‘”He’s a playmaker. He’s a guy that creates field position and scores points,” said Bills GM Buddy Nix. “He’s exciting. We need some excitement, somebody that can make a big play and create some things on their own.”‘
Archives for April 23, 2010
Bills select Clemson RB Spiller with No. 9 pick
‘The Bills overlooked needs at offensive line and quarterback in selecting Spiller. His arrival leaves in question the future of Marshawn Lynch, the subject of trade speculation this offseason.’
A Big Day for C.J.
‘Spiller is coming off an ACC player of the year campaign when he gained 1,715 yards from scrimmage. He was the only player in the Football Bowl Subdivision to score in every game last fall. NFL evaluators like his versatility, scoring a touchdown five different ways. Spiller set an NCAA record with his seventh career kick return for a touchdown this fall.’
Bills soak up C.J. Spiller with ninth pick
‘Spiller is the best back in the draft, but he seems like more of a luxury for a club that has two players who have rushed for more than 1,000 yards. The Bills passed on Iowa tackle Bryan Bulaga, Tennessee nose tackle Dan Williams and Notre Dame quarterback Jimmy Clausen.’