‘An MRI taken Monday revealed a tear in the Plantar Fascia, an area of ligaments and tendons on the bottom of the foot. There is also a strain that is affecting his big toe. Originally, the training staff was hoping Panos would only miss the season opener against Tennessee, but the bad news is it now looks like he’ll be out four weeks. The good news? It could have been as much as six weeks. "After it happened I was like `What did I do to deserve this kind of stuff?’ " said Panos, who missed all of last season due to neck surgery. "But it happens for a reason, though I don’t know what the reason is. I’m out for a little bit longer than I thought, those are the cards that I’ve been dealt."’
BillsBeat - August 23, 2000
BillsBeat - August 22, 2000
Former Bills defensive standout Tom Day dead at 65
‘Day was a member of the defensive unit that helped the Bills win AFL titles in 1964 and 1965. Day also played for the St. Louis Cardinals and San Diego Chargers before retiring in 1968. After retirement, Day worked to help former NFL players in times of need through the retired players division of the NFL Players Association, Day was active in the United Way. He was also a member of the Bills Alumni and served as president of the organization for two years.’
Josh Roth Survives Bills' First Cut
‘The former Pine Valley and University of Buffalo star has made the first cut of the Buffalo Bills after appearing in the first three exhibition games against Cincinnati, Detroit and St. Louis. “Definitely, I am pleased to have made the first cut and I am one of three fullbacks remaining on the roster,” said Roth, who will be in action against Philadelphia on Thursday night.’
Foot injury has Panos asking, 'Why me?'
‘"I don’t know what the hell is going on," Panos said. "It’s real frustrating. I was in a pretty bad place (mentally) after the game. I was pretty (angry). They say this stuff happens for a reason. What it is, I have no idea."’
Former Bills defensive standout Tom Day dead at 65
‘Tom Day, a former Buffalo Bill whose avocation later in life was helping other former NFL players in times of need, died suddenly Monday at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital in Amherst. He had entered the hospital Saturday for tests. His death came one day after his 65th birthday.’
Stambaugh waived; Haddad, Roth survive
‘The Buffalo Bills cut 14 players Monday as teams trimmed their rosters to 65. Both players from the University at Buffalo, receiver Drew Haddad and fullback Josh Roth, were among the survivors with more cuts coming by Sunday. Quarterback Phil Stambaugh, who did not play a down in the first two preseason games, was among those released.’
Foot injury will sideline Bills' Panos
‘After an encouraging return from surgery to repair a bulging disk in his neck, an injury that cost him all of last season, Panos will miss at least the regular-season opener against the Tennessee Titans on Sept. 3 after tearing a muscle under the arch of his right foot.’
Ex-Bills standout lineman Tom Day dies
‘"Tom was the joy of the defensive line," said Lou Saban, who coached Day in Buffalo. "He had a lot of spirit and a lot of drive. He was playful at times, but when the whistle blew, he got the job done."’
Making the first cuts was easy; the next cuts won't be
‘The Bills trimmed their roster by 14 players yesterday. Now comes the hard part, trimming to the NFL regular season limit of 53 by Sunday. "That’s the toughest cut overall," coach Wade Phillips said. "All the guys who left today didn’t have quite as much of a chance because of ability. Certainly the next cut, it’s about guys with more ability who have a chance of making an NFL club."’
Bills make cuts
‘Free-agent rookie quarterback Phil Stambaugh was among 14 players cut by the Buffalo Bills Monday…All 14 players were free-agent pickups this offseason.’
BillsBeat - August 21, 2000
Williams developing knack for knocking linemen back
‘Williams’ penchant for knocking back centers – and everything else in his path – has made him a key player on the Bills’ defense. Although his playing time is limited because he backs up Ted Washington, Williams makes the most of his opportunities. He had 44 tackles, 21/2 sacks and nine quarterback pressures for the NFL’s top-ranked defense last season. Not bad for a guy who usually gets fewer than 20 snaps per game. "I just try to go out there and make things happen," said Williams, 28. "I’ll do anything the team needs to be successful."’
Johnson's status no longer open to debate
‘If Rob Johnson’s performance in St. Louis Saturday night wasn’t enough to induce the Doug Flutie loyalists to call a truce in their carping about Johnson’s status as the Bills’ starting quarterback, nothing will. Confronted by the toughest pass rush in the NFC and an overall defense that was a pillar in the Rams winning the last Super Bowl, Johnson did what he has done best for most of his brief experience as the Bills’ starter – produce a lot of points in a spectacular manner.’
Bills struggle to boost sale of season tickets
‘Wilson has said it before: Winning is what sells tickets. In Buffalo fans appear to support that theory one game at a time.’
BillsBeat - August 20, 2000
Bills outlast Rams
‘It’s said beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder. That was certainly the case in the St. Louis Rams’ 31-27 preseason loss to the Buffalo Bills on Saturday night at the Trans World Dome.’
Bills big-play offense working fine
‘In an unexpected twist, the Bills have suddenly become a big-play offense. First, there was McDaniel’s 85-yard touchdown reception to go with wide receiver Eric Moulds’ 72-yarder last week and running back Shawn Bryson’s 73-yard effort in the opener. Toss in Avion Black’s 34-yard TD in the first exhibition game and tight end Bobby Collins’ 26-yarder last night, on another blown coverage, and that’s five of Buffalo’s eight preseason touchdowns.’