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Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Bills Free Agent Addition Addresses PED Suspension
Bills Free Agent Addition Addresses PED Suspension originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Buffalo Bills wanted to address their defensive line in major ways this offseason. They accomplished that goal during the first week of free agency with the signings of Larry Ogunjobi, Joey Bosa, and Michael Hoecht. Advertisement There's just one problem, though. All of them won't be on the practice field for the most part over the next few months. Bosa is dealing with a calf injury that will keep him out until training camp. Ogunjobu and Hoecht, meanwhile, were suspended during the same week they signed their contracts for violating the league's PED policy. On the Ross Tucker Podcast this week, the former Ram in Hoecht explained that he let the Bills know a suspension was coming before he agreed to a deal. And the reason for that was to help Buffalo out with his mistakes. "I think it was wanting to negotiate in good faith," Hoecht said. "It was my mistake. I was careless and put faith in people I shouldn't have put faith in. And I didn't want to play the game of secrecy and hiding it and trying to screw over a team over." Advertisement Hoecht was a swiss army knife for the Rams over the last few seasons. When he's on the field, he should be able to make an immediate impact on the Bills roster. They key will be *when* he hits the field. Suspensions for players that enter a new system are never easy to move on from. And in the case of Hoecht, he will need to show he can play in Buffalo's complex defensive system first. Related: Bills Ex Stefon Diggs Caught In Patriots Controversy Via Boat Video Related: Bills' Sean McDermott Speaks Out On Tush Push This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on May 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
New York Times
5 days ago
- Business
- New York Times
Bills OTAs observations: Joey Bosa already sidelined, Cole Bishop starts fresh
The last time we saw the full Bills roster on a field was when they were exiting the stadium in Kansas City following a heartbreaking three-point loss in the AFC Championship Game. This week, the Bills officially turned the page and began their 2025 preparations. The team began organized team activities Tuesday with a non-contact practice without pads. The Bills had near-perfect attendance from their 90-man roster for the voluntary session, with only top running back James Cook missing, though the Bills said they have remained in touch with him. Advertisement With almost the entire team on hand, it provided the first glimpse of what the 2025 season will look like. Here's what stood out from the first spring practice. When the Bills signed defensive end Joey Bosa to a free-agent contract, they did so knowing the risk involved. Bosa has had a prolific career, but injuries over the last three years led to a sizable discount — given his talent level and career-long productivity — for the Bills to sign him. Bosa has missed 23 regular-season games since 2022, which equals only a 55 percent availability over those three years. When the Bills signed him, they talked about the importance of having a plan in place to keep him available for the entire season, including the all-important playoffs. While the first week of OTAs isn't anywhere close to when they need him healthy, having him unavailable for their first official on-field practice is slightly concerning. Bosa pulled a calf muscle while working out with the Bills last Thursday, and when addressing the situation, Bills coach Sean McDermott said Bosa will 'be out for, more than likely, the foreseeable springtime at least.' The expectation is that he will be out until training camp and probably will be good to go by then. However, McDermott did leave some wiggle room in case Bosa is not ready by late July, saying, 'but understand, it just happened late last week, so we're still in kind of the exploratory phase of what that's gonna mean.' According to the Bills, Bosa was off to a good start in their program before having the setback, which will likely cost him the next two weeks of on-field practices and the three-day mandatory minicamp that begins June 10. McDermott was frank about the situation when asked about his level of worry. 'Listen, it is concerning,' McDermott said. 'Durability, availability are key ties to our roster. So we basically look ahead in terms of what he's doing now, which is getting himself the treatment that he needs, and he's working hard at it. That's all that he can control right now, and we get him back when we get him back.' Advertisement A.J. Epenesa started almost every week in 2024 at right defensive end, and even though he failed to have a breakout year while in that sizable role for the first time, the Bills trust in what they have in him. Should Bosa's injury linger, it could create a situation where Epenesa hangs on to his 'starter' role while ceding snaps to Bosa on obvious passing downs when the veteran is healthy. That's how Buffalo used Epenesa for most of 2024 as well. Time on task and practice reps are extremely important to McDermott and the Bills, so if a player — even an accomplished veteran like Bosa — were to miss a good chunk of practice time leading up to the season, it could cause the staff to pivot on some of its plans. It depends on how Bosa responds to the injury. From the player's health perspective, the Bills are smart to proceed cautiously. If they can get him back for the beginning of training camp, the nine spring practices missed will be quickly forgotten. Getting him back to full strength when practices and season preparations advance in late July and August is most important, especially when the pads come on, so they can start seeing what they really have on the roster. But their awareness of Bosa's injury history could guide a cautious approach for when the team arrives at St. John Fisher University for camp. To the Bills, all that matters is having Bosa ready for the season — but he also needs some practice time so the team will know exactly what its defensive line rotation will look like this season. It's a difficult balancing act, but one the Bills will be forced to operate with given the risk they took in signing him in March — it just hit them a bit earlier than they probably expected. Last year, the Bills used the highest pick on a safety since McDermott and general manager Brandon Beane arrived in 2017. The team chose Cole Bishop with a second-round pick, besting its previous draft investment by a full four rounds. The Bills had taken only two safeties previously, Jaquan Johnson in 2019 and Damar Hamlin in 2021, both of whom were sixth-rounders. So when Bishop's rookie year didn't go as planned because of a multi-week injury that cost him almost all of training camp, it opened the door for Hamlin to begin the year as the starter, and to Hamlin's credit, he hung on to the job the rest of the way. Advertisement However, even while Bishop was mostly out of the lineup, his steady improvement was notable to the coaching staff. It was that faith in how Bishop developed, plus how he played late in the season when given an opportunity, that made the team believe it had someone who could be its long-term starter at safety. The Bills did nothing more than draft a potential safety in the fifth round in Jordan Hancock and sign a pair of low-cost deals with Hamlin and Darrick Forrest. That faith in Bishop has shown some immediate dividends. Just a day into OTAs, it was clear how much more comfortable he looked and sounded in his second year in the scheme. He was extremely quick to read his keys and had the confidence to make instinctive moves to try to play a hunch, either against the run or pass. Ahead of the snap, Bishop was a constant communicator with Taylor Rapp, Taron Johnson, Christian Benford and others. You could hear Bishop's loud, booming voice as clear as day ahead of the snap to try to get everyone on the same page. The confidence in both of those equally important phases is a solid step forward from where things began around this time last year. The Bills have always maintained that safety is one of the more difficult positions for young players to walk into as a rookie, but in his second year, Bishop appears to have stepped up his game in the early stages. The Bills may not have made a significant move at wide receiver this offseason, but they did add a pair of players who offer some skill sets the team lacked last season. Joshua Palmer, who signed a three-year deal, and Elijah Moore, who signed for one year after the draft, provide a potential upgrade to what the Bills had in Amari Cooper and Mack Hollins. Palmer's addition has been seamless so far. He is perfectly suited to the Z-receiver role that did not have a clearly defined leader at any point in 2024. Last year, Cooper and Hollins spent the most time there, but neither is a great separator. Palmer, on the other hand, has a smooth, gliding style in his routes that's a lot quieter than some of the choppy step route runners you'll see. Although Palmer didn't do anything spectacular during the OTA session, his routes were just a bit more natural than anything the Bills had at that spot last season. It would not be surprising if he plays quite a lot in 2025. Of the receivers, Moore was the biggest standout for his on-field performance. The quickness of his feet, specifically leading into and during his route breakdown, helps him generate separation. Once he gets out of that break and turns on the speed, you can see the ease with which he accelerates. He's now several years removed from his 4.35-second 40-yard dash time at the NFL combine, but you can feel how quick he is as he made a few big plays during team drills. Advertisement It's always wise to take spring wideouts, especially at wide receiver, with a grain of salt because players aren't wearing pads and defensive backs aren't allowed to be overly physical with their assignments. Regardless, Moore's speed and ability with the ball in his hands were pretty clear in that setting. His likely best fit for the Bills is either at Z receiver or in the slot. The Bills wasted no time jump-starting their punting competition on the first day of spring practices. The battle between Jake Camarda and Brad Robbins featured each punter receiving six opportunities, and without question, Robbins was the better of the two on Tuesday. He routinely nailed his attempts, specializing in hang time without sacrificing distance. He punted beyond 50 yards on the majority of his attempts, and four of his punts had an unofficial hang time of more than 4.83 seconds. His first attempt hung in the air for 5.24 seconds. On the flip side, Camarda, who is considered the favorite, really struggled to find his form early on. His first punt went 45 yards, but it was a low liner with a 3.54-second hang time. The next one was a bit better at 3.91 seconds with a similar distance, but still nowhere near Robbins'. Camarda then boomed a 69-yard line drive, hitting the 1-yard line but careening into the end zone for a touchback. Camarda's next set of punts was better, highlighted by a 60-yarder that hung in the air for 4.91 seconds. There was just a lot less consistency for Camarda, who averaged four seconds of hang time to Robbins' 4.73 seconds. There's still a long way to go, but it was an impressive start for Robbins. (Photo of Joey Bosa: Harry How / Getty Images)
Time of India
5 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Joey Bosa injury puts early dent in Bills' defensive plans ahead of NFL season
Joey Bosa's absence raises early questions about defensive readiness (Image via Getty) The Buffalo Bills have encountered an early hurdle in their preparations for the upcoming NFL season, as newly signed edge rusher Joey Bosa has been ruled out of offseason training activities due to a calf injury. This development could delay key adjustments in a defense that was expected to be reinforced by the veteran's arrival. Star defender to miss spring workouts after calf injury during OTAs Joey Bosa, a former cornerstone of the Los Angeles Chargers' defense, signed a one-year deal reportedly worth $12.6 million with the Bills this offseason. The move was seen as a strategic boost to the team's defensive unit, which aims to support quarterback Josh Allen in what is considered a crucial season for Buffalo's Super Bowl hopes. — AroundTheNFL (@AroundTheNFL) The 29-year-old suffered the injury during Organized Team Activities (OTAs), a non-contact training period that sets the foundation for training camp in July. While the team expects Bosa to return in time for full camp, his absence over the next several weeks is being viewed with concern, especially given his recent injury history. Over the past three seasons, Bosa has missed significant time due to various physical setbacks, including groin and foot issues. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo The current injury raises questions about his durability and whether the Bills will be able to rely on him through out a demanding 17-game regular season. In his absence, Buffalo is expected to turn to younger edge rushers such as Greg Rousseau, A.J. Epenesa, and Michael Hoecht, along with rookie Landon Jackson, to fill the void. While these players have shown potential, none bring the same level of experience or proven impact that Bosa was expected to deliver. Also read: Chiefs bet big on rookie rushers– Will Norman-Lott and Ashton Gillotte live up to the hype? The Bills, who have made deep playoff runs in recent years but have yet to reach the Super Bowl under Allen, are operating under mounting pressure to capitalize on their championship window. Having a strong defense will be very important since the AFC has both Patrick Mahomes and Joe Burrow leading strong offenses. With training camp still weeks away, the Bills remain hopeful of Bosa's recovery. However, the latest injury underscores the unpredictability of preseason preparations and the importance of roster depth heading into the 2025 NFL campaign. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
New York Post
5 days ago
- Sport
- New York Post
Joey Bosa out for ‘foreseeable' future in Bills injury worry
Joey Bosa is already hurt. The new Bills pass rusher went down with a calf injury last week and is expected to be out until training camp, Buffalo head coach Sean McDermott told reporters on Tuesday. 'He'll be out for more than likely the foreseeable springtime at least and then we'll get into training camp,' McDermott said. 'He should be able to go by training camp. Understand it just happened late last week, so we're still in kind of the exploratory phase of what that's going to mean. Advertisement Chargers linebacker Joey Bosa drinks water before their win over the Raiders on Sept. 8, 2024. AP 'Joey was off to a good start before that, so it's unfortunate to see him go down. But it offers someone else an opportunity to step up and get some quality reps for us as we move forward.' Bosa, 29, is one of the top defensive players in the NFL when healthy but injuries have limited him to just 28 games over the last three seasons. Advertisement 'Listen, it is concerning,' McDermott said. 'Durability, availability are key ties to our roster. We basically look ahead in terms of what he's doing now, which is getting himself the treatment that he needs and he's working hard at it. That's all he can control right now. 'We get him back when we get him back, probably at this point, training camp. We're gonna do the best job we can — and I know he is as well — and just take it one day at a time.' The Chargers' Joey Bosa celebrates after sacking Derek Carr during a 2021 game. AP The five-time Pro Bowler signed a one-year, $12.6 million deal with the Bills in March after spending the first nine seasons of his career with the Chargers. Advertisement After signing with Buffalo, Bosa admitted that 'it's been a tough last few years' for him as far as injuries are concerned, but vowed to compete at a 'high level' when firing on all cylinders. 'I know winning is obviously a huge part of it, but I think I have a lot to prove to people, but mostly just myself. That I can prove to myself that I know the kind of player that I am, and I know I've had some good moments over the last few years, but it's about putting it all together throughout the whole season and being available for my team,' Bosa said. Bosa broke his hand before last season and dealt with a glute strain during the year, but still recorded 17 solo tackles and five sacks across 14 games.
Fox News
5 days ago
- General
- Fox News
QB Kirk Cousins Missing from Falcons OTAs
The Bills put Joey Bosa on the sidelines as he recovers from an injury and Kirk Cousins was absent from the Falcons' first day of practice. #NFL #BuffaloBills #AtlantaFalcons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit Jeffrey Petz
