‘”It’s just the way the league works,” Odighizuwa said during Bills minicamp this week. “A lot of guys can attest to this. Sometimes you get drafted one place and it doesn’t go the way you envision it. You’re just looking for that second opportunity. You’ve got to be grateful when you get that second opportunity. Guys come from different walks of life, different challenges, some guys sit out longer than I have. You have to be grateful when you get the call.”‘
Archives for June 16, 2018
Jay Skurski’s Bills Mailbag: Should fans be worried Josh Allen hasn’t signed yet?
‘Rookie contracts in the NFL are slotted based on draft position. That means the hardest part of a usual negotiation – money – isn’t an issue. There can still be some minor hang-ups over contract language and structure.’
Editorial: The Bills call foul
‘We get that a football game isn’t Disney on Ice. We have no illusions that alcohol won’t be part of many NFL patrons’ pregame rituals, that fans will refrain from profanity during the heat of a game, or that tailgaters will hold hands and sing hymns in the parking lots. But the pendulum has swung much too far in the other direction.’
Buffalo Bills’ 10 most important players under-25 entering 2018 season
‘Offensive guard John Miller would have made the cut, but his 25th birthday will come in August before the start of the regular season. Miller will look to win back his former job at right guard this season.’
Jim Kelly encourages student athletes to never give up
‘He encouraged the young adults to enjoy the banquet, noting that for some, it would be the last time they might be honored for their athletic ability. “You can’t get to be the best without sacrifices in your life,” he told them.’
Josh Allen enters Bills’ minicamp third on the depth chart, while AJ McCarron gets the reins
‘People often discuss the effect sitting behind quarterbacks has on a rookie, and how the Bills handle this season will be interesting. Will they give McCarron a bit of rope? Or will they listen to the inevitable calls to play Allen. It will likely all depend on the stakes for the Bills this season, but only time will tell if the risk to move up for Allen will pay off sooner, later or never.’
7 observations from 2018 Buffalo Bills minicamp, Day Three
‘It is difficult to get a gauge on running backs in the spring, but one thing you can’t ignore is usage. Murphy was out on the field quite a bit and all across the board — sometimes getting some first, second, and third-team run. He’s an intriguing name to watch — especially if they do keep four running backs on the roster.’
Bills Today: McDermott on developing QBs this offseason
‘“All three young men have worked extremely hard,” said McDermott. “They’re active learners and they’re really excited to grow, and they love to take coaching, they’re leaders in their own respective ways. As I’ve said before, Nate and A.J. are working with the ones and twos, and Josh is working with the threes. Josh did work some with the ones throughout this week. We will continue to do that periodically through training camp, and we’re just going to stick with the plan and adjust it when and where need be. I’ve been pleased with the work they’ve put in to this point.”’