Archives for April 2, 2013

‘Barkley might be a first-round candidate in this month’s NFL Draft, although not all draft analysts are enthusiastic about his pro prospects. Southern California receiver Robert Woods, widely viewed as a second-round prospect, also was believed to be part of the workout.’

‘Any sales tax this generated by these purchases will be more than offset by millions of dollars in annual operating subsidies from taxpayers – even though the Bills are among the 10 most profitable franchises in the National Football League, according to Forbes magazine.’

‘Since Doug Marrone was hired as head coach, many have made the obvious connection between the Bills’ new coach and his former college quarterback. A three-year starter, Nassib threw for 9,190 yards, 70 touchdowns and 28 interceptions for the Orange under Marrone and Nathaniel Hackett’s direction.’

‘Barkley, who posted a solid performance at USC’s pro day last week, joins Geno Smith, Landry Jones and E.J. Manuel on the list of signal callers put through individual workouts with Buffalo.’

‘Bills head coach Doug Marrone and his staff will have their first opportunity to interact with players beginning Tuesday, April 2, as the Bills get their voluntary offseason conditioning program underway from One Bills Drive.’

‘Kolb’s insertion into the lineup could prompt the Bills to rely on a quick-rhythm passing game, featuring an assortment of slants, screens and crossing routes to get the ball into the hands of Johnson quickly on the perimeter. Additionally, the exceptional receiving skills of Spiller and Jackson could lead to a ton of passes to the running backs on swings, flats and option routes from the backfield. Remember, Reggie Bush was utilized primarily as a receiver during Marrone’s tenure with the Saints, catching 213 passes for 1,599 yards and eight touchdowns from 2006 to ’08.’