Caden Davis' release Wednesday by the Buffalo Bills cleared the way for Tyler Bass to resume kicking duties as soon as the preseason finale.
Bills cut kicker Caden Davis, sign 3 players for preseason finale in Tampa
Posted August 20, 2025
Buffalo Bills place kicker Caden Davis (36) kicks a field goal during the game at Highmark Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025.
It wasn't the only roster move as the Bills prepare to face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on Saturday night. General Manager Brandon Beane also signed cornerback Zy Alexander, running back Elijah Young and offensive lineman Rush Reimer. The team also designated running back Jarveon Howard as waived/injury after he suffered an injury during his only practice.
Alexander is an undrafted rookie from LSU, where he appeared in 18 games, and he began his college career at Southeastern Louisiana. The Bills needed depth in their secondary because Maxwell Hairston (knee), Cam Lewis (calf) and Jordan Hancock (shoulder) are injured.
Young is an undrafted rookie from Western Kentucky, and he ran for 883 yards with three rushing touchdowns during his final season with the Hilltoppers. Young began his career at Missouri, and he signed with the Chiefs after going undrafted in April.
The Bills released Reimer earlier this month to make room for veteran guard/center Dan Feeney, but they want to protect their depth for the final game against the Buccaneers. Backup center/guard Kendrick Green also has been playing through an injury that may impact his availability. Reimer is an undrafted rookie from Cal, where he helped the Bears rank 27th in the country in sacks allowed per game.
Bass has missed the past 12 practices with pelvic soreness. He warmed up for their practice at Highmark Stadium nearly three weeks ago, but the Bills erred on the side of caution with his return-to-play plan. They expect him to kick against the Buccaneers and be ready for Week 1.
John Elway Defends Bo Nix After Ugly-Win Criticism, Sends Emotional Gift to Rookie QB Following Broncos’ 7-Game Win Streak
Denver, CO — The noise around the Denver Broncos keeps getting louder, but this time, one of the franchise’s greatest icons stepped forward to silence it.
After the Broncos’ 10–7 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders — their seventh straight win — national media blasted Denver for “ugly football,” pointing to a sluggish offense and rookie quarterback Bo Nix’s two interceptions. Critics questioned whether the Broncos were legitimate contenders or simply surviving on luck.
But on Tuesday, John Elway delivered a message that shook the entire Broncos fanbase — a powerful defense of the rookie quarterback and a heartfelt gesture that reminded Denver what its legacy truly stands for.
Speaking about the team’s resilience and Nix’s development, Elway said:
“I’m happy to see the Broncos fighting with heart – the way we used to.
Bo Nix has the grit and the poise that you can’t teach.
The Broncos are coming back, and that makes me prouder than ever.”
According to team sources, Elway met privately with Nix after the Raiders game and gifted him a signed commemorative football — one inscribed with the message:
“Tough wins build champions. Keep going.”
The gesture was meant to reassure the young quarterback that progress doesn’t always look pretty, but character is forged in the fire of adversity.
The emotional moment came at the perfect time. Nix has faced intense scrutiny despite leading Denver to an 8–2 record, often carrying the weight of expectations placed on every Broncos quarterback who comes after Manning and Elway.
Elway’s public support echoed the spirit Denver fans haven’t felt in years — a reminder of the grit that defined the Broncos’ greatest eras, including the championship run to Super Bowl 50, where winning “ugly” became a badge of honor.
The message also aligns with comments made earlier this week by Peyton Manning, who chastised critics for holding the Broncos to unrealistic standards. Manning emphasized that resilience, not style points, defines contenders — and Elway’s words reinforced that belief.
For Broncos supporters, seeing legends like Elway stand behind their rookie quarterback wasn’t just reassurance — it was a declaration that the franchise is finally reclaiming its identity.
As Denver prepares for a massive showdown with the Kansas City Chiefs, the emotional backing from a franchise icon serves as both a shield and a spark.
The Broncos may not be perfect, but the heart, toughness, and unity inside the locker room suggest something bigger is building in Mile High — something even John Elway is proud to believe in again.
Broncos có thể không hoàn hảo, nhưng trái tim, sự cứng rắn và sự đoàn kết trong phòng thay đồ cho thấy một điều gì đó lớn lao hơn đang được xây dựng ở Mile High - điều mà ngay cả John Elway cũng tự hào tin tưởng một lần nữa.
