‘”We just followed the board,” Beane said following Day 2 of the draft. “Ultimately, with the first selection of Cook, he’s kind of like a wide receiver. … [as for Bernard,] he can play both inside and outside linebacker.”’
Archives for May 1, 2022
Bills move up in 5th round, draft WR Khalil Shakir with 148th overall pick
‘Shakir, 6’0″ and 196 lbs, played four years with Boise State in which he recorded 208 receptions for 2,878 yards and 20 touchdowns. He ranks fifth all-time in receptions, fourth in receiving yards, and sixth in career 100-yard receiving games in program history. He was also used in the run game, finishing his career with 71 carries for 414 yards and four touchdowns.’
‘I guess it’s a match made in heaven’, Khalil Shakir brings versatility to receiver room
‘Shakir gives the Bills not just wide receiver depth, but a versatile player who is also a factor in the run and return game. In his four seasons with Boise State he rushed for 414 yards and had an average kick return of 23.8 yards.’
Bills draft “Punt God” Matt Araiza with 6th round and 180th overall pick
‘”That was very high on my list in qualities out of the team I went to,” he said. “We had a winning culture at San Diego State and I’m glad to be joining another team with a winning culture.”‘
Bills use remaining 6th round picks on CB Christian Benford and OT Luke Tenuta
‘Benford, 6’1″ and 208 lbs, played four seasons with FCS Villanova. His senior season saw him starting all 13 games where he finished with 39 total tackles, 18 passes defended, and seven interceptions for 66 yards including a pick-six. He’s the first Villanova player drafted since 2017 and the first one to be drafted by the Bills.’
Bills use final draft pick on Clemson LB Baylon Spector
‘Spector, 6’1″ and 233 lbs, played in 53 career games with Clemson. He finished his career with 210 tackles, nine sackles, four fumble recoveries, four forced fumbles, and an interception.’
‘I’m a touchdown maker’, Bills 2nd round pick James Cook ready to make a difference in the backfield
‘”I really wanted to play with Josh Allen,” Cook said. “He’s a great quarterback coming up in the league here, a franchise quarterback. I’m looking to build and get ready to work.”‘
‘I’m energetic and give 100% effort’, Terrel Bernard ready to continue blitzing success in Buffalo
‘”I told my mom, hopefully I get a call from them [the Bills],” he said. “When the call popped up and I realized I was gonna be a Bill, it was a crazy experience. It’s something I’ll take [with me] forever.”‘
Bills able to stay patient on day three having addressed their biggest need in round one
‘“I’m excited about some of these late guys maybe even more than some of the other years. I think a lot of these guys have a legit chance to make our roster. I know people sometimes are like well get rid of your picks, they’re not gonna make it. I mean, we needed some depth in some certain areas and I feel they all have a legit chance.”’
Bills trade up, select Boise State receiver Khalil Shakir in 5th round
‘Shakir said the Bills were one of the first teams he spoke to and calls it a match made in heaven. He’s familiar with Josh Allen when he was a freshmen at Boise State and Allen was a senior at Wyoming. The first thing he wants to do is earn Allen’s respect.’
Bills select ‘Punt God’ Matt Araiza to start 6th round of NFL Draft
‘The Bills signed Matt Haack as a free agent this offseason, but with his inconsistent play in 2021, he may find himself out the door if Araiza proves to someone who can transition well from college to the pros.’
Bills trade up into 5th to grab Boise State WR Khalil Shakir
‘Shakir has been described as a versatile weapon who lined up at various positions in college. He finished his career on a high-note posting 77 catches, 1,117 yards and seven touchdowns his senior season. Shakir averaged over 121 all-purpose yards a game in his junior and senior seasons at Boise State which ranked first in the Mountain West.’
Bills grab the ‘Punt God’ Matt Araiza in the 6th round
‘The man dubbed the ‘Punt God’ won the Ray Guy award in 2021 for the nation’s best collegiate punter. He broke the NCAA record with a 51.19 average per punt.’
Bills stock up on defensive backs with Villanova CB Christian Benford in 6th round
‘The Randallstown, Maryland native ran a 4.46 40-yard dash and with a 6’0” frame and 31-inch arms. He has the tools to be successful in the NFL, however it will be important to see how he makes the jump from small-school college football to the NFL.’
Bills add depth to the offensive line taking OT Luke Tenuta in the 6th round
‘Tenuta played 33 career games at Virginia Tech and was a starter for 25 of them. He spent the majority of his career playing at either left or right tackle.’