‘”Roger, I played in the NFL for 17 years,” Fitzpatrick said. “You know how many times I went to the playoffs. Roger? None. Zero. Send me home to Buffalo. Send me to Buffalo to watch them beat up on the Broncos, Roger – I beg of you.”‘
BillsBeat - December 28, 2024
McDermott: 'Every game is important in the NFL'
‘”It’s big for us, and it’s big because it is one of the goals that we set during the start of the season of playing well at home, and then playing well in the division. It is important for us to play well at home, in front of our fans in particular,” said Bills head coach Sean McDermott during his weekly appearance on the “Extra Point Show” on Friday.’
Bills LB Matt Milano, CB Rasul Douglas set to return
‘Linebacker Matt Milano and cornerback Rasul Douglas do not have injury designations for the regular season home finale. Milano missed last week’s game against the New England Patriots with a groin injury, and Doulgas has missed the past two games after hurting his knee.’
Carucci Take2: Importance of No. 2 playoff seed will be in play when Bills face Jets
‘They’re out of the running for the top spot, which Kansas City earned, along with a first-round bye, by beating Pittsburgh on Christmas Day. With a 12-3 record, the Bills are assured of being no lower than the No. 3 seed. A victory Sunday or in the season finale at New England moves them to No. 2.’
Buffalo Bills injury report vs. Jets | Week 17
‘S Damar Hamlin (ribs), DB Cam Lewis (shoulder), WR Curtis Samuel (ribs) and S Taylor Rapp (neck) will be limited in Friday’s practice and will all be listed as questionable for Week 17.’
BillsBeat - December 27, 2024
Inside the Bills: Why DaQuan Jones is a 'foundational' piece of the defense
‘“He’s the foundation of what this defense is about,” West said of Jones. “Not only being a one-technique and bringing the physicality, the get-off, the penetration, but the rush. He’s the closest one to the quarterback, to the ball, that affects the ball. But also, his veteran leadership is the foundation of what this defense is and what this defensive line is.”’
PlayAction: Logic says Jets should cut their losses with Aaron Rodgers after season
‘Rodgers will count $49 million in dead space against the salary cap if the Jets release him and decide not to spread out the pain of his cap hit over the 2025 and 2026 seasons.’
Bills notebook: Josh Allen 'just a little sore'; Thursday injury report
‘Now, Allen is dealing with a right elbow and right shoulder injury that he sustained in the win over the New England Patriots on Sunday. Allen was a full participant in Thursday’s practice, and he was projected as full on Wednesday, when the Bills did not practice but gave estimations for the injury report.’
Jim Kubiak: Josh Allen was seemingly subpar vs. Patriots, but don't be fooled. Here's what we learned
‘Allen’s value in this game superseded his QBR, his passer rating and even his performance grade because of the Patriots’ strategy. Allen’s presence actually dictated the defensive schemes, whether he was making plays or not. This opened the door for the Bills to run the football – and once offensive coordinator Joe Brady settled into a balanced attack, the Bills’ offense excelled and rushed the football for 172 yards.’
Bills playoff seeding scenarios: Buffalo can clinch No. 2 seed Sunday
‘One more win ensures the Bills host at least two playoff games, should it advance to the divisional round of the postseason.’
Bills rookie Cole Bishop beginning to get comfortable after consecutive starts
‘Bishop’s NFL beginnings were stunted when he injured his shoulder on the third day of training camp and his recovery extended almost the entire preseason. He was already battling veterans Damar Hamlin and Mike Edwards for a starting job and Hamlin seized it through his knowledge of the defense and injuries to prolonged Bishop and Edwards.’
Friday's New York Coverage
Allen Lazard opens up with uncertain Jets offseason looming (New York Post)
Will McDonald IV sees ‘crazy’ Jets future with Jermaine Johnson after falling short of sacks goal (New York Post)
Malachi Corley still ‘not really sure’ what will get him larger Jets role next season (New York Post)
Jets wide receiver Malachi Corley will use feeling ‘slighted’ as chance to grow as professional football player (Newsday)
Jets could have say in MVP race if they can slow down Josh Allen this Sunday (Newsday)
Jets coaching search: Could this familiar face, Super Bowl winner, be just what they need? (Newark Star Ledger)
Jets wide receiver Davante Adams sits out practice with a hip ailment, Aaron Rodgers a full go (AP)
Aaron Rodgers Gave Several Awesome Gifts to the Jets O-Line (SI)
Aaron Rodgers ‘lucked out’ in pursuit of Jets’ preseason goal (The Sporting News)
Despite disappointing rookie year, Jets see ‘bright future’ for WR Malachi Corley (SportsNet New York)
Mike Rutenberg for Jets Defense, Todd Downing for Offense Agree on Josh Allen’s Impact (NewYorkJets.com)
Jets Injury Report | Week 17 vs. Bills – Thursday (NewYorkJets.com)
Josh Allen Christmas gift: Bills offensive line gifts QB MVP chain
‘With Buffalo getting to kick back and relax on Christmas, Allen’s offensive line took the chance to give the quarterback a gift. Dion Dawkins shared the video of the pendant that depicted Allen’s No. 17 jersey, except replacing his name with “MVP.”‘
Bills seek to shore up playoff positioning in hosting Jets team looking ahead to uncertain offseason
‘Allen and the five-time defending AFC East champion Bills (12-3) are one win from locking up the conference’s No. 2 seed entering the playoffs.’
Bills seek to lock up AFC’s No. 2 seed in closing home schedule against the Jets
‘Key matchup – Bills pass rush vs. Jets O-line. The Bills, who rely mostly on a four-man pass rush, rank 25th in the NFL in by averaging 6.59% sacks per pass attempt. They face a veteran quarterback in Rodgers and a line that will be without starting left tackle after rookie Olu Fashanu (left foot) landed on IR this week. Max Mitchell and Carter Warren were competing this week to replace him.’