Archives for July 17, 2004

‘In 10 seasons with the Steelers, the 31-year-old Oklahoma State product has recorded 527 total tackles (415 solo) and two interceptions.’

‘"I like how the offense is designed," Shelton said. "The fullback plays a big role and gets to do a lot of blocking. I love playing physical football so it fits my style. I like the power running game."’

‘Clearly these fans are ready for another exciting season of Bills football to kick off.’

‘Gildon can help one of the few weaknesses the Bills have on defense, a pass rush. He will line up either as a pass rushing linebacker on a small defensive end.’

‘Gildon, who turns 32 in July, figures to be used as a situational pass rusher from the strong side behind starter Jeff Posey. The Bills start London Fletcher at middle linebacker and Takeo Spikes on the weak side. However, the reported addition of Gildon gives them the option to use 3-4 alignments with Posey moving inside.’

‘The question is: Can he recapture some of his old form? Gildon has 77 career sacks and made three Pro Bowls – in 2001, 2002 and 2003.’

‘The Hunter’s Hope Foundation, begun by Kelly to support awareness of a fatal nervous system disease afflicting his son, tried to block unemployment payments to Kathleen Pfohl, who worked as the foundation’s event manager. Foundation administrators accused her of "inappropriate dress, use of vulgar language and rudeness to staff and volunteers." They also said she used vulgar language and mocked staff during Kelly’s induction ceremony at the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio.’

‘Miller hasn’t been told what kind of role he’ll have on Bills radio broadcasts next season, when John Murphy takes his play-by-play seat on 97 Rock and former Bills quarterback Alex Van Pelt makes his debut as an analyst. “They have a great play-by-play guy in Murph and it’s wonderful they have a player in there,” Miller said. “A lot of teams use a former player, but how many have former quarterbacks?”‘

‘The camp, in its first year, was specifically designed for linemen and was taught by Teague, who plays for the Buffalo Bills; Chad Clifton, who is with the Green Bay Packers; and Dave Moore, who also plays for Buffalo.’

‘Gildon agreed late Friday night to a one-year deal worth around $1.25 million. There are also around $500,000 worth of incentives in the contract. He also had been talking to the Bengals and Packers.’

‘Ross Tucker, Mike Pucillo, and Marques Sullivan are all vying for the starting opportunity and all three men are neck and neck at this point.’