BUFFALO BULLS NEWS

Messiah Burch - Finds score in high-scoring loss Burch posted six carries for 58 yards and one touchdown and hauled in 1 of 2 targets for 24 yards during Saturday's 48-41 defeat versus Western Michigan.

Impact Burch hasn't had a huge role in Buffalo's running game since changing to running back this offseason, but his work may finally be for something. Although Al-Jay Henderson and Jacqez Barksdale both look to be above Burch in the team's rush attack, the former wide receiver could still command a solid amount of rushes in the coming weeks.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Al-Jay Henderson - Nearly 100 yards in close loss Henderson logged 12 rushes for 97 yards and one touchdown and reeled in all four targets for 49 yards during Saturday's 48-41 defeat versus Western Michigan.

Impact Henderson put up almost a 100-yard and touchdown day, putting him at an impressive two-game stretch since conference play began for the Bulls. The junior running back out-carried all inferior running back 2:1, showing he might have command over Buffalo's backfield in the coming weeks.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

CJ Ogbonna - Best game of year in close loss Ogbonna was 22-for-34 passing for 309 yards and two touchdowns during Saturday's 48-41 loss versus Western Michigan. He also had six rushes for 17 yards.

Impact Ogbonna produced his first game above 300 yards against the Broncos, which was also his first game above 200 yards as well. The senior quarterback showcased an ability to keep his team competitive in a shoot-out game format, which could continue to be the case as competition stays tough in the coming weeks.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Wolff, Nixon, Bosma star in Western Michigan's 48-41 win over Buffalo

Hayden Wolff threw three touchdown passes to Blake Bosma, Jaden Nixon scored three more on the ground and Western Michigan held on to beat Buffalo 48-41 on Saturday

OCTOBER 19 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Taji Johnson - Returns to action Johnson (undisclosed) will play in Saturday's matchup versus Western Michigan.

Impact Johnson will make his return to the field after missing last weeks win over Toledo with an undisclosed injury. So far this season, he has hauled in seven pass for 85 yards and a touchdown across five games played.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Shey Williams - Remains out Williams (undisclosed) won't play in Week 8.

Impact The true freshman has yet to play this season, and that trend will continue against Western Michigan.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Bobby Mays - Out again Mays (undisclosed) won't play Saturday against Western Michigan.

Impact Mays has yet to suit up for the Bulls this season. The freshman's next chance to play will come next week against Ohio.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Gabe Goins - Remains out Goins (undisclosed) will remain sidelined against Western Michigan.

Impact Goins has only appeared in three games this season, and has yet to log a carry. His next chance to play will come on Oct. 26 against Ohio.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

How to Watch Buffalo vs. Western Michigan: Time, TV Channel, Live Stream – October 19, 2024

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OCTOBER 19 • DATA SKRIVE

Western Michigan vs. Buffalo Prediction, Odds, Picks - October 19, 2024

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OCTOBER 17 • DATA SKRIVE

Victor Snow - Pop-up rushing score in win Snow caught 4 of 6 targets for 27 yards during Saturday's 30-15 win against Toledo and scored a touchdown off one rush for two yards.

Impact Snow wasn't a huge part of the passing game, given there wasn't much of a passing game against the Rockets. He did compensate for it with a two-yard score in the first quarter. At this point in the season though, the wide receiver hasn't done enough as a pass catcher to be regarded highly in the fantasy realm.

OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Al-Jay Henderson - Season-high yardage vs. Toledo Henderson tallied 18 carries for 142 yards and hauled in his only target for six yards during Saturday's 30-15 win against Toledo.

Impact Henderson could be starting to get full command of Buffalo's backfield as he out-carried running back Jacqez Barksdale 18 to 6. Henderson popped a season-high 142 yards as well, showcasing big-play abilities against Toledo. The true hierarchy of the backfield should be displayed in the following weeks, but the senior running back looks to be on the right side of it so far.

OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

CJ Ogbonna - Two rushing touchdowns in victory Ogbonna was 11-for-20 passing for 127 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 30-15 victory over Toledo. He also had 14 rushes for 26 yards with two touchdowns.

Impact Ogbonna didn't do much on the passing sphere against Toledo, but he did capitalize on scrambling opportunities and many designed run plays. The senior quarterback had a pair of rushing touchdowns in the second half, propelling the team do a two-score victory. He'll look to improve on his passing abilities while keeping touchdown upside relevant as Buffalo takes on Western Michigan in the upcoming week.

OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Gabe Goins - Unavailable Saturday Goins (undisclosed) won't play Saturday against Toledo.

Impact The freshman Goins has only dressed for two games this season without recording a carry. He'll look to return next week in a home matchup with Western Michigan.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Shey Williams - Won't play in Week 7 Williams (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Toledo, per the MAC availability report.

Impact Williams hasn't caught a pass this season and will be inactive for Saturday's tilt. The freshman's next chance to play will come Oct. 19 against Western Michigan.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Taji Johnson - Out vs. Toledo Johnson (undisclosed) won't play Saturday against Toledo.

Impact While the extent of Johnson's injury is unclear, the senior wideout's absence will test the depth of Buffalo's receiving corps. Johnson has seven grabs for 85 yards and a touchdown this season.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Bobby Mays - Inactive for Week 7 Mays won't play in Saturday's game against Toledo, per the MAC availability report.

Impact Mays has yet to catch a pass this season, and the 6-foot-4 freshman will be unavailable for Saturday's contest. His next chance to play will come Oct. 19 against Western Michigan.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Jake Orlando - Set to face Toledo Orlando (undisclosed) will play in Saturday's game against Toledo, per the MAC availability report.

Impact Orlando hasn't played since Week 3, but he'll be back in action against the Rockets. The tight end has caught two passes for 34 yards across three games.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

How to Watch Buffalo vs. Toledo: Time, TV Channel, Live Stream – October 12, 2024

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OCTOBER 11 • DATA SKRIVE

Toledo vs. Buffalo Prediction, Odds, Picks - October 12, 2024

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OCTOBER 9 • DATA SKRIVE

Urena's 6TD passes send Mercyhurst past Buffalo State 55-0

Adam Urena threw four of his six touchdowns in the first half and Mercyhurst beat Division III-affiliate Buffalo State 55-0

OCTOBER 5 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

CJ Ogbonna - Struggles in blowout Ogbonna was 12-for-25 passing for 82 yards during Saturday's 47-3 loss to Connecticut. He also had 14 rushes for 38 yards.

Impact Ogbonna hasn't been great so far this year, and UConn's defense wasn't any more forgiving. The senior quarterback's spot could be in jeopardy at his current rate of output, but conference play should be a better indicator.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Jake Orlando - DNP against Huskies Orlando (undisclosed) did not play in Buffalo's 47-3 loss to UConn on Saturday.

Impact Orlando was previously thought to be a game-time decision heading into Saturday's matchup against UConn, and though he was seen warming up in uniform in pregame, he was clearly downgraded prior to kickoff. The senior tight end has caught two passes for 34 yards through two games for the Bulls in 2024 and will hope to use the team's upcoming bye week to recover in time for next Saturday's matchup against Toledo.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Fagnano and Bell combine for 3 touchdowns in UConn's 47-3 win over Buffalo

Joe Fagnano came off the bench to throw three touchdown passes to Skyler Bell and UConn beat Buffalo 47-3 on Saturday

SEPTEMBER 28 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jake Orlando - Suited up and warming up Orlando (undisclosed) is dressed and warming up ahead of Saturday's game against UConn, Rachel Lenzi of The Buffalo News reports.

Impact Orlando, who was designated as questionable on the Bulls' injury report, looks to be preparing for a return against the Huskies. The 6-foot-6 senior tight end has been more pivotal as a blocker during his time with Buffalo, but he will look to make contributions nonetheless if he is active.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE