‘At the same time, the Giants signed quarterback Rob Johnson to compete for a backup role behind Eli Manning…In the last two years, Johnson has worked at Camp Quarterback, a renowned camp in California run by his father, Bob, that has helped produce outstanding players including Carson Palmer, Drew Brees and David Carr.’
Archives for May 26, 2006
Getting to Know the Lesser Known Linemen ñ Part I
‘In part one of our two part series we take a closer look at rookies Brad Butler and Aaron Merz.’
Bills’ owner, wife help fund hospice facility
‘Ralph Wilson, owner of the Buffalo Bills, and his wife, Mary, have donated $500,000 towards construction of a new children’s services center at the Hospice Mitchell Campus.’
Tight end Cieslak climbs Bills’ depth chart
‘Cieslak faces some stiff competition to remain Royal’s top backup. Tim Euhus and Ryan Neufeld have more experience. Second-year pro Kevin Everett hasn’t played a down in the NFL because of a knee injury, but is a former third-round pick with a lot of potential. But being No. 2 on the depth chart right now shows Cieslak has made quite an impression on the coaching staff.’
Holcomb starting won’t lead to victories for Buffalo
‘The soon-to-be 33-year-old Holcomb has been a serviceable backup throughout his nine-year career, but not much more. With an arm as weak as his, it’s a wonder why former Bills GM Tom Donahoe signed him in the first place in March 2005.’
Bills not worried about no-show McGahee
‘McGahee wasn’t the only no-show this week – 11 veterans were missing Thursday, including Troy Vincent, London Fletcher, Chris Villarrial, Aaron Schobel and Nate Clements. But McGahee kept his streak alive of being the only veteran who has yet to make at least one spring practice where players are learning the team’s new offense. Jauron expressed disappointment but not worry or anger that a player as important to the team’s success as McGahee has chosen to stay away.’