Archives for October 2004

‘Gray said he didn’t sit Adams to punish him or because he was playing poorly, although Miami ran the ball well in the first half. He did it because Edwards (four tackles, two sacks) got hot and he wasn’t tiring. Gray said he wouldn’t scrap his rotation system because he wants his defensive linemen to stay fresh and he also doesn’t hold a grudge against Adams for confronting him. Adams, who was back with the first-unit defense on Wednesday, wasn’t fined and there is a good dialogue going on.’

‘The Bills, who were averaging eight penalties per game, got it down to seven against Miami. The team began using two ex-Arena League referees at each of their practices last week. The refs toss flags at anything they see wrong. “We learned some things even in that game that happened with some of the calls (from practice). I see no negative about having these guys out there helping us out,” coach Mike Mularkey said.’

‘Before this season, Milloy has started all but six games in his nine-year career with New England and Buffalo.’

‘Travis Henry practiced and his bad arch is questionable. Mularkey didn’t think Henry looked all the way back yet, but felt it’s the best he’s looked since the injury happened against the Jets. Trey Teague rode the bike, but isn’t expected to play and is doubtful. J.P. Losman and Troy Vincent are still out.’

‘Milloy’s presence bolsters what’s been a banged-up defensive backfield that will be minus starting cornerback Troy Vincent, who will miss his third straight game with a right knee injury.’

‘"Some of these kids haven’t smiled all week and today they’re grinning from ear to ear," said Deborah King, a child life specialist at the hospital. "We really enjoyed Takeo’s visit. Seeing him gave the children incentive to get out of bed."’

‘"He’s just reliable," said Head Coach Mike Mularkey. "Guys have confidence in him and it just seems that if we need a punt at a critical time he’s come through with it."’

‘”What I was pulled for is a family affair. We keep those things in house,” Adams said. “But it had nothing to do with my performance and it had nothing to do with play time.”‘

‘Adams played down what happened, saying, ”We keep those things in-house.” Except for calling it ”a passionate game,” he wouldn’t say what led to the outburst.’

‘Bills running back Willis McGahee could get his second consecutive start after Travis Henry remains listed as questionable with a sprained left foot. Henry practiced on Wednesday, but still appeared to be limping.’

‘The game must be sold-out before Thursday, October 28th at 1:00 pm for the game to be seen in the local television markets.’

‘”It’s a good habit to have, huh?” said Campbell, who caught just one touchdown last season and had just five in his previous five years in the NFL. “It feels good to know you’re a part of the offense.”‘

‘A win over Miami didn’t rid the Bills of all their problems. The Bills are 2-8 in their last 10 road games. They haven’t scored a rushing touchdown in almost eight games. The offense is ranked 27th overall in the NFL, but beating the Dolphins was a good first step. Now the Bills have to keep going forward. Losing to the Ravens may not be taking a step back – but at this point, standing still isn’t good enough, either.’

‘Despite the wishes of some Bills fans, the team was silent on the final day to make trades. Both RB Travis Henry and DT Sam Adams, deemed expendable by some following last Sunday’s win, were not moved before the deadline.’