Archives for July 18, 2001

‘I’ve picked four to talk about, because I’ve got a gut feeling (and maybe you do too) that sometime during the season, the winners of these jobs will play a big role..’

‘The rookies report on the 25th, while veterans report on the 28th.’

‘Pivotal games: Back-to-back road games at Miami (Sept. 16) and Indianapolis (Sept. 23) will give the Bills an early indication of where they stand in the AFC East. A potential grudge match with Flutie looms in San Diego on Oct. 28.’

"As of today, I’m looking for the 5-9, 220-pound Henry — the only true halfback on a roster loaded to the gills with glorified fullbacks — to emerge as just that this summer."

Bob Kalsu was a promising tackle for the Buffalo Bills before he chose to server in Vietnam becoming the only pro athlete serving there. Sports Illustrated has his story (cover story).

‘But it may be tough to convince Holecek, who has recorded at least 100 tackles in each of the last three seasons, to accept a reserve role. If he signs, he will come in as Marvin Jones’ backup in the middle.’

‘[Sammy] Morris showed up at this Rochester library to help launch the Hit the Books program — an initiative sponsored by the Bills and United Parcel Service to encourage children to read.’

‘The Bills might get by without Holecek’s presence on the field – though twice he made 17 tackles in a game – but something will be missing from the locker room.’