Archives for April 2015

'The team will manage his recovery during OTAs and minicamp and it hasn't been decided if he will be limited or will sit out practices. That decision will come when the team gathers for spring workouts later this month.'

'In the game against the Browns on Nov. 30, Watkins had three catches for a season-low 11 yards but played every offensive snap. The following week, he caught seven passes for 127 yards.'

'There’s only one returning QB who spent the 2014 season on the roster – third-year man EJ Manuel. Jeff Tuelreturns after spending last year on the practice squad. But there are two new intriguing QB candidates, both veterans. Matt Cassel has extensive experience playing with the Patriots, the Chiefs and the Vikings in his 10-year career. And Tyrod Taylor goes into his fifth year looking to build on his resume after spot duty with the Ravens.'

'The first mandatory workout of the offseason doesn't come until late May, when the Bills will hold organized team activity on Tuesday, May 26. Mandatory minicamp will take place from June 16 to June 18.'

'The team's preseason game schedule should be announced by the league within the next two weeks, with the regular season schedule announced towards the end of April. Training camp will begin in July. Stay with WGR for all the latest news and notes from the first phase of conditioning starting Monday morning.'

'Taylor is flattered by his new coach mentioning his skill set with Russell Wilson, and also sees similarities in their games. “I have definitely been around him, and I believe that is a compliment. He has played at a high level throughout his professional career. He has been to back-to-back Super Bowls so I take that as a compliment. Hopefully I can do some of those same things. As far as being capable, pulling the ball down and making moves with my feet—I am definitely capable of doing that. Like Russell, I can throw as well.”'

'Regardless of position, the team must add another player capable of starting to the group. It doesn't matter if he's a guard, a tackle, or heck — even a center. The important part is to find five offensive linemen that can keep the quarterback upright and make some lanes for running back LeSean McCoy.'

'Each club may hold a rookie football development program for a period of seven weeks, which in 2015 may begin on May 11. During this period, no activities may be held on weekends, with the exception of one post-NFL Draft rookie minicamp, which may be conducted on either the first or second weekend following the draft. The dates of the post-draft rookie minicamps will be circulated at a later date.'

'“I feel good that we have two young tackles and I’m excited to see” new offensive line coach “Aaron Kromer work with them,” Ryan said of Henderson and left tackle Cordy Glenn, who is entering his fourth season with the Bills. “Those are two guys that you’d love to see what they’re going to do. They’re pretty darn good right now. Let’s see how far they can go. Both of them have phenomenal ability.”'

'When Buffalo’s first turn to select comes up at No. 50 overall in the second round, there should be a good selection of offensive linemen to choose from. If Whaley stays true to his word, however, the Bills won’t be pigeonholed into taking one, and will instead select the best player remaining on their board.'

'Ryan is a perfect fit for Bills fans, who are always ready to buy the gleeful notion that better times lie just ahead. Ryan’s hiring, coming soon after Terry Pegula bought the team and assured its long-term survival in Buffalo, sent people’s optimism soaring.'

'Places like Pittsburgh, Baltimore, Detroit and Cleveland have made downtown stadiums part of their cityscape and game-day experience. Parking challenges sparked creative ideas from new entrepreneurs.'

'Tight end Nick O'Leary could be on the Bills' radar, but he injured his hamstring in the workout. Buffalo is, however, scheduled to have a second meeting with Florida State running back Karlos Williams, according to CBS in Tallahassee. The Bills drafting a running back would be a bit of a surprise considering the already crowded depth chart.'

'Ruston coach Brad Laird said helmets, shoulder pads and practice dummies were bought with the donation.'

'After trading for Matt Cassel, signing Tyrod Taylor, still having EJ Manuel in the fold, and knowing they wouldn’t get either Jameis Winston or Marcus Mariota at #19, QB would be out of the question with that selection. The consensus next few quarterbacks on the board, in no particular order, are Garrett Grayson (Colorado State), Bryce Petty (Baylor), and Brett Hundley (UCLA). None of which are worthy of first-round selections.'