‘(Clinching the second seed in the AFC is) “Very important. Not sure what next week brings, but it gives us an option to get certain guys rest and we’ll just kind of go with the flow with whatever Beane and McDermott are telling our guys to do, but still got to prepare like, we’re trying to go, and that’s our game plan.”‘
BillsBeat - December 30, 2024
Opinion: Capaccio: Arrow Up/Arrow Down: Jets at Bills
‘The Bills couldn’t get their run running game going. They ran for just 2.9 yards per carry, running 34 times for 97 yards.’
Opinion: Simon: Bills get complete performance in rout of Jets
‘The score was close for a half. The Bills led 12-0 at the break but the Jets sure looked like a team that was mentally already in their off season.’
Why locking up the No. 2 seed for the Buffalo Bills is so valuable heading into playoffs
‘So naturally, the next question from Bills fans will be whether or not we’ll see the starters play next week. McDermott said he would have a conversation with Bills GM Brandon Beane and owner Terry Pegula in the next few days to figure out the best approach. As for Allen, he’s ready for whatever and doesn’t have a preference, but understands it’s nice to be in this position.’
Water Buffalo Club unites international community of Bills fans
‘“It’s surreal! We’ve been listening to all the stories and now we can see how crazy it is,” Sultan said.’
Carucci Take 2: Bills pound Jets, make emphatic statement about value of No. 2 playoff seed
‘Granted, the Jets are awful. They played like the sorry outfit they are with three turnovers and 16 penalties for 120 yards to the Bills’ seven for 60 yards.’
Should Josh Allen win NFL MVP?
‘So far Vegas agrees with the Bills fans, with Allen being the current favorite with -165 odds. But the reigning MVP, Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, isn’t far behind, sitting at +150 and getting closer by the carry.’
Bills dominate Jets, lock up AFC 2-seed
‘Amari Cooper and Keon Coleman each made spectacular touchdown grabs. James Cook found the end zone and Mitch Trubisky even got on the scoresheet with a TD pass.’
Thad Brown: “Everybody gets a piece” of feel good Bills win
‘Back in the offseason, the expectation for the Bills was taking a step back. It was to be a season of transition. Back then, the Jets were seen as the team most likely to ascend past Buffalo to the AFC East throne.’
Bills Mafia teams up with Chabad of Pittsford for fifth night of Hanukkah
‘Fans presented a field goal post menorah, a fitting theme of the night.’
Buffalo Bills demolish New York Jets, 40-14
‘Josh Allen fired for 182 passing yards, 2 passing touchdowns, and another rushing touchdown. It was his 65th rushing TD of all-time, tying Thurman Thomas for the most in franchise history.’
Bills 40, Jets 14 | Final score, stats to know + game highlights
‘The defense forced three takeaways and had 4.0 total sacks. DE A.J. Epenesa, Von Miller and DT Ed Oliver each had 1.0 sack while DT DaQuan Jones and DE Greg Rousseau each had 0.5 sacks. CB Christian Benford and DT Jordan Phillips both had interceptions and LB Matt Milano had the fumble recovery. Oliver had a forced fumble as well. LB Joe Andreessen led tacklers with eight.’
Top 3 things we learned from Bills vs. Jets | Week 17
‘Buffalo’s defense got after Aaron Rodgers and the Jets all day. Their first eight drives ended in either a turnover on downs, punt, safety, or turnover.’
'It's like a snowball effect' | Bills players react after dominant home victory over the Jets
‘”Great environment again at home,” head coach Sean McDermott said. “Great to win. 8-0 at home. Hard to do. It’s just special to play here… The history that’s been built here over the years and playing well at home in the red, white and blue with the Buffalo Bills. So great environment.”‘
Bills clinch AFC No. 2 seed in 2024 NFL Playoffs with 26-point win over Jets
‘The Bills will host the No. 7 seed at Highmark Stadium during Wild Card Weekend (Jan. 11-13). Buffalo’s opponent will not be finalized until the completion of the Week 18 slate.’