‘The deal is similar to what the team did with former starting safety Micah Hyde last season, signing him to the practice squad in December. Hyde did not end up playing for the Bills, but helped as a support to the defense, specifically the team’s young defensive backs, however, this signing is much earlier in the year.’
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Bills reunite with Jordan Poyer as former All-Pro safety heads back to Buffalo after stint with Dolphins
‘This signing may be worth a shot to see whether Poyer can return to something resembling his 2021 season, when he earned All-Pro honors. That year, Poyer amassed 93 tackles, eight tackles for loss, three sacks and five interceptions.’
What Josh Allen Is Doing to Get the Bills That Elusive Super Bowl Win
‘For everyone here, there’s a little bit of a sobering feeling to the idea that Allen will turn 30 in May. It’s a reminder for Sean McDermott and Brandon Beane of how long they’ve been running the Bills. It can also have a way of ratcheting up the angst of long-suffering fans, who know how special what they have in Allen is, and how excruciating it can be to get so close to the NFL’s apex without actually planting your flag on the peak.’
Bills' Frank Gore Jr., Jimmy Ciarlo, Shane Buchele get good news after tough day for Hard Knocks favorites
‘But that duo got positive news on Wednesday: They’re two of the 16 guys who have been signed to the Bills’ practice squad.’
Bills bring back safety Jordan Poyer in player-coach role
‘If Poyer is there to basically be an additional coach who will suit up if someone goes down with injury, that is a plus for the Bills who have a young safety room, specifically Cole Bishop who was their second-round pick a year ago.’
Bills make new roster decisions on Zach Davidson, KJ Hamler after Hard Knocks made them fan favorites'
‘Both players were cut on Tuesday as the Bills trimmed their roster to the initial 53-man group needed to begin the regular season.’
Bills without cornerbacks Benford, White at Wednesday's practice
‘Tre’Davious White, who left last Friday’s practice with a leg injury, wasn’t on the field in any capacity, while Christian Benford, who also left that practice early but said he was fine after, worked off to the side on an exercise bike.’
Beane not ruling out White for season opener against Ravens
‘”We’re rehabbing him as much as we can, and Tre’s got a great attitude. He’s attacking it, and we’re going to take it day-by-day to see where it goes,” said Beane on Wednesday with reporters in Orchard Park.’
Highmark Stadium construction 'over 70%' completed
‘”From a percentage standpoint of work in place, we’re over 70% complete with the stadium,” said Polka in an interview with WBEN. “From a more practical, ‘What does that mean?’ We’re working towards the enclosure of the building, so working towards getting all the exterior skin up so that as the winter months and the colder months come, we’re able to continue to work efficiently and productively inside.”‘
Why the Buffalo Bills signing former All-Pro safety Jordan Poyer makes sense
‘The team announced the signing of Poyer and 15 other players to the team’s practice squad on Wednesday, a day after finalizing its initial 53-man roster.’
Bills bringing Jordan Poyer back to practice squad
‘Poyer, 34, played with the Bills from 2017 to 2023, appearing in 107 games, intercepting 22 passes and completing nearly 700 tackles. He earned a first-team All-Pro nod in 2021 and was selected to the Pro Bowl in 2022. In Buffalo, he was a team captain and leader of the defense.’
Familiar names return to Bills practice squad
‘Safety Jordan Poyer and defensive tackle Jordan Phillips were among the 16 practice squad signings the team signed on Wednesday. Including cornerback Dane Jackson, the Bills practice squad features three defenders who have combined to play 220 games for the team.’
'Buffalo or nothing': Poyer and Phillips return to the Bills as mentors
‘The veterans said they are more than willing to take on mentorship roles, but both emphasized they still have plenty left to give on the field.’
Jordan Poyer and Jordan Phillips returning to Buffalo
‘According to ESPN, Poyer’s deal is similar to the deal given to Safety Micah Hyde last season, where they signed him to the practice squad in December.’
Top five things Bills GM Brandon Beane had to say about Buffalo's initial 53-man roster
‘”We’re very confident in who we have,” Beane shared. “Obviously our medical team and Tre will do everything they can to be ready for Baltimore. You guys know Tre. He’s been through a couple things. Luckily, this is not any type of season-ending thing.”‘