Dion Dawkins emphasizes urgency for Bills heading into 2026 NFL season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 4:09 PM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Dion Dawkins, left tackle for the Buffalo Bills, discusses the team's focus and determination heading into the 2026 NFL season. With a new coach in Joe Brady and coming off a playoff loss last January, Dawkins stated that players need to elevate their performance, declaring it a 'kill or be killed' situation. He expressed confidence that the team is approaching a crucial moment in their journey toward success. Week 1 features a matchup against the Houston Texans, marking a pivotal start for the Bills under new leadership.
- •Dawkins has played for Buffalo since 2017.
- •Joe Brady replaces Sean McDermott as head coach.
- •The Bills open the season against the Texans in Week 1.
- •Dawkins calls for players to perform at a higher level.
- 4:09 PMYahoo Sports — Dion Dawkins says it's "kill or be killed" for the Bills in 2026
"Left tackle Dion Dawkins has been with the Bills since 2017, so he has never played a game in the NFL for a head coach other than Sean McDermott.
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