‘His 61 receptions and 658 yards in 2011 were second on the Bills to Stevie Johnson. Nelson also had five touchdowns, including a dramatic 6-yard grab with 14 seconds left to beat the Oakland Raiders in the home opener. The receiver was credited with starting 13 games in 2011.’
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Tennessee speedster may appeal to Bills’ deep thinkers
‘Cordarrelle Patterson, WR, Tennessee. Positional need grew larger with the departure of David Nelson. Patterson has limited major college experience but has the measurables teams like. Sunday’s 40-yard dash time of 4.42 seconds is a great sign for his chances of being the No. 1 receiver selected.’
Bills elect against offering contract to WR Nelson
‘At 6-foot-5 and 204 pounds, Nelson became a dependable contributor during his first two seasons with a combined 92 catches for 1,011 yards and eight touchdowns. Last year, his season ended in the opener with a torn right knee ligament.’
Bills won’t tender WR Nelson
‘In three seasons, Nelson totaled 94 catches for 1,042 yards and eight touchdowns. With both he and Jones now off the roster, the Bills are left with only three receivers that started 2012 on their opening game roster. That list includes Stevie Johnson, T.J. Graham and Brad Smith.’
Bills will not tender RFA WR Nelson
‘”We spoke with David Nelson’s agent this morning and informed him that we will not tender David,” said Bills GM Buddy Nix.’