Archives for February 9, 2009

‘April’s group ranked first in only two of the 22 categories used to determine the league’s top unit, but were in the top five in five other categories and in the top 10 in seven others. That consistency through several areas of special teams allowed Buffalo to rise to the top.’

‘By not showing up for work, Peters hurt his team more than occasionally iffy quarterback Trent Edwards, the generally impotent passing offense and understated head coach Dick Jauron combined. In fact, he inflicted damage each of those aspects: The passer often appeared rattled in part because he knew his blind side wasn’t safe, which in turn kept him from hitting targets with regularity, which then helped the Bills stumble to 7-9. However extensive Jauron’s failings might be, he can’t be held responsible for his alleged best lineman not playing well after not practicing at all over the summer.’

‘The NFL’s 32 teams are ranked in 22 categories and assigned points according to their standing (1 for best and 32 for worst). Buffalo had a composite score of 254 (14.5 points better than No. 2 Tennessee).’

‘So how did Lindell – the kicker for the Buffalo Bills – get written into the script of a new series on Fox?’

‘For a debut performance Bills running back Marshawn Lynch did not disappoint in his first Pro Bowl Sunday as he was the game’s leading rusher with 48 yards on just six carries.’