‘Beckwith said witnesses identified Wright as the driver of a car that collided with a van and then departed. He said the van was knocked into a post, where it caught fire, and that the occupants were helped out of the wreckage by bystanders. Three people reportedly were riding in the van, Beckwith said. He said there were reports of injuries in the van, but that he didn’t know how many people were hurt or what type of injuries they might have suffered.’
BillsBeat - July 3, 2002
Wright Investigation
‘Wright’s attorney, Sal Sciandra, explained why it took so long, "We just became aware that they were looking for him, and as soon as he became aware that they were looking for him, we started making arrangements for him to turn himself in. Part of the delay was making the arrangements with the officers, and some of the delay was my schedule."’
Training Camp Preview: Buffalo Bills
‘All eyes in training camp will be on Bledsoe. Can he shake the rust off and return to his elite form? If he can, that should translate into very big things from Eric Moulds, and possibly a breakout year from Peerless Price.’
Bills draftee Rodney Wright arrested after accident
‘Witnesses said Wright had been driving, and his cousins said he was intoxicated and fled on foot because he was afraid of being caught, police said.’
BillsBeat - July 2, 2002
Former FSU football player suspected in hit-and-run
‘Wright, who was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in April but has not yet signed with the team, remained missing as of 1:45 p.m. today. Beckwith was quick to say that no charges have been filed against Wright and that the investigation is continuing.’
Police seek Bills draftee Rodney Wright after accident
‘Police began a search for Fresno State wide receiver Rodney Wright, a seventh-round pick by Buffalo in the NFL draft, in connection with an accident Tuesday that injured two people.’
PFW: Team Report
What was once a potential weakness for the Bills is now a potential strength. The Bills have developed their WR corps nicely, and additions made this offseason should help round out the group.
Rochester's Maurice Jackson invited to Bills camp
‘”We were going to New Orleans, but Buffalo came in,” he said Monday. “(The Bills) wanted me to work out for them last Wednesday. I went there and it went well.”‘
Jackson to sign with Bills
‘Because of the Fourth of July holiday, Jackson says he’ll officially sign with the Bills next week.’
BillsBeat - July 1, 2002
2001 Buffalo Bills Yearbook
Televised dates (EDT):
1:00 p.m. July 1st ESPN
8:00 p.m. July 3rd ESPN2
5:00 a.m. July 7th ESPN
2:30 p.m. July 8th ESPN2
Bledsoe, Beebe And A Autographed Ball
Mac and Barbara have spoken at events all across the country. Mac estimates that he has spoken to 350,000 people in the last three years. Recently, the Parenting With Dignity board decided to limit the Bledsoes' appearances to Buffalo (where they are setting up an office) and their home state of Montana.
Individual Game Tickets on sale July 13!
The Bills 2002 regular season home schedule includes out-of-division games with the Chicago Bears, Oakland Raiders, Detroit Lions, San Diego Chargers and Cincinnati Bengals as well as important AFC East dates with the Jets, Patriots, and Dolphins. The team will also host Cincinnati and Minnesota in the preseason.
Weekly "Where Are They Now" Feature
Have you ever wondered what happens to NFL players when their playing days are done? What former Bills would you like to hear from?
NFL Europe: Frankfurt Galaxy Season Review
For the first six weeks of the season, Doug Graber's side was the league's powerhouse, compiling a 5-1 record on the back of Joe Hamilton's passing, Curtis Alexander's rushing and a top-ranked defense.
The Buffalo Bills And Gatorade Team-Up To Quench Thirst In The Community
The Buffalo Bills and Gatorade have joined forces for the third consecutive year to bring the Bills Gatorade Junior Training Camps to area youth organizations. This year, ten youth programs, comprised of various Boys and Girls Clubs and YMCA's from the Buffalo area, will be visited by the colorful Bills Gatorade Junior Training Camp truck; approximately 700 youth are to participate.