had the team, we’ve had the coaches, we’ve had everything that we’ve needed and as far as us not getting over the hump, I feel like it’s always cause for a conversation. I’ve always wanted to have a conversation and we have an open-door policy. Coach will tell you he has an open-door policy and I’ve had those conversations.’
Buffalo Campday Recap: Diggs drama is over, Kincaid’s first impression, Thad’s injury
‘“I like Pittsford Dairy as well, which I’ve seen a couple of you there — maybe some of you more than once. Maybe a little bit of checks and balances for you guys.”’
High school kicker gets autograph from Bills kicker Tyler Bass
‘“I accidentally kicked our soccer ball over the track and over the field, so I had to go get it after practice,” Renoldson said.’
Diggs looks to put tense offseason behind him
‘”It was a Cinderella story that didn’t happen,” Diggs said about the end of last season.’
Bills training camp kicks off at St. John Fisher University
‘Bills safety Damar Hamlin received a warm welcome from fans as he walked onto the practice field 205 days after being resuscitated on the field during a game in Cincinnati.’
2023 Buffalo Bills Training Camp Day 1: Stefon Diggs back and ready to work
‘“From a standpoint of a head coach I have the utmost respect for him (Sean McDermott). He’s a guy that you can always have an open door policy with, that you can have a conversation with as a man most importantly not just a football player,” said Diggs.’
Brother asks Josh Allen to hug sister; She was in tears
‘Before Allen began signing autographs, the brother calls to him saying “I have a question.” The quarterback walks over and the brother leans into his ear, asking him to hug his sister in the bucket hat whose already crying. In between signing hats, footballs, and jerseys, he hugs the sister.’
Sean McDermott gives updates on Diggs, Hamlin as Bills start training camp
‘Diggs, who missed the Bills’ opening practice of minicamp in June, was on the field for Wednesday’s practice. “We know what Stef can do, we know what type of player he is and what he means to our football team,” said McDermott.’
'I'm in a great space' | WR Stefon Diggs says all is well with the Bills after offseason conversations
‘When asked point-blank if he still wants to stay in Buffalo for the remainder of his career, Diggs responded, “100%”.’