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.
BillsBeat - July 2, 2002
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.
July Wallpaper on Buffalobills.com
Show your pride by putting the Bills on your computer’s desktop. The July wallpaper featuring Peerless Price is now available!
BillsBeat - June 30, 2002
DaShon says thanks
‘"It’s my way of saying thank you and giving back a little bit," Polk said. "I’m no big-time superstar or anything, but you know, when I was a kid, I don’t remember anyone from the NFL coming around to do anything for us, and we could have all benefited from something like that. So even though it’s just going to be me and some of my friends, hopefully this is just one day some kids can be a part of something good. One day when they can avoid trouble."’
BillsBeat - June 29, 2002
Kelly Krunch unveiled
‘As part of the deal, proceeds from the cereal’s sale will go toward Hunter’s Hope, a charity Kelly founded in honor of his son Hunter, who suffers from the deadly Krabbe’s disease.’
Kelly Krunch Cereal
‘Available exclusively at Tops Friendly Markets, www.plbsports.com and www.vpsport.com.’
Kelly Krunch debuts
‘The former Bills’ quarterback, Jim Kelly unveiled his new cereal today…Kelly Krunch.’
BillsBeat - June 28, 2002
Mike Williams at mandatory rookie symposium
"Little, simple stuff that you’ve overlooked. This is all stuff we didn’t have to take care of because our parents took care of you or you got a scholarship and you didn’t have to worry about anything," Williams said. "But now it’s kind of like we’re young men and you’ve got to pay your bills on time and you’ve got to be responsible. I’m not saying that none of us are, but we’re coming to a different field."