‘“We focus on what we focus on, and our controls are things that we can control,” Bills coach Sean McDermott said. “We don’t focus on things we can’t control. We certainly understand the situation and respect it, two good teams, and the most important thing we can be is consistent with our preparation, and that’s really the main thing that’s within our control.”’
BillsBeat - November 16, 2024
Saturday's Kansas City Coverage
Here’s what Jets special teams coordinator said about the new Chiefs kicker (Kansas City Star)
Chiefs K Harrison Butker has meniscus surgery in left, non-kicking knee, could be back this season (AP)
Donna Kelce says Taylor Swift might be too ‘busy’ to join in on family Thanksgiving plans (Fox News)
Chiefs to have new kicker vs. Bills in Week 11 after Harrison Butker lands on injured reserve with knee injury (CBS Sports)
Breaking down the grind-it-out Chiefs offense, and why it’s better than you think (CBS Sports)
Larry Csonka sees similarities between 9-0 Chiefs and his 1972 undefeated Dolphins team (CBS Sports)
Chris Jones Responds to Getting ‘Dunked On’ by Travis Kelce in Chiefs Practice (SI)
Is Isiah Pacheco playing this week? Latest injury news, updates on Chiefs RB for Week 11 vs. Bills (The Sporting News)
Taylor Swift, Kelce family did not have great experience in Buffalo last time Chiefs faced Bills (The Sporting News)
Chiefs’ Harrison Butker said Friday morning surgery on his left knee ‘went great’ (KHSB-TV)
Chiefs rule Omenihu, Pacheco out, greenlight return of Smith-Schuster for Bills game (KCTV-TV)
Butker undergoes surgery to repair left knee injury (KCTV-TV)
Chiefs fans embark on Buffalo trip ahead of AFC showdown (KCTV-TV)
Chiefs K Harrison Butker on the mend after left knee surgery (KDAF-TV)
Chiefs team up with research firm to look into Arrowhead’s future (KDAF-TV)
Week 11 Injury Report | Chiefs vs. Bills (Chiefs.com)
Bills rule out tight end Kincaid from playing against Chiefs, receiver Cooper listed as questionable
‘Kincaid’s absence further depletes the Josh Allen-led passing attack, which will already be without rookie receiver Keon Coleman, who will miss his second straight game with an injury to his right wrist.’
Bills’ new stadium costs balloon to $2.1 billion, $560 million over initial estimate, team tells AP
‘Bills president Pete Guelli said he was not surprised by the amount, given how the numbers have been tracking up since construction began 16 months ago. And he said the projected total represents the commitment the Pegulas have to the community because they are sticking to their vision for the facility without cutting corners to reduce costs.’
Rob Gronkowski explains what Bills must do to take down undefeated Chiefs in rivalry game
‘”The Bills need to play a complete game. All four quarters, there’s no doubt about that,” Gronkowski told Fox News Digital at Great Wolf Lodge’s grand opening in Naples, Florida, on Thursday. “And when it comes to crunch time, they cannot make any mistakes because Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs, they don’t make mistakes when it comes to crunch time. They know how to win, no matter what type of game it is.”‘
Bills TE Dalton Kincaid (knee) ruled out Sunday vs. the Chiefs
‘This will be the second game Kincaid has missed in his career and the first this season. The second-year tight end leads the team in targets (59) and is second in receptions (34). He has caught two touchdown passes this season.’
Josh Allen vs. Patrick Mahomes: Tale of the tape as Bills, Chiefs QBs square off in must-see Week 11 showdown
‘Muddying things further is the fact that, on the surface, their production has basically been a wash: Allen has the superior numbers, with eight more touchdowns and a superior passer rating, whereas Mahomes is the shepherd of the NFL’s only perfect record. So what can these numbers — and other advanced statistics — tell us in addition to the eye test? What lies beneath the surface? Let’s proceed.’
Bills star claims Bills are 'America's team'
‘”The Buffalo Bills are America’s team,” Dawkins said. “I don’t wanna take away from no one else but I think that they called the Cowboys America’s team… because the Cowboys were good in that time of life. Now the chapter is changed and we have Josh Allen [and] we’re America’s team in my eyes. And we play another team that is also America’s team. It’s just two really good teams colliding.”‘
Bills chances of beating Chiefs go down substantially after latest injury news
‘Tight end Dalton Kincaid suffered a knee injury in Week 10 against the Indianapolis Colts. Things seemed like they were fine when he tried giving it a go following the injury, but it was clear he was incapable of doing so and didn’t return after that. While the Bills were hopeful Kincaid could go in Week 11, head coach Sean McDermott confirmed that wouldn’t be the case, officially ruling him out.’
‘Feeling better’: Buffalo Bills WR Amari Cooper limited on Friday
‘The Buffalo wide receiver, who the Bills acquired from the Cleveland Browns on Oct. 15, has missed the team’s last two games with a wrist injury. Cooper spoke to the media on Thursday and gave a positive update on his wrist injury.’
Is Amari Cooper playing this week? Latest injury news, updates on Bills WR for Week 11 vs. Chiefs
‘Cooper is listed as questionable on the Bills injury report, but the veteran wide receiver is optimistic that he can play vs. the Chiefs.’
Why Bills could finally beat Patrick Mahomes, Chiefs in AFC playoffs
‘Buffalo has been more predictable with its offense in the past with Stefon Diggs dominating targets and Gabe Davis being the primary deep threat. But the aforementioned trio of Khalil Shakir, Ray Davis, Mack Hollins, Curtis Samuel, and Dawson Knox, the Bills can spread the ball around to find more favorable matchups and not tip off any tendencies. The effectiveness of the group in helping Allen become more efficient is a credit to offensive coordinator Joe Brady’s play-calling.’
McDermott: Bills need to respect Chiefs' success ahead of Week 11 matchup
‘”Yeah, I think it’s been, what, seven or so games since that 2017 meeting. So it’s a lot in a small window of time. A lot of respect for them, and certainly they’ve won quite a few championships. We’re looking forward to the opportunity this weekend should be a good, good game and a good matchup.”‘
Opinion: Just beat the Chiefs
‘The second impressive streak heading into Sunday’s matchup is the Kansas City defense, led by longtime defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo, has held 30-straight opponents (including the Bills twice) to under 28 points. That is the longest such streak in the league in 23 years.’
'That could mean everything': Chiefs Kingdom makes way to Bills Country for most anticipated game of season
‘While these lucky fans spent the night with Dawkins, the party started in Buffalo’s Black Rock Neighborhood at the only Chiefs backers bar in Western New York; Casey’s Black Rock, on Amherst Street.’