Archives for January 2005

‘It’s not clear if Jones has another job or if he’s just leaving the Bills.’

‘The Bills, on Monday, did not provide a reason for Jones’ departure.’

‘Bills Director of Physical Development/Assistant to the Head Coach Rusty Jones has informed Coach Mike Mularkey that he will be leaving the Bills organization.’

‘Season ticket costs will now range from $25 to $43 while individual seats will range from $35 (Tops family section) to $53 per seat.’

‘Turning the offense over to rookie QB J.P. Losman next season would be a risky proposition for a team with playoff aspirations. Despite his strong arm, good mobility and supreme confidence, Losman needs work to get mentally ready to handle the demands of leading an NFL attack. The Bills can win with Drew Bledsoe, but there are doubts about how far he can take them. If the team turns to Losman, it’s hard to believe Bledsoe would accept a backup role.’

‘Bledsoe is scheduled to make $3.3 million in base salary next season and is due a $1.05 million roster bonus. His total salary cap charge is $6.5 million. If the Bills release Bledsoe, he would count $4.3 million against the cap, which is the amount of amortized bonus money left from the $6.5 million bonus he received in May.’

‘In a 2004 NFL pricing survey, Buffalo’s most popular season ticket (lower level sideline seats between the 30-yard lines) ranked last in the league in price, nearly 50 percent cheaper than the next closest team.’

‘Best hope to break spell: If the NFL realigns again and the Bills land in a division that doesn’t include New England. Don’t hold your breath … there’s always the parity.’

‘"It is a great feeling of personal accomplishment," said Clements, who is the first Bills cornerback to make the Pro Bowl since Nate Odomes in 1993. "It says a lot about our defense and the type of players we have on this team. We have all played hungry and have made the plays to give us the recognition we deserve."’

‘The 25-year-old Clements was a second alternate to the NFL’s all-star game. Starting cornerback Chris McAlister of Baltimore had to back out of the game due to a foot injury, and his replacement, Miami’s Patrick Surtain, was scratched with a groin injury.’

‘The Buffalo Bills will raise ticket prices this fall but also will decrease prices for a newly created end zone section being dubbed "Rock Pile" seats.’

‘Adelphia hopes to soothe the loss of Empire by carrying the network that covers Buffalo’s favorite sport. "I wouldn’t want to say anything about anyone losing anything, but what they gain is the NFL 24/7," said coordinating producer Eric Weinberger. "It should be on in a football town like Buffalo. . . . It is a great opportunity for everyone to be on the ground floor of something that is set up to succeed and the flagship of the No. 1 sport," Eisen said.’

‘The reason is not necessarily the second-round draft pick the Bills are believed to be asking for, but Henry’s past fumbling problems.’

‘Select season ticket sections will increase by $2 to $4 while individual game tickets are also going to be more expensive; fans can expect to pay $3 to $5 more for those.’

‘"Nate had a terrific year," secondary coach Steve Szabo said. "He led our team in interceptions and made some big plays for us. I think what’s most significant about him is as the season progressed, Nate improved. He got better as time went on which is a credit to him and his hard work."’