Archives for February 2015

'Incognito joins Chris Williams, Kraig Urbik, Cyrus Kouandjio and Cyril Richardson as the interior offensive linemen that could figure into the starting discussion at guard in 2015. The Bills have yet to make any announcement in regards to Incognito.'

'“I went to Santa Monica junior college while he was still at USC. We used to have 7-on-7 games in the summer time,” said Henderson. “We would have our junior college team and Dennis would bring his team of Division I guys and we would compete every Thursday night 7-on-7.”'

'“When folks come to take your homes, whether you’re black or white, middle class or poor people, you’re all in the same boat,” said Sam Smith, chairman of a residents’ council representing city housing tenants. “They always choose the path of least resistance. We’re all looked at as something that’s in the way of so-called progress.”'

'Fans of Syracuse and the Bills may have a tough time believing that considering the way he left both of those jobs. But he insisted his focus is on the Jaguars' offensive line coach position and had nothing but good things to say about Buffalo.'

'"It is perception that's out there," Marrone said Thursday. "The coaches that we were with, the players, I don't agree that they feel that way. That was put out there."'

'Here's a rundown of the Bills' pending free agents in order of their importance to the team.'

'“I had a three-day window in my contract, which was obviously difficult because of the time aspect of it. My family and I made a decision to leave. … And we’re not looking back. We’re looking forward and it’s that simple.”'

'"The former coach was someone that I had to let go, that I've worked with twice," Marrone said. "To say that I didn't expect something like that to happen would be naive on my part. I think that sometimes when you have to make decisions that better whatever situation you're in and you're in that role, sometimes when you have to move on from people, they look to get you back. I'm not like that so I really wouldn't understand why someone would do that."'

'The conclusions are just about what you think they might be. There aren't any great options. Foles has the best numbers, but nobody is that far ahead of Manuel.'

'While Marrone was mentioned with head coaching jobs with the New York Jets, Denver and Chicago, he said he assumed nothing when leaving Buffalo. “I didn’t have that going in,” he said. “I knew it was all open.”'

'“The players love and respect him. We’ve been together for a long time and it’s because I need him. My hope was (the Pegulas) sign me quick so I could keep Dennis … he makes me look good.”'

'“We always had a saying: We know all the players’ names, their wives’ names, their kids’ names, and most of the dogs’ names,” said Carpenter, who has been with the Bills for 30 years and their head trainer for 19. “We’re kind of the first-line of defense for them on and off the field. And when a son or a daughter would get hurt, they’re calling us instead of the pediatrician, asking us, ‘Where should we send them? What should we do?’'

'Ryan will be at the show on its opening day as part of a special “Buffalo Sports” celebration, along with members of the Buffalo Bandits and the Bandettes dance team.'

'What isn't clear is whether Jeter wanted to be the majority owner or was interested in becoming part of a group. What is clear, however, is that the Pegulas didn't know Jeter had expressed interest in the team, have not been approached by him about purchasing part of the team and aren't considering selling him a share of the franchise.'

'The injury history is one thing, but the fact that Petty keeps getting hurt isn't entirely a coincidence. His pocket presence is a work in progress, and he has trouble sensing and avoiding pressure.'