Monthly Archives: January 2011
Kolb’s Philly future sketchy
Eagles QB Kevin Kolb, whose future as a starter in Philadelphia became very uncertain following the re-emergence of Michael Vick, now seems pretty adamant about being a starter in 2011, whether it’s with the Eagles or for another NFL club. Philadelphia Inquirer reporter Jeff McLane is reporting that Kolb will have his exit interview with Andy [...]
Locker headed to Sr. Bowl
University of Washington QB Jake Locker has accepted an invitation to the Senior Bowl. Locker accepted the invite over the weekend and will play for the North team in the 62nd annual Senior Bowl tilt. Locker chose to return to school for his senior season in 2010 instead of declaring himself eligible for the 2009 [...]
Reed again a HOF finalist
Once again Andre Reed is among the finalists selected for possible induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Reed is a finalist for the fourth straight time, but again is facing difficult competition with the likes of Marshall Faulk and Deion Sanders also among the finalists. Also expected to make induction for Reed difficult [...]
Bills Senior Bowl QBs
Here is a look at the QBs that Chan Gailey and his staff will be coaching on the South Team at the Senior Bowl in two weeks. Andy Dalton – TCU Greg McElroy – Alabama Christian Ponder – Florida State Dalton just finished leading TCU to an undefeated season after their Rose Bowl win over [...]
Gailey on WR corps future
There’s a lot of speculation about the future of Buffalo’s receiving corps and who will still be a part of it in 2011. All of Buffalo top seven wideouts are under contract, and knowing Marcus Easley will be back healthy next season has fans wondering who might be the odd one out. Most speculate that Lee [...]
Fan Friday 1-7
Into the offseason we go. Let’s get to your questions for this week from askchris@bills.nfl.net. 1 – Chris, Wondering what the rules are for I-R players in terms of being able to attend team meetings, watch film, etc – to be taught/coached on techniques? Also, if they recover from their injury during the season and [...]
All options open w/3rd pick
Bills head coach Chan Gailey has been making the rounds doing postseason wrap up interviews on the radio this week. One of his more interesting answers came recently when he was asked about his public commitment to Ryan Fitzpatrick and if that means QBs in the college draft can be ruled out with the third [...]
Another award for Kyle
Bills DT Kyle Williams got another award in addition to getting a nod for the Pro Bowl. Williams was named the Defensive Player of the Year by the film reviewers and stat crunches at Pro Football Focus. Williams got the majority of votes from the PFF panel to finish ahead of players like Trent Cole [...]
Mallet declares
Arkansas QB Ryan Mallet was the latest to throw his name into the 2011 draft pool Thursday. Mallet issued a statement which read in part… “Playing in the NFL is a goal of mine and I am grateful to the people that have prepared me to take the next step.” Mallet led the Hogs to [...]
Williams on mult. front ‘D’
Bills head coach Chan Gailey talked about moving to a multiple front defense in 2011 that uses both 4-3 and 3-4 looks. Kyle Williams in being named to the Pro Bowl Thursday, also talked about the future plans for the Bills defense. “I’m encouraged,” Williams said. ”We had our exit meetings and he’s going to try to [...]
Luck staying at Stanford
It’s official. Per a Stanford University press release, Andrew Luck is staying at Stanford for his senior season and will not declare himself eligible for the NFL draft. Luck in a statement said in part, “I’m committed to earning my degree in architectural design and am on track to accomplish this at the completion of the [...]
Florence thanks Bills fans
Drayton Florence is set to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason. He said he’s open to returning to the Bills, but before anything happens regarding his future he made sure to thank Bills fans. DraytonFlorence I just want to thank all the fans( loyal fans) for supporting us even thou our post season hopes [...]
Welker 1st WR sub 2 Pro Bowl
A lot of Bills fans were hoping that Stevie Johnson was a first alternate for the AFC Pro Bowl squad at wide receiver after his breakout season, but apparently that’s not the case. That’s because New England’s Wes Welker is headed to the Pro Bowl to replace injured Houston receiver Andre Johnson. Johnson had been [...]
Stevie on the radio
Bills WR Stevie Johnson will take to the radio airwaves this afternoon (Thurs.). Johnson will be making an appearance on the FAN 590 AM in Toronto at 1:40 pm. If you’re outside the listening area you can also listen online, and then click on the listen live tab near the top right corner of the [...]
Thurs. radio appearances
Here’s the rundown of Bills radio appearances for Thursday. Chan Gailey – Morning Bull; 103.3 The Edge @ 7:45 AM (listen online) Naaman Roosevelt – Shredd and Ragan; 103.3 The Edge @ 4:10 PM (listen online)
Report: Bowers declares
According to ESPN college football Joe Schad, Clemson DE Da’Quan Bowers has declared himself eligible for the 2011 NFL Draft. schadjoe Clemson DE Da’Quan Bowers will enter the next NFL draft Bowers (6’4″ 280) led the nation with 15.5 sacks in 2010 and ranked second with 26 tackles for loss. He won both the Nagurski and Ted Hendricks [...]
SI mock has Bills taking QB
Sports Illustrated’s latest mock draft has Buffalo taking a quarterback despite the fact that they have Andrew Luck off the board in the top spot. SI has the Bills taking Missouri’s Blaine Gabbert with the third overall pick. While I think Gabbert is a quality NFL prospect, I think he could’ve polished his game up by spending [...]
Byrd on the radio
Bills FS Jairus Byrd will be appearing on the radio airwaves this afternoon (Wed.). Byrd will be on the Shredd and Ragan show on 103.3 the Edge at 4:10 pm. If you’re outside the Western New York listening area, you can always listen online.
Chan on Fitz’s future
Bills head coach Chan Gailey will be appearing on the season wrap up edition of the Thurman Thomas show this weekend and had some pointed comments on a number of team topics. Thurman and host Jeff Russo addressed a number of topics concerning the team with Gailey including Ryan Fitzpatrick’s future. Here was Gailey’s answer [...]
Williams a finalist
Bills DT Kyle Williams is a finalist for the NFL Alumni 2010 Player of the Year awards. Finalists were chosen by legendary NFL coach and front office executive Bill Parcells. Former NFL players will vote for the winners from among three finalists per 11 categories — nine positional categories, Coach of the Year and overall [...]
