Archives for October 7, 2004

‘In order to remain calm, you should accept that Drew Bledsoe and the Buffalo line is a disastrous mixture during obvious passing downs. Expect a sack nearly every time. Now, if they convert, you’ll be pleasantly surprised. And if people bug you about the Bills at the water cooler, or if they call you up incessantly to rip on them and bring you down, do what Dr. Wayne Dyer, a motivational expert, suggests whenever people get on your nerves. Refuse to ingest it. Remain calm and simply say, “I’m sorry, that’s your stuff, and that has nothing to do with me.”‘

‘“It’s (a hole) we have to climb out of,” said Buffalo coach Mike Mularkey of his team’s 0-3 start. “We’ll find out what we’re made of during the next few weeks. There is a lot of football left and I believe in these guys.”’

‘While the 3-0 Jets have shown they know how to win, the 0-3 Bills have mastered the art of self-destruction. They are minus-two in turnover margin (the Jets are plus 8). They have been flagged for 25 penalties, good for 227 backward yards (the Jets have just nine penalties for 64). The Jets have won by 7, 6 and 8 points.’

‘Bills DTs Pat Williams and Sam Adams vs. Jets C Kevin Mawae – They don’t come better, or tougher, than Mawae who snapped left-handed against Miami last week because his right hand was heavily taped to protect a cracked bone. If Williams and Adams can wear on Mawae, it will open some blitz lanes for the linebackers and DBs.’

‘It appears that 1-2 running punch of Travis Henry and Willis McGahee that the Bills coaching staff talked about in the off-season was all hot air, leaving many to wonder why McGahee was drafted at all.’

‘Trey Teague was not at practice Wednesday, but is still questionable for Sunday against the Jets. Mike Mularkey wouldn’t reveal exactly what’s wrong, but it’s around the meniscus in the knee.’

‘The Jets just don’t make any mistakes, and right now, the Bills are still bound to make a few. That’s the difference in a 24-17 New York win.’

‘Prediction: Jets 24 Bills 17.’

‘In five career games versus the Jets, Henry has rushed for 567 yards, an average of 113.4 yards per game.’

‘"This partnership between the Bills and Tops is a unique opportunity for our fans and customers alike," said Scott Berchtold, vice president of communications for the Buffalo Bills. "Fans will be able to pick up fun and alternative products to meet their tailgating and collectible needs."’

‘After the Bills were absent from the Monday night stage for four years, Smith and Reed’s first appearance came seven games into the ’88 campaign when they traveled to the Meadowlands and helped beat the Jets, 37-14. The most points the Bills had scored in a regulation game in nine seasons.’

‘"I’m just taking it day-to-day," said Vincent. "I feel better than I did yesterday and I don’t want to go into the weeks and days because if I’m not back when I say I’m supposed to be back then where do I go from my mindset? I don’t want fans or my teammates expecting me to be back tomorrow if I’m not ready. As soon as I’m ready I’ll be back on the football field."’

‘"The day helps to reinforce the messages that high schools are passing on to their players each and every day: take care of your school work, practice and play hard, and enjoy the experience," said Mikko Simon, Manager of NFLHS.com. "Every NFL player loves reminiscing about his high school days, and many have formed long-lasting relationships with their coaches and teammates. NFL High School Tuesday helps today’s high schoolers realize the value of what they are doing and not to take anything for granted."’

‘If Trey Teague’s knee injury keeps him sidelined, Ross Tucker, usually a back-up guard, would make his first career start at center.’