Archives for March 2005

‘At the present time there is not enough interest to make a trade and if things continue in that vein we would expect to have Travis back again next year for the final year of his contract.’

‘The No. 2 quarterback job in Buffalo has been among the loneliest in the NFL over the past three seasons, what with the slow but durable Drew Bledsoe starting all 48 games. But after Bledsoe was released last month, and the reins were handed to J.P. Losman, a solid insurance policy suddenly became important for Buffalo again.’

‘Center. The Bills have to start getting serious about upgrading their line; it’s just not in the league of Pittsburgh’s, Indianapolis’, or New England’s, the teams to beat in the AFC. Landing a veteran or good rookie would allow Trey Teague to be shifted to left tackle.’

‘QB J.P. Losman, who grew up in Los Angeles, has found adjusting to a small city like Buffalo difficult, but in a good way. “It’s weird being in a new city and it’s been a little overwhelming my time thus far in Buffalo,” he said. “The fan support has been overwhelming. It’s not something I’m used to. I’ve never known so many people that have so much knowledge and passion about their team. “(Heading through the tunnel on game days), the energy you feel in the stadium makes you feel on top of the world, like we’re gladiators or something. It’s not something I’m used to and I feel very fortunate to be in this situation.”

‘The two lawmakers admit their request to the Bills could open a Pandora’s Box. “We fully understand that this appropriation is mandated under the lease and any failure on the part of the county to fund this appropriation would nullify the agreement,” they wrote in a Feb. 28 letter to Bill Munson, Bills vice president of operation. “It is not our intention to challenge or nullify the previously signed agreement; however, as Erie County Legislators we must make every inquiry into possible expenditure reductions that will aide us in balancing our 2005 budget.”‘

‘For Thurman Thomas, Andre Reed, and Bruce Smith the latter parts of their hall of fame careers will be an after thought, as they’ll always be remembered as Buffalo Bills.’

‘Starting C Trey Teague may get a look at left tackle during the spring minicamps.’

‘Guard Rick DeMulling, who visited the Lions on Wednesday, apparently will choose between Detroit and Buffalo. Both teams are said to be negotiating for his services.’

‘Moulds said he never really thought he would make it in the NFL, he thought if he went pro it would be playing basketball. Moulds has been playing for the Buffalo Bills for nearly 10 years because he didn’t put limits on himself, he said.’

‘The question for the Bills and other teams is where is Womack best suited? Seattle is interested in bringing him back to play guard. He likely would make more money at tackle. “I’ve played more tackle, but I’d be comfortable at guard if they put me there,” Womack said. “I just try to be versatile and help the team wherever I can. “They have great chemistry here and I’d like to be part of it.”‘

‘"I sat down with coach Mularkey and coach (Jim) McNally to go over some plays and some technique and I think I could fit in pretty good here," added Womack. "Just looking at the team, they have very good chemistry here and I want to be a part of it."’

‘TE Marcellus Rivers has spent the past four seasons with the Giants. He has 27 catches for 227 yards and excels on special teams.’

‘2003: Played in 12 games with 5 starts. Inactive for the season’s final 4 games with a knee injury. Posted career-high totals of 17 receptions for 155 yards and recorded 12 tackles on special teams. Started against Buffalo (11/30) and had 2 receptions for 22 yards before leaving the game with a knee sprain that would sideline him for the remainder of the season.’

‘Nicknamed “Pork Chop” by his mother who thought Floyd resembled Pork Chop Cash, a local pro wrestler, when Floyd was a baby.’

‘Today the Bills are expected to entertain Seattle lineman Floyd "Pork Chop" Womack. He is a four-year veteran who has started 22 games the last three seasons, mostly at right tackle, but he also has played guard and left tackle. If the Bills don’t find what they’re looking for in the free agent market, Teague will become a much stronger possibility to play tackle.’