The Buffalo Bills have one of the oldest stadiums in the NFL, with current Highmark Stadium/New Era Field/Ralph Wilson Stadium/Rich Stadium debuting in 1973. Earlier this summer, news came out that the Bills were planning on building a new, open-air stadium in Orchard Park, and that the Pegulas were going to ask for the stadium to be fully funded by the taxpayers.
In today’s edition of the Bills daily links, we hear the latest on the new stadium from Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz, who is among the prominent officials involved in negotiations with the team over a new stadium. Poloncarz responded to speculation the franchise would relocate if a deal can’t be negotiated for public funds, stating “we will get a deal done. It’s just got to be a fair deal for all.”
Turning our attention to the playing field, with the first week of training camp in the books, we examine which Bills are on the rise — including edge rusher Greg Rousseau, wide receiver Isaiah McKenzie, defensive end A.J. Epenesa, and running back Matt Breida — and which Bills are on the decline — including cornerback Dane Jackson, tight end Jacob Hollister, and offensive lineman Bobby Hart.
We also get to know the newest member of Buffalo’s offensive line, Caleb Benenoch, discuss how wideout Jake Kumerow is doing his part to earn a spot on the 53-man roster, learn why neither Buffalo’s All Pro quarterback, Josh Allen, nor Bills management are concerned about hammering out a long-term contract extension before the season starts, and more!
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The latest on a new Bills stadium
Erie County’s Mark Poloncarz says new Buffalo Bills stadium must be ‘fair deal for all’ - ESPN.com
Erie County’s Mark Poloncarz responded to speculation the Buffalo Bills would relocate if a deal can’t be negotiated for public funds, saying, “We will get a deal done. It’s just got to be a fair deal for all.”
Poloncarz: No threat by Bills to leave Western New York - WGR 550
There were no threats by the Buffalo Bills to leave Western New York for another city, according to Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz, who is among the prominent officials involved in negotiations with the team over a new stadium.
Poloncarz: No ‘blank check’ from taxpayers for Buffalo Bills stadium | Local News | buffalonews.com
Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz insisted Wednesday that Bills executives haven’t threatened to move the team to another city if their financial demands are not met.
Rod Watson: Desperation is not a good negotiating stance with Bills | Local News | buffalonews.com
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Who’s on the rise and who’s on the decline after first week of camp?
Bills training camp risers and fallers: Greg Rousseau trending up, Dane Jackson trending down after first week – The Athletic
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Bills bolster o-line, sign Caleb Benenoch
Bills sign offensive lineman Caleb Benenoch | Buffalo Bills News | NFL | buffalonews.com
Benenoch, 26, was selected in the fifth round by Tampa Bay in 2016.
Bills sign offensive lineman Caleb Benenoch - WGR 550
The Buffalo Bills announced the signing of offensive lineman Caleb Benenoch on Wednesday to add some more depth to the offensive line at training camp.
Bills Sign OL Caleb Benenoch - BuffaloBills.com
The veteran played with the Patriots in 2020 after being drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the fifth round of the 2016 NFL Draft.
New Bills OL Caleb Benenoch’s path to NFL started with accidental football sign up (5 things to know) - newyorkupstate.com
The Bills signed Benenoch after working the lineman out on Tuesday.
Jake Kumerow’s path to a roster spot
After praise from Aaron Rodgers, Jake Kumerow focuses on securing Bills’ roster spot | Buffalo Bills News | NFL | buffalonews.com
Rodgers called journeyman Jake Kumerow the Packers’ “second-best wide receiver in training camp last year.” The high praise from Rodgers came at an interesting time for Kumerow, who is making a case for himself during camp with the Bills.
WR Jake Kumerow’s journey from Aaron Rodgers’ secret weapon to the do-it-all riser of Bills camp – The Athletic
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WR Jake Kumerow has tough hill to climb to make Bills final roster - Democrat & Chronicle
Aaron Rodgers loves how Kumerow plays, and if Kumerow doesn’t make Buffalo’s roster, don’t be surprised if the Packers come calling.
Neither Bills nor Josh Allen concerned about extension
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It would make sense for the Bills to work out an extension with Allen, but neither side seems concerned that it hasn’t happened yet.
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