Archives for May 9, 2006

‘For the Kids Day game vs. Cleveland, tickets for kids 14 & under can be purchased at a reduced cost of $8.00 for the general public and $6.00 for all season ticket holders with a Bills Value Card. As part of “Kids Day,” the Browns game will feature pre-game activities for children as well as a special collector’s item gate giveaway for all fans 14 and under. Following the game there will be a spectacular fireworks display. Last year, the “Kids Day” attendance of 71,323 ranked third on the Bills all-time preseason attendance list.’

‘If Levy and coach Dick Jauron had solid evidence Whitner might go to Arizona at No. 10 or Baltimore at No. 12, then obviously the Bills had to sit where they were and just take the guy. But my information from two teams drafting in that area was that the only team extremely interested in Whitner before the middle of the round was the Ravens. And the intelligence around the league said Baltimore would certainly take nose tackle Haloti Ngata if he were there.’

‘To be successful in any career, Vincent told the children they need dedication, education and repetition. For those who make it as professional athletes, Vincent reminded the kids there are parts of the job they don’t see – 13-hour workdays, stitches, surgery and angry fans. “Life favors those who are prepared,” said Vincent, who also works in financial services and insurance sales. “Create good habits. Turn in your homework on time.”‘

‘"We thought he’d be worth trying at fullback," said Bills Assistant GM Tom Modrak. "Over the past couple of years we’ve looked at linebackers and tight ends and people who would fit that position because there are so few of them. And after a workout we thought it was worth a try."’

With guys like Spikes and Vincent on their side, it’s no wonder the Bills are one of the most talented teams in football in terms of character. Bravo, gentlemen. Keep up the terrific work on the field, but more importantly, off the field.’