Adam Benigni

Buffalo

Sports Director at WGRZ-TV (Buffalo, NY)

Anchor/EP Sports Talk Live, former SD @wgrz, @bleavnetwork Bills Pod, To End Cancer Pod @RoswellPark, Emmy/Murrow winner, Hubby to @LTBuffalo 5XRescue dog dad.

Articles

Bills trade out of the first round

Apr 25, 2024 | abc10.com | Adam Benigni

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — The Buffalo Bills had a glaring need at receiver heading into this year's NFL draft. They wound up not addressing it in the first round. They aren't going to win a popularity contest with the fanbase at this point, but they seem to have conviction on a clear strategy of making value picks.
NCAA MBB: UB tops Eastern Michigan

Feb 20, 2024 | wgrz.com | Adam Benigni

AMHERST, N.Y. — It's been a long and difficult season for UB men's basketball. This turned in a positive direction Tuesday night as Sy Chatman scored 23 points to lead the Bulls to a 78-69 win over Eastern Michigan in Amherst. Chatman also had 13 rebounds, four steals, and four blocks in a very strong effort on both ends of the floor. Isaiah Adams added 13 points, and Zaakir Williamson had 12 points and 10 rebounds. The Bulls (4-22, 2-11) next play at Western Michigan on Saturday.
College basketball roundup: Bona men, UB women notch victories

Jan 17, 2024 | wgrz.com | Adam Benigni

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Charles Pride scored 25 points as the St. Bonaventure men's basketball team beat Rhode Island 99-64 on Wednesday night. Pride shot 8 for 11 (5 for 6 from 3-point range) and 4 of 6 from the free throw line for the Bonnies (11-5, 2-2 Atlantic 10 Conference). Chad Venning scored 15 points and added six blocks. Daryl Banks III had 14 points and shot 5 for 8, including 3 for 5 from beyond the arc.
Bills freeze Steelers post-season run with 31-17 win over Pittsburgh

Jan 15, 2024 | wgrz.com | Adam Benigni |Tyler Pacos

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — The Buffalo Bills advanced to the divisional round for the fourth consecutive season after beating the Pittsburgh Steelers 31-17. It was a full house at Highmark Stadium after the game was pushed back a day due to blizzard conditions in Orchard Park. Buffalo knew they were up against a gritty team, led by one of the most successful coaches in the league. The Bills braced the chilly conditions and pulled out a win to extend their postseason run.
Banged up Bills prepare for Steelers

Jan 10, 2024 | wgrz.com | Adam Benigni

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — The Buffalo Bills 21-14 win over the Miami Dolphins in the season finale was inspired, and won them a fourth straight division title. It also came at a price. The list of injuries is significant for Buffalo, and it's at the very least, impacting preparations for Sunday's AFC Wild Card match-up against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Highmark stadium. The following players are not practicing during Wednesday's wakthrough that's closed to the meida.
Buffalo Bills claim AFC East with 21-14 win over Maimi Dolphins

Jan 7, 2024 | wgrz.com | Adam Benigni |Tyler Pacos

MIAMI — The Buffalo Bills have claimed the AFC East Division for the fourth consecutive season, defeating the Dolphins 21-14 in the final game of the regular season on Sunday. It was a nail-biter for many Bills fans, as the game remained tied up until seven minutes remaining in regulation. Dawson Knox gave Buffalo the go-ahead score, and Taylor Rapp secured a late interception locking the Bills into the second seed of this year's playoffs.
Allen still dealing with neck soreness; expected to play vs. Dolphins

Jan 3, 2024 | wgrz.com | Adam Benigni

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Buffalo Bills Quarterback Josh Allen is no stranger to playing through pain and discomfort. His shoulder has had him on the injury report for the majority of the season. He continues to deal with neck soreness as the Bills prepare to face the Miami Dolphins Sunday night in South Florida with the AFC East title on the line. Allen suffered a stinger on a run play late in the fourth quarter of Sunday's 27-21 win over the New England Patriots in Orchard Park.
DaQuan Jones takes another step toward returning for Bills this season

Dec 19, 2023 | wgrz.com | Adam Benigni

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — The Bills have continued to express optimism they could get top defensive lineman DaQuan Jones back this season, and they have now acted on it from a roster perspective. They have opened the 21-day practice window on Jones as he comes off injured reserve. He will not play against the Chargers this week, but the Bills have now have 21-days to promote him to the active roster. Jones suffered a pectoral injury in the Week 5 loss to the Jaguars in London.
Bills vs Cowboys: The Bills beat the Dallas Cowboys 31-10

Dec 17, 2023 | wgrz.com | Adam Benigni |Tyler Pacos

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — The Bills offense has been at its best this season when it has had success running the football. Sunday was no different as Buffalo took down the Dallas Cowboys 31-10 at Highmark Stadium. James Cook was the best player on the field by far. He ran for 179 yards on 25 carries and a touchdown. He caught two passes for 42 yards and a touchdown through the air as well.
Bills vs Cowboys: The Buffalo Bills prepare to face Cowboys

Dec 17, 2023 | wgrz.com | Adam Benigni

BUFFALO, N.Y. — When you look at the NFL stats, most often the most relevant column to click on is scoring. The most important number once you get there? Touchdowns. When you look at the quarterback stats across the league, two names are at the top in terms of touchdown passes: Dak Prescott: 28. Josh Allen: 25. The headlines don't get much bigger as the Buffalo Bills (7-6) prepare to face the Cowboys (10-3) on Sunday at Highmark Stadium.