Russell Baxter

Joined: Jan 27, 2025

Russell S. Baxter has been writing and researching the game of football for more than 40 years, and on numerous platforms. That includes television, as he spent more than two decades at ESPN, and was part of shows that garnered five Emmy Awards. He also spent the 2015 NFL season with Thursday Night Football on CBS/NFLN.

Buffalo Bills running back James Cook breaks free and runs for several yards during the second half of their game against the Baltimore Ravens at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park on Sept. 7, 2025.

Oct 18, 2026; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) hands off the ball in the second half against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Brytus-Imagn Images

Oct 12, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams linebacker Nate Landman (53) forces a fumble by Buffalo Bills running back James Cook

Oct 4, 2026; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills head coach Joe Brady looks on during the second quarter against the New England Patriots at New Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

Dec 8, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) scores a touchdown against the Los Angeles Rams during the first half at SoFi Stadium.

It was just two seasons ago that the Los Angeles Rams managed to fend off Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills.

Sep 27, 2026; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills running back James Cook III (4) carries the ball in the second half against the Los Angeles Chargers

The Buffalo Bills have won their first three games for the third consecutive season.

Dec 23, 2023; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (left) shakes hands with Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) after the game at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

The Buffalo Bills host the Los Angeles Chargers looking to open 3-0 for the third consecutive year.

Sep 13, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Buffalo Bills head coach Joe Brady on the sideline during the game against the Houston Texans at Reliant Stadium.

The Bills play their first regular-season game at Highmark Stadium as they host the Lions in prime time.

Sep 13, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) passses the ball during the game against the Houston Texans at Reliant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

The Joe Brady Era got off to a great start on Sunday with a road victory over a 2025 playoff team.

Dec 14, 2025; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) fakes the hand off to running back James Cook III (4) against the New England Patriots in the second half at Gillette Stadium.

The Buffalo Bills have plenty of history when it comes to their 14 different opponents in 2026.

Aug 27, 2026; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills head coach Joe Brady looks on during the first quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers at New Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

The Bills travel to Houston for the third consecutive season.

Jun 9, 2026; Orchard Park, NY, USA; Buffalo Bills linebacker Bradley Chubb (9) trains during Minicamp

The team with the longest acitve playoff streak in the league hopes to fare better on defense than it did in 2025.

Nov 30, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Buffalo Bills tight end Keleki Latu (83) and tight end Jackson Hawes (85) and cornerback Maxwell Hairston (31) take the field to play the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium.

Jackson Hawes stood out during his rookie season in the Bills' crowded tight end room.

Jan 17, 2026; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Broncos defensive tackle Malcolm Roach (97) tackles Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) during the second quarter of an AFC Divisional Round playoff game at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

The Buffalo Bills have made seven straight playoff appearances, the longest streak in franchise history.

Dec 20, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver DJ Moore (2) runs after the catch against Green Bay Packers guard Lecitus Smith (68) during the first quarter at Soldier Field

The Buffalo Bills may have finally found a suitable replacement for WR Stefon Diggs.

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) smiles at something someone said before the Buffalo Bills wild card game against the Denver Broncos at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park on Jan. 12, 2025.

The four-time Pro Bowler and his Bills have their work cut out for them in 2026.

Russell Baxter

Joined: Jan 27, 2025

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