‘Letting go of Morse, who just turned 32, was a difficult offseason decision for the Bills, and it had nothing to do with a decline in play and had everything to do with Buffalo’s challenging salary cap situation. His release freed up $8.5 million but Brandon Beane wouldn’t have done it if he didn’t believe the 26-year-old McGovern could slide over from left guard and handle the vital position.’
BillsBeat - June 14, 2024
Bills gather for light Day 3 of mandatory minicamp
‘“We need to practice,” asserted McDermott. “A high percentage of new players, new faces. So the more reps we can get, the better. And I would add that I appreciate the players’ willingness and attitude when they went out there. Not all teams are practicing on the third day of minicamp. I appreciate their attitude.”’
Bills minicamp wrap: Josh Allen tinkering with throwing mechanics should improve deep ball accuracy
‘There was little resistance during minicamps, but it’s clear the offense still has some tinkering to do as it shifts from forcibly feeding a few guys to spreading the ball around. Quarterback Josh Allen showed no reason to be concerned, but there weren’t many dazzling throws during minicamp.’
Damar Hamlin’s basketball game at North Allegheny benefits his charity
‘This was one of four events that Hamlin hosted June 8 and 9 to benefit the Chasing M’s Foundation, give back to his hometown and connect with youth, Denny said. Other events included his annual youth football camp, which involved more than 400 youngsters; an All-Star Football game in Pittsburgh to recognize high school athletes; and the Chasing M’s CPR Tour.’
Bills wrap up minicamp with plenty of work for backups
‘Quarterback Josh Allen and many of the regular starters didn’t take any team reps in 11-on-11. Allen wore a headset with a play-calling sheet as offensive coordinator Joe Brady stood on the sidelines watching the unit.’
Connor McGovern happy to be moving to center
‘”I missed it a lot. I got drafted as a center originally (in 2019 by the Dallas Cowboys), and then a new coaching staff came in and I got moved to guard. But I always found my way back to center. Every time something happened, I’d play a little bit and then go back to guard. But now that I’m back to center full time, I’m very happy.”‘
'Focusing on us and the playbook': Buffalo Bills wrap up minicamp and look ahead to training camp
‘These next few weeks are essential for some players who haven’t solidified a spot on the team. A lot of eyes are on Kaiir Elam, the 2022 first-round draft pick who hasn’t been able to stay on the field consistently.’
'What you put in is what you get out': Buffalo Bills cornerback Kaiir Elam impresses at minicamp
‘“I’m a firm believer in what you put in is what you put out. It might not happen when you want it to or when you think it should,” Elam told reporters on Thursday. “But it’s always going to work out and it’s always going to show, so I felt like it was great for me to be making plays.”’
Bills snap trend, practice on final day of minicamp
‘”We need to practice,” McDermott said, emphasizing each word. “Obviously, a high percentage of new players, new faces, so the more reps we can get the better. And listen, I would say, I appreciate the player’s willingness and their attitude when they went out there. Not all teams are practicing on the third day of minicamp. I appreciate their attitude.”‘
Minicamp notebook | Bills use Day 3 as final tune-up, reps for new players before summer break
‘”Obviously there’s a high percentage of new players, new faces, so the more reps we can get the better,” McDermott said Thursday. “I appreciate the players willingness and their attitude when they went out there. Not all teams are practicing on the third day of minicamp, and I appreciated their attitude.”‘
BillsBeat - June 13, 2024
Past injuries have led to Bills quarterback Josh Allen refining his throwing mechanics
‘“I wouldn’t call it a complete overhaul of my throwing motion, but definitely some things to work on and clean up – especially getting long with my arm and a little bit with my stride,” Allen said. “So just trying to clean that up. Any time you go through something like that, sometimes it’s going to feel really good, sometimes it’s not going to feel really good. It’s just like changing your swing in golf, as long as you’re trusting it and you keep working on it, each and every day results will come.”’
Observations: Keon Coleman has busy day with catches, signing new contract
‘Coleman was picked No. 33 overall as the first selection in the second round. The 32nd overall pick was South Carolina receiver Xavier Legette, taken by the Carolina Panthers. Legette signed for $12.3 million with a signing bonus of $5.8 million. Receiver Ladd McConkey, taken 34th overall by the Los Angeles Chargers, has not signed his contract as of Wednesday, while Atlanta defensive lineman Ruke Orhorhoro, the 35th pick, signed for $9.9 million.’
Surface for seats going in at fuller-looking new Buffalo Bills stadium
‘More than 1,300 pieces of the precast stadia will form the lower bowl and upper deck area and provide a surface for what the seats, stairs and railings are placed on inside the $1.7 billion stadium project.’
Chase Claypool looks to seize the opportunity with the Bills to revive his career
‘“I’m happy to be a part of this team, because they do carry that winning culture,” Claypool said. “And I experienced it on the other side of the ball so now I’m really excited to be a part of it.” However, he has plenty of work to do to actually become a part of it because his career has cratered after a promising start in Cleveland.’
Shakir misses jam-packed session at Bills mandatory minicamp Wednesday
‘Shakir was out on the practice field on Wednesday, albeit as a non-participant, wearing a sleeve on his left leg while appearing in good spirits throughout the afternoon.’