Jim Leonhard On Amani Hooker Trade & Defensive Showing vs. Vikings

Bills defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard addressed the media on November 12, 2026. He discussed what Amani Hooker brings to the team, the defensive performance in Minnesota, communication from the Bills LBs, what he's seen from Damar Hamlin, Maxwell Hairston, Cole Bishop, & TJ Parker, the interception by Dorian Williams, and preparing to face the Jets.

Bills Offensive Coordinator addressed the media before practice on November 12th, 2026. Topics Include: what he learned about RB James Cook with his 31 carries last week and sticking with the run against Minnesota, working with HC Joe Brady this season, Tylan Grable's versatility, Bills offensive line navigating injuries, the challenge of the New York Jets attacking defense, and facing the disruptive David Bailey.

Bills safety Amani Hooker addressed the media on November 11, 2026 after being traded to the team from the Titans. He discussed his excitement on joining the Bills, how he learned about the trade, his time in Tennessee, how quickly he can learn the defense, his connections with Iowa & Micah Hyde, facing Josh Allen, building chemistry with Cole Bishop, and building trust & communication.

Bills quarterback Josh Allen addressed the media on November 11, 2026 after practice. He discussed the challenges of coming off a physical game on short week, facing the Jets defense, what it means to trade for Amani Hooker, Joe Brady's approach each week, James Cook's workload Monday night, and the unselfish play from the Bills offense.

Joe Brady addressed the media prior to practice on Wednesday November 11th. Topics include: what does Amani Hooker bring to the Bills, what he need to see from Hooker for him to play Sunday, how does the addition of Hooker help Cole Bishop, the confidence the team has still has in Damar Hamlin, how the experience of Hooker can help younger Bills defensive backs, the talent of the Jets offense, the challenge for the Bills defensively, and what he has learned about his team halfway through their season.

Brandon Beane addressed the media after the NFL trade deadline to discuss why they were active and what made they comfortable with trading for Safety Amani Hooker.

Joe Brady addressed the media following 23-6 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Topics include; playing in a hostile environment, dominating time of possession, eventually wearing down a great defense, tough challenge for the Bills offensive line with new left guard and tackle, what has been different about the Bills defense since the bye week, winning the game by leaning on James Cook running, the play of Terrell Bernard, and the consistent play of Tyler Bass.

Josh Allen addressed the media following 23-6 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Topics include; how tough the Vikings defense played, dominating the time of possession, the defense stepping up all game, making plays, his interceptions, being more efficient on first downs, James Cook's performance, and how well the offense line battled all game.

Joe Brady addressed the media following practice on Saturday November 7th. Topics include: the unusual tendencies the Vikings defense have, the difficulties of playing right and left tackle, players practicing this week, playing to the standard, and the opportunity they have playing on Monday night football.

Bills T Dion Dawkins addressed the media on November 6, 2026 after practice. He discussed how he's feeling injury wise, preparation this week, mental reps with Alec Anderson, facing a Brian Flores defense & the Vikings blitz, what he's seen from Austin Corbett, and the various personalities of the Bills offensive line.

Bradley Chubb addressed the media following practice on Thursday November 13th. Topics include: the defense building off their success last week, what where the biggest reason for the success, what was different with Jim Leonhard in the press box booth, what makes the Vikings defense so good this season, and what he remembers seeing Josh Allen's hurdle over Anthony Barr in 2018.

Bills Right Tackle Spencer Brown addressed the media after practice on November 5th, 2026. Topics Include: his excitement for facing the Vikings defense, navigating the Vikings simulated pressure packages, the difficulty of missing a game, Tylan Grable stepping up for him, what it means to him to be the Bills Salute To Service nominee, and what he remembers of Josh Allen's hurdle over Anthony Barr in Minnesota.

Bills Quarterback Josh Allen addressed the media after practice on November 5th, 2026. Topics Include: preparing to face the Vikings blitz heavy defense, the challenge of game planning for a defense with many different looks, expecting a loud crowd and fun experience at US Bank Stadium, reflecting on the hurdle in Minnesota over Anthony Barr his rookie year, his role in the HBO Documentary "Buffalo Miracle", and who had the best costume at the Bills Halloween party… Spencer Brown or Ray Davis?

Joe Brady addressed the media before practice on November 5th, 2026. Topics Include: the challenge of facing Vikings backup QB Carson Wentz, preparing to face the Vikings blitz heavy defense, the importance of communication on the road, the release of S C.J. Gardner-Johnson, Tylan Grable stepping in for Spencer Brown, DB Jordan Hancock will practice today, his reaction to seeing Josh Allen's hurdle over Anthony Barr in Minnesota, his communication with Brandon Beane leading up to the trade deadline, importance of technique and fundamentals against the Vikings defense, and what can be learned from the success the Lions had rushing the ball against the Vikings defense last week.

Bills offensive coordinator Pete Carmichael addressed the media on November 2, 2026 after the team's win over the Ravens. He discussed adjustments from the Bills offense from the first half to the second half, the return of DJ Moore, facing the Vikings defense, Joe Brady during the flow of the game, protections against the Ravens and the success of the Bills offense.

Bills Defensive Coordinator Jim Leonhard addressed the media on Monday, November 2nd, 2026. Topics Include: it was fun to watch the Bills defense performance against the Baltimore Ravens, Week 8 being the Bills defense's best week from a preparation standpoint, going into the Ravens matchup with an aggressive game plan, pre snap communication being the number one focus during the bye week, the decision to call the game from the press box, Bills defenders getting into a better rhythm, his process in adjusting to a third string quarterback, the development of OLB Greg Rousseau, what he saw from S Damar Hamlin against Baltimore, S Cole Bishop's growing confidence, S Geno Stone's experience and what he brings to the team, overall importance of the Safety position, impact of DL Ed Oliver, and Bills success in man coverage.

Bills Head Coach Joe Brady addressed the media on Monday, November 2nd, 2026. Topics Include: Josh Allen's goal line touchdown against the Baltimore Ravens, evaluating the game  with Baltimore's Quarterback situation, on having Jim Leonhard in the press box, the development of OLB Greg Rousseau, the return of DL Ed Oliver, the decision process on fourth down, the end of the first half against Baltimore, evaluating the play of Bills Safeties, S Damar Hamlin's consistency, the clear communication of the defense, and building a culture around competition.

Josh Allen addressed the media after the 36-10 victory over the Baltimore Ravens. Topics include: what it took to get more in sync in the second half, on the return of DJ Moore, how proud he was of how well Tylan Grable played, how well the defense played, on setting the Bills franchise passing TD record, and reflecting on playing against Baltimore in his first ever NFL game

Head Coach Joe Brady addressed the media after the 36-10 victory over the Baltimore Ravens. Topics include: the pressure the defense caused, the offense improving throughout the game, Josh Allen passing Jim Kelly for the franchise passing touchdown record, the return of DJ Moore, the impact of Ed Oliver on the defense, and his confidence in Tyler Bass.

Bills Head Coach Joe Brady addressed the media after practice on October 30th, 2026. Topics Include: Bills injury updates: WR Tyrell Shavers and T Spencer Brown, reaction to Ravens QB Lamar Jackson starting on Sunday, the Bills great week of practice coming off the bye, S Damar Hamlin will start, the differences in the Ravens defense and coach staff this year, and challenges presented by Ravens WR Zay Flowers.

Bills safety Damar Hamlin addressed the media on October 29, 2026 after practice. He discussed returning after the bye week, playing nickel, preparing for this week's matchup against the Ravens, and facing Derrick Henry & Lamar Jackson.

Bills safety Cole Bishop addressed the media on October 29, 2026 after practice. He discussed his comfortability playing with Damar Hamlin, preparing to face the Ravens and Derrick Henry, and returning from the bye week.

Bills WR Khalil Shakir addressed the media on October 29, 2026 after practice. He discussed Tyrell Shavers returning from injury, the effort he put in to return, having Tre'Davious White back, and what DJ Moore brings to the offense.

Dion Dawkins addressed the media after practice on Thursday October 29th. Topics include: his bye week, Tyrell Shavers returning to practice this week, the value of self scouting and rest during the bye week, playing against Trey Hendrickson, what he has learned about this Bills team so far this year, and the memorable matchups with the Ravens.

Bills OT Spencer Brown addressed the media on October 28, 2026 after practice. He discussed his bye week, recovering from injury, his happiness to have Tyrell Shavers back at practice, the energy that special teams provides the team and the challenge of facing the Ravens.