Two Bills Drive

Quoting Marv Levy, legendary former head coach of the Buffalo Bills, who said, “I don’t consider hunting a sport; I consider it murder,”

There had been speculation last winter that Holecek would leave as the Bills worked to trim millions to get under the salary cap. But Holecek, who signed a five-year, $12.5 million extension in 1998, reportedly agreed to a $600,000 pay cut.

"This has been one of our more difficult decisions to make," said Bills President Tom Donahoe. "We’ve decided to do it now so that John can have the opportunity to catch on with another team. We certainly appreciate all that John has contributed to this organization and wish him all the best in the future."

Tough luck to those Bills fans desiring to buy tickets to September 30 Pittsburgh game. The remainder of the seats were sold out to group sales before single ticket seats go on sale to the general public this Saturday, July 14th beginning at 9:00 AM.

‘The Buffalo Bills Wednesday signed free agents Michael Early and Brian Leigeb and released undrafted rookie Randall Cummins.’

As Trent Dilfer stands in the unemployment line, the Buffalo Bills are heading to camp, apparently content that their backup quarterback situation is adequate should injury befall Rob Johnson.

‘"They must have called him five times on Tuesday," Phil Leigeb said.’

‘The Buffalo Bills signed free agent safety Brian Leigeb and center Michael Early yesterday while releasing free agent rookie center Randall Cummins.’

\’Last season he starred for the Buffalo Bills in the U.S. National Football League. On Friday Leif Olve Dolonen Larsen, 26, is one of the main attractions at the track and field festival Bislett Games in Oslo.\’

‘The NFL has yet to make a ruling on Wade Phillips’ contract dispute with the Buffalo Bills.’

‘Members of the Buffalo Bills Alumni Foundation are participating in the second annual Educational/Athletic Camp being held at Buffalo State College on Elmwood Avenue through July 14th.’

‘Tomorrow afternoon at 1:00PM, the Bills/Gatorade Jr. Training Camp will be making its sixth stop on its journey across Western New York at St. Leo’s School (Northeast YMCA) located at 903 Sweet Home Road in Amherst, New York. ‘

‘The Buffalo Bills today announced that the team has signed two free agents- center Michael Early and safety Brian Leigeb. In accordance with club policy terms were not disclosed.’

‘Their host was Buffalo Bills guard Ruben Brown, and they knew a good time was guaranteed.’

But the agents of cornerback Nate Clements, defensive end Aaron Schobel and running back Travis Henry are confident their clients will be under contract when the Bills\’ rookies and veterans begin practice on July 29 at St. John Fisher College in Pittsford.\’