Archives for May 2006

‘The Bills officially signed eight undrafted rookie free agents Friday.’

‘The Buffalo Bills have invited the following individuals to audition on Tuesday May 9, 2006 at 3:00 PM for the opportunity to sing the National Anthem at a home game during the 2006 National Football League Season…’

‘Follow the action as the Buffalo Sabres take on the Ottawa Senators tonight in Game 1 of their best of seven series. Don’t forget to check out the message boards and exchange opinions about tonight’s game!’

‘”If you don’t know what to do you can’t play fast, show your athletic ability and show the things that you can do,” Whitner said. “I don’t have an urge to get in and play right now. I need to know what to do first. And once I learn what to do then I’ll be able to show the things that I can do on the football field.”‘

‘”Any time you get players, you’re always excited,” Fewell said. “We’re probably going to take some lumps here and there. But it’s going to be fun to take these young guys out and let them know what the National Football League’s all about.”‘

‘The Bills will look smart if Whitner develops along the lines of the only safeties chosen in the top 10 of the 10 previous drafts, Dallas’ Roy Williams (2002) and Washington’s Sean Taylor (2004). Oakland took Texas safety Michael Huff one pick before Whitner.’

‘Moorman, recruited to PSU by Jewett, also earned All-America honors four years in football as a punter. He currently is the punter for the Buffalo Bills and was the American Football Conference’s punter in the Pro Bowl in February in Hawaii.’

‘"The reason why I love giving back so much is because it’s something that’s close to my heart," said Spikes. "I’ve had family members pass away including my father four years ago because of illnesses associated with cancer. So if I’m able to go out and create awareness there’s no telling what we can do."’

Anwar Phillips, a two-year starter at cornerback, signed with the New Orleans Saints; Chris Harrell, a two-year starter at safety, with the Arizona Cardinals and Matthew Rice, a three-year starter at defensive end, with the Buffalo Bills.

‘”I see where the Bills made headlines over the weekend. Which reminds me, cousin, when Marv Levy goes shopping, can he remember where he parked his car, or does he wander around aimlessly until he finds it? Ever see him put on one black shoe and one brown shoe?”‘

‘McCargo and Williams could be terrific players for the Bills down the line, and it certainly won’t hurt that they’ll have Tripplett, a high-character veteran, alongside them as they develop. If you’re looking for the Bills’ run defense to be ranked 29th again next season, then be prepared to look foolish. It could easily move into the league’s top 15, or if things go well, the top 10.’

‘"One guy just asked me what practice is like," said Lancaster. "How many practices there will be this weekend was another question. They’re wide-eyed right now. They don’t know what to expect even if they have friends in the league trying to tell them what it’s like. This weekend is going to fly by for them."’

‘"People portrayed Ralph as this older guy who wasn’t thinking clearly," Weaver said. "Ralph was thinking just fine. He understood the situation perfectly."’

‘The Bills, CSC and Sportservice handle guest services operations, security, and food and beverage distribution for all Ralph Wilson Stadium events. Each year, the Bills, CSC and Sportservice hire employees to fill a variety of positions during Buffalo Bills home games and other events held at Ralph Wilson Stadium.’

‘And is Levy old? Well, yeah — but so is the Mona Lisa. You don’t want to throw that out, do you?’