‘This will mark Williams’ first Pro Bowl selection since the 2016 season, and sixth overall (2010, 2012-14, 2016, 2018). His final season in the National Football League ended with five sacks, 35 tackles and 14 hits of the quarterback.
BillsBeat - January 8, 2019
Capaccio: A look at each of the Bills' 2019 UFAs
‘That last sentence I just wrote about Miller also applies to Mills, who has been with the Bills for the better part of four seasons after two years with the Bears, as well as the Cowboys and Lions practice squads. Like Miller, Mills’ tenure on the right side of the Bills’ line was uneven. The organization felt he played well enough in 2015 and 2016 to receive a two-year contract extension, but the last two years have been too inconsistent for the team to feel they need to bring him back. They should look to upgrade at the spot, but not close the door on Mills returning on a veteran-minimum type of deal for depth purposes.’
Buffalo Bills' Kyle Williams officially added to NFL Pro Bowl
‘The team announced on Monday that Williams, the 13-year veteran of the franchise, has officially been added to the NFL Pro Bowl. The defensive tackle takes the place of Tennessee’s Jurrell Casey, and will take part in the sixth Pro Bowl of his career.’
2018 Buffalo Bills All-22 in Review: Offensive Tackles
‘Of all the team’s second-year players, starting left tackle Dion Dawkins had the biggest sophomore slump in 2018.’
Kyle Williams to play final Pro Bowl
‘Williams received the call to appear in the Jan. 27 game after Tennessee Titans’ Pro Bowl DT Jurrell Casey was injured.’
Why Bills veterans see all the signs for Tremaine Edmunds to emerge into a defensive force in the NFL
‘“I’ve definitely had challenges along the way,” said Edmunds. “I’m a rookie in this league, I’m a young guy. It’s definitely going to bring different things each week. I’ve been trying to just get better each week, just focus on things that I can. I know it hasn’t been perfect. My whole goal for myself is just improve each week.”’
Bills sign CFL’s leading receiver Duke Williams
‘Williams, 25, is a 6-3, 225-pound wideout, who took the CFL by storm this past season. In 18 games for Edmonton, Williams posted 88 receptions for almost 1,600 yards (1,579) and 11 touchdowns.’
Kyle Williams to play once more in Pro Bowl
‘“The opportunity to go represent the organization one more time, I’d definitely jump at that,” he said late last month.’
Bills Today: Former NFL QB: Josh Allen's ceiling the highest of rookie QBs
‘“I think a better way for me to answer might be, if we’re to look back in six years, I think you’re going to look back and say, ‘Man, Sam Darnold and Josh Allen are probably the two best in the class,’” Palmer said during a recent appearance on CBS Sports’ ‘Boomer and Gio’. “Probably with Josh Allen, I think Josh Allen has the highest ceiling, which probably everybody thinks because of the size and the speed and the arm strength.”‘
BillsBeat - January 7, 2019
Bills reportedly sign top CFL receiver Duke Williams
‘In two CFL seasons with the Edmonton Eskimos, the 25-year-old Williams has 2,294 yards on 135 catches with 15 touchdowns in 31 games. Last season, he led the league with 1,579 receiving yards and tied for the CFL lead in receiving touchdowns with 11. He also had 88 receptions, including 11 for more than 30 yards, on 152 targets.’
Opinions vary on where Josh Allen’s game is headed for Bills
‘“I think he surprised me and I’m sure a lot of other people, including defensive coordinators, with his ability to run the ball for big, big plays,” former NFL quarterback and current CBS NFL game analyst Rich Gannon said. “The kid’s got the swagger to him, which I like, too. I think the players respect him and I think they feel like they’ve got a quarterback that they could build around. Now it’s just a question of, how much improvement can he make from Year One to Year Two? Typically, this is where we see a big jump with quarterbacks.’
Buffalo Bills sign CFL’s leading wide receiver (report)
‘At one time, Williams was the No. 1 junior college prospect after recording 118 receptions for 2,028 yards and 26 touchdowns at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. He’d go on to join Auburn, but was dismissed by the school after he reportedly punched four people at an Auburn bar.’
Sources: Buffalo Bills interested in Denver Broncos OL coach Sean Kugler
‘Adding Kugler to the coaching staff could give the Bills an inside track at signing free agent center Matt Paradis. The Broncos center is considered to be one of the top free agents in 2019.’
Duke Williams leaves Edmonton Eskimos to join Buffalo Bills
‘Williams has signed a reserve/futures contract with the Bills, who finished with a 6-10 record this season, missing the NFL playoffs.’
Duke Williams signs with Buffalo Bills
‘Williams signed with the Los Angeles Rams in 2016, but he didn’t stick with the team after the preseason and has played the past two years for the Eskimos.’
Report: Bills sign receiver Duke Williams
‘The Bills had reportedly worked out Williams back on December 18 along with several other players.’
Dolphins' Alonso fined for late hit on Allen
‘Alonso hit a sliding Allen, that included a kick to the head, as he followed through on the late hit. A fight broke out between both teams immediately after, which resulted in ejections to Alonso, Dolphins defensive end Robert Quinn, and Bills right tackle Jordan Mills.’
Report: Bills sign former CFL wide receiver Duke Williams
‘In his two seasons with the Edmonton Eskimos of the CFL, Williams recorded more than 2,000 yards and 13 touchdowns. This last season was his best where he led the league in receiving yards and tied the league lead in touchdowns. He was granted a release by the Eskimos so he could pursue NFL opportunities.’
Report: Bills sign CFL's leading receiver Duke Williams
‘While at the NFL combine in 2016, Williams said, “I’m a first round pick no matter what but off the field I’m a seventh-round pick. My character is seventh round.”‘
Bills Today: Robert Foster represents the Bills on PFF’s All-Rookie team
‘It was a demotion to the practice squad that helped Foster get a better grasp on the professional game. After being promoted to the active roster again in Week 10, the former Alabama receiver admitted that he took his opportunity for granted, that he “needed to be cut” in order to realize that he was no longer on scholarship.’
BillsBeat - January 6, 2019
Bills’ offseason to-do list: Challenges abound with much fixing needed
‘Juan Castillo’s firing after two seasons as the Bills’ offensive line coach was, McDermott determined, the necessary first step toward picking up the pieces to one of the worst collections of blockers the team has fielded in a long time. It’s far from the only move that must be made, though.’
Inside the Bills: Looking ahead to decisions on eight unrestricted free agents
‘“It’s been wonderful. I would love to come back,” Mills said of his four years with the Bills. “That’s on the organization, whether I come back or not. I just try to let my play speak for itself. My future is set every day I come out here for practice and every time I step on the field for game day.”’
One-on-One Coverage: Phil Simms bullish on Bills’ future, Josh Allen’s progress
‘First of all, it was really evident to me, early and quickly, that Sean McDermott was going to be a good head coach. When he was the Carolina Panthers’ D coordinator, we would talk (in production meetings before CBS broadcasts) and he wouldn’t say much. I admired that he wasn’t a self-promoter. I’d ask him, “Do you want to be a head coach?” He wouldn’t even answer that. “I’m just gonna do my job here,” he would say.’
Jay Skurski's Bills Mailbag: Who should be the top target in free agency?
‘I’d also take a look at Denver center Matt Paradis. He’s a little older than I’d like at 29, but he has allowed only one sack over the past two seasons, according to PFF. Paradis played in just nine games in 2018 before suffering a broken fibula. Before this season, though, he had started all 48 games in his career. His price tag probably won’t come down much because of the injury, but the Bills have plenty of money to spend. Signing Paradis and James would give the Bills two plug-and-play starters on the offensive line.’
Lawsuit from LeSean McCoy's ex-girlfriend moved to new court in Georgia
‘In late December, McCoy lost a round when a state judge in Georgia refused to dismiss the litigation against him. But, with a legal maneuver, McCoy and a co-defendant in the lawsuit have now pushed the litigation to federal court. There, they can again seek dismissal of the lawsuit.’
Buffalo Bills report card: Offense rallied late, but couldn't overcome slow start
‘In what ranks as a classic understatement, general manager Brandon Beane said Monday, “I’ve got to do a solid job this offseason to improve our offense. We’re not happy with a lot of things that happened.”’
Buffalo Bills report card: Defense was solid, and is primed for improvement in 2019
‘In the final NFL rankings, it looks like it had a tremendous year as Buffalo ranked No. 1 in fewest passing yards allowed, No. 2 in total yards allowed, fourth in first downs allowed, and eighth in third-down defense. But, as we all know, points are what matter, and the Bills ranked 18th in that category, one of the main reasons being that they were terrible in the red zone as teams scored a touchdown 70.8 percent of the time they drove inside the 20, third-worst in the league.’
Pollock: Bills’ McDermott is optimistic about future
‘“NOBODY WANTS to be 6-10, I’m not a good loser in terms of 6-10. That keeps me up at night. It wakes me up awful early,” he admitted. “That’s a bit of uncharted territory for myself and a lot of the guys on this team, but it’s where we are and we have a lot of work to do. We are where we are because of some things certainly that we can do better, starting with myself, but also because of dealing with some things: (salary) cap management, drafting, not developing players, everything that we inherited when we got here.’
Carson Palmer thinks people will look back and say Josh Allen should have been No. 1
‘“Probably with Josh Allen. I think Josh Allen has the highest ceiling which probably everybody thinks cause of the size and the speed and the arm strength. But I think in five or six years you’re going to look back and go, “Man, he should have been maybe No. 1.” Sam’s probably right where he was at No. 2 and Baker’s a little bit further on down the list. I just feel like Baker’s reached his potential, maybe? And I know he’s a rookie and that’s hard to say, but he’s played in a ton of big games. He’s played a lot of football. You look at Josh Allen. Josh Allen has not played a lot of football, but Josh Allen is a physical freak. I mean he was their leading rusher and leading passer. How often does that happen?”’
Many former Buffalo Bills players, coaches are playoff bound
‘Peters started all 16 games with the Eagles this season and will look to protect Nick Foles when Philadelphia takes on the Chicago Bears. If this is Peters’ final season, the left tackle put together a Hall of Fame career.’
Ceravolo: Kyle Williams played with a Buffalo heart
‘The way Williams carried himself, that’s a dream come true for any organization. And then to produce the way he did come game day, it’s a rare combination.’
Fan Mailbag: How will the Bills fill roster holes in the offseason?
‘Knowing the Bills have three unrestricted free agents from their starting offensive line at season’s end, they will need to venture into free agency to address one or two of those positions.’
BillsBeat - January 5, 2019
Pollock: Allen reflects on first year as Bills quarterback
‘“It’s pretty promising and exciting to think about what we could’ve done and what we can do and what’s in the future. I’m extremely excited to have the guys that we have. I’m looking forward to growing with these guys and going into next season with some momentum.”’
Jerry Hughes looks back at strong season and laments near sacks
‘The 30-year-old Hughes is the Bills’ lone true, edge-bending speed rusher, a threat who must be respected and accounted for by the offense. Take Hughes out of the Bills’ pass-rush mix, and all the other twist stunts, linebacker blitzes and power rushes coming from the other side don’t look nearly as threatening.’
Mementos of legendary Bills sportscaster Van Miller headed for auction
‘The items – filling two 14-foot truckloads – include some furnishings from the home of Miller and his wife, Gloria. A white wicker furniture set from the Miller sunroom, foyer table, French provincial chairs and lighted curio cabinet displaying Gloria Miller’s extensive Lenox collection will also be auctioned.’
DA calls video showing deputy's violent arrest of Bills fan 'troubling'
‘Flynn, at a Buffalo News Editorial Board meeting Friday, said prosecutors are looking into allegations that Achtyl assaulted Nicholas H. Belsito, as well as whether Achtyl and Deputy James W. Flowers made false statements in court documents involving Belsito’s arrest.’
Roth: 5 reasons why Josh Allen will make the Buffalo Bills Wall of Fame
‘Allen knows that with $90-million in cap space and 10 draft picks, GM Brandon Beane will be making over the roster like an episode of Flip or Flop. He hears everyone saying, “You need more talent around you.’’ But his response? “I love the guys we got. I care about all of our guys,’’ Allen said. He knows change is inevitable in the Not For Long league. But it’s nice when a guy doesn’t throw his teammates, even soon-to-be ex-teammates, under the bus. Leadership doesn’t take time off.’
How Bills’ Derek Anderson helped OC Brian Daboll develop Josh Allen
‘“You know, Derek was invaluable to what he brought,” Beane said this week. “(He was) Another set of eyes and ears that’s lived that position. There’s many coaches in this league that never played at this level between the white lines. There’s no replacement for a guy who has done it, seen it, and not only has Derek been great for Josh and for Matt (Barkley), but he’s also been great for Brian Daboll.”’
Buffalo Bills WR Robert Foster named to PFF’s All-Rookie Team
‘Although the Bills will likely look to add a No. 1 wide receiver this offseason, Foster’s emergence makes him the favorite to be Buffalo’s other outside wide receiver in 2019.’
Bring in Brown? Reasons for and against Buffalo Bills acquiring Antonio Brown
‘Sean McDermott has stressed culture since becoming Bills head coach. Based on the reports coming out of Pittsburgh, adding a player like Antonio Brown goes against everything Sean McDermott believes. Between Brown skipping a MRI examination, walk-throughs and meetings, he may not be the type of player that McDermott wants in his locker room.’