Archives for December 2001

‘"It always feels good when you win when you’re going against your old team," Smith said. "That run at the end put us in position to kick the winning field goal, so that’s extra special."’

‘There are many playoff scenarios still in play, but the most encouraging reads like this: If the Patriots win their final two games, and the Jets lose of any of their last three, the Patriots win the division title.’

‘Patten was the central figure in a bizarre play which seemed destined to derail the New England Patriots but instead sent them on their merry way.’

‘The breaks — as they have virtually all season — went against Buffalo.’

‘On the winning drive, the Patriots were aided by an instant replay after David Patten fumbled and safety Keon Carpenter recovered for the Bills at their 41. But Patten was ruled to be out of bounds when he fumbled along the sideline.’

‘"I thank God for the gifts he gave me," Smerlas said. "God made me a big, strong, 300-pound man who could kick some (behinds) on the field."’

‘Travis Henry, the Buffalo Bills’ leading rusher, was knocked out of the game with a sprained left knee in the second quarter Sunday against New England.’

Buffalobills.com sat down with Bills Director of Pro Personnel John Guy to find out the latest on the New England Patriots, who visit Ralph Wilson Stadium Sunday. Guy, who has provided tips this season on the opposition, also evaluates the Patriots’ playoff chances and gives an update on his report from last month.

‘The Bills are feeling better about themselves after beating Carolina last week for their second win. They would like nothing better than to derail the Patriots’ roll towards the postseason in their final home game.’

‘The Brady-for-Bledsoe switch is the most stunning of many strange turns the Patriots’ season has taken. And it’s the biggest reason New England takes the field in Ralph Wilson Stadium today as one of the most surprising success stories in the NFL this year.’

‘So why aren’t Riemersma’s numbers up? Part of the reason is that the Bills’ offensive line has been decimated by injury and Riemersma had to be used more as a blocker than a pass receiver.’

‘Tom Brady, who entered the 2001 season anonymously and is likely to leave it a millionaire, will be the starting quarterback for the New England Patriots. The startling aspect is that he may be the Pats’ starter next season and in the foreseeable future.’

‘The New England Patriots are streaking and the Buffalo Bills are reeking.’

‘The Bills Experience, which takes place in the Bills Fieldhouse prior to every home game, will be free to attend prior to today’s game against the New England Patriots.’

‘[Q:] Where is it colder, Buffalo or Norway? [A:] ”Oh, Norway. I lived in the warmest part of Norway and it’s still colder than it is here. There’s a lot of snow. When I lived in the north we’d have 10 feet of snow and it could be minus-40 there. This is summer for me right now.”’