Two Bills Drive

y cutting Holecek the team saves just over $2 million dollars on this year’s cap and almost $1.5 million on next year’s cap.

\’He\’s a scheme-oriented player, a great team guy, a super individual, high class, team-oriented and everything else. But as the fourth LB [in a 4-3], where he can flow to the ball and use his great instincts and intangibles, he\’s a terrific player. He\’s just couldn’t be as effective in the 4-3.\’

One-team veterans becoming something to savor; Hansen and Jones are some of few veterans who remain with one team for 10 years.

‘"I think Gregg Williams is going to be a great coach and he has a terrific staff. But I can foresee some problems with the general manager and the coach because there’s not a lot of honesty coming from the general manager position."’

‘The move — which caught Holecek by surprise and has left him feeling bitter — saved the team around $1 million in cap space. The Bills are now $2.25 million under the cap, which is enough to sign their top three draft picks, Nate Clements, Aaron Schobel and Travis Henry.’

‘"But it just seems to be the story of this off-season, guys being let go. We have to rally together and young guys definitely have to step up."’

‘The four-way partnership encompasses wide-ranging initiatives, including online and offline cross promotion and marketing with America Online, a wholly owned subsidiary of AOL Time Warner Inc., and CBS. It also takes advantage of Viacom’s stable of media properties. In addition, SportsLine.com Inc. will produce and host NFL.com, the most popular sports league site.’

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.’