”’It can be unsettling,” he said, ”more so because it’s a media frenzy than what happens within the team. So that’s what falls on the two quarterbacks to squash that as fast as they can.”’
BillsBeat - August 2, 2003
Bills Practice in Cleveland
‘”There were some good things that we did,” quarterback Drew Bledsoe explained. “I think we’re getting better.”‘
Interview with Joe DeLamielleure
Reprint of Spring Interview….
"I was blessed to be on teams with players like O.J. Simpson, Brian Sipe and J.D. Hill. I was fortunate to be part of the greatest running team in History and with greatest passing team in history. And I loved the game. I would have played for a T-shirt and a cap."
Hall's call worth the wait for 'Joe D'
‘The recognition didn’t come until football researcher John Turney released a list ranking DeLamielleure as the NFL’s third-most accomplished offensive lineman in terms of awards received, behind John Hannah and Anthony Munoz.’
Bill past due
SI.com: So do you feel at home yet as a Buffalo Bill?
DB: I do, I really do. But that happened very, very quickly for me here. Both with the organization and the community. This organization and the players here did a great job. I felt right at home when I stepped in the door. This community embraced me and really embraces this team as they have for a long time. So that transition happened very quickly. I was in New England for a long time and appreciated the time there, but I also feel like I’ve been here for a lot longer than just a year.
Hall of a task: Paring list of Seniors candidates from 68 to 15 is arduous
Dr. Z explains his choices of 15 "Seniors" Finalists for the NFL Hall of Fame from 68 nominess and says: "I voted for… (Tom) Sestak, an underrated rock on the great Buffalo lines of the 1960s." The actual list of 15 Finalists will be released later.
Ask Vic: Fiedler, Maddox should do well
Granted, I think Drew pressed too hard at times and forced some questionable throws, but I don’t think that will be the case as often with the improvements the Bills made to their defense and a greater commitment by the offense to run the ball.Granted, I think Drew pressed too hard at times and forced some questionable throws, but I don’t think that will be the case as often with the improvements the Bills made to their defense and a greater commitment by the offense to run the ball.
BillsBeat - August 1, 2003
Training Camp Journal: Pierson Prioleau Entry #1
‘We have such a great coaching staff too. There are a few new faces around here and it’s been great to have a lot of coaches who are former players. They really know how to relate the information to us from a player’s stand point.’
Five Questions: Drew Bledsoe
August 1st Scrimmage Pictures
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Browns and Kardiac Kids honor Joe DeLamielleure
‘"A tough guy, a guy of few words," Greg Pruitt said describing DeLamielleure. "He led by example. What he brought to our team was his work ethic."’
DeLamielleure credits teammates for hall entry
‘DeLamielleure played from 1973-79 with the Buffalo Bills, becoming well-known as a member of the "Electric Company" offensive line that blocked for O.J. Simpson. DeLamielleure played his final five seasons for Cleveland. He never missed a game in his NFL career because of injury. "I’ve never been in a hospital except to be born," DeLamielleure said. "My wife said it’s because I never hit anyone."’
You ain't seen nothin' yet
‘Here’s what it all boils down to. November 11th. The Bills have until 4pm November 11th to sign McGahee, or else he will NOT be eligible to play in the 2003 season. They can still sign him after that date, but he can’t play until 2004. In a worst case scenario, if the Bills can’t sign him by the time the 2004 NFL draft rolls around next April, McGahee would go back into the NFL draft pool, and the Bills would be unable to redraft him.’
Training camp billboard
‘"He’s kind of a silent assassin. He keeps his mouth shut and does his work and I like those kind of guys." – Gregg Williams on strong-side linebacker Jeff Posey.’
Training Camp Journal: Mark Campbell Entry #1
But the main thing for me this first week is to try and bond with my teammates. I was traded here in February but after mini-camp guys usually just go home. While I’m here I try to do as many activities with the guys as I can. Sometimes I play cards, sometimes we just hang out. It’s been a great way to get to know people.