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October 4, 2014
Bills' Ryan trolls as Patriots explore quarterback options
In the meantime, they have just a few days left to get Jimmy Garoppolo's shoulder, Jacoby Brissett's thumb, or emergency quarterback Julian Edelman ready to play against the Buffalo Bills on Sunday. During a teleconference with Edelman and Buffalo reporters, Ryan hopped on the line and introduced
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Rex Ryan, ace reporter? Asks Pats' Edelman if he'll play QB
Add another reporter to the NFL beat: Rex Ryan. Introducing himself as ''Walt Patulski from The Buffalo News,'' the Bills coach popped in during a conference call New England Patriots receiver Julian Edelman was holding with reporters in the team's media room. Ryan asked Edelman
Los Angeles Rams vs. Arizona Cardinals Betting Odds, Analysis, NFL Pick
The Arizona Cardinals (1-2) have gotten off to a rough start in 2016 and hope to bounce back from a 33-18 road loss to the Buffalo Bills last week as 4.5-point favorites...
Cardinals dealing with injuries after loss to Bills
Punter Drew Butler sprained his ankle during the Cardinals' 33-18 loss at Buffalo on Sunday. Coach Bruce Arians said the Cardinals could opt to keep Butler active and use him only as a holder. The team may have to look for another punter before Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Rams.
Injury roundup: Alshon Jeffery to play; Watkins out
Bears wide receiver Alshon Jeffery is expected to play against the Cowboys on Sunday night while Bills wideout Sammy Watkins will not suit up against the Cardinals, according to Ian Rapoport.
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Sammy Watkins Injury: Updates on Bills Star's Foot and Return
Buffalo Bills wide receiver Sammy Watkins has suffered a setback with his injured foot that has thrown his status for Week 3 against the Arizona Cardinals into doubt. Continue for updates...
Early Pickups and Breakout Fantasy Football Candidates
We're now nearly two full weeks into the 2016 NFL season, which also means we're two weeks into another fantasy schedule. This latest week of action kicked off with a Thursday night tilt between the Buffalo Bills and the New York Jets...
Forte's three touchdowns lead Jets over Bills
The New York Jets turned the page quickly on a slow start, rebounding from a disappointing first-week loss with a 37-31 victory over the winless Buffalo Bills. Just four days after a season-opening 23-22 loss to Cincinnati, the Jets captured their first win of the season in a matchup of two AFC East
NFL OLs Kouandjio brothers become U.S. citizens
Redskins offensive lineman Arie Kouandjio, his brother, Bills offensive lineman Cyrus Kouandjio, and Orioles pitcher Ubaldo Jimenez all became U.S. citizens this week.
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Bills players take Uber to Ravens game after bus leaves them behind
Bills linebackers Jerry Hughes and Zach Brown had to find their own way to the stadium after missing the team bus on Sunday morning in Baltimore.
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Two Bills players Uber to the game in Baltimore after missing the team bus
Starters Jerry Hughes and Zach Brown both miss the bus
Richie Incognito: 'It's playoffs or bust' for Bills
Veteran guard Richie Incognito told reporters Wednesday that it's an "it's playoffs or bust." Bills coach Rex Ryan refused to acknowledge this year as make-or-break material.
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Bills vs. Ravens Betting Odds, Analysis, NFL Pick
Former teammates Tyrod Taylor and Joe Flacco meet on the gridiron for the first time this weekend when the Buffalo Bills visit the Baltimore Ravens in a Week 1 matchup at M&T Bank Stadium...
Source: Bill OT Henderson faces suspension
Bills offensive tackle Seantrel Henderson is facing a four-game NFL suspension for violating the league's substance-abuse policy, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
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AP source: Bills Henderson appealing NFL 4-game suspension
A person with direct knowledge of the situation has told The Associated Press that Buffalo Bills offensive tackle Seantrel Henderson is appealing the NFL's ruling to suspend him for four games for testing positive for marijuana. The person spoke on the condition of anonymity on Wednesday because
Seantrel Henderson Suspended: Latest Details
Buffalo Bills offensive tackle Seantrel Henderson is facing a four-game suspension for violating the league's substance abuse policy, the team announced Friday. ESPN's Adam Schefter was the first to report the news on Sept...
Seantrel Henderson Suspended: Latest Details, Comments and Reaction
Buffalo Bills offensive tackle Seantrel Henderson was suspended for the first four games of the 2016 NFL regular season Wednesday for violating the league's substance-abuse policy...
Seantrel Henderson Suspended: Latest Details
Buffalo Bills offensive tackle Seantrel Henderson is facing a four-game suspension for violating the league's substance abuse policy, the team announced Friday. ESPN's Adam Schefter was the first to report the news on Sept...
Seantrel Henderson to appeal four-game suspension
Bills OT Seantrel Henderson is suspended for the first four games of the season for violating the league's Policy and Program for Substances of Abuse, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reports.
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Bills' Williams vows to 'play smart' after injuries
Bills safety Aaron Williams is set to start in the season opener on Sunday after offseason neck surgery and a recent concussion. He says he can't think about the injuries but will play smarter.
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Brandon Tate to Bills: Latest Contract Details
The Buffalo Bills and free-agent wide receiver Brandon Tate reportedly agreed to terms on a contract Tuesday, as the Bills bolstered a receiving corps that was lacking in terms of depth...
Brandon Tate to Bills: Latest Contract Details, Comments and Reaction
The Buffalo Bills and free-agent wide receiver Brandon Tate reportedly agreed to terms on a contract Tuesday, as the Bills bolstered a receiving corps that was lacking in terms of depth...
NFL 2016: Bills coming off distraction-filled offseason
When explaining how well the Buffalo Bills handled a string of adversity this offseason, coach Rex Ryan couldn't resist acknowledging how much went wrong. ''We don't want to major in putting hurdles out there,'' Ryan said during training camp. Injuries thinned Buffalo's
Glenn Gronkowski is more tame version of his fun-loving brother Rob
Make room in the AFC East for another Gronkowski. Glenn -- or "Goose," as he's known in the family -- has made the Buffalo Bills' roster.
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Source: Bills cut projected starting LB Lawson
The Bills are releasing projected starting linebacker Manny Lawson, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
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Bills cut 21 players, including linebacker Manny Lawson
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) -- Veteran linebacker Manny Lawson and fullback Jerome Felton are among 21 players who have been released by the Buffalo Bills.
Notable cuts roundup: Manny Lawson cut by Bills
The Bills aren't a team in a position to turn down defensive help given their recent rash of injuries and suspensions, yet they have cut ties with 32-year-old outside linebacker Manny Lawson.
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6 new NFL head coaches try to lead turnarounds
New Miami Dolphins coach Adam Gase likes to talk trash to his players, and the team's performance in recent years has provided plenty of fodder. The Dolphins haven't had a winning season since Barack Obama became president. Last year they were outscored 139-65 by the rival Buffalo Bills and
Bills Gilmore out to prove he's among NFL's best cornerbacks
Stephon Gilmore remembers one of the last times he was ever pushed around on the football field. Growing up in South Carolina, the Buffalo Bills cornerback was in the 10th grade when he and the rest of the South Pointe high school defense was essentially bowled over by an opponent's run-heavy, wing-T
Bills rookie Shaq Lawson to miss first 6 weeks of season
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) -- Buffalo Bills linebacker Shaq Lawson will miss at least the first six weeks of the season after the rookie first-round draft pick was placed on the reserve/physically unable to perform list.
Mostly NFL Notes: A 2016 AFC Season Preview
AFC East New England Patriots 12-4 New York Jets 8-8 Buffalo Bills 7-9 Miami Dolphins 6-10
Bills receiver Watkins says he's set for start of season
Bills receiver Sammy Watkins doesn't need to wait two weeks to show his surgically repaired left foot is fully healed. Bursting into a wide grin, Watkins proclaimed he'd be ready if the regular season opened this weekend. ''Oh, I mean, I'd score a couple of touchdowns,''
Bills Ryan says standing for anthem pays respect to military
Buffalo Bills coach Rex Ryan believes standing for the national anthem is a way for NFL players and coaches to show respect and give thanks to members of the armed forces. Ryan says he can appreciate how some players have personal or religious beliefs that lead them to not stand for the anthem. Ryan
Hall defends hit on Bills' Gragg: NFL says go low
Redskins CB DeAngelo Hall defended the hit that knocked Bills TE Chris Gragg out for the season, saying he just tackling low as the NFL wants.
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Redskins' Kelley has roster spot, not starting job, on mind
The dominoes couldn't have fallen any better to give undrafted rookie running back Robert Kelley an opportunity to show the Washington Redskins what he could do. Starter Matt Jones and third-down back Chris Thompson were out of the Friday preseason game against the Buffalo Bills with injuries, and
Cousins finds rhythm against reserves as Redskins beat Bills
LANDOVER, Md. (AP) -- Kirk Cousins found a groove and undrafted rookie running back Robert Kelley made the most of his chance and the Washington Redskins beat the Buffalo Bills 21-16 Friday night in the third preseason game.
Ryan Kerrigan Injury: Updates on Redskins Star's Groin and Return
Washington Redskins linebacker Ryan Kerrigan was forced out against the Buffalo Bills on Friday due to a groin injury. It is uncertain when he will be ready to return to the field...
Rex Ryan has gained 30 pounds since twin brother Rob joined Bills staff
To slim down, it's salads and nature walks for the Ryan brothers in Buffalo
Injuries, suspensions plagued Bills at training camp
Ryan was explaining what Buffalo needs to improve when he was drowned out by someone on the public address system announcing a fan promotion occurring on the nearby field. By the time camp ended, Buffalo lost starting inside linebacker Reggie Ragland and backup outside linebacker IK Enemkpali to season-ending
Updates on Bills WR Marquise Goodwin's Injury
Buffalo Bills wide receiver Marquise Goodwin hit his head on the ground during Tuesday's practice and entered the NFL 's concussion protocol. Continue for updates. Goodwin's Solid Preseason Stalled Tuesday, Aug...
Updates on Bills WR Marquise Goodwin's Injury
Buffalo Bills wide receiver Marquise Goodwin hit his head on the ground during Tuesday's practice and entered the NFL 's concussion protocol. Continue for updates. Goodwin's Solid Preseason Stalled Tuesday, Aug...
Bills' Watkins likely to play Friday, Ryan says
Bills coach Rex Ryan expects wide receiver Sammy Watkins to make his preseason debut Friday against the Redskins.
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Bills receiver Marquise Goodwin sustains possible concussion
PITTSFORD, N.Y. (AP) -- Buffalo Bills receiver Marquise Goodwin is being evaluated for a possible concussion sustained during practice on Tuesday.
Bills activate Henderson after Crohn's treatment
Bills OT Seantrel Henderson was activated on Monday and he completed his first practice since undergoing two surgeries in the offseason while battling Crohn's disease.
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Karlos Williams clears waivers, becomes free agent
The Karlos Williams experiment is over in Buffalo. The Bills announced Saturday that the running back has been released. Williams cleared waivers Monday and is a free agent.
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Latest News, Rumors Surrounding Karlos Williams
Former Buffalo Bills running back Karlos Williams was released by the team following his four-game suspension, but it hasn't stopped interested teams from taking a look in free agency...
Bills' 53-man projection thin along D-line without Marcell Dareus
A look at how the Bills' roster is shaping up with two preseason games in the books.
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Giants coach Ben McAdoo not overreacting to O-Line woes
New York Giants coach Ben McAdoo isn't going to shake things up despite dismal performances in the first two preseason games, both losses. Speaking a day after dropping a 21-0 decision to the Bills in Buffalo, McAdoo said Sunday that some backups are going to get chances to show what they can do
Giants coach McAdoo: 'No' positives from loss to Bills
McAdoo has had by far his hardest week on the job so far. He didn't make much of an effort to hide it in speaking to reporters after a preseason loss to Buffalo.
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Bills overcome pregame distractions to beat Giants 21-0
Quarterback Tyrod Taylor and the ''Bad News'' Buffalo Bills overcame another series of preseason distractions to beat the New York Giants 21-0 on Saturday. Taylor zipped a 13-yard touchdown pass over the middle to LeSean McCoy to cap his fourth and final series. Backup EJ Manuel then
