Right now, McGee (agent from Peerless Price) and Jim Overdorf, the Bills’ contract negotiator, are currently working on a deal to sign Henry. "Contracts are all about timing and patience," McGee says. "Like with Travis Henry, I want to get something done; it’s just difficult at this time."
BillsBeat - July 5, 2001
BillsBeat - July 4, 2001
How a Buffalo Bill Celebrates the 4th of July
‘The 4th of July is a time to enjoy fireworks, barbecues, family and friends. The Buffalo Bills use the holiday to appreciate their time at home. After all, these are their days to relax before the stress and hard work of training camp kick in at the end of the month. Some of the Bills prefer to stay low key and watch fireworks at home with their family.’
Season of hope: Speculation about to give way to reality
‘QB Rob Johnson — The Bills made the right decision in making Johnson their starter and letting Doug Flutie walk. Now it’s time for Johnson to show that he can be a legitimate starter. He has all the tools, but he has had trouble staying healthy, some say because he holds the ball far too long. That’s a criticism to some, but isn’t that also an indication of his desire to make a play? Now that the Bills have adopted a version of the West Coast offense, Johnson should have a better chance of staying healthy. Plus, he doesn’t have to worry about the pain from all the knives in his back courtesy of Flutie.’
Coach Williams' praise of Peerless last night ...
‘Williams’ was really excited about our offense. He said that we had so many weapons that teams are going to have a real hard time defending the field. He was especially high on Centers, Riemersma, and Moulds. He said that Peerless has been impressive in camp, but he has to take his game to a higher level this year. He said that he expected great things from him.’
Ranking QB units from top to bottom
26. Bills. This is Rob Johnson’s team after the departure of Flutie. Johnson was a better fit for the new offense, but now he must stay healthy. Backup support comes from Alex Van Pelt, Pete Gonzalez and Tim Hasselbeck.
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Bills consider switching turfs
‘Donahoe added that because of Buffalo’s harsh winters, it’s unlikely that the Bills would choose natural grass.’
BillsBeat - July 3, 2001
Tim Hasselbeck wants to hear from the fans!
‘Quarterback Tim Hasselbeck wants to hear from the fans, and he wants to know your opinion about what your favorite part of game days at Ralph Wilson Stadium! To let Tim know what you like most about coming to Bills games, just drop him an e-mail and let him know!’
1995 scores another upset win, advances to final four
‘Continuing their string of upsets, the 13th seeded 1995 Buffalo Bills defeated the 5th seeded 1993 Bills 22-6 in the last Elite Eight quarterfinal game of the Super Bills Tournament.’
Rookie Symposium serious business
‘On the surface, it’s a great way to make a living, playing football for hundreds of thousands of dollars (perhaps millions) in the National Football League. The money, the fame, the adoring fans… However, there can be a dark side to the glory. Young rookies, starry-eyed after their being drafted and reporting to their first team camps, were asked to open their eyes last week.’
Kelly, Levy and Smerlas using their heads to fill stadium
‘"In looking across the leagues at the incredible interest in bobbleheads, this seemed like the perfect year to jump in," said Russ Brandon, Bills vice president, business development and marketing.’
Wegmans giving Bills bobbleheads
‘And starting at 10 a.m. Saturday, bobbleheads of ex-quarterback Jim Kelly, former coach Marv Levy and ex-defensive lineman Fred Smerlas will be available for Buffalo Bills fans who purchase a pair of tickets at Wegmans Food Markets Inc. to one of three selected 2001 games.’
It's now their call: Head ref Seeman passes torch
‘It can be safely said that no one loves and appreciates game officials of any sport more than Jerry Seeman. And when he retires this week and returns home, he will leave with obvious sadness. He has had a no-win job — who really ever embraces officials even when they are right?’
BillsBeat - July 2, 2001
You blew it: The worst calls in NFL history
Two terrible calls mentioned – Don Beebe stepping out in Bills-Oilers AFC playoff game and the ‘lateral’ in the Titans-Bills playoff game.
The Bills-Patriots game with multiple errors was mentioned as well.
Robert Hicks and the Bills OL
Still is plenty of uncertainty surrounding the Buffalo Bills offensive line, a unit that slipped dramatically in 2000. One exclamation point amid the question marks that exist, however, has been the offseason dedication of fourth-year tackle Robert Hicks, a prototype rightside power blocker who lost his focus and then his starting position a year ago.