‘Beane said that the decision was difficult to make, but was made with the best interest in mind for the Bills. Diggs shared his love and respect for Buffalo and his team. McDermott shared he’s going to miss Diggs.’
BillsBeat - April 19, 2024
Bills’ Josh Allen breaks silence on Stefon Diggs’ trade to the Texans
‘“It’s definitely hard to part ways with a guy who has been very instrumental in our success here over the last four years,” said Allen. “I can’t thank him enough for when he came in how hard he worked and what he taught me along the years.”’
Skipping WR round 1 can be good for Bills
‘With no Diggs, and Gabe Davis, who signed with Jacksonville, it leaves the Buffalo Bills with Khalil Shakir as the leading returning receiver. Tight ends Dalton Kincaid and Dawson Knox will be heavily involved, as will Curtis Samuel, who the team picked up in free agency.’
Bills defensive end Rousseau on team’s future
‘As for this upcoming year, Rousseau believes it’s about holding every player to the Buffalo Bills standard and simply getting better. Rousseau registered 42 tackles and had five sacks this past season for the Bills, who won the 2023 AFC East Championship.’
Bills GM Brandon Beane reveals some draft strategies and what they're looking for in their next wide receiver
‘”You’re talking about a guy whose four years here was a No. 1 role, we have not filled a No. 1 role,” Beane said about the status of the current roster. “I would say we have a group of guys as we sit here today that we believe bring different skill sets. We like the group. Would we like to add to it at some point? Yes. But I’m not sitting here thinking we have a glaring hole.”‘
Josh Allen wishes Stefon Diggs 'nothing but the best', has his eyes set on future of Bills' offense
‘He added, “Guys are relying on you a little bit more and understanding that but trusting the coaching staff, trusting your teammates around you. And having that type of humility, where it’s like, you’re able to say when and where you’re wrong. And I think that’s what we’ve learned over the last few years, not just with (Diggs) but with other receivers and with other players as well.”‘
BillsBeat - April 18, 2024
Speedy LSU receiver Brian Thomas Jr. would fit need for Buffalo Bills
‘The Bills could use a home run-type threat at the outside receiver spot, but in order to take Thomas, General Manager Brandon Beane might have to move up from the No. 28 spot. Thomas could be worth it. His game video is that eye-popping.’
Experts weigh in on how to determine true speed and it's value it during NFL draft season
‘“I think they should probably put an end to those conversations, but I don’t think that will happen because it’s very clickbait,” University at Buffalo sprints coach Jhad Jones said. “Every time it comes up, I see a lot of track coaches on social media get riled up about it and start Tweeting about it, talking about it on Facebook and on message boards, so it creates a great buzz that I think that they are trying to get.”’
If the Buffalo Bills trade up in the NFL Draft should they target Malik Nabers?
‘Nabers can do it all; he’s not a perfect prospect, nobody is, but he’s someone a lot of experts think has superstar potential, which could be potentially be worth all the assets it would take to get him.’
Owner of popular Buffalo Bills tailgate lot voices concerns over Highmark Stadium parking map
‘Matwijow reached out to 7 News after learning that “Hammer’s Lot” was included in the grayed-out area with a “closed” designation.’
Former Florida standout O’Cyrus Torrence shined as NFL rookie
‘The level of play and expectation of professional athletes is very different than for college athletes. Torrence said he feels like the NFL season is almost the length of two college seasons, which he enjoys, but has also had to adjust to.’
BillsBeat - April 17, 2024
UCLA edge rusher Laiatu Latu could derail Bills' wide receiver train
‘ Latu’s production and athleticism are why that comparison to the Pittsburgh Steelers’ star is made. But a looming question about a neck injury that kept him out for two full seasons in college is the reason why one of the draft’s most complete edge rushers could still be on the board when the Buffalo Bills are scheduled to pick at No. 28 overall in the first round next week.’
NFL running back, Syracuse native Latavius Murray has stem cell treatment, plans to play another season
‘A Syracuse native, Murray finished his 11th season as an NFL running back when the Buffalo Bills lost last January to the Kansas City Chiefs in the playoffs. He is 34 years old, his career stretching well past the expiration date of 2.6 years for NFL running backs. He wants to play another NFL season and has not ruled out Buffalo as his 2024 destination.’
Amid Bills roster overhaul, defensive end Greg Rousseau 'excited' for 2024 season
‘“I feel like we’re bringing back a lot of great players – Matt Milano, Ed Oliver, Josh (Allen), the O-line, James Cook. You can’t go wrong with that,” said Rousseau. “I know I’m excited.”’
Recalling the sad legacy of Bills legend O.J. Simpson | On Sports
‘The Simpson I experienced was always accommodating. Didn’t matter if you were from the New York Times or a high school newspaper, Simpson always made time for reporters. That’s something you rarely see today, especially among sports superstars.’