‘”I’m done, I’m done, that’s it,” Incognito, 34, said by phone from his offseason home in Arizona. “It’s been a long career. My liver and kidneys are shutting down. Nothing I can’t restore with some balance, but the stress is killing me.”‘
Archives for April 11, 2018
What Richie Incognito’s retirement would mean to Bills
‘Incognito’s mobility, even at age 34 last season, was a big asset in the Bills’ blocking scheme for LeSean McCoy. Buffalo ranked sixth in the NFL in rushing yards. Incognito made the Pro Bowl for a third straight season. After McCoy, Incognito was the best player at his position on the Bills’ offense last year.’
LeSean McCoy on Richie Incognito’s retirement: ‘My favorite white boy can’t retire’
‘Bills running back LeSean McCoy posted a photo of Incognito and McCoy wearing Pro Bowl jerseys with the caption, “Wait wait NOO!! Wood and you … listen 1500 yards I’ll give u 300k CASH .. my favorite WHITE BOY EVER CANT retire lol… love u dog.”‘
NFL Draft Preview: Top 10 Tight ends; Bills could find help late
‘This year’s draft doesn’t appear to have that sort of star power at the position. However, it does have several tight ends who figure to be solid contributors from the second and third rounds on down.’
Report: Bills hosting San Diego St. RB Rashaad Penny on pre-draft visit Tuesday
‘Penny led the nation with 2,248 rushing yards and scored 23 touchdowns on 289 carries, finishing fifth in the Heisman Trophy voting and being named a first-team All-American. He’s projected to be a second-round draft pick by nfl.com.’
Report: Louisville CB Jaire Alexander makes pre-draft visit to Bills
‘Alexander dealt with leg and hand injuries that limited him to seven games (six starts) in 2017. He finished the year with 19 tackles, one interception and four passes defensed, being named an All-Atlantic Coast Conference honorable mention. In addition to cornerback, he’s a dangerous punt returner. He gained 223 yards on 29 returns in 2015 and 195 yards on 19 returns the following year, including a 69-yard touchdown against Florida State.’
Miami defensive tackle RJ McIntosh to reportedly visit Bills
‘McIntosh checked in at 6-4 1/2 and 286 pounds with a 6-10 wingspan at the Scouting Combine, but did not take part in on-field drills. Reports indicated doctors at the combine found a thyroid problem. He has since been put on medication and appeared slimmer at his Pro Day.’
Mock Draft Roundup 4.0: Players linked to Bills
‘Here is a roundup of the most recent mock drafts with each expert’s picks for whom the Bills will select at No. 12 and No. 22 (barring a trade).’
Bills guard Richie Incognito claims he will retire from the NFL
‘According to the analytics gurus at ProFootballFocus.com, the Bills graded out as the seventh-best offensive line in 2017, due in large part to Dawkins gaining experience through his rookie year, and players such as right guard Vlad Ducasse and right tackle Jordan Mills performing above low early-season expectations. Wood was his usual solid self, and Incognito graded out as the best player up front, particularly in the last nine games when he allowed no sacks or quarterback hits and just three QB pressures on his way to a third straight Pro Bowl invitation.’
Buffalo Bills guard Richie Incognito says he’s retiring (reports)
‘”I’m done. That’s it. It’s been a long career. Went to the doctor. My liver and kidneys are shutting down. The stress is killing me. It’s just about doing what’s right. I just want to be in the Hall of Fame.”‘
What does the Buffalo Bills’ depth chart look like following Richie Incognito’s retirement?
‘Groy is expected to compete for the starting center job with Russell Bodine, but he could compete for the left guard job if Bodine wins the center job. Last season, head coach Sean McDermott was asked about the possibility of Groy playing guard.’
Report: Richie Incognito considering retirement
‘Incognito also has fired off a slew of odd tweets on Tuesday morning along with the announcement that he’s retiring.’
Update: Incognito gives Buffalo Bills deadline in regard to retirement, cites health issues
‘Further adding to the situation is reported health considerations from Incognito. Per Vic Carucci of the Buffalo News, Incognito has cited health issues involving his liver and kidneys which Incognito described as “shutting down.”’
LeSean McCoy pleads with Richie Incognito to not retire, offers cash
‘Regardless of what goes on for the remainder of the 2018 offseason, McCoy is slated to be a big part of the Bills offense once again and as his message indicates, he already lost center Eric Wood. Now with two Pro Bowl pieces in front of him gone, McCoy might have a tough job ahead of him next season.’
The Richie Incognito saga
‘The Bills will save 4.75M against the cap with Incognito. This was confirmed by Overthecap.com’s Jason Fitzgerald.’