Archives for January 2002

‘They include returning to the Bills if they provide him with a pay hike and assurances from coach Gregg Williams that the team will take steps to improve, requesting his release from the final year of his contract so he can sign with a contender, or retirement.’

‘Foster wouldn’t identify the interested teams, but one is believed to be Buffalo – perhaps Calvillo’s next stop. “There does seem to be some interest,” Foster said.’

‘[Anthony Calvillo] worked out for Jacksonville and Seattle and has a session planned with Buffalo.’

Buffalo Bills will play these team in 2002:

Home: Miami Dolphins, New England Patriots, New York Jets, Oakland Raiders, San Diego Chargers, Cincinnati Bengals, Chicago Bears, Detroit Lions

Away: Miami Dolphins, New England Patriots, New York Jets, Denver Broncos, Kansas City Chiefs, Houston Texans, Green Bay Packers, Minnesota Vikings

‘The reality is, no single statistic contributed more to the Bills’ 3-13 record than the fact their 123 penalties were an NFL high.’

‘"In most years, your roster probably is going to turn over anywhere from 25 to 33 percent."’

‘Time to call the U-Haul: Rob Johnson, Ken Irvin, J. McDaniel.’

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‘Instead, Johnson confirmed many of his critics’ worst fears — that he was incapable of staying healthy and unable to perform as the team’s undisputed starter.’

‘Four years of premium-priced quarterbacks added up to zero playoff wins for Buffalo. With a crowded wholesale market this offseason, it’s time for the Bills to do a little bargain hunting.’

‘He leaves as one of the most admired and respected players in Bills history.’

‘Hansen had no immediate plans other than to spend time with his wife, Dianna, and their 7-month-old daughter, Hope.’

‘He has told several teammates that he doesn’t expect to be here next season, mainly because he doesn’t believe he can get a fair shake in this town after being criticized heavily for the Bills’ problems.’

‘He was small town all the way, an underdog, a small-college player who gave every ounce of himself on the field and made himself into one of the top defensive ends in the game.’

‘"Nine of the last 12 games were (decided by) seven points or less. The hope is we can learn from that, and the biggest part of that is coming back ready to go even harder than we did this year."’