‘Here’s how staffers of The Buffalo News see the NFL season shaping up…’.
BillsBeat - September 4, 2025
Erik Brady: John Leypoldt kicked his way into – and then out of – Rich Stadium history
‘Leypoldt earned a top grade on each of his three tries in that 1973 home opener, but flunked on three in 1976’s home opener, a 30-21 loss to the Miami Dolphins. The first was a blocked kick that was not his fault. But Bills coach Lou Saban told reporters there was nothing wrong with the other two “except for the kicker.”‘
'Everybody eats' is back. Will the Bills’ team-first passing game be enough vs Ravens?
‘The Bills don’t have a Ja’Marr Chase, or Justin Jefferson, or Amon-Ra St. Brown. They used to have one of those superstar types in Stefon Diggs, but he moved on after 2023 following the greatest four-year period any Bills receiver has had in team history.’
Cornerback concerns mount for Bills ahead of Ravens clash: Latest injury updates
‘Coach Sean McDermott said Wednesday that both starting cornerbacks, Christian Benford and Tre’Davious White, are dealing with lower leg injuries and they will likely be listed as questionable for the game.’
Did a Bills legend save 'Hard Knocks?' 6 takeaways from fantastic final episode
‘The final episode wrapped with Marv Levy’s rhetorical question to an earlier generation of Bills players.’
Bills player, and his mom, rescue 19 dogs over the weekend. See the heart-warming video
‘An Instagram video posted by a Buffalo area rescue shelter praised thanked Shakir and his mom for helping to save 19 dogs from crossing over the Rainbow Bridge prematurely.’
New limited-edition Josh Allen cereal being sold at Wegmans: What to know
‘Each box costs $3.99, according to the Wegmans app, and $1 of every box sold will benefit Oishei Children’s Hospital in Buffalo, Wegmans says.’
Buffalo Bills injury update: Starting CB still not practicing ahead of Ravens game
‘“Tre’Davious won’t practice, not ruling him out at this point, but he will not practice today,” McDermott said. “He’s a pro, right? You know Tre White and he’s always going to be studying and whether he’s in the training room watching his iPad or at home or here getting his rehab in at the same time. So he really wants to be out there and we want him out there.”’
Ravens will reportedly face the Bills without the player who almost saved them in playoffs
‘NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported on Wednesday that tight end Isaiah Likely is not expected to suit up for Baltimore. Baltimore’s No. 2 tight end is recovering from a broken bone in his foot. Likely underwent surgery in late July and is expected to return to the field early in the season.’
How a former Westhill star cut by the Bills created one of the most touching moments on Hard Knocks
‘“That was a very competitive room that Casey was in,” Beane told the Hard Knocks crew. “A very steep hill to climb. Thought Casey did some things, thought he was ascending as camp closed. Saw him make some plays. He’s one of those guys that left it all on the table. He should not hold his head down or anything like that.”’
Can the Bills take the final step? What to expect from the 2025 Buffalo Bills
‘Ultimately, though, the Bills’ hopes are on the shoulders of MVP QB Josh Allen. As he goes, the Bills will go once again, and Buffalo has tried to surround him with all the talent necessary to take the next step. Along with Palmer coming over in free agency, WR Khalil Shakir enters the season after inking a new four-year extension, TE Dalton Kincaid is back healthy from his knee injury, and second-year WR Keon Coleman is poised to take a step forward. RB James Cook’s brief hold-in came to a close with a new contract as well. Additionally, LB Terrel Bernard and CB Christian Benford received new contracts on the defensive side of the ball.’
Bills hoping to cure prior Week 1 sluggishness to avoid being battered by Baltimore
‘Whether it’s the opening-day jitters or getting used to full-speed game action, the Bills have been mostly mediocre in season openers under coach Sean McDermott. Buffalo is 5-3 in Week 1, but aside from a 21-point win over the Rams in 2022, the Bills haven’t been as dominant as they would become during the rest of the season.’
Bills C Sedrick Van Pran-Granger practices for first time this season, WR Gabe Davis signed to practice squad
‘For the first time all season, Van Pran-Granger practiced with the team Wednesday. In fact, he wasn’t even listed on the team’s injury report.’
Thursday's Baltimore Coverage
Ravens’ Mark Andrews, Lamar Jackson get fresh start vs. Bills: ‘New season’ (Baltimore Sun)
Ravens CB Jaire Alexander returns to practice ahead of opener against Bills (Baltimore Sun)
Ravens’ Ronnie Stanley touts importance of Week 1 matchup against Bills (Fox News)
Ravens’ Mark Andrews embraces fresh start after playoff drops (ESPN)
Ravens’ Mark Andrews adamant he’s moved on as he returns to Buffalo, scene of brutal playoff drop vs. Bills (CBS Sports)
Lamar Jackson brushes off contract talk with Ravens, focused on Bills (The Sporting News)
Ravens sign All-Pro before Week 1 vs. Bills after shocking release from NFC team (The Sporting News)
Baltimore Ravens signing highly coveted 3-time All-Pro after surprise release (The Sporting News)
Ravens’ Isaiah Likely gets key injury update before Week 1 Sunday night opener vs. Bills (The Sporting News)
Ravens get difficult injury update for star TE heading into Week 1 vs. Bills (The Sporting News)
Ravens ready to face Bills in season opener, putting playoff loss behind them (WMAR-TV)
Baltimore Ravens open season in Buffalo, motivated by last year’s playoff loss (WJZ-TV)
‘I’m a Pro’: Mark Andrews Unfazed by Return to Buffalo (BaltimoreRavens.com)
Jaire Alexander Returns to Ravens Practice (BaltimoreRavens.com)
News & Notes: Lamar Jackson’s Thoughts on Josh Allen Winning MVP (BaltimoreRavens.com)
Ravens Sign Special Teams Ace to Practice Squad (BaltimoreRavens.com)
Mailbag: Road to the Super Bowl? Do the Ravens Seem Ready? (BaltimoreRavens.com)
What we learned from the finale of 'Hard Knocks' with the Buffalo Bills
‘Plenty of importance was placed on the role of the practice squad, which was filled out by a combination of players released at the end of camp and free agents from around the NFL. Players on the practice squad make between $13,000 and $25,000 per week, and can be activated on gameday as many as three times before a team must sign them to the 53-man roster.’