Archives for July 15, 2008

‘Alvin Bowen – The Bills fifth-round pick might be one of the bigger beneficiaries when the pads go on in training camp. Known as a tackling machine, this former 1st Team All-Big 12 selection had five forced fumbles as a senior and should provide an instant impact on special teams.’

‘The Buffalo Bills announced Tuesday that tickets will be available beginning Friday, July 18 for the Bills Verizon Wireless Training Camp night practices on August 5 and August 7 at St. John Fisher College in Rochester. Tickets for all night practices are complimentary.’

‘That said, Omon could conceivably beat out the little-used Dwayne Wright for that third spot. At this point, the second-year man has to worry more about holding his ground rather than moving ahead. Not helping Wright is the fact Omon possesses a similar physique and technique. At 5-foot-11 and 227 pounds, Omon is built like a snowplow with legs; he established a reputation for running through college opponents instead of around them.’

‘Former Buffalo Bills safety Jeff Nixon and offensive lineman Adam Lingner will serve as instructors and present the ”chalk talk” after lunch.’

‘Assistant U. S. Attorney Paul Campana said Orbaker arranged to have the HSBC statements sent to his home address, and then used the line of credit for his personal expenses, including mortgage payments and a new roof for his house.’

‘"It feels great that I can come back and show these kids that just because you have tough times, don’t let it hold you down," said Everett, whose six-inch scar on the back of his neck is evidence of his obstacle. "Be true to yourself. That’s what I’m trying to pass along to these kids."’

‘The new creation is a premium French vanilla ice cream with laces of fudge and brownie pieces, all packaged in classic Bills colors.’

‘”Pray,” Everett said at his second Skills Camp on Monday. “Pray. Thank God for the blessings and ask for His help. That’s all I can do. This has been extremely hectic and hard but you can’t led things get you down. You have to stay positive. The pain is just mind over matter and I won’t quit.”‘