‘The Bills saw enough of Smith through only three games and 34 carries to demote him in favor of Jonathan Linton for the big meeting with the Indianapolis Colts on Oct. 1. "He’s a good player and he hasn’t gotten to play, and I think he’ll help give us a spark," Bills coach Wade Phillips said about Linton after announcing the move Wednesday.’
Archives for September 21, 2000
Hunter’s Hope charity ball set for Dec. 1
‘Former Miami Dolphins quarterback Dan Marino will be among the celebrity guests at the black-tie fund-raising event to kick off the annual candle campaign of the Hunter’s Hope Foundation. The organization was founded in 1997 by former Buffalo Bills quarterback Jim Kelly and his wife, Jill, to fund research on Krabbe disease, a fatal genetic disorder that afflicts their son, Hunter.’
Flat Bills tap Linton for kick vs. Colts
‘Saying he’s looking for a "spark" for his anemic running game, Buffalo Bills coach Wade Phillips yesterday named Jonathan Linton as his starting running back for the Indianapolis Colts game Oct. 1. Headed to the bench is Antowain Smith, whose career has been in freefall since topping 1,000 yards two seasons ago.’
Bills Moore out 4-6 weeks with ankle sprain
‘Bills rookie linebacker Corey Moore will miss 4-6 weeks with a high ankle sprain, coach Wade Phillips said on Wednesday.’
Linton to replace Smith as Bills shuffle starting running backs
‘Linton, who has not carried the ball yet this year has been limited to special teams play while recovering from a rib injury, will take over for Antowain Smith following the bye week when the Bills host AFC East Division rival Indianapolis on Oct. 1. "We wanted to give Jonathan the opportunity," coach Wade Phillips said Wednesday. "We’re fortunate to have a number of quality backs that can help us win games and this is Jonathan’s chance to show what he can do as the starter."’