Led by All-Pro quarterback Josh Allen, All-Pro wide receivers Stefon Diggs and Cole Beasley, talented veterans Emmanuel Sanders and Isaiah McKenzie and up-and-comer Gabriel Davis, the Buffalo Bills should once again boast one of the NFL’s top passing attacks in 2021.
But in today’s edition of the Bills daily links, we examine how another wide receiver, Jake Kumerow, is using training camp to not only stake his claim to a spot on the 53-man roster, but also make a play for a prominent role in the passing game this year.
We also reveal what we’ve learned about this year’s Bills team after their first six training camp practices, hear how linebacker Tremaine Edmunds put on a show during Day 7 of training camp, hear from wide receiver/returner Isaiah McKenzie on why he is in line for a larger role this year, discuss how the Bills are banking on more consistency from their special teams in 2021, and much more!
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Jake Kumerow continues to impress at camp
Training camp observations: Jake Kumerow adding to logjam of Bills’ receivers | Buffalo Bills News | NFL | buffalonews.com
Coach Sean McDermott referred to Kumerow as a “glue guy” because of his positive, team-oriented approach off the field.
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Buffalo Bills wide receiver Jake Kumerow was a personal highlight reel in the 80-degree heat during the 1-on-1 wide receiver versus defensive back portion of practice outside the ADPRO Sports Training Center.
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Other observations from training camp
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Tremaine Edmunds has an impressive day, Ike Boettger is back in the fold and several other highlights from the seventh day of Bills Camp.
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Isaiah McKenzie eyes larger role in 2021
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McKenzie has steadily increased his production in each of his three seasons with the Bills. But the numbers don’t tell the whole story of his usage.
Bills seeking more consistency from special teams
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Special teams coordinator Heath Farwell is impressed with the play of Tyler Bass, Matt Haack and Isaiah McKenzie in camp so far.
Bills franchise value goes up...still last in the NFL
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The value is listed as 32nd among the 32 teams.
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Odds and ends
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“How many Americans, even today, wouldn’t like to live my life?” Simpson asks. (Subscription required).
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