‘Bills receivers were also held to seven receptions, the third time in four games they have failed to make a combined 10 catches. It’s part of a shift in the offense — partly through defenses and partly through changing philosophy — that has become less reliant on receivers and more focused on quick passes.’
BillsBeat - December 15, 2023
Friday's Dallas Coverage
Cowboys’ Micah Parsons rips NFL officiating, calls for change: ‘They don’t care’ (Dallas Morning News)
Dak Prescott received heavy criticism last season. Could Josh Allen be in for the same? (Dallas Morning News)
Jerry Jones hoping for World Cup final, AT&T Stadium back in Super Bowl consideration (Fort Worth Star Telegram)
Dallas Cowboys’ Micah Parsons may be right about NFL’s referees. Also, get over it. (Fort Worth Star Telegram)
Cowboys LT Tyron Smith ‘still dominant’ without practicing (ESPN)
Lamb on road games: ‘Gotta bring our own music’ (DallasCowboys.com)
From software engineer to rookie breakout, Brandon Aubrey took the road less traveled to stardom (DallasCowboys.com)
Mailbag: Adjusting run defense without Hankins? (DallasCowboys.com)
Stefon Diggs says don’t count out battle-tested Bills as they prepare to host the Cowboys
‘“Because down this stretch, we get to see what we’re made of. And as a true competitor, if you’re a real competitor, that’s what you want. And I like being an underdog more than anything.”’
Cowboys closing in on playoff berth as they hit the road to face the Bills
‘Dallas is 7-0 at home, where it has scored 279 points, but 3-3 on the road, and scored 142.’
Bills' Jordan Poyer talks ayahuasca use: 'My life has been changed'
‘The Bills defensive back gave up alcohol a few years ago, but at times in the past, he would consume an excessive amount of drinks. He said he would black out after drinking a six-pack of beer in under 30 minutes.’
Epenesa, Hyde miss practice for second-straight day
‘The Thursday injury report had both edge rusher A.J. Epenesa (ribs) and safety Micah Hyde (stinger) as not practicing for the second-straight day.’
Bills injury report: Hyde, Epenesa remain out while Kincaid and Johnson make progress
‘Safety Micah Hyde (neck stinger) and defensive end A.J. Epenesa (rib) did not participate for the second day in a row this week. Tight end Dalton Kincaid (thumb/shoulder) and cornerback Taron Johnson (ankle) were both limited, as they continued to progress toward their return.’
Buffalo Bills o-lineman Connor McGovern talks old team
‘The biggest key for Buffalo’s offense will be neutralizing star linebacker Micah Parsons, who won Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2021. McGovern also played with Parsons at Penn State. He’s considered one of the best defensive players in the NFL and still very early in his career. “Down to the tiny details every day, he works on hand fighting and stuff like that, boxing, little stuff like that, that people don’t see,” said McGovern.’
Bills RB James Cook motivated to 'keep producing' amid recent burst on offense
‘Across the Bills’ last four games, Cook has averaged nearly 116 total yards per game as he continues to be a threat as both a rusher and pass catcher. The second-year running back has been elusive and explosive, as seen in his 25-yard touchdown catch against the Kansas City Chiefs last Sunday.’
BillsBeat - December 14, 2023
Bills QB Josh Allen on Sean McDermott: 'Our relationship honestly has never been stronger'
‘“Our relationship, honestly, has never been stronger,” Allen said Wednesday. “We talk about football. We talk about life. It’s been fun to watch him grow as a coach in the years that I’ve been here.”’
Mark Gaughan: Dallas game will be a referendum for Bills' wide receivers
‘Dallas defensive coordinator Dan Quinn loves to play man coverage on third down. He loves to play Cover 3, with a safety in the deep middle, too. If the deep middle is closed, you need the wideouts to win some routes outside the numbers.’
Bills notebook: Rookie receiver Justin Shorter returns to practice
‘“Giving him the chance to now take all of the hard work he’s put into this point and seeing what he looks like,” coach Sean McDermott said.’
Can Josh Allen avoid throwing a pick-six to this Cowboy defensive back extraordinaire?
‘Bland, who is only starting for the Cowboys because Stefon Diggs’ brother Trevon is out for the season with a knee injury, has enjoyed one of the most incredible runs any cornerback this season. He has already set an NFL record for most interception returns for a touchdown with five, and he did that in Dallas’ first 11 games through Thanksgiving Day.’
Epenesa and Hyde remain week-to-week as Bills prepare for Cowboys; Shorter returns to practice
‘Both players were injured during Buffalo’s win over the Kansas City Chiefs this past Sunday, with Epenesa leaving the game early on after recording his second interception of the season. Hyde left the game twice during the Chiefs’ final drive of the first half, eventually exiting with 1:26 remaining in the second quarter.’
Joe Brady embracing Josh Allen's running ability as Bills strip restrictions with backs against the wall
‘“This time of year we all do what you got to do,” McDermott said. “This is kind of one of those things that’s understood this time of year — that the game’s on the line, you’ve got to do what you got to do. So I don’t think I need to say that he knows that.”’