‘The Patriots also were flummoxed by the method in which Donahoe made his offer. Instead of calling Pats personnel director Scott Pioli directly, Donahoe faxed the request – and not just to Pioli. The fax went to five machines throughout the team complexes, including one belonging to owner Bob Kraft. It was a highly unusual move in terms of how business is done in the NFL. Most trade talks are conducted on a one-on-one basis over the phone.’
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Patriots reportedly turn down Bills’ offer
‘The Bills have the fourth overall pick in this year’s draft but have said they will not part with that to get Bledsoe. The Patriots are reportedly seeking a first-round pick in exchange for the 30-year-old former franchise quarterback.’
Donahoe not optimistic about Bledsoe trade talks
‘"I’m not overly optimistic that it’s going to get done," Bills president Tom Donahoe told Buffalo radio station WNSA on Friday. "I still don’t have the sense that they really want to do this, particularly with us. And that may be part of the hangup."’