Archives for May 2002

The 27-year-old Teague has been somewhat defensive — especially about the prospect of playing center, which he hasn’t played since he was at the University of Tennessee.

"I’m looking forward to starting at left tackle. I’m prepared to compete for that position the best I can," he said. "At this time, I’m preparing the best I can to play tackle and learn the system here."

What about playing center? "I don’t really want to get into that."

Now that the initial introductions are over, the battle for jobs has begun. "We're loaded at every position right now so people are going to have to fight for a job, said linebacker Brandon Spoon. "It's going to be an interesting June camp and training camp."

The Bills today announced the ticket procedures for the team’s uniform unveiling event at Ralph Wilson Stadium on Saturday, June 8. The event is free to attend but a ticket will be required for admission.

Photos of Drew Bledsoe, Mike Williams, Grant Irons, Eric Moulds, London Fletcher, Eddie Robinson, Ralph Wilson, etc.

‘Ephedra is an ingredient in about 200 supplements that are commonly used for weight loss, boosting energy or building muscle mass. Nevertheless, consumer watchdog Public Citizen last year called ephedra "the most lethal" dietary supplement and has urged the Food and Drug Administration to ban it.’

‘Tacking the date to the wall also would be a way of saluting the players from the Super Bowl years who won’t make it up on the Wall individually: Frank Reich, who orchestrated that 41-38 victory out of thin air, Kenneth Davis, Jeff Wright, Nate Odomes, House Ballard and the rest.’

‘"When you have a chance to get a quarterback the caliber of Drew Bledsoe, you go after him as hard as you can. Yeah, I’m disappointed, but I’m a team player. The team is more important than me, and Drew gives us a better chance of winning. Even I know that."’

Bills one of five best teams with in terms of long term potential due to sound front office management, per Pat Kirwin.

Big Mike, as the Buffalo Bills ‘ first-round draft pick often refers to himself, put on the biggest show at the Rose Bowl this past weekend, as he and 30 other NFL rookies took part in the Reebok NFL Players Rookie Premiere.

Tuesday marked the second day of the Bills off-season camp with the entire team present. It was also the first time first-round draft pick Mike Williams took the field with the veterans.

The Countdown Until The Uniform Unveiling

A breakout season can be defined as the point at which ability, preparation and opportunity merge into production.

Henry – He would have had a 1,000-yard season as a rookie if he had stayed healthy. With a better line and an improved passing game to keep defenses playing the Bills more honestly, Henry should excel.

Jennings – Despite injuries last year as a rookie, he came on strong at right tackle. This year, he probably will be moved to center, a position he played at Georgia. Jennings has the intelligence and mobility to excel at that spot.

Since the end of the 1946 season Buffalo's professional football team has been known as the Bills. How did it get that name?

‘"You never know, you get an injury here and you move up to third corner. You get a hamstring injury here and now you’re on the edge playing as one of the first corners. He has to be able to make plays."’

‘"Last year was so dim around here. It looked like there wasn’t any light at the end of the tunnel. But there’s such a different attitude around here now. We’re walking with a swagger. That’s something we didn’t have last season."’