‘”The only way you change culture is to win football games like that … You face adversity and still go out and win.”‘
Archives for September 9, 2014
Unexpected win a character check for Bills
‘Defensive tackle Kyle Williams, who had a key interception – the first of a nine-year career – admitted of the win, “I think you can look at it as an improved makeup of the team. Guys that have been around awhile and guys that have had success like (linebacker Brandon) Spikes and (cornerback) Corey Graham. We’ve got guys that have been around and can kind of rub off on (the younger) guys.”‘
Bills Find A Way To Win
‘What matters is that young players learned they can play with anyone, even on the road. What matters is that E.J. Manuel showed what he can do as a steward of a good team. What matters is that the Bills won.’
Whaley’s acquisitions paid off in opening win
‘Brandon Spikes, the veteran linebacker, had six tackles and a sack. Punter Colton Schmidt, who was picked up a week before the season, dropped four of his five punts inside the 20 and limited Chicago to minus-1 yard in returns. Kickoff specialist Jordan Gay had five touchbacks. The other was returned to the 13.’
Bills find formula for success against Bears
‘If the Bills are able to replicate that success running the ball on a weekly basis, it will allow quarterback EJ Manuel to have games like he did Sunday and the team should be competitive.’
Sources say Bills sale could happen as soon as today
‘Two sources said there was a belief the Bills’ winning bid will be higher than the $1 billion the Cleveland Browns sold for in 2012 and could break the NFL record of $1.1 billion set by the Miami Dolphins in 2009.’
Bills-Bears Upon Further Review
‘EJ Manuel standing up and speaking at the pregame offense meeting Saturday night. This didn’t come from Manuel, but in the locker room Sunday several players shared an account of Manuel interrupting the offensive skull session led by coordinator Nathaniel Hackett to address his teammates and basically tell them to forget the preseason and get focused on the regular season.’
Terry Pegula on the verge of buying the Buffalo Bills, according to reports
‘But for months it was Pegula has been the front runner. His process has been the most organized with the fewest leaks, and he had plenty of money to work with. While Bon Jovi and his Toronto group tried to fend off public perception that they would move the team, Pegula has shown his commitment to Buffalo and had the full support of the Bills’ fan base.’
Buffalo Bills release Jacquies Smith to make room for Nigel Bradham returning from suspension
‘”I’m excited, especially with Keith (Rivers) day-to-day now and you get Nigel back,” Marrone said. “With the way he was playing, I’m excited about him being back. I really am. I think he was playing extremely well before and we’re looking forward to him being consistent and playing well when we start playing again.”‘
Doug Marrone supports NFL’s harsher stance on domestic violence in light of Ray Rice suspension
‘”Am I happy that the NFL is taking a harder stance?” Marrone asked. “Yes.”‘
Two known selection criteria beyond money, including certainty of NFL approval, mean highest bidder
‘Two critical factors beyond money — both long speculated as playing a role — indeed are among the Ralph Wilson trust’s expressed selection criteria. QMI Agency has confirmed that “certainty of NFL approval” is one, and the ability to close the deal immediately is the other.’
Buffalo Bills could fetch record bid at $1.2 billion
‘A newly reconstituted Toronto bidding group once fronted by rocker Jon Bon Jovi also submitted a bid. It is thought the group, which includes the owner of the Toronto Raptors and Maple Leafs, would seek to move the team to Canada once the stadium lease allows.’
Bills show uncommon resiliency in first-game win
‘”We’re undefeated,” wide receiver Mike Williams said. “It feels good. Like Wood said yesterday, we’re better than half the teams in the league right now. It feels good. We have a lot of confidence going into the week.”‘
AP sources: Bills close to identifying owner
‘The other groups submitting bids were led by New York City real estate mogul Donald Trump, and a Toronto group led by rocker Jon Bon Jovi. The bids were submitted to Morgan Stanley, the banking firm overseeing the sale process on behalf of late owner Ralph Wilson’s estate.’
Bills make room for Bradham, release DE Smith
‘With Bradham set to return, the franchise made room for him on the roster on Monday with the release of defensive end Jacquies Smith. Smith made the team initially as the fifth defensive end on the depth chart and the ninth of nine total defensive linemen. He still has practice squad eligibility remaining.’