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Former Bills 1,700-Yard Back Released — Begs for One More Shot in Buffalo

Cincinnati, OH

NFL rosters are always in flux come training camp, but few moves have resonated quite like the latest one in Cincinnati. This week, a familiar name suddenly found himself back on the market.

 

The news broke quietly: a veteran running back was let go after just one season in a new uniform. His journey, once marked by gritty performances and loyal fan support, had hit another fork in the road.

 

Only a few years ago, this rusher was earning a reputation as Buffalo’s heartbeat on tough downs and in playoff moments. He racked up yardage and built a bond with Bills Mafia that never quite faded.

“Buffalo will always be home. I gave everything for Bills Mafia, and I’d do it again in a heartbeat. Let me finish what I started,” Zack Moss wrote, his message echoing through social media and stirring a surge of fan support across western New York.

Drafted by Buffalo in 2020, Moss amassed 1,733 scrimmage yards and 11 total touchdowns in three seasons. His highlight reel includes a Wild Card breakthrough and a memorable 100-yard receiving day against Kansas City.

 

His bruising style and blue-collar mentality fit the city perfectly, even after a knee injury and the rise of James Cook limited his carries. Fans still remember his role in ending the team’s 17-year playoff drought.

After being traded to the Colts, Moss saw flashes of success before signing with the Bengals in 2024. But in Cincinnati, he found himself fighting for snaps behind Joe Mixon and younger backs, never quite regaining his Buffalo spark.

Now, after eight games and a modest season in stripes, Moss is searching for a fresh start — or perhaps, a chance to finish what he started in upstate New York.

Buffalo’s roster is loaded with firepower, but some fans and analysts wonder if a reunion could be the right fit for a team still looking to power through tough postseason yards. The answer may come down to roster needs and a front office willing to bet on heart.

For Moss, the dream is clear: one more shot to run with Bills Mafia, and one more chance to finish his Buffalo story the way he always imagined.

 

Buffalo Bills to Celebrate Historic 4–0 Start With Free Beer From Two Major Sponsors in Week 5 Showdown Against Patriots
Buffalo, NY – History tastes a little better with beer. The Buffalo Bills announced that their first-ever 4–0 start will be celebrated in grand style during Sunday’s Week 5 home clash with the New England Patriots at Highmark Stadium. Every fan of legal drinking age attending the game will receive a free beer voucher, redeemable at stadium concession stands or through roaming vendors until the end of the third quarter. In partnership with Bud Light, and with additional support from team owner Terry Pegula, the program is designed as a thank-you to the Bills Mafia for decades of unwavering loyalty. Free Beer Program Details Time & Place: Highmark Stadium, Week 5 vs Patriots. From stadium gates opening (two hours before kickoff) until the end of the third quarter. Distribution: Each fan 21+ receives one free beer voucher upon ticket scan. Vouchers can be redeemed at official concession stands or via roaming vendors in the stands. Limitations: One voucher per fan, redeemable for a standard 16oz beer. Additional beer must be purchased. Service ends after the third quarter in accordance with NFL policy. Options: Fans can choose Bud Light, Buffalo’s own Labatt Blue, or non-alcoholic beer alternatives. Safety: ID checks will be enforced at redemption points. Responsible drinking guidelines apply. Celebration ExtrasThe Bills are turning the game into a full-scale party: A pregame DJ set will take place on the stadium’s central stage. A highlight reel of the 4–0 journey will be played on the big screen before kickoff. A stadium-wide toast will be held right after player introductions, with tens of thousands of fans raising their beers together in unison. “Buffalo has waited a long time for this kind of start,” Pegula said in a team release. “This celebration is for the fans — the heartbeat of this franchise. Raise a glass, enjoy it responsibly, and let’s keep making history together.” For the Bills Mafia, Sunday’s clash with the Patriots is no longer just another divisional showdown — it’s shaping up to be a historic party. The only thing sweeter than four straight wins may be a cold, free beer in hand while chasing a fifth.