‘The cornerback two battle has been one of the most-talked-about position competitions of training camp at St. John Fisher University. Elam, the Buffalo Bills’ first-round pick last year, is up against veteran Dane Jackson and 2022 sixth-rounder Christian Benford for the job.’
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Would Josh Allen do Netflix’s ‘Quarterback’ Season 2? Here’s what Bills QB said
‘“I talked to Pat (Mahomes) a little bit about it and I think it’s a really cool concept,” Allen told the media at St. John Fisher University. “I think that to have everything documented, especially as a quarterback, is very cool. You look at some of the documentaries that have come out in the past, you talk about the (Michael) Jordan documentary, but to have that documented, especially if you can win and win at a high level and continue to be a successful quarterback in this league to have that documented is super special. But at the same time I don’t want any outside distractions. I don’t want any unnecessary distractions for myself or this team. I’m not saying that it would be. I’m a little undecided on whether I would want to do it or not. I go back and forth sometimes in my mind, but as of right now I’m just trying to be the best quarterback for this team.”’
Training Camp Takeaways: Two players make play for CB2; Other camp battles; Kincaid’s blocking; Day 7 updates
‘Elam’s solid performance on Day 7 began during 1-on-1 drills when he denied wide receiver Deonte Harty a reception before Jackson stepped in a few reps later and made an excellent play on a pass intended for WR Gabe Davis. Jackson appeared to grab Davis a bit on the play, but with officials in attendance for the first time since camp opened last week, no whistle was blown for defensive holding.’
Training Camp Observations Day 7: Gabe Davis proving to Bills he's a complete receiver
‘This season, however, Bills offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey has said it’s important to get Davis so easier opportunities this year, while teammate Stefon Diggs says Davis would be a No. 1 NFL wide receiver anywhere else. Davis showed why on Day Seven of training camp Thursday at St. John Fisher University.’
Bills secondary is in safe hands with Hyde and Poyer back together for a seventh season
‘“It’s just the way the universe works, man,” said Poyer, who called Hyde immediately after after agreeing to re-sign. “I’m just trying to take it all in, be present in these moments. I’m not worried about what’s going to happen this offseason or next year. This is my time. This is our time.”’
Bills GM Brandon Beane says Stefon Diggs never requested a trade amid offseason drama: 'He's ours'
‘”No one called on Diggs,” Beane said on “The Pat McAfee Show” this week. “I think people know that he’s ours, and we wouldn’t (do that) — even if there was an issue — and he was never asking to be traded. That never came up. I’ve got a great relationship with his agent, Adisa Bakari. So it was truly never an issue. It was just more us getting in a room and talking through how last season finished and getting on the same page.”‘
Bills' starting cornerback competition heats up Thursday
‘”I don’t really have a set date,” McDermott said about the spot, which also includes Christian Benford competing. “You’ll know when you know, and you’d like it to be sooner rather than later for all these decisions. But in fairness to the player and the process, just giving it time to play out.”‘
McDermott: Friday will be where players are put into more game situations
‘”Some of these players have not been in our home locker room, don’t know our operation the morning of the game type of situation, and have never gone through that routine. That gives them a chance to get into the home locker room,” said McDermott on Thursday during his meeting with the assembled media in Pittsford.’
In-depth: Bills, fans adjusting game day experiences with ongoing stadium construction
‘”Obviously with being such a tailgate atmosphere for games, I think with certain lots being closed, overflowing into other lots and just changing the game day routine for people I think would have the biggest impact,” said Bills fan Nick from Amherst at Bills training camp. “Is my lot gonna be closed? Am I gonna be able to get there at the same time that I’m usually able to get there? How does that impact my experience? That’s something of concern.”‘
Orchard Park restaurants excited for kickoff to another big season at Highmark Stadium
‘”The excitement is through the roof right now,” says Peggy Cerrone, owner of O’Neill’s Stadium Inn.’
'Poona me in coach': new Bills defensive tackle Ford already showing his value
‘“For me personally the main reason I came here is the defensive scheme,” Ford told 7 Sports. “And for me that was pretty big on where I was going to sign this offseason.”’
Buffalo Bills Training Camp Diary 2023: Day 7 at St. John Fisher University
‘It was the team’s third padded practice of training camp and the next time you’ll see the Bills on the field will be at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park on Friday for the “Return of the Blue and Red” practice.’
What you need to know if you plan on attending the 'Return of the Blue and Red' and Highmark Stadium
‘”Return of the Blue & Red will feature DJ Milk and Billy Buffalo in the Labatt Scoreboard Square located inside Seneca Resorts and Casinos Gate 4 and Tim Hortons Gate 5 with partner activation booths,” the Bills said in an email.’
4 Observations: Middle linebacker race narrows, Elam and Rapp impress
‘The Bills started training camp rotating Tyrel Dodson, Terrel Bernard and Baylon Spector daily at the starting middle linebacker spot. If the last week or so is any indication, Spector has been bumped from the rotation. Bernard worked with the first team on Thursday and Dodson was with the starters the previous practice. Meanwhile, Spector was with the third team Thursday and hasn’t worked with the starters since the third practice of camp. It sure seems like the race to replace Tremaine Edmunds is down to Dodson and Bernard.’
Bills coach Sean McDermott marvels at Marv Levy on 98th birthday
‘“He’s been extremely open and extremely friendly in his approach,” McDermott said. “Sometimes coaches don’t pull for the coaches that follow them. He’s done nothing but pull for us, pull for me, and support our staff and what we are trying to get done here. So I couldn’t be more grateful.”’