‘”Coordinators, they want to throw the ball too. Don’t get it twisted,” Allen said. “You want to be able to be balanced and throw in some wrinkles and have the splash plays, but, again, when something’s working so well, to go away from it, it’s very hard to do and it’s probably not the smart thing to do.”‘
BillsBeat - December 21, 2023
James Cook named AFC Offensive Player of the Week
‘The second-year player out of Georgia posted 179 rushing yards, 42 receiving yards and a pair of touchdowns in Buffalo’s 31-10 win Sunday against Dallas.’
'They're gonna be ready to play' | How the Bills are preparing for a motivated Chargers team
‘”I can’t tell you what’s going on in their minds right now with the coaching change and this and that, but I can tell you one thing: that they’re gonna be ready to play come Saturday night,” said quarterback Josh Allen after practice Tuesday afternoon.’
'The best I've ever been around' | Josh Allen and Mitch Morse believe offensive line's chemistry has pushed Bills' season back in right direction
‘”It gets the juice flowing, I’ll tell you that,” quarterback Josh Allen said on Dawkins’ block. “A lot of guys love seeing that, it’s one of the more fun plays I think I’ve ever watched. For him to go do that 20-plus yards downfield right at the goal line, watching it live was awesome because I was right there.”‘
Bills RB James Cook named AFC Offensive Player of the Week | Week 15
‘This is Cook’s first player of the week award and he’s the first Bills running back to win the offensive player of the week award since Travis Henry in Week 6 of 2002. He’s also the fifth Bills running back to when the award.’
BillsBeat - December 20, 2023
Post Jordan Phillips injury, pre DaQuan Jones return, Bills leaning on defensive tackle depth
‘Jones was a force in the Bills’ first four games (3-1), totaling 3 1/2 run “stuffs” (gain of 1 or fewer yards) and 10 1/2 pass-rush “disruptions” (combined pressures, knockdowns and sacks) per The Buffalo News’ game charting.’
Mark Gaughan: Terrel Bernard using communication, instincts to produce stellar season
‘“I feel like he’s a special kid,” Bills cornerback Taron Johnson said. “I’m happy he’s out there with me. This is, damn, only his first year starting, his second year in the league, so I think the sky is the limit for him.”’
Bills notebook: Star receiver Keenan Allen among Chargers dealing with injuries
‘Chargers star wide receiver Keenan Allen, who leads the NFL in receptions, is dealing with a heel injury. He missed the game against Las Vegas on Thursday, and did not practice Tuesday. Chargers interim head coach Giff Smith called Allen’s injury “tricky.” Los Angeles placed starting center Will Clapp on injured reserve Wednesday due to a knee injury suffered on Thursday. Cameron Tom, who has one career start, could replace Clapp.’
Can former Bills assistant shine in debut as Chargers head coach? 3 questions in Week 16
‘Another thing the Bills may need to be wary of is the nature of the Chargers’ loss that led to Staley’s firing. It was the second-most egregious team-wide performance in the NFL this season, drafting narrowly behind Denver’s 70-16 no-show loss to Miami in Week 3.’
Bills should drop interim label from Joe Brady’s title after dominating Dallas Cowboys (Encouraged/worried)
‘Bills OL: James Cook was the star of the show, but the Bills’ offensive line cleared some big lanes for the back. While the entire unit deserves praise, Dion Dawkins and Spencer Brown shined in their roles. Brian Baldinger showed multiple clips of the duo performing a counter tackle trap. Their athleticism was on full display as they wiped out would be tacklers and allowed Cook to gain big chunks of yardage.’
Bills open DT Jones' window to return from IR, Milano not expected to return this season
‘“I don’t expect him to play at this point, but it’s good to have him back starting to work out there,” said McDermott.’
Bills defensive tackle DaQuan Jones won't rush return after window opened for return from IR
‘Jones underwent surgery for a torn pectoral, suffered in a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Oct. 8. The Buffalo Bills defensive tackle has been a constant presence throughout his rehabilitation period, and on Tuesday, coach Sean McDermott announced his 21-day window to return from injured reserve was opened.’
Leonard Fournette still waiting for a shot seven weeks after joining Bills practice squad
‘He was the No. 1 running back in college at LSU, then the fourth overall pick of the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2017 and a key piece to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ Super Bowl run in 2020. Now Fournette finds himself on the Buffalo Bills practice squad, with uncertainty as to whether or not he will ever get a chance to play this season.’
Wednesday's Los Angeles Coversage
Chargers interim coach Giff Smith embraces his new challenge (Los Angeles Times)
Chargers ‘playing to win’ under interim head coach Giff Smith (Orange County Register)
Interim coach Giff Smith keeping Chargers focused on final 3 games of the season (AP)
Austin Ekeler says he’s aiming to prove himself ahead of free agency (ESPN)
5 Takeaways: Giff Smith Reveals His 1st Message to Bolts in Team Meeting (Chargers.com)
Week 16 Injury Report | Chargers vs. Bills: Allen, Mack Don’t Practice Tuesday (Chargers.com)
Bills open 3-week window to activate defensive tackle DaQuan Jones off injured reserve
‘While Jones’ chances of being activated are promising, coach Sean McDermott said it was unlikely that will happen in time for Saturday, when Buffalo (8-6) travels to play the Los Angeles Chargers (5-9).’