‘“There’s a number of new faces on our offense also, including his receiving corps and so some of that is baked into this,” McDermott said of the decision. “But the biggest thing is individually we’ve got to get ourselves ready to go and go from there.”’
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Josh Allen vs. Caleb Williams to happen in Bills preseason opener
‘That means Williams, the o. 1 overall pick in April’s draft out of USC, will see his first NFL action against the Bills starters on defense. Allen is one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL and will offer a fun storyline for Williams’ first NFL start opposite the Bills’ Pro Bowl quarterback.’
Bills’ Sean McDermott on why DC Bobby Babich will call defense vs. Bears
‘McDermott took a hands-off approach to training camp when overseeing Babich in his new role as DC. McDermott took over the defense from longtime DC Leslie Frazier last season, and Buffalo had impressive results with the head coach calling the shots.’
Bills camp Day 12: Is Marquez Valdes-Scantling in danger of not making team? (Observations)
‘“We’ve just been behind with the time, and I feel like this last couple weeks we’ve really gotten into a groove and understand how he’s thinking,” Allen said. “He understands how I’m thinking. He’s a very smart player. He’s been in a lot of really good offenses in his past and been around really good quarterbacks. So he knows what he’s talking about. He’s got that experience and it’s good to lean on that.”’
With Allen, starters set to play for Bills vs. Bears, those on bubble make final push on Day 11 of Bills camp
‘Another offensive player making his push to lock up a roster spot is Quintin Morris, who is not going away in the battle for the role as the team’s third tight end. Morris has consistently made plays throughout training camp and while he may not be as flashy as the more well-sized Zach Davidson, Morris is a capable pass catcher and his presence on special teams increases his value considerably. It would be a surprise if Morris doesn’t crack the Bills’ 53-man roster on August 27.’
Allen, Bills' starters to play in preseason opener against Bears, injury notes from McDermott
‘“The ones will play. They’ll play roughly a quarter, give or take,” McDermott said. “It’s really to me, it’s getting them ramped up and ready to go for the season. It’s an important step. Hard to simulate the speed of the game and so, getting that in preseason is important. Going through warmups and the energy that comes with playing a game in front of fans and being able to manage that, so there’s a lot of reasons for it. Like I said, it’s just another step.”’
Josh Allen, Connor McGovern to work on snap chemistry as Bills starters are set to play in preseason opener
‘There were some snap issues early in training camp, but McGovern and Allen both chalked it up to getting comfortable with each other. Those problems have been quelled over the last week, but McGovern sees playing in the preseason a chance to continue to refine their chemistry.’
Training Camp Takeaways: Bills linebacker Baylon Spector feeling more seasoned after injury-filled '23
‘Spector was in the mix to be the starting middle linebacker for the Buffalo Bills early in training camp last year and then a hamstring injury in the final preseason game put him on injured reserve until Week 6. He returned for two games, playing 28 special teams snaps, and exacerbated his hamstring, putting him on the shelf for three more weeks.’
Buffalo Bills focus on replacing Stefon Diggs’ production with diverse committee of receivers
‘“We don’t really know what we have, but we know what we have,” McDermott said. “It’s interesting to see they’re a very diverse group. And I know a lot of people talk about we don’t have a true No. 1 and this and that. I think these guys will rise to the occasion. I really do.”’
Former Olympic wrestler, international player aim to make Bills roster
‘Steveson and Clayton were brought in for different reasons. The Bills initially looked into Steveson years prior but brought him in for a tryout this past spring as his athletic abilities meshing with the NFL intrigued them. They did not immediately sign him based on the roster at the time. Clayton, on the other hand, has extensive athletic potential — 6-foot-7, 301 pounds with the ability to run a 4.79 40-yard dash — to be developed and more flexibility with more time to do so, as IPP players grant teams an additional roster spot through camp.’
Bills QB Josh Allen, first-teamers will play in preseason opener
‘”It’s really, to me, it’s getting them ramped up and ready to go for the season,” McDermott said. “It’s an important step, hard to simulate the speed of the game and so getting that in preseason is important, going through warmups and the energy that comes with playing a game in front of fans, and being able to manage that. So, there’s a lot of reasons for it, like I said, it’s just another step.”‘
Vintage Clip of Marv Levy Eviscerating Coach He Fired Made for Great TV
‘The clip is stunning because this would never happen in today’s NFL. Most of today’s coaches are so young and so buddy-buddy with each other, they would never pull the move Levy pulled. Plus, PR staffs are doing everything in their power these days to make sure their people don’t go viral for anything that can be perceived as negative.’
Bills fans will get an extensive look at Buffalo's stars vs. Bears
‘However, Allen and the starters will be playing, at least on Saturday in the preseason opener against the Chicago Bears. Head coach Sean McDermott said he plans to play the starters for a quarter.’
Bills wrapped up St. John Fisher training camp
‘With as hot as this summer has been, you can telling watching camp that these players are tired of hitting each other, McDermott said, “We’re looking forward to playing, we get to this point of training camp and some of the skirmishes start to break out, guys are getting a little ornery and it’s time to go against another opponent.”’
Josh Allen to start Bills first preseason game Saturday
‘Head Coach Sean McDermott announced Thursday morning that Josh Allen will play in the Bills preseason opener Saturday against the Chicago Bears.’