Minnesota Vikings offensive tackle Korey Stringer passed away early this morning from complications from heat stroke suffered during Tuesday workouts, where the temperature was near 100 degrees.
BillsBeat - August 2, 2001
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Levy Led, Buffalo Bills Followed
Although a keen strategist, Levy is best regarded for his ability to mold the group of talented young players he inherited in 1986.
‘Superstars don’t make teams,’ said Kelly, the team’s QB. `He became our coach at a time when he was with a lot of young players that had potential but we needed direction.’
Moore argues way back on active roster
Williams is impressed by how Moore worked himself into condition ahead of schedule. His return means he could be ready to participate in this weekend’s two-day session with the Cleveland Browns in Edinboro, Pa.
Roth dreams red, white and blue
‘Roth, however, is no delusional fan. Although he has never been an official Buffalo Bill, he has been on the team’s payroll for more than a year. Now if he can just get on the field and try to earn a spot on the roster.’
Bills examine hydration practices
‘Bills coaches said they emphasize the importance of avoiding dehydration from the first meeting of rookie camp, where coaches hand out charts detailing food and fluid replacement depending on the player’s weight. Part of the veteran’s first camp meeting contains an explanation of the chart.’
Linebacker Moore hits practice field
‘The former Virginia Tech star said he expects to play this weekend, when Buffalo travels to Edinboro University to scrimmage and practice with the Cleveland Browns.’
Linebacker returns to field
‘"I’m just happy to be back out here," said Moore. "It felt good. You can sit on the sideline and get all the mental reps you want, but that only helps a little. "It’s important for me to be out here. I’m already behind, I’ve got a lot of catching up to do."’
Players carry on after Stringer's death
‘The Bills learned of the heatstroke-induced death of Minnesota Vikings offensive tackle Korey Stringer before yesterday morning’s workout, and while a cloud of sadness hung over the practice field at St. John Fisher College, it was otherwise business as usual.’
NFL player's death adds to Bills' heat sensibility
‘In addition to drinking water, Gatorade and Pedialyte, Jones advises the players to salt all food excessively to maintain sodium levels. He warns them not to use supplements such as Creatine because, as Jones said, "All these hocus-pocus things, we have enough money to buy them, but they don’t work." He also wants players to stay away from alcohol and caffeinated beverages.’
Williams wants youth coaches to stress prevention
‘Following the death of Minnesota Vikings tackle Korey Stringer from heatstroke, Buffalo Bills coach Gregg Williams implored youth coaches and parents to educate themselves about heatstroke and heat exhaustion.’
Bills feel loss of NFL family member
‘The NFL is an elite brotherhood, a fraternity that will consist of just 1,643 of the most gifted and fortunate football players by the time training camps have once again done their evil weeding out. So when the Bills took a knee and listened to captain Henry Jones lead them in prayer, they were honoring one of their own.’
Pre-scrimmage injury report
‘It is doubtful that Hansen will play in the scrimmage against Cleveland, but he may get some reps in tomorrow’s two practices with the Browns.’
Bills' thoughts and prayers with Stringer's family
"We want to open up today by saying every member of the Buffalo Bills organization wants to extend our heartfelt thoughts and prayers to Korey Stringer’s family and friends and every member of the Minnesota Vikings organization," coach Gregg Williams said at his daily press conference.
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