‘“We were made aware last Thursday about the situation regarding Von, probably the similar time that you guys heard about it,” Beane said. “Checked in with his agent and then obviously with the NFL, and as you probably read or heard, there’s multiple versions of what happened, and so there’s not a lot that I can say. Von is here, he’ll be a part of the team and we’ll let the investigation, and we’ll follow the lead of the NFL from that standpoint.”’
BillsBeat - December 7, 2023
Ryan O'Halloran: Led by Terry Pegula, Bills drop ball on letting Von Miller play Sunday
‘Silent Bills owner/CEO/president/big boss Terry Pegula had a chance to send a message to the nearly 60 female employees who work for his team, the women whose job is to cover his team and the legion of female fans who cheer for his team by instructing Beane and coach Sean McDermott to deactivate Miller. Instead, Miller, in the middle of his worst on-field season (no sacks and no impact), is expected to play against the Chiefs.’
Mark Gaughan: Bills need to give Kaiir Elam a shot to boost man coverage
‘The Bills need somebody who can play man coverage a little better. Elam is the cornerback best suited to do it because of his size – 6-foot-1½ and 191 pounds – and his speed – 4.39 seconds in the 40-yard dash, best among the Bills’ defensive backs.’
Bills notebook: Dawson Knox upbeat about wrist after coming off injured reserve
‘“Just talking to Joe, I think this is the most fresh I’ve ever felt in Week 13 or 14 of a season before,” Knox said, referring to offensive coordinator Joe Brady. “I got some great time to get the legs back ready. The wrist feels great. Big shoutout to the strength staff and the training staff here putting in the hours and the time. But thankful to be back with the team.”’
Von Miller still 'part of the team' and available to play vs Chiefs, says Bills GM
‘Beane was careful in his remarks during a 19-minute interaction with reporters, but when he was asked whether he thought Roger Goodell would put Miller on the commissioner’s exempt list, meaning he would be ineligible to play until the league’s investigation into the matter is complete, Beane said, “We don’t expect anything based on our conversations. Anytime it’s an ongoing investigation, if something was uncovered, the commissioner does have that (option) at any point. If he feels there was something that, hey, this doesn’t look good or something like that, they could, but with our knowledge of what we have today, we don’t expect that.”’
Sean McDermott should not be fired by Buffalo Bills, even if he misses playoffs
‘Let’s also remember that changing the coach doesn’t always work, and we don’t have to look any further than the 21st century Bills for glaring proof. Did they improve after Wade Phillips was canned, or after Gregg Williams was fired, or after Mike Mularkey quit, or after Dick Jauron was fired, or after Chan Gailey was fired, or after Doug Marrone quit?’
Buffalo Bills GM gives update on Von Miller, says alleged abuse ‘seems out of character’
‘“Anytime it’s an ongoing investigation, if something was uncovered, the Commissioner does have (the ability put a player on the exempt list) at any point if he feels there was something, hey, this doesn’t look good or something like that,” Beane said. “With our knowledge of what we have today, we don’t expect that.”’
Bills’ Dawson Knox returns: How will TE fit into new Joe Brady offense?
‘“In my mind, I was ready to play (against the Philadelphia Eagles),” Knox said. “(But the wrist) didn’t show enough healing for me to play. But missing one game, but also gaining the bye week, it’s kind of like a buy one get one free. The two extra weeks of healing I think did a huge number on the wrist and made sure it’s all the way back.”’
ESPN host erupts on Get Up! staff over Buffalo Bills’ Josh Allen
‘“I’m aiming this directly at my favorite people in the world, the staff of this show,” Greenberg said on air. “The team that puts together this show… Jordan Love: How many touchdowns is he going to throw? Tyreek Hill, how many yards? Josh Allen: How many turnovers? What a disrespectful question for us to be asking about a guy who is playing, I’m going to say it, better than anyone in this league!”’
Bills brass says Miller to be available Sunday in wake of domestic violence allegations; Injury updates from Wednesday
‘“Yes,” answered Beane when asked if Miller would be available to suit up against the Chiefs. “Listen, you never want anyone in your organization, no matter what organization you’re in, to have an allegation like that. That’s a very serious nature and something that we would definitely… we’re gonna take every precaution with.”‘
Bills back Von Miller, keep him with the team following domestic violence charges
‘An uncomfortable topic was met with uncomfortable silence.’
Thursday's Kansas City Coverage
Why Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes disputes Packers’ sign-stealing narrative from Sunday (Kansas City Star)
‘Truly an honor’ for Patrick Mahomes to be Chiefs’ NFL Walter Payton Award nominee (Kansas City Star)
Taylor Swift on why it’s important to her to be at Chiefs games, even if it upsets fans (Kansas City Star)
Taylor Swift calls angry NFL fans ‘dads, Brads and Chads.’ Swifties are loving it (Kansas City Star)
We tried Travis Kelce’s Kitchen frozen meals from Walmart, and here’s what we thought (Kansas City Star)
Taylor Swift opens up on Travis Kelce relationship, how she’s ‘been missing out’ on football (USA Today)
Chiefs missing several starters to injury as they begin preparing for visit from Bills (AP)
Taylor Swift opens up about Travis Kelce romance timeline (ESPN)
Taylor Swift has ‘no idea’ how often she’s shown at Chiefs games: ‘I’m just there to support Travis [Kelce]’ (CBS Sports)
Taylor Swift in Time magazine interview: Travis Kelce relationship started with ‘metal as hell’ podcast shoutout (The Sporting News)
4 key Chiefs players miss practice Wednesday as Bills prep begins (KHSB-TV)
Pacheco added to injury report, Bolton becomes full participant ahead of Bills matchup (KCTV-TV)
Isiah Pacheco added to team’s injury report as three other Chiefs don’t practice (KMBC-TV)
Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco, others miss Wednesday practice (WDAF-TV)
Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes refutes Packers DB read his signals (WDAF-TV)
Taylor Swift shares new details on Travis Kelce relationship in Time interview (WDAF-TV)
Week 14 Injury Report | Chiefs vs. Bills (Chiefs.com)
Von Miller available to play for Bills after allegedly assaulting pregnant girlfriend
‘Beane added that he does not “expect” Miller to be placed on the commissioner’s exempt list — a mechanism the NFL uses to sideline players who have been accused but not convicted of serious crimes with pay — at this time.’
Bills GM says edge rusher Von Miller to practice and play while facing domestic violence charge
‘Beane spoke for the team as the Bills returned from their bye week, and a week after Miller turned himself in to police in a Dallas suburb after being charged in a warrant with domestic violence. Miller faces a charge of third-degree felony assault of a pregnant woman, which is punishable by 2 to 10 years in prison and a $10,000 fine. He is free after posting a $5,000 bond.’
Bills designate tight end Knox, cornerback Elam as candidates to return from injured reserve
‘Knox and Elam can be activated at any point over the next three weeks now that they’ve returned to practice.’