‘”The guys are working extremely hard, there’s some things that we just need to do a little bit better as far as coordination, as far as all being on the same page, so we can really take advantage of the exceptional talent that we have to win one on one,” Washington said. “So there are some areas that kind of took us out of being able to do our absolute best in that situation (against the Steelers). I know what the guys are capable of, and they know what we need to fix and adjust, and we’ll get there.”‘
BillsBeat - August 23, 2023
Bills sign LB DaShaun White
‘White, a 6-foot, 225-pound linebacker, was a five-year player with the Sooners (2018-2022) and started in 49 career games. An All-Big 12 honorable mention in 2022, White has experience playing both MLB and Weakside LB.’
BillsBeat - August 22, 2023
Inside the Bills: Brandon Beane details what goes into an NFL tryout
‘“It’s a job interview, and it’s quick,” said Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane, who detailed his team’s philosophy behind trying out players in an interview with The Buffalo News.’
Bills make tackle move official, sign speed back Ty Johnson
‘McGhin played two games with the Carolina Panthers in 2019 and was on the Jacksonville Jaguars’ practice squad in 2020. He played with the New Jersey Generals of the USFL in 2022 and played 12 games in the 2023 spring season for the Arlington Renegades of the XFL. Arlington won the league title.’
Stefon Diggs responds to Stephen A. Smith, who said Bills receiver wants out of Buffalo
‘“Brother wants out, I’m just telling you what I know,” Smith said. “He don’t want to be in Buffalo anymore. I have my sources. Stefon Diggs has got to be there but he’d prefer to be gone because he’s lost a level of belief in the Buffalo Bills.”’
Buffalo Bills place former 1st-round pick on season-ending IR
‘During the game, Ray, 30, suffered a hamstring injury. The veteran pass-rusher likely knew the injury was serious as ESPN’s Alaina Getzenberg reported that Ray was emotional in the locker room following the injury and was comforted by multiple teammates. On Monday, Buffalo placed Ray on the injured reserve ending his season.’
Buffalo Bills adding free agent running back who played 3 seasons with Jets
‘The Bills have two solid veterans behind starter James Cook in Damien Harris and Latavius Murray. But Harris hasn’t played in either of the team’s preseason games because of lingering knee soreness. He practiced in a limited capacity last Thursday but didn’t play against the Pittsburgh Steelers.’
Who is Ty Johnson? New Buffalo Bills RB had ‘dark, dark days’ following release from Jets (6 things to know)
‘Johnson has been effective as a runner when given opportunities, but he’s best known for his pass catching abilities. Johnson has 86 receptions for 668 yards and three touchdowns in his time in the league. His best season came with the Jets in 2021 when he caught 34 passes for 372 yards and two touchdowns.’
ESPN's Stephen A. Smith says Stefon Diggs wants out of Buffalo, Bills receiver shuts it down
‘“100% not true,” Diggs wrote. “I don’t know who the source is but I thought I nip this sh– in the bud already.” Two minutes later, Diggs added: “Rocking wit my dawgs… Bills mafia through and through!!!”’
Sabato: Don't put much stock in Bills preseason performance against Steelers
‘Instead, it’s more about getting a test run against certain fronts and coverages. That was obvious in watching how the Bills blocked one of the best defensive lines in the league and the offensive line play wasn’t as bad as it appeared at first glance.’
Shane Ray's NFL comeback hits snag as Bills put DE on IR
‘”It’s just one of those things that you gotta get healthy and, you know, that’s the main part for him to get healthy, man,” Von Miller told ESPN of his close friend and former Denver Broncos teammate at a Monday charity event. “I’m sorry, he got hurt. I’m injured now [recovering from surgery on right ACL], so I already know what he’s dealing with. He’s staying here at my crib at the house, so that’s a good thing, too, where I can put my hands on him and keep my eyes on him, man, and, you know, I think he’s shown what he can do on the football field and, you know, whenever he gets that chance to go out there and play, that’d be great.”‘
Bills to sign veteran RB Ty Johnson, bolster backfield after losing Nyheim Hines to injury, per report
‘Johnson spent the last three seasons with the New York Jets, but was released by the team back in April after tearing his pec during an offseason workout. This report that has Johnson jumping aboard with Buffalo also notes that he has been cleared medically with the pec injury.’
ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith Claims Stefon Diggs Wants Out of Buffalo
‘“You got Stefon Diggs, this brother all-world receiver but clearly wasn’t happy, walked out, didn’t want to talk to nobody. Then he came into training camp, they had some friction they had to get settled and all of this stuff,” said Smith.’
Bills make two additions to roster after Doyle, Ray head to Injured Reserve
‘The 25-year-old Johnson was originally a sixth-round draft pick of the Detroit Lions in the 2019 NFL Draft out of the University of Maryland.’
Johnson: Bills fans will see 'another level' of James Cook
‘”His spaceship is definitely going to the moon. I ain’t going to go as far to say he’s going to land there right now, but you’re going see another level of James Cook,” he said. “We’ve seen him in the SEC, how he evolved and became who he is. We’re going to see that being implemented a bit more with his comfort. Being able to play in a professional league with other star-powered guys, I think he will find his way with our coaching staff.”‘