‘Hochul, who watched from a box with her husband, Bill, and wore a Bills jacket with Hamlin’s No. 3, said the state, Erie County, team and league are “just dotting I’s. We are so close to being done. It does take a long time, but it’s going to happen.”’
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Bills defeat Patriots for Damar Hamlin to lock up No. 2 seed, will host Dolphins in playoffs
‘And then in the third quarter, with the Bills listing a bit against a fired up New England team, he did it again, this time going 101 yards for a go-ahead touchdown which ultimately sent the Bills on their way to a tense, hard-fought 35-23 victory.’
Josh Allen says Bills opening kickoff against Patriots was 'spiritual'
‘“I think a little bit,” quarterback Josh Allen said when he was asked if it was tough to steady the nerves and control the emotions that were coursing through the veins of every player. “Sitting there, national anthem, I know some guys had some tears rolling down and just a feeling of uncertainty of what it was gonna feel like to go back out there.”’
Bills report card: Tre White opens up on tough week, getting apology text from Damar Hamlin
‘With Hamlin out, the Bills had to turn to third-string safety Dean Marlowe who, since returning to the Bills in a trade from Atlanta, had played all of one defensive snap before Sunday. He held his own, but there were definitely times when the secondary had problems, especially with WR Devante Parker who caught six passes for 79 yards and two TDs. Nothing new for him because he used to kill the Bills when he played for Miami.’
Damar Hamlin jerseys, signs and well wishes everywhere in Buffalo
‘You’d be hard-pressed to walk down Southwestern Boulevard without passing Hamlin jerseys and No. 3s posted everywhere. That includes Fay Street, where the Bills Mafia House sits next door to the Bills stadium. Hamburg’s Shane Prouty fixed the house nine years ago before it turned into a popular tailgating destination.’
Why did Damar Hamlin apologize to Tre’Davious White? Bills CB reveals while discussing tough week
‘“What he said was, ‘I’m thinking about y’all, I’m sorry that I did that to y’all,’” White recalled. “For him to check on us when he’s the person that’s going through what he’s going through, man. That just shows what type of person he is … when he’s the one that’s going through it.”’
Bills’ Damar Hamlin had one response for Nyheim Hines’ 96-yard opening kickoff TD
‘Nyheim Hines, Buffalo’s kick and punt returner, made sure to put on a show for the safety who is watching from the game from the UC Medical Center. Hines took the opening kickoff 96 yards into the end zone to put Buffalo up 7-0 just 14 seconds into the game.’
Bills’ John Brown scores TD for first time in 2 years, gives ball to trainer who saved Damar Hamlin (Watch)
‘Kellington, the Bills’ assistant athletic trainer, was credited by Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated as playing a vital role in reviving Damar Hamlin after he suffered cardiac arrest on the field last Monday. Kellington and several other medical professionals restored Hamlin’s heartbeat using CPR and an AED on the field at Paycor Stadium before he was taken to the hospital in an ambulance.’
Bills’ Nyheim Hines torches Patriots’ not-so-special teams in 35-23 win (Report card)
‘Buffalo’s offensive line struggled in the first half. They were better in the second half, but the unit could be an issue come playoff time. Josh Allen had plenty of pressure in his face at times in the win and had to use his legs to keep plays alive.’
Who do the Bills play in AFC Wild Card round? Matchup is set
‘Dolphins starter Tua Tagovailoa suffered his second documented concussion of the season in a Week 16 game against the Green Bay Packers. He suffered the injury in the second half and finished the game, throwing three interceptions in the second half. Tagovailoa’s status for the playoffs in unknown. He suffered what most now believe to be a head injury in Week 3 against the Bills and left the game for a period of time before returning and finishing the contest.’
Bengals’ Joe Burrow has hilarious response to whether he tracked Bills’ game vs. Patriots with No. 2 seed on line
‘“I was not,” Burrow told the media postgame via Paul Dehner Jr. “I just assumed they were going to win.”’
When will Buffalo Bills play Miami Dolphins on Wild Card Weekend? Date and time set
‘Buffalo dropped their Week 3 matchup to the Dolphins 21-19. The Bills were attempting a chance at a game-winning field goal in that matchup, but simply ran out of time. In the rematch between the teams, Buffalo was able to defeat Miami 32-29. Considering that both games were determined by three points or less, the rubber match at Highmark Stadium could also go down to the wire.’
Dawson Knox delivers message to Damar Hamlin after TD vs. Patriots; Here’s Hamlin’s response
‘Knox made a heart gesture with both of his hands, a signature move of Hamlin. Running back Devin Singletary joined the celebration by throwing up three fingers on both hands in honor of Hamlin, who wears no. 3.’
Hines, Bills honor Hamlin with divisional win over rival Patriots
‘Hines’ 96-yard return wasn’t all he had in store for the packed crowd that filled the stands. Midway through the third quarter, Hines returned a kickoff following a Patriots go-ahead touchdown and proceeded to take it the distance for a second time, traveling 101 yards to pay dirt to regain the Bills’ lead at 21-17 with 6:53 remaining in the quarter.’
McDermott, Bills players react to emotional victory over Patriots as team honored Hamlin, first responders
‘“What courage it took to go out there today and the way they handled it,” said Sean McDermott of his team. “Just very impressed by them, and our team, including all the staff.”’