Archives for September 22, 2006

‘When it’s all said and done around 4:15 p.m. on Sunday, expect the victor to be the Bills, 20-10.’

‘Schumer is rooting for team owner Ralph Wilson. He understands Wilson’s concerns about hammering out a collective bargaining agreement that treats small markets like Buffalo fairly. “But it’s a constant fight because obviously the big teams from places like New York or Chicago or LA have a lot of clout and they have more money.”‘

‘The Bills linebacker went on to say that he is very comfortable in the system the team plays on defense, and that he is able to just go out there and make plays. "I can just let my athletic ability take over out there and not as much thinking. If you think to much, it doesn’t allow you to play fast, you’re less worried about making mistakes." When asked if the scheme was simple, Crowell said, "The system isn’t simple, it just allows you to play fast."’

‘I like the Bills to win 20-13.’

‘Takeo Spikes refuses to budge from his belief this is a rebuilding season for the young and retooled Buffalo Bills. What the star linebacker didn’t anticipate was how far ahead of schedule the process might be.’