‘The rest of the team’s starters, however, are expected to see about one quarter of action against the New York Giants at Highmark Stadium, McDermott said.’
BillsBeat - August 8, 2025
Buffalo Bills training camp awards: Which players shined brightest at St. John Fisher?
‘Defensive MVP: Matt Milano. The Bills linebacker looked tenacious throughout training camp. Even Allen noticed. Asked which defensive players most stood out to him from going up against them, the Bills quarterback led off with Milano.’
Will Josh Allen play in first preseason game? His status and injury updates from camp
‘“I’m in constant communication with Josh and part of it, too, is how he feels, but I also have to make sure I protect him the best that I can,” coach Sean McDermott said Thursday before the final practice. “He always wants to be out there, believe me, he does. I know this is not easy for him in that regard, but it’s the right thing to do.”’
Bills training camp observations: Kickers auditioned as injuries continue to take a toll
‘Tyler Bass missed his eighth consecutive practice as he continues to deal with a pelvic injury, so on Wednesday the Bills auditioned two kickers, though McDermott did not say who, and as of Thursday morning no one has been signed.’
Josh Allen defends James Cook amid contract stalemate with Bills & final notes from camp
‘“A lot of people don’t understand it,” Allen said. “You know, `Oh, he’s holding out, he’s holding in,’ whatever he is doing. … But hey, this is generational stuff, it is wealth for you and your family. It’s not a small chunk of change.”’
Bills’ Tre’Davious White has custom sundae added to Pittsford Farms Dairy after Hard Knocks feature
‘On the first episode of “Hard Knocks,” White is shown at the Pittsford Farms Dairy & Bakery along with Christian Benford. Instead of ordering from the menu, White put together a custom order that he called a “Tre’Dae Sundae.” After having Benford try the dessert, White decided to order multiple Tre’Dae Sundaes to give out to people in line. The crowd approved and with others likely ordering it after “Hard Knocks” aired, the Pittsford Farms Dairy & Bakery has now added the item temporarily to their menu.’
Bills wrap up camp at SJF, gear up for preseason opener
‘Bills head coach Sean McDermott did say Cook has participated in walkthroughs and meetings throughout his absence from practice, a positive sign that while a return may not come in the immediate future, things appear to still be on good terms.’
Bills rookies T.J. Sanders, Deone Walker developed a friendship to carry through their first camp
‘T.J. Sanders found the biggest man in the snack line and walked up to him. “You know I have beef with you, right?”’
Training camp observations: Bills starters to play a quarter of preseason opener without Josh Allen
‘Coach Sean McDermott announced his franchise quarterback will not play during the preseason opener Saturday. The rest of the team’s starters will play about a quarter, although there are a few exceptions.’
Epenesa looks for breakout contract year with Buffalo
‘The Bills are hoping to see more of that from Epenesa when the 2025 season starts. So, too, is Epenesa, who is entering his sixth year with Buffalo and the second contract year of his career.’
Bills to rest Allen in preseason opener against Giants, Cook skips 4th practice in contract standoff
‘McDermott noted that while Cook has declined to practice, he is taking part in walk-through sessions and attending team meetings. The fourth-year player, who was the NFL’s co-leader with 16 touchdowns rushing last season, has chosen not to practice in a bid to secure a long-term contract extension to a deal that expires in March.’
Bills' Josh Allen speaks out amid James Cook's hold-in: 'We desperately want him out there with us'
‘”James is who he is,” Allen said while speaking with reporters Thursday. “He’s one of the best running backs in the league. It would be crazy not to say we want him out there. We desperately want him out there with us and hopefully something can get done.”‘
Josh Allen Won't Play in Bills' Preseason Opener As Team Starts Backup
‘Other quarterbacks on Buffalo’s roster include AFC East lifer Mike White and Shane Buechele, once of Texas and SMU.’
Josh Allen's Kind Gesture for Special Olympics Athlete Will Make Your Whole Day
‘After having previously chatted with Nate—a Bills lover, Special Olympics New York athlete and golfer with cerebral palsy—earlier during training camp, Allen used the last day of practice on Thursday to present the superfan with some of the best gifts a golfer could get: two tickets to the Ryder Cup.’
Josh Allen Made Clear He Has James Cook's Back Amid Bills RB's Contract Hold-In
‘”It’s no doubt we all want him out there with us,” Allen told reporters on Thursday. “I’ve got no say in what goes on behind closed doors, and I’m a big advocate of everybody getting theirs and getting paid. Sometimes you gotta do what you gotta do, and that’s kind of where it’s at.”‘