‘It is another way Hamlin is seeking to put “real love into the world” and into the lives of people who spent countless hours and days assisting him at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center. On Monday, the hospital announced that Hamlin was being transferred to Buffalo General Medical Center in Buffalo, following the Bills defeating the Patriots, 35-23, to secure the No. 2 seed in the AFC.’
BillsBeat - January 11, 2023
Josh Allen, Stefon Diggs headline nine Bills who will determine playoff fate
‘But aside from that, this is Allen’s year. The team is supremely talented. He has the supporting cast. Allen needs to take advantage of this window.’
Kaleida Health provides update on Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin after his return to Buffalo
‘On Tuesday, Kaleida Health announced Hamlin remains hospitalized but in good spirits. He was joined by his parents Mario and Nina and his younger brother Damir. In addition, Kaleida said Hamlin is going through a series of testing and evaluation.’
'It was spiritual': Hines' opening kickoff return sets tone for Bills after emotional week
‘”I was just trying to get there,” Hines said. “And then when I was getting there, I was thinking about celebrating with my teammates. As soon as I crossed the goal line, I thought in my head, ‘Wow, this is our first (game) since Cincinnati… I’m speechless.’ I’m so thankful it was me to bring that juice, but it’s way bigger than me.”‘
Bills preparing for three different quarterbacks as Dolphins return for rubber match
‘As of now, Tagovailoa is not eligible to play. It doesn’t sound like the Bills think he will play, meaning they would face Teddy Bridgewater or Skylar Thompson.’
Hamlin 'in good spirits' at Buffalo hospital as recovery continues
‘Kaleida Health shared an update Tuesday, saying Hamlin’s parents and younger brother are with him, as doctors work to determine what caused his cardiac arrest on the field last Monday night.’
What you need to know about the Bills postseason
‘If the Bills win against the Dolphins, they’ll face the winner of the No. 3 Cincinnati Bengals and No. 6 Baltimore Ravens. The Bills beat the Ravens 23-20 this season and the game against the Bengals was canceled after Hamlin suffered from a cardiac arrest. Buffalo is guaranteed to play the second round at Highmark stadium because they have a higher seeding than both teams.’
'Don't Blink' | Telling the story of the Buffalo Bills 2022 regular season as an 18-track album
‘One of Miller’s overarching themes he talked to the team about was “Don’t Blink”. Essentially, don’t get rattled in the face of adversity. The Bills were no stranger to adversity and what it means to “Don’t Blink” in those moments.’
BillsBeat - January 10, 2023
On Beane, Hines, Bills-Dolphins line, Buffalo’s ‘23 slate
‘But it’s Beane’s trades that have been most impactful. Start with dealing for wide receiver Stefon Diggs from Minnesota. In how many of Buffalo’s 40 wins since 2020 — regular-season and playoffs — has he been a heavy contributor? A deal with Philadelphia in 2019 brought in starting guard Ryan Bates. And the one currently and understandably being lauded is Beane’s decision to ship Zack Moss, a third-round pick in 2020 who had mostly been a disappointment, to Indianapolis for backup running back and kick returner Nyheim Hines.’
Analysis: Josh Allen led NFL in deep passing in 2022
‘The Bills’ quarterback finished the regular season leading the NFL in deep completions, deep attempts and deep passing yards, according to Pro Football Focus.’
Damar Hamlin returns to Buffalo; Josh Allen feels good heading into playoffs; Tre White's play
‘“You see how the guys feel about him, so I think they want to carry that all the way through these playoffs and really keep him in mind and play as if he were out there with us on every single down,” Frazier said. “We want to make him proud as he’s watching us perform, and I think guys are going to keep him close to their hearts as they get ready for the next ball game.”’
Report: Panthers seek to interview Bills offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey for head coach
‘Carolina general manager Scott Fitterer told reporters Monday that the Panthers are not expecting to interview a large group. Dan Morgan, the Panthers’ assistant general manager, previously worked in the Bills’ front office as the director of player personnel from 2018 to 2020.’
Upon Further Review: Dean Marlowe becomes next man up at safety opposite Jordan Poyer
‘“We preach next-man-up mentality. I’ve been able to be with Damar for the last, I’ll probably say 10 weeks, and just watching him grow each day,” Marlowe said. “In my mind, it wasn’t about me, it was about playing for him. Everything that I can do for him to watch and just be proud that the guys on the back end are doing their job. So, at any point in time, I know I’ve got to do my job and it’s the league. Next-man-up mentality and I go out there and play for my brothers.”‘
Ed Oliver, DaQuan Jones dominate playing time at defensive tackle for Bills against Patriots
‘It’s common for the Bills to use something closer to a 60-40 split among their defensive tackles, but as the season has gone on, defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier and defensive line coach Eric Washington have leaned on Jones and Oliver more and more. Jones has played at least 73% of the defensive snaps in three of the past four games, while Oliver has played at least 65% of the defensive snaps going all the way back to the Week 10 game against Minnesota.’
Ken Dorsey Watch: Bills attacked Patriots defensive secondary
‘It’s clear that the Buffalo Bills thought they could throw the ball on the New England defensive secondary. Buffalo called passes on 25 of 35 offensive snaps in the first half, and 34 of 49 snaps (69.4%) up until they took a 35-23 lead in the fourth quarter. As a result, almost all of the passing came with three wide receivers on the field (11 personnel).’