Football News

Bills' Chandler working hard through torn ACL rehab

Thu, 23 May 2013 13:36:00 EDT

Without Scott Chandler, the tight end position is one that has a lot of unknowns for the Buffalo Bills. Might Chandler actually be able to come back from his torn ACL on time? Head inside to read the latest on his recovery!

Bills Rogers anxious for his final chance

Wed, 22 May 2013 12:15:00 EDT

Had Da’Rick Rogers not gotten in trouble with the law and kicked off of Tennessee’s team, he likely would’ve been drafted last month.

Bills' Pettine has had no words with Byrd

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:57:00 EDT

Officially through half of the total workouts scheduled for the Buffalo Bills' Organized Team Activities, franchised free safety Jairus Byrd has been nowhere to be seen around team facilities. Yet to sign his franchise tender, Byrd has been absent throughout all the voluntary workouts to this point in time. Inside for more!

Bills' Stevie Johnson gets back on the field

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:25:00 EDT

A back injury has kept the top wideout of the Buffalo Bills off the field while the majority of his teammates were acclimating themselves to the new coaching staff during Organized Team Activities. On Tuesday however, Stevie Johnson got back on the field at OTAs. Inside for more!

Transcript: Bills' Mario Williams responds to published texts

Mon, 20 May 2013 14:38:00 EDT

It surely has been an interesting past two weeks for Buffalo Bills defensive end Mario Williams and his personal life. Going through a vicious lawsuit and countersuit with his ex-fianceé, details of their text messaging conversations from November of 2012 were revealed to the public. On Monday, Williams answered questions. Head inside to see his responses in full!

Report: Bills and WR Woods agree to rookie deal

Mon, 20 May 2013 08:59:00 EDT

In their first draft with Doug Marrone as Head Coach, the Buffalo Bills are close to having their full class of 2013 signed to their initial contracts. Over the weekend, second round selection Robert Woods was the latest to come to terms on a deal. Head inside for the full story!

I think the Bills may have gotten this right

Thu, 16 May 2013 16:45:00 EDT

Ever since John Butler was sent away as the Bills GM, it’s been one poor job after another. It’s added up to one of the worst organizations in the National Football League for over 12 years. Today may have changed all that.

Bills announce Doug Whaley as GM

Thu, 16 May 2013 09:22:00 EDT

Just days removed from Buddy Nix stepping down as General Manager of the Buffalo Bills, the team has announced the man that will take over molding the roster. The Bills have officially promoted Doug Whaley, naming him the 12th GM in franchise history.

Wood and Bills have mutual interest in new deal

Wed, 15 May 2013 14:36:00 EDT

Approaching the 2013 season, the Buffalo Bills have one of the leaders on the roster due to become an unrestricted free agent once the season is over and done with. Center Eric Wood talked about his soon-to-be expiring contract on Wednesday. Head inside to read all about it!

Bills sign LB Alonso to rookie deal

Wed, 15 May 2013 15:01:00 EDT

On Wednesday, the Buffalo Bills continued to get closer to having all of their selections from the 2013 NFL Draft under contract. The team announced that they've signed second-round linebacker Kiko Alonso to his rookie deal. Inside for details!

Byrd among 10 Bills absent from OTAs

Tue, 14 May 2013 15:25:00 EDT

In their first week of Organized Team Activities of the offseason, the Buffalo Bills had nearly an 89-percent attendance rate as the team continues to adjust to life under new Head Coach Doug Marrone. Head inside to read who was not in attendance at the team's workouts!

Bills' QB competition takes shape

Tue, 14 May 2013 14:56:00 EDT

At the start of this week, the on-the-field portion of the Buffalo Bills competition for the 2013 starting quarterback position officially got underway with the beginning of Organized Team Activities at One Bills Drive. Head inside to read all about it, including quotes from EJ Manuel, Kevin Kolb, Tarvaris Jackson and Doug Marrone!

Bills claim TE Mickey Shuler

Tue, 14 May 2013 17:45:00 EDT

Perhaps feeling slim at the position, the Buffalo Bills have acquired another tight end to help shape the roster as they continue to go through Organized Team Activities. The team announced on Tuesday evening that they were awarded 26-year old tight end Mickey Shuler off waivers. Inside for details!

Nix steps down as Bills GM

Mon, 13 May 2013 12:19:00 EDT

The Buddy Nix era as the General Manager of the Buffalo Bills is over. The team officially announced on Monday that Nix would be stepping away from his role as GM of the team, and has been named a special assistant to the franchise.

Bills analytics department update

Mon, 13 May 2013 15:29:00 EDT

Now that 73-year old Buddy Nix has moved on from his three-and-a-half year stay as General Manager of the Buffalo Bills, it's fair to wonder if the promised analytics department will lift off for the team. Head inside to read what Russ Brandon said about the department after Buddy Nix announced he's stepping down!

WR Woods settling in with Bills

Sat, 11 May 2013 17:05:00 EDT

When the first round of the 2013 NFL Draft concluded, the Buffalo Bills looked at their board and saw a pair of wide receivers still out there that they were targeting for the next round of picks. The zeroed in on their target, and got their man in Robert Woods. Two days in to rookie mini-camp, head inside to read how he's adjusting so far!

Bills Manuel pleased to get started

Fri, 10 May 2013 18:58:00 EDT

Bills first round draft pick E.J. Manuel got on the field Friday for the first time as a Buffalo Bill.

Buscaglia: Thoughts from Bills rookie mini-camp

Fri, 10 May 2013 18:42:00 EDT

Let the overanalyzing begin! One day in to the Buffalo Bills' three-day rookie mini-camp, the starvation for how the newest members of the team looked is at its peak. The one very important thing to remember is that this was only one day of work -- and the first day at that. Head inside for Joe Buscaglia's thoughts from his first live look at the rookies!

Bills rookies hit the field

Fri, 10 May 2013 18:22:00 EDT

New Bills coach Doug Marrone got his first look at the players Buffalo just drafted as Bills Rookie Camp got underway.

Bills sign WR Goodwin, three other draft picks

Fri, 10 May 2013 11:55:00 EDT

With the rookie wage scale in place, there really isn't too much room for negotiations with most draft picks just being slotted in to their contracts. Like many other teams in the NFL, the Buffalo Bills are taking advantage of that by swiftly coming to terms of an agreement with the majority of their draft picks. Inside for more!

Former player suggests Bills and Byrd are $2M apart

Thu, 9 May 2013 20:54:00 EDT

All has been quiet on the Jairus Byrd front since the Buffalo Bills placed the franchise tag on him before the start of free agency in early March. Byrd has yet to sign his tender, and the Bills have been mum on where negotiations have been. Head inside to read about what one former player suggests could be holding things up!

Bills ink 7th round pick Gragg to rookie deal

Thu, 9 May 2013 21:06:00 EDT

Now two weeks removed from the 2013 NFL Draft, some teams around the league have been chipping away at signing their rookie class. On Thursday night, the Buffalo Bills came to terms with the first of their eight-player draft class. Inside for more!

Buscaglia: Bills' cap casualty candidates

Thu, 9 May 2013 15:46:00 EDT

Cap casulaties are commonplace in the National Football League each and every season. With a new coaching staff in Buffalo, who might not make the cut in Buffalo by the time the regular season rolls around? Head inside for Joe Buscaglia's thoughts on who might be on the short list!

How the Bills fit in to the new NFL: Defense

Wed, 8 May 2013 15:21:00 EDT

The same way businesses have adapted to new technologies over the past twenty years in order to survive, franchises have to stay with the times to not fall behind. However, there's a bit of a pushback within games like professional football. How are the Buffalo Bills adapting? This time around, Joe Buscaglia takes a look at the Bills from the defensive side of the ball. Inside for more!

How the Bills fit in to the new NFL: Offense

Thu, 2 May 2013 13:46:00 EDT

For all the football historians and purists out there still believing in principles from the way the NFL used to be, this column will likely infuriate you. Head inside to read Joe Buscaglia's take on how the Bills translate in to the new NFL!

CAPACCIO: 12 things I think about the Bills

Wed, 1 May 2013 01:32:00 EDT

Today is the start of May. That means Bills training camp begins in just about twelve weeks. OK, give a few days or so either way. For that, here are twelve things I'm thinking about the Bills after the draft and all the free agent signings.......

Bills trade Sheppard to Colts

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 17:58:00 EDT

The roster overhaul continued for head coach Doug Marrone and the Buffalo Bills on Monday. Looking to get faster all over the field, the Bills traded inside linebacker Kelvin Sheppard to the Indianapolis Colts. In return, the Bills received outside linebacker Jerry Hughes. Inside for details!

Bills get 16 UDFAs, cut four to make room

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 18:14:00 EDT

Just a couple of days after the 2013 NFL Draft ended, the Buffalo Bills went to work to secure some of the players that did not hear their name called throughout the seven-round selection process. Head inside to read the entire list!

CAPACCIO: Newsome nails the draft. Again!

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 10:49:00 EDT

Ravens GM Ozzie Newsome is the best in the business at finding value and talent together in the draft. And he did it again this year.

Buscaglia: Potential Bills' Day 3 targets

Sat, 27 Apr 2013 09:56:00 EDT

Through two days of the 2013 NFL Draft the Buffalo Bills have added four players to their roster, focusing almost exclusively on the offensive side of the ball. What will they do on Day 3? Head inside for Joe Buscaglia's look as to who could be available when the Bills are on the board during the final four rounds!

Buscaglia: NFL Mock Draft - Day 2

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 12:27:00 EDT

The first round of the 2013 NFL Draft has come and gone and the Buffalo Bills have found their brand new face of the franchise in E.J. Manuel. Now where do they go? WGR's Joe Buscaglia takes a look at what the Bills may do in rounds two and three. Head inside for his projections!

Breaking down EJ Manuel as a passer

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 09:17:00 EDT

After the Bills made EJ Manuel their only pick in the first round of the draft, I spent a lot of time watching film of him. Here's what I liked and what I didn't........

Buscaglia: Bills' candidates for 41 and 46

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 08:32:00 EDT

Now that the Buffalo Bills have secured not only their franchise quarterback, but an extra selection in the second round to add an impact player, Bills fans are buzzing. Who might they be looking at with those two second-round picks? WGR's Joe Buscaglia breaks it down with a comprehensive list. Head inside for more!

CAPACCIO: First Round's On Me (mock draft and Bills thoughts)

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 13:06:00 EDT

About the first round. And only the first round…..

Bills' Bradham heading for bigger role

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 17:31:00 EDT

The Buffalo Bills are expecting linebacker Nigel Bradham to grow in his second year with the team. Bradham is back to playing his original position, and thinks it could be a perfect fit. Inside for more!

Buscaglia: The Kevin Kolb question

Mon, 8 Apr 2013 17:07:00 EDT

With the Buffalo Bills' signing of Kevin Kolb, does that mean that they won't take a quarterback early in the 2013 NFL Draft? It's a loaded question, and WGR's Joe Buscaglia gives his take. Head inside to read all about it!

Buscaglia: NFL Mock Draft #3

Thu, 4 Apr 2013 15:57:00 EDT

Ladies and gentlemen, we have officially hit April. That means the NFL Draft is right around the corner, and the future of franchises will be shaped through a three-day selection process. And that day is just three weeks away. That means it's time for another look at how the draft could play out with WGR's Joe Buscaglia!

Bills draft picture is murky

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 18:24:00 EST

With the NFL draft just two months away, the picture seems to be getting fuzzier as opposed to clearer in terms of what the Bills might do with in the early rounds.

Bills off season maneuverings

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 19:14:00 EST

The Buffalo Bills have their work cut out for them this off season. Can they re-sign both jairus Byrd and Andy Levitre and still bring in outside free agents? Click here to find out how.

Bills release CB Terrence McGee

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 16:07:00 EST

The Buffalo Bills have announced they've released CB Terrence McGee.

McGee spent ten seasons in a Bills uniform recording 17 interceptions and 520 total tackles.

McGee was drafted by Bills in the fourth round (111th overall) of the 2003 NFL Draft. He played played his college football at Northwestern State.

WGR NFL Draft Podcast #1 with Joe B. & Brian

Wed, 6 Feb 2013 15:57:00 EST

With the Super Bowl in the rearview mirror, it's that time of year again: The NFL Draft has officially taken center stage. Join Joe Buscaglia and Brian Koziol as they talk about the big picture. What the Bills might target in the draft and how the Super Bowl may affect draft strategies. Inside for more!

Bills Johnson angers some with comments on workouts

Mon, 4 Feb 2013 16:18:00 EST

We like when athletes give us an honest opinion rather than give us a filtered answer in an effort to avoid a potential controversy. But sometimes that honest answer doesn't go over well, as is the case with some comments made by Bills wide receiver Stevie Johnson last Friday.

Bills Series in Toronto Renewed

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 06:33:00 EST

The Buffalo Bills series in Toronto has been renewed. The Toronto Sun reports it will be a five year deal with one regular season game a year. There will also be one exhibition game played in Toronto over the life of the five year agreement.

Senior Bowl QB's Didn't Look Good

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 11:14:00 EST

If your plan was to watch the Senior Bowl and hope to fall in love with a “Bills quarterback of the future”, I’m guessing you are still unattached. Click here to read Howard Simon's thoughts on the signal callers who were attempting to win over NFL scouts.

Bills Whaley talks QB's,WR's and LB's at Senior Bowl

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 12:17:00 EST

Bills scouts have been camped out in Mobile, Alabama this week evaluating the top senior prospects for the upcoming NFL draft. Click here to find out what Bills Assistant General Manager Doug Whaley thinks about some of the top quarterbacks, wide receivers and linebackers in the field.

College QB's Season Recap

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 16:05:00 EST

With the front office and coaching moves completed, the Buffalo Bills are now faced with the task of making their roster better for the 2013 season and addressing their top need, quarterback. Click here for a recap of how the 2012 season went for nine of the quarterbacks who will be available in the April draft.

Bills QB of future? Ryan Nassib hopes so.

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 10:58:00 EST

When Ryan Nassib takes part in the Senior Bowl activities next week, you can bet the Bills coaches and scouts will have a keen eye on the Syracuse University quarterback. Check out what Nassib had to say about the Bills during an interview on WGR.

Bills OK at DC

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 15:57:00 EST

Doug Marrone hit it out of the park with his choice for Defensive Coordinator. Click here to read why Howard Simon likes the hiring of Mike Pettine.

Bills Free Agent Rundown

Fri, 4 Jan 2013 20:28:00 EST

Once the Buffalo Bills complete their work and find a new Head Coach, the organization can move on to one of the other important tasks of the off season, deciding what to do with its own free agents. Click here for the full rundown on the free agents and who might be re-signed.

Bills Coach Choice Evokes No Emotion

Sun, 6 Jan 2013 20:40:00 EST

I’m going with ambivalent. That would be my answer to the question I am sure is on your mind. So Howard, what do you think about Doug Marrone?

Bills Interview 3 Candidates

Sat, 5 Jan 2013 07:44:00 EST

The four men searching for the next Head Coach of the Buffalo Bills had a very busy day on Friday. The Bills interviewed University of Oregon Coach Chip Kelly, former Chicago Bears Coach Lovie Smith and Syracuse University Coach Doug Marrone.

Bills Coaching Candidates

Thu, 3 Jan 2013 12:08:00 EST

If you'd like to know a little bit about the candidates to replace Chan Gailey as Head Coach of the Buffalo Bills, just click here.

Bills Interview Ray Horton

Thu, 3 Jan 2013 06:35:00 EST

The Buffalo Bills have interviewed a second candidate for their vacant head coaching job. The team's official web site has confirmed the Bills met with Arizona Cardinals Defensive Coordinator Ray Horton in Phoenix last night.

Bills: Who is Doug Whaley and is he next in line?

Tue, 1 Jan 2013 15:46:00 EST

Is Whaley next man up?

Bills Owner Ralph Wilson Gives Up Control of Franchise

Tue, 1 Jan 2013 11:07:00 EST

For the first time since he bought the franchise in 1960, Buffalo Bills owner Ralph C. Wilson junior is giving up organization control. WGR 550 has learned CEO Russ Brandon will officially be named Team President during a noon news conference today. It will be carried live on WGR.

Bills Fire Chan Gailey

Mon, 31 Dec 2012 12:36:00 EST

The Buffalo Bills announced they have fired Chan Gailey. Gailey's staff has also been let go.

An Open Letter To Ralph Wilson

Sun, 30 Dec 2012 17:50:00 EST

Dear Mr. Wilson,

Let the changes begin. The Bills meaningless 28-9 triumph over a New York Jets team that is more pathetic than they are should not impact what you need to do. Here is my advice.

Bills Year In Review

Fri, 28 Dec 2012 17:04:00 EST

Avoiding the end of season rush, Howard Simon has already put together his Bills 2012 season in review. Click here to read how a scene from the classic "A Christmas Story" pertains to the defining moment of the year.

Bills 2013 Opponents Set

Fri, 28 Dec 2012 06:37:00 EST

Regardless of the outcome of Sunday's game, the Buffalo Bills are locked in for a 4th place finish in the AFC East and their 2013 opponents are all set.

Even if the 5-10 Bills beat the 6-9 New York Jets at Ralph Wilson Stadium, the Bills will lose out on the 3rd tiebreaker. The two teams will have split their 2 head to head matchups(tie breaker #1) and

Bills QB Of The Future?

Wed, 26 Dec 2012 09:12:00 EST

As the Buffalo Bills get down to the business of finding their quarterback of the future, among other things, you can bet they’ll be spending a lot of time talking about Mike Glennon from North Carolina State.

Bills In Giving Mood For Christmas

Sun, 23 Dec 2012 20:17:00 EST

Another game, another loss. The Bills are indeed "staying the course" but in this case the course is losing football games. Click here to read Howard Simon's thoughts on the 24-10 setback in Miami.

Bills' only have two not practicing

Fri, 21 Dec 2012 11:32:00 EST

Only two of the BIlls aren't practicing on Friday.

Bills Shouldn't Stay The Course

Thu, 20 Dec 2012 18:25:00 EST

When I drive to Ralph Wilson Stadium for the season finale on December 30th, I’m half expecting to see the phrase “Stay The Course” in big, bold letters on the back of the Jumbotron. That would be a serious mistake.

Bills' McKelvin done for season

Thu, 20 Dec 2012 14:29:00 EST

In what many consider to be his best campaign since his rookie season, Buffalo Bills cornerback Leodis McKelvin won't have the chance to see it all the way through. Head inside for details!

Bills Wood Rips Toronto Series

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 09:50:00 EST

Just days after the Bills were embarrassed in their annual game in Toronto, one Bills player has ripped the concept of the series continuing.

“I think that Toronto series has turned into pretty much a joke,” Wood said.

Bills Gailey "I thought we'd turned the corner"

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 10:53:00 EST

During his weekly segment on WGR, Bills Head Coach Chan Gailey was asked if he felt he had lost the team. Click here to read what he said and listen to the entire interview.

Buscaglia: 5 things to watch for during Bills - Seahawks

Fri, 14 Dec 2012 18:09:00 EST

The Buffalo Bills and Seattle Seahawks will face off against one another on Sunday in a Week 15 matchup. Head inside to read Joe Buscaglia's preview and prediction of the game!

Bills 2012: Where did it go wrong?

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 21:55:00 EST

We were supposed to be talking about the wildcard playoff race right now and not the 2013 draft or whether or not the Bills should make a coaching change for the 5th time in 13 years.

But the 2012 season will likely go down in the record books as the 13th consecutive non-playoff year and perhaps the most disappointing season over that long stretch.

What happened?

Bills Have Another Dark Day

Sun, 9 Dec 2012 17:55:00 EST

Its games like this that make me wonder. Will the Bills ever have another winning season? Will they ever make the playoffs again? Will they ever get a quarterback who wins a game like this rather than lose it? Will they ever have a competent Head Coach again?

Bills Are Better Despite Record

Thu, 6 Dec 2012 20:08:00 EST

Despite the fact the Bills 5-7 record is exactly what it was after 12 games last season, Howard Simon thinks the team is better. Click here to find out why.

WHITE: Eye in the Sky - Bills hit deep ball - Can it change their game?

Wed, 5 Dec 2012 14:10:00 EST

The Buffalo Bills offense has lacked a vertical passing game all season. In this week's All-22 breakdown I'll show you the play that Ryan Fitzpatrick hit against the Jags, and just how much the threat of the long ball means to an offense. We'll take a look at RG3 and his success.

WHITE: Eye in the Sky - Bills hit deep ball - Can it change their game?

Wed, 5 Dec 2012 14:10:00 EST

Bills Go Ground and Pound?

Sun, 2 Dec 2012 17:31:00 EST

Don't read too much into the Buffalo Bills 34-18 triumph over the Jacksonville Jaguars before 53,971 rain soaked fans at Ralph Wilson Stadium on Sunday. The Bills did exactly what they should have done. They beat a really bad football team.

CAPACCIO: Football Friday Flurry Week 13

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 11:12:00 EST

The Best NFL Human Fan Mascots.

Nick vs. Richt.

Charlie's last stand.

Jaguars/Bills preview and pick.

Bills GM Nix tight lipped on Gailey

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 11:06:00 EST

As the Bills head towards what appears to be a 13th consecutive non-playoff season, the heat intensifies for General Manager Buddy Nix, Head Coach Chan Gailey and Quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick. During his weekly segment with the WGR Morning Show, Nix was tight lipped and suggested he would end the interview during repeated questioning about Gailey.

Bills QB Watch: Aaron Murray

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 11:18:00 EST

If you're busy scouting the collegiate ranks for the Buffalo Bills quarterback of the future, make sure you check out the SEC Championship game on Saturday. Click here to read what Howard Simon thinks of Georgia QB Aaron Murray.

Bills Mutiny on Offense?

Mon, 26 Nov 2012 11:01:00 EST

When it appears all hope for a particular season is lost, some times dirty laundry gets aired in public. It appears some of the Bills dirty laundry was put on display after Sunday’s 20-13 loss to the Indianapolis Colts.

Bills Make Me Want To Shout(obscenities)

Sun, 25 Nov 2012 19:50:00 EST

End scene. It isn't official but for all intents and purposes, we can kiss the 2012 Buffalo Bills season goodbye. Good riddance too!

Bills Defense Improving

Fri, 23 Nov 2012 22:56:00 EST

If the Buffalo Bills are going to make a push for one of the two AFC wild card spots over the final six games of the season, a defense that has received a near total make over during the Buddy Nix/Chan Gailey regime must come through.

CAPACCIO: Football Friday Flurry Week 12

Fri, 23 Nov 2012 08:14:00 EST

The "CJ Chant!"

Rivalry weekend in college football.

NFL Watch List.

Bills at Colts preview and pick.

Looking for Bills QB of the Future

Thu, 22 Nov 2012 07:41:00 EST

Do you remember the line from that classic movie "Airplane" where Lloyd Bridges character says "looks like I picked a bad week to stop sniffing glue"? I thought about that as I continued my examination of quarterbacks who could be in the 2013 draft. Looks like I picked a bad week to watch Tyler Bray from Tennessee.

Bills Playoff Chances: Cue Jim Mora

Mon, 19 Nov 2012 05:42:00 EST

So, Bills Nation, do you think the Bills can make a push for the playoffs? Where's Jim Mora when you need him. Playoffs! Playoffs?

HAMILTON: This has to be desperation the whole way

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 22:21:00 EST

Only three teams since the current playoff format came in to being have been 3-and-6 and made the playoffs. Can the Bills make it four?

CAPACCIO: Football THURSDAY Flurry Week 11

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 09:08:00 EST

PRIMETIME!

One strong Duck.

Passing of the QB torch in the AFC?

Dolphins/Bills preview and pick......

WHITE: Eye in the Sky - The Blame Game

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 15:09:00 EST

Ryan Fitzpatrick's interception to end the game in New England had plenty of people knee-jerking to blame the QB. The pick really isn't on Fitz. It's not just lip service from the team - check the tape.

Scouting College Quarterbacks

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 11:55:00 EST

Now that Buffalo Bills General Manager Buddy Nix has promised to address the quarterback of the future, who are the best players that will be available in next April’s draft? Click here to find out the opinions from Rob Rang of NFLDraftScout.com/CBSSports.com.

Bills Defense Fails Yet Again

Sun, 11 Nov 2012 21:26:00 EST

For the second time in the last three games, the Bills offense put more than 30 points up on the scoreboard. For the second time in three games it wasn't good enough to bail out a woeful defense. Click here to read Howard Simon's thoughts on the Bills loss at New England.

Bills GM wants QB of future in next draft

Fri, 9 Nov 2012 10:52:00 EST

Last week Bills General Manager Buddy Nix told WGR he didn’t want to leave the job without a franchise quarterback for the future in place. On Friday, Nix was much more specific about a time frame for that plan, the very next draft.

Bills: Give Spiller The Ball, Please!!!!

Thu, 8 Nov 2012 19:30:00 EST

Its time for C.J. Spiller to do his best Keyshawn Johnson immitation and tell Chan Gailey to "just give him the damn ball".

CAPACCIO: Football Friday Flurry Week 10

Fri, 9 Nov 2012 10:34:00 EST

Chan, meet CJ. CJ, meet Chan.

A rocking Dome again?

Johnny Football.

Bills at Patriots preview and pick....

HAMILTON: Moral victories aren't impressive

Sun, 4 Nov 2012 19:45:00 EST

Just because the Bills hung with the team that has the best record in the AFC doesn’t put me in the mood to praise them.

SIMON: Bills Ignore Their Strength

Sun, 4 Nov 2012 19:31:00 EST

Whenever Bills Head Coach Chan Gailey is asked about the rotation at running back, he always talks about how important it is to have two backs these days and how he doesn’t want to wear one guy out with too much work. Gailey didn't wear out either back in Sunday's loss at Houston.

CAPACCIO: Hot Reads: Bills/Texans

Mon, 5 Nov 2012 08:58:00 EST

Passing game issues.

CJ/Fred not getting carries

Rookie regression?

Buscaglia: 5 things to watch for during Bills - Texans

Sat, 3 Nov 2012 13:19:00 EDT

It's seemed like an eternity since the Buffalo Bills were last on the field. Following the way they lost to the Tennessee Titans, however, it may be a blessing in disguise to have that much time to get back to basics and focus on an incredible challenge. Head inside for Joe Buscaglia's game preview!

Bills GM Buddy Nix won't leave without franchise QB in place

Fri, 2 Nov 2012 10:05:00 EDT

We don't know how much longer Buddy Nix will be the General Manager of the Buffalo Bills but we do know what is on his list of things to do. Find a franchise quarterback. Nix publicly admitted that for the first time during his weekly segment on WGR.

Bills Dave Wannstedt on defense:We'll Live and Die with Front 4"

Fri, 2 Nov 2012 06:28:00 EDT

Bills Defensive Coordinator Dave Wannstedt spent the bye week doing some self scouting. Everything was up for review, from personnel to scheme. Click here and listen to what Wannstedt had to say about his beleaguered defense during the John Murphy Show.

CAPACCIO: Football Friday Flurry Week 9

Fri, 2 Nov 2012 00:54:00 EDT

The changing NFL - how championship teams win.

A re-re-match in Baton Rouge and Duke....football....what?!

Vick's last stand?

Bills at Texans preview and pick, and more.....

Russ Brandon: Lease Deal Not Imminent

Wed, 31 Oct 2012 09:11:00 EDT

According to a published report, a new lease deal for the Buffalo Bills is imminent but Bills CEO Russ Brandon told WGR that isn't the case.

Ware on Mario: He Just Disappears

Tue, 30 Oct 2012 13:29:00 EDT

Heisman Trophy winner and current Houston Texans radio analyst Andre Ware shared his opinions on Mario Williams with WGR on Tuesday. Click here to read what he had to say and to listen to the entire interview.

Polian Seeking NFL Job

Mon, 29 Oct 2012 07:09:00 EDT

The Buffalo Bills are one of a number of NFL teams where major changes could be looming according to a report at CBSSPORTS.com.

Williams Surgery Surprises Bills

Mon, 29 Oct 2012 07:01:00 EDT

The Bills were apparently caught by surprise when Mario Williams had a procedure on his injured wrist last week.

Simon: Gailey Making Me Wonder

Sun, 28 Oct 2012 12:01:00 EDT

Amidst the optimism and high expectations as Bills training camp opened back in July, players were wearing T-shirts with a picture of Head Coach Chan Gailey on it. Under Gailey’s face was the phrase “YES WE CHAN”. Whether Gailey can do it is now a key question.

CAPACCIO: Fitz and the deep ball: What the numbers say

Thu, 25 Oct 2012 23:49:00 EDT

We all know one of the problems that plagues the Bills consistency on offense is the inability for Ryan Fitzpatrick to hit the deep ball.

Here is the average of the length of each of Fitz's passes traveled, as well as a comparison to the rest of the NFL.

Bills' Kelsay, "Not everybody was playing hard every snap"

Mon, 22 Oct 2012 16:54:00 EDT

Many have seen it, but one of the Bills is willing to come out and say it. Chris Kelsay was in the film room Monday morning and he was furious with what he saw.

SIMON: Stomach Turning Defense

Sun, 21 Oct 2012 18:28:00 EDT

In attendance to help honor Bill Polian, Bruce Smith and Darryl Talley had to be physically ill watching the 2012 version of the Bills defense get gashed yet again. Click here to read Howard Simon's thoughts on another dud from Dave Wannstedt's group.

CAPACCIO: Hot Reads: Bills/Titans

Mon, 22 Oct 2012 09:45:00 EDT

Better players, worse results:

390 yards. 197 yards rushing. 64% 3rd down conversions. The awful numbers continue for the Bills defense. The defense isn't just bad right now - it's historically bad. There haven't been many, if any, Bills defenses to ever give up yards, points, and rushing yards at the pace this group is. In fact, there

SIMON: Bills-Titans Preview

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 19:31:00 EDT

I had to dust off the old time football handbook for this week's preview. Its time to talk about run and stop the run for Sunday's matchup between the 3-3 Buffalo Bills and 2-4 Tennessee Titans at a sold out Ralph Wilson Stadium.

CAPACCIO: Football Friday Flurry Week 7

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 09:39:00 EDT

Fitz and the deep ball, by the numbers.

CJ vs. CJ.

The return of Spurrier.

Bills/Titans preview and pick, and much more....

WHITE: Eye in the Sky - Week 6 - Spiller-time

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 21:13:00 EDT

The Buffalo Bills have two very good, maybe great, running backs on their roster. Head Coach Chan Gailey admits it can be a bit difficult figuring out how to get them both the football. Factor in that Fred Jackson might not be 100% healthy, and what we see on film, and the conclusion is clear. CJ Spiller should start.

Monday Night Recap - Turf Monster gets Decker

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 07:08:00 EDT

The Denver Broncos staged a historic comeback on Monday Night Football. Down 24-0, Peyton Manning led a 2nd half charge that saw the Broncos score the game's final 35 points. The highlight of the night though belongs to Eric Decker. Actually, make that the lowlight.

Merriman A Bill Again

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 16:57:00 EDT

Pass rusher Shawne Merriman has signed a new deal with the Bills. Details inside.

SIMON: Angered by a Win

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 10:49:00 EDT

A strange thing happened on Sunday, moments after Rian Lindell’s field goal gave the Bills an overtime victory against the Arizona Cardinals. I was angry with the Bills. I don’t ever recall feeling that way after a win. I’ve been there many times after a loss but never after a win.

CAPACCIO: Hot Reads: Bills/Cardinals

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 09:47:00 EDT

Fitz regression.
Chan play-calling.
Joe D's group.

Sal's Hot Reads from Bills at Cards....

College Football Recaps: Week 7

Sun, 14 Oct 2012 00:44:00 EDT

It was an exciting weekend at the college level. Click inside to get a recap of all of Saturdays games!

SIMON:Bills-Cards Preview

Thu, 11 Oct 2012 19:30:00 EDT

Its a matchup of two teams that both believe they can get a confidence building win thanks to their opponent on Sunday. Click here to read Howard Simon's thoughts on the Bills-Cardinals matchup.

HAMILTON: A must win in October

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 01:51:00 EDT

The good thing for the Bills is they were not in town to hear how disgusted fans are with the football team after blowout losses to San Francisco, New England and the Jets.

CAPACCIO: Football Friday Flurry Week 6

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 01:31:00 EDT

Trent Edwards exorcism.

Touchdown Jesus vs. a tree.

NFC Championship Game redux.

Bills at Cards preview and pick.

WHITE: Eye in the Sky - Week 5 - Just a few plays, right?

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 15:23:00 EDT

Through the first few breakdowns we’ve taken a look at Mario Williams, Cordy Glenn, Tom Brady and Ryan Fitzpatrick. We’re going big picture this time. How in the world can a team lose by 42 points and still have had it’s chances to compete in a game? Turns out it’s just a few plays...

SIMON:Bills QB of the Future?

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 12:31:00 EDT

Its that time of the year again for Bills fans. Time to pay close attention to the top college quarterbacks in the nation each weekend so you can have an opinion on who the Bills should draft come April. Read what Howard Simon thinks about Geno Smith after watching the West Virginia quarterback in last Saturdays win over Texas.

Social Stevie - Johnson tweets frustrations and goals

Tue, 9 Oct 2012 08:04:00 EDT

Some Bills fans are looking for some more passion from players on the team. Last night, via his twitter account, Stevie Johnson let out some of his frustrations. Click here to see Stevie's tweets.

CAPACCIO: Hot Reads: Bills/49ers

Mon, 8 Oct 2012 09:39:00 EDT

My Hot Reads from the Bills blowout loss in San Francisco Sunday.....

SIMON: Rock Bottom for Bills...Again

Sun, 7 Oct 2012 21:33:00 EDT

I was struggling while trying to figure out how to start this column and I thought taking the dog out for a walk and getting some fresh air might help get the writing juices flowing.

As I passed my wife on the way out of the house, she looked at me and said “This team will be the death of you. You look old.” It was that kind of day.

SIMON: Rush to Judgment on Defense?

Thu, 4 Oct 2012 17:52:00 EDT

So much for a honeymoon. One quarter of the way into his first season as Defensive Coordinator for the Buffalo Bills, Dave Wannstedt is already taking shots from fans. Read what Howard Simon has to say about Wannstedt and the performance of the defense through a 2-2 start.

CAPACCIO: Football Friday Flurry Week 5

Fri, 5 Oct 2012 09:40:00 EDT

Bills-49ers preview.

Back to the future with Brady vs. Manning.

Catholics vs. Convicts renewed.

Another week to watch Geno, and more.....

WHITE: Eye in the Sky Week 4 - Closing The Gap

Tue, 2 Oct 2012 15:26:00 EDT

The story of the Bills-Patriots game in Week 4 was New England’s running attack. 247 yards on the ground paved the way for the Patriots in the second half and showcased yet again how many ways a great QB changes the game. WGR’s Jeremy White brings you the Week 4 breakdown.

Bills' Gailey squarely behind Wannstedt

Mon, 1 Oct 2012 18:39:00 EDT

I know it’s unbelievable, but some are calling for Bills Defensive Coordinator Dave Wannstedt’s head after just four games. It may come to that, but is four games enough of a sample?

CAPACCIO: Hot Reads: Bills/Patriots

Mon, 1 Oct 2012 09:23:00 EDT

Here are my Hot Reads for the Bills big collapse and loss to the Patriots.....

Groundhog Day: This game was far too similar to so many Patriots games over the recent past. It was supposed to be different. But just like we've seen over and over and over again.....

SIMON: Bills Humbled by Pats

Sun, 30 Sep 2012 17:39:00 EDT

And you thought the season opening loss to the New York Jets was deflating? The Bills and their fans suffered through a complete meltdown in the second half as the New England Patriots made a statement to the supposedly up and coming Bills. Read Howard Simon's thoughts on the game.

College Football Recap: Week 5

Sun, 30 Sep 2012 08:58:00 EDT

Recap of all the big games from Week 5.

SIMON: Playing With The Big Boys

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 15:11:00 EDT

Wins the last two weeks by the Buffalo Bills have calmed the collective nerves of Bills nation. Nerves that were frayed by the opening day shellacking at the hands of the New York Jets.

But now its time to find out if the 2012 Bills can play with the big boys. Sunday’s game with AFC East kingpin New England kicks off the toughest part of the schedule.

SIMON: Playing With The Big Boys

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 15:11:00 EDT

CAPACCIO: Football Friday Flurry Week 4

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 02:14:00 EDT

Re-living, and sharing, the win over New England last season.

Brees on the verge of another record.

Who is Geno Smith and why should you watch him play?

Patriots/Bills preview and pick, and more.....

CAPACCIO: How to Attack the Patriots Defense - what the numbers say

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 09:51:00 EDT

Earlier this week, I laid out the Bills running game stats and how much success they have had through three games running behind each specific player along the line.

Now, let's examine exactly how - and where - the Bills may have success attacking the New England Patriots defense Sunday. But also how and where they may want to avoid the defending AFC

WHITE: Beating Brady

Wed, 26 Sep 2012 14:06:00 EDT

Tom Brady is, without a doubt, one of the best QBs in the history of the NFL. Some might suggest that he's showing signs of slowing down? WGR’s Jeremy White takes a look from Eye In The Sky.

Report: NFL and Refs Close to Agreement

Wed, 26 Sep 2012 12:30:00 EDT

According to a Washngton Post report, the NFL is close to an agreement with their locked out officials. Mark Maske says that there was enough progress made in negotiations between the two sides Tuesday night that a deal could be in place as early as next week, barring any major setbacks. ESPN's Chris Mortensen says that a return to work by the weekend is a possibility.

ICYMI: Golden Tate's TD

Tue, 25 Sep 2012 10:31:00 EDT

Replacement officials in the NFL have been part of the fabric of the season through three weeks. Monday night in Seattle, they played an integral role in what is now their defining call to this point in the season.

CAPACCIO: Digging deeper into Bills OLine numbers

Mon, 24 Sep 2012 14:07:00 EDT

Through three weeks (before Monday night's Packers/Seahawks game), the Buffalo Bills offense is ranked 3rd in the NFL in rushing yards per game with 178.0. Here's a closer look at exactly where and how well they are running behind each position across the offensive line......

CAPACCIO: Hot Reads: Bills/Browns

Mon, 24 Sep 2012 01:52:00 EDT

Some Hot Reads from the big Bills win over the Browns in Cleveland Sunday.....

CJ’s impact: more than meets the eye: We all know and understand how much the Bills will miss CJ Spiller for whatever length of time he may be out. Losing him hurts the running game, of course, but also the passing game. But the one area Spiller’s absence really showed up after he

SIMON: Bills Gut One Out

Sun, 23 Sep 2012 20:49:00 EDT

The Bills were faced with adversity on the way to snapping an eight game road losing streak. Despite losing dynamic running back C.J. Spiller, the Bills prevailed. Click here to read Howard Simon's thoughts on the game.

Bills down the Browns 24-14

Sun, 23 Sep 2012 06:54:00 EDT

The Buffalo Billls defeated the Cleveland Browns 24-14 for their second win of the season, and, ending a road losing streak.

SIMON: Time For Old School Football

Fri, 21 Sep 2012 18:50:00 EDT

Different week. Different opponent. But it’s the same story for the Buffalo Bills. As was the case against the Kansas City Chiefs in week two, the Bills face their second must win game of the young season in week three at Cleveland.

Time Warner Cable to carry NFL Network

Fri, 21 Sep 2012 15:06:00 EDT

At long last it looks like Buffalo football fans will be able to watch NFL Network games on cable. Time Warner has agreed to carry NFL Network. More details inside.

CAPACCIO: Football Friday Flurry Week 3

Fri, 21 Sep 2012 01:24:00 EDT

Buffalo. Cleveland. Heartbreak cities.

Why the Bills love Eric Woods' butt.

Nine players from one high school in the NFL right now!

College games to see this weekend.

Bills at Browns preview and pick!

SIMON: Thank You Bills

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 10:51:00 EDT

Bills fans are dealing with plenty of anxiety these days. One thing you don't have to worry about is more regular season games in Toronto and fewer in Orchard Park. Click here to read and to hear what Bills CEO Russ Brandon told WGR about the upcoming renewal of the Bills in Toronto series.

WHITE: Eye in the Sky - Week 2 - Cordy's Big Day

Tue, 18 Sep 2012 13:37:00 EDT

Two games into the season there are few things that you can say with conviction about any NFL team. It would seem safe to say at least one thing of the Buffalo Bills; they have a very good front five. Jeremy White takes a closer look at Cordy Glenn.

CAPACCIO: Hot Reads from Bills/Chiefs

Mon, 17 Sep 2012 08:30:00 EDT

It wasn’t just a complete turnaround from the Jets game, it was basically a mirror image in many ways for the Bills – except, of course, they were on the positive side throughout the day and on the scoreboard.....

Bills-Chiefs Sunday AM Injury Report

Sun, 16 Sep 2012 06:34:00 EDT

With just hours to go until the home opener, head inside for the Sunday morning injury updates from both the Bills and Chiefs.

CAPACCIO: Football Friday Flurry Week 2

Fri, 14 Sep 2012 01:21:00 EDT

Why I'm sick of Brian Moorman.....kind of.

The colleges with the most NFL players on week one rosters.

What Sir Mix A-Lot and Batman have in common with Jack Nicholson.

Oh, and of course, Chiefs at Bills preview and pick!

SIMON: Top College QB's To Watch

Thu, 13 Sep 2012 21:38:00 EDT

Why wait till the last minute. The way Ryan Fitzpatrick played in the season opener, I'm thinking we'll be talking about the best quarterbacks in college this season and who the Bills can draft next April. Click here to read up on some of the guys you can scout.

WHITE: Eye in the Sky Week 1 - Mario's Debut

Tue, 11 Sep 2012 22:46:00 EDT

Buffalo Bills DE Mario Williams didn’t make much of an impact in his first outing with the team. Williams was credited with 1 tackle and failed to get close to a single sack but it’s not entirely on him. The All-22 shows us a Jets team with a good gameplan. WGR's Jeremy White takes a deeper look...

WHITE: Eye in the Sky Week 1 - Mario's Debut

Tue, 11 Sep 2012 22:46:00 EDT

Bills Gailey confirms Nelson out for the season

Mon, 10 Sep 2012 16:00:00 EDT

Chan Gailey also said that the wrist injury Mario Williams suffered some time this season still bothers him.

Bulldog: Ugly

Mon, 10 Sep 2012 08:40:00 EDT

The piece I wrote for the website on Friday was titled sweet relief. Whoops. There was no relief provided on Sunday as the Bills opened the 2012 season by getting curb stomped at Met Life Stadium by the team most observers agree they need to be better than.

CAPACCIO: Hot Reads: Bills/Jets

Mon, 10 Sep 2012 02:14:00 EDT

The title of this blog this week should be “I’m-HOT-over-what-I-saw-in-New-Jersey-READS!” ......

Where’s TJ?
I understand the theory behind not activating TJ Graham, but it backfired. My best guest as to why he was not on the active roster (since we haven’t heard Chan Gailey’s reasoning as of yet and may not) is Gailey figured the Jets

SIMON: I Feel Like Charlie Brown

Mon, 10 Sep 2012 05:43:00 EDT

Now I know how Charlie Brown felt. Actually there were two Charlie Brown feelings I had while watching the Bills destruction at the hands of the New York Jets.

GAMEDAY: Bills Open Season At Jets

Mon, 10 Sep 2012 05:46:00 EDT

The Bills are kicking off the 2012 season in New Jersey against the Jets. Despite being limited in practice with a sore groin, Stevie Johnson is active for Buffalo. Rookie wideout TJ Graham was a surprising addition to the Bills' inactive list.

Check back throughout the game for updates.

REPORT: Players Win "Bounty Gate" Appeal

Fri, 7 Sep 2012 15:47:00 EDT

Jim Trotter of Sports Illustrated reports that current and former Saints players who were suspended in the wake of the "Bounty Gate" scandal have won their appeals. Head inside for the details.

CAPACCIO: Football Friday Flurry Week 1

Fri, 7 Sep 2012 10:06:00 EDT

Bills at Jets preview and pick.
Who is Taylor Martinez and why should you care?
Are Greg McElroy and Jason Garrett really the same person?
Fireman Ed is sad.

Take a walk into Sal's Football Friday Flurry.......

CAPACCIO: NFL Season Predictions!

Mon, 3 Sep 2012 21:20:00 EDT

Here are my picks for the 2012 NFL season. Division winners, wild card teams, and award winners………

CAPACCIO: Hot Reads from Bills/Lions

Fri, 31 Aug 2012 13:20:00 EDT

By the time you read this, the Bills may very well have trimmed their roster to the final 53 players they’ll go into the regular season with. So, for this week's Hot Reads, I’ll focus less on players who may or not make the team and more on the overall picture of what I saw Thursday night in Detroit…..

Linebacker Catch-22:
I’ve said and written it

CAPACCIO: AFC Better or Worse

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 13:04:00 EDT

Over the past two weeks on Sports Talk Saturday (11am-2pm Saturdays on WGR) I went through every team in the NFL and said if their record will be “Better or Worse” this season than last. In case you missed it – which you shouldn’t because you should always be listening to the show! – here they are again for you. But, this time, I added one sentence for

CAPACCIO: NFC Better or Worse

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 12:49:00 EDT

CAPACCIO: Hot Reads from Bills/Steelers

Sun, 26 Aug 2012 10:35:00 EDT

Some impressions taken away from the Bills 38-7 loss to Pittsburgh Saturday night:

Linebacker Good, Linebacker Bad:
I’ve been concerned with the linebackers for a few weeks now. Mostly concerned about their ability, as a group, to stop the run. With the aggressive defensive line the Bills now have, those backers will be asked to plug more holes and make more 1-on-1

CAPACCIO: Hot Reads from Bills/Redskins

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 11:47:00 EDT

Like Ryan Fitzpatrick going no-huddle and throwing on the first fifteen plays from scrimmage, here are some quick Hot Reads from Thursday night’s preseason opener.

One note. Please add the words, “Even though it’s preseason” before each of these Reads. Because, inevitably this time of year, the discussion turns to a debate over what preseason means

Schumer calls press conference

Wed, 8 Aug 2012 07:49:00 EDT

US Senator Charles Schumer has called for a 2:15 press conference at Ralph Wilson Stadium. A release from Schumer's office says he will "launch his plan to keep the Bills in Buffalo for the long term". WKBW reports the press conference has to do with negotiations on a new lease. Stay tuned to WGR for the latest.

CAPACCIO: Five Non-Bills NFL Storylines as Camps Open

Mon, 23 Jul 2012 01:05:00 EDT

Here are five non-Bills storylines I’ll be really interested in and paying attention to as training camps around the league open this week. As each camp unfolds, new stories and interests will develop. But as camps open and before teams actually hit the field for a preseason game, here are five places I’ll be looking towards with interest and

The Saints Sign Drew Brees

Fri, 13 Jul 2012 14:06:00 EDT

One of the best quarterbacks in the NFL will not be leaving New Orleans. The Saints signed QB Drew Brees to a 5-year, $100 million deal. ESPN reports that contract contains $60 million in guaranteed money and Brees' 2012 season will pay him $40 million.

SIMON: No Beast Mode, Just Beast

Mon, 9 Jul 2012 11:32:00 EDT

It wasn’t too long ago the Buffalo Bills had a player who used to refer to his playing style as “beast mode.” Now they have a player who will be a beast to handle this season.

College Football Playoff to Begin in 2014

Wed, 27 Jun 2012 11:12:00 EDT

A presidential oversight committee a four-team playoff for college football beginning with the 2014 season and continuing through 2025. The four teams will be chosen by a selection committee, the semifinals will be held at current bowl sites and the national championship game will be awarded to the highest bidding city.

The group of presidents also endorsed a rotation of the

Stevie sets sights high

Fri, 1 Jun 2012 10:09:00 EDT

The Buffalo Bills might have something this season that they didn't in 2011, a healthy Stevie Johnson. Johnson's offseason groin surgery was a procedure to repair an injury suffered in training camp last season. He played through the injury, waited for it to heal, and finally decided to go under the knife. Hear what it all means, here.