‘According to ESPN, the Bills are averaging 163.5 rushing yards per game, while the Patriots’ defense is allowing 77.5 yards per game, which is tied for second in the NFL.’
BillsBeat - October 3, 2025
Buffalo Bills running back James Cook named AFC Offensive Player of the Month for September
‘Cook’s 401 rushing yards through the first four games currently rank him second in the NFL. He also has five touchdowns and 89 receiving yards.’
Bills RB James Cook affirms value as AFC player of month
‘After an extended contract standoff during the offseason that ended with Cook receiving an extension paying him among the top running backs in the NFL, the fourth-year player has gained 490 yards from scrimmage and scored five touchdowns during Buffalo’s 4-0 start.’
This date in Bills stadium history: Oct. 3
‘1993 — Bills 17, Giants 14 — In a Sunday night game attended by 79,283 fans, Jim Kelly led a fourth quarter comeback driving the Bills 73 yards and throwing the winning touchdown pass to Pete Metzelaars with 2:27 remaining. Henry Jones’ 85-yard interception return for a touchdown put the Bills ahead 10-0 in the first quarter. But a Kelly interception, five sacks in which Lawrence Taylor had a hand in two, and a Kenneth Davis fumble aided the Giants in pulling ahead. Bruce Smith sacked Phil Simms on fourth down near midfield to seal the victory. Thurman Thomas had 143 scrimmage yards (122 rushing). Nate Odomes and Marvcus Patton also had interceptions, and Darryl Talley forced a fumble that was recovered by Mark Kelso in Bills territory.’
Bills run game meets Patriots run defense in battle of strength vs. strength
‘It’s a matchup of strength versus strength. The Bills carry with them into this one the No. 1-ranked rushing attack in the NFL at 163.5 yards per game. The next-closest team is Washington at 154.8, with no other team tallying over 150 rushing yards per game.’
James Cook named AFC Offensive Player of the Month
‘Cook had a standout September, carrying the ball 75 times for 401 yards, second most in the NFL only behind Colts RB Jonathan Taylor. He also caught 12 passes for 89 yards, showcasing his versatility as both a rusher and receiver. He’s averaging 5.4 yards per carry.’
'Bring the noise, bring the juice' | Josh Allen and Bills players anticipate the Sunday night, White Out divisional battle against New England
‘”[New England’s] a team that’s always played at a very high level … These division games are tough anytime you play each other just because you’re so familiar with each other,” quarterback Josh Allen said. ” … it’s no different this Sunday.”‘
Bills vs. Patriots | Weekly notes, quotes and stats before Week 5 matchup
‘”Learning the importance of a divisional game is the biggest thing in football to get to the next level of the regular season,” Dawkins said. “…Handle your divisional games, you’ll probably have a great shot of making it to the playoffs. McDermott has preached that…it’s we won’t lose at home mindset and handle our division. The intensity is always high because we know how much it means to him and now because of how much it meant to him, how much it means to us.”‘
Bills RB James Cook named AFC Offensive Player of the Month for September
‘Cook ranks second in the NFL in rushing yards (401) on 75 carries and has added 12 catches for 89 yards. As a team, the Bills lead the NFL in rushing yards during their 4-0 start to the season.’
BillsBeat - October 2, 2025
Analysis: A perfect start is what matters, but Bills know there are deficiencies to be addressed
‘When the schedule starts to get a bit tougher, will the Bills’ flaws come back to bite them? Buffalo’s next two opponents – the Patriots and Falcons – are a combined 4-4. Nobody is confusing either of them with the ’85 Bears, but consider this: Buffalo’s first four opponents are a combined 2-14. “We could play better, for sure. I know I could play better. I’m excited for the future. Moving forward, we’re 4-0 now, but there is room to grow,” defensive end Greg Rousseau said Wednesday. “It would be scary if we were peaking right now and there was no room to grow. I know I’ve got a lot to work on, the rest of the team, we’ve all got ways we can get better.”‘
Bills notebook: Ed Oliver, Matt Milano return to practice; Buffalo prepares for Stefon Diggs
‘Oliver, linebacker Matt Milano (pectoral) and right tackle Spencer Brown (calf) were limited on Wednesday. It was the first practice back for Oliver since Sept. 10, and the first for Milano since getting injured in the Week 2 game against the New York Jets.’
Dan Darragh, 78, environmental attorney, former Bills quarterback
‘Wearing No. 10, he was part of an all-rookie backfield. Things quickly went downhill. His only victory as a pro starter came Sept. 29 in War Memorial Stadium, a 37-35 upset over the New York Jets, who went on to win the Super Bowl.’
Bills face special teams test against explosive Patriots returners
‘“They’ve built a really explosive roster,” coach Sean McDermott said. “They’ve got a lot of team speed, in particular at the returner position. I think they’ve got three returns for touchdowns if you include the preseason as well. So very impressed by what they’ve done, and we’re going to have to play a great game on special teams for sure.”’
Bills add linebacker to injury list: Latest on what McDermott said
‘Williams has been starting in place of the injured Matt Milano (pectoral muscle) for the past two games, and Milano was one of three players who sat out last week’s victory over New Orleans who practiced only on a limited basis. The others are defensive tackle Ed Oliver (ankle) and offensive tackle Spencer Brown (calf)’
Josh Allen says 'Go Pokes' on Sunday Night Football intro. Here’s what it means
‘It’s his nod to the University of Wyoming, where “Go Pokes” is the rallying cry for the Cowboys.’