‘While most people wanted to flee Western New York for warmer weather during spring break, Cole Bishop wanted to come back. Sure, he has a house and it makes more sense to stay there rather than spend money on a rental somewhere else. But Bishop also wanted to get back to work, so he returned a little earlier to work out locally ahead of the Buffalo Bills’ offseason workouts in April.’
BillsBeat - May 29, 2025
Sean McDermott calls Bills' selection for 'Hard Knocks' a 'real compliment' after selection criteria changed
‘”To some extent, I think it’s a real compliment to them choosing us and selecting our organization now that the criteria has changed,” McDermott said. “You look at it one of two ways, and it’s probably a little bit of both.”‘
James Cook not at Bills OTAs: What should next contract look like after second straight Pro Bowl season?
‘The surface-level stats, though, reveal just a small part of why Cook feels like he deserves to be paid like a top-tier running back. After posting 2.76 yards per rush after contact in 2023, Cook jumped to 3.26 yards in that category in 2024, ninth among all players with at least 200 rushes and one spot above Barkley. Cook was significantly better against heavy boxes and out of the shotgun compared to the year before, too.’
Bills, M&T Bank announce extension of longstanding partnership
‘M&T Bank and the Buffalo Bills announced on Wednesday a multi-year, long-term extension during a special event held to celebrate the 40th anniversary of their first sponsorship agreement, and the community impact they’ve made together in the years since.’
M&T Bank extends partnership with Buffalo Bills to celebrate 40 years of sponsorship
‘During the event, M&T also revealed its designation as a founding partner of the new Highmark Stadium, which is expected to be completed before the start of the 2026 season.’
M&T Bank, Buffalo Bills celebrate 40-year partnership
‘“For us, this is all about coming together and making a difference in the community that we love,” said Eric Feldstein, M&T Bank’s regional president. “We’re here on a multi-year agreement together and what I can tell you is that’s going to mean that you’re going to see M&T Bank, Buffalo Bills coming together, whether that be through marketing, whether that be community activation. We talked about Touchdown for Teachers and the Honor Flight — those are two amazing initiatives that are really there to up light the community we love in Western New York.”’
Dion Dawkins teams up for $45 million effort to revitalize Buffalo buildings
‘”He’s going to put his Shnowman touch on all these, all these apartments,” said developer Nick Sinatra.’
M&T Bank and Buffalo Bills Extend 'Official Bank' Partnership
‘M&T Bank entered its first sponsorship deal with the Bills in 1985, a historic moment when both organizations were on the rise. To create deeper connections with fans, they put community at the heart of their relationship and developed joint programs to uplift the greater Western New York region. Now 40 years later, the Buffalo Bills-M&T Bank brand partnership has become one of the longest-running active sponsorships in professional football.’
BillsBeat - May 28, 2025
Ryan O'Halloran: Sean McDermott still doesn't like tush push, but expect Bills to keep running it
‘Simultaneous Truth No. 1: McDermott’s succinct comment confirmed how much he hates the tush push. I think it’s the old defensive coach in him trying to stand up for his side of the football – that’s the only way I can rationalize his stance.’
Joey Bosa may be out until Bills' training camp with calf strain; James Cook still absent
‘“Listen, it is concerning,” McDermott acknowledged during a 25-minute press conference. “Durability, availability are key ties to our roster. So, we basically look ahead in terms of what he’s doing now, which is getting himself the treatment that he needs, and he’s working hard at it. That’s all that he can control right now. … We’re going to do the best job we can and I know he is as well, and we just take it one day at a time.”’
Bills coach Sean McDermott, players react to coming 'Hard Knocks' spotlight
‘“You can look at it one of two ways. Are you trying to walk through the door of, ‘Hey, getting closer and closer to success, or are you walking through the door every morning of fear of failure, right?’ ” McDermott said. “So we choose to walk the door of, ‘Hey, we try and move ourselves closer and closer every day to being successful as an individual, team, and organization,’ so that’s the approach that we take.”’
James Cook the only no-show as Bills open OTAs amid contract standstill
‘Attendance for the workouts is optional but Cook is seeking a new contract that would pay more than the $5.2 million he’s set to earn in 2025, the final year of his rookie deal.’
Joey Bosa injury update: Bills concerned as edge rusher could miss two months
‘Bosa strained a calf muscle last week during workouts at One Bills Drive and may be out until training camp, head coach Sean McDermott said Tuesday. The five-time Pro Bowler was not on the field as the team began OTAs.’
Bills RB James Cook doesn’t show for voluntary OTAs, Joey Bosa injured already
‘Cook has been campaigning for a new contract this offseason and has appeared on several podcasts to get the message across. He believes he’s worth $15 million per season but Bills general manager Brandon Beane has said the two sides have not been able to land on a similar number.’
Buffalo Bills player’s wedding gift for Josh Allen, Hailee Steinfeld is priceless
‘A Buffalo Bills player revealed in a new interview that the present he got for Josh Allen and Hailee Steinfeld doesn’t have a price tag. That’s because protecting your star quarterback is priceless.’