Inside The Bills

BDC 6/19: Rookies at the Rogers Centre

DAILY REPORT

–2013 Rookies Visit Blue Jays Today: Members of the Buffalo Bills 2013 rookie class will attend tonight’s Toronto Blue Jays vs. Colorado Rockies game at Rogers Centre. Prior to the game QB EJ Manuel, WR Robert Woods, WR Marquise Goodwin and QB Jeff Tuel will participate in batting practice. 

–NFL Broadcast Boot Camp Features LB Scott and former WR Moulds: Buffalo LB Bryan Scott and former Bills WR Eric Moulds are among the 24 current and former NFL players who are taking part in the seventh annual NFL Broadcast Boot Camp at NFL Films in Mt. Laurel, New Jersey through June 20, The program, directed by the NFL Player Engagement and NFL Broadcasting departments, covers a wide range of topics with instructors from each of the NFL’s broadcast partners – CBS, ESPN, FOX, NBC, NFL Network, SiriusXM, Dial Global Radio, plus local radio and TV.  It will include hands-on work in areas such as tape study, editing, show preparation, radio production, control room operation, studio preparation, production meetings, field reporting and game preparation.  Each player will tape segments as a studio and game analyst and take part in a networking session with television executives.  Each player also will serve as a live guest host on SiriusXM NFL Radio.

–Tickets on Sale for Bills vs. Falcons in Toronto: Rogers Media this week announced tickets are now on sale for the Buffalo Bills return to Rogers Centre, as they play host to the defending NFC South champions Atlanta Falcons on December 1 in Toronto. Ticket prices will remain consistent with last year’s Bills in Toronto game, with pricing starting at $48 for Level 500 seating up to the maximum $225 for Field Level VIP seating.  Fifty-eight per cent of tickets are less than $100, while 88 per cent of tickets are less than $150. Tickets for the Bills vs. Falcons game can be purchased at BillsinToronto.com, at Rogers Centre, by calling 416-341-1440 or by visiting ticketmaster.ca.

–2013 Training Camp: The Buffalo Bills will open its 2013 Training Camp at St. John Fisher College on Sunday, July 28th with a 6:10 pm practice. The complete 2013 Training Camp schedule and fan-related information can be found at: BuffaloBills.com

–Fifty Yard Finish: On Saturday, June 29, participants can take part in a half marathon, 5k or kids 1-mile run that will begin at Ralph Wilson Stadium, continue through the village and town of Orchard Park and finish at the 50 yard line on the field. Follow along with buffalobills.com journalist Hannah Buehler as she trains with Bills Strength and Conditioning Coach Dan Liburd for the race. Details can be found here: Fifty Yard Finish Details

PHOTOS OF THE DAY

Bills DB Duke Williams was a guest at last night’s Rochester Press-Radio Club’s 64th Annual Day of Champions Dinner. Williams was a University of Nevada (Reno) teammate of San Francisco 49ers QB Colin Kaepernick who received the Coca-Cola Sports Personality of the Year award tonight.

DAILY LINKS
Cleveland Plain Dealer-Joe DeLamielleure will walk from Buffalo to the Pro Football Hall of Fame for charity

BuffaloBills.com-NFL scheduling in need of regulations

Audio/Video/Photo Clip 

BuffaloBills.com
Bills Focus: Nathaniel Hackett Sit Down Part 1
Bryan Scott hosts USA Football FUNdamentals camp
Bills show support for Heads Up Football
Jeffri Chadiha Likes EJ Manuel as Year One Starter
Jeff Tuel Says Visit to Buffalo Sold Him on Bills
The John Murphy Show June 18

 YNN
Colin Kaepernick Headlines 64th Day of Champions Dinner

 Additional Clips

Inside The Bills
LaCanfora handicaps Byrd talks

ESPN AFC East Blog
Poll: Will Manuel or Geno Smith start first? 

Press Coverage (Buffalo News)
A breakdown of EJ Manuel’s contract, signing bonus
Like all 1st-rounders, EJ Manuel has fifth-year option in deal

 Buffalo Rumblings
Jairus Byrd contract update: no movement yet, per report
Doug Marrone: no timetable on Buffalo Bills quarterback competition
Debate: who is the Buffalo Bills’ best player?

Jets added rest before facing Bills not new

We showed how the division rival Jets have a decided scheduling advantage this season against the Bills in that they’re coming off a Thursday night game in Week 2 to face the Bills off 10 days rest in Week 3. Then they come off their bye week in Week 10 to face Buffalo in Week 11. As ludicrous an advantage as that might sound it’s not the first time. In fact this marks the second time it’s happened in three years.

In 2011, the Jets, off their bye in Week 8 played the Bills in Week 9 and won going away 27-11.

Three weeks later New York coming off a 10-day rest following a Thursday night game beat Buffalo again 28-24.

You can look at the Jets 2011 schedule for yourself to see how scheduling history is repeating itself and at a disadvantage for Buffalo within their own division.

The league needs to eliminate extra rest for clubs leading up to games against division opponents. They’re just too important to tilt the scale in favor of one side by providing extra rest for players and extra prep time and game planning for coaches.

Half of Bills division games vs. rested foes

As we profiled on Buffalobills.com Wednesday, Buffalo and Atlanta are the only two clubs with four or more games against opponents coming off of extra rest the week before. The Bills and Falcons also hold the dubious distinction of another scheduling disadvantage.

Buffalo and Atlanta are also the only two teams that have two or more of their division games among those in which they face an opponent off extra rest. Here’s how it lays out.

Teams who face three division opponents off extra rest
Buffalo – NYJ twice, Miami

Teams who face two division opponents off extra rest
Atlanta – Tampa, Carolina

There is no other club in the league that faces more than one opponent off extra rest that is a division rival. Knowing these games count double and are instrumental to playoff aspiration, knowing a division title gives a team an automatic postseason bid, the league should regulate and prohibit division games from being scheduled on a week following an extended layoff by one of those division clubs via a bye week or Thursday night game the week prior.

Buffalo experienced that first hand on back-to-back weeks in 2012. After playing New England following a bye week for the Patriots on the road, Buffalo had to turn around and play another division opponent off four days rest on the following Thursday night. It has to change.

NFL scheduling does Bills, Falcons no favors

While we all realize the perfect NFL schedule is almost impossible to achieve, it’s hard to think that a league that is typically ahead of the curve doesn’t realize how much this year’s NFL schedule is slanted against the Bills and Falcons.

To fully lay out all the schedule disadvantaged clubs that we profiled on the home page of Buffalobills.com, here’s the comprehensive list that we compiled in terms of the number of teams each club has to face coming more than a week of rest either via a Thursday night game the week prior or a bye week for 2013.

Teams that play against 5 teams with extra rest
Buffalo

Teams that play against 4 teams with extra rest
Atlanta

Teams that play against 3 teams with extra rest
Arizona, Carolina, NY Giants, Oakland, Philadelphia, Tampa Bay

Teams that play against 2 teams with extra rest
Chicago, Cleveland, Denver, Detroit, Houston, NY Jets, San Diego

Teams that play one team with extra rest
Baltimore, Cincinnati, Dallas, Green Bay, Indianapolis, Jacksonville, Miami, Minnesota, Pittsburgh, San Francisco, Seattle, St. Louis, Tennessee, Washington

Teams that play no teams with extra rest
Kansas City, New England and technically New Orleans

(New Orleans plays Seattle off their bye week, but the Saints are coming off a Thursday night game that same week giving Seattle only three more days to prepare than New Orleans instead of a week)

Teams whose bye weeks were nullified or compromised
Buffalo, Houston, Indianapolis, Seattle – Houston and Indy have same bye week then play the following week.

Buffalo’s bye compromised by Atlanta getting 10-day break same week due to Thursday night game.
Same with Seattle prior to their aforementioned meeting with New Orleans.

LaCanfora handicaps Byrd talks

With the deadline for the Bills and franchise designated player Jairus Byrd now less than a month away, national reporters have begun to handicap the odds of a long term deal being struck between the two sides.

CBSSports.com’s Jason LaCanfora is the latest to do so. Here’s what he wrote about the Bills’ situation with Byrd along with a host of other franchise players in similar circumstances.

Jairus Byrd, S, Buffalo Bills: There hasn’t been any real movement in these talks, according to sources, so based on that alone one might not be optimistic. But, man, the Bills cannot afford to risk losing any good young talent. This ball hawk is a difference maker, and if Buffalo can ever get that pass rush thing figured out, then the opportunities for Byrd to get his hands on the ball only increase. The Bills are sitting on about $20 million of cap space, fourth-most in the NFL, and getting Byrd off the tag will actually create more space for them over time. You don’t overspend like mad on Mario Williams only to let your homegrown talent depart, and franchising again Byrd in 2013 would just be more expensive.  It also isn’t exactly the way for a new coaching and front office regime to engender positive vibes in the locker room. 

Denver LT Ryan Clady, Dallas OLB Anthony Spencer, Chicago DT Henry Melton, Kansas City OT Branden Albert, Miami DT Randy Starks and Cincinnati DE Michael Johnson are all in the same situation as Byrd. Albert, Johnson and Starks could very well play under one-year deals. Whether Byrd falls into that same category remains to be seen.

BDC 6/18: Day of Champions Dinner Tonight

DAILY REPORT

– DB Williams in Rochester Today: Bills DB Duke Williams will be a guest at tonight’s Rochester Press-Radio Club’s 64th Annual Day of Champions Dinner. Williams was a University of Nevada (Reno) teammate of San Francisco 49ers QB Colin Kaepernick who will receive the Coca-Cola Sports Personality of the Year award tonight.

–NFL Broadcast Boot Camp Features LB Scott and former WR Moulds: Buffalo LB Bryan Scott and former Bills WR Eric Moulds are among the 24 current and former NFL players who are taking part in the seventh annual NFL Broadcast Boot Camp at NFL Films in Mt. Laurel, New Jersey through June 20, The program, directed by the NFL Player Engagement and NFL Broadcasting departments, covers a wide range of topics with instructors from each of the NFL’s broadcast partners – CBS, ESPN, FOX, NBC, NFL Network, SiriusXM, Dial Global Radio, plus local radio and TV.  It will include hands-on work in areas such as tape study, editing, show preparation, radio production, control room operation, studio preparation, production meetings, field reporting and game preparation.  Each player will tape segments as a studio and game analyst and take part in a networking session with television executives.  Each player also will serve as a live guest host on SiriusXM NFL Radio.

–Tickets on Sale for Bills vs. Falcons in Toronto: Rogers Media this week announced tickets are now on sale for the Buffalo Bills return to Rogers Centre, as they play host to the defending NFC South champions Atlanta Falcons on December 1 in Toronto. Ticket prices will remain consistent with last year’s Bills in Toronto game, with pricing starting at $48 for Level 500 seating up to the maximum $225 for Field Level VIP seating.  Fifty-eight per cent of tickets are less than $100, while 88 per cent of tickets are less than $150. Tickets for the Bills vs. Falcons game can be purchased at BillsinToronto.com, at Rogers Centre, by calling 416-341-1440 or by visiting ticketmaster.ca.

–2013 Training Camp: The Buffalo Bills will open its 2013 Training Camp at St. John Fisher College on Sunday, July 28th with a 6:10 pm practice. The complete 2013 Training Camp schedule and fan-related information can be found at: BuffaloBills.com

–Fifty Yard Finish: On Saturday, June 29, participants can take part in a half marathon, 5k or kids 1-mile run that will begin at Ralph Wilson Stadium, continue through the village and town of Orchard Park and finish at the 50 yard line on the field. Follow along with buffalobills.com journalist Hannah Buehler as she trains with Bills Strength and Conditioning Coach Dan Liburd for the race. Details can be found here: Fifty Yard Finish Details

PHOTOS OF THE DAY

Buffalo Bills President and CEO Russ Brandon (left) talks with Canisius’ men’s basketball coach Jim Baron with head coach Doug Marrone at the 2013 Downtowners Luncheon Series yesterday afternoon at the Buffalo Club.

 
Members of the 2013 Buffalo Bills rookie class attended a special premiere of World War Z which opens in theaters on Friday, June 21.

QUOTE OF THE DAY
NATHANIEL HACKETT, Bills Offensive Coordinator, on using a unified thought process for the offense:
“We want everybody to be together just like the flow of a basketball game. You want everybody to know where everybody is going to be all the time. It’s a little different in basketball, but we’re trying to bring the same principle to football. Everybody needs to know what their role is on this play and why the play was called. That’s hard sometimes to get that information out because everybody goes their separate ways and works on their individual techniques. So this is something we’ve tried to create that unifies everyone… It’s done some nice things for us and the more you keep everyone on the same page the better your execution.” via BuffaloBills.com (6/18)

DAILY LINKS

BuffaloBills.com-Hackett broadening scope for each offensive player

Audio/Video/Photo Clip 

BuffaloBills.com
The John Murphy Show June 17 

WGRZ
EJ Manuel: Is the Future Now?

 YNN
TJ Graham Focused On Improving

Additional Clips
Inside The Bills

ESPN AFC East Blog
Morning take: EJ Manuel aims high

Pro Football Talk
PFT announces ballot for Bills’ Mount Rushmore vote

Buffalo Rumblings
Video: EJ Manuel interview from NFLPA Rookie Premiere
Doug Whaley: Stephon Gilmore has “made a leap” in 2013
Will Buffalo Bills keep two quarterbacks or three?

Pro Football Talk
Bills’ Mt. Rushmore has plenty of strong candidates
Doug Whaley: Stephon Gilmore’s made a leap this offseason

BDC 6/17: NFL Broadcast Boot Camp

DAILY REPORT

–NFL Broadcast Boot Camp Features LB Scott and former WR Moulds: Buffalo LB Bryan Scott and former Bills WR Eric Moulds will be among the 24 current and former NFL players who will take part in the seventh annual NFL Broadcast Boot Camp at NFL Films in Mt. Laurel, New Jersey from June 17-20, The program, directed by the NFL Player Engagement and NFL Broadcasting departments, covers a wide range of topics with instructors from each of the NFL’s broadcast partners – CBS, ESPN, FOX, NBC, NFL Network, SiriusXM, Dial Global Radio, plus local radio and TV.  It will include hands-on work in areas such as tape study, editing, show preparation, radio production, control room operation, studio preparation, production meetings, field reporting and game preparation.  Each player will tape segments as a studio and game analyst and take part in a networking session with television executives.  Each player also will serve as a live guest host on SiriusXM NFL Radio.

– DB Williams in Rochester Tomorrow: Bills DB Duke Williams will be a guest at tomorrow night’s Rochester Press-Radio Club’s 64th Annual Day of Champions Dinner.

–Tickets on Sale for Bills vs. Falcons in Toronto: Rogers Media this week announced tickets are now on sale for the Buffalo Bills return to Rogers Centre, as they play host to the defending NFC South champions Atlanta Falcons on December 1 in Toronto. Ticket prices will remain consistent with last year’s Bills in Toronto game, with pricing starting at $48 for Level 500 seating up to the maximum $225 for Field Level VIP seating.  Fifty-eight per cent of tickets are less than $100, while 88 per cent of tickets are less than $150. Tickets for the Bills vs. Falcons game can be purchased at BillsinToronto.com, at Rogers Centre, by calling 416-341-1440 or by visiting ticketmaster.ca.

–2013 Training Camp: The Buffalo Bills will open its 2013 Training Camp at St. John Fisher College on Sunday, July 28^th with a 6:10 pm practice. The complete 2013 Training Camp schedule and fan-related information can be found at: BuffaloBills.com

–Fifty Yard Finish: On Saturday, June 29, participants can take part in a half marathon, 5k or kids 1-mile run that will begin at Ralph Wilson Stadium, continue through the village and town of Orchard Park and finish at the 50 yard line on the field. Follow along with buffalobills.com journalist Hannah Buehler as she trains with Bills Strength and Conditioning Coach Dan Liburd for the race. Details can be found here: Fifty Yard Finish Details

PHOTOS OF THE DAY

Bills rookies FB Drew Smith, DB Jordan Dangerfield, RB Kendall Gaskins and K Dustin Hopkins attended Friday night’s 2013 State Sumer Gamesopening ceremony at the University of Buffalo.

Bills LB Bryan Scott (No. 43) participates in a drill during his USA Football FUNdamentals Team B-Scott Youth Football Camp on Saturday at Ralph Wilson Stadium. Click here for a photo gallery from Saturday’s event on BuffaloBills.com

QUOTE OF THE DAY
BRYAN SCOTT, Bills linebacker, on hosting his Team B-Scott Youth Football Camp on Saturday:
“Today is a huge day, as we were able to team up and bring the USA Football program to Buffalo. My foundation Team B-Scott was able to partner with them and put on this football camp. The kids came out today, learning the basics of football but the safe way to do it- the safe way to tackle, the safe way to be fitted for equipment and learning about concussions. It’s great to be out here to get a workout in and learn the fundamentals of football.” via BuffaloBills.com (6/15)

DAILY LINKS

Buffalo News-Bills’ coach Marrone needs to be careful

Buffalo News-Ex-Bill Kelso helps tackle issue of youth league safety

Buffalo News-Bills sign Manuel to four-year contract

Associated Press-Bills sign rookie 1st-round draft pick, QB Manuel

Associated Press-Bills DE Williams clarifies ‘kill’ comment

Toronto Sun-Bills announce signing of QB Manuel

Anderson Independent Mail-A chance to flourish

BuffaloBills.com-Kolb helps neighborhood family left homeless by tornado

BuffaloBills.com–Through generations of Russerts, Bills legacy lives on

BuffaloBills.com-Bills host a day of USA Football FUNdamentals

BuffaloBills.com-EJ Manuel signs rookie contract with Bills

BuffaloBills.com-Jr. Jills program now accepting registrations

Audio/Video/Photo Clip

BuffaloBills.com
Bills Focus: Doug Whaley Sit Down Interview
Bills Focus: EJ Manuel Signs Contract

NFL.com
Bills in the community

WGR 550
Bills Sign E.J. Manuel

WKBW
Bills Sign QB E.J. Manuel

WGRZ
Buffalo Bills Sign EJ Manuel to Rookie Contract
Mario Williams and Bills Go on the Defensive

WIVB
Rookie QB inks deal with Bills

YNN
Williams Transitions to Safety Position
Wide-open competition at wide receiver
Bills sign first-round pick EJ Manuel

Additional Clips

Inside The Bills
Bills show support for Special Olympics, Manuel not planning any off days, Fan Friday 6-14

Press Coverage (Buffalo News)
Video: Bucky and Sully on Bills QB battle, new coaches, Tebow
EJ Manuel signing brings all draft picks into Bills’ fold
People’s Poll: Your only choices are 9-7 or 7-9, Bills fans
Buffalo Bills hit six-week break: Have fun, but not too much fun

Kryk Slants
Assessing Bills QBs after spring practices

Pro Football Talk
EJ Manuel: I got better every day of OTAs

Around the League (NFL.com)
Mario Williams to Buffalo Bills teammates: No Doritos
EJ Manuel signs Buffalo Bills rookie contract
Where the NFL’s QB battles stand after minicamp
Mario Williams: ‘Kill ‘em’ comment a figure of speech

ESPN AFC East
Bills sign rookie QB EJ Manuel

Buffalo Rumblings
C.J. Spiller a breakout year candidate in 2013
NFL bag policy prohibits seat cushions in league stadiums
EJ Manuel signs his Buffalo Bills rookie contract
Buffalo Bills mailbag: 53-man roster projection, Tarvaris Jackson recap
Most unique Buffalo Bills memorabilia

AFC East Daily
Manuel feels like he’s ‘truly part of the team now’

Sports Media 101
Buffalo Bills Know They Have Plenty to Work on During Break

InsideCarolina.com
Wheatley Shows Sons his UM Pride at SMSB

Bills show support for Special Olympics

Buffalo Bills players had a presence last night at the opening ceremonies of the Special Olympics at the University at Buffalo.

Bills rookies Dustin Hopkins, Kendall Gaskins, Drew Smith and Jordan Dangerfield all helped cheer on the Special Olympics participants.

“It felt really great to give back to the kids at the Special Olympics,” said Bills rookie kicker Dustin Hopkins. “To see the smiles on their faces and knowing that we could be there for them made me feel great.”

Rookies helped cheer for the different counties as they walked in and were introduced.

The Bills were recognized for their support at the Special Olympics, and enjoyed meeting the participants, high-fiving with the kids and signing autographs.

Manuel not planning any off days

The Bills top draft choice is under contract after signing his rookie deal with the club Friday. Manuel was encouraged by his play through the three days of minicamp feeling he got better every day. But he’s not going to rest on his laurels in the six weeks prior to training camp opening.

“I’m going to continue to work,” Manuel told Buffalobills.com. “Don’t take any days off. Training camp will be here before we know it. I want to be better than I was in minicamp and if I get better every day I’ll be fine.”

Training camp report day is July 28th.

Fan Friday 6-14

The players are done with minicamp and get a six-week break from field practices before training camp. But questions abound! Let’s get to the latest edition of your questions from AskChris@bills.nfl.net and on Twitter @ChrisBrownBills.

1 – Thanks for all you do Chris!
Two questions: One, why haven’t we heard much about Jeff Tuel? He hasn’t been mentioned in press conferences or included in any stats. Two, out of all the QB’s, which to you has been most impressive? Thanks Chris!

CB: Tuel had not been mentioned much prior to this week because he wasn’t getting much work in practice. Typically it was fewer than five snaps a practice, so outside of individual drills it was tough to get a feel for what he can do.

He got some more work in the minicamp this week and has what look to be good physical skills. Clearly the Bills believe he can be developed since he was kept over Tarvaris Jackson.

With respect to the quarterbacks as a whole it’s hard not to be impressed by EJ Manuel’s physical ability. The ease with which he throws a pass and the charisma he carries is noticeable and we haven’t seen that around here in some time.

2 – Hey Chris,

Thanks for all of your great coverage every year of our Buffalo Bills.  I really enjoy reading all of your updates and breaking news.

So my question is around Jarius Byrd. I know he hasn’t signed his franchise tender yet, so what happens if he decides to not sign it at all?  What are the Bills options at that point?

Thanks,
Jason

CB: After July 15^th if Byrd still has not signed his one-year franchise tender, the Bills would not be eligible to negotiate a long-term contract with Byrd until after the 2013 regular season is over. So really they’d have no options other than trading his rights.

At that point the ball would be in Jairus Byrd’s court as to whether he wants to sign the one-year tender and play this season with Buffalo. In order to get credit for an accrued season in 2013, the latest that Byrd could wait to sign the tender would be November 12^th. If he doesn’t sign by then he’s ineligible to play in 2013.

If that happens the Bills would be within their rights to place the franchise tag on Byrd again for 2014. The only difference for Buffalo is the compensation in that case would be a first and third-round pick. The current compensation this year is a pair of first-round selections.

3 – Hi Chris,

I loved the draft this year, I think the Bills addressed the needs. I feel we got 2 WR that will be big contributors from day one. The UDFA ,out of all the UDFA we picked up , who do you believe will make this team and becomes a big factor Now?

Also do you think guys like Brad Smith and T.Jackson might be gone now that we have filled the holes at QB,and WR. Will we see Byrd this year or is his days in Buffalo numbered?

One final question, is Manuel the future of this team? Do you think he can bring this team back to life? He has the size and the arm, but can put it all together to be that guy, does he have what it takes to become a Very good QB in this league, or does it come down to Hope and Prayers?

Thanks Doug

CB: I think among the undrafteds, Da’Rick Rogers and Nickell Robey have both put themselves in good position to land a roster spot, but it’s early and it’s still not real football. The two of them have not looked out of place in practice and have made plays regularly. Again things will be different when the pads are on and I’m admittedly concerned about Robey holding up in the run game at 165 pounds, but we’ll wait and see at camp.

Well you were correct about Tarvaris Jackson, but I think he was more a victim of logistics than anything else. Head coach Doug Marrone indicated releasing Jackson was due to the fact that they would not be able to have a proper evaluation of a real competition with three QBs rotating through.

As for Brad Smith, he’s performed well in the spring practices and could be a coveted veteran presence among this corps of young receivers. I’m interested to see what he can do now that his offensive focus is solely on receiver.

Concerning EJ Manuel, much like I said after the draft, he was the quarterback prospect in this year’s class that has the best chance to be great. Not someone you can win with, or above average, but great. It’s just a matter of how long before that greatness emerges, but it can never hurt to pray.

4 – Chris;

Most Defenses use two D Lines and substitute freely throughout the game, while the O Line usually stays the same except for injury! Why is that?

It would seem a rest in the game would also benefit an O Lineman? It would also further develop our backups.

Thanks;

Jim from Florida

CB: While I think some of your points certainly have merit, the offensive line is a different animal from defensive line. On offense those five guys need to work in sync on every play where on the defensive front there’s less of that. Sure there are stunts and twists where ends and D-tackles work together, but it’s limited in comparison to the blocking schemes of the offensive line.

So I would attribute the lack of substitution on the O-line to that, the need for continuity and consistency with the personnel in the blocking schemes.

5 – Hi Chris,

What’s your early feeling/assessment on E.J. Manuel from watching him in the spring?

I think we are way overdue for a Franchise QB and hope is he the guy.

Thanks for all the news!

Big Bills Fan in Denver, CO

CB: As I stated above his physical ability is impressive. In terms of his physical talent he’s probably comparable to Cam Newton in terms of mobility and throwing arm talent. Manuel needs time on the field in the practice setting and he’ll get that now with one less quarterback in the rotation.

I think this offense caters well to a young signal caller, so if he wins the competition I think he’ll be able to make progress each week as a rookie. I just haven’t seen enough of him to know if it’s fair to expect the wild success that the rookies last year like Luck, Griffin and Wilson had out of him in 2013.

BDC 6/14: Heads Up Football at RWS Tomorrow

DAILY REPORT
–Special Olympics Opening Ceremony Tonight: Several members of the Buffalo Bills including CB Stephon Gilmore, RB Kendall Gaskins, FB Drew Smith and DB Jordan Dangerfield will attend tonight’s 2013 State Sumer Games opening ceremony at the University of Buffalo.

 –Heads Up Football and Bryan Scott camp Tomorrow: The Buffalo Bills and USA Football will conduct a Heads Up Football Player Safety Coach clinic at the Buffalo Bills Healthy Zone Fieldhouse tomorrow, as well as host the USA Football FUNdamentals Team B-Scott Youth Football Camp with Bills LB Bryan Scott. In addition to the day’s two events, the Bills will also announce a $25,000 grant through the Ralph C. Wilson Foundation to the Western New York Amateur Football Alliance, which will underwrite the $5 cost for all member organization coaches to become Heads Up Football certified. Scott’s camp will include the participation and support of current Bills teammates RB Fred Jackson, DT Alex Carrington, RB Kendall Gaskins, FB Drew Smith, DB Jordan Dangerfield, DB Duke Williams and LB Kiko Alonso.

–NFL Broadcast Boot Camp Features LB Scott and former WR Moulds: Buffalo LB Bryan Scott and former Bills WR Eric Moulds will be among the 24 current and former NFL players who will take part in the seventh annual NFL Broadcast Boot Camp at NFL Films in Mt. Laurel, New Jersey from June 17-20, The program, directed by the NFL Player Engagement and NFL Broadcasting departments, covers a wide range of topics with instructors from each of the NFL’s broadcast partners – CBS, ESPN, FOX, NBC, NFL Network, SiriusXM, Dial Global Radio, plus local radio and TV.  It will include hands-on work in areas such as tape study, editing, show preparation, radio production, control room operation, studio preparation, production meetings, field reporting and game preparation.  Each player will tape segments as a studio and game analyst and take part in a networking session with television executives.  Each player also will serve as a live guest host on SiriusXM NFL Radio.

–RB Jackson and DB Williams in Rochester on Tuesday: Bills RB Fred Jackson and DB Duke Williams will be guests at Tuesday night’s Rochester Press-Radio Club’s 64th Annual Day of Champions Dinner.

–Enhanced Public Safety and Improved Stadium Access for Fans Announced: To provide a safer environment for the public and significantly expedite fan entry into Ralph Wilson Stadium, the Buffalo Bills announced today an NFL policy that limits the size and type of bags that may be brought into the stadium. The NFL Committee on Stadium Security in May unanimously recommended the implementation of this measure that will enhance public safety and make it easier for fans to gain access in all stadiums. It was discussed with all clubs at the May league meeting and will be implemented at all NFL stadiums beginning with preseason games. More information can be found on BuffaloBills.com:
Bills to Enhance Public Safety and Improve Stadium Access for Fans | Public Safety and Stadium Access Policy F&Qs

–Tickets on Sale for Bills vs. Falcons in Toronto: Rogers Media this week announced tickets are now on sale for the Buffalo Bills return to Rogers Centre, as they play host to the defending NFC South champions Atlanta Falcons on December 1 in Toronto. Ticket prices will remain consistent with last year’s Bills in Toronto game, with pricing starting at $48 for Level 500 seating up to the maximum $225 for Field Level VIP seating.  Fifty-eight per cent of tickets are less than $100, while 88 per cent of tickets are less than $150. Tickets for the Bills vs. Falcons game can be purchased at BillsinToronto.com, at Rogers Centre, by calling 416-341-1440 or by visiting ticketmaster.ca.

–Renewed Partnership: NY 529 & Bills: The Bills announced a renewed partnership with NY’s 529 College Savings Program. The two are teaming up once again to present the Become the Buffalo Bills Junior GM for a Day contest. Under this contest, one lucky boy or girl will win the opportunity to spend the day with Bills General Manager Doug Whaley. In addition, the winner will receive breakfast, lunch, a gift bag and a personalized Buffalo Bills jersey.  Last year’s winner was 10-year old Carson Kruk from Williamsville, NY. To enter, participants will visit the contest page on buffalobills.com (www.buffalobills.com/JrGM) and submit their answers to three short answer questions as to why they have what it takes to be the Buffalo Bills Junior GM for a Day.

–2013 Training Camp: The Buffalo Bills will open its 2013 Training Camp at St. John Fisher College on Sunday, July 28th with a 6:10 pm practice. The complete 2013 Training Camp schedule and fan-related information can be found at: BuffaloBills.com

–School Fundraising Opportunity: The Buffalo Bills are offering a special fundraising opportunity for local schools. Schools in Buffalo, Rochester and Southern Ontario will have the opportunity to sell tickets for the Bills vs. Minnesota Vikings Kids Day Game on August 16 at Ralph Wilson Stadium for just $20.00. For every $20.00 ticket sold, $5.00 will go back to the school. Schools interested in participating in the fundraising effort can contact Sara Beth Fisher at 716-312-8917 or e-mail sarabeth.fisher@bills.nfl.net. The Kids Day Game will feature youth-themed tailgating, an exclusive gameday giveaway, interactive games, face painting, Buffalo Jills Cheerleaders, Billy Buffalo, as well as post-game fireworks.

–Fifty Yard Finish: On Saturday, June 29, participants can take part in a half marathon, 5k or kids 1-mile run that will begin at Ralph Wilson Stadium, continue through the village and town of Orchard Park and finish at the 50 yard line on the field. Follow along with buffalobills.com journalist Hannah Buehler as she trains with Bills Strength and Conditioning Coach Dan Liburd for the race. Details can be found here: Fifty Yard Finish Details

PHOTO OF THE DAY

The Buffalo Bills took to the field yesterday for their last session of mandatory minicamp. Click here for a photo gallery of minicamp Day Three on BuffaloBills.com

QUOTE OF THE DAY
DOUG MARRONE, Bills Head Coach, on the team’s accomplishments during minicamp:
“I’m very pleased with the amount of work that we got done. We’ve reached our goal as far as what we wanted to get in. We’ve reached our goal as far as teaching the players what our tempo is, how we want to practice. They’ve responded in a professional way, which is greatly appreciated by myself and the staff. We’re excited. That’s how it should be.” via BuffaloBills.com (6/14) 

DAILY LINKS

Buffalo News-Break time for Alonso, Bills teammates

Buffalo News-Johnson reveals he fractured a vertebra

Associated Press-Aaron Williams gives Bills safety in numbers

Toronto Sun-Kevin Kolb or E.J. Manuel? Bills still deciding

BuffaloBills.com-Branch prepared to help anchor run front

BuffaloBills.com-Minicamp Practice Notes – Day 3

BuffaloBills.com-Doug Marrone: ”I’m very pleased”

Audio/Video/Photo Clip

BuffaloBills.com
50 Yard Finish: Make sure the shoe fits
Bills Roundup: Minicamp Wraps, Thursday Highlights
Stevie Johnson on Offense and #2 WR
Doug Marrone Minicamp Wrap Up Press Conference
Mario Williams on Defense, Minicamp Wrapping Up
The John Murphy Show June 13
QB Coach Ken Mastrole on EJ Manuel’s Development
ESPN Anchor Kevin Connors on Being a Bills Fan
Robert Woods Says WR Competition is a Battle 

WGR 550
Bills’ Marrone likes the work they’ve done 

WIVB
Bills wrap up mini-camp 

WGRZ
Marrone Demands Results as Bills Close Mini-Camp
Bills: Safety in Numbers 

YNN
Williams Bills Safety Plan 

Additional Clips
Inside The Bills
What’s expected of players from now to camp, Fred, B. Scott honored

Press Coverage (Buffalo News)
Video: Bills wrap up minicamp
Bills announce new NFL policies on bringing bags to The Ralph
Mario Williams relays Mike Pettine’s credo: ‘Kill ‘em, hurt ‘em’
Buffalo Bills wrap spring practices with red-zone work
Stevie Johnson reveals back injury was a slight fracture 

All Sports WNY
BUFFALO BILLS TO ENHANCE PUBLIC SAFETY 

The Sports Xchange
Marrone likes progress Bills have shown
Bills coordinator Pettine says Tebow NFL-caliber starter 

Around the League (NFL.com)
Mario Williams: Bills’ philosophy ‘Kill ‘em or hurt ‘em’ 

Pro Football Talk
Bills dust off NFL’s dirty little secret
Stevie Johnson’s back injury was slight fracture to L-5 vertabra 

Kryk Slants
Bills minicamp Day 2: photo gallery 

Buffalo Rumblings
Buffalo Bills’ Stevie Johnson had fractured back, per report
Doug Legursky contract details: two years, $2 million with Bills
Buffalo Bills’ Aaron Williams flashing playmaking ability at safety 

AFC East Daily
Buffalo Bills’ Aaron Williams flashing playmaking ability at safety

What’s expected of players from now to camp

Bills head coach Doug Marrone addressed the players early this afternoon before they parted ways for six weeks at the close of minicamp Thursday. While he told the players to enjoy their time off with their families he also reminded them that they’ve got to be ready when they report for camp.

“A lot of the times you get up there and say, make sure you do this, make sure you do that, but if you’ve been preaching all along, which we have, for our players to be professionals, you want to make sure they take this time, because it is really a long period of time now, and enjoy themselves and relax,” he said. “Enjoy their family. Enjoy their friends. Make sure when they do come back they are in condition, they are ready to go.

“The reason why is because we’re accountable to each other. Don’t think that the last part of what I just said is a contradiction to the first part—I mean that. Come back here ready to go.”

Fred, B. Scott honored

With the offseason conditioning program coming to a close along with mandatory minicamp, there were awards handed out to the top weight lifters this spring.

One award was given to the top performer on offense and one on defense. The top performer on offense was Fred Jackson and Bryan Scott on defense. Jackson, who was given his award in the locker room ran out to hand Scott his award in the Bills Fieldhouse where he was just finishing up an interview.

“I think they gave it to the two oldest guys on the team, to make us feel good,” joked Scott.

Still, it was obvious that the award carried a measure of significance for Scott.

“It means a lot. It means a lot,” Scott told Buffalobills.com. ”The lifter of the year means the guy who came in with the most energy.  Motivating not just himself but others around him. Made it better to come to work every day. It’s a huge honor when the coaches see that and they vote you in, it’s big.”

Jackson has said from the outset of the offseason conditioning program that he wanted to be the top finisher, which he obviously accomplished.

BDC 6/13: Minicamp Wraps up Today

DAILY REPORT

–Mandatory Minicamp Concludes Today: The Buffalo Bills will conclude their 2013 mandatory minicamp this afternoon at One Bills Drive.

–Tickets on Sale for Bills vs. Falcons in Toronto: Rogers Media this week ounced tickets are now on sale for the Buffalo Bills return to Rogers Centre, as they play host to the defending NFC South champions Atlanta Falcons on December 1 in Toronto. Ticket prices will remain consistent with last year’s Bills in Toronto game, with pricing starting at $48 for Level 500 seating up to the maximum $225 for Field Level VIP seating.  Fifty-eight per cent of tickets are less than $100, while 88 per cent of tickets are less than $150. Tickets for the Bills vs. Falcons game can be purchased at BillsinToronto.com, at Rogers Centre, by calling 416-341-1440 or by visiting ticketmaster.ca.

–Renewed Partnership: NY 529 & Bills: The Bills announced a renewed partnership with NY’s 529 College Savings Program. The two are teaming up once again to present the Become the Buffalo Bills Junior GM for a Day contest. Under this contest, one lucky boy or girl will win the opportunity to spend the day with Bills General Manager Doug Whaley. In addition, the winner will receive breakfast, lunch, a gift bag and a personalized Buffalo Bills jersey.  Last year’s winner was 10-year old Carson Kruk from Williamsville, NY. To enter, participants will visit the contest page on buffalobills.com (www.buffalobills.com/JrGM) and submit their answers to three short answer questions as to why they have what it takes to be the Buffalo Bills Junior GM for a Day.

–2013 Training Camp: The Buffalo Bills will open its 2013 Training Camp at St. John Fisher College on Sunday, July 28th with a 6:10 pm practice. The complete 2013 Training Camp schedule and fan-related information can be found at: BuffaloBills.com

–School Fundraising Opportunity: The Buffalo Bills are offering a special fundraising opportunity for local schools. Schools in Buffalo, Rochester and Southern Ontario will have the opportunity to sell tickets for the Bills vs. Minnesota Vikings Kids Day Game on August 16 at Ralph Wilson Stadium for just $20.00. For every $20.00 ticket sold, $5.00 will go back to the school. Schools interested in participating in the fundraising effort can contact Sara Beth Fisher at 716-312-8917 or e-mail sarabeth.fisher@bills.nfl.net. The Kids Day Game will feature youth-themed tailgating, an exclusive gameday giveaway, interactive games, face painting, Buffalo Jills Cheerleaders, Billy Buffalo, as well as post-game fireworks.

–Fifty Yard Finish: On Saturday, June 29, participants can take part in a half marathon, 5k or kids 1-mile run that will begin at Ralph Wilson Stadium, continue through the village and town of Orchard Park and finish at the 50 yard line on the field. Follow along with buffalobills.com journalist Hannah Buehler as she trains with Bills Strength and Conditioning Coach Dan Liburd for the race. Details can be found here: Fifty Yard Finish Details 

TODAY’S INTERVIEWS

7:20 am – RB C.J. Spiller – Brady & Long – (Sportsnet 590 The Fan – Toronto) Listen Here

7:30 am – DT Kyle Williams – The Howard Simon Show (WGR550 – Buffalo) Listen Here

PHOTO OF THE DAY

Bills CB Stephon Gilmore (No. 24) reels in an interception during yesterday’s minicamp at One Bills Drive. Click here for a photo gallery of Day 2 from Buffalo Bills Minicamp

QUOTE OF THE DAY
MIKE PETTINE, Bills Defensive Coordinator, on Aaron Williams’ play at safety and learning the position:
“Being a safety is such a different world from being a corner. Now there are a lot of plays where he ends up locked up on a guy and his corner instincts can take over. But it is a lot of learning and a lot of communication and I think he’s ahead of schedule of where we thought he would be. He’s flashed just the things that we saw in him as far as being a safety. Real nice play yesterday undercut a throw, interception and obviously his range his ability to get sideline to sideline is obviously something we’re going to take advantage of.” via BuffaloBills.com (6/12) 

DAILY LINKS
Buffalo News-New Bills had time off ‘fathered’ in 

Buffalo News-Bills’ Fred Jackson feels the burden of proof

Buffalo News-Bills’ Dowtin a veteran in Pettine’s ‘D’

Associated Press-Jim Kelly at home recovering from cancer surgery

Toronto Sun-Bills defensive coordinator still believes Tebow can start in NFL

Parkersburg News and Sentinel-WVU’s Talley stresses family

Parkersburg News and Sentinel-Talley hip with Twitter universe

BuffaloBills.com-Minicamp Practice Notes – Day 2

BuffaloBills.com-Throwback Thursday: Seats that hold memories

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BuffaloBills.com
Bills Roundup: Defense Shines on Minicamp Day 2
Mike Pettine on Intensity Level at Minicamp
Nathaniel Hackett on the offense’s progression
The John Murphy Show June 12
Marcell Dareus Eyes Big Things in 2013

WGR 550
5 Observations from Bills mini-camp: Day 2
Bills’ Legursky brought in to challenge to start
Bills Kolb not thinking about EJ Manuel
6/12 Joe B on Bills’ quarterback competition and observations of mandatory mini-camp
6/12 Kevin Kolb on the Bills’ quarterback competition and new offensive scheme

WIVB
Defense dominating at Bills mini-camp

WGRZ
Jim Kelly at home recovering from cancer surgery
Bills Mini Camp Continues
JavAudibles: 40-Yard Flash

WHAM
Bills Defense A Step Ahead At Mandatory Minicamp

YNN
Bills ‘D’ Continues to Develop

Additional Clips

Inside The Bills
Bills on the radio, 2 QB competition means better evaluation, Troup’s college coach at minicamp, Fans recap PLAY60 Ultimate Field Day

Press Coverage (Buffalo News)
Video: Day Two of Bills Mini Camp
Defense shows no mercy in second minicamp practice
Mike Pettine still thinks Tim Tebow can be starting NFL QB
Jim Kelly’s wife on recovery: ‘This is a hard time right now for him’
Doug Legursky used to playing to whistle

NFL.com
17 things we learned from first day of NFL minicamps

Kryk Slants
Is Bills def-co preparing already for Tim Tebow on Pats? Uh, no. But if he makes the team …

Buffalo Rumblings
Buffalo Bills’ Aaron Williams flashing playmaking ability at safety
Photos from Buffalo Bills mandatory minicamp, Day 1
Video: Marquise Goodwin interview from NFLPA Rookie Premiere
Buffalo Bills left guard competition: Colin Brown, Doug Legursky emerge

Punters update

The Bills punters were in action at minicamp Wednesday and Shawn Powell may have had his best day this spring.

Powell began the special teams segment with two booming punts, both of which had unofficial hang times of five seconds (an elite figure). First-year punter Brian Stahovich has proven to be formidable competition through the spring, so Powell will be pushed.

Both punters got 8-10 attempts during the segment. Powell’s average hang times were better overall, again unofficial, but Stahovich has put together some good sessions through the spring practices.

Granted a punter competition might not be the most exciting news in the world, but this will be a very open competition and figures to come down to preseason performance in August.

Bills on the radio

Here’s where you can find Bills players on the local radio airwaves.

7:20 am
Fan 590 – CJ Spiller

7:30 am
WGR 550 – Kyle Williams

2 QB competition means better evaluation

Bills offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett was asked about the change in dynamics now that the starting quarterback competition is essentially down to EJ Manuel and Kevin Kolb. He said the biggest benefit is with a greater body of work from Kolb and Manuel to evaluate, the coaching staff will be able to better assess who their best option is to win games in the fall.

“Any time you have a bunch of guys working in there, you’re always going to say oh what if that guy could have done that, or this,” he said. “Now it’s going to be able to let us evaluate even better.  Every day.”

Kevin Kolb was again the first quarterback through the rotation followed by EJ Manuel and Jeff Tuel. The reps were split pretty evenly between Kolb and Manuel for a second straight day.

Troup’s college coach at minicamp

University of Central Florida head coach George O’Leary was a spectator at Bills minicamp practice Wednesday. Bills head coach Doug Marrone coached as an assistant under O’Leary when he was the head coach at Georgia Tech. But O’Leary was keeping a watchful eye on a certain defensive lineman that he coached at Central Florida during practice.

“He’s got some ties to some of the guys that work here and they told me yesterday he was going to be up here,” said Troup. “He was talking to me about the same stuff. Run to the ball, keep working, stuff like that. You’ve got to take him with a grain of salt. He’s always got something for you to improve on no matter how good you think you are. It’s coaching all the time.”

O’Leary also asked about when Troup was finishing up his degree. The Bills defensive lineman will finish up his degree later this summer with a major in Interdisciplinary Studies and a minor in Communication.

“He had a good relationship with my mother and they still talk all the time,” said Troup. “He’s really a part of my family and known my family situation. He’s always checking in on us.”

Fans recap PLAY60 Ultimate Field Day

There’s no doubt that the Bills have a passionate fan base- and these fans truly showcased how much fun they had this past Saturday at the Bills PLAY 60 Ultimate Field Day.

Check out the video of their day at the Ralph!

BDC 6/12: Day 2 of Mandatory Minicamp

DAILY REPORT
–Mandatory Minicamp Continues Today: The Buffalo Bills will continue their 2013 mandatory minicamp this afternoon at One Bills Drive.

–Tickets on Sale for Bills vs. Falcons in Toronto: Rogers Media this week ounced tickets are now on sale for the Buffalo Bills return to Rogers Centre, as they play host to the defending NFC South champions Atlanta Falcons on December 1 in Toronto. Ticket prices will remain consistent with last year’s Bills in Toronto game, with pricing starting at $48 for Level 500 seating up to the maximum $225 for Field Level VIP seating.  Fifty-eight per cent of tickets are less than $100, while 88 per cent of tickets are less than $150. Tickets for the Bills vs. Falcons game can be purchased at BillsinToronto.com, at Rogers Centre, by calling 416-341-1440 or by visiting ticketmaster.ca.

–Renewed Partnership: NY 529 & Bills: The Bills announced a renewed partnership with NY’s 529 College Savings Program. The two are teaming up once again to present the Become the Buffalo Bills Junior GM for a Day contest. Under this contest, one lucky boy or girl will win the opportunity to spend the day with Bills General Manager Doug Whaley. In addition, the winner will receive breakfast, lunch, a gift bag and a personalized Buffalo Bills jersey.  Last year’s winner was 10-year old Carson Kruk from Williamsville, NY. To enter, participants will visit the contest page on buffalobills.com (www.buffalobills.com/JrGM) and submit their answers to three short answer questions as to why they have what it takes to be the Buffalo Bills Junior GM for a Day.

–2013 Training Camp: The Buffalo Bills will open its 2013 Training Camp at St. John Fisher College on Sunday, July 28th with a 6:10 pm practice. The complete 2013 Training Camp schedule and fan-related information can be found at: BuffaloBills.com

–School Fundraising Opportunity: The Buffalo Bills are offering a special fundraising opportunity for local schools. Schools in Buffalo, Rochester and Southern Ontario will have the opportunity to sell tickets for the Bills vs. Minnesota Vikings Kids Day Game on August 16 at Ralph Wilson Stadium for just $20.00. For every $20.00 ticket sold, $5.00 will go back to the school. Schools interested in participating in the fundraising effort can contact Sara Beth Fisher at 716-312-8917 or e-mail sarabeth.fisher@bills.nfl.net. The Kids Day Game will feature youth-themed tailgating, an exclusive gameday giveaway, interactive games, face painting, Buffalo Jills Cheerleaders, Billy Buffalo, as well as post-game fireworks.

–Fifty Yard Finish: On Saturday, June 29, participants can take part in a half marathon, 5k or kids 1-mile run that will begin at Ralph Wilson Stadium, continue through the village and town of Orchard Park and finish at the 50 yard line on the field. Follow along with buffalobills.com journalist Hannah Buehler as she trains with Bills Strength and Conditioning Coach Dan Liburd for the race. Details can be found here: Fifty Yard Finish Details

TODAY’S INTERVIEW
7:00 am – QB Kevin Kolb – The Howard Simon Show (WGR550 – Buffalo) Listen Here
8:00 am – WR Stevie Johnson – The Opening Drive – (SiriusXM NFL Radio)
4:45 pm – WR Da’Rick Rogers – SportsTalk – (WNML – Knoxville, TN)

PHOTO OF THE DAY

Bills rookie WR Robert Woods makes a leaping catch during Day One of the team’s 2013 mandatory minicamp yesterday at One Bills Drive. Click here for a photo gallery of minicamp on BuffaloBills.com

QUOTE OF THE DAY
DOUG MARRONE, Bills Head Coach, on the start of the team’s 2013 minicamp:
“Well obviously we’re in mandatory minicamp and I’ll tell you what I’m most excited about was obviously the pace today. It seemed like from what we’ve done in OTAs and the first voluntary minicamp we had and the voluntary OTAs and now coming to this mandatory minicamp the pace has really picked up. One of my messages to the team when I spoke to them was that a lot of time this year we think it’s the end, when really it’s just the beginning. I think that the pace has picked up quite a bit because I think schematically the players are getting more comfortable. I see better communication out there on both sides of the ball. Again, there are mistakes out there, don’t get me wrong, but I’m excited about this type of effort. And if we continue with this type of effort, we’ll have an opportunity to do some good things.” - via BuffaloBills.com (6/11) 

DAILY LINKS

Buffalo News-Kolb, Manuel begin journey for Bills’ starting job

Buffalo News-Legursky quickly moves into action

Associated Press-Marrone called 3 a crowd in Bills QB competition

Associated Press-Bills open mandatory minicamp minus S Byrd

USA Today-Doug Marrone hopes to light up scoreboard, fans

BuffaloBills.com-Minicamp practice notes – Day 1

BuffaloBills.com-Player personnel chief Jim Monos set to grind

BuffaloBills.com-Bills new scouting director equipped to find winners

BuffaloBills.com-Doug Marrone: ”I’m excited about this type of effort”

Audio/Video/Photo Clip

BuffaloBills.com
Bills Roundup: Minicamp Opens with QB Change
Kevin Kolb on QB Battle, Offensive Tempo
Doug Marrone on Minicamp, Manuel
EJ Manuel on Increased Reps, Opportunity
The John Murphy Show June 11
Fred Smerlas on Tim Tebow
Keith Pough Likes the Bills “Funky” Defense 

WGR 550
5 Observations from Bills mini-camp: Day 1
Minus Jackson, Bills QBs get in to flow of competition 

WIVB
Bills open mini-camp, QB’s struggle 

WGRZ
Three’s a Crowd at QB For Marrone
Bills Byrd Only Player Missing at Minicamp
Jaworski — Bills on the Right Path 

YNN
Day One of Bills Minicamp

 Additional Clips

Inside The Bills
Bills on the radio, How Marrone first heard of Tebow signing, Respect for QB Jackson, Chandler participating, Everyone under contract on hand, How minicamp will differ from OTAs

Press Coverage (Buffalo News)
Video: Battle of the QBs at Day One of Bills mini camp
EJ Manuel’s first-round status not scaring Kevin Kolb
Manny Lawson back on field, hopes to give Bills D some rattle
People’s Poll: Byrd or Manuel more likely to start opening day?

 Talkin TV (Buffalo News)
WBBZ Officially Lands Bills-Cleveland Game 

Buffalo Rumblings
Buffalo Bills quarterback battle: Kevin Kolb, EJ Manuel splitting reps 

AFC East Daily
Handful of recently-ailing Bills back for minicamp