‘“We’ve got to hold together,” defensive tackle Ed Oliver said. “Von did the same thing for us.”’
BillsBeat - November 28, 2022
Eight Bills players miss practice due to illness
‘Prior to the session held inside the ADPRO Sports Training Center, head coach Sean McDermott announced that defensive backs Jordan Poyer, Siran Neal, Dane Jackson, and Jaquan Johnson, along with linebacker Tyler Matakevich, wide receiver Khalil Shakir, running back Nyheim Hines, and tight end Quintin Morris would all be out due to illness.’
‘It felt like home’: John Brown happy to be back with Bills
‘“When I got here, it felt like home,” said Brown. “When they picked me up from the airport, I thought I was going back to my house. So it was already home for me.”’
Bills bring back WR John Brown to practice squad
‘Brown said he’s been waiting for another opportunity and is finally healthy. At 32 years old, he said he still has something to offer — and is excited to be back in Buffalo to have a chance to prove that.’
Bills-Patriots matchup full of playmakers, John Brown is back and Greg Rousseau returns to practice
‘One player who’s allowed them to play at such a high level is linebacker Matt Judon. The LB leads the NFL with 13 sacks.’
BillsBeat - November 27, 2022
Ryan O'Halloran: A potential Von Miller timetable and other Bills musings
‘“The key is the next few days and how much swelling he develops and if there is any bone-bruising associated with it and any sprained ligaments associated with it as well.”’
Bills moves: Benford to IR, Rhodes to active roster, receiver Brown returns to team
‘Veteran cornerback Xavier Rhodes was promoted from the practice squad to take Benford’s roster spot. The Bills signed receiver John Brown and defensive tackle C.J. Brewer to the practice squad.’
Position grades: Leslie Frazier turned up heat on Lions after Von Miller went out
‘It was the most blitzes by the Bills’ defense in any game this season, and the highest rate of the season – 42.5% of Goff’s dropbacks. It’s not a shock the Bills would go after Goff, since he’s a pocket passer who rarely runs. The second most blitz-heavy game by the Bills’ defense this year was against New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson. The Bills blitzed him on 40% of his dropbacks’
Why the Bills make you wanna sing 'Shout!' (and no other song)
‘“It’s never not fun,” said Nicholas Picholas, the Bills’ in-game DJ, who plays “Shout!” after every home-game win. “There are several songs that get the fans going, but this little gem is special to this fan base.”’
'It was an exciting day': Buffalo Bills community efforts ramp up during holidays
‘Bills rookies joined legends Thurman Thomas and Booker Edgerson, and the Bills Women’s Association to pack and distribute meals for 600 families at FeedMore WNY. Edmunds was joined by other linebackers.’
Bills want the Smoke: Team signs fan favorite WR to practice squad
‘Brown, 32, played with the Bills from 2019-2020. The veteran receiver played a big role in Josh Allen’s development over those two seasons including a career year in 2019 in which he caught 72 passes for 1,060 yards and six touchdowns in 15 games. Brown was not as effective the following season as injuries limited him to just nine games (eight starts). In his final season with Buffalo, Brown caught 33 passes for 458 yards and three touchdowns.’
Bills injury update: Our thoughts and the latest on Von Miller’s knee injury
‘On Saturday, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reported that Miller, who was ruled out for Thursday night’s game against the New England Patriots by coach Sean McDermott on Friday, is going to wait a week to see how the injury feels. Miller’s hope is that he can then test the knee and play with a brace He’s done it before and feels confident that he can do it if the knee is healthy enough, but that may not be possible if it’s found that he needs season-ending surgery.’
Bills deliver record ratings for CBS & Paramount Plus. Should Buffalo be featured yearly on Thanksgiving?
‘According to CBS Sports PR, Buffalo delivered the most watched early Thanksgiving Day game on record. It also went down as the most-streamed Thanksgiving Day game ever.’
Bills place cornerback Christian Benford on Injured Reserve
‘The 22-year-old has been a bright light for the Buffalo secondary that has been missing veteran cornerback Tre’Davious White for a majority of the season. He has appeared in nine games this season, starting five of them, while registering 24 total tackles, one tackle for loss and an interception.’
Bills make 4 roster moves
‘Signed CB Xavier Rhodes from the practice squad.’