‘Buffalo reached its 42nd consecutive game without losing by more than six points. The record looked very much in doubt in the first half, but they overcame the deficit off the strength of Allen and a defense that didn’t allow a touchdown in the second half. The last time the Bills lost by more than six was November 21, 2021 when they lost to the Indianapolis Colts 41-15.’
BillsBeat - September 10, 2024
McDermott declares Allen OK to play Thursday
‘”Josh injured his hand in the fourth quarter. He was looked at and went back in and functioned. After the game, he was looked at again, and he’s been cleared to practice today and cleared to play in the game,” detailed McDermott ahead of Monday’s walk-through practice in Orchard Park.’
Bills, Dolphins release first injury reports of week
‘For the Bills, nickel cornerback Taron Johnson did not participate with a forearm injury. He has already been declared out for Thursday’s game by head coach Sean McDermott.’
'On to the next'; Buffalo Bills turning page to prepare for Miami Dolphins on short week
‘Like Buffalo, Miami is also coming off a comeback win in week one and showed that they are still playing to one of their biggest strengths offensively which is speed.’
Community Benefits Oversight Committee asks Buffalo Bills for more input in investments
‘”We want to be able to help them in that process,” said Reverand Mark Blue, Chair of the Community Benefits Oversight Committee. “A lot of the community members who are on the committee are invested, and they know maybe some of the hidden pockets that have not been addressed not only by the Bills, but organizations that may not have the opportunity, to receive some of the financing moving forward.”‘
Bills injuries: QB Josh Allen (hand) cleared, DB Taron Johnson (forearm) ruled out
‘Bills defensive back Taron Johnson has been ruled out for the Week 2 game against the Dolphins with a forearm injury he sustained early in the 34-28 victory against the Cardinals. The Bills will do “further research” in order to determine the long-term prognosis for Johnson’s injury, McDermott said.’
John Murphy: Sensational Allen enough to overcome Bills’ slow start, uneven finish against Cardinals
‘The Bills made enough mistakes of their own particularly in the first half, when they gave up two 70-yard scoring drives to the Cards. They still have problems tackling in the secondary, problems that will only get worse if Taron Johnson is out for a while.’
Bills QB Josh Allen cleared to play, while DB Taron Johnson ruled out against Miami on Thursday
‘McDermott didn’t have a timetable on how long Johnson will miss a day after he hurt his right forearm seven snaps into Arizona’s opening drive in Buffalo’s 34-28 win over the Cardinals. The coach said the team is still conducting what he called “further research” on Johnson’s injury.’
Oversight Committee wants more information about Bills' investment in the community
‘”We’re making sure that we’re tracking every single community member every single identifying objective and making sure they align with the various objectives we have both as an organization and as a community benefits agreement… we want to make sure that it’s concise and that it’s painting the picture of just how our community benefits investment is impacting the community,” he said.’
Bills say QB Josh Allen cleared to play vs. Dolphins, CB Taron Johnson ruled out
‘For Allen, the Bills don’t expect the QB to be limited this week, barring a setback leading up to the game. “I don’t think so, he was able to do it,” McDermott said of Allen’s ability to complete handoffs under center.’
'It's really great to be remembered' | Bills honored AFL championship teams in their 60th anniversary season
‘”It’s a great experience, but it’s strange to me, because we’re old,” Carlton joked. “It’s been a long time, but to see all these guys here is wonderful.”‘
BillsBeat - September 9, 2024
Observations from Bills' win vs. Arizona: On Greg Rousseau; penalties; special teams; more
‘Rousseau took over in the third quarter of the Bills’ season-opening, 34-28 victory over the Arizona Cardinals at Highmark Stadium, turning the momentum at just the right moment. He finished with six tackles and three sacks of Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray in a dominant display.’
Ryan O'Halloran: Bills follow Jumpin' Josh Allen's lead in Week 1 comeback win over Arizona
‘Allen will be stopped by nobody. He will worry about his battered body parts later. It was about getting the win after trailing by 14 points late in the first half. And it worries his coach and teammates.’
Season opener gives first taste of Bills' revamped wide receiver corps
‘“We’ve said it a couple times just about how we try to protect each other in the room. And it doesn’t matter who gets the ball,” Hollins said. “Everybody eats. I want my guys to score the same as I want to score. And I know that my block is critical on that one. So as soon as I knew I made my block, I know Khalil can get shifty and make something happen.”’
Top takeaways from the Bills' win over the Cardinals: Buckle up, expect more of these wild games
‘But a win – and a 1-0 start, heading into a short week and a stretch of four road games out of five, is a heckuva lot better than 0-1.’