Overview

• The NFL’s April rule change removed the playoff-team exemption and made Buffalo the first contender since 2001 to appear on Hard Knocks
• Quarterback Josh Allen said he initially “didn’t react too great” to the news but later called it “a cool opportunity” to showcase the team’s players and staff
• Allen and coach Sean McDermott have emphasized that cameras must not derail training camp goals and pledged to “keep the main thing the main thing”
• McDermott’s emphasis on authenticity and veteran leadership is designed to help younger players balance media exposure with performance demands
• Hard Knocks will give fans all-access coverage of the Bills’ preparation as they build on their recent AFC Championship run