Archives for July 30, 2015

'I still think Cassel is the favorite but that is solely based on the fact he has more NFL experience than Manuel and Taylor. Since they don't have an elite QB on the roster, I think Rex Ryan and Greg Roman will be looking for someone with a steady hand, who makes the right decisions more often than not, and gets the ball into the hands of the various play makers on offense.'

'The 6-7, 315 pound Cherilus has played 104 games, starting 100 in his NFL career. He was selected in the first round by the Lions (17th overall) in 2008.'

'“It does feel different and I’m excited about it,” defensive tackle Kyle Williams said. “We’ve got a group that can do some special things.”'

'“Just happy to have the talent we have,” said defensive coordinator Dennis Thurman. “They were good last year. Our job, for this entire defense, as coaches, from Rex (Ryan) on down is to see if we can get this group from great to elite. One of the defenses that people are talking about for years to come.”'