‘Chris Berman may turn out to be the most eloquent speaker at the Hall of Fame ceremonies. That could very well happen. The man is a professional. But what Wilson accomplishes most by selecting the ESPN equivalent of a carnival barker to present him is to marginalize his own great football career. A 50-year career that took that long to be recognized. Wilson is certainly worthy of the honor. Can you really say that about Boomer?’
Archives for June 15, 2009
Whitner ready to be safety in numbers
‘”The combo with me and Bryan (Scott) is a unique combo,” said Whitner. “Last year we did it towards the end of the season, but I was still playing nickel. We’ve been on the field together, we have good communication with each other out there, it’s just fun.”‘
Florence’s role with Buffalo in flux
‘”Drayton is athletic, he is smart, he’s been around the game a long time, he’s a hard worker, and he understands the game,” Catavolos said. “Right now he has to learn our system and be a little bit more consistent in what we ask as far as our techniques. But we’re happy to have him.”‘