‘Johnson was hurt on the seventh play of the game and that created some issues for the Bills’ defense. They had to go with Cam Lewis as his replacement, and then cornerback JaMarcus Ingram was thrust into the role of the third safety when Buffalo decided to play six defensive backs.’
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Buffalo Bills play Thursday night vs division rival: What to know about NFL Week 2 game
‘Obviously, the Bills will have to handle the horrible heat at this time in Miami. The forecast is calling for daytime temperatures right around 90 with the usual stifling humidity, and rain is possible late in the day. Yes, the game is at night so that will help, but it’s still going to be hot – probably in the 80s – and we saw in 2022 how the Bills struggled in the heat in a Week 3 loss to the Dolphins. Last year, the game down there was at night and it was a beautiful 71 degrees, but that was Jan. 7.’
Josh Allen injury update: Coach reveals QB’s status & rules out 2 Bills vs. Dolphins
‘Allen was asked after the game about the aerial display on his rushing touchdown. He landed awkwardly on his hand after he took a ht at the goal line following the hurdle. Allen had two rushing touchdowns and two passing touchdowns against the Cardinals.’
Bills PFF grades following win vs. Cardinals: Should Buffalo be concerned about second year OL?
‘Although Torrence struggled on PFF, the left side of Buffalo’s offensive line graded out highly.’
Bills CB T. Johnson ruled out vs. Dolphins, QB Allen good to go
‘On Arizona’s opening drive in the contest, cornerback Taron Johnson was in coverage against wide receiver Greg Dortch as quarterback Kyler Murray fit the ball into a tight window to move the chains. After the play ended, Johnson went down on a knee and walked off the field without assistance, holding his forearm.’
Cam Lewis is ready to take a starter's role at the most demanding position in the Bills' defense
‘“I feel like I’m a better player since the 2022 season,” Lewis told the Gazette at his locker Monday. “My football IQ has gotten better. My confidence level is high and I’m just going out there and playing my game. I’m not worried about what everybody else says. The only people I’m worried about is my teammates and not letting them down.”’
Upon Further Review: Greg Rousseau starting to put all the tools together to become dominant rusher
‘The fourth-year defensive end has talent oozing from his 6-foot-7, 265-pound frame and the Bills have been waiting for a consistent drip from the 2021 first-round pick. The Arizona Cardinals felt that talent pour out in Buffalo’s 34-28 season-opening win.’
Scheer: Want to get a job done in WNY? Hire Bills Mafia
‘From a marketing standpoint, we should be giving buckets — with Buffalo Bills logos on them, of course — to any football fan who visits Niagara Falls from an NFL city during the football season.’
Charles Barkley says Buffalo Bills will win the Super Bowl
‘“The Buffalo Bills win their first Super Bowl,” Barkley told Simmons on the podcast, before strangely conflating the current team to the 1990s powerhouse, which repeatedly fell agonizingly short. “They are the most underrated great team ever. To make it to four straight Super Bowls will never ever happen again,” Barkley said.’
Ex-Michigan State receiver has trust of Bills QB after strong NFL debut
‘A Buffalo Bills team that lost its two leading receivers from last season presented an opportunity for former Michigan State wideout Keon Coleman to step into a significant role. If the team’s 2024 opener was any indication, he’s ready to do just that – and has the trust of Bills quarterback Josh Allen.’
Ability to adapt on the fly helped Bills defense spur season-opening win over Cards
‘For all the attention paid to Josh Allen’s latest leap in capping a four-touchdown outing, the quarterback wouldn’t have been in position to rally the Bills in a 34-28 win if not for Buffalo’s revamped defensive coaching staff’s ability to adapt on the fly.’
Bills QB Josh Allen cleared to play, while DB Taron Johnson ruled out against Miami on Thursday
‘McDermott didn’t have a timetable on how long Johnson will miss a day after he hurt his right forearm seven snaps into Arizona’s opening drive in Buffalo’s 34-28 win over the Cardinals. The coach said the team is still conducting what he called “further research” on Johnson’s injury.’
Bills QB Josh Allen (hand) cleared to play against Dolphins
‘Allen appeared to suffer his injury on a rushing touchdown in the fourth quarter during which he leaped over Cardinals safety Budda Baker to reach the end zone. His left hand was holding on to the ball, and he fell into his right elbow as he made contact with the turf.’
Bills' Josh Allen (injured non-throwing hand) cleared for practice, status revealed for Week 2 vs. Dolphins
‘Allen injured his hand halfway through the fourth quarter of the team’s 34–28 win. He landed on his non-throwing hand while diving over Budda Baker, as Justin Jones tried to stop the Bills QB from getting into the end zone. Allen remained in the game, but the hand was taped.’
Bills stock report: New receivers, edge rusher have star-making performances in Week 1 win
‘Bernard had 11 tackles, but wasn’t great in pass coverage. Per PFF, he allowed four catches and also wasn’t great against the run. Kyler Murray ran all over the Bills’ defense, which isn’t solely on Bernard, but he certainly shoulders some blame. This isn’t a “the sky is falling” type of thing, either. He’s a terrific linebacker and a leader of this team. He’s just shouldering more of the load.’