‘“To say it hits home is kind of the right way to say it, literally, because it really did hit my home,” said Long, who grew up in Elkhorn, Neb., a town of more than 8,000 that sits next to the Elkhorn River. “Driving around it and being around it all the time, it’s just been in my face. It’s the real deal out here. I don’t think the nation really understands what’s going on out here.”’
Archives for March 21, 2019
Pegula execs push sports wagering at Bills, Sabres games
‘But, there’s a big if. If online sports betting is legalized in New York State – which is facing an uphill challenge in Albany at the state Capitol.’
Buffalo Bills, Sabres owner wants fans to be able to bet at games
‘State records show the company, which owns both franchises and the Rochester Americans, hired Albany-based lobbying firm Ostroff Associates to a $7,500-a-month contract last month to push its sports-betting interests at the Capitol.’
2019 NFL Draft: Buffalo Bills to host Charlotte IOL Nate Davis on pre-draft visit (report)
‘Davis is projected as a mid-round pick in the 2019 NFL Draft. In his collegiate career with the Charlotte 49ers, He appeared in 40 games with the 49ers and made 37 starts between right guard and right tackle. In the NFL, Davis is expected to line up at guard.’
Buffalo Bills 2019 schedule: Game-by-game predictions | Playoffs?
‘Bills go 10-6…Bills go 9-7.’
NFL Huskers Spencer Long, Jeremiah Sirles will host dinner for flood victims, first responders
‘“Family, friends and neighbors have had their land, livestock, barns and homes ruined,” Long wrote. “One positive thing that’s came out of it, something that has given me a major sense of pride, is how everyone has come together and put others first before themselves in order to lessen the burden of this disaster on those affected.”’
Joe B: 2019 NFL Mock Draft No. 1
‘DT Ed Oliver, Houston.’
Bills Today: Where would Josh Allen’s basketball skills rank among NFL QBs?
‘Allen is listed in the same category as Cam Newton, Ben Roethlisberger, Carson Wentz, Matt Ryan, Joe Flacco and Andrew Luck. Allen is the new kid on the block, just like another Buffalo team looking to make a splash in the tournament this year and would probably shock some of the “blue-bloods” of the QB world like Roethlisberger and Ryan with his talent. The NCAA tournament tends to lean towards teams with veteran talent, but it isn’t always surprising to see a well-coached group of young players make their impact.’