The Commanders’ offense isn’t just functional. It’s explosive. (Washington Post)
Lofty standards push Commanders’ defense in strong start to season (Washington Times)
Measuring stick game; the Washington Commanders looking to level up against Buffalo (WJLA-TV)
‘A long time coming’: Chase Young looked disruptive in 2023 season debut (Commanders.com)
Practice notes | Pass-rush discipline will be key for Commanders against Josh Allen (Commanders.com)
BillsBeat - September 22, 2023
Bills sign linebacker Klein to practice squad after Kirksey informs team he plans to retire
‘Klein was a candidate to be signed to the practice squad to start the season before the Bills elected to sign Kirksey, who became available after being cut by Houston last month.’
Allen and the Bills are back on track and want to keep rolling at the 2-0 Commanders
‘“Staying within the system, not trying to do anything too crazy,” said Allen, who’s set to play his first game at FedEx Field. “Just making sure we’re being smart and methodical with what we’re doing … and win football games.”’
Bills are visiting Washington for the first time since 2015. The Commanders are 2-0
‘Key Matchup: QB Sam Howell vs. Buffalo’s defense. Howell, who’s set to make his fourth NFL start, bounced back from two turnovers in the season opener to throw for a couple of touchdown passes at Denver without an interception or a fumble. The Bills pass rush could spell trouble for the Commanders remade offensive line. Since 2019, the Bills are 18-2 when facing a QB with 16 or fewer career starts.’
LB Christian Kirksey informs Bills he's retiring from NFL
‘Drafted by the Cleveland Browns in the third round in 2014 out Iowa, Kirksey, 31, spent the first six years of his career with the Browns. He started 54 games and had two seasons with 135-plus tackles in Cleveland. He then spent one season with the Green Bay Packers (2020), starting 11 games, and the following two years with the Texans, starting 29 games. In Houston, Kirksey was a team captain in 2022 and the team’s nominee for the Walter Payton Man of the Year award. He dealt with a strained hamstring in Texans training camp this year.’
Dawson Knox misses second day of practice with back injury
‘However, tight end Dawson Knox missed his second-straight day with a back issue. Head coach Sean McDermott says they’d take it “one day at a time” with Knox.’
Buffalo Bills sign LB A.J. Klein to practice squad as LB Christian Kirksey intends to retire
‘The Bills signed Kirksey to the practice squad on August 31 after he was released by the Houston Texans. At the time, the belief was that he could help the Bills attempt to replace Tremaine Edmunds who signed with the Chicago Bears in the offseason. He was not elevated to the active roster during the first two weeks of the season.’
'Just a selfless act. Just unbelievable': Bills fan and Packers fan connected by life-saving organ donation
‘”We tell recipients – get the word out,” she explained. She went on to say, “I’m actually impressed with the Buffalo community. Because there have been a lot of altruistic donors who have come forward without even knowing the recipient in order to help them.”‘
Bills bring LB A.J. Klein back to practice squad, Christian Kirksey to retire
‘The Bills added the 31-year-old Kirksey, a nine-year NFL veteran who started all 17 games for the Texans in 2022, to the practice squad Aug. 31 after releasing Klein while cutting down to the initial 53-man roster. He was not elevated to the active roster for either of Buffalo’s first two games. Kirksey is the second player to retire from the Bills this season, following offensive tackle Brandon Shell during training camp.’
Bills bring back Klein to practice squad as Kirksey retires
‘Klein, 32, played for the Bills during the 2020 and 2021 seasons. After brief stints with three other teams in 2022, he rejoined the Bills last November and was with the team through the rest of the season.’
Ophelia's wind and rain may impact the Bills on Sunday
‘The Buffalo Bills play on Sunday in the nations capital. Flights on Saturday from Rochester to D.C. may be impacted by heavy rain falling in the D.C. area. While the storm will be moving away from the stadium by Sunday afternoon, lingering light rain and gusty winds are likely Sunday afternoon.’
'I love going home' | Stefon Diggs on returning to where his football journey began
‘Diggs, who was the state’s No. 1-ranked recruit out of high school, chose to stay home and play for the University of Maryland, declining offers from USC, Florida and Ohio State, among others.’
Bills sign A.J. Klein to practice squad
‘Klein was claimed off waivers by the Bills last November and appeared in six games.’
BillsBeat - September 21, 2023
Mark Gaughan: Brace yourselves, Bills O-line, the murderer's row of D-lines awaits
‘Next week, Miami arrives with Christian Wilkins, who Pro Football Focus ranks as the eighth best defensive tackle in the NFL, plus defensive ends Bradley Chubb and Jaelan Phillips. After that, it’s Jacksonville Pro Bowl edge rusher Josh Allen, followed by the Giants’ elite defensive tackle duo of Dexter Lawrence and Leonard Williams, both in the top 12 at their position. New England has inside-outside studs in Christian Barmore and Matthew Judon. Ditto for Tampa Bay with Vita Vea and Shaq Barrett.’
Josh Allen downplays his Bills-record 11th AFC Offensive Player of Week award
‘“I was surprised,” Allen said. “I didn’t think stats were that great.”’