Archives for July 12, 2008

‘Buffalo probably is one year away from being an elite team, but they should become a very competitive one this season. This team is very capable of winning nine games, including a few that no one expects them to win.’

‘Running back Marshawn Lynch’s legal problems stemming from a hit-and-run incident in late May are behind him. But with training camp set to begin July 25, his public image will need repairing. The NFL is reviewing his case for possible sanctions under its personal conduct policy.’

‘The Bills acquired veterans Marcus Stroud and Spencer Johnson in the offseason because their run defense was so weak — 125 yards per game, 28th in the league. For that, Williams gets a fat raise?’

‘At some point, you’ve got to figure playing error-free football is going to pay off for the Bills, who have missed the playoffs eight consecutive seasons, longest such streak in the team’s history. In coach Dick Jauron’s first two seasons (consecutive 7-9 finishes), the Bills have established club records for fewest penalties and last year they tied for the fourth fewest turnovers in the NFL.’