‘Samuel is predominantly a slot receiver, but he also has the tools to be the jig-saw player the Bills thought Harty could be after signing him to a two-year, $9 million deal last season. A high school running back, Samuel can play in the slot, wide and in the backfield, something he did often at Ohio State and more frequently over the last four years of his pro career.’
BillsBeat - March 16, 2024
Bills' Stefon Diggs gives another indication he wants out of Buffalo with cryptic post
‘To make things even more interesting, Diggs changed his Twitter bio to a picture of him waving goodbye — which could indicate his last time playing for the Bills. Diggs sent out a post with a heart emoji earlier Friday, which may be another indication he’s done in Buffalo.’
Dolphins, Bills had the same cap problem but totally different solutions
‘Beane and coach Sean McDermott were notorious for avoiding playing their rookies sooner than they needed. But as Allen’s contract grows more substantial in the scope of their salary cap, Buffalo has needed to lean on younger players. That’s just the natural order of salary cap gymnastics when a QB moves off his rookie deal. Last year, the Bills started guard O’Cyrus Torrence and made major use of tight end Dalton Kincaid. Buffalo might be looking at a similar situation in 2024 when, if they draft properly, they’ll have two or three rookies contributing substantially to their roster.’
New Buffalo Bills wide receiver Curtis Samuel finding an early sense of familiarty in Western New York
‘”I was super excited when the opportunity came. Having some experience with Joe Brady in Carolina definitely influenced me a lot,” says Samuel. “Also from the outside looking in they’re a great team and you can tell by how far they go every year.”‘
Bills sign WR Curtis Samuel to three-year deal
‘Samuel most recently played for Washington from 2021-2023. The WR started in 26 games and played in 38 and racked up 132 receptions for 1,296 receiving yards, eight receiving touchdowns, 49 carries for 237 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns with the Commanders.’
WR Curtis Samuel believes he can bring 'dynamic' traits to Bills offense
‘”Definitely excited to be here. When I get the ball in my hands, I feel like I’m dynamic. That’s what I’m here to bring, just some explosive plays and be a team player,” Samuel said from One Bills Drive.’
BillsBeat - March 15, 2024
Source: Bills agree to one-year deal with RB Ty Johnson
‘Last season, he provided a spark to the offense after being promoted from the practice squad, rushing 30 times for 132 yards and catching seven passes for 62 yards and a touchdown in 10 regular season games. He played 91 offensive snaps, which was 13% of the team total.’
Mitch Morse: Release by Buffalo Bills made sense on 'business side'
‘“I understood where they were in the cap … you’re always hopeful that you’re still a part of where you’ve been for so many years,” Morse said. “The best teams, I truly believe, are the ones (focused) on football and building a family environment. But I also understand that this is a business. The personal side of it definitely hurt, the business side of it (made) sense.’
Bills to sign Curtis Samuel: What to know about Buffalo's biggest free agent addition
‘The deal is reportedly three years in length and worth up to $24 million with $15 million guaranteed, and it could climb to $30 million through incentives, a pretty big expenditure for a team that remains hard against the NFL’s salary cap.’
Bills go big, land WR who had best season of career with Joe Brady (Report)
‘Buffalo has several connections to Samuel. Offensive coordinator Joe Brady was the Carolina Panthers offensive coordinator in 2020 and coached Samuel to his best season in the NFL. Bills general manager Brandon Beane was the Panthers assistant GM in 2017 when Carolina drafted Samuel.’
Curtis Samuel brings elite burst to Buffalo Bills offense (6 things to know)
‘Brandon Beane was the Assistant GM of the Panthers when Carolina selected Samuel in the second round of the 2017 NFL Draft. Beane would leave shortly thereafter to become Buffalo Bills general manager, but he was part of the braintrust that selected Samuel.’
Buffalo Bills re-sign RB who beat out Leonard Fournette last year (Report)
‘Johnson arrived in Buffalo late in August last season and played in the Bills’ final preseason game, rushing for a 51 yards on 11 carries against the Chicago Bears. He didn’t make the 53-man roster initially but was added to the team’s practice squad following final cuts. Johnson was signed to the active roster in late October.’
Bills reunite FA Samuel with OC Brady, sign veteran WR to 3-year contract
‘Buffalo bolstered its corps of wide receivers by signing free agent Curtis Samuel to a three-year contract on Thursday, reuniting the former Washington Commanders and Carolina Panthers pass catcher with Bills offensive coordinator Joe Brady, who previously served as Panthers OC during the 2020 season. The deal is for $24 million, but worth up to $30 million with $15 million guaranteed, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter.’
Bills bring back RB Johnson on one-year deal
‘Johnson appeared in 10 games for the Bills in 2023, totaling 30 carries for 132 yards on the ground, and seven receptions for 62 yards and one touchdown in the air. He also had 15 carries in two playoff games against the Pittsburgh Steelers and Kansas City Chiefs.’
Bills add experience, production with receiver Curtis Samuel
‘Used frequently in the slot at 5-feet-11, 195 pounds, the 27-year-old has 317 receptions for 3,383 yards and 22 touchdowns. He played his first four seasons in Carolina and the last four in Washington.’