‘Benford was selected by the Bills in the sixth round of the 2022 NFL Draft after a collegiate career spent at Villanova University — a basketball school. While being overlooked for much of his football life, the four-year pro has battled through many trials, but perhaps significantly more tribulations both on and off the field.’
BillsBeat - April 4, 2025
Batavia alumnus White invited to Buffalo Bills local pro day
‘The event is hosted by the team each year, allowing Western New York-based draft-eligible players to put their talents on display in front of the franchise many of them grew up rooting for. While White did not attend a local university, each year, the team also invites athletes who grew up in the WNY area to compete at the annual showcase.’
Bills' offseason workout schedule to begin April 21
‘Under the collective bargaining agreement, teams must conduct a nine-week voluntary offseason program in three phases. The first phase consists of two weeks of only meetings, strength and conditioning and physical rehabilitation.’
Bills CB Benford draws on childhood memories to fulfill dreams of NFL career and as a budding author
‘“What’s them little flowers you pick up and make a wish and blow on it?” Benford said, searching for the word dandelion. “Yeah. Like my sisters would say, ’Make a wish.’ And I always wished to make it to the NFL and change my family.”’
Bills Pro Bowler makes life-changing decision amid halted extension talks
‘Cook didn’t shy away from publicly hinting at wanting a new deal following his career season as he reposted and quoted reports of Philadelphia Eagles’ All-Pro back Saquon Barkley’s two-year, $41.2 million extension following their Super Bowl victory over the Kansas City Chiefs.’
Bills offseason program dates announced
‘The Buffalo Bills will begin Phase One of their nine-week program on Monday April 21, and wrap up with a three-day mandatory minicamp June 10-12.’
Bills RB James Cook lists house for sale as GM doesn’t foresee extension ‘anytime soon’
‘Cook tied for the league lead with 16 rushing touchdowns in 2024 and made his second consecutive Pro Bowl. After the season, he made repeated references on social media indicating he was seeking a contract extension worth $15 million per year. That figure would rank third in average value among all running backs, and it exceeds the current price of the running back franchise tag ($13.64 million).’
Bills prepare for 'topping out' ceremony for their new stadium
‘The team scheduled a “topping out” ceremony for Friday morning. Just last week, the Bills said construction had passed the halfway mark, with crews continuing to install the roof canopy and a new snow melt system.’
BillsBeat - April 3, 2025
Christian Benford's four-year extension with Buffalo Bills 'a life-changing moment'
‘“Let’s be for real – like, it’s a life-changing moment,” Benford said. “Let’s just put all things to the side. Let’s clear the air. Let’s address the elephant in the room. Like, this is life changing – like, family, legacy, everything.”’
Bills notebook: Suspensions will save about $1.3 million in cap space
‘Both Hoecht and Ogunjobi will forfeit one-third of their base salary in the 2025 season as they serve their respective suspensions for violating the league’s performance-enhancing drugs policy.’
All-American DT wants to be next Aaron Donald: Why he may be Bills first-round pick
‘“I feel like I can do it all,” Nolen continued. “Aaron Donald did it all at the highest level. I’m a younger, upcoming version of Aaron Donald. I just can’t wait to show everybody that when I get this opportunity I’m being blessed with.”’
Bills cornerback appreciates ‘life-changing moment’ after signing new 4-year contract
‘“If I’m on the field, it’s because there’s something I need to work on (or) I didn’t like (something),” Benford said. “Nothing like (getting a big contract) was sparking my mind.”’
Sources: Buffalo Bills to host one of NFL Draft’s top CBs on pre-draft visit
‘Revel is considered one of the top cornerbacks in the draft class. He likely would have been a first-round pick had it not been for an ACL tear that he suffered at the beginning of the season. Revel was off to a hot start at the beginning of the year with two interceptions and one defensive touchdown in three games.’
Christian Benford has goals to pursue after inking 'life-changing' extension with Bills
‘Christian Benford didn’t look any different. He said he didn’t feel any different. But Benford became a whole lot richer Wednesday. And that is life-changing.’
James Cook Selling His Orchard Park Home As Contract Negotiations Stall
‘But Cook is entering the final year of his rookie contract and wants a lucrative extension which the Bills have not yet given him. With the two sides far apart the Bills have taken a step back from negotiations, leaving Cook nothing to do but post cryptic emojis on social media when other running backs get paid.’