‘“I think he’s completely locked in and I’m hearing amazing things about how it’s gone this offseason out in Buffalo,” Palmer said. “It’s a long year. You’re banged up, you’re beat up – emotionally there’s things that have happened. You gotta reset. … There’s always drama. … This offseason it was the Diggs thing and next offseason it’ll be another thing. That’s what playing franchise quarterback is – you’re a problem solver. You’re putting out fires. I think that’s what the great ones do.”’
BillsBeat - September 10, 2023
Two former Buffalo Bills players elevated from practice squad on their new teams
‘Former Buffalo Bills running back Taiwan Jones signed to the practice squad for the New York Giants on August 31 and has been elevated for week one. In addition, former Bills wide receiver Jamison Crowder was elevated by the Washington Commanders to play against the Arizona Cardinals.’
Bills-Jets watch party set for Third Street
‘The owners of The Goldbar and Archives Pub, in partnership with Power City Eatery, are gearing up for a unique game-night experience that will allow fans to watch the Monday Night Football game between the Bills and Jets on a 25-foot wide, 25-foot long television screen that will be placed on Third Street facing both bars.’
Sunday's New York Coverage
Duane Brown says he’s ‘grateful’ to be able to suit up for Week 1 vs. Bills (New York Daily News)
Jets’ WR Garrett Wilson: ‘I don’t want to be chasing anything except for being great as a team’ (New York Daily News)
Mike Lupica: Robert Saleh needs to deliver after being gifted Aaron Rodgers (New York Daily News)
Bob Raissman: Spectrum subscribers could be left in the dust for Jets-Bills matchup (New York Daily News)
Jets’ Sauce Gardner looking to snag more interceptions this season (New York Post)
Quinnen Williams’ work ethic hasn’t changed since big Jets’ contract (New York Post)
Dalvin Cook is ‘all-in’ for first season with Jets after Robert Saleh’s blunt comments (New York Post)
Jets’ hyped pass rush looking to give Bills fits: ‘We come in waves’ (New York Post)
Aaron Rodgers can see playing at 45 like Tom Brady as possibility with Jets (New York Post)
Five bold Jets predictions for 2023 NFL season: The ‘Aaron Rodgers Effect’ will take them far (New York Post)
NY Jets fans fume over possible opener blackout amid Spectrum-Disney dispute (New York Post)
Jets RB Dalvin Cook says he’s not concerned about credit, just wins (Newsday)
Jets RB Breece Hall greenlighted for Bills game (Newsday)
Extreme makeover: How Joe Douglas and Robert Saleh turned Jets into contenders (Newsday)
Week 1 has never meant more to Jets and Giants (Newsday)
Jets’ Breece Hall makes bold prediction as he’s cleared to return vs. Bills (Newark Star Ledger)
Dalvin Cook signed with the Jets despite them giving the running back a ‘worst-case scenario’ (AP)
Jets RB Breece Hall confident in knee, ready to roll vs. Bills (ESPN)
Robert Saleh praises Jets’ selfless running backs who just ‘want to win’ (SportsNet New York)
Notebook | Jets CB Sauce Gardner Eyes Interceptions in Year 2 (NewYorkJets.com)
Jets Injury Report | Week 1 vs. Bills – Saturday (NewYorkJets.com)
Jets Aaron Rodgers and Garrett Wilson Are Among ‘NFL’s Most Intriguing’ Players for 2023 (NewYorkJets.com)
Nyheim Hines' attorney speaks on boat accident
‘The individual was estimated to be going at potentially 40 miles an hour while Hines was estimated to be going around 10.’
Cook ready for lead role, sibling rivalry renewal Monday night vs. Jets
‘”James being the lead back, we’re excited about him getting that opportunity to show what he can do,” said fellow running back Latavius Murray. “I think he’s running really hard. I think maybe that’s been a part of his game that maybe people may not have spoken about in the past, but I’ve realized that, seeing it up close and personal. He’s playing with a physicality that I guess I wasn’t aware until now playing alongside of him. I think the world can see that, but it’s something that I’ve been impressed with, just excited for him to take that into the game Monday.”‘
Carucci Take 2: Bills can make as large a statement as Jets with season-opening performance
‘This is widely seen as the Jets’ opportunity to make a major statement on a national stage, but that’s only part of the story. The Bills are poised to make every bit as large a statement. In fact, theirs could end up being even bigger.’
Bills vendor show underway in North Tonawanda
‘The event will feature over 50 local vendors selling artisan made Buffalo-inspired items. There will also be officially licensed Buffalo Bills merchandise for sale at the event as well.’
There will be 3 Bills prime-time games on Channel 2: Here's what you need to know
‘The first two Bills primetime games will be part of the regular Sunday Night Football lineup on Channel 2. The first game comes in Week 6, when the Bills host the New York Giants at 8:20 p.m. on Oct. 15.’
Bills injury report for Week 1 at Jets
‘Micah Hyde, who was limited Thursday with a back injury, has been taken off the injury report. Hyde was a full participant in Friday’s walk-thru and in Saturday’s practice. The safety has been optimistic all week about suiting up for Week 1.’
BillsBeat - September 9, 2023
Bills open season with another prime time showcase
‘Fan social media accounts seem to relish whenever a cable sports channel panelist picks another team to top the division. Some have gone so far as to predict Buffalo missing the playoffs entirely.’
Terrel Bernard dipping into dot as Bills' new middle linebacker
‘“You have to give the call to the defense,” linebackers coach Bobby Babich said. “You have to set the table, and then you also have to perform your job. So, there’s a lot that goes into it. It’s a step-by-step basis, and we’re so process oriented that it’s just a rhythm and a process of going through each call. And (if) there’s 70 plays in a game, you’re going to do it 70 times.”’
Stocking up on Bills stuff? Local retailers have you covered
‘Whatever the item, if it has blue and red on it or says “Bills,” he can’t keep it in on the shelves.’
Bills shift to two-tight end offense fueled by mismatches created by Dalton Kincaid, Dawson Knox
‘“It’s gonna be fun being able to bring us and split us out, doing a little bit everything,” Knox said. “Just the versatility of the position makes it harder for defensive coordinators to figure out what we’re doing. So creating mismatches in the defense, just having a little extra versatility.”’
Bills tailgate to benefit Kids Escaping Drugs
‘The season opener for the Buffalo Bills will be preceded by Lockport’s biggest Bills fan, John Lang, aka Bills Elvis, throwing the second Lockport Community Tailgate from 4 to 7:30 p.m. Monday on Main Street. “Last year we raised $10,000 for the (Aaron) Salter family,” Lang said. “This year we hope to raise more.”’