‘There’s no question Owens will show up in shape… but this is about attitude. Chemistry with a new team and in particular THIS offense, and THIS quarterback is important.’
Archives for March 26, 2009
T.O.: If it’s not mandatory, I won’t be there
‘Owens received the Alzheimer’s Association’s first Young Champions Award during the gala for raising awareness in the fight against the disease. Owens’ support of the charity is inspired by the fact his grandmother has the disease. His grandmother, Alice Black, was diagnosed in 1996. She now is in an assisted-living home in Alabama, unable to recognize loved ones. "She’d been very, very instrumental in my upbringing," Owens said. "This is definitely a tribute to her."’
Hardy ahead of the game
‘With rehabilitation for ACL surgeries typically running six to nine months, Hardy should be right at the nine month mark in the middle of August. What his level of participation will be remains to be seen.’
T.O., meet T.G.
‘Invincible tight end Tony Gonzalez has reportedly asked for a trade. Although he hasn’t demanded one, the Bills should demand the Chiefs send the best ever at his position their way.’
Former coaches praise T.O.
‘”I feel there were some things blown out of proportion after the season and misrepresented as far as our locker room. Those things happen when you don’t live up to expectations,” he said. “Chemistry is always important, but production is the most important. Just give me a player that works hard, tried to win and has great talent and produced. I think the one thing you’ve got to look at in players is production, and [Owens] has been probably the most productive receiver in the last several years.”‘
Terrell Owens not working out with Bills unless it’s mandatory
‘"I talked to coach (Dick) Jauron prior to the start of the workouts about that," said Owens, who was honored Wednesday evening with an award at an Alzheimer’s Association gala. "Right now if there’s nothing mandatory that I have to be a part of, then I won’t intend to be there."’
Bills Connection With Toronto May Become a Blessing
‘Toronto takes a couple of the games, but Buffalo still has six, and they’re still the BUFFALO Bills, and with that $$ boost from Toronto, the Bills’ bottom line can look pretty healthy for the future, no matter what happens with the inevitable settlement on Ralph Wilson’s estate. Speaking of that, Mr. Wilson is still sharp as a tack at 91, so who knows when that scenario comes into play?’
Owens upset at reputation but will not change
‘”For me, it’s not a matter of what city I go to, whether they have the popularity of the Dallas Cowboys or the following of Philadelphia or San Francisco. I am embracing a team and an organization.”‘