As a wise man once said, “So you’re telling me there’s a chance?”
Well, actually Lloyd Christmas may not have been the sharpest tool in the shed. But the sentiment rings particularly true for the Buffalo Bills as they head into the final weeks of the 2017 regular season. With two games remaining, these Bills still have a chance of making the playoffs — which, after everything this team has endured this year, is a pretty big accomplishment in itself.
“It’s fun,” said Bills defensive tackle Kyle Williams, a member of so many other Bills teams that have been eliminated from playoff contention by now. “It’s good to get up in the morning and go and have everything that you want to accomplish in front of you and get to work.”
The Bills got to this point by taking care of business against two clearly inferior teams — which by itself may not sound all that impressive, but means something nonetheless. We’ve seen countless other Bills teams play down to their competition and come up short once the going gets tough. Wins are wins, and the Bills are still in it at 8-6 instead of wondering “What if?” at 6-8.
The win over Indianapolis will be remembered for its incredible snowstorm more than anything else. It was an unbelievable sight at New Era Field, with players tumbling into snow piles and visibility at an all-time low. We couldn’t see the opposing scoreboard from the press box. Buffalo won.
The win over Miami wasn’t all that memorable in the grand scheme of things. If anything, what stood out most was Jay Cutler turning back into Jay Cutler and tossing three interceptions Buffalo’s way. But still ... Buffalo won.
この記事は Bills Digest の December 31, 2017 版に掲載されています。
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TRACKING TRAINING CAMP
Bills Digest was there for all the big moments at training camp. Here are some observations …
‘We're constantly trying to evolve'
For more on what’s happening within Buffalo’s offense, here are some highlights from offensive coordinator Brian Daboll’s recent press conferences.
‘On the field you must flip that switch'
Here are some highlights from head coach Sean McDermott’s recent press conferences.
ALLEN GETS HISTORIC DEAL
Bills QB now under contract through 2028
Right back in the swing of things
It’s fair to say that this year’s Bills training camp looks wildly different from those of the past.
1st & Ten with STEFON DIGGS
Stefon Diggs had one of the best seasons ever by a Bills receiver in 2020, and he’s looking for an encore. Diggs was clearly amped up and ready to go as the Bills began their preparations for the new season, leading the huddle and supporting his teammates as they kicked off training camp in Orchard Park. Diggs recently touched on his goals for the upcoming season for both himself and the team in an informative discussion with members of the media. Here are the highlights from that discussion.
RUNNING BACKS: TOP AVAILABLE FREE AGENTS
Aaron Jones, Packers 5-9 • 208 pounds • 27 years old A fifth-round steal in the 2017 draft out of UTEP, Jones is equally proficient in the running and passing games. He rushed for more than 1,000 yards the last two years, and caught 49 and 47 passes, respectively. He’s also a touchdown machine with 30 TDs the last two years (25 rushing and 5 receiving). The son of two career Army officers, he’s a tough, driven player and the kind of guy players want on their team.
THE RIGHT STUFF?
Keeping two important starters is a priority as the right side of the O-line hits free agency
QUARTERBACKS: TOP AVAILABLE FREE AGENTS
Dak Prescott, Cowboys 6-2 • 235 pounds • 27 years old A solid starter who has a nice TD-INT ratio over his first five seasons (104-40), Prescott is an accurate thrower and very mobile. However, he’s coming off a compound fracture and dislocation of his right ankle, so it remains to be seen if this will impact his game moving forward.
TIGHT ENDS: TOP AVAILABLE FREE AGENTS
Hunter Henry, Chargers 6-5 • 250 pounds • 29 years old A very talented player, Henry has had issues staying healthy, unable to complete an NFL season, including missing the entire 2018 season with a torn ACL. But when healthy, he’s a terrific all-around tight end who really connected with Justin Herbert in 2020 with 60 catches. Henry is very good at finding holes in zone coverage.
