Short Take Sports:

Mrtka keeps improving

There is a reason so many teams tried to trade for the future stud defenseman. He is still getting better and the ceiling is high. https://www.buffalohockeybeat.com/sabres-prospect-radim-mrtka-handled-trade-rumors-well-kept-developing/

Bills WRs are injured

A deep position suddenly looks vulnerable. Maybe White Steve gets his chance. https://www.newyorkupstate.com/buffalo-bills/2026/08/the-buffalo-bills-wide-receiver-who-caught-a-historic-touchdown-is-now-in-a-walking-boot.html

Week 1 opponent loses receiver

Jayden Higgins was the No. 2 receiver for the Texans and now he’s gone for the year. https://www.newyorkupstate.com/buffalo-bills/2026/08/buffalo-bills-week…