Archives for September 5, 2008

‘Peters is currently on Buffalo’s Did Not Report list and does not count toward a roster spot. If and when he is removed from the list, a roster spot will be created for him.’

‘Peters emerged as one of the top offensive linemen in the league last season, his first at left tackle. He held out in a bid to renegotiate the final three years of his contract. The Bills wanted him to play under his current deal for this season before they’d consider opening talks. No details were immediately available about how the standoff was resolved.’

‘”It is our understanding that Jason has filed a re-instatement letter with the National Football League and that he is reporting to One Bills Drive tomorrow morning,” said Brandon.’

‘Peters informed the Bills on Friday that he plans to end his summer-long holdout and report to the team Saturday, one day before Buffalo opens its season against Seattle. The team already has made the decision that Peters will not play Sunday against Seattle.’

‘Pro Football Hall of Fame running back Thurman Thomas will speak at the SUNY College at Brockport at 9 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 9, in the Seymour College Union Ballroom. Thomas will give a talk, answer questions and be available to sign memorabilia brought to the event. Admission is free for The College at Brockport students and $15 for all others.’

‘Buffalo Bills Pro Bowl left tackle Jason Peters will end his holdout and report to the Bills on Saturday, according to multiple reports.’

‘”I didn’t even know until I got back in town last night what the reason was, but I feel bad for Angelo and I wish him the best of luck,” said Costanzo of his re-signing with the club. “Unfortunately, in this business that happens sometimes. Hopefully I could help replace him to some extent.”‘

‘"We’re in a situation 72 hours before game time that we needed the spot, so we took the spot," Jauron said of Sunday’s season opener against Seattle. "It was a disappointment for us, and I’m sure it was for him. It kind of came out of the blue, so here we are. The timing was unusual."’

‘Bills 20, Seattle 17.’

‘He says the Bills are improved; Buffalo is a difficult place to play; and Seattle struggled last year on the road.’

‘The players will host a pizza and art party with young patients. After the pizza party, they will help the kids paint ceiling tiles that will be used to decorate the Women & Children’s Hospital rooms and hallways.’

‘Costanzo had been with the club since being signed to the team’s practice squad last October. He was eventually promoted to the active roster on Dec. 14 of last year and played in the final three games of the season, mainly on special teams.’

‘Let Edwards be a manager who gets decent results out of other people rather than having to put forth a fabulous performance himself. While he naturally must look sharp, he shouldn’t be expected to do most of everything himself in a superstar manner, as short throws will lead to the best long-term results.’

‘”It’s a pretty big surprise,” said Keith Ellison, who will replace Crowell on the strong side. “Cro has been practicing pretty well the last few weeks. I guess his knee just was bothering him a little too much to keep playing on it. The biggest thing is get him healthy and get him back as soon as possible.”‘

‘”This is my first time making the 53- man roster and all the hard work has kind of paid off,” he said. “I was brought up from the practice squad last year, but I wasn’t on the opening day roster. So this is very special. I wish my family was here, my wife and son, but the best thing for them right now is to be down there near a doctor and with family so they can help my wife out.”‘