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<p>These are some sweet cleats.</p> <p id="UInh27">This coming week in the NFL, players from across the league will be taking part in the NFL’s <a href="https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/NFL-PLAYERS%27-CAUSES-TAKE-THE-FIELD-WITH--MY-CAUSE,-MY-CLEATS-CAMPAIGN.aspx"> M<em>y Cause, My Cleats</em></a> campaign. This campaign allows the players to design their own cleats in ways that will represent a charity or cause that is close to their hearts. All players will be permitted to wear their customized cleats during every game in Week 13.</p>
<p id="E3fAMP">Players will have the opportunity to raise money for their causes by auctioning off their cleats at <a href="https://nflauction.nfl.com/">NFL Auction</a>, where fans can place bids on them. Also, for every <a href="https://www.buffalobills.com/tickets/my-cause-my-cleats">ticket</a> purchased to the December 9th <a href="https://www.buffalorumblings.com/">Buffalo Bills</a> home game against the <a href="https://www.ganggreennation.com/">New York Jets</a>, five dollars will be donated to a player’s cause of your choice. </p>
<p id="7V0nEf">Several <a href="https://www.buffalorumblings.com/?_ga=2.19384248.1282915134.1543601273-1236885468.1535586401">Buffalo Bills</a> players (and one former player who is representing a cause near and dear to most Buffalonians) have taken to social media to let everyone know who or what they are wearing their special cleats for. </p>
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</div></a> <p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;"> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BrEAHQuhV-w/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_medium=loading" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_blank">Our guys are going all out for their favorite charities this Sunday. #MyCauseMyCleats</a></p> <p style=" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;">A post shared by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/buffalobills/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_medium=loading" style=" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px;" target="_blank"> Buffalo Bills</a> (@buffalobills) on <time style=" font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px;" datetime="2018-12-06T22:24:38+00:00">Dec 6, 2018 at 2:24pm PST</time></p>
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<p id="2fET5F">Long snapper <span>Reid Ferguson</span> will be supporting the <a href="https://www.jdrf.org/">Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF)</a> which is the leading global funder of type 1 diabetes research:</p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MyCauseMyCleats?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MyCauseMyCleats</a> JDRF 2.0<br><br>Excited to wear these cleats this Sunday in support of JDRF! I’m wearing this design to honor my brother (<a href="https://twitter.com/bferguson50?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@bferguson50</a>) and his fight against Type 1 Diabetes as well as the many other people who fight this illness on a daily basis. <a href="https://t.co/iEZCPGi6Tv">pic.twitter.com/iEZCPGi6Tv</a></p>— Reid Ferguson (@SnapFlow50) <a href="https://twitter.com/SnapFlow50/status/1070443398677626881?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 5, 2018</a>
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<p id="UCP9Et">Fullback <span>Pat DiMarco</span> will be representing the <a href="https://www.cancer.org/">American Cancer Society</a>. He chose this cause last year as well.</p>
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</div></a> <p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;"> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BqyZJigge6B/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_medium=loading" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_blank">I’m excited to support @americancancersociety again this year for #MyCauseMyCleats. I can’t wait for everyone to see my custom cleats on Dec. 9 against the Jets! Buy a ticket for our game on December 9th and $5 of your ticket will help The American Cancer Society: http://bufbills.co/E5lGwv</a></p> <p style=" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;">A post shared by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/patdimarco42/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_medium=loading" style=" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px;" target="_blank"> Patrick DiMarco</a> (@patdimarco42) on <time style=" font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px;" datetime="2018-11-30T02:16:35+00:00">Nov 29, 2018 at 6:16pm PST</time></p>
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<p id="UqRPdR"><a href="https://www.wingsflight.org/">Wings Flights of Hope Inc.</a> will be represented by kicker <span>Stephen Hauschka</span>. Based out of Orchard Park, New York, this non-profit organization helps to provide free air transportation for medical and humanitarian purposes to those in need. </p>
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</div></a> <p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;"> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BqyfHUClu6t/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_medium=loading" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_blank">I’m excited to support #wingsflightsofhope this year for #MyCauseMyCleats. They fly those in need of medical treatment or for humanitarian purposes for free. Buy a ticket with this link for our game on December 9th and $5 of your ticket will go to Wings Flights of Hope Buffalo NY. (http://bufbills.co/sy1YU1)</a></p> <p style=" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;">A post shared by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/stephenhauschka4/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_medium=loading" style=" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px;" target="_blank"> Stephen Hauschka</a> (@stephenhauschka4) on <time style=" font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px;" datetime="2018-11-30T03:08:42+00:00">Nov 29, 2018 at 7:08pm PST</time></p>
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<p id="sBNFzJ"><span>Jerry Hughes</span> will be wearing these special cleats to support <a href="https://www.vocwny.org/">Veterans One-stop Center of WNY</a>, which has provided free services and resources to over 10,000 veterans to date:</p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">“I’m pumped to support Veterans One-stop Center of WNY, this year for <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MyCauseMyCleats?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MyCauseMyCleats</a>.<br> <br>Buy a ticket for our game on December 9th and $5 of your ticket will help Veterans One-stop Center of WNY, Inc. <a href="https://t.co/pOun2Uya8k">https://t.co/pOun2Uya8k</a>” <a href="https://t.co/HvKT1XnR0W">pic.twitter.com/HvKT1XnR0W</a></p>— Jerry hughes Jr (@Iam_jerryhughes) <a href="https://twitter.com/Iam_jerryhughes/status/1068236014152548353?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 29, 2018</a>
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<p id="jzzhI2">The <a href="https://www.imagineforyouth.org/">IMagINe for Youth Foundation’s</a> creator, <a href="https://www.buffalorumblings.com/?_ga=2.12380724.1282915134.1543601273-1236885468.1535586401">Buffalo Bills</a> safety <span>Micah Hyde</span>, will be proudly displaying his customized cleats in Week 13. The organization’s website states that their mission is “to support children who face financial hardships reach their potential by providing the necessary resources, supplies and equipment to allow them to excel athletically and academically.” In this recent tweet from <span>Hyde</span>, he along with several other Bills players can be seen serving Thanksgiving dinner to kids in the community for the foundation:</p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Thank you <a href="https://twitter.com/buffalobills?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BuffaloBills</a> for helping support the <a href="https://twitter.com/IMagINeForYouth?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@IMagINeForYouth</a> Foundation’s Thanksgiving Dinner for kids in our community! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GoBills?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GoBills</a> <a href="https://t.co/g1uk4S7RkT">pic.twitter.com/g1uk4S7RkT</a></p>— Micah Hyde (@micah_hyde) <a href="https://twitter.com/micah_hyde/status/1065331429289181185?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 21, 2018</a>
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<p id="OFfko0">Offensive tackle <span>Jordan Mills</span> will be wearing cleats for The <span>Jordan Mills</span> Foundation, which was created by him and his wife, Talasha. During the bye week, <span>Mills</span> went back to his hometown of Napoleanville, Louisiana and, with his foundation, served Thanksgiving meals to residents. </p>
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<p id="6mdmkR">Defensive end <span>Trent Murphy</span> tweeted a video of his cleats, which were customized to support <a href="http://venisondonation.com/">The Venison Donation Coalition</a>. According to their website, “The Venison Donation Coalition consists of representatives from sportsmen’s clubs, non-profit organizations, regional food banks, local food pantries as well as local, state and federal agencies whose objective is to secure funding for the processing and distribution of venison to families in need.” It is based in New York State.</p>
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<p id="ssJI3r">Offensive guard <span>Jeremiah Sirles</span> will not only be wearing his cleats for <a href="http://www.tysonstreasurechest.org/">Tyson’s Treasure Chest Foundation</a>, but he also recently matched donations to the foundation in order to help aid with research for pediatric brain cancer.</p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Only 6 hours left to donate to <a href="https://twitter.com/TysonsTreasures?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TysonsTreasures</a> for <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GivingTuesday?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GivingTuesday</a> I am matching all donations today dollar for dollar! Please help me out in raising money to fight Pediatric Brain Cancer! <a href="https://t.co/v8lOrpPnYa">pic.twitter.com/v8lOrpPnYa</a></p>— Jeremiah Sirles (@Sirles71_HSKR) <a href="https://twitter.com/Sirles71_HSKR/status/1067559183162245120?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 27, 2018</a>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">“It’s a cause that’s near and dear to my heart. I'm continuing to raise money and awareness for pediatric cancer because it's really important."<br><br>5 must-read <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MyCauseMyCleats?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MyCauseMyCleats</a> stories: <a href="https://t.co/6QPuBRPcxP">https://t.co/6QPuBRPcxP</a> <a href="https://t.co/b60nVVub1F">pic.twitter.com/b60nVVub1F</a></p>— Buffalo Bills (@buffalobills) <a href="https://twitter.com/buffalobills/status/1070438883828092930?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 5, 2018</a>
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<p id="kvAjlo"><span>Eddie Yarbrough</span> has supported the <a href="http://www.specialolympicsco.org/">Special Olympics Colorado</a> for a long time and will continue to do so this coming week. Students at Grandview High School helped to design his cleats, as shown in this recent Instagram post:</p>
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<p id="NI30EQ"><span>Yarbrough</span> also revealed his new cleats on live video to Special Olympics Colorado gold medalist Chaz Moss and invited him to Sunday’s game against the <a href="https://www.ganggreennation.com/">New York Jets</a>:</p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">This Sunday, <a href="https://twitter.com/EddieYarbrough?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@EddieYarbrough</a> is playing for gold medalist Chaz and all the other amazing <a href="https://twitter.com/SpecialOlympics?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SpecialOlympics</a> athletes.<br><br>Eddie wanted to share his <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MyCauseMyCleats?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MyCauseMyCleats</a> design with Chaz but had another surprise in store... <a href="https://t.co/u0gmmntkiX">pic.twitter.com/u0gmmntkiX</a></p>— Buffalo Bills (@buffalobills) <a href="https://twitter.com/buffalobills/status/1070475408481619968?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 6, 2018</a>
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<p id="Vi67xO">Although currently with the <a href="https://www.bucsnation.com/">Tampa Bay Buccaneers</a>, former <a href="https://www.buffalorumblings.com/">Buffalo Bills</a> long snapper <span>Garrison Sanborn</span> will be wearing very special cleats in memory of Sally Kabel, a little girl nicknamed “<a href="http://www.sweetsallysunshine.com/">Sweet Sally Sunshine</a>” who passed away in September at the age of six after battling with infant leukemia. Sally was a huge <a href="https://www.buffalorumblings.com/">Buffalo Bills</a> fan, along with her family (Dad Matt is the co-founder of the NYC Bills Backers), and people still wear yellow or gold, the color ribbon associated with childhood cancer, in memory of her. All proceeds will go directly to the Kabel family through the <a href="https://awoccf.org/">Arms Wide Open Childhood Cancer Foundation</a>.</p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Privileged to wear these wonderful cleats on Sunday designed by @jfishart honoring an amazing little girl & incredible family. <a href="https://twitter.com/MattKabel?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@mattkabel</a> I think u would agree Sally also had a hand in designing these. <a href="https://t.co/qm68yKEh1S">pic.twitter.com/qm68yKEh1S</a></p>— GarrisonSanborn (@garrisonsanborn) <a href="https://twitter.com/garrisonsanborn/status/1068508654448578560?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 30, 2018</a>
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<p id="zPQ3p2">Linebacker <span>Lorenzo Alexander</span>’s <a href="http://www.lorenzoalexander.org/">ACES Foundation</a> states that their vision is “implementing collaborative programs to help youth realize their value and are capable of achieving their ambitions and dreams” and he will be sporting his cleats to represent them:</p>
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<p id="bvWgOJ">Rookie quarterback <span>Josh Allen</span> will be representing the <a href="https://www.lls.org/central-california">Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Central California Chapter</a>. Their website states that “compared to other blood cancer nonprofits, LLS is the largest funder of cutting-edge research to advance cures” and that they’ve invested more than $1.2 billion in research. </p>
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<p id="aFszjc">The <a href="https://uichildrens.org/">University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital</a> will be represented by rookie offensive lineman <span>Ike Boettger</span>. The hospital was founded in 1919 and is Iowa’s only comprehensive children’s hospital. It is also ranked highly by many national entities. </p>
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<p id="fd1SOU">Left tackle <span>Dion Dawkins</span> is known for helping children which is probably why his cleats will be representing <a href="https://www.ochbuffalo.org/">Oishei Children’s Hospital</a> of Buffalo, New York. The hospital was the first in New York State to establish a hospital-based Cerebral Palsy Clinic and is the only freestanding hospital in the state. </p>
<p id="gOhiOu">Jack Frost, a patient at <a href="https://www.ochbuffalo.org/">Oishei Children’s Hospital</a>, recently visited <span>Dawkins</span> to help decorate his cleats. The <a href="https://www.buffalorumblings.com/">Bills</a> left tackle along with rookie quarterback <span>Josh Allen</span> had some surprises for Frost as they presented him with tickets to this year’s Super Bowl. </p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Our friend from <a href="https://twitter.com/OCHBuffalo?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@OCHBuffalo</a> Jack Frost stopped by to decorate <a href="https://twitter.com/DDawkins66?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DDawkins66</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MyCauseMyCleats?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MyCauseMyCleats</a>.<br><br>Little did he know Dion and <a href="https://twitter.com/JoshAllenQB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JoshAllenQB</a> had some big surprises planned. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GoBills?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GoBills</a> <a href="https://t.co/nlsFw4Su5E">pic.twitter.com/nlsFw4Su5E</a></p>— Buffalo Bills (@buffalobills) <a href="https://twitter.com/buffalobills/status/1070113271439536128?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 5, 2018</a>
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<p id="B6tzcb">Wide receiver <span>Zay Jones</span> is supporting <a href="https://www.alz.org/wny">Alzheimer’s Association WNY</a> for the <a href="https://nflcommunications.com/Pages/NFL-PLAYERS%27-CAUSES-TAKE-THE-FIELD-WITH--MY-CAUSE,-MY-CLEATS-CAMPAIGN.aspx">M<em>y Cause, My Cleats</em></a> campaign this year. Their website states that “The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.” Almost 400,000 New Yorkers are living with this devastating disease.</p>
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<p id="zOezWj">Shaq Lawson’s cleats will be representing the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. The foundation is the world leader in a search for a cure for Cystic Fibrosis (CF) and their site states that “nearly every CF-specific drug available today was made possible with our financial support.” </p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">My CauseMyCleats <a href="https://twitter.com/CF_Foundation?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CF_Foundation</a> <a href="https://t.co/9wGplCDpWL">pic.twitter.com/9wGplCDpWL</a></p>— Shaq Lawson (@Shaq_Lawson90) <a href="https://twitter.com/Shaq_Lawson90/status/1071482940444631040?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 8, 2018</a>
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<p id="397YX5"><span>Ryan Groy</span> will be supporting our veterans by wearing cleats representing <a href="https://operationnplboutdoors.org/about-us/">Operation No Person Left Behind Outdoors</a>. Their website states that “ <a href="https://operationnplboutdoors.org/about-us/">Operation No Person Left Behind Outdoors</a> (NPLB) aids in the recovery and rehabilitation of injured service members from all eras who endure the lifelong sacrifices they made for our country. <a href="https://operationnplboutdoors.org/about-us/">Operation No Person Left Behind Outdoors</a> (NPLB) supports injured Soldiers, Sailors, Coasties, Airmen and Marines by reintroducing them to hunting, fishing and life outdoors. Volunteers offer their time and skills to aid in the emotional recovery of our veterans through outdoor activities with fellowship and encouragement to overcome any disability.”</p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Sneak peak of My Cause My Cleats for tomorrows game. Couldn’t be happier with how they came out. Happy to represent <a href="https://twitter.com/OpSecondChance?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@OpSecondChance</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NPLB?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NPLB</a> <a href="https://t.co/a38QPaFDRm">pic.twitter.com/a38QPaFDRm</a></p>— Ryan Groy (@disGROYer79) <a href="https://twitter.com/disGROYer79/status/1071401728174645248?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 8, 2018</a>
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<p id="hZi0cj">Cornerback <span>Ryan Lewis</span> will be representing <a href="http://www.orangearrow.org/about-us/">Orange Arrow</a>, a non-profit organization founded in 2013 to “coach young student athletes to aim for success off the field.”</p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Former intern <a href="https://twitter.com/RyanLewis_38?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RyanLewis_38</a> makes <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/OrangeArrow?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#OrangeArrow</a> his cause! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MyCauseMyCleats?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MyCauseMyCleats</a> <a href="https://t.co/rfylQXHB5q">pic.twitter.com/rfylQXHB5q</a></p>— Orange Arrow Players Association (@OrangeArrowPA) <a href="https://twitter.com/OrangeArrowPA/status/1071404958841475072?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 8, 2018</a>
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<p id="aSv05d">Here are the other <a href="https://www.buffalorumblings.com/">Bills</a> players that are participating in this campaign:</p>
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<span>Corey Bojorquez</span>, Lung Cancer</li>
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<span>Charles Clay</span>, <a href="https://www.beafriend.org/">Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie, Niagara and Southern Tier</a>
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<span>Taiwan Jones</span>, <a href="http://www.risetowin.org/">RISE (Equality in Sports)</a>
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<span>Deon Lacey</span>, <a href="http://blackbeltfound.org/">Black Belt Community Foundation, Inc.</a>
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<span>LeSean McCoy</span>, <a href="https://www.leseanmccoy25.com/foundation">Shades of Greatness</a>
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<span>Harrison Phillips</span>, <a href="https://theplaymakers.org/">The Playmakers Organization</a>
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<span>Jordan Poyer</span>, <a href="https://www.campgooddays.org/">Camp Good Days & Special Times</a>
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<span>Tremaine Edmunds</span>, Foster Care Awareness </li>
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<span>Kyle Williams</span>, The Barham Foundation </li>
<li id="b7OhWk">Sean McDermott, Food Allergy Awareness</li>
<li id="ew863Q">Terry Pegula, A Lending Paw</li>
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<p id="dD7qp9">Make sure to check back as we will update with new posts, pictures, and videos from the players showing off their cleats and talking about their causes. </p>
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<p id="Ekx4Gr">In assessing the pulse of the blog following last Sunday’s game, it seems Buffalo Rumblings readers were generally pleased with <span>Josh Allen</span>’s performance against the <a href="https://www.thephinsider.com/">Miami Dolphins</a>, even though the <a href="https://www.buffalorumblings.com/">Buffalo </a><a href="https://www.buffalorumblings.com/">Bills</a> wound up losing the game. Many pointed to the catchable ball to <span>Clay</span> on the goal line that would have put the Bills ahead by three with under a minute left to play. Fans weren’t universally positive about <span>Allen</span>’s performance. One point that appeared a couple of times was that it appeared Allen was too quick to bail out of pockets. I believe that line of thought is worth an in-depth look.</p>
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<h2 id="6hfUTb">First Drive</h2>
<h3 id="78EcYq">1<sup>st</sup> and 10 (Incomplete pass to <span>LeSean McCoy</span>)</h3>
<p id="Mm0XSv">Allen hits his back foot and <span>Jason Croom</span> is already losing to 94. <span>Dion Dawkins</span> had been helping <span>Wyatt Teller</span> and is not in position to get between the defender and Allen. It looked like he was going for a short out to the left but pulls the ball down and moves to his right. <span>Jordan Mills</span>’s man gets to the inside, further forcing Allen to his right. <span>Jeremiah Sirles</span>’s defender gets free and chases Allen to the right sideline. Allen should have hit <span>Robert Foster</span> on the short out for three to five yards.</p>
<h3 id="igtNUQ">3<sup>rd</sup> and 6 (Incomplete pass to <span>Robert Foster</span>)</h3>
<p id="u1msqI">The Dolphins get good push and <span>Dawkins</span> is driven all the way back to Allen—but Allen is able to get the ball away before anyone can touch him. He could have stepped into the throw more than he did. The ball sailed well over Foster’s head.</p>
<p id="ySVyqs">Verdict: Zero early bail-outs on the first drive.</p>
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<h2 id="q0BLkt">Second Drive</h2>
<h3 id="xxNvFf">1<sup>st</sup> and 10 (Pass to <span>LeSean McCoy</span> for 6-yard loss)</h3>
<p id="YO7P0l">This was a screen all the way with <span>Ryan Groy</span> quickly getting past the line of scrimmage. <span></span><span>Kiko Alonso</span> read the play and sat in the hole McCoy was going to use when he got the ball. He was pushed out of the way by Teller but <span>Dawkins</span> lost to his defender and McCoy was dropped for a loss. The game-thread comments opined that Allen should have just thrown it away, but his arm is coming forward just before Dawkins is beaten.</p>
<h3 id="UwICLg">2<sup>nd</sup> and 16 (Incomplete pass to <span>Kelvin Benjamin</span>)</h3>
<p id="6IMAe8"><span>Jeremiah Sirles</span> is thrown aside by the defensive tackle but Allen is again untouched and able to step into his throw. He just throws a bad pass—one that is closer to an interception than a completion to the now-departed Benjamin. Credit Allen for throwing past the sticks.</p>
<h3 id="sbMuIl">3<sup>rd</sup> and 16 (Incomplete pass to <span>Zay Jones</span>)</h3>
<p id="kUuiC1">Allen hits his back foot and stands tall in the pocket for a second before <span>Groy</span> is badly beaten and Allen has to take off to his left. He runs far enough to set up and uncork a deep shot to the single-covered Jones, who is well past the line to gain. He’s moving and bracing for impact, so the ball is off target.</p>
<p id="KZShL4">Verdict: Zero early bail-outs on the second drive.</p>
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<h2 id="WcOIfw">Third Drive</h2>
<h3 id="V1LpSL">2<sup>nd</sup> and 12 (Scramble for 9 yards)</h3>
<p id="uNHSqU">As Allen hits his back foot, <span>Sirles</span> is losing to the inside and <span>Mills</span> to the outside. Allen shoots the gap between them and chooses to run rather than hit Jones for a 5ish-yard gain.</p>
<h3 id="RmbN0E">1<sup>st</sup> and 10 (Scramble for 11 yards)</h3>
<p id="JmHA8p">Allen hits his back foot and has about a second before Teller’s guy circles away from him and around Dawkins. Dawkins crashed his man inside and Allen took off in the gap it created.</p>
<h3 id="o1C3Cs">2<sup>nd</sup> and 10 (Incomplete pass/throwaway)</h3>
<p id="3mnms2">It’s a naked bootleg following a play-action fake. The defense isn’t fooled and one defender makes a beeline for Allen. Allen has Jones for a two- to five-yard gain but stops to fake out the defender closing in on him. He starts up again and, as he nears the sideline, throws it out of bounds near the end zone.</p>
<h3 id="iXUVUD">3<sup>rd</sup> and 10 (Incomplete pass to <span>Kelvin Benjamin</span> saved by pass interference on defense)</h3>
<p id="Q57aoR">This is quite possibly the play that got Benjamin cut. <span>Marcus Murphy</span> picks up a blitzing linebacker but goes low instead of standing the guy up. He cut the linebacker, who slid into Allen’s legs after the pass was gone. The ball had some heat on it but was on target and, had Benjamin caught it instead of worrying about the closing safety, would have allowed his momentum to carry him into the end zone.</p>
<h3 id="doHQ3z">2<sup>nd</sup> and goal from 5 (Scramble for touchdown negated by offensive holding)</h3>
<p id="uTMl95">Allen hit his back foot and wound up to throw to McCoy, but pulled it down because <span>Mills</span>’s defender was beating him and was between Allen and McCoy. Allen began to scramble as Teller’s man was getting past him in spite of Teller holding him.</p>
<h3 id="tGyl19">2<sup>nd</sup> and goal from 15 (Pass to <span>Zay Jones</span> for 15-yard touchdown)</h3>
<p id="3IEibm">Allen had a second or two before Sirles was pushed back into his lap. Allen ran right and found Jones in the back of the end zone for the touchdown.</p>
<p id="1mlbPG">Verdict: Zero early bail-outs on the third drive.</p>
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<h2 id="F0kLFt">Fourth Drive</h2>
<h3 id="0jJqRL">3<sup>rd</sup> and 17 (Completion to <span>Kelvin Benjamin</span> for 15 yards)</h3>
<p id="pcY2Vw">This is one of the few third downs this season where Allen didn’t throw past the line-to-gain. Allen had a couple of seconds to scan the field before Dawkins just let his man go—no real reason for Dawkins to just stop blocking, but he did. Allen got the pass away and close enough for McDermott to line up to go for it on 4<sup>th</sup> and 2. Benjamin caught the ball on the 49, so it really should have been 4<sup>th</sup> and 1.</p>
<p id="WFifP0">Verdict: Zero early bail-outs on the fourth drive.</p>
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<h2 id="qIrgId">Fifth Drive</h2>
<h3 id="8zZNMK">3<sup>rd</sup> and 2 (Completion to <span>Charles Clay</span> for 9 yards)</h3>
<p id="Apcs2Q">Backed up in their own end, Allen hit a completely uncovered <span>Clay</span> for an easy conversion.</p>
<h3 id="tawrmC">1<sup>st</sup> and 10 (Completion to <span>Isaiah McKenzie</span> for 19 yards)</h3>
<p id="MUGKbg">Allen made a good read and good throw for a chunk of yards.</p>
<h3 id="HCgTki">1<sup>st</sup> and 10 (Interception)</h3>
<p id="PVpTP8">Allen steps up into the pocket to avoid being sacked by <span>Cameron Wake</span>, who had blown right by Dawkins. He then has to sprint to his left to avoid the defender who has beaten Mills almost as quickly as <span>Wake</span> beat Dawkins. <span>Groy</span>’s defender sees him head that way and disengages to chase, which sends Allen back to the right. Allen then tries to set up but can’t step into the throw as he’s about to be crushed. <span>Xavien Howard</span> made a good play on a ball that would have made it to McKenzie in the end zone had <span>Howard</span>, you know, not been there.</p>
<p id="ptm7jA">Verdict: Zero early bail-outs on the fifth drive.</p>
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<h2 id="PDtklm">Sixth Drive</h2>
<h3 id="PNwa14">3<sup>rd</sup> and 3 (Scramble for 7 yards)</h3>
<p id="UWNLmD">As soon as Allen hits his back foot Mills is losing to his defender. He has a lot of green to the left and takes off for an easy conversion. This is the first in a series of scrambles that may have left scars on <span>Kiko Alonso</span>’s psyche.</p>
<h3 id="H7jNbH">2<sup>nd</sup> and 7 (Scramble for 10 yards)</h3>
<p id="OOZeqg">Allen is winding up to throw to Jones on what looks like a timing pass when he has to put his left arm down to keep Sirles’ defender from taking out his knees. He winds up scrambling to the right and beating Alonso to the sticks again.</p>
<h3 id="fcZGh0">1<sup>st</sup> and 10 (Completion to <span>Patrick DiMarco</span> for 38 yards)</h3>
<p id="mEXXLL">People who say Allen has no touch on his passes need to re-watch the perfect throw to <span>DiMarco</span>. It’s all the better when you consider that Sirles lost to his defender and McCoy wasn’t able to slow him down much either.</p>
<h3 id="9rmsrz">2<sup>nd</sup> and 9 (Completion to <span>LeSean McCoy</span> for 3 yards)</h3>
<p id="axaq3T">Allen threw a pass with an awkward motion and no follow through because Mills had been pushed back to him. McCoy slipped or he would have picked up several more yards.</p>
<h3 id="LB0uJL">3<sup>rd</sup> and 6 (Incomplete pass to <span>Zay Jones</span>)</h3>
<p id="AWnCgL">Allen missed a wide open Jones in the end zone. He couldn’t step into the throw because Sirles had lost yet again. Is that the only reason the ball was well behind Jones? Maybe not, as Allen isn’t know for terrific accuracy even under the best of circumstances.</p>
<p id="bYIv9X">Verdict: Zero early bail-outs on the sixth drive.</p>
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<h2 id="7P8JXm">Seventh Drive</h2>
<h3 id="sqzSzM">3<sup>rd</sup> and 12 (Completion to Zay Jones for 22 yards)</h3>
<p id="ZsXQul">Backed up to the two-yard line, Allen stood tall until Dawkins—who had help in the form of a chip from McCoy—lost to the linebacker to the inside. Allen moved to his left and had to throw on the run because Mills had lost control of his defender—who was ready to crush Allen. No one was within seven yards of Jones.</p>
<h3 id="eBjxiU">1<sup>st</sup> and 10 (Incomplete pass to Zay Jones)</h3>
<p id="v5qKMS">Allen had time and enough room to follow through and threw high and slightly behind Jones. Dawkins and Clay weren’t able to keep <span>Wake</span> from collapsing the pocket from the left. It’s possible that his feeling that kept Allen from following through as he would have preferred.</p>
<h3 id="FCkPhe">3<sup>rd</sup> and 7 (Incomplete pass to Zay Jones that would have been negated by offensive holding anyway)</h3>
<p id="0LtIwk">As Allen set up he saw a blitzing defensive back, plus Mills’s man was around him so quickly that he would have beaten the defensive back to Allen had Mills not flat-out tackled him. Allen rolled to his right, saw Jones behind most of the defense with his hand up, and tried to lob him the pass while still running. Had Allen taken the time to set up, he could have hit Jones for a nice gain….were it not for the penalty.</p>
<p id="rk2DfH">Verdict: Zero early bail-outs on the seventh drive.</p>
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<h2 id="cb0QFD">Eighth Drive</h2>
<h3 id="pjunpE">1<sup>st</sup> and 10 (Completion to <span>Isaiah McKenzie</span> for 3 yards + 15-yard penalty on Kiko Alonso for lowering the helmet)</h3>
<p id="5TmRyN">Allen stood tall as the line opened a huge passing lane up for him and delivered an accurate pass. McCoy would have been the better option, but Allen may not have seen him with a pile of bodies between Allen and McCoy.</p>
<h3 id="QIw4v1">1<sup>st</sup> and 10 (Incomplete pass to Kelvin Benjamin)</h3>
<p id="96DSyN">Sirles really is a turnstile. His man almost met Allen at the top of his drop and was hanging onto Allen as he started to throw to Benjamin, who was open.</p>
<h3 id="zrAM4R">3<sup>rd</sup> and 10 (Interception)</h3>
<p id="51odNs">Allen stood in the pocket and had no one near his feet. He is 100% to blame for the interception. Maybe he didn’t see <span>Howard</span> or maybe he was trying to throw the ball farther in front of Benjamin and just missed. The best case is that he misjudged how fast Howard is and will keep that lesson with him for future games.</p>
<p id="J8Aie4">Verdict: Zero early bail-outs on the eighth drive.</p>
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<h2 id="qrOMvp">Ninth Drive</h2>
<h3 id="yE6gH9">1<sup>st</sup> and 10 (Scramble for 28 yards)</h3>
<p id="AflUWd">After the gift interception from <span>Ryan Tannehill</span>, Allen continued his assault on Alonso’s pride. Sirles was beaten to the inside as both Dawkins and Mills were losing to speed rushes. A defensive tackle had Allen dead to rights, but Allen juked him and outran Alonso for a huge gain.</p>
<h3 id="jNZxlA">1<sup>st</sup> and 10 (Completion to Kelvin Benjamin for 5 yards)</h3>
<p id="VABeXn">This looked like a timing route and Allen had a nice throwing lane with space to step into the pass.</p>
<h3 id="aRpB9b">2<sup>nd</sup> and 5 (Completion to <span>Deonte Thompson</span> for 12 yards)</h3>
<p id="AyyfML">Allen stood in despite Sirles’s man getting ready to pancake him. He couldn’t follow through on the throw but still got it to <span>Thompson</span>.</p>
<h3 id="0nKShe">2<sup>nd</sup> and 3 (Completion to Isaiah McKenzie for 4 yards, negated by illegal block penalty on Robert Foster)</h3>
<p id="v9P9TJ">It was a smoke route—no one was near Allen or McKenzie.</p>
<h3 id="YgOley">2<sup>nd</sup> and 12 (Completion to Zay Jones for 25-yard touchdown)</h3>
<p id="51wva8">The line was pushed back in his face, so Allen couldn’t step into the throw. He hit Jones on the same route Benjamin dropped earlier in the game—perhaps the final nail in the coffin of Benjamin’s Buffalo career as Jones did what Benjamin couldn’t.</p>
<p id="6FfB8a">Verdict: Zero early bail-outs on the ninth drive.</p>
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<h2 id="H792dJ">Tenth Drive</h2>
<h3 id="Mg81Ey">1<sup>st</sup> and 10 (Completion to Zay Jones for 5 yards)</h3>
<p id="bne1kc">It was a timing throw with no one remotely close to Allen and an easy five-yard gain for Jones.</p>
<h3 id="Oo9NQ4">2<sup>nd</sup> and 5 (Incomplete pass to Kelvin Benjamin, but...Miami offside)</h3>
<p id="TB9HVj">Either Benjamin didn’t know it was a back-shoulder throw or Allen just threw a really inaccurate pass. He can’t blame the line as he had a clean pocket.</p>
<h3 id="c4Xi6x">1<sup>st</sup> and 10 (Incomplete pass to Robert Foster)</h3>
<p id="EiLOae">Allen surveyed the field for a couple of seconds and was able to step into the throw. He made the right read as Foster had a step that turned into three steps by the time Foster nearly—but not quite—caught up to the ball. It was about a yard too far on a pass thrown 62 yards.</p>
<h3 id="yCcCHe">2<sup>nd</sup> and 20 (Scramble for 25 yards)</h3>
<p id="hH9Fh2">Mills and Sirles couldn’t hold a double team against a defensive end. Even if that wasn’t enough to get Allen moving, a defender looped around them to chase Allen as well. Allen again made Alonso look terrible—he was clearly exasperated at the end of the play.</p>
<h3 id="OavDaO">1<sup>st</sup> and 10 (Scramble for 26 yards)</h3>
<p id="zroMp9">Allen had less than a second to survey the field before Sirles’s man was going to sack him had he stayed where he was. He ran between Dawkins and Teller. He had to shove to the ground Dawkins’ man, who disengaged and tried to close off the running lane just a hair too late. Who was Dawkins’ man? <span>Kiko Alonso</span>.</p>
<h3 id="k9BeY3">2<sup>nd</sup> and 9 (Josh Allen sacked for 7-yard loss)</h3>
<p id="fpkIfK">A defensive back came on the blitz and tackled Allen by the head and neck. The refs conferred and decided that was fine. Foster never looked back even though it was his defensive back who went on the blitz, but <span>Thompson</span> set up for about a five- to seven-yard gain had Allen thrown the ball instead of trying to dodge the defensive back.</p>
<h3 id="a2eEu4">3<sup>rd</sup> and 16 (Josh Allen sacked for 8-yard loss + fumble recovered by <span>Wyatt Teller</span>)</h3>
<p id="VLOZNY">Dawkins was so badly beaten on a speed rush that he might not have made physical contact with Robert Quinn. Teller picked up the ball at the 42 and advanced it to the 37 to give <span>Stephen Hauschka</span> an opportunity to miss a field goal.</p>
<p id="soBHGf">Verdict: Zero early bail-outs on the tenth drive.</p>
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<h2 id="athNrt">Eleventh Drive</h2>
<h3 id="lqUwcu">1<sup>st</sup> and 10 (Completion to Robert Foster for 27 yards)</h3>
<p id="DoRXfP">After a penalty by the dreadful special-teams unit put the Bills 90 yards from the promised land, Allen stood in the pocket and delivered a strike to Foster.</p>
<h3 id="3cgeGI">1<sup>st</sup> and 10 (Completion to LeSean McCoy for 11 yards)</h3>
<p id="nTEWbR">Allen again stood in the pocket and threw a good pass, with the now-departed <span>Andre Holmes</span> getting a key block to get McCoy the first down and the sideline.</p>
<h3 id="iHCXS9">1<sup>st</sup> and 10 (Completion to Isaiah McKenzie for 23 yards)</h3>
<p id="OtDwnZ">Mills was beaten so badly that he flopped on the ground and Allen had to take off to his right. He threw an accurate-enough pass while on the move to a stationary McKenzie.</p>
<h3 id="Mbtqzw">1<sup>st</sup> and 10 (Completion to LeSean McCoy for 4 yards)</h3>
<p id="cisgpv">This was a called screen pass so Allen just drifted back and hit McCoy as soon as the timing of the play called for it.</p>
<h3 id="09adIv">2<sup>nd</sup> and 11 (Incomplete pass to Kelvin Benjamin)</h3>
<p id="CYzEWJ">After a false-start penalty on Dawkins, he and Teller teamed up to try to get Allen killed. Dawkins was beaten to the inside. Teller, for some reason, ignored the linebacker in front of him to fail at helping out Dawkins. The result was that both defenders were able to get a hold on Allen, resulting in a wild pass.</p>
<h3 id="7IcAGS">3<sup>rd</sup> and 11 (Incomplete pass to Zay Jones)</h3>
<p id="ZVaRkC">Allen had a clean pocket when he threw, though had he held the ball any longer he would have been decked by the defender who ran right around Mills. It was a perfectly placed back-shoulder pass, the kind that Benjamin couldn’t find earlier in the half. Still, Jones couldn’t bring in the reception—which isn’t to say Benjamin would have either.</p>
<h3 id="VQTYK6">4<sup>th</sup> and 11 (Incomplete pass to <span>Charles Clay</span>)</h3>
<p id="CZKptv">Allen got happy feet on this play, the last offensive snap of the game. Before he was under duress, he looked to scramble between Dawkins and Teller. Allen saw Dawkins’ defender circling that way so he went the other way around Dawkins and then back to the right. Mills’s man got free (not due to Mills being terrible on the play) so Allen ran back to the left. He heaved the ball and Clay could have just run to it, made the catch, and fallen back into the end zone. </p>
<p id="DqCm1k">Verdict: One early bail-out on the eleventh drive.</p>
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<p id="V5UBqm">The notion that Allen was taking off early, either to scramble or just to buy time, would seem to be quashed. He wasn’t bailing out of clean pockets and didn’t do so until the very last play. He made good decisions on when to scramble and when to run, and generally did an exceptional job of seeing and sensing pressure. He took two sacks, one of which is bound to happen when the offensive tackle guarding his blind side isn’t very good at his job. Even then, Allen has to trust Dawkins to do a better job than he did in Miami. The other sack, yes, is on Allen. He has to get the ball out when he sees the defensive back coming on a blitz and has a man open to avoid the negative play.</p>
<p id="YTD6cl">There are a few things you can pretty much count on with Allen. First, he’s going to be fun to watch. How long has it been since a Bills quarterback made a two-minute drive look like it was an inevitable touchdown? Second, Allen is going to throw past the line-to-gain on third down. We’re not going to see too many three-yard dump offs on 3<sup>rd</sup> and 10—which will cause some negative plays (sacks, sack-fumbles, interceptions) even as it gives us hope. Third, plan on Daboll putting the ball in Allen’s hands on third downs. Buffalo has a strong tendency to pass on third downs, even when it is third and less-than-four yards.</p>
<p id="aLfbT4">As an aside, <a href="https://www.thephinsider.com/">Dolphins</a> fans seemed to have a very different take on Allen. What they may not have considered is that the win against Buffalo may be a factor in Miami’s decision regarding <span>Ryan Tannehill</span>. He has yet to post more than eight wins in a season and won’t be getting to nine this year even if the Dolphins win out. There is a chance that the win last Sunday tips the scales in his favor and Miami continues to muddle along with a guy who hasn’t proven to be a franchise quarterback in his six NFL seasons. That could be an <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Agincourt">Agincourt-type victory in defeat</a> for the Bills. </p>
https://www.buffalorumblings.com/2018/12/6/18126838/is-josh-allen-too-quick-to-abandon-pocket-zay-jones-buffalo-bills-dolphins-kiko-alonso-charles-clayRon From NM2018-12-06T08:40:00-05:002018-12-06T08:40:00-05:00Analysis: Checking in on Zay Jones
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<p>The Bills’ wide receiver has, by all accounts, made a huge leap in his second year. Let’s check in and see what’s shakin’</p> <p id="T0sdDi">In his rookie season last year, <span>Zay Jones</span> was widely panned for underwhelming play. Steady improvement in year two has created increasing excitement for the <a href="https://www.buffalorumblings.com/">B</a><a href="https://www.buffalorumblings.com/">uffalo Bills</a>’ wide receiver. With the team shifting into roster-evaluation mode in preparation for the 2019 season, let’s take a peek at how Jones is coming along in 2018. </p>
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<h3 id="gnJBa3">Play 1</h3>
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<p id="t8f3hk"><span>Zay Jones</span> has hit the field on offense 86% of the time this year. Blocking is a big reason why. This exact block isn’t his best, but highlights the willingness to get in on the action. Also significant is his ability to jam and move. On the line like this, it doesn’t pay off too often. On longer runs, it’s not uncommon to see Jones springing things at the second level. </p>
<h3 id="cYr67P">Play 2</h3>
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<p id="fEX5QH">The Bills aren’t shy about sending Jones (or anyone else for that matter) on a fly route. Jones isn’t known for speed, and it typically shows up. The defensive back doesn’t seem to be struggling to keep up. This isn’t a waste by any means though. With <span>Josh Allen</span> under center, the <a href="https://www.thephinsider.com/">Miami Dolphins</a> were reluctant to let any receiver get behind them. The throw is rushed but Jones’s route takes the defender with him and opens up some options underneath. </p>
<h3 id="Ck3Llg">Play 3</h3>
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<p id="pt2zkA">The book on <span>Zay Jones</span> has always been more about a finesse style. Brian Daboll sets up receivers at different depths, and Jones’s quick cut gives him room to work with. The throw is a little late and a little high, but Jones looks to have accomplished his part of the play. </p>
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<p id="HqBVWQ">My favorite part of this play is that it’s not easy to tell in real time that Jones hesitates at the top of the route. Jones quickly breaks across the back of the end zone giving <span>Allen</span> plenty of room to work with. Even with the pass coming in hot he maintains his feet in bounds for the score. </p>
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<p id="alNlIP">Jones pivots quickly and shows off the potential of timing routes in the future. The ball goes to <span>Kelvin Benjamin</span> instead who hops to make the catch which is never good for momentum. Jones’s move cleared a large area behind him. If <span>Benjamin</span> makes the first man miss, he’s off to the races. </p>
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<p id="Z9UOlu">Zay Jones changes direction and makes <span>Minkah Fitzpatrick</span> bite so hard that he’s oblivious to <span>Josh Allen</span> scrambling. Jones creates plenty of separation for a catch but also continues to demonstrate the value of crisp moves. Even when the ball isn’t heading his way, he’s often positively impacting the outcome of the play. </p>
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<p id="vaiwM6">It’s hard to tell if it’s Daboll, Jones or Fitzpatrick who deserves the most credit. In all likelihood, Fitzpatrick was told to play to the sticks to make sure a short pitch-and-catch can’t get enough yards for a first down. Jones runs by and settles in before the safety can come down to break up the play. Allen is throwing on the run and still rockets a perfect pass to Jones. Execution from both players here is hopefully a vision of the Bills’ future. </p>
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<p id="znjcrT">The clip pauses to point out the narrow lane the pass has to fit through. While that’s certainly a credit to Allen, think about this from the receiver’s perspective as well. Trying to track a ball around the defender while looking it in through that tiny window takes concentration and discipline. Jones is tested on this play and passes with flying colors. Well, <span>Josh Allen</span> passes but you get the idea.</p>
https://www.buffalorumblings.com/2018/12/6/18126791/all-22-analysis-checking-in-on-zay-jones-josh-allen-buffalo-bills-wide-receiverSkarekrow2018-12-06T07:15:00-05:002018-12-06T07:15:00-05:00Bills Links, 12/6: News on Allen, Benjamin, and more
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<p>Allen looks to lead the Bill past the Jets on Sunday</p> <p id="3ySAd3"><span>Josh Allen</span> and the <a href="https://www.buffalorumblings.com/">Buffalo Bills</a> are set to take on the <a href="https://www.ganggreennation.com/">New York Jets</a> on Sunday at New Era Field, marking his first match-up with rookie quarterback Sam Darnold. Today’s links include plenty of coverage on Allen, as well as additional details and analysis on the release of <span>Kelvin Benjamin</span>. The Bills also gave an update on another rookie, as <span>Taron Johnson</span> is out indefinitely following shoulder surgery. Get all of the details below as part of today’s Bills Links.</p>
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<p id="Iu3RSP"><a href="https://www.buffalobills.com/video/josh-allen-build-these-next-four-weeks">Josh Allen: "Build These Next Four Weeks" - BuffaloBills.com</a><br>Quarterback <span>Josh Allen</span> addressed the media after practice Wednesday. Topics included: younger receivers awarded more playing time; his running ability; and producing positive plays.</p>
<p id="1dA9hq"><a href="https://www.buffalobills.com/video/sean-mcdermott-grow-this-football-team">Sean McDermott: "Grow This Football Team" - BuffaloBills.com</a><br>Head Coach Sean McDermott addressed the media prior to practice Wednesday. Topics included: getting younger players playing time; the recent roster moves; and an injury update.</p>
<p id="wGPKuG"><a href="https://www.buffalobills.com/news/top-storylines-for-the-bills-jets-in-week-14">Top 7 storylines for the Bills-Jets in Week 14 - BuffaloBills.com</a><br>John Murphy assesses this AFC-East rivalry and how this week's match-up might serve as a precursor for games to come in future years.</p>
<p id="ZmM3TD"><a href="https://buffalonews.com/2018/12/05/buffalo-bills-josh-allen-lesean-mccoy-phil-simms-rich-gannon-vic-carucci-nfl/">Vic Carucci: Josh Allen’s running not always a bad thing for him or Bills – The Buffalo News</a><br>"The easy reaction to watching Josh Allen do a better <span>LeSean McCoy</span> than <span>LeSean McCoy</span> does lately is to say the kid runs way too much." (Subscription required.)</p>
<p id="RA6JxJ"><a href="https://www.cover1.net/bills-dolphins-josh-allen/">Turning Point: Buffalo Bills' Final Drive vs. the Dolphins | Cover 1</a><br>An extended look at the Buffalo Bills' final drive against the Miami Dolphins, led by rookie quarterback Josh Allen. Erik and Nate look at every single play of the drive to show Allen's brilliance and pitfalls.</p>
<p id="FqPY0C"><a href="https://wgr550.radio.com/articles/news/mcdermott-bills-took-swing-benjamin-it-obviously-didnt-work">McDermott: Bills 'took a swing' on Benjamin, but 'it obviously didn't work' | WGR 550 SportsRadio</a><br>The team released the wide receiver on Tuesday.</p>
<p id="vJXo47"><a href="https://www.newyorkupstate.com/expo/sports/erry-2018/12/72a2f6e6dba54/josh-allen-zay-jones-and-5-bil.html#incart_river_index">Josh Allen, Zay Jones and 5 Bills on Kelvin Benjamin's release | NewYorkUpstate.com</a><br>The Bills released <span>Kelvin Benjamin</span> with four games left in 2018 season.</p>
<p id="WKlVhZ"><a href="https://buffalonews.com/2018/12/05/sean-mcdermott-on-kelvin-benjamin-release-obviously-it-didnt-work-out/">Sean McDermott on Kelvin Benjamin release: ‘Obviously, it didn’t work out’ – The Buffalo News</a><br>"On the day after the Buffalo Bills released wide receivers Kelvin Benjamin and <span>Andre Holmes</span>, coach Sean McDermott declined to go into specifics."</p>
<p id="3M9bp8"><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=66960X1641776&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Ftheathletic.com%2F694715%2F2018%2F12%2F04%2Finside-the-bills-decision-to-cut-kelvin-benjamin-and-why-he-struggled-to-catch-on-in-buffalo%2F&referrer=sbnation.com&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.buffalorumblings.com%2F2018%2F12%2F6%2F18128388%2Fbuffalo-bills-links-12-6-news-on-josh-allen-kelvin-benjamin-taron-johnson-surgery" rel="sponsored nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Inside the Bills’ decision to cut Kelvin Benjamin and why he struggled to catch on in Buffalo – The Athletic</a><br>The Bills elected to release Benjamin now because he wasn’t in their long-term plans. The playoffs are out of the question, so the team plans to feature their younger receivers the rest of the way. (Subscription required.)</p>
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<p id="MyI9iW"><a href="https://www.buffalorumblings.com/2018/12/5/18127517/buffalo-bills-offensive-line-injury-update-john-miller-jeremiah-sirles-ryan-groy-russell-bodine-ir">Buffalo Bills offensive line injury update: John Miller trending up, Ryan Groy starting at center - Buffalo Rumblings</a><br>Buffalo’s starter at right guard is day-to-day, but he’s trending in the right direction.</p>
<p id="WvOLIo"><a href="https://www.buffalorumblings.com/2018/12/5/18127508/buffalo-bills-cornerback-taron-johnson-has-surgery-out-indefinitely-labrum">Buffalo Bills cornerback Taron Johnson has surgery, out indefinitely - Buffalo Rumblings</a><br>The rookie’s been dealing with the injury all year.</p>
<p id="0LuI5N"><a href="https://www.buffalorumblings.com/2018/12/5/18126414/buffalo-bills-links-12-5-major-wide-receiver-shake-up-for-the-bills-kelvin-benjamin-andre-holmes">Buffalo Bills Links, 12/5: Major shake-up at wide receiver as Kelvin Benjamin, Andre Holmes released - Buffalo Rumblings</a><br>Kelvin Benjamin and <span>Andre Holmes</span> have been released by the Bills.</p>
https://www.buffalorumblings.com/2018/12/6/18128388/buffalo-bills-links-12-6-news-on-josh-allen-kelvin-benjamin-taron-johnson-surgeryAnthony Marino2018-12-05T15:15:05-05:002018-12-05T15:15:05-05:00Rookie report: Allen excels, Boettger sees snaps
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<p>Undrafted Rookie guard Ike Boettger was finally active for a game</p> <p id="KWFAbA">Although the <a href="https://www.buffalorumblings.com/">Buffalo Bills</a> came away with a loss against the <a href="https://www.thephinsider.com/">Miami Dolphins</a> on Sunday, Brandon Beane and Sean McDermott were no doubt encouraged by the play of rookie quarterback <span>Josh Allen</span>. <span>Allen</span> had 366 total yards on a day when the offense as a whole managed 429. Though the quarterback was the headliner, fellow rookies <span>Wyatt Teller</span>, <span>Harrison Phillips</span> and <span>Tremaine Edmunds</span> also had noteworthy performances. More about the performance of each rookie below.</p>
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<h3 id="5VwZui">QB <span>Josh Allen</span>
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<p id="WyOtCN">It was a tale of two halves for the rookie from Wyoming. In the first half, the quarterback’s eyes were too big — always waiting for the big play, when a check down was the better option — or he was being let down by his sieve of an offensive line. He finished that half with five completions for 52 yards. In the second, particularly during crunch time in the fourth quarter, <span>Allen</span> started to complete passes in the pocket. He started to step into his throws and complete passes with accuracy. He trusted his eyes. If he left the pocket to run, it was because the pass rush was truly bearing down on him. Despite not coming away with a victory, the Dolphins game represented the biggest step forward <span>Allen</span> has made all year.</p>
<h3 id="gG6js5">LB <span>Tremaine Edmunds</span>
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<p id="ZiYIkU">The Bills linebackers, particularly the rookie Edmunds, continue to be victims of eye-candy in the opposing backfield. The Dolphin’s fake motions got the linebacker to hesitate on a ten-yard <span>Brandon Bolden</span> run in the opening drive and then again on a wildcat run late in the second quarter. The former Virginia Tech Hokie ability in coverage more than made up for any deficiencies. In the first quarter, Edmunds’ presence in the middle of the field forced Tannehill to hold on to the ball long enough to get sacked by Trent Murphy. In the third quarter, he batted down a pass on a third and eight. The Dolphins weren’t able to get much going on offense, so the rookie deserves credit. </p>
<h3 id="hlrldn">DT <span>Harrison Phillips</span>
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<p id="sQZH4p">Phillips had his regular share of flash plays against the run, and continues to be feckless against the pass, but a particular sequence in the second quarter was noteworthy. With 2:56 left, Phillips drew a hold by Miami’s Jake Brendel. Unfortunately, the rookie’s reaction to the hold was to flail his legs and arms, tripping <span>Kalen Ballage</span> in the process, forcing the refs to call an offsetting penalty. A penalty there may have short-circuited the Dolphins second touchdown drive.</p>
<h3 id="6b9jMh">CB <span>Taron Johnson</span>
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<p id="DBMGfr">Another commanding performance for the rookie slot corner. <span>Johnson</span> didn’t give up many completions, and the ones he did concede came when he was a tick too slow in underneath zone coverage. He needs to do a better job anticipating the quarterback in those situations. Johnson also couldn’t quite hold on to <span>Frank Gore</span> on one play in the third quarter, which resulted in an eight-yard gain. </p>
<h3 id="KUcdce">OG <span>Wyatt Teller</span>
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<p id="AaGbjt">Again playing 100 percent of the snaps on offense, Teller’s play was somewhat mediocre. He was called for a few holding penalties and was less than effective at blocking linebackers at the second level, but the rookie left guard held his own on a day when the rest of the line was crashing down all around him. Teller’s play has been an improvement over Vlad Ducasse, but only just.</p>
<h3 id="xCdS4M">S <span>Siran Neal</span>
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<p id="fvj2Fx"><span>Neal</span>’s play on special teams finally stood out — for the wrong reason. With the Dolphins punting late in the second quarter, Neal and Laffayette Pitts were completely unaware of the punt's trajectory, knocking into Isaiah Mckenzie and causing a muffed punt. Not a good way to impress the coaches.</p>
<h3 id="gam82j">WR <span>Robert Foster</span>
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<p id="xqoxEn"><span>Foster</span>’s streak of exceptional play continued against Miami, even though he only caught a single pass. <span>Allen</span> missed him multiple times, none bigger then on what would have been a 65-yard touchdown pass in the fourth quarter. The rookie’s ability to run different types of routes has really improved. The coaching staff clearly trusts him to get open on slants, digs and outs and he’s been rewarding that trust.</p>
<h3 id="HqcxF3">CB <span>Levi Wallace</span>
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<p id="6QWGug">The coaching staff obviously doesn’t trust <span>Wallace</span> in coverage, which can be deduced from his coverage technique. Often, the undrafted rookie would set up in bail technique, sacrificing underneath completions in order to defend the deep ball. As a result, Wallace gave up his fair share of completions to wide receivers in his coverage area. Truly, it’s hard to blame him for those completions when it’s on the coaching staff for playing him that way. At least Wallace had an appetite for contact, as he finished third on the team in tackles. </p>
<h3 id="6jb9ri">OG <span>Ike Boettger</span>
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<p id="iL6ywv">The former Iowa Hawkeye was finally active for a regular season game, and even saw snaps when the Bills brought in a 6th lineman. <span>Boettger</span>’s eight snaps didn’t result in any massive mistakes, which is all you can really expect of the young player.</p>
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<ul><li id="xx698s">2018 sixth-round pick Ray-Ray McCloud III was inactive against the Dolphins.</li></ul>
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<p id="AbqMwr">The <a href="https://www.buffalorumblings.com/">Buffalo Bills</a> have moved on to the 2019 offseason, or at least that’s how I read it with the release of wide receivers <span>Kelvin Benjamin</span> and Andre Holmes. In this week’s podcast we tackle the move as well as replacement options, the penalties plaguing Buffalo, and a whole host of other topics you don’t want to miss.</p>
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<p id="q1FGX3">The first segment is the “Question I’ve Been Getting A Lot”. In my daily conversations in real life or on Twitter, this is what most folks are asking me about. This week, it centers on the game against the <a href="https://www.thephinsider.com/">Miami Dolphins</a>: “Are you encouraged by the effort against Miami or disappointed in the loss?”</p>
<p id="RrqkHQ">I was definitely encouraged. The defense gave up 175 yards, the offense gained a bunch of yards and had long, sustained scoring drives. The biggest problems were on special teams and mostly correctable. The other big problem - penalties - is something that’s going to be addressed this offseason as the talent level rises on the team.</p>
<p id="tq7xvP">The way rookie quarterback <span>Josh Allen</span> is progressing, I’m very happy. He slid when he ran this week and he had some absolutely great “Big Boy” throws as I call them. It seems like anything can happen when he’s on the field. Hail Mary passes, 3rd and long, 4th downs, guy in his face... everything is possible on every play. That’s exciting to watch for the present and the future. </p>
<p id="c1mLwA">If Charles Clay, their 9-million-dollar tight end, catches a pass that hits him in the hands, most Bills fans are stumbling over themselves to say how great this team is playing. I’m not letting one drop plus 4 points off the board from missed kicks and a gifted touchdown on a muffed punt take away how the rest of the team played on Sunday.</p>
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<p id="MdVN55">We spend a great deal of time discussing <span>Kelvin Benjamin</span> on the podcast this week. <span>Benjamin</span> was released on Tuesday so we went in and recorded an entire segment on potential replacements in the 2019 <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/nfl-draft">NFL Draft</a> for you with some help from Grif.</p>
<p id="AEIRrc">Here are the players Grif is looking at on Days 2 and 3 of the 2019 NFL Draft:</p>
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<p id="TlWrAR">Hakeem Butler, Iowa State - Dominant at the catch point, jump ball specialist, major speed/separation questions</p>
<p id="jSffjv">Marquise Brown, Oklahoma - Deep speed threat, surprisingly good running routes, injury and hands concerns</p>
<p id="2Y2PL6">Deebo Samuel, South Carolina - Small, versatile, quicker-than-fast, great hands, major injury red flags</p>
<p id="0s0IZs">Preston Williams, Colorado State - Hugely productive, ideal height/weight/speed, easily separates, above-average hands, off-field red flags (harassment/restraining order)</p>
<p id="7xHcaw">DK Metcalf, Ole Miss - Great size and speed, flashes ability at the catch point, raw and underdeveloped route tree, out with a neck injury and won’t be participating in offseason events as a result.</p>
<p id="BtqngV">The class as a whole lacks top-flight, sure-things at the top of the draft, but there will be a vast middle-class of players available the last two days.</p>
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<p id="joqFOt">We’ve got two questions from Great Britain on the show, as well. One is about <span>Robert Foster</span> and <span>Isaiah McKenzie</span>, the other is about the number of penalties on the roster. So it’s a jam-packed episode for you to listen to, Bills fans.</p>
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https://www.buffalorumblings.com/2018/12/5/18127102/buffalo-bills-wide-receiver-encouragement-miami-dolphins-josh-allen-kelvin-benjamin-2019-nfl-draftMatt Warren2018-12-05T08:15:05-05:002018-12-05T08:15:05-05:00Not much change with Week 14’s power rankings
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<p>However, one outlet actually moves the Bills up one spot</p> <p id="5WQAEg">After a crushing loss on a failed fourth-down play to the <a href="https://www.thephinsider.com/">Miami Dolphins</a>, the <a href="https://www.buffalorumblings.com/">Buffalo Bills</a> weren't lambasted by the national media in this week’s power rankings. There wasn't a whole lot of movement for the Bills and it feels as if they might be stuck in the mud like this for the remainder of the season. </p>
<p id="xI3Ahe"><a href="http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/25444505/week-14-2018-nfl-power-rankings-where-all-32-teams-rank-no-1-almost">ESPN</a> keeps the Bills stagnant at 28th overall after the loss and the Dolphins move up just one spot to 20th overall for the season. Their stat for this week is what teams are number-one in the NFL for. </p>
<blockquote><p id="SSdmge">“<strong>We’re No. 1 in:</strong> Passing yards allowed per game. The Bills have the NFL’s best pass defense, allowing only 187.2 yards per game. That is not simply a function of low opponent passing volume against the Bills, who have been outscored by 115 points this season. Buffalo is allowing a league-low 9.24 yards per completion. -- <em>Mike Rodak”</em></p></blockquote>
<p id="GjTeao"><a href="http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000996083/article/nfl-power-rankings-week-14-saints-still-at-no-1-despite-loss">NFL.com</a> actually moved the Bills up one spot from 24th to 23rd, while the Dolphins moved up three spots to 20th. They credit <span>Josh Allen</span> for keeping that fourth-down play alive and criticize <span>Charles Clay</span> for not making the catch. </p>
<p id="Bvnp7y"><a href="https://www.si.com/nfl/2018/12/04/nfl-power-rankings-2018"><em>Sports Illustrated</em>’s Monday Morning Quarterback </a>had nine of their writers vote this week on their power rankings. They moved back one spot from last week to 27th, while receiving three votes to stay in their previous 26th spot. The Dolphins moved up two spots to 20th. </p>
<p id="c4lieA"><a href="https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/nfl-week-14-power-rankings-streaking-texans-are-legit-super-bowl-contenders-after-starting-season-0-3/">CBS Sports</a> holds the Bills steady at 27th overall and again are adamant that the team fights and fights hard every week for Sean McDermott.</p>
<blockquote><p id="9IvkGL">“They battle every week, which is a good sign for Sean McDermott. Now it’s time to get him more talent.”</p></blockquote>
<p id="pi3bpK">The Dolphins jump up three spots to 17th overall. </p>
<p id="Z0NYX2">The biggest change for both teams comes at the hands of <a href="https://www.sbnation.com/nfl/2018/12/4/18124739/nfl-power-rankings-week-14-rams-cowboys-chargers-patriots">SB Nation</a>, where the Bills move back three spots to 29th and the Dolphins drop five spots from 21st to 26th after a win.</p>
https://www.buffalorumblings.com/2018/12/5/18125928/not-much-change-along-power-rankings-for-week-14-buffalo-bills-miami-dolphins-nfl-espn-cbs-sportsDylan Zadonowicz2018-12-05T08:00:01-05:002018-12-05T08:00:01-05:00Bills Links, 12/5: Major shake-up at wide receiver
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<p>Kelvin Benjamin and Andre Holmes have been released by the Bills</p> <p id="x9DTXF">The <span>Kelvin Benjamin</span> era is officially over with the <a href="https://www.buffalorumblings.com/">Buffalo Bills</a>.</p>
<p id="iZg4GL">The team officially announced the move on Tuesday, along with the release of <span>Andre Holmes</span>. Many speculated that the team would part ways with the under-performing wideout during the off-season, but the Bills decided they had seen enough. Today’s links include all of the coverage, as well as updates on <span>Josh Allen</span> and much more.</p>
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<p id="U485xa"><a href="https://www.buffalobills.com/news/bills-make-a-series-of-roster-moves">Bills release WR Kelvin Benjamin in a series of roster moves - BuffaloBills.com</a><br>Veteran wide receivers <span>Kelvin Benjamin</span> and <span>Andre Holmes</span> were released on Tuesday. Defensive end <span>Mike Love</span> and cornerback <span>Denzel Rice</span> were promoted to the 53-man roster.</p>
<p id="14c38j"><a href="https://www.newyorkupstate.com/buffalo-bills/index.ssf/2018/12/bills_release_receivers_kelvin_benjamin_and_andre_holmes.html#incart_river_index">Bills release receivers Kelvin Benjamin and Andre Holmes | NewYorkUpstate.com</a><br>Benjamin caught just 23 passes for 354 yards and one touchdown in 12 games this season.</p>
<p id="pLAQWa"><a href="https://buffalonews.com/2018/12/04/vic-carucci-and-adam-benigni-on-bills-release-of-kelvin-benjamin/">Vic Carucci and Adam Benigni on Bills’ release of Kelvin Benjamin – The Buffalo News</a><br>Vic Carucci offers his take on the Buffalo Bills’ decision Tuesday to release wide receiver Kelvin Benjamin.</p>
<p id="qbVOh0"><a href="https://buffalonews.com/2018/12/04/twitter-reacts-to-kelvin-benjamins-release/">Twitter reacts to Bills releasing Kelvin Benjamin – The Buffalo News</a><br>The Buffalo Bills released wide receiver Kelvin Benjamin on Tuesday, and social media was abuzz. Here are some reactions.</p>
<p id="xGv7j2"><a href="https://buffalonews.com/2018/12/04/buffalo-bills-kelvin-benjamin-zay-jones-sean-mcdermott-brandon-beane-nfl/">Vic Carucci: Timing of Benjamin’s release Bills’ emphatic admission of mistake – The Buffalo News</a><br>Kelvin Benjamin’s release from the Buffalo Bills Tuesday was a matter of when, not if.</p>
<p id="RRBjGe"><a href="https://www.buffalobills.com/news/5-noteworthy-numbers-on-josh-allen-s-rushing-totals-the-bills-defense-and-more-f">5 noteworthy numbers on Josh Allen's rushing totals, the Bills defense and more from Week 13 - BuffaloBills.com</a><br><span>Josh Allen</span>'s 389 rushing yards ranks in the top 10 for NFL rookie quarterbacks since 1970. Chris Brown projects on how high he can climb with four games remaining in his rookie season.</p>
<p id="Z5ZV7J"><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=66960X1641776&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Ftheathletic.com%2F692947%2F2018%2F12%2F04%2Fwhat-we-saw-from-josh-allen-against-the-dolphins-that-the-numbers-didnt-show%2F&referrer=sbnation.com&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.buffalorumblings.com%2F2018%2F12%2F5%2F18126414%2Fbuffalo-bills-links-12-5-major-wide-receiver-shake-up-for-the-bills-kelvin-benjamin-andre-holmes" rel="sponsored nofollow noopener" target="_blank">What we saw from Josh Allen against the Dolphins that the numbers didn’t show – The Athletic</a><br>Allen’s 54.5 percent completion rate on Sunday doesn’t reflect the impressive growth that people who watched his college film and the game against the Dolphins have seen. (Subscription required.)</p>
<p id="ei348M"><a href="https://www.wkbw.com/sports/bills/joe-b-buffalo-bills-all-22-review-week-13-vs-miami-dolphins">Joe B: Buffalo Bills All-22 Review - Week 13 vs. Miami Dolphins - WKBW.com Buffalo, NY</a><br>The Buffalo Bills fell just short of winning a third straight game, but even in the loss, Josh Allen was incredibly impressive.</p>
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<p id="KVcg4U"><a href="https://www.buffalorumblings.com/2018/12/4/18125426/buffalo-bills-rookie-quarterback-josh-allen-continues-to-do-great-things-as-a-runner">Buffalo Bills rookie QB Josh Allen continues to do great things as a runner - Buffalo Rumblings</a><br>The rookie moved into 10th place in franchise history for career rushing yards by a quarterback.</p>
<p id="LIUJEK"><a href="https://www.buffalorumblings.com/2018/12/4/18124929/buffalo-bills-quarterback-josh-allen-dominates-fantasy-football-scoring-in-week-13-zay-jones">Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen dominates fantasy football scoring in Week 13 with Zay Jones top-five wide receiver - Buffalo Rumblings</a><br>The rookie scored more fantasy points than every quarterback other than <span>Patrick Mahomes</span> this week.</p>
<p id="ChsvvF"><a href="https://www.buffalorumblings.com/2018/12/4/18125404/billieve-podcast-buffalo-bills-miami-dolphins-josh-allen-single-handedly-leads-bills-offense">Billieve Podcast: Josh Allen single-handedly leads Buffalo Bills offense to near-victory - Buffalo Rumblings</a><br>The rookie quarterback continues to impress.</p>
https://www.buffalorumblings.com/2018/12/5/18126414/buffalo-bills-links-12-5-major-wide-receiver-shake-up-for-the-bills-kelvin-benjamin-andre-holmesAnthony Marino