‘The team acknowledges the possibility of games being played in 2020 without spectators being allowed inside NFL venues like New Era Field. The team says it is working with the NFL and state and local government agencies to establish policies and procedures to create and maintain the safest possible environment for spectators.’
BillsBeat - July 1, 2020
Buffalo Bills to allow season ticket members to opt out of 2020 season
‘The Bills also say while there is a possibility the 2020 season is played without fans in the stands, they continue to work with local and state governments as well as the NFL to “establish policies and procedures to create and maintain the safest possible environment for spectators.”‘
Bills giving season ticket holders opt-out opportunity while maintaining seniority and seat location for 2021
‘Additionally, all season ticket members will have the opportunity to opt-out of their season ticket commitment for this season with an option to return for the 2021 season, while maintaining their account seniority and seat location.’
Buffalo Bills provide update on season tickets for 2020 season
‘That includes ticket purchases. At this time, the team will not charge or take any additional season ticket payments until they know if there will be any changes to the seating capacity.’
Bills allowing season ticket holders to skip 2020
‘The NFL, thus far, has continued to indicate training camps will begin on time July 28th and there are no plans to delay the start of the regular season.’
Bills provide updated information to Season Ticket Members for 2020 season
‘In addition, all season ticket members will be given the opportunity to opt out of their season ticket commitment for this season with an option to return for the 2021 season while maintaining their account seniority and seat location. An email with opt-out information will be sent in the coming days.’
BillsBeat - June 30, 2020
Patriots signing Cam Newton changes nothing, Bills still team to beat in AFC East
‘A low-risk, high-reward signing: If Newton is healthy, earns the starting job, plays well and returns to something resembling his former self, the Patriots are in business. The defense is the strength of that team anyway. They’ll be a good team with a decent quarterback.’
Signing Newton changes odds in AFC East
‘The Bills were listed at 13/10 odds to end that streak this coming season with the Pats tabbed for second at 17/10. But with the signing of Newton, as of Monday, both Buffalo and New England are viewed as a toss-up to claim the AFC East, at 13/10.’
Bills’ Josh Allen explains how he’s relied on Jets QB Sam Darnold
‘“I love being around him,” Allen said during an interview with hosts Bill Lekas and Jordan Palmer. “Watching him throw and throwing with him has been awesome. It is a little friendly competition there and (I’ve been) able to pick some stuff up from him.”’
’I hate imma have to take my dawg head off’ (Buffalo Bills react to Patriots signing Cam Newton)
‘Addison was teammates with Newton on the Carolina Panthers from 2012-2019.’
Buffalo Bills will refund Canadian season ticket holders if border remains closed due to COVID-19, per report
‘The Bills have the most Canada-based season ticket holders with around 8,000. The Seattle Seahawks and Detroit Lions have the next highest, with 3,100 tickets and 1,314 tickets respectively.’
Cam Newton in New England signing should give Bills fans pause
‘With Newton in charge, I’d give the Patriots a winning record and a wild card spot. Of course, all of that hinges on how healthy the 2015 NFL Most Valuable Player will be after the shoulder injury and coming off a foot injury that shortened his 2019 season to just two games.’
Winners and Losers of Cam Newton Signing With New England Patriots
‘By no means is the AFC East a lock for the Patriots with Newton under center, but for teams like the Bills and Jets this seemed like their best chance to finally dethrone New England. The Bills, in particular, should still not be overlooked with their stingy defense and addition of Stefon Diggs to their receiving corps, but the path to AFC East supremacy is once again that much more difficult if a healthy Newton is leading the Patriots offense.’
Our take: Cam Newton the Patriot
‘I think the biggest questions will be if Cam is healthy and can his durability hold up throughout the season.’
5 opinions on the Bills heading into the summer break
‘”I think the Bills have the best defense, first of all,” Mariucci explained. “That really helps Josh. I think outside of Lamar Jackson, he’s probably the most athletic guy we’re talking about in terms of escaping, extending plays, running with the ball, making first downs with his legs and all of that. In his third year, adding weapons like Diggs. I like their running backs — Zack Moss is a good player from Utah. It will be a nice 1-2 punch with Devin Singletary and Yeldon. He just has a lot of things going for him. I think they’re all going to take a leap forward. Hopefully he is what everybody expects and he becomes the franchise quarterback for a long time.”‘
BillsBeat - June 29, 2020
It wasn't easy, but Bills players say they got plenty out of virtual offseason
‘“I know we made progress, we got accomplished what we wanted to get accomplished,” Ciano said. “I have to give our players credit. They have stepped up more than I could ever imagine. I appreciate them so much, the way they handled themselves during this offseason. They made a bad situation great. It’s a testament to the kind of guys we have, the leadership in the locker room.”’
Josh Norman, Buffalo Bills defensive players ignore NFLPA recommendation against private group workouts
‘Josh Norman shared multiple video clips in his Instagram story on Saturday working out with his new Bills teammates on a football field in Ashburn, Virginia. There were also clips of some players taking part in a volleyball game and the group later enjoying dinner together.’
Picking 1 player (offense/defense) who the Buffalo Bills can least afford to lose to injury in 2020
‘Defensively, Tre’Davious White is the player the Bills cannot afford to lose. White is one of the NFL’s top cornerbacks and was recognized as such last season by being named a first-team All-Pro. Since arriving in Buffalo, White has been Sean McDermott’s No. 1 cornerback and has played a big role in the team’s defensive success from 2017-2019. If he goes down with an injury, opposing quarterbacks would likely have a lot more success through the air with Josh Norman, Levi Wallace and E.J. Gaines being asked to step up in his place.’
Cam Newton signs with New England Patriots; AFC East gets more interesting for Bills (report)
‘There are questions about his shoulder and just his general ability to stay healthy. He’s been working out with Odell Beckham Jr. this offseason and seems to be highly motivated to recapture his status as one of the league’s best quarterbacks. He joins a division with three young first rounders in Buffalo’s Josh Allen, New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold and this year’s fifth overall pick by Miami, Tua Tagovailoa.’
5 thoughts on New England Patriots signing Cam Newton: What it means for Buffalo Bills
‘The Bills have the best offensive roster on paper. It’s up to Josh Allen and offensive coordinator Brian Daboll to turn the unit into a Top 15 offense in the league. I think it happens and the Bills win the division.’
Buffalo Bills will still win division by 3 or 4 games (Reactions following Patriots signing Cam Newton)
‘Is the addition of Newton enough for the Patriots to stay on top of the division in 2020? Here’s what some national media members are saying on Newton, the Patriots’ AFC East odds, the Buffalo Bills and much more.’
Cam Newton to the Patriots should worry the Bills
‘Newton coming in to help with that task makes it much more realistic. The Patriots offensive talent is pretty brutal. A 34-year old Julian Edelman, a very average WR2 in Mohamed Sanu, and an unproven second-year WR in N’Keal Harry makes up New England’s WR core. The tight ends and offensive line aren’t in great shape either.’
Will Newton swing AFC East title away from Buffalo?
‘The question with Newton is health. He’s coming a shoulder surgery in 2019 and a foot surgery last winter. It’s hard to imagine Newton having a problem free season maybe ever again.’
Is Knox the key to Allen's success?
‘But every quarterback needs a safety net, especially Allen who was blitzed the third-most in the NFL in 2019.’
Fresno State Mike Bell's 'I never quit' mentality lands him undrafted free agent deal with Buffalo Bills
‘”I didn’t get to this point for no reason,” he said. “There’s a story to be told. I feel like I have a great story to tell when it’s all said and done. I’m glad I can tell it in a fashion to somewhere where I’m loved in Fresno. I hope to go back and graduate and be a super alumni.”‘
BillsBeat - June 28, 2020
Inside the 'Iron Bills Games,' a team bonding experience in the era of coronavirus
‘“Believe me, the incentives are ripe and it’s worth the while, so everyone was very into it,” center Mitch Morse said. “No conditioning test for us fat boys is pretty awesome.”’
Bills Mailbag: What fans should worry about most and a look at AFL snubs
‘First: Is the Bills’ offensive line good enough to be championship caliber? Center Mitch Morse arguably ranks among the top 10 in the NFL at his position, maybe as high as sixth or seventh. Nobody else is top-10 at their position yet. Dion Dawkins had one good year. If he repeats his play of 2019, I think you can win a title with him at left tackle. He has to prove it. Cody Ford has a lot to prove at right tackle. Guards Quinton Spain and Jon Feliciano are solid. Do the Bills need one more elite offensive lineman?’
BillsBeat - June 27, 2020
Buffalo Bills’ AJ Epenesa learning from Von Miller, Khalil Mack, other greats at pass rush summit
‘Other pass rushers shown in the Zoom meeting included Arik Armstead, Chandler Jones, Cameron Jordan, DJ Reader, Calais Campbell, Myles Garrett, DeForest Buckner, Shaquil Barrett, Bradley Chubb, Khalil Mack and fellow rookie Isaiah Simmons.’
Cowboys’ Ezekiel Elliott has high praise for Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen
‘“Because Josh Allen is a beast,” Elliott said in response to the question. “That’s why. He’s a beast! How do you like that response?”’
Will Buffalo Bills season ticket holders be able to skip 2020 because of Covid?
‘“If a game is … played under conditions that prohibit fans from attending, ticket buyers who purchase tickets directly from the club (i.e., Season Tickets, Group Sales and/or Partial Season Plans) will receive the option of a full refund of [their] ticket purchase price (plus associated fees) for any impacted games or have the ability to apply the applicable amount to a future ticket purchase,” Bills Vice President of Ticket Sales and Service Chris Colleary said.’
Thousands of Canadians own NFL season tickets, but can they go?
‘The Bills did not provide a number of season-ticket accounts from across the Niagara River. But because Canadians bought season tickets from the other teams, above, at a rate of 2.75 to 4.1 per purchaser, we can probably safely infer that 2,000-3,000 Canadians own Bills season tickets for 2020. If you throw in the NFL’s other 25 teams, some 4,000 to 5,000 Canadians in all own season tickets for the four-down league.’
Josh Allen says the Bills have 'the right mindset' to get back to the success of the early 1990s teams
‘”I hear about it all the time about the early ’90s when [Jim Kelly] and Andre Reed and Thurman (Thomas) and Bruce (Smith) had that city buzzing,” Allen said. “That’s really the feeling that we’re trying to get back, that we’re trying to bring back to Buffalo. You know, our team has the right mindset to do it here pretty soon. We’re looking forward to playing this year.”‘
10 things to know about opposing quarterbacks on the Bills schedule
‘The Bills will face 13 different teams during the regular season, of those 13 Buffalo is quite familiar with two opposing quarterbacks who could potentially be starters. Not just familiar in that Buffalo has played against these teams, but familiar in that these two quarterbacks have played for the Bills. The two former Bills are Miami’s Ryan Fitzpatrick and Tyrod Taylor from the Chargers.’
BillsBeat - June 26, 2020
Amid virus uncertainty, Josh Allen says: I just want to play football
‘”I just want to play football. If it’s 80,000 people or zero people, I just want to be on the field with my guys and working to achieve a goal. It’s a scary situation from whatever angle you look at it. Guys love having their parents there and their families in the stadium.”’
Wearing a coach headset gave Kim Pegula feel for Bills' game-day 'craziness'
‘”I mean, it’s a three-hour game, but it goes real fast with the type of decisions you have to make on the fly and the changes and all the communication. I was really impressed with how it all worked down there.”’
Buffalo Bills have huge hole at quarterback, says former NFL GM
‘“This team should be the favorite of the East. But the resigning question is Josh Allen. If you put Lamar Jackson in there instead of Josh Allen, they’re probably gonna be the team competing for a Super Bowl. But they picked Josh Allen over Lamar and you’re gonna have to deal with some of these inaccuracies,” Lombardi said.’
Shaq Lawson defends Buffalo Bills’ Tre’Davious White, says CB is better than his new teammates
‘Lawson disagreed and said the Bills cornerback is top two in the league at the position. That, of course, means that Lawson feels White is better than both of his new teammates on the Dolphins, Byron Jones and Xavien Howard.’
What Zack Moss does so well that helps Bills GM feel secure
‘Ball security is one of the most important attributes for a running back to have and the former Ute possesses that skill.’
Bills depth chart 2020: Projected Week 1 starters heading into training camp
‘At linebacker, Buffalo exudes athleticism and coverage brilliance with the towering Tremaine Edmunds and the springy, explosive Matt Milano. The secondary is led by All-Pro cornerback Tre’Davious White and smart, interchangeable safeties Jordan Poyer and Micah Hyde. The No. 2 cornerback spot remains a question mark with Josh Norman, Levi Wallace, and E.J. Gaines the trio set to compete for that gig.’
Assemblyman calls for Bills to allow season ticket holders to skip 2020 season without penalty
‘“Bills fans are the most passionate and dedicated in the country, and we all look forward to the return of NFL games this fall,” said Ryan. “While we don’t yet know what the NFL season will look like, we do know that COVID-19 related restrictions will be in place to protect the health and safety of fans. In the event that fans are allowed to return to New Era Field, it is reasonable and responsible for the Buffalo Bills to allow season ticket holders to skip this season and return to their seats in 2021 after more progress has been made against the virus.”’