Two Bills Drive

‘Yesterday’s practice was supposed to give linebacker Junior Seau a better idea of whether he’ll be able to play tomorrow against Buffalo. But after going through his second practice in as many days, Seau (strained groin) seemed no closer to having an answer.’

‘"I don’t have to face him," Johnson said of Flutie. "He’s not playing defence. Some of his fans probably think he can play defence, but no." Johnson’s problem, of course, is that few Buffalo fans believe he can play offence.’

‘"We’ve gone beyond ridiculous (on the Flutie-Johnson issue) a long time ago," he said with a sad smile.’

‘"He’s a great player, a great athlete, so you always like to watch him, but now the tables are turned. We have to go against him, I can’t be in awe of what he’s going to do next. The awe is over with, I know what he can do, now we have to stop it."’

‘With that in mind, tomorrow may provide the ultimate irony. Just as Ralph Wilson Stadium is sprinkled with Flutie supporters on any given Sunday, there will be a pro-Johnson faction of family, friends and fans at Qualcomm. Johnson is still remembered fondly in these parts for setting a number of passing records while at USC.’

‘"Here," longtime Buffalo News football columnist Larry Felser said, "you’re not considered an outsider, a mercenary, even if you are. It’s a very important, very impressive thing, to be an athlete here." Sunday, as they watch how the Bills fare against the Chargers, Buffalonians will be renewing a time-honoured habit. They will look west, toward the sun, and measure the friends who moved on against the friends who stayed.’

‘And how about Wiley on Chargers quarterback Doug Flutie? "Put it this way," he said. "When I signed here, I called Doug Flutie and I said, ‘Come on, my man.’"’

DT Maa Tanuvasa (ankle) placed on “Reserve-Injured” list. On 10/9 Whitman was signed to Chargers PS.

Whitman, 6-4, 245, went to training camp with Buffalo as an undrafted rookie free agent in 2001. He was released by the Bills on 9/2 as part of final roster cuts. He went to training camp with Buffalo as an undrafted rookie free agent in 2001 after 4 year career at the University of Illinois.

‘Along with the 90 days in jail, Henry can be fined a maximum $500 for the misdemeanor.’

‘…will be sentenced Nov. 9. He faces up to 90 days in jail and a maximum $500 fine for the misdemeanor, but it is more likely that he will have to do community service.’

Bucky Gleason will be on the Jim Rome radio show shortly — today, Friday 10/26 — discussing this article.

The Buffalo Bills, Target and two selected Buffalo city schools kicked off the Buffalo Bills-Target Art Program Tuesday with a press conference and reception for the students who will be participating in the program. Buffalo Bills’ Bryce Fisher represented School #53 and Bills’ center Craig Heimburger represented School #74.

During Tasker’s eleven seasons with the Bills, he was selected by his peers and coaches to represent the AFC in seven Pro Bowls and played in each of the Bills four Super Bowl appearances. His extraordinary talent on special teams and leadership attributes off the field, made him both a team and a fan favorite. Tasker retired in December of 1997 and is a commentator for CBS Sports, a host on the Empire Sports Network and member of the WNSA broadcast lineup.

While the primary focus on the changes to San Diego’s offense in the off-season has been on the acquisition of Doug Flutie, a rookie running back is quietly becoming the key to the Charger offense. LaDainian Tomlinson has made an immediate impact in the NFL for the Chargers, and is filling the role to help pile up yardage and time of possession.