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The Buffalo Bills earned the second seed in the AFC with a 13-4 record thanks in large part to an MVP-caliber season from quarterback Josh Allen and a balanced offensive attack that made NFL history in 2024. The Bills became the first team to ever record 30 passing touchdowns and 30 rushing touchdowns in a […]

As the Buffalo Bills prepare for their Week 18 clash with the New England Patriots, the spotlight turns to Gillette Stadium. Although the AFC playoff picture is mostly set, this divisional matchup offers Buffalo a chance to fine-tune their strategy and make a statement to the rest of the league. Securing a win would not […]

It was a clash of franchises that became huge in the ’90s on Sunday when the Buffalo Bills faced off against the Detroit Lions and their feared running back duo of Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery, better known these days as “Sonic and Knuckles”. So named after the classic Sega characters due to Gibbs’ speed […]

The bad news for the Buffalo Bills is that they allowed the Detroit Lions to rack up 41 points, which would normally be plenty to secure a victory for the opposition. The good news, however, is that the Bills emerged victorious by taking advantage of a decimated Lions defense. They picked up a 48-42 victory, […]

The Buffalo Bills lost to the Los Angeles Rams 44-42 in Week 14. It is just the third loss of the season for Buffalo but it greatly impacts their ability to clinch the one seed in the AFC. There were certainly bright spots, including a historic performance from Josh Allen, but there were negatives too. […]

With a Buffalo Bills Week 14 game coming up against the Los Angeles Rams, all eyes are going to be on the 10-2 Bills to see if they can continue their winning streak — which currently sits at seven games after a 35-10 demolition of the San Francisco 49ers in the snow in Week 13. […]

It’s tough to go undefeated in the NFL. The Kansas City Chiefs found that out the hard way in Week 11 thanks to the Buffalo Bills, who beat them 31-20 and handed them their first loss of the 2024 season. Beating the Chiefs is a big deal for Buffalo, but the way this one went […]

Most NFL fans are under the belief that the Kansas City Chiefs have dominated the Buffalo Bills in recent years. However, the Bills have held their own, winning 3 of the last 6 meetings between the two teams. As the two teams are set to meet in Week 11 at High Mark Stadium, Bills fans […]

The Buffalo Bills narrowly pulled out a 23-20 victory on Monday night against the New York Jets despite a long list of injuries that limited them on both sides of the ball. Most notably, running back James Cook was a surprise scratch for the AFC East clash after dealing with a toe injury. The Bills […]

Following what felt like an early-season must-win game against the New York Jets this past Monday, the Buffalo Bills will return to Western New York this Sunday after three consecutive road games for a home contest against the struggling 1-4 Tennessee Titans. Absent from Buffalo’s win against the Jets was running back James Cook, who […]

As the NFL world eagerly anticipated one of the biggest matchups of Week 6, the Buffalo Bills against the New York Jets in the “Battle of New York” – fittingly played in East Rutherford, New Jersey –  Josh Allen’s team has been hit with a crushing blow, as he will be without one of his […]

With Buffalo Bills star James Cook questionable going into Monday night’s matchup against the New York Jets, the team has announced they will elevate Frank Gore Jr., the son of the retired and productive running back, to the main roster according to Adam Schefter. The Bills kept Gore Jr. on their practice squad after an […]

The Buffalo Bills have suffered a pair of disappointing losses after racing out to a 3-0 start to the new season, and they will be looking to get back on track in their Week 6 Monday Night Football matchup with the New York Jets. The Bills are dealing with a couple of big injuries, though, […]

The Buffalo Bills offense experienced some significant changes in the lead up to the 2024 season. Four-time Pro Bowl receiver Stefon Diggs was traded to the Houston Texans. Gabe Davis signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars. There was even turnover in the running back room as Latavius Murray and Damian Harris are no longer with the […]

The name of the game in fantasy football is workload, and drafting the right running backs relies on a steady diet of touches. Catching passes out of the backfield certainly helps improve a ceiling for a back, but overall touches is an important metric when developing a draft strategy. But which running backs will gain […]

The 2024 NFL season is right around the corner, which means that fantasy football is close to getting started too. In some cases, folks are probably already drafting, which means it’s extremely important to know what your draft board looks like. A key to building a good team is identifying potential breakout candidates, and there […]

We all know that the success or failure of the Buffalo Bills’ 2024 season comes down to one man, Josh Allen. If Allen is great, the Bills could be great, too. If Allen is bad, the team will be sitting home come January. The question is, though, who does Allen rely on to help make […]

Buffalo Bills linebacker Von Miller won a Super Bowl in Denver and has seen his star dim among NFL fans in the ensuing years. Miller is still one of the most talented players in the NFL at age 35, but injuries have derailed his chances to help Buffalo become a Super Bowl champion in the […]

James Cook has been with the Buffalo Bills for two seasons now, and he had a huge campaign last year. His rookie season was solid as he rushed for 507 yards on 89 attempts and added two touchdowns, but he took a big leap last year. In 2023, Cook carried the ball 237 times and […]

Nick Saban ended his unmatched Alabama football tenure narrowly losing to eventual national champion Michigan in the College Football Playoff. His decline is what few modern coaches could even call their pinnacle. But was it all scripted? Pro Bowl running back and former Georgia Bulldogs star James Cook believes the CFP Selection Committee saw the […]

The Buffalo Bills finished the season with a disappointing playoff loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Josh Allen’s 3-1 all-time regular season record against Chiefs superstar Patrick Mahomes wasn’t enough to stave off Mahomes, Kelce, and Coach Andy Reid as the Bills fell at home. After the game Travis Kelce revealed what he told Josh […]

Alright, Bills Mafia, strap yourselves in because the 2023 playoffs are a rollercoaster ride you won’t want to miss! The Buffalo Bills, fresh off a 12-6 season and AFC East crown, are back with their sights set on the Lombardi Trophy. Enter the Kansas City Chiefs, a familiar foe with unfinished business. Josh Allen vs. […]

The Buffalo Bills are set to square off against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, January 14 at 1 p.m. in hopes of advancing to the second round of the 2024 NFL Playoffs. The Bills quietly had a solid year in 2024 as they captured the AFC East Division crown, beating out the Miami Dolphins. Recently, […]

Sure, most fantasy football leagues concluded last week. However, some resilient leagues are still navigating through the homestretch of the regular season. For those steadfastly competing, our Week 18 fantasy football running back rankings are here to bolster your strategic approach. We will pinpoint reliable ball carriers who have the potential to secure a victory […]

There is no doubt that the Buffalo Bills are in for an interesting next couple of weeks in terms of their position in the playoffs, their final two games, and even their chances at the AFC East. It all starts tomorrow in the Bills Week 17 matchup where they face the New England Patriots. While […]

In a hard-fought battle during Week 16 of the 2023 NFL season, the Buffalo Bills managed to secure a 24-22 win over the Los Angeles Chargers. Sure, the victory brought a sigh of relief to the team and its supporters. However, it also highlighted persisting worries that the Bills must confront as they navigate the […]

With many teams in the thick of their fantasy football playoffs, the stakes are the highest they’ve been all season across fantasy football leagues. This weekend’s games could make or break seasons, so it’s crucial that fantasy managers make the right decisions. Picking starting and flex running backs is among one of those most important […]

In what was a whirlwind of a game Sunday afternoon as the Buffalo Bills went into Arrowhead Stadium and beat the defending Super Bowl Champions in the Kansas City Chiefs by a score of 20-17. There’s no doubt that the contest came down to a controversial call at the end where a game-winning touchdown was […]

The Buffalo Bills are trying to improve their AFC Standing as they take on the Denver Broncos for Monday Night Football. The Bills started their Week 10 matchup rough though. The Broncos have the early lead and RB James Cook fumbled the ball which led to an apparent benching. Cook’s break from the game has […]

Week 8 of the 2023 NFL season is now over, and your fantasy football team has an identity. Whether you are a full-on contender, looking to compete, or pulling the plug and potentially throwing in the towel, our Week 8 panic meter can help out your roster. As always, the following list provides cases for […]

The Buffalo Bills made headlines Monday when they signed running back Leonard Fournette to provide depth to the room currently consisting of starter James Cook and Latavius Murray according to Jordan Schultz. It’s definitely a major signing, and as always with those type of news on the offensive side of the ball, there is going […]

The Buffalo Bills are nearing an agreement to sign free agent running back Leonard Fournette, according to Jordan Schultz of Bleacher Report. Fournette will be signed to the practice squad to ramp up for his eventual debut, according to Schultz. How should fantasy football players react to the signing? Let’s break it down. What to […]

Injuries continue to ravage your fantasy football rosters, and Week 6 saw quite a few big pieces drop. Christian McCaffrey, Deebo Samuel, Justin Fields, and others went down with injuries, with no real timetables known about their return, and these injuries impact not just their fantasy stock, but that of the players around them. As […]

Injuries galore made for a not-so-great Week 5 of the 2023 NFL season, muddying the waters even more for your fantasy football rosters. With the onslaught of bye weeks starting to hit teams as well, finding the right players to invest in and the right players to move on from is key. As always, the […]

After picking up their first win of the season over the Las Vegas Raiders, the Buffalo Bills are now looking to make it a winning streak against the Washington Commanders in Week 3. Luckily for the Bills, Buffalo’s offense seems they’ll be in full gear for their Commanders showdown. Every player on the Bills injury […]

The Buffalo Bills are just days away from beginning what feels like one of the most important seasons in franchise history. Now, you could have said the same last year and the many years to come in the Josh Allen era, but the sense of urgency surrounding the 2023-24 campaign cannot be underestimated. They must […]

Dalvin Cook used an NSFW phrase to describe his New York Jets teammate Aaron Rodgers on Thursday. But there’s no question, the comment was made in an endearing way. “He’s as cool as s**t,” Cook told reporters, wearing a big smile. “He’s just one of those guys that you could probably go talk to him […]

The 2023 NFL season is finally here, and with it comes the excitement of fantasy football. As we gear up for Week 1, it’s time to start thinking about which running backs to start and which ones to sit. In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the top running backs to start […]

With NFL preseason action wrapped up, that means that fantasy football season is in full swing. Drafts are taking place everyday now, and if you haven’t drafted yet, chances are you will be doing so over the next few days. With the season opener less than two weeks away now, fantasy owners should be putting […]