Archives for April 25, 2005

‘The Dallas Cowboys signed three former Bulldogs, kicker Brett Visintainer, tight end Duncan Reid and defensive end Claude Sanders. Tight end Stephen Spach joined the NFC Champion Philadelphia Eagles and cornerback Therrian Fontenot signed with the Buffalo Bills.’

‘Everett fits in with the latest trend in the NFL, a sleek, fast, pass catcher who can get open down field. Some scouts even compare him to Antonio Gates of the San Diego Chargers.’

‘"I think he has the ability to make big plays anytime he touches the ball," said Bills Head Coach Mike Mularkey. "It’s a rare thing when you can find a guy that has that kind of speed with the quicks."’

‘"The Bills made it real easy," Goldsberry said. "The situation to compete was better and they offered me significantly more money. It worked out that the Lord took care of me today."’

‘Tight end Brad Cieslak was picked up by the Buffalo Bills immediately after the draft. There was a chance to be drafted in the fifth round. "It worked out perfectly," said Cieslak. "They told me if that I was still available after the draft they would go after me. They told me that they were in need of a physical tight end who loves to play in the trenches." Cieslak won’t be alone in his journey to Buffalo as cornerback Rob Lee also signed with the team.’

‘A young quarterback needs to get the ball out of his hands quickly. With their first two picks, the Bills gave Losman a slot receiver and a tight end they think will be instant targets.’

‘Maybe, but it’s more likely the defense will fall off a bit and allow more yards and points. An improved offense will have to score more to compensate, which might be exactly what they have in mind.’

‘Donahoe is still optimistic that a trade can happen, and he might have a willing partner in the Philadelphia Eagles.’

‘He is a physical run blocker and was outstanding as a pass protector at Illinois. He allowed only one sack in his last two college seasons, which should make Bills quarterback J.P. Losman happy.’

‘"I got my choice, which is better for me," Gause said. "My agent talked to a couple of other teams, but the Bills made a better offer and they didn’t draft anybody at my position." The Bills currently have just four defensive ends on their roster, the senior of which has only four years of NFL experience.’

‘Grogan noted the draft meant good news for two former Pack players who he represents, Daryl Towns and Jorge Cordova. Buffalo did not select any linebackers in the draft, which gives Towns, who spent last year on the Bills practice squad, a better chance of making the team.’

‘The selection of Parrish seems to indicate the Bills’ displeasure with their current crop of receivers looking to fill the No. 3 role, most notably Josh Reed, a second-round pick in 2002, and Sam Aiken, a fourth-rounder in ’03. Parrish also will further strengthen the Bills’ top-rated special teams, giving them a punt returner who is a threat to take it all the way each time he catches the ball. They already have a kick returner in Terrence McGee who poses the same threat on kickoffs, with McGee having returned three kicks for touchdowns in 2004.’

‘The team’s defense, ranked No. 2 in the NFL two years running but growing older and suffering a hit at defensive tackle with the loss of free agent Pat Williams (Minnesota), was especially neglected.’

‘Coaxing Matthews back is a coup for the Bills.’

‘Had the Bills hung onto their 2004 first-round pick, they would’ve chosen 20th overall. As it turns out, they would’ve had the chance the select Cal’s Aaron Rodgers, the second-ranked quarterback who went to Green Bay at 24.’