What we learned in NFL Week 4: Contending Bills, slumping Steelers and a rookie QB shines
1 year, 2 months ago

What we learned in NFL Week 4: Contending Bills, slumping Steelers and a rookie QB shines

New York Times  

Forty minutes after one of the finest afternoons of his successful, seven-year tenure in Buffalo, Bills coach Sean McDermott sat at the postgame dais and praised his team’s preparation and performance. Here’s what we learned from the afternoon slate of games in Week 4: Josh Allen and the Bills make a statement The marquee game of the NFL’s fourth weekend featured the hottest offense in football — fresh off a historic, 70-point eruption seven days prior — and the division rival they can’t seem to beat, at least not when it matters most. The story stayed the same Sunday, serving up two stark reminders: The Dolphins still haven’t proven they can get the best of the Bills, and Buffalo absolutely, unequivocally remains a Super Bowl contender. 2 pick in April’s draft behind Bryce Young — has thrown for 1,212 yards over his first four games, second-most in league history, trailing only what the Panthers’ Cam Newton did in 2011. GO DEEPER Greenberg: Bears are 'Eberflustered' once again after another bad loss Awful Sundays for two AFC North contenders Early on, it was easy to dismiss, or even excuse, the Bengals’ bumbling start.

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Dolphins keep playoff hopes alive with 29-17 win over 49ers, who were eliminated Sunday afternoon
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16 hours, 31 minutes ago

Dolphins keep playoff hopes alive with 29-17 win over 49ers, who were eliminated Sunday afternoon

Associated Press  

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Tua Tagovailoa threw for 215 yards and a touchdown, Jason Sanders nailed five field goals, and the Miami Dolphins kept their playoff chances alive by beating the San Francisco 49ers 29-17 on Sunday. Trailing by nine early in the fourth, San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy found tight end Eric Saubert for a 2-yard score that cut …

NFL Week 16 picks against the spread: Caleb Williams will keep it close against Lions
4 days, 17 hours ago

NFL Week 16 picks against the spread: Caleb Williams will keep it close against Lions

New York Times  

I need to adopt a new mediocre-to-poor quarterback. It’s not like we’re asking Williams to win Sunday; just stay within seven points of a banged-up Detroit Lions team that everyone is betting will bounce back after losing to the Buffalo Bills. Herbert used to be able to lean on J.K. Dobbins and the run game, but he’s hurt and the …

Bills’ letdowns on defense, special teams and clock management in loss to Rams are all too familiar
1 week, 6 days ago

Bills’ letdowns on defense, special teams and clock management in loss to Rams are all too familiar

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — There’s plenty of concern and second-guessing to unpack from how the Bills unraveled on defense, special teams and clock management in their loss to the Los Angeles Rams to wonder whether it was premature labeling Buffalo as Super Bowl contenders only a week earlier. The bright side is the loss to the Rams didn’t end the …

NFL Power Rankings Week 14: Bills, Eagles peaking, plus worst-case scenarios
2 weeks, 6 days ago

NFL Power Rankings Week 14: Bills, Eagles peaking, plus worst-case scenarios

New York Times  

The Week 14 NFL Power Rankings don’t want to be a downer, but since we did best-case scenarios last week, it’s only fair to consider the worst-case scenarios for all 32 teams. Up next: vs. Carolina Panthers, Sunday, 1 p.m. Buffalo Bills Last week: 3 Sunday: Beat San Francisco 49ers 35-10 Worst-case scenario: Derrick Henry going wild in the playoffs …

Dolphins’ poor performance vs. Packers on Thanksgiving was a familiar tale
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Dolphins’ poor performance vs. Packers on Thanksgiving was a familiar tale

Associated Press  

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — The Miami Dolphins went into Thursday’s game at Green Bay hoping to change a couple of narratives: criticisms that they can’t win in the cold and that they falter against winning teams. “That’s the thing with narratives,” coach Mike McDaniel said after Miami lost 30-17 to the Packers. “In the National Football League, you learn hard …

High-scoring Bills return from their bye week to host inconsistent 49ers, losers of their past 2
3 weeks, 4 days ago

High-scoring Bills return from their bye week to host inconsistent 49ers, losers of their past 2

Associated Press  

San Francisco at Buffalo Sunday, 8:20 p.m. EST, NBC BetMGM NFL odds: Bills by 7. The 49ers are hopeful he can play Sunday.. Niners DE Nick Bosa and LT Trent Williams also could return this week after sitting out Sunday.. LG Aaron Banks, DT Jordan Elliott and WR Jacob Cowing all began the week in the concussion protocol for San …

Tagovailoa, Dolphins look to build on strong Monday night performance when they host Raiders
1 month, 1 week ago

Tagovailoa, Dolphins look to build on strong Monday night performance when they host Raiders

Associated Press  

Las Vegas at Miami Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, CBS. Dolphins player to watch QB Tua Tagovailoa passed for only 207 yards last week, but made a series of big throws down the stretch when the Dolphins needed it. Dolphins: CB Kendall Fuller will miss the game as he remains in the concussion protocol.. Miami will be without RT Austin Jackson …

Bills Dominate Dolphins in Thrilling Showdown
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Bills Dominate Dolphins in Thrilling Showdown

Associated Press  

The Buffalo Bills defeated the Miami Dolphins 30-27 in a thrilling contest at Orchard Park. Josh Allen threw three touchdown passes and ran for another, while Tyler Bass kicked a career-best 61-yard field goal with seconds left to secure the win for the Bills. The game was a back-and-forth duel between the two teams, with Miami holding a slight lead …

Bills Brace for Showdown as AFC East Battle Rages On
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Bills Brace for Showdown as AFC East Battle Rages On

Associated Press  

The Bills are enjoying a four-win edge atop the AFC East, but they face a challenge from the Miami Dolphins and the Buffalo Bills. The Dolphins are coming off two consecutive losses to the Bills, and the Bills have shown signs of establishing an attacking identity on both sides of the ball. The Bills are welcoming back Von Miller, who …

Bills Prepare to Host Rival Dolphins in Intense AFC East Showdown
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Bills Prepare to Host Rival Dolphins in Intense AFC East Showdown

Associated Press  

The Miami Dolphins are looking to bounce back from a tough 31-10 loss to the Buffalo Bills in their next game. The Bills are coming off a 13-1 record and are looking to extend their winning streak against the Dolphins. The game will be televised on CBS and has a spread of 6. The Dolphins will be without starting safety …

Buffalo Linemen Stepping Up in Crucial Victory Against Seattle
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Buffalo Linemen Stepping Up in Crucial Victory Against Seattle

Associated Press  

The Buffalo Bills showcased their physical prowess in a 31-10 victory over the Seattle Seahawks in Orchard Park. The Bills dominated the trenches, limiting the Seahawks to only 32 yards rushing and forcing three-and-outs on their first two possessions. The defense also played a dominant role, forcing two turnovers and holding the Seahawks to a mere 6-yard gain on fourth …

Bills Prepare to Return to Tennessee: Josh Allen's Challenge
2 months ago

Bills Prepare to Return to Tennessee: Josh Allen's Challenge

Associated Press  

The Buffalo Bills return home after three road games to host the Tennessee Titans in a crucial AFC East matchup. Josh Allen will be looking to lead the Bills to victory against the Titans, who are looking to bounce back from a tough loss to the Colts. The game is a rematch of the first meeting between the two teams …

Bills escape Meadowlands in mistake-filled win over Jets: ‘A lot to clean up’
2 months, 1 week ago

Bills escape Meadowlands in mistake-filled win over Jets: ‘A lot to clean up’

New York Times  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The Buffalo Bills won. “A lot to clean up,” McDermott said, “and a short week to do it.” GO DEEPER Taron Johnson, Ray Davis bright spots in Bills' win as worrisome trends emerge Lindy Ruff, the head coach of owner Terry Pegula’s other team, said Saturday of winning for the first time since returning to the …

What we learned in NFL Week 6: Bears have their guy, Cowboys shocked at home
2 months, 1 week ago

What we learned in NFL Week 6: Bears have their guy, Cowboys shocked at home

New York Times  

It was an unnerving sight: an NFL head coach disappearing into the blue medical tent on the sideline during a game, then walking to the locker room with the training staff. That means Williams has thrown for nine touchdowns in his first six starts, matching the total the Bears’ last two first-round picks at quarterback amassed across their entire first …

Dolphins snap losing streak, top sloppy Patriots in penalty-filled affair: Key takeaways
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Dolphins snap losing streak, top sloppy Patriots in penalty-filled affair: Key takeaways

New York Times  

NFL Week 5 updates: Highlights, schedule, inactives, predictions, odds and analysis The New England Patriots tried all Sunday afternoon to beat themselves, and they finally succeeded late in the fourth quarter. GO DEEPER NFL player poll: Josh Allen for MVP; Tyreek Hill, Justin Jefferson as building blocks Miami took its first lead of the 2024 season on a first-quarter field …

Dolphins look to get star playmakers more involved when they host winless Titans on Monday night
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Dolphins look to get star playmakers more involved when they host winless Titans on Monday night

Associated Press  

Tennessee at Miami Monday, 7:30 p.m. EDT, ESPN. Miami defensive tackle Calais Campbell said the team’s rushing defense so far this season “is not our standard” after the Dolphins gave up 112 rushing yards per game and 4.5 yards per carry in the first three weeks. Miami is also the worst scoring offense in the NFL through three weeks, averaging …

Bills efficiently come together in beating Dolphins despite a short week and injury to Bernard
3 months, 1 week ago

Bills efficiently come together in beating Dolphins despite a short week and injury to Bernard

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — It wasn’t simply one aspect of football that the Buffalo Bills had working for them in their latest convincing win over the AFC East rival Miami Dolphins. The Bills defense was keyed by third-year bit player Ja’Marcus Ingram, who had two interceptions — including one returned 31 yards for a touchdown in his seventh career game. …

A clearly emotional Mike McDaniel raves about how the Dolphins handled adversity in Week 1
3 months, 1 week ago

A clearly emotional Mike McDaniel raves about how the Dolphins handled adversity in Week 1

Associated Press  

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — The Miami Dolphins are 1-0. The big story in the NFL on Sunday — wide receiver Tyreek Hill placed in handcuffs and seen laying face down on a street adjacent to the stadium hours before the season opener, along with defensive lineman Calais Campbell also briefly handcuffed after he attempted to intervene — remained the big …

Pre-training camp NFL Power Rankings: Chiefs and 49ers reign, Texans and Bears on the rise
5 months ago

Pre-training camp NFL Power Rankings: Chiefs and 49ers reign, Texans and Bears on the rise

New York Times  

Read our Week 12 NFL Power Rankings The longest offseason in major professional sports will be over by the end of the week. GO DEEPER Offseason observations from all 32 NFL teams: Chiefs' rebuilt WR room, Kirk Cousins' impact Last season: 9-8, missed playoffs Entering his second season, Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson is 15th in the NFL’s MVP odds, according …

Bills have a familiar feeling, eliminated by the Chiefs in playoffs for third time in four years
11 months ago

Bills have a familiar feeling, eliminated by the Chiefs in playoffs for third time in four years

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Different season. Two years ago, it was “13 Seconds” — the amount of time it took Patrick Mahomes to drive the Chiefs for a tying field goal. “This one hurts bad.” They all hurt in Buffalo, where a team led by one of the league’s most exciting quarterbacks found new ways to come up short, this …

Bills show ability to overcome their flaws by rolling into playoff meeting against Steelers
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Bills show ability to overcome their flaws by rolling into playoff meeting against Steelers

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Let’s dispense with predictions, because enough people — Buffalo Bills fans included — already have been proven wrong by a team that has defied the odds and the eye test by earning a playoff berth, never mind the AFC’s No. All it takes for proof is the montage of national media naysayers spliced together in a …

Analysis: Bills, Cowboys were the NFL’s biggest winners in Week 18, securing the No. 2 seeds
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Analysis: Bills, Cowboys were the NFL’s biggest winners in Week 18, securing the No. 2 seeds

Associated Press  

On Football analyzes the biggest topics in the NFL from week to week. Matthew Stafford watched Carson Wentz lead the Rams to a comeback win over the 49ers to clinch the NFC’s sixth seed. Lions coach Dan Campbell said “it’s not good news ” but not as bad as it seemed when LaPorta was carted to the locker room. The …

Bills come back to top Dolphins, win AFC East behind electrifying fourth quarter
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Bills come back to top Dolphins, win AFC East behind electrifying fourth quarter

New York Times  

By Zak Keefer, Tim Graham and Joe Buscaglia The Athletic has live coverage of Chiefs vs Dolphins in the AFC wild card matchup. Buffalo entered the final quarter trailing 14-7 when a 96-yard punt return touchdown by Deonte Harty turned the game around for the Bills. Down and injured entering the fourth quarter, Harty took a punt 96 yards to …

Bills looking to clinch AFC East, playoff berth against a Dolphins team they’ve dominated recently
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Bills looking to clinch AFC East, playoff berth against a Dolphins team they’ve dominated recently

Associated Press  

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — The only thing that stands in the way of a fourth straight AFC East title for the Buffalo Bills is a Miami Dolphins team they’ve beaten nine times in their past 10 meetings. “It’s been survive and advance, win or go home.” There’s much more at stake this week than when the Bills beat Miami 48-20 …

NFL Power Rankings Week 18: Browns and Packers move up, plus a lesson from every team
11 months, 3 weeks ago

NFL Power Rankings Week 18: Browns and Packers move up, plus a lesson from every team

New York Times  

Like the rest of you, the Power Rankings are trying to make some sense of this NFL year as we head into the final week of the regular season. Up next: vs. Los Angeles Rams, Sunday, 4:25 p.m. Cleveland Browns Thursday: Beat New York Jets 37-20 The lesson: They didn’t even need Deshaun Watson The Browns would be one of …

Bills set up AFC East-deciding finale at Miami with 27-21 win over Patriots
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Bills set up AFC East-deciding finale at Miami with 27-21 win over Patriots

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — The Buffalo Bills acquired cornerback Rasul Douglas at the trade deadline to shore up a depleted defense and reverse the team’s slide in the standings. “I don’t know what we gave up to get him,” safety Micah Hyde said of the deal in which Buffalo also acquired a fifth-round draft pick by sending a third-round selection …

Surging Bills can’t ease up with Belichick’s Patriots up next, having lost to them already
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Surging Bills can’t ease up with Belichick’s Patriots up next, having lost to them already

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Forget the myriad scenarios — 14 in total — that would give the Buffalo Bills their fifth consecutive playoff berth if they beat or tie New England on Sunday. “The one thing I’ve learned in this league is to expect the unexpected,” Morse said, dismissing speculation about Belichick’s tenure ending in New England after 24 seasons. …

The Bills look like playoff contenders again. Now they have to prove it over their final 3 games
1 year ago

The Bills look like playoff contenders again. Now they have to prove it over their final 3 games

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Given up for done after consecutive losses in early November, the Buffalo Bills have their fans clambering back onto the bandwagon and checking out the latest playoff projection simulators to verify what their eyes apparently fail to see: a bona fide contender. And the team could have made it easier by not blowing late leads to …

What we learned in NFL Week 15: Beware the Ravens and Bills, trouble in Pittsburgh and more
1 year ago

What we learned in NFL Week 15: Beware the Ravens and Bills, trouble in Pittsburgh and more

New York Times  

In Orchard Park, N.Y., the Bills put the rest of the AFC on notice. Here’s all that stood out from Week 15, and an updated look at the playoff picture in the AFC and NFC: Ravens stay in front in AFC Somehow, it seems, the Ravens have flown under the radar this season, overshadowed in their own conference by Miami’s …

James Cook, Bills steamroll Cowboys to remain firmly in playoff race; Dallas still clinches berth
1 year ago

James Cook, Bills steamroll Cowboys to remain firmly in playoff race; Dallas still clinches berth

New York Times  

By Tim Graham, Jon Machota, Saad Yousuf and Joe Buscaglia The Buffalo Bills remained firmly in the playoff hunt with a 31-10 win over the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday. — Tim Graham, Bills senior writer GO DEEPER Why it feels like 2021 again for the Bills after Sunday's win over Cowboys Bills’ best win in 2023 The Bills served up …

Cowboys vs. Bills roundtable: Strengths, challenges, WR matchups and league-leading QBs
1 year ago

Cowboys vs. Bills roundtable: Strengths, challenges, WR matchups and league-leading QBs

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Cowboys vs. Bills It feels like the 1990s again. The Athletic’s Cowboys writer Jon Machota and Bills writer Joe Buscaglia break it down in this roundtable. Of course, the Bills defense will need to help slow down the high-powered Cowboys passing attack, but if they’re going to win on Sunday, Allen will likely need …

NFL Week 14 takeaways: Bills playoff bound? How far can Joe Flacco take the Browns?
1 year ago

NFL Week 14 takeaways: Bills playoff bound? How far can Joe Flacco take the Browns?

New York Times  

Cover 7 | Sunday A daily NFL destination that provides in-depth analysis of football’s biggest stories. GO DEEPER Joe Flacco's renaissance pushes Browns to win over Jaguars Meanwhile, the Baltimore Ravens survived the Los Angeles Rams in overtime to take the lead in the race for the AFC’s top seed, a half-game ahead of the Miami Dolphins, who play the …

Dolphins look to stretch winning streak to four games when they host Titans in prime time
1 year ago

Dolphins look to stretch winning streak to four games when they host Titans in prime time

Associated Press  

TENNESSEE at MIAMI Monday, 8:15 p.m. EST, ESPN OPENING LINE: Dolphins by 13 1/2, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. The Titans rookie quarterback was sacked six times against the Colts last week and will face a Dolphins defense that is tied for third in the NFL with 41 sacks this season. The Dolphins haven’t had a four-game winning streak this season.. …

Bills enter their bye week at 6-6 and stinging from a series of close calls and late-game collapses
1 year ago

Bills enter their bye week at 6-6 and stinging from a series of close calls and late-game collapses

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — It’s not one thing that has led to the Buffalo Bills’ struggles with closing out victories this season. And that leaves coach Sean McDermott using the team’s long-awaited bye week off to come up with some necessary solutions if the inconsistent Bills intend to mount a late-season playoff push. “We’re this close.” And yet, the three-time …

NFL Power Rankings Week 13: Cowboys, Steelers moving up, plus best-case scenarios
1 year ago

NFL Power Rankings Week 13: Cowboys, Steelers moving up, plus best-case scenarios

New York Times  

Read our NFL Power Rankings Week 16 The homestretch of the NFL season is upon us, and the Power Rankings are in an optimistic mood. Up next: at Green Bay Packers, Sunday, 8:20 p.m. San Francisco 49ers Thursday: Beat Seattle Seahawks 31-13 Best case: Super Bowl ring Since acquiring defensive end Chase Young at the trade deadline, the 49ers are …

What we learned in NFL Week 12: Colts, Broncos flip the AFC playoff script and more
1 year ago

What we learned in NFL Week 12: Colts, Broncos flip the AFC playoff script and more

New York Times  

A year ago at this time, the Denver Broncos were mired in a five-game losing streak. Whether the Broncos and Colts remain contenders in a crowded AFC playoff race will reveal itself over the coming weeks, but their surprising revivals this season — coupled with that of the Houston Texans, who despite a loss Sunday are 6-5 and in the …

Dolphins rout Jets in NFL’s first Black Friday game
1 year ago

Dolphins rout Jets in NFL’s first Black Friday game

LA Times  

Tyreek Hill celebrated a touchdown catch by giving the ball to his new wife in the stands, Jevon Holland returned an intercepted first-half Hail Mary pass 99 yards for a score, and the Miami Dolphins cruised past the New York Jets 34-13 in the NFL’s first game played on Black Friday. Hill’s touchdown catch was his 10th of the season, …

Inconsistent Bills have already surpassed last season’s loss total
1 year, 1 month ago

Inconsistent Bills have already surpassed last season’s loss total

Associated Press  

CINCINNATI — The Buffalo Bills entered their prime-time matchup with the Cincinnati Bengals holding an early playoff spot in the AFC. We didn’t do enough things right tonight to win.” And it cost the Bills a chance to tie the Dolphins for first place in the AFC East after Miami lost to Kansas City earlier Sunday. It was a rematch …

Tua Tagovailoa seeks sixth straight win against Bill Belichick as the Dolphins host the Patriots
1 year, 1 month ago

Tua Tagovailoa seeks sixth straight win against Bill Belichick as the Dolphins host the Patriots

Associated Press  

NEW ENGLAND at MIAMI Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, CBS BETTING LINE: Dolphins by 9 1/2, according to FanDuel SportsBook AGAINST THE SPREAD: Patriots 2-5, Dolphins 5-2. New England’s 12th-ranked passing defense held Buffalo’s Stefon Diggs to a season-low 58 yards on six catches last week. … Left tackle Trent Brown is dealing with the ankle/knee injury he sustained during the …

The AFC East-leading Dolphins still haven’t proved themselves against tough competition
1 year, 1 month ago

The AFC East-leading Dolphins still haven’t proved themselves against tough competition

Associated Press  

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — After Buffalo beat Miami nearly a month ago, Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel said it was a valuable learning experience that his young team could use against tough competition later in the season. “It’s tough when you come on the road against a really good team and you’re not able to execute the way you expected to …

NFL Week 7 takeaways: Ravens look like real contenders; Chiefs’ D swarms Chargers
1 year, 2 months ago

NFL Week 7 takeaways: Ravens look like real contenders; Chiefs’ D swarms Chargers

New York Times  

Cover 7 | Sunday A daily NFL destination that provides in-depth analysis of football’s biggest stories. This defense has been hampered by injuries the last two seasons, and the pass rush is what’s allowed opposing offenses to stick around long enough to make the Bills sweat games out. Baumgardner: The Falcons ran for 156 yards without Bijan Robinson today and …

What we learned in NFL Week 7: Will real Bills stand up? Rams, Packers frustrated
1 year, 2 months ago

What we learned in NFL Week 7: Will real Bills stand up? Rams, Packers frustrated

New York Times  

For a few seconds, Sean McVay stood and stared while the helplessness of the situation started to sink in. Here’s what else we learned from the afternoon slate of Week 7: Put the Ravens in the Super Bowl conversation After the Ravens’ 38-6 dismantling of the red-hot Lions — a team that had won four in a row and 13 …

Bills hope to sharpen their offense, add to recent success over floundering Patriots
1 year, 2 months ago

Bills hope to sharpen their offense, add to recent success over floundering Patriots

Associated Press  

— There was a time in the not too distant past when the Buffalo Bills traveled to New England looking to prove they could give the Patriots a fight at the top of the division. “I think it’s a mindset change and just knowing each and every week you can beat anybody you get on the field with.” Losers of …

Bills are a bewildering team with issues to address after nearly losing to Giants
1 year, 2 months ago

Bills are a bewildering team with issues to address after nearly losing to Giants

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — The Buffalo Bills are a bit of a bewilderment a third of the way through the season. Perhaps, some context is in order but clearly the Bills couldn’t use jet lag as an excuse for a second consecutive weekend following a 25-20 loss to Jacksonville in London in Week 5. Perhaps, it was McDermott’s way of …

What we learned in NFL Week 6: Unbeaten no more as 49ers, Eagles upset by backup QBs
1 year, 2 months ago

What we learned in NFL Week 6: Unbeaten no more as 49ers, Eagles upset by backup QBs

New York Times  

In Cleveland, the journeyman quarterback who’s been cut a staggering 11 times in his career — at one point, he was the XFL’s leading passer — outlasted the league’s newest star in an upset no one saw coming. The league’s two remaining unbeatens — the 49ers and Eagles — both suffered their first loss of the season at the hands …

The Bills are still the team to beat in the AFC East, as they showed by dominating Miami
1 year, 2 months ago

The Bills are still the team to beat in the AFC East, as they showed by dominating Miami

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — This shouldn’t come as a news bulletin, except perhaps to those who spent much of the summer and early September — after Buffalo’s season-opening prime-time dud against the New York Jets — suggesting the Bills’ window to contend was closing. After surrendering 142 yards and nine first downs on Miami’s first two possessions, Buffalo clamped down, …

Dolphins’ high-powered offense stalls in Miami’s latest letdown at Buffalo
1 year, 2 months ago

Dolphins’ high-powered offense stalls in Miami’s latest letdown at Buffalo

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — No matter how productive their offense had been coming into Buffalo, Tua Tagovailoa and the Dolphins still find themselves trying to keep pace with the Bills in the AFC East. “I think the Buffalo Bills proved why they are the team our whole division is trying to beat,” coach Mike McDaniel said. Tagovailoa noted the crowd …

Bills have little time to enjoy rout over Commanders with high-scoring Dolphins up next
1 year, 2 months ago

Bills have little time to enjoy rout over Commanders with high-scoring Dolphins up next

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Sean McDermott had little time savoring a blowout win in his 100th game as the Buffalo Bills head coach. Dominating as his defense performed in forcing five turnovers and getting nine sacks in a 37-3 victory at Washington on Sunday, McDermott was already focused on Buffalo’s next opponent: the Miami Dolphins. Through three outings, Buffalo has …

What we learned in NFL Week 3: Dolphins keep cooking, the surprising Colts, Bears are a mess
1 year, 2 months ago

What we learned in NFL Week 3: Dolphins keep cooking, the surprising Colts, Bears are a mess

New York Times  

The first time he sat down with Tua Tagovailoa, Mike McDaniel could feel his quarterback’s shaken confidence from across the desk. The Dolphins’ box score reads like a Big 12 game: 10 touchdowns, 30 first downs, 726 total yards, 70 points and four plays that went for 50 yards or more. We understand the frustration … we’re doing everything we …

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