‘“You’ve got running backs that are receivers now – James White, Theo Riddick, Chris Thompson from Washington,” said Alexander, referring to pass-catching backs from the Patriots, Lions and Redskins. “There are a lot of guys who come out of the backfield, you need that body type and skill set to cover those guys. It’s definitely up my alley. I’m all about competition.”’
Archives for June 19, 2019
Could the Buffalo Bills get cheerleaders again?
‘At first it was a matter of money. The Jills cheerleaders were compensated for corporate appearances only. Practices, games and charitable appearances were all unpaid, a point that is central to the lawsuits. The most immediate way to address the problem at hand would have been to start paying the cheerleaders minimum wage for all their work beginning with the 2014 season. It may not have made the litigation go away, though it would have been a constructive step. But Jills director Stephanie Mateczun and her company, Stejon Productions, apparently didn’t have the funding to do that.’
Bills great Thurman Thomas supports United Way fundraiser
‘“I grew up in little towns like this right outside of Houston,” Thomas said. “Then I went to Oklahoma State and the town of Stillwater was 30,000 folks, and 20,000 of them went to the school. I love little towns like this. It gives me an opportunity to come somewhere I’ve never been before. You see all the Bills fans here. It’s great. I’m glad I got the invite.”’
Bills Today: Buffalo’s surprise offseason standout according to ESPN
‘Levi Wallace still has a hold of his starting spot opposite of Tre’Davious White but it’s unknown if he will be able to hold off Johnson if he continues his high level of play. The key for Johnson this season will be to remain healthy and show why he was drafted as high as he was in 2015.’