‘Pittsburgh is a town where it seems every third person has some connection to ESPN’s Beano Cook…Tom Donahoe, who spent his entire life in Pittsburgh…is finding the same thing about Buffalo applies to him.’
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Beneath Donahoe’s fancy suit, you’ll find a blue collar
‘Already clear is that we’re going to like him. He’s honest. He’s funny. He’s humble. He has conviction. Donahoe fits in. The guy from Pittsburgh is one of us.’
Chargers hire Butler associate A.J. Smith
‘"We’ve kind of stuck together over the years," Smith said Saturday from his home near Buffalo. "We have the same philosophies and the same passion to win. Our contracts have always coincided so we wouldn’t be left one without the other. We enjoy working together."’
Phillips offers Texans winning record, Houston roots
‘"It’s good to be back home," Phillips said. "I’m proud that I’m a Texan and a Houstonian. Coming home certainly would have to be a big factor, but that’s not the only factor. It would have to be the right fit. In Texas, it’s not `fit like a glove,’ it’s fit like a boot — good boots, that is.’
Cottrell Checks In
‘Ted Cottrell is currently in a difficult position. But it’s a position that numerous assistant coaches in the National Football League would love to occupy.’