‘But while the past few seasons have featured a Bills team with all the pieces apparently in place, this one comes with questions that could either derail the Bills’ hopes or extend their Super Bowl window into this season and beyond.’
BillsBeat - September 6, 2024
Josh Allen Confesses He Plans to Leverage Passing Game More, Run Less This Season
‘”(Me being able to run) allows us to not take sacks, to extend plays, and utilize the scramble drill. But at the same time, understand that, you know, it just takes one, it takes one bad hit, it takes one bad whatever to hurt your chances of winning a football game,” Allen said. “I want to get the guys that can catch it and run a little bit faster, and a little more elusive than I (the ball). And that’s what I plan on doing this season. At the same time, you know, if it’s there, I’ll take it.”‘
NFL writer correctly names Josh Allen second-best quarterback in NFL
‘”The Bills throw a ton on Josh Allen’s plate, and he’s been able to handle it,” Pizzuta writes. “Sometimes, that has made Allen try to do too much, which has led to high interception rates that some harp on, but the positives far outweigh the negatives. Last year, Allen had the highest success rate among quarterbacks on third down with the highest average depth of target.”‘
Two Bills headline 2024 NFL breakout candidates
‘Chris Trapasso of CBS Sports says linebacker Dorian Williams and wide receiver Khalil Shakir could be in for huge campaigns.’
Babich gets first opportunity to call Bills defense Sunday
‘”I appreciate him and his belief in me, and as Micah [Hyde] said, confidence is a dangerous drug. When someone shows confidence in you, it goes a long way. So I’m very appreciative, I’m very grateful. Now it’s my job to take advantage of the opportunity.”‘
New Highmark Stadium continues to be 'comfortably on schedule'
‘Crews are now 15 months into the construction of the new state-of-the-art football stadium, which is slated to open ahead of the 2026 NFL season. At that point, the Buffalo Bills will move in to the new facility, while demolition of the old stadium across the street will then commence.’
'Everybody eats' has become more than a motto for the 2024 Buffalo Bills
‘Since the start of training camp, the team has used these two words to describe their plan for an offense filled with new pieces. It’s easier said than done, especially before the games have started, but the team believes they can keep this same mindset throughout the season.’
Buffalo Bills wide receivers gearing up to showcase all their offseason work in the season opener
‘“I just want the guys to know that if you take care of what you’re doing everything else will take care of itself,” added offensive coordinator Joe Brady. “Trust everybody in the huddle with you and I think if everyone embodies that everybody’s going to eat.”’
John Murphy: Bills embark on a season to reset – and maybe surprise
‘Don’t panic. A 10-7 record would be Buffalo’s worst since the team won 10 games in 2019 when the schedule was 16 games. Before that, the Bills went 19 years without winning 10. But they’re taking a step back this year so they can take big steps forward in 2025. They’re re-setting the table: clearing cap space and not giving aging veterans big contracts, letting someone else pay for past performance.’
Bills offense ready for first test of the season against Cardinals
‘“We know it’s the first game of the season, there’s always unknown,” Brady said. “I’m sure they’re saying the exact same thing. The game’s going to be a lot about adjustments and we think this is what they’re going to do and how are we going to be able to respond and are we going to be able to be poised when everything is kind of changing. It’s going to be a huge test and a great opportunity for us.”’
'Pretty excited': Babich to take on Bills defensive play calling duties
‘”I appreciate him, his belief in me,” Babich added about McDermott. “Years ago, I think it was Micah (Hyde) who said, confidence is a dangerous drug. I believe that’s the quote. Someone shows confidence in you, it goes a long way in anything you do. I’m very appreciative, I’m very grateful and now it’s my job to take advantage of the opportunity that he’s giving me.”‘
Here’s how the Bills placed in CNBC’s official NFL team valuations
‘The Buffalo Bills, on the other hand, placed toward the bottom of that list. They rank 30th at $5.35 billion, just ahead of the Arizona Cardinals ($5.3 billion) and Cincinnati Bengals ($5.25 billion).’
A look at Bills stadium construction, by the numbers
‘Canopy steel and deck installation is expected to start by the end of the month, a team spokesperson said. The targeted date for completion of the structural steel canopy is at the end of February, 2025.’
Damar Hamlin to emcee Red Wings’ Home Run Derby
‘At the Home Run Derby, Hamlin will be handing out giveaways and will have a meet and greet session after the event. The Home Run Derby is September, 10 at 6 p.m. at Innovative Field. Tickets for the derby are free.’
'There's something special about the home opener' | Bills excited to get the season started in their own backyard
‘As far as injuries, EDGE Javon Solomon (oblique) did not practice again on Thursday. After being limited in Wednesday’s practice QB Mitchell Trubisky (knee) was a full participant in practice. S Cole Bishop (shoulder), TE Quintin Morris (shoulder) and WR Curtis Samuel (toe) were all full participants for the second day in a row..’