‘Stevenson, 5’10”, is a versatile player who spent four seasons with the Cougars. He finished his four-year career with 147 catches for 2,269 yards and 27 touchdowns and on the ground, had 26 rushing attempts for 231 yards and two touchdowns. He also played a role on special teams, returning 34 kickoffs for 889 yards and three touchdowns.’
Archives for May 2, 2021
Bills add Pittsburgh safety Damar Hamlin in sixth round
‘While with Pitt, Hamlin recorded 275 tackles, six interceptions, two interceptions, and 21 passes defended in 46 games. Hamlin earned All-ACC Second-Team honors in 2020.’
Bills add much needed CB depth, draft Rachad Wildgoose in 6th round
‘”They like my versatility,” Wildgoose said about the Bills coaches he spoke to. “They told me to keep working because when I get to the league, I have to be prepared to make a difference. I’m just so grateful.”‘
Bills wrap up 2021 Draft by adding another lineman, take OG Jack Anderson in 7th round
‘Anderson, 6’4″ and 314 lbs, appeared in 38 games for the Texas Tech Red Raiders, and was a day-one starter. His first collegiate accolade came in his freshman year when he was named a freshman All-American by both ESPN and USA Today. He was a two-year All Big-12 selection and 2021 senior bowl selection.’
Bills GM Brandon Beane speaks following 2021 NFL Draft
‘The next item on the docket for the front office is fifth year options; they have to make a decision on quarterback Josh Allen & linebacker Tremaine Edmunds by Monday.’
Bills take another OT drafting Tommy Doyle out of Miami (OH) in the 5th round
‘The Bills are locked in with their starters as they all return for the 2021 season but there is a spot open for a swing tackle since Ty Nsekhe signed with the Cowboys in free agency.’
Bills sixth-round draft pick Marquez Stevenson reunites with Tre’Davious White and Ed Oliver
‘“I met him when I was real young and I’ve been following his path ever since he went to high school to LSU now to Buffalo so I’ve been following his path for a long time and I know I’ve been around him a lot of time also,” Stevenson said.’
Bills sixth-round pick Damar Hamlin joins his ‘brother’ Dane Jackson in Buffalo
‘“He’s like a brother to me. We grew up on the same side of town in Pittsburgh so we knew each other since we was about seven, eight years old. Ever since we’ve been on the same mission and we happen to be on the same path going to Pitt together and it’s a dream come true to still be on that same mission being together at Buffalo,” Hamlin said on a zoom call with reporters.’
Bills finally take a CB with Wisconsin’s Rachad Wildgoose in the sixth-round
‘Besides drafting best player available, another theme continued with this pick, versatility as he’s not just a nickel or outside cornerback but rather a mix.’
Bills round out draft adding more OL depth selecting G Jack Anderson in the seventh-round
‘Anderson was the third offensive linemen the Bills took in this draft along with offensive tackle Spencer Brown in the third-round and offensive tackle Tommy Doyle in the fifth.’
Bills open Day 3 of NFL Draft with Miami (OH) OT Tommy Doyle with No. 161
‘Buffalo is addressing offensive line depth again in the fifth round, choosing Miami (OH) offensive tackle Tommy Doyle with the No. 161 pick overall in the NFL Draft.’
Bills trade down in 5th round, finish with 3 6th-round picks and a 7th
‘Buffalo was set to select four players on Saturday, which featured rounds four through seven, but ended up with five after Bills general manager Brandon Beane traded down from the second of his two fifth-round picks to end up with three picks in the sixth round.’
Bills go size, speed and connections on day three of the draft
‘Bills GM Brandon Beane said he still had a variety of guys left on the board, so he felt comfortable moving down for more picks. The other concern was the lack of players available at the bottom of the draft and in undrafted free agency due to the NCAA granting a pandemic caused extra year of eligibility. Since the Bills roster is fairly stacked, Beane was concerned he would not be able to attract more free agents. Extra picks late allows for extra players that can be selected without a needing to persuade a signing.’
Buffalo drafts tackle Tommy Doyle out of Miami of Ohio
‘Doyle grew up in Minnesota playing hockey before transitioning to the football field in his sophomore year of high school.’
Bills add three in sixth round of the NFL Draft
‘Stevenson was a team captain in the 2020 season with the Cougars and adds more speed to the Bills receiving core.’