Archives for March 7, 2009

‘Peterson is a 10-year pro who spent his first four seasons in Indianapolis, where he was a 1999 second-round draft pick. He signed with Jacksonville in 2003. His visit is a bit curious with Paul Posluszny the established starter and backup John DiGiorgio re-signed recently.’

‘Constructed in 1989, the 4,800- square-foot home sits on a three-acre lot. It has a poker room, bar with walk-in cooler and dance floor, home theater, office suite, workout studio and bocce court and trophy room where Kelly displayed his collection of football memorabilia.’

‘An Amherst man was allowed to remain free on bail following his indictment Friday on vehicular manslaughter and other charges for a fatal drunken- driving incident shortly after a Buffalo Bills game last fall.’

‘Appearing will be Bills Hall of Famers Jim Kelly, Billy Shaw and Joe DeLamielleure as part of a salute to the team on its 50th anniversary. Several members of the current team and coaching staff also will attend. John Murphy, the broadcast voice of the Bills, will be master of ceremonies.’

‘”My clients were horrified by the events that transpired, and I think a jury would be horrified as well,” said Daniel J. Monahan Jr., the Donagheys’ attorney.’

‘Based on the players they’ve hosted so far, a third running back and a linebacker are the Buffalo Bills’ top unresolved needs in free agency.’

‘Many already have forgiven Lynch because he’s a sensational running back, a Pro Bowler who has rushed for more than 1,000 yards in each of his first two seasons. The Bills, however, have been talking to several free-agent running backs about coming aboard. They have hosted visits with Fred Taylor, DeShaun Foster and Kevin Jones. This story isn’t over yet.’

‘The free agency parade continued at One Bills Drive Friday as Kansas City free agent defensive end Jason Babin was in Orchard Park to meet with the coaching staff. Babin was on three different NFL rosters in 2008, before finishing the season with the Chiefs.’

‘After being heavily courted by Buffalo, Jones has decided to re-sign with Chicago.’