”’The young guys, they’ve been babied and pampered all through college. I’ve got to show them I don’t run a day-care center. We’re there to work."’
BillsBeat - June 21, 2001
BillsBeat - June 20, 2001
Bills' caravan to make a stop in Bradford
‘For area Bills’ fans needing a fix, the team’s caravan will make the final stop on an eight-city tour, Thursday night at Bradford’s Union Square Plaza, on Davis St. at the intersection with Boylston. Several players, a few team alumni, a couple of Jills and Billy Buffalo will be at the site from 5-7 p.m.’
A great time at Bills caravan - for the fans, too
‘"I heard we had some crazy fans out here," said [Tony] Driver, a safety. "I’m going to see what they’re talking about when it’s sub-zero outside. But it’s a nice chance to come out and meet them now."’
Brrrrr! NFL's playoff schedule isn't fan-friendly
‘If you missed it, the NFL announced this week that Saturday playoff games on Jan. 5 and Jan. 12 will be played at 4:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. to maximize the potential television audience (which has been declining on Saturday afternoons).’
BillsBeat - June 19, 2001
Bills' No. 1 back? May the best man win
‘"That’s going to be a fun battle to see in training camp," Bills coach Gregg Williams said during minicamp last week. "Competition makes us all better, so I think this position will be much stronger because of that."’
Gregg Williams - Like father, like son
Gregg Williams was raised in a household where having a strong work ethic wasn’t optional.
BillsBeat - June 18, 2001
Offseason Power Rankings
‘New coach Gregg Williams’ discipline will make this team better. He will have the players in shape. The draft will prove to be a good one since Nate Clements will probably start at corner, and second-round pick Travis Henry will be a steal. He has 1,000-yard potential as a rookie.’
Tackle Hicks re-signs with Bills
‘Tackle Robert Hicks re-signed with the Buffalo Bills on Monday, returning for a fourth season with the team…Also Monday, the Bills signed safety Tony Driver, one of their three sixth-round draft picks.’
Motorcycle run to help Salvation Army
‘Ruben Brown, an offensive lineman for the Buffalo Bills, will host a motorcycle run to benefit the Salvation Army at 12:30 p.m. Sunday at Ralph Wilson Stadium.’
Chargers open single-game sales June 23
‘Tickets [including vs. Buffalo 10/28] also may be purchased by calling TicketMaster at (619) 220-8497 or by logging on to www.chargers.com.’
BillsBeat - June 17, 2001
Johnson looks ready to take next step
‘There is a meshing of personalities between Johnson and his new coaches.’
Bills fire away at Phillips, Flutie
‘"I really believe that Marv Levy left a championship team, a Super Bowl team here when he retired,” Brown said. "Had he been the coach, we probably would have won one or two. When those guys (Phillips and his staff) came in, they let it fall apart."’
BillsBeat - June 15, 2001
Chalk up Bills' camp as a success
‘"The team doesn’t need to lose it’s focus just because we’re away from here," said Bills safety Keion Carpenter. "We still have a season to play and a season to prepare for and we need to go home and take care of ourselves and come back in shape. We have to held accountable because we are professionals."’
Bills using 'Throwback' as a lesson
‘"A lot of guys say special teams is a third of the game, but how many devote a third of the practice and a third of the meeting to it?" said Danny Smith, the special teams coordinator. "Well, we do here. And that’s a credit to Greg."’
Johnson, Moulds heading West
‘Moulds said yesterday he will spend two to three weeks throwing and running with Johnson in Laguna Beach, Calif., Johnson’s residence, as a final tuneup for training camp. "Generally, Rob works out with different receivers on the West Coast so I said I’ll be there to work on our timing before camp," Moulds said.’