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Archives for October 2006

Bills place rookie McCargo on IR

‘It’s the same foot McCargo broke as a junior at North Carolina State last season, an injury that forced him to miss five games. He had appeared in all five games for Buffalo this season, and finishes the year with 11 tackles.’

McCargo to I.R., Jefferson Activated

‘Just five days after Bills rookie John McCargo underwent surgery for a broken foot, the team decided to place the defensive tackle on injured reserve effectively ending his season.’

Lions’ Marinelli seeking first win after succeeding Jauron

‘Dick Jauron was willing to keep working for the Lions last season after serving as their interim coach for the final six games after Steve Mariucci was fired. But they chose Tampa Bay’s defensive line coach over him and other candidates.’

Bills seek return to glory

‘”Things haven’t clicked yet,” said McGee, the Bills’ all-time leader in kickoff returns, yards and TDs. “We’re not on pace like we’ve been in the past. We still have a lot of games left, so hopefully we’ll get on the right track.”‘

Kelso makes strong first impressions

‘The former Bills safety may be a little stiffer than Van Pelt was in the booth, but there’s no drop in knowledge and he’s done a better job of keeping cheerleading in check.’

He didn’t fit the Bills, but would he fit 49ers?

‘McCloughan said he thought Vincent would join a team with a legitimate shot at the Super Bowl or one, like the 49ers, that can offer him playing time immediately and perhaps a starting spot. The 49ers also are more than $7.5 million under the league’s salary cap, meaning money should not be an obstacle.’

Vincent not in Eagles’ plans

‘Since the Bills released him, Vincent has heard from and has had contact with close to a dozen teams; none of them call Lincoln Financial Field home. "No, I’m not going back to the Eagles," he said. "You can let everyone know that. I’m getting the same calls you are. And I don’t want to get anyone’s hopes up."’

Improving run defense is Bills’ biggest task

The Patriots and Bears unmasked Buffalo’s primary problem on defense, which is its inability – due mainly to lack of size up front – to stand up to a power running game. If future Bills opponents are smart they will continue to attack the Bills via the ground until Tripplett and company prove they can stop it.’

Week 6 Game Preview: Lions vs. Bills

‘Buffalo’s offensive line vs. Detroit’s front four. Because the Bills rely so heavily on their ground game with McGahee, it’s important that the Lions stop the run like they did against Seattle and Green Bay. If Preston starts in place of Villarreal, it could cause some serious matchup problems with Lions tackle Shaun Rogers.’

Bills CB Clements returns to practice

‘Clements remains listed as questionable with a sore right quadriceps, which he hurt in Buffalo’s 40-7 loss at Chicago last weekend. He had been held out of practice Wednesday and Thursday.’

Buffalo Blitzed by Lake-Effect Snow

‘The Bills were forced to alter their workout schedule on Friday. Meetings, which are normally held early Friday morning, were pushed back until 12 Noon and practice was changed to 2:25-3:50 p.m.’

Bills Kick Return Unit Feels They’re Close

‘Part of the problem has been the need to make some changes to the unit. Former wedge captain Justin Bannan was lost in free agency and fullback Joe Burns didn’t make the team this summer. That forced April to plug other players into those positions. Daimon Shelton was tried at fullback along with Anthony Thomas. Tim Anderson and rookie Kyle Williams were used on the wedge as was Duke Preston. The lack of continuity from last season’s lineup has required the new members of the unit to jell with the vets.’