‘Brown finished out the 2022 season, then handled play-by-play throughout 2023 with analyst Eric Wood at his side. It is expected that Brown will be officially named as Murphy’s replacement, but there has been an indication that others will be interviewed for the position.’
BillsBeat - May 10, 2024
Longtime Bills play-by-play announcer John Murphy officially stepping away
‘Murphy suffered a stroke on Jan. 1, 2023, prior to the Bills’ matchup with the Cincinnati Bengals. In a recent interview with WBEN’s Susan Rose, Murphy explained how, while comfortable with his physical condition, his ability to speak is not at an acceptable level that would allow him to conduct an NFL broadcast.’
Lockport's John Murphy stepping down as Bills play-by-play broadcaster after 35 years
‘“It’s hard,” Murphy told WBEN. “It wasn’t that hard until the last day or two. I’ve been thinking about all the things I’ll miss a great deal. … I’ll miss the people more than anything.”’
Sabato: John Murphy was the broadcaster to whom Bills fans could relate
‘Thursday’s announcement that John was stepping aside, officially, as the play-by-play announcer for the Buffalo Bills was one that even those — myself included — who held out hope wouldn’t come, knew was inevitable 16 months after suffering a stroke. Even though it was a difficult decision for him, it’s not a day to be sad, but one to remember the highlights of a career of a man whose craft was defined by his passion for Buffalo sports, particularly the Bills.’
Here's why Bills GM Brandon Beane was happy that Keon Coleman disappointed in the 40-yard dash
‘”He’s a guy whose got play speed, he’s got short-area quickness for a big guy,” Beane said. “We all know, some guys, they can run the track time, but that’s where the mental part comes into it, too. I always say if you run 4.3 but you’re not smart, you’ll never play 4.3.”‘
LeSean McCoy Recalls Thinking 2015 Trade From Eagles to Bills Was a Joke
‘”(Agent) Drew Rosenhaus, he called me. He said ‘Shady, it’s not a joke’—that’s the first thing he says to me. He doesn’t even say, ‘Hello,'” McCoy remembered. “He says, ‘Shady, the Eagles are trading you to the Buffalo Bills.'”‘
Bills announce 12 undrafted free agents and draft pick signing ahead of rookie camp
‘One of the more notable undrafted signings is five-time Pro Bowler and former Bills running back, Frank Gore’s son Frank Gore Jr out of Southern Mississippi. In his four years at Southern Mississippi, Gore Jr. rushed for 4,022 yards and 26 touchdowns.’
Longtime Bills voice John Murphy steps away from play-by-play duties
‘John Murphy has served as the play-by-play voice on the Buffalo Bills Radio Network for parts of 19 seasons, taking over for broadcasting legend Van Miller upon his retirement after the 2003 season. Murphy was the soundtrack of Bills football on local airwaves stretching much of New York State, and even into Northern Pennsylvania and as far West as Cheyenne, Wyoming.’
Opinion: Thanks for everything, 'Murph'!
‘You are also the connection between the fans and their beloved team, in this case the Bills. When you think about some of your favorite moments and best memories from games over the years, that play-by-play voice is the link. It’s as if that person becomes a member of your family.’
Longtime Bills voice John Murphy steps away from play-by-play duties
‘Over the course of the 2023 season, “Murph”, as his colleagues call him, made a number of appearances in the booth for Bills home games at Highmark Stadium, solely as a spectator. He was able to reconnect with a number of different personalities that walked through broadcast row, and was still a larger than life presence.’
'Everybody loves John Murphy'; Wood, Simon recall memories of broadcasting mentor
‘”As a player, we always thought he did an incredible job, but it’s the way he made you feel when he was around you. He would emcee events for us, and was always around the guys outside of the broadcast. We all love Murph. Everybody loves John Murphy.”‘
Frank Gore Jr. highlights Buffalo Bills undrafted free agents signings ahead of rookie minicamp
‘Gore, a native of Miami, Florida played his college ball at Southern Mississippi where this past season he led the team with 1,131 rushing yards and 10 touchdowns after starting all 12 games, earning him second-team All-Sun Belt honors.’
'Legendary voice': Longtime 'Voice of the Buffalo Bills' John Murphy steps away from his position
‘The team shared the news online, calling Murphy an ambassador for “both Bills football and the city of Buffalo.”‘
Bills sign drafted rugby player Travis Clayton | Frank Gore Jr. among 12 UDFA adds
‘The rest of Buffalo’s undrafted rookie singings are: Utah guard Keaton Bills, Oklahoma defensive lineman Rondell Bothroyd, Auburn offensive lineman Gunner Britton, Miami cornerback Te’Cory Couch, Miami defensive tackle Branson Deen, Campbell offensive lineman Mike Edwards, wide receiver Xavier Johnson, Houston defensive end David Ugwoegbu, Tulane wide receiver Lawrence Keys, Western Michigan cornerback Keni-H Lovely, and San Diego State punter Jack Browning.’
A Bills jersey and an undrafted free agent have social media buzzing
‘Then the team took to social media and posted a photo of guard Keaton Bills wearing No. 60. “Bills on the Bills,” the team joked.’