‘Benford is a good, young cornerback who the Bills now have locked down for the foreseeable future. Benford has defended 10 passes in each of his last two seasons and his overall PFF grade for the 2024 season ranked fifth among all cornerbacks in the NFL.’
BillsBeat - March 30, 2025
Christian Benford contract details: Bills make Villanova product one of highest-paid CBs in NFL
‘The Bills cornerback becomes the latest Buffalo player to sign a contract extension this offseason.’
Bills reward superstar defender with $76 million deal
‘Drafted in the sixth round of the 2022 NFL Draft from Villanova, Benford has rapidly ascended to become a pivotal player in Buffalo’s secondary. In the 2024 season, he recorded a career-high 64 tackles, along with two interceptions, two forced fumbles, a fumble recovery, and a sack over 15 games.’
Report: Bills and Christian Benford agree to 4-year extension
‘The 24-year old Benford is the sixth Bills player to sign a multi-year extension this offseason, joining quarterback Josh Allen, long snapper Reid Ferguson, defensive end Greg Rousseau, linebacker Terrel Bernard, and wide receiver Khalil Shakir.’
BillsBeat - March 29, 2025
Ryan O'Halloran: Unheralded prospects took Josh Allen-like road to NFL draft
‘At the scouting combine earlier this winter, I brought up Allen – and his recruiting ranking – to several prospects, including the aforementioned trio, who project as Day 3 picks (rounds 4-7). They all appreciated the comparison.’
BillsBeat - March 28, 2025
NFL Competition Committee recommends touchback starting point of 35-yard line
‘The competition committee, which includes Buffalo Bills coach Sean McDermott for the second consecutive year, met in-person during the scouting combine in Indianapolis and last week in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., to discuss proposals and will present two rule and three bylaw recommendations to the owners.’
Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin takes CPR tour to Japan
‘“Our national Nation of Lifesavers ambassador Damar Hamlin is a testament to resilience and perseverance, using his global platform to make sure everyone, everywhere knows how to respond in a cardiac emergency,” Nancy Brown, CEO of the AHA, said in a statement.’
Buffalo Bills, Hallmark Channel team up for a holiday movie
‘“A Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story” will be filmed entirely in the Greater Buffalo area including at Highmark Stadium, which is entering its final season as the home of the Bills. More details will be announced about other locations, casting and how to be an extra.’
Hallmark teams up with Bills for Christmas movie that'll warm the hearts of Bills Mafia
‘Production for the Buffalo-based movie will start later this year and the entirety of the movie will be filmed in and around the Queen City, including Highmark Stadium, according to a news release. Bills fans won’t have to wait long to see the final product, either, as it will premiere during this year’s Hallmark Channel Countdown to Christmas.’
Should the Bills make a blockbuster trade before or during NFL Draft? (Insider Q&A)
‘Beane could opt to zero in on a target in the draft who fits this category. A player like Texas receiver Matthew Golden, Michigan defensive tackle Kenneth Grant or Marshall edge rusher Mike Green are a few potential options. Those picks will most likely require Beane to make a decent trade up the draft board into the low 20s or even the late teens.’
Buffalo Bills to star in new Hallmark Christmas movie filming in Western NY
‘Damar Hamlin announced Thursday that the Bills will be featured in a new TV movie as part of a partnership between Hallmark Media, the NFL and Skydance Sports. “Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Live Story” will be filmed entirely at locations in and around Buffalo, including at the Orchard Park stadium.’
Buffalo Bills Hallmark Christmas movie in the works
‘On Thursday morning, Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin announced the team will be part of the upcoming Hallmark Christmas movie “Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story.” It will be part of this year’s “Countdown to Christmas” programming.’
Hallmark teams up with Buffalo Bills for this year's football Christmas rom-com
‘The network said the new movie will premiere during the “GOAT of festive films, Hallmark Channel’s 16th annual Countdown to Christmas,” adding that last year’s inaugural collaboration for “Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story” was cable television’s most-watched movie of the year.’
Hallmark turns to Buffalo Bills for next NFL-themed Christmas film
‘The movie will premiere during Hallmark Channel’s 16th annual “Countdown to Christmas,” and production will start later this year and take place throughout the greater Buffalo region. That includes the team’s stadium, which will garner even more spotlight in what is set to be its final season. A new stadium is being built across the street and is scheduled to open for the 2026 season. A cast has not yet been announced.’
Hallmark launching Buffalo Bills holiday movie ahead of Christmas
‘With the help of Bills safety Damar Hamlin, The Hallmark Channel announced they are once again teaming up with the NFL for a holiday movie. Last year it was the Kansas City Chiefs, this year it is the Buffalo Bills. Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story will debut this winter as part of Hallmark’s Countdown to Christmas.’