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 head coach Sean McDermott looks on during the third quarter of an NFL football AFC Wild Card playoff matchup, Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026, in Jacksonville, Fla.

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) calls a play during the first quarter of an NFL football AFC Wild Card playoff matchup, Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026, in Jacksonville, Fla. The Bills defeated the Jaguars 27-24. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]

Jan 4, 2026; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) runs onto the field before the game against the New York Jets at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen runs with the ball for several yards before being tripped up by Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Jalyx Hunt during first half action against the Philadelphia Eagles at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park on Dec. 28, 2025.

Dec 7, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott looks on during the fourth quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals at Highmark Stadium.

Is this the first of two meetings between the Bills and Eagles this season?

Dec 14, 2025; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; Buffalo Bills running back James Cook III (4) runs for a touchdown against the New England Patriots

The Buffalo Bills look to avoid an upset at Cleveland to Shedeur Sanders and the Browns.

Dec 7, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills cornerback Christian Benford (47) runs the ball for a touchdown after an interception against the Cincinnati Bengals

The Patriots can dethrone the Bills as AFC East champions with a win this Sunday.

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) carries the ball as Buffalo Bills defensive end Greg Rousseau (50) defends in the second quarter during an NFL divisional playoff football game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Buffalo Bills, Sunday, Jan. 22, 2023

The Buffalo Bills and Cincinnati Bengals battle for the third time in four years.

Nov 30, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott looks on during the second quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

The Buffalo Bills can't afford to underestimate Cincinnati's running game.

Nov 30, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Buffalo Bills running back James Cook III (4) rushes as Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Jalen Ramsey (5) defends during the fourth quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Bills' RB James Cook could capture the NFL rushing title in 2025.

Nov 20, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans linebacker Henry To'oTo'o (39) sacks Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17)

Both the Buffalo Bills and Pittsburgh Steelers have been inconsistent in 2025.

Oct 6, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) is hit by Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair (0)

The Buffalo Bills and Houston Texans clash in a crucial game for both clubs.

Nov 9, 2025; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) scrambles against Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Zach Sieler (92)

The Bills look to bounce back after their worst loss of the season.

Nov 2, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills defensive end Joey Bosa (97) pressures Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15)

The Buffalo Bills appear to be back on track after a two-game slump. However, Sean McDermott’s team should be wary of a frustrated Miami Dolphins’ team.

Jan 21, 2024; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) greets Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) following the 2024 AFC divisional round game

The Kansas City Chiefs and Buffalo Bills clash for the sixth consecutive season. Both teams are looking to make a move up in their respective divisions.

Oct 13, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (7) is tackled by. Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver (91)

After a 4-0 start this season, who would have thought that the Buffalo Bills would be looking to avoid a third consecutive loss this Sunday at Carolina?

Russell Baxter

Joined: Jan 27, 2025

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