4 observations from Bills' series debut on HBO's 'Hard Knocks'

The first episode of HBO's "Hard Knocks: Training Camp with the Buffalo Bills" is history.

While the coaches, and some players, aren't fans of the potential distraction, the inside look at the team is great for the fans.

Of course, some fans don't like the idea of a possible distraction either, but after watching the first episode, how can you not come away feeling pumped and excited for the upcoming season?

Here are four observations from episode one of "Hard Knocks."

Sean McDermott gets players in right mindset for practice.

Sean McDermott opens training camp, setting the expectations for practice going forward.

It's a simple message, "How we practice, creating the right mindset. I'm giving you permission, you have to understand to fail to become the best you can become, embrace that" McDermott and the players talk a lot about "the process", and how they practice is part of that process.

Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott greets defensive tackle Ed Oliver. — head coach Sean McDermott greets defensive tackle Ed Oliver | Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Josh Allen is the face of the franchise

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen plays catch with the fans during the Blue and Red Game. — quarterback Josh Allen plays catch with the fans | Tina MacIntyre-Yee/Democrat and Chronicle / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Josh Allen is the face of the Bills' franchise, and the coaches and players understand that. Bills head coach Seam McDermott on Allen, "Here comes in a young man who has the weight of an organization on his shoulders, and then to come back this year and pick up where he left off from a leadership standpoint and consistency standpoint, I think that is a little bit uncommon, but that's Josh Allen."

Bills' general manager Brandon Beane, also commented on Allen, "He deserves so much credit for where we're at, and the stability we've had the last five years in winning the division." Bills offensive tackle chimed in as well, "He went from a kid to a grown man, simple as that."

Tre'Davious White out to prove he can still play

Bills cornerback Tre'Davious White appears to be on a mission to regain his All-Pro form, but he still made time to have fun. There aren't many Bills players, past or present that are loved by the fans the way White. From passing around his new "signature" ice cream dish (hoping to get it on the menu), to squirting water in the face of the kids. Despite the fun, White is running "the hill", to improve his physical strength.

Buffalo Bills Tre'Davious White looks on during a Bills game. — Tre'Davious White looks on during a Bills game. | Tina MacIntyre-Yee / USA TODAY NETWORK

Allen impressed by Bills' new stadium

Getting an inside look at the Bills' new stadium shows just how massive the new stadium will be, particularly due to the, as Allen put it, "I mean it's built straight up, isn't it?". The sheer height of the stadium will increase the noise level raining down on visiting opponents. Also, there was apparently an issue with current saunas not being hot enough. Allen was assured by, John Polka, VP of Stadium Development.

Buffalo Bills new Highmark Stadium under construction. — new Highmark Stadium under construction. | Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

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