‘Added center Connor McGovern: “It was just, make sure we all stay calm on the sideline. We knew that first drive we started moving the ball right away. All right; we can do whatever we need to.”’
BillsBeat - September 9, 2024
Plays that shaped the game: Bills' good red-zone offense helps rescue win over Cardinals
‘The Bills like the read option in the low red zone, and Allen made it work late in the second quarter thanks to his 240-pound frame.’
Report card: Bills do just enough to earn season-opening win over Arizona
‘Week 1 is always a bit wonky, but the Bills did not look prepared to play at the start. The defense gave up points on every possession in the first half. Credit, however, goes to defensive coordinator Bobby Babich for settling down his group at halftime. Penalties were an issue, particularly against the offensive line. The pre-snap penalties will surely drive Sean McDermott nuts. “We’ve got a lot of room for improvement. We’re beating ourselves in an undisciplined fashion and manner at times,” McDermott said. “Pre-snap penalties in particular and just beating ourselves overall with some execution issues. We can take a lot from this game.” Despite those miscues, the Bills found a way to fight back for a much-needed win, which McDermott correctly called a great sign for the team, especially considering the changes to both the coaching staff and personnel coming into the year.’
'Sorry, I can't drink a beer out of your shoe': A first-timer's Bills tailgate experience
‘As I make my way through Milligan’s Lot, I greet the happy throngs of people gathered around grills and coolers and the news that it’s my first Bills game goes over just as you’d imagine. “What?! No way!” people shout, shocked. “Get ready, it’s gonna be crazy!”’
Josh Allen puts Bills on his back to lead comeback win over Cardinals
‘Of course, it can never be easy and the Bills had to survive DeeJay Dallas returning the kickoff after Allen’s second rushing TD 96 yards for a touchdown and the Cardinals’ ensuing two-point conversion to cut the margin to 31-28, but the defense – which endured an awful first half – came up with two huge stops in the final five minutes and the Bills survived.’
'We got Josh Allen, man': How Bills QB and defense stepped up to avoid upset vs. Cardinals
‘“We got Josh Allen, man, so we always have a chance in games,” said Von Miller. “It didn’t matter how much we were down. It didn’t matter what it looked like. We just got so much trust in Josh Allen and that offense.’
Bills report card: Buffalo passes early test and Greg Rousseau dominates to escape Cardinals
‘The Cardinals finished with 124 rushing yards and averaged five yards per carry, but that was mostly Murray. Conner averaged just 3.1 yards per attempt and 20 of his 50 yards came on one play. Terrel Bernard led the Bills with 11 tackles and Lewis had nine, several coming in the run game. Dorian Williams also played well with eight tackles and a fumble recovery.’
Typically superheroic Allen gives Bills a comeback win in opener
‘If there was any doubt, Sunday’s season opener showed why the Bills need their Superman at quarterback.’
3 takeaways from Bills-Cardinals: Josh Allen brings back the hurdle in win
‘Allen scored all four Bills touchdowns, bringing out his signature hurdle on a fourth-quarter scramble. He soared over Cardinals safety Budda Baker to give the Bills a two-score lead. Allen totaled 273 yards of total offense in the game and took care of the football after the first possession error.’
Josh Allen hand injury: Could Bills QB’s touchdown hurdle cost him time?
‘“It’s fine,” he said. “Again, we’ll find out. I’m not quite sure. I’m not a doctor. But, just kind of landed on it, I guess.”’
What Bills special teams ace said about giving up NFL’s first TD on new kick return
‘Bills cornerback Kaiir Elam and fullback Reggie Gilliam both had a shot to bring down, but the speedy Arizona return man broke through the tackles and ran away from the rest of the Bills defenders.’
Greg Rousseau looks elite as Bills turn tide in 34-28 win over Cardinals (Encouraged/worried)
‘Buffalo’s former first-round pick had a monstrous performance in the team’s Week 1 matchup. Rousseau was credited with a first-half sack on a play in which he chased Kyler Murray out of bounds. In the second half, Rousseau beat the Cardinals’ offensive tackle for two third-quarter sacks, including one that led to a fumble recovered by the Bills.’
Josh Allen overrated? National media members call out ‘dopes’ who criticized Bills QB
‘Following his performance, several national media members called out players who voted Allen as overrated.’
Bills extinguish Cardinals quick start, mount 14-point comeback to begin season 1-0
‘After a shaky first half, which saw the Bills trail early in the second quarter, 17-3, Buffalo rallied behind the efforts of edge rusher Greg Rousseau’s three-sack performance and quarterback Josh Allen’s ability to beat you with his legs and arm. Buffalo wound up with a 34-28 victory to begin the 2024 campaign at 1-0.’
Five Takeaways: Imperfect Bills earn gutty win over Cardinals to begin season 1-0
‘”Great to get a win — hard fought battle,” said head coach Sean McDermott. “Give Arizona credit, they came in here and had a good plan. We got down early in the game and they were fighting back from there. I think that that in and of itself is a great sign for our football team.”‘