Archives for April 2007

‘The Bills host former coach Wade Phillips and the Dallas Cowboys in a nationally-televised game at Ralph Wilson Stadium October 8th. It’s the first home MNF game in Orchard Park since 1994.’

‘Individual game tickets go on sale July 14…’.

‘Miami will make its fifth December trip in seven seasons to Orchard Park.’

‘It will mark Dallas’ first trip to Orchard Park since 1996 and be the first Monday night game the Bills have hosted since a 27-20 win over Denver on Sept. 26, 1994.’

‘Buffalo hosts only two games after Nov. 18.’

Sep 9 Denver 1:00pm

Sep 16 @Pittsburgh 1:00pm

Sep 23 @New England 1:00pm

Sep 30 N.Y. Jets 1:00pm

Oct 8 Dallas 8:30pm

Week 6 BYE

Oct 21 Baltimore 1:00pm

Oct 28 @N.Y. Jets 4:05pm

Nov 4 Cincinnati 1:00pm

Nov 11 @Miami 1:00pm

Nov 18 New England 1:00pm

Nov 25 @Jacksonville 1:00pm

Dec 2 @Washington 1:00pm

Dec 9 Miami 1:00pm

Dec 16 @Cleveland 1:00pm

Dec 23 N.Y. Giants 1:00pm

Dec 30 @Philadelphia 1:00pm.

‘The starting running back in 2007 for the Bills is anyone’s guess as of right now, but two things are likely: 1. It isn’t going to be veteran Anthony Thomas; 2. An answer will be had by the time the sun sets on the draft, which will be around 6 p.m. on April 29.’

‘Therefore, although some believe Buffalo is destined for horrible things next season, take heart, Bills fans: The team probably isn’t going to resemble the 2001 Super Bowl-winning Patriots, but it won’t be last year’s 2-14 Raiders, either.’

‘Veteran reporter Chris Mortensen speculated that Buffalo’s decisions to part with running back Willis McGahee, cornerback Nate Clements and linebackers London Fletcher and Takeo Spikes are part of owner Ralph Wilson’s plan to slash payroll and eventually sell the franchise. Former Coyboys safety Darren Woodson joined in the Bills bashing, claming the team shouldn’t have given up on a mega-talent like McGahee.’

‘Buffalo Bills defensive end Anthony "Homegrown" Hargrove will be the guest of the Bills Backers of SW Florida at their Annual Spring Picnic on April 22 at Centennial Park.’

‘Buffalo Bills linebacker Angelo Crowell is among 116 players who have enrolled in the NFL Business Management and Entrepreneurial Program. Players apply to be accepted into the program, which is taught at some of the top business schools in the country. Crowell attended classes Feb. 25-28 at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and concluded his session April 1-4. Joining him was teammate Matt Murphy. Bills offensive lineman Brad Butler, meanwhile, attended sessions at the Harvard Business School at Harvard University.’

‘Head coach Dick Jauron said at the NFL owners’ meetings that he would have no problem going into the season with RBs Anthony Thomas, Shaud Williams and Fred Jackson. The team has visited with some free agent runners and figures to get one early in the draft. Thomas, Williams and Jackson bring good things to the table, but neither is capable of carrying a heavy-duty load. The Bills obviously know that, or they wouldn’t be actively searching for an upgrade in the backfield.’

‘Right now, the potential is there for Youboty to move into the Bills’ starting defensive lineup, and that could lead Levy, assistant Tom Modrak and head coach Dick Jauron to shy away from selecting a corner in the first round this year. With so many other glaring needs on the roster, it’s probably for the best.’

‘The Buffalo Bills will be featured today in ESPN’s 32-part series examining each NFL team’s draft needs. The segment is hosted by Chris Mortensen and features ESPN draft expert Mel Kiper and former Dallas Cowboys safety Darren Woodson.’