Archives for May 24, 2005

‘Rheem was a semifinalist for the Lou Groza Award (nation’s top kicker) in 2004 and is considered very accurate and consistent with good mechanics. League scouts said he just lacked superior leg strength and couldn’t get top-notch distance or hang time on kickoffs. But Rheem was 13-of-15 on field goals as a senior including 2-for-2 from 50-yards plus.’

‘What does this mean for the Bills? As you may have read two weeks ago, owner Ralph Wilson is concerned about where the NFL is headed. The collective bargaining agreement with the players’ association ends after the 2007 season. The players are seeking a share of heretofore untapped revenues, revenues teams aren’t mandated to share among themselves. Franchises at the high end of the scale are opposed to divvying up the individual pots. That means that in the next CBA the Bills likely would take a heavier hit than the teams making more money. And that makes it less attractive for the Bills to remain in Buffalo when it comes time to settle Wilson’s estate.’

‘The speedster out of Miami was among three dozen of the NFL’s top rookies who just yesterday put on their pro-uniforms to pose for the Donruss Card Company out in Los Angeles.’

‘Bills Backers from all over the world are invited to attend Bills Backers Weekend to be held the weekend of October 9th when the Bills host AFC East-rival Miami Dolphins at 1 pm. Special ticket packages are available for registered Bills Backers. The packages include a tour of Ralph Wilson Stadium, a meeting with a Bills official and a lunch buffet on Saturday, October 8th as well as a tailgate party and game ticket on Sunday, October 9th. Bills Backers will also have access to hotel room discounts for the weekend. Packages are available for purchase through the Bills ticket office by calling 877-BBTICKS and ticket availability is limited.’