Archives for March 29, 2007

‘Pain & Suffering rating: 5.49 (approximately equal to 11 Scott Norwoods).’

‘As far as the “youth movement,” only four current Bills – place-kicker Rian Lindell, punter Brian Moorman, wide receiver Peerless Price and back-up tight end Ryan Neufeld – have reached their 30th birthday. Six others, including Walker, will be that age by November.’

‘"Some guys have to make a long step forward right now," said Levy in reference to the upcoming 2007 season. "Duke Preston is one and Kevin Everett is another. It’s time to find out."’

‘Phillips guided the Bills to a 29-19 record in three years and their last two playoff appearances. He wasn’t ready to move on, but “Ralph made me move on,” he said with a smile. “It wasn’t my choice.”‘

‘Running back Willis McGahee wasn’t used much as a receiver in Buffalo. That’s about to change. The Baltimore Ravens have designs on McGahee being an all-purpose threat. “One of the things that drew us to Willis McGahee was the versatility that he represents in both stretch runs, running downhill and catching out of the backfield,” Ravens coach Brian Billick said during the AFC coaches breakfast Tuesday. “Anytime you have a player who is that multiple, that’s a positive.”‘

Newest Eagles say they’re ready to play – and make the playoffs (Philadelphia Inquirer)

Can Holcomb step up if Feeley should flop? (Philadelphia Inquirer)

Spikes set for sideshow on either side (Philadelphia Daily News)

Spikes feels ‘rejuvenated’ (Bucks County Courier Times)

Spikes sets sights on postseason (Delaware County Times)

Spikes says he’s 100 percent recovered (Allentown Morning Call)

Enthusiasm high for Spikes (Cherry Hill Courier Post)

Spikes ready to win (Press of Atlantic City)

Spikes ready to play linebacker for Birds, but where? (Reading Eagle)

Spikes, Holcomb thrilled with trade to Eagles (Wilmington News Journal)

Spikes Hoping to Finally Reach Postseason (ComcastSportsNet.com)

Spikes: It’s Too Good To Be True (PhiladelphiaEagles.com)

Holcomb Is All About Winning (PhiladelphiaEagles.com)

If First Impressions Mean Anything, Spikes Will Be Huge (PhiladelphiaEagles.com)

Random Thoughts; Awaiting Spikes, Holcomb (PhiladelphiaEagles.com)

Photo gallery (PhiladelphiaEagles.com)

‘”I actually forced the issue. I was proactive about it,” said Holcomb, a former MTSU quarterback. “I didn’t see them keeping me, and so I asked for my release two months ago. They wanted to see if they could get something for me, but I didn’t think they would. But I understand they’ve got to do what’s best for the Buffalo Bills. Now, I hope (going to Philadelphia) will be best for me and my family.”‘

‘He’s been durable: Walker played in every game last year, as he has in four of his six full seasons. And, even better than being able to play each week is the ability to play decently each week, and his six sacks, second for the Eagles in 2006, indicates he can contribute. To be fair, though, the problem is three of those were against Drew Bledsoe, which is about a notable an accomplishment as hunting down and catching a totem pole.’

‘Fans of former Buffalo Bills running back Thurman Thomas can purchase tickets starting next Wednesday at 11 a.m. for his enshrinement into the Pro Football Hall of Fame Satuerday, August 4.’