‘Johnson looked fantastic on the Giants’ opening drive, tackling tight end Daniel Bellinger on the first possession for no gain.’
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Joey Bosa, Bills rookie defenders flash in preseason opener vs. Giants (stock up/stock down)
‘Joey Bosa: Bosa does not have to worry about a roster spot, but the defensive end looked excellent in the opening series of the game. He applied pressure and batted a ball on third down to get the defense off the field. Bosa gave the Giants offensive line fits and that’s exactly what the team wants him to do to opposing teams in the regular season.’
How did Buffalo Bills fare against Giants rookie QB in NFL debut? (Observations)
‘Dart had little trouble moving the ball against the Bills’ defense. He completed 12-of-19 passes for 154 yards and one touchdown to receiver Lil’Jordan Humphrey in the first quarter. Humphrey got separation while working against Bills cornerback Dane Jackson, who couldn’t recover in time to make a play on the ball.’
Bills fall to Giants, but Josh Allen’s backups have some good moments: Final score, recap, photos
‘Mitchell Trubisky played the first half; Mike White played most of the second.’
Bills preseason notebook: The Tyrell Shavers hype train is picking up steam once again
‘But it was a 69-yard catch-and-run touchdown during a late-season win over the New York Jets. Forget the previous two games in which he played just 22 snaps, that touchdown was the confidence booster Shavers needed to move forward with the Buffalo Bills.’
Sunday’s New York Coverage
Jaxson Dart throws absolute dime for first Giants touchdown pass in thrilling debut (New York Post)
Russell Wilson delivers short but effective Giants preseason debut (New York Post)
Deonte Banks, battling for starting cornerback job, given more playing time in Giants’ preseason win (New York Post)
Three takeaways from Giants’ preseason opener win against Bills (New York Post)
Jaxson Dart shares heartwarming moment with mom after dazzling Giants preseason debut (New York Post)
Giants’ Jaxson Dart shines in his preseason debut, a win over the Bills (Newsday)
Rookie LB Abdul Carter delivers big pressure in short playing time (Newsday)
Rookie LB Abdul Carter delivers big pressure in short playing time (Newsday)
How did Giants’ Jaxson Dart look in preseason debut? Did he outplay Shedeur Sanders? (Newark Star Ledger)
As Jaxson Dart impresses, here’s how Russell Wilson did in Giants’ preseason opener (Newark Star Ledger)
Jaxson Dart: Why NY Giants rookie QB’s preseason debut was a hit – and completely worth it (Bergen Record)
Photo gallery (Bergen Record)
Grading Giants rookie QB Jaxson Dart’s pro debut vs. Bills (USA Today)
Russell Wilson and Jaxson Dart show promise in Giants’ 34-25 preseason win at Bills (AP)
Giants rookie QB Jaxson Dart ‘efficient, effective’ in debut (ESPN)
Giants’ Brian Daboll Gives Honest Assessment of Jaxson Dart’s First Preseason Outing (SI)
3 Takeaways From Jaxson’s Dart Preseason Debut for Giants (SI)
Cam Skattebo injury update: Why Giants rookie RB missed first preseason game (The Sporting News)
Game Recap: Lights not too bright for rookies (Giants.com)
Instant Analysis: Russell Wilson, Jaxson Dart make Giants debuts (Giants.com)
Game Balls: Standouts from preseason opener (Giants.com)
Presser Points: Brian Daboll talks postgame (plus Joe Schoen in the booth) (Giants.com)
Photo gallery (Giants.com)
Photo gallery 1 (BuffaloBills.com)
Photo gallery 2 (BuffaloBills.com)
Photo gallery 3 (BuffaloBills.com)
Photo gallery 4 (BuffaloBills.com)
Photo gallery 1 (Buffalo News)
Photo gallery 2 (Buffalo News)
Photo gallery (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle)
James Cook warms up but declines to play in Bills preseason opener as contract standoff continues
‘“James and I had a good conversation yesterday,” McDermott said following a 34-25 loss. “So he warmed up, but at this point, due to the situation and position he’s in, he’s not willing to play. So that’s where we’re at. Again, it was a good conversation, but really no change overall.”’
James Cook warms up but opts not to play for Bills amid contract drama
‘He took part in the drills, even taking a snap with the first-team offense during 11-on-11 drills during the warmups. But when it came time for the game to start, Cook came out with his teammates still with some of his uniform on but with a beanie on his head instead of a helmet. He did not take a snap in the game despite coach Sean McDermott saying that he wanted him to. Cook is seeking a contract extension and has not participated in the last four practices over the past six days.’
Bills RB Ray Davis Nailed Extra Point As Kicker in Preseason Game vs. Giants
‘Bills running back Ray Davis was called upon to try and tack on the extra point Saturday during their first preseason game against the Giants. And guess what? He absolutely nailed it.’
Sean McDermott Explains Why James Cook Warmed Up, Didn't Play in Bills' Preseason Opener
‘”No, we wanted him to play,” McDermott said. “I wanted him to play, but I don’t really want to go into it any further. There’s really no change at this point in time from what it was going into this weekend and the game today. So he warmed up like I said, but at this point, due to the situation and the position he’s in, he was not willing to play, so that’s where we’re at.”‘
Bills star defender injured in preseason opener vs. Giants
‘Nickel cornerback Taron Johnson made a tackle in the flat that resulted in him leaving the game. It appeared to be an upper-body injury, but was cleared of a concussion. Johnson was injured in Week 1 last year against the Arizona Cardinals and missed multiple weeks, and Buffalo is hoping to avoid a similar problem.’
Taron Johnson injury update: Bills' star cornerback gets head, neck caught in awkward tackle
‘Taron Johnson went low for a tackle on Giants tight end Greg Dulcich, and his head and neck got turned at an awkward angle.’
Why RB Ray Davis just kicked an extra point for the Buffalo Bills in preseason game
‘The Bills signed Caden Davis to fill in as the kicker, but Buffalo doesn’t gain a lot from letting Davis kick an extra point.’
Bills' James Cook makes unexpected decision during contract negotiations at preseason game
‘The Buffalo Bills’ star running back was in uniform for their first preseason game against the New York Giants.’
8 big winners from Buffalo Bills preseason opener vs. New York Giants
‘The legend of Buffalo Joe continues. Andreessen ran with the No. 1 defense today, as Terrel Bernard didn’t take the field. He had five tackles, including a tackle for loss. Expect Andreessen to get real defensive snaps come the regular season.’