Archives for September 13, 2015

'Charles is large, even by NFL defensive-tackle standards. Not in weight (323 pounds) but in height (6-foot-5). His biceps and thighs are enormous and that, combined with a low centre of gravity, provides him with uncommon power to ward off blocks and do what he does best — stuff running plays.'

'“It was something that I was hoping not to happen,” Jackson said. “I was caught off-guard by [being released]. It’s one of those things that you just never want to be a part of. Your family is settled down in a place, and your goal is to play for one team and bring them a championship. I didn’t get that done. At the same time, I have a great opportunity in front of me to be part of a tremendous organization and make a run at a Super Bowl.”'

5 storylines: Colts vs. Bills (Indianapolis Star)

Colts expect Ryan, Bills to bring the heat (Anderson Herald Bulletin)

Colts GameDay: Rookie Parry thrives as underdog (Anderson Herald Bulletin)

Toler, Ballard stay home as Colts travel to Buffalo (AP)

Game plan: Colts at Bills (WTTV-TV)

Colts Land In Buffalo For Regular Season Opener (Colts.com)

Seven Things To Watch For: Colts/Bills Edition (Colts.com)

'Ryan inherited 70 players: 52 from the active roster (with Orton’s retirement), 10 from the practice squad and eight from various injured lists. Only 43 remain.'

'How do you sell 60,117 season seats to a fan base whose team hasn’t made the playoffs in 15 years? Hire a coach who says the postseason isn’t merely the goal … it’s the expectation.'

'The man, who police say was middle-aged and from Western New York, died on the scene, and an investigation determined the gunshot wound to be self-inflicted.'

'And that’s why quarterback is not the biggest key to success for Buffalo this season. It’s the offensive line. If Buffalo can get it together up front and simply give a quarterback some time to look downfield, it makes average talent good and good talent great.'

'And yet, he’s not a mystery to everyone. Those close to Taylor – from Hampton, Va., to Blacksburg, Va., to Baltimore to Phoenix – are hopeful, no, borderline convinced that Taylor will excel in the NFL. They use words like “special” and “charisma” and “maestro.” Just wait, they promise, just wait.'

'Ryan said he’s excited for the opportunity. The guy loves a challenge and has a history of being prepared for openers. His Jets teams were 5-1 on Opening Day; his defenses allowed an average of 16.5 points in those games.'

'Tyrod Taylor does his best work throwing rather than running.'

'Bills 27, Colts 20.'

'If I wasn't playing football, I'd be coaching or something. When I was out of college, I worked at Target in the electronics department. That was fun, but it's not something I want to do. I want to be active. My major in college was Youth Studies, so working with kids. Anything coaching or working with kids.'

'The statue gives fans the chance to shake the outstretched hands of Wilson, who is wearing a sport jacket, National Football League Hall of Fame tie, slacks and New Balance tennis shoes.'

'But for most of the last 30 years, nobody associated with Buffalo quite knew who Kemper was. His voice was famous, but he was anonymous. And until a few days before this impromptu performance in his basement, Kemper had no idea – not a clue – of the power his voice, and that song, holds in Buffalo.'

'Orchard Park Police were not releasing the man’s name, but said he was middle-aged and from Western New York.'