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Sam Franklin beats spit suspension; Bills still short a safety

Buffalo Bills’ special teams captain Sam Franklin Jr. won his appeal, and the NFL reduced his one-game suspension to a $14,926 fine, the AP reported. That means he’s eligible when the Bills host Baltimore on Nov.

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Will Lamar Jackson Return vs. Bills in Week 8? Buffalo on Crash Course to Face Ravens QB

The Buffalo Bills were hoping to avoid Baltimore Ravens signal-caller Lamar Jackson in Week 8, when the two teams meet at Highmark stadium. However, when the Bills return from their bye next week, it appears Jackson might be ready to go and return from his ankle injury.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / October 25

Are Bills Playing Today? When Is NFL MVP Favorite Josh Allen's Next Game?

The AFC East's first-place team is idle in Week 7. Following a two-win road trip through Los Angeles and Las Vegas, the Buffalo Bills (5-1) embarked on their bye week for some in-season rest and recovery.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / October 25

Bills' Best Asset Not Enough NFL Experts Are Talking About Responsible for 5-1 Start

It's a sometimes forgotten aspect of the game that was emphasized by Buffalo Bills' Hall-of-Fame head coach Marv Levy. For as good as the Bills' offense has been through the first six games of the 2026 season, the special teams have been nearly flawless.

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The 'Rushing-record by NFL team' quiz

How many of the players responsible for the best rushing season in the history of each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active NFL rushing-TD leaders' quiz

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The 'NFL Comeback Players of the Year' quiz

Buffalo Bills News / Viral Sports News / October 25

Former Buffalo Bills RB Has Died

The Buffalo Bills organization and fans remember Lawrence McCutcheon, the veteran running back who closed his playing career in Western New York, following his death on October 23, 2026, at age 76.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / October 24

One NFL Trade Deadline Move Bills Must Make

With the NFL trade deadline approaching, Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane should be working the phones in an attempt to shore up his team's defense.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / October 24

Bills Face Major Test After Bye With One of NFL’s Toughest Schedules

The Buffalo Bills are one of the hottest teams in the NFL right now. First-year head coach Joe Brady has them off to a 5-1 start as they enter their Week 7 bye.

Skyler Bell News / Athlon Sports / October 24

Will the Bills Trade Joshua Palmer? Skyler Bell Is Ready for More Snaps

Buffalo Bills’ receiver room is about to get crowded again, and Joshua Palmer could be the odd man out before the trade deadline. The Bills spent their bye hoping DJ Moore returns from a sprain in his left shoulder, and fourth-round rookie Skyler Bell is waiting behind both of them for real snaps.

Tre'Davious White News / Buffalo Bills on SI / October 24

Bills Brought Tre'Davious White Back, So What's Next Move to Boost Subpar Defense?

It's no secret that the Buffalo Bills' defense needs to improve at multiple positions. The Bills, who are allowing 28.5 points per game, ranks next to last amongst their NFL peers in pass defense (285.8).

Buffalo Bills News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 23

Bills’ Josh Allen gets backhanded compliment in Colin Cowherd’s Caleb Williams praise

The Buffalo Bills probably believe they have the best quarterback in the league, and they definitely have the right to feel so. Josh Allen continues to do the impossible every week, and whether he’s making a play with his arm or his legs, he’s still leading the Bills to victories.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / October 23

CJ Gardner-Johnson Debacle Exposes Bills' Free Agency Failures Under Brandon Beane

It's seems safe to say that safety Chauncey Gardner-Johnson is another swing-and-miss in free agency by Buffalo Bills' general manager Brandon Beane. In addition to subpar performance, Gardner-Johnson's circus act has already produced multiple distractions dating back to training camp.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

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Sam Franklin News / Field Level Media / October 23

Bills' Sam Franklin Jr. wins appeal, suspension reduced to fine

Buffalo Bills safety and special teams captain Sam Franklin Jr. won his appeal to overturn the one-game suspension he initially received from the NFL for allegedly spitting at an opponent.

Sam Franklin News / Larry Brown Sports / October 23

NFL makes final decision on Sam Franklin's suspension

Buffalo Bills defensive back Sam Franklin Jr. was suspended for one game by the NFL, but after the appeal, a new ruling has come in. Hearing officer Hames Thrash announced that Franklin will now face a fine of $14,926 instead of serving a one-game suspension.

Buffalo Bills News / EssentiallySports / October 23

'That’s Crazy to Me': Ex-Bills RB Slams Joe Brady for Publicly Criticizing James Cook’s Fumbling Issues

The Buffalo Bills won 33-30 against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on Sunday. However, Bills head coach Joe Brady caught flak online when he tried to defend safety C.J.

Buffalo Bills News / Athlon Sports / October 22

Keon Coleman Should Stay a Full-Time Starter for the Bills After DJ Moore Returns

Keon Coleman spent the offseason calling 2026 his make-or-break year with the Buffalo Bills. Six games in, the third-year receiver has made a strong case to stay on the field for nearly every snap, and that shouldn’t change once DJ Moore is healthy.

Buffalo Bills News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 22

Bills’ biggest problem to fix during 2026 bye week

The Buffalo Bills enter their 2026 bye week at 5-1, but their record is disguising a problem that could derail a championship pursuit. Their biggest issue is a pass defense that cannot protect the middle of the field or finish possessions.

Buffalo Bills News / The Lead / October 22

Who Should the Bills Add on Defense?

As the trade deadline approaches, the Bills have to decide whether they’re going to make any moves to improve. While the defense has a few internal options, some trade targets make sense, too.

Buffalo Bills News / TWSN / October 22

Buffalo Bills’ Winning Record is Disguising a Dangerous Defensive Problem

The Buffalo Bills are 5-1 and all seems well from the outside. Well, that is if you only look at their record and haven’t watched them play this season.

C.J. Gardner-Johnson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 22

NFL Upheld One-Game Suspension For Bills S C.J. Gardner-Johnson

According to Michael Signora, hearing officer Jordy Nelson has upheld Bills S C.J. Gardner-Johnson‘s one-game suspension. Gardner-Johnson was suspended for one game for spitting towards Raiders players in Week 6.

Buffalo Bills News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 22

1 trade Bills must make during 2026 NFL season bye week

The Buffalo Bills are 5-1. They sit atop the AFC and look every bit like a legitimate Super Bowl contender. However, a strong record can conceal dangerous cracks.

Buffalo Bills News / Lindy's Sports / October 21

Bills sign Tre'Davious White again (why that's bad for Josh Allen)

When the Buffalo Bills need mid-season reinforcements, GM Brandon Beane likes to sign veteran players who have been on the Bills before. Thing is, this astute tactic hasn’t panned out over the last few years, has it?

Joe Brady News / Yardbarker / October 21

Joe Brady has Bills offense cooking, but one problem is holding him back

The Bills are having a strong year with new head coach Joe Brady in command, heading into their bye week with a 5-1 record ahead of their Week 8 game against the Baltimore Ravens. But things could be better.

Super Bowl favorites before Week 7 include only two of NFL's three unbeatens

Two-minute drill: Primetime showdowns, divisional clashes, Eagles lose QB Jalen Hurts for season, more

CJ Gardner-Johnson has been suspended by the NFL

The 'Passing + Rushing TD playoff games' quiz

Buffalo Bills News / Trade Talk Sports / October 20

The Buffalo Bills Are Winning, and Josh Allen Isn’t Doing It Alone

There’s something to be said for a team that keeps finding ways to win when the game gets tight. It’s one thing to beat somebody by three touchdowns. It’s another to reach the final minutes with the outcome uncertain and still find a way to get the job done.

Buffalo Bills News / Larry Brown Sports / October 20

Bills make a move on two-time Pro Bowl cornerback

The Buffalo Bills are running it back with a fan favorite. The team announced on Monday that it signed veteran cornerback Tre’Davious White to its practice squad.