It’s been a long time since the Buffalo Bills or their representatives publicly used the looming specter of relocation as a means of negotiating. That doesn’t mean it wasn’t still part of the negotiations behind the scenes.
Speaking on WNYC radio in New York City (via reporter Jon Campbell), New York State Governor Kathy Hochul was asked about the stadium in the westernmost part of New York by folks in the southeasternmost part. Hochul stressed regional prioritizes, providing an example sure to hit close to home for city-dwellers.
“Like Broadway is to New York City, this team is to Western New York,” said Hochul.