‘Phillips participated in positional drills alongside his fellow defensive linemen but removed his helmet for the 1-on-1 and team periods. He met with the assembled media post-practice, addressing what he termed a lengthy rehab process while providing his expectations for the upcoming season.’
BillsBeat - August 7, 2023
Training Camp Observations Day 9: Bills middle linebacker job narrowed to Terrel Bernard, Tyrel Dodson
‘During practice, Bernard got his third consecutive day with the No. 1 defense — although he and Dodson both got No. 1 reps with Matt Milano out of practice Friday — and played exclusively with the presumptive starters Sunday.’
Jordan Phillips activated off PUP, returns to Bills practice
‘“I didn’t think it was going be as tough as it was,” Phillips said after practice. “But I’m happy to be where I’m at right now.”’
Babich: Still an open competition at middle linebacker
‘”To me its’ about the right player at that position.” Babich said speaking with the media at St. John Fisher University. “There’s a mix right now that we feel that we feel you need where you have to be athletic enough and you have to be physical enough.”‘
4 Observations: Jordan Phillips activated, Cam Lewis falls hard, more from Bills camp
‘The Bills practiced without pads for the first time since the ramp-up period to begin training camp. That didn’t prevent defensive back Cam Lewis from taking a hard hit. The fourth-year player from University at Buffalo went down after contesting a deep pass to Trent Sherfield. Teammates immediately called for trainers after it appeared Lewis hit his head on the grass turf, and some knelt while Lewis laid on his back. After a few minutes, Lewis was able to get up and walk to the sideline medical tent. … Linebacker Matt Milano and nickel defender Taron Johnson returned after missing the stadium practice because of general soreness. Oliver also practiced fully after an early exit Friday night.’
Bills activate DT Jordan Phillips off active/PUP list
‘Phillips underwent surgery on a torn rotator cuff in his shoulder on February 14 this past offseason and was finally able to participate in his first piece of training camp in Pittsford Sunday morning.’
Bills DT Jordan Phillips ‘glad to be a player again’ after offseason surgery
‘“I got my surgery on Valentine’s Day. So I got out of Valentine’s Day,” said Phillips with a wry smile.’
Pittsford brewery hosts Bills Training Camp Tailgate Party
‘This was the brewery’s first event, featuring live music, corn hole, a food truck from Freddie’s Wood Fired Pizzas, and, of course, plenty of ales and lagers.’
Khalil Shakir gets extra 'encouragement' from dad
‘”My dad is not afraid to say some words to me, shoot me a text,” Shakir said. “I know when I’m in the game and (there’s) something I should have done better, I already know I’ve got a text from him waiting for me.”‘
Bills Training Camp Day 9: Jordan Phillips activated off PUP list.
‘Phillips, who turns 31 in September, had surgery on a torn rotator cuff in his shoulder during the offseason. It’s a territory Phillips has been in before, but not for a long time. “My second surgery and my last one was in 2013 and it was a lot different then. Just the resources I had and everything, it was just like, you could almost take advantage of it… you have everybody catering to you,” said Phillips.’
Bills take photo with People’s Choice Kitchen owner Van Stanley
‘Stanley does a lot in the community including giving back to local children in need by hosting bike donation events. Stanley says the stars autographed her special sauce, praising her for her work.’
Top 3 things to know from Day 9 of Bills Training Camp
‘Players did not have pads on for the two-hour practice but still spent plenty of time in 11 on 11 and 7 on 7 situations; the defense in particular had a standout day. The defense welcomed back DT Jordan Phillips who was activated off the PUP list and participated in a portion of practice for the first time this camp; LB Matt Milano and CB Taron Johnson also returned after sitting out Friday’s Return of the Blue and Red with general soreness.’
BillsBeat - August 6, 2023
Pass-rush goal for Bills' defensive line: Domination
‘They want to match what the Philadelphia Eagles did last year. “Every defensive line probably doesn’t want to admit it but has the goal of doing what the Philadelphia Eagles did last year,” Jones said. The Eagles had four players with at least 11 sacks, including defensive linemen Brandon Graham, Javon Hargrave and Josh Sweat (all 11). The stat line of “Graham 11, Hargrave 11, Sweat 11” was a motivational tool for the Bills’ linemen. “I sent a picture of that to our group chat to start the offseason and I’m like, ‘This has to be us this year,’ ” Jones told The Buffalo News. “We want to put the league on notice and dominate to the best of all of our capabilities.”’
LaBella plays key role in what happens with that big hole at stadium construction site
‘About a dozen LaBella employees work on the project regularly, and there are about 70 civil engineers in-house to assist when needed. They’ve been putting in long hours to make sure the job gets done, said Jeff Roloson, who serves as president and AIA at LaBella.’
Versatile Taylor Rapp and the Buffalo Bills could be a perfect marriage
‘“I think during free agency you’re always trying to find a good fit, not only for yourself as a player but as a team culture fit, too,” he said. “I knew coach (Sean) McDermott, Brandon Beane, they’re just building something great here and I always had respect for how this team plays. They’ve got the right guys in the locker room, right guys around the facility.’