ORCHARD PARK \u2014 The visitor\u2019s locker room in Arrowhead Stadium was silent, save for the pitter-patter of feet and equipment being lugged away.<\/p>\n
Only two players remained, sitting in the far corner of the room. Quarterback Josh Allen was still wearing half his uniform by the time the rest of his teammates had showered, dressed and headed for the team bus.<\/p>\n
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Buffalo Bills quarterback Shane Buechele (6) throws during a training camp practice July 31, in Pittsford.<\/p>\n
Jeffrey T. Barnes Photography file photo<\/p>\n
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