Lance Lysowski
@llysowski.bsky.social
Reporter covering the Buffalo Bills for The Buffalo News.
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James Cook is back in Miami, the city where, at 3 years old, he kept interrupting his brothers' football practice because he wanted to be part of their team.
Miami is also where he blazed his own path, one that helped him become a top NFL running back.
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Miami is also where he blazed his own path, one that helped him become a top NFL running back.
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Bills wide receiver Keon Coleman is officially inactive.
Other inactives for Buffalo tonight in Houston: TE Dalton Kincaid (hamstring), WR Curtis Samuel (elbow/neck), DT Phidarian Mathis (shoulder), OL Chase Lundt, CB Ja'Marcus Ingram.
Other inactives for Buffalo tonight in Houston: TE Dalton Kincaid (hamstring), WR Curtis Samuel (elbow/neck), DT Phidarian Mathis (shoulder), OL Chase Lundt, CB Ja'Marcus Ingram.
Bills left tackle Dion Dawkins told Keon Coleman that it's time to grow up.
If Coleman doesn't learn from his third benching in less than two seasons, the second-year receiver may go down as Brandon Beane's biggest mistake as Bills GM.
My column:
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If Coleman doesn't learn from his third benching in less than two seasons, the second-year receiver may go down as Brandon Beane's biggest mistake as Bills GM.
My column:
buffalonews.com/sports/profe...
Lance Lysowski: Bills didn't need Keon Coleman vs. Bucs, and another benching makes WR look like a whiff
Apparently, Sean McDermott's previous messages didn’t sink in, because Buffalo Bills wide receiver Keon Coleman slipped up again this week. This time, McDermott dropped the hammer Sunday by making Col...
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November 20, 2025 at 11:46 PM
Bills wide receiver Keon Coleman is officially inactive.
Other inactives for Buffalo tonight in Houston: TE Dalton Kincaid (hamstring), WR Curtis Samuel (elbow/neck), DT Phidarian Mathis (shoulder), OL Chase Lundt, CB Ja'Marcus Ingram.
Other inactives for Buffalo tonight in Houston: TE Dalton Kincaid (hamstring), WR Curtis Samuel (elbow/neck), DT Phidarian Mathis (shoulder), OL Chase Lundt, CB Ja'Marcus Ingram.
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From today’s front page — Bills linebacker Terrel Bernard went to high school just 28 miles from NRG Stadium, where he’ll take on the Texans tonight.
On Bernard’s journey from La Porte to Buffalo, and the people that shaped him along the way: buffalonews.com/sports/profe...
On Bernard’s journey from La Porte to Buffalo, and the people that shaped him along the way: buffalonews.com/sports/profe...
November 20, 2025 at 8:31 PM
From today’s front page — Bills linebacker Terrel Bernard went to high school just 28 miles from NRG Stadium, where he’ll take on the Texans tonight.
On Bernard’s journey from La Porte to Buffalo, and the people that shaped him along the way: buffalonews.com/sports/profe...
On Bernard’s journey from La Porte to Buffalo, and the people that shaped him along the way: buffalonews.com/sports/profe...
In Weeks 2 through 9, the Bills' running backs caught just 12 passes from Josh Allen.
They have 13 catches over the past two games. Why the sudden change and how it can help the entire offense:
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They have 13 catches over the past two games. Why the sudden change and how it can help the entire offense:
buffalonews.com/sports/profe...
James Cook, Ty Johnson and Ray Davis could help Bills' passing game reach another level
Ten weeks into the season, Buffalo finally used its running backs the past two games to take pressure off Allen and revive a passing attack that's been surprisingly inconsistent with
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November 20, 2025 at 10:07 PM
In Weeks 2 through 9, the Bills' running backs caught just 12 passes from Josh Allen.
They have 13 catches over the past two games. Why the sudden change and how it can help the entire offense:
buffalonews.com/sports/profe...
They have 13 catches over the past two games. Why the sudden change and how it can help the entire offense:
buffalonews.com/sports/profe...
Rather than play Keon Coleman in Houston, the Bills used Gabe Davis' second practice-squad elevation.
Davis has one remaining. Wide receiver/returner Mecole Hardman Jr. landed on IR with his calf injury. Tight end Keleki Latu also elevated for tonight because Dalton Kincaid is out.
Davis has one remaining. Wide receiver/returner Mecole Hardman Jr. landed on IR with his calf injury. Tight end Keleki Latu also elevated for tonight because Dalton Kincaid is out.
November 20, 2025 at 10:06 PM
Rather than play Keon Coleman in Houston, the Bills used Gabe Davis' second practice-squad elevation.
Davis has one remaining. Wide receiver/returner Mecole Hardman Jr. landed on IR with his calf injury. Tight end Keleki Latu also elevated for tonight because Dalton Kincaid is out.
Davis has one remaining. Wide receiver/returner Mecole Hardman Jr. landed on IR with his calf injury. Tight end Keleki Latu also elevated for tonight because Dalton Kincaid is out.
Bills left tackle Dion Dawkins told Keon Coleman that it's time to grow up.
If Coleman doesn't learn from his third benching in less than two seasons, the second-year receiver may go down as Brandon Beane's biggest mistake as Bills GM.
My column:
buffalonews.com/sports/profe...
If Coleman doesn't learn from his third benching in less than two seasons, the second-year receiver may go down as Brandon Beane's biggest mistake as Bills GM.
My column:
buffalonews.com/sports/profe...
Lance Lysowski: Bills didn't need Keon Coleman vs. Bucs, and another benching makes WR look like a whiff
Apparently, Sean McDermott's previous messages didn’t sink in, because Buffalo Bills wide receiver Keon Coleman slipped up again this week. This time, McDermott dropped the hammer Sunday by making Col...
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November 16, 2025 at 11:08 PM
Bills left tackle Dion Dawkins told Keon Coleman that it's time to grow up.
If Coleman doesn't learn from his third benching in less than two seasons, the second-year receiver may go down as Brandon Beane's biggest mistake as Bills GM.
My column:
buffalonews.com/sports/profe...
If Coleman doesn't learn from his third benching in less than two seasons, the second-year receiver may go down as Brandon Beane's biggest mistake as Bills GM.
My column:
buffalonews.com/sports/profe...
Josh Allen to James Cook for a 25-yard touchdown.
Dime. Cook's first receiving TD of the season. Joe Brady regretted not passing on early downs in Miami. Allen has cut it loose today. Bills lead 31-26 with 3:48 left in the third quarter.
Dime. Cook's first receiving TD of the season. Joe Brady regretted not passing on early downs in Miami. Allen has cut it loose today. Bills lead 31-26 with 3:48 left in the third quarter.
November 16, 2025 at 8:21 PM
Josh Allen to James Cook for a 25-yard touchdown.
Dime. Cook's first receiving TD of the season. Joe Brady regretted not passing on early downs in Miami. Allen has cut it loose today. Bills lead 31-26 with 3:48 left in the third quarter.
Dime. Cook's first receiving TD of the season. Joe Brady regretted not passing on early downs in Miami. Allen has cut it loose today. Bills lead 31-26 with 3:48 left in the third quarter.
Another interception by Bills safety Cole Bishop.
Dove to make the play on third down. Buffalo had a spy for Mayfield. He forced the throw and Bishop made him pay.
Bills take over at TB's 25-yard line.
Dove to make the play on third down. Buffalo had a spy for Mayfield. He forced the throw and Bishop made him pay.
Bills take over at TB's 25-yard line.
November 16, 2025 at 8:19 PM
Another interception by Bills safety Cole Bishop.
Dove to make the play on third down. Buffalo had a spy for Mayfield. He forced the throw and Bishop made him pay.
Bills take over at TB's 25-yard line.
Dove to make the play on third down. Buffalo had a spy for Mayfield. He forced the throw and Bishop made him pay.
Bills take over at TB's 25-yard line.
Ty Johnson turns a short catch in to a 52-yard touchdown with 36 seconds left in the second quarter.
Khalil Shakir and Curtis Samuel with phenomenal blocks on the perimeter to spring Johnson. Bills lead 21-17.
Khalil Shakir and Curtis Samuel with phenomenal blocks on the perimeter to spring Johnson. Bills lead 21-17.
November 16, 2025 at 7:25 PM
Ty Johnson turns a short catch in to a 52-yard touchdown with 36 seconds left in the second quarter.
Khalil Shakir and Curtis Samuel with phenomenal blocks on the perimeter to spring Johnson. Bills lead 21-17.
Khalil Shakir and Curtis Samuel with phenomenal blocks on the perimeter to spring Johnson. Bills lead 21-17.
Sean Tucker untouched for a 43-yard touchdown.
The Bills' defense is in deep trouble today if they can't stop the run. Good luck containing Baker Mayfield if you can't bottle up Tucker and Rachaad White.
Bucs lead 17-14.
The Bills' defense is in deep trouble today if they can't stop the run. Good luck containing Baker Mayfield if you can't bottle up Tucker and Rachaad White.
Bucs lead 17-14.
November 16, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Sean Tucker untouched for a 43-yard touchdown.
The Bills' defense is in deep trouble today if they can't stop the run. Good luck containing Baker Mayfield if you can't bottle up Tucker and Rachaad White.
Bucs lead 17-14.
The Bills' defense is in deep trouble today if they can't stop the run. Good luck containing Baker Mayfield if you can't bottle up Tucker and Rachaad White.
Bucs lead 17-14.
Josh Allen was in trouble, until he saw a wide-open Tyrell Shavers, who got behind the Buccaneers' defense to catch a 43-yard TD.
Bills lead 14-10 with 8:52 left in the second quarter.
Bills lead 14-10 with 8:52 left in the second quarter.
November 16, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Josh Allen was in trouble, until he saw a wide-open Tyrell Shavers, who got behind the Buccaneers' defense to catch a 43-yard TD.
Bills lead 14-10 with 8:52 left in the second quarter.
Bills lead 14-10 with 8:52 left in the second quarter.
In addition to Keon Coleman, the Bills' inactives are WR Elijah Moore, LB Shaq Thompson (hamstring), CB Ja'Marcus Ingram, DT Phidarian Mathis (shoulder), OL Chase Lundt and TE Dalton Kincaid (hamstring).
Taron Johnson and Cam Lewis are good to go.
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Taron Johnson and Cam Lewis are good to go.
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Keon Coleman inactive as Bills shake up receiving corps for Bucs game
Gabe Davis, a 26-year-old receiver who caught 21 touchdown passes from Allen during his previous stint in Buffalo, got elevated from the practice squad to the active roster to face the Buccaneers.
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November 16, 2025 at 4:33 PM
In addition to Keon Coleman, the Bills' inactives are WR Elijah Moore, LB Shaq Thompson (hamstring), CB Ja'Marcus Ingram, DT Phidarian Mathis (shoulder), OL Chase Lundt and TE Dalton Kincaid (hamstring).
Taron Johnson and Cam Lewis are good to go.
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Taron Johnson and Cam Lewis are good to go.
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The Bills signed WR Mecole Hardman to the active roster and released CB/KR Brandon Codrington.
DT T.J. Sanders was also activated from injured reserve. WR Gabe Davis and TE Keleki Latu elevated from the practice squad for Sunday.
DT T.J. Sanders was also activated from injured reserve. WR Gabe Davis and TE Keleki Latu elevated from the practice squad for Sunday.
November 15, 2025 at 9:03 PM
The Bills signed WR Mecole Hardman to the active roster and released CB/KR Brandon Codrington.
DT T.J. Sanders was also activated from injured reserve. WR Gabe Davis and TE Keleki Latu elevated from the practice squad for Sunday.
DT T.J. Sanders was also activated from injured reserve. WR Gabe Davis and TE Keleki Latu elevated from the practice squad for Sunday.
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For the first time in his NFL career, Bills cornerback Maxwell Hairston got beat.
"I touched the stove and got burnt by the stove."
How the 1st-round pick learned from his mistake vs. Waddle, plus more details on how he mentally prepared for his chance.
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"I touched the stove and got burnt by the stove."
How the 1st-round pick learned from his mistake vs. Waddle, plus more details on how he mentally prepared for his chance.
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Maxwell Hairston got beat. His response bodes well for the Bills' secondary
Mistakes are inevitable. Everyone gets beat. But how a cornerback responds to failure can define their career. To succeed, they must learn, correct and move on.
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November 14, 2025 at 5:17 PM
For the first time in his NFL career, Bills cornerback Maxwell Hairston got beat.
"I touched the stove and got burnt by the stove."
How the 1st-round pick learned from his mistake vs. Waddle, plus more details on how he mentally prepared for his chance.
buffalonews.com/sports/profe...
"I touched the stove and got burnt by the stove."
How the 1st-round pick learned from his mistake vs. Waddle, plus more details on how he mentally prepared for his chance.
buffalonews.com/sports/profe...
For the first time in his NFL career, Bills cornerback Maxwell Hairston got beat.
"I touched the stove and got burnt by the stove."
How the 1st-round pick learned from his mistake vs. Waddle, plus more details on how he mentally prepared for his chance.
buffalonews.com/sports/profe...
"I touched the stove and got burnt by the stove."
How the 1st-round pick learned from his mistake vs. Waddle, plus more details on how he mentally prepared for his chance.
buffalonews.com/sports/profe...
Maxwell Hairston got beat. His response bodes well for the Bills' secondary
Mistakes are inevitable. Everyone gets beat. But how a cornerback responds to failure can define their career. To succeed, they must learn, correct and move on.
buffalonews.com
November 14, 2025 at 5:17 PM
For the first time in his NFL career, Bills cornerback Maxwell Hairston got beat.
"I touched the stove and got burnt by the stove."
How the 1st-round pick learned from his mistake vs. Waddle, plus more details on how he mentally prepared for his chance.
buffalonews.com/sports/profe...
"I touched the stove and got burnt by the stove."
How the 1st-round pick learned from his mistake vs. Waddle, plus more details on how he mentally prepared for his chance.
buffalonews.com/sports/profe...
Sean McDermott on wide receiver Mecole Hardman, who joined the Bills' practice squad:
"The speed element is real, having gone against him. He hasn't played in a little bit of time here, so we have to take it one day at a time. I'm really interested to see if he can help us."
"The speed element is real, having gone against him. He hasn't played in a little bit of time here, so we have to take it one day at a time. I'm really interested to see if he can help us."
November 12, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Sean McDermott on wide receiver Mecole Hardman, who joined the Bills' practice squad:
"The speed element is real, having gone against him. He hasn't played in a little bit of time here, so we have to take it one day at a time. I'm really interested to see if he can help us."
"The speed element is real, having gone against him. He hasn't played in a little bit of time here, so we have to take it one day at a time. I'm really interested to see if he can help us."
Bills tight end Dalton Kincaid and defensive tackle Phidarian Mathis will not practice today, said Sean McDermott.
Christian Benford, Terrel Bernard, Joey Bosa, Taron Johnson, Cam Lewis, Khalil Shakir, Shaq Thompson and Dorian Williams will be limited.
Christian Benford, Terrel Bernard, Joey Bosa, Taron Johnson, Cam Lewis, Khalil Shakir, Shaq Thompson and Dorian Williams will be limited.
November 12, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Bills tight end Dalton Kincaid and defensive tackle Phidarian Mathis will not practice today, said Sean McDermott.
Christian Benford, Terrel Bernard, Joey Bosa, Taron Johnson, Cam Lewis, Khalil Shakir, Shaq Thompson and Dorian Williams will be limited.
Christian Benford, Terrel Bernard, Joey Bosa, Taron Johnson, Cam Lewis, Khalil Shakir, Shaq Thompson and Dorian Williams will be limited.
How can the Bills' passing game get back on track? Why did it look so bad in Miami?
Here are 7 trends that point to ways they can adjust and improve the rest of the season:
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Here are 7 trends that point to ways they can adjust and improve the rest of the season:
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7 Bills trends: Possible adjustments that may pay dividends for passing attack
Sean McDermott unequivocally backed Joe Brady, his offensive coordinator, Monday on the heels of another disappointing performance that frustrated the Buffalo Bills' franchise quarterback and raised m...
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November 12, 2025 at 12:17 PM
How can the Bills' passing game get back on track? Why did it look so bad in Miami?
Here are 7 trends that point to ways they can adjust and improve the rest of the season:
buffalonews.com/sports/profe...
Here are 7 trends that point to ways they can adjust and improve the rest of the season:
buffalonews.com/sports/profe...
"I fu****g missed the tackle, bro."
How one mistake led to De'Von Achane's 59-yard TD run, plus the affect the Dolphins' rushing attack had on the Bills' approach on defense.
Plays that shaped their loss in Miami:
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How one mistake led to De'Von Achane's 59-yard TD run, plus the affect the Dolphins' rushing attack had on the Bills' approach on defense.
Plays that shaped their loss in Miami:
buffalonews.com/sports/bills...
Bills plays that shaped the game: De'Von Achane feasts on missed tackles in Miami's win
Two touchdown runs of 59 and 35 yards by running back De'Von Achane helped the Miami Dolphins to a 30-13 win over the Buffalo Bills on Sunday at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla.
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November 10, 2025 at 12:05 PM
"I fu****g missed the tackle, bro."
How one mistake led to De'Von Achane's 59-yard TD run, plus the affect the Dolphins' rushing attack had on the Bills' approach on defense.
Plays that shaped their loss in Miami:
buffalonews.com/sports/bills...
How one mistake led to De'Von Achane's 59-yard TD run, plus the affect the Dolphins' rushing attack had on the Bills' approach on defense.
Plays that shaped their loss in Miami:
buffalonews.com/sports/bills...
Josh Allen has been sacked 12 times on third down this season.
He was sacked 14 times in 17 games last season. Why can't the Bills move the ball if opponents load the box to stop James Cook?
My column from Miami on their broken passing game:
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He was sacked 14 times in 17 games last season. Why can't the Bills move the ball if opponents load the box to stop James Cook?
My column from Miami on their broken passing game:
buffalonews.com/sports/bills...
Lance Lysowski: Bills' terrible offensive showing in Miami a troubling sign
We should stop talking about the Super Bowl in WNY, at least until the Buffalo Bills’ offense stops the Jekyll and Hyde act we had not seen since their consecutive losses to New England and Atlanta be...
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November 10, 2025 at 12:05 PM
Josh Allen has been sacked 12 times on third down this season.
He was sacked 14 times in 17 games last season. Why can't the Bills move the ball if opponents load the box to stop James Cook?
My column from Miami on their broken passing game:
buffalonews.com/sports/bills...
He was sacked 14 times in 17 games last season. Why can't the Bills move the ball if opponents load the box to stop James Cook?
My column from Miami on their broken passing game:
buffalonews.com/sports/bills...
The Bills' four drives this afternoon:
3-and-out
Turnover on downs
3-and-out
Fumble
3-and-out
Turnover on downs
3-and-out
Fumble
November 9, 2025 at 7:02 PM
The Bills' four drives this afternoon:
3-and-out
Turnover on downs
3-and-out
Fumble
3-and-out
Turnover on downs
3-and-out
Fumble
Athletic trainers examined Landon Jackson's right knee following Jaylen Wright's 3-yard run.
The Bills rookie active for only the third time this season. Getting helped to the sideline.
The Bills rookie active for only the third time this season. Getting helped to the sideline.
November 9, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Athletic trainers examined Landon Jackson's right knee following Jaylen Wright's 3-yard run.
The Bills rookie active for only the third time this season. Getting helped to the sideline.
The Bills rookie active for only the third time this season. Getting helped to the sideline.
James Cook is one of the Bills' captains for the coin toss.
He has a bunch of family and friends here today.
He has a bunch of family and friends here today.
James Cook is back in Miami, the city where, at 3 years old, he kept interrupting his brothers' football practice because he wanted to be part of their team.
Miami is also where he blazed his own path, one that helped him become a top NFL running back.
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Miami is also where he blazed his own path, one that helped him become a top NFL running back.
buffalonews.com/sports/profe...
November 9, 2025 at 6:01 PM
James Cook is one of the Bills' captains for the coin toss.
He has a bunch of family and friends here today.
He has a bunch of family and friends here today.
Bills' inactives in Miami:
WR Joshua Palmer (knee/ankle)
CB Christian Benford (groin)
LB Shaq Thompson (hamstring)
DE A.J. Epenesa (concussion)
NCB Taron Johnson (groin)
OL Chase Lundt
CB/KR Brandon Codrington
WR Joshua Palmer (knee/ankle)
CB Christian Benford (groin)
LB Shaq Thompson (hamstring)
DE A.J. Epenesa (concussion)
NCB Taron Johnson (groin)
OL Chase Lundt
CB/KR Brandon Codrington
November 9, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Bills' inactives in Miami:
WR Joshua Palmer (knee/ankle)
CB Christian Benford (groin)
LB Shaq Thompson (hamstring)
DE A.J. Epenesa (concussion)
NCB Taron Johnson (groin)
OL Chase Lundt
CB/KR Brandon Codrington
WR Joshua Palmer (knee/ankle)
CB Christian Benford (groin)
LB Shaq Thompson (hamstring)
DE A.J. Epenesa (concussion)
NCB Taron Johnson (groin)
OL Chase Lundt
CB/KR Brandon Codrington