Archives for February 13, 2009

‘”As we go through the season we’ll also try to get to a handful of other teams’ free agents evaluated,” said Hanrahan. “But often there’s not enough time to get to everybody. So once the season ends we primarily focus on the free agents on each of the teams that remain.”‘

‘Most importantly, he’d be a practical get for the Bills. Furrey could potentially be good enough to flourish alongside Lee Evans while simultaneously not costing as much as a genuine nearly primary threat. Secondaries keying on Evans would enable Furrey to get an abundance of 10- or 11-yard receptions, allowing the Bills to win with either one deep cut or a dozen flesh wounds. The new target would also allow quarterback Trent Edwards to focus on his strengths as a precision mid-range thrower; it would be to the advantage of both players, not to mention this team.’

‘Hunter’s Day of Hope for Children is a special time for families to come together and spend time having fun while enjoying music, dancing, games, face painting, and refreshments. At the conclusion of the event, there is a time of prayer for all children.’

‘After collapsing down the stretch with a 2-9 record, extending their playoff drought to nine seasons, the Bills need to make the upcoming free agency season count.’

‘Of Buffalo’s 21 free agents, none can be considered an urgency to re-sign as a starter in 2009. Most will be evaluated by what they bring to the table as backups and special teams players.’

‘"I always thanked God every day that Bruce Smith was on my team, and not on any other team, let alone one in the AFC East." — Bills Hall of Fame QB Jim Kelly on the Bills all-time sack leader, who will join Kelly in the Hall this August.’