Where the Bills stand in AFC playoff picture after Week 12 Staff and Wire Reports Nov 29, 2021 Nov 29, 2021 Updated Jan 17, 2022 Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) runs with the ball during the third quarter against the New Orleans Saints. James P. McCoy / Buffalo News Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Staff and Wire Reports With New England's victory against Tennessee on Sunday, the Patriots moved a half-game ahead of the Bills for first place in the AFC East. 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Bills roundtable: White's injury, biggest concern, surprise contributor, Allen passing record With Monday's showdown against the New England Patriots looming for the Buffalo Bills, News Bills writers Jay Skurski, Katherine Fitzgerald, M…
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Stefon Diggs' riding buffalo bobblehead goes on sale Monday Stefon Diggs and Buffalo have been a perfect mix, so now comes Stefon Diggs on a buffalo. In bobblehead form.
Bills' Harrison Phillips says he'll 'work through' playing with torn knee ligament Phillips played his best ball of the season in the Bills’ 31-6 victory against the Saints.
Jim Kubiak: How Bills' run game helped Allen, plus breaking down crazy whip route to Diggs The Buffalo Bills and Josh Allen overwhelmed the New Orleans Saints with better play selection, balance and exceptional efficiency on offense …
Mauricio Pochettino - Career in Numbers with the Argentine set to be appointed as Manchester United head coach.
Mauricio Pochettino - Career in Numbers with the Argentine set to be appointed as Manchester United head coach.
Mauricio Pochettino - Career in Numbers with the Argentine set to be appointed as Manchester United head coach.
Mauricio Pochettino - Career in Numbers with the Argentine set to be appointed as Manchester United head coach.