Archives for January 9, 2011

‘"It is an opportunity that you look forward to because of the opportunity to work hands-on with some of the top players in the nation," said Gailey, who was an assistant under Dan Reeves when the Denver Broncos coached in the 1986 and 1989 Senior Bowls. "Anytime you can do that, you get a much better read on a guy — whether he can learn and retain, his work habit and his leadership. All of those intangibles that you can’t get off of film or in interviews."’

‘This will mark the first time since 1984 and fourth time overall that the Bills have been selected to coach the senior showcase event. Buffalo has gone 1-1-1 in its previous trips to Mobile — coaching the North squad all three times.’

‘About the only positive that could be gleaned from this year is that Dick Jauron wasn’t the coach, by Week 3 Trent Edwards wasn’t the quarterback, and his replacement, Ryan Fitzpatrick, grew one heck of an impressive beard.’

‘The college all-star game announced Saturday that Chan Gailey’s Buffalo staff would work with the South squad, while Marvin Lewis’ Cincinnati staff would head up the North team.’

‘”It is extra work on our coaches obviously, but it is a great opportunity to get an in depth look at some of the top college players coming out and available for the draft this year,” said Gailey.’

‘Here is a rundown of team and individual records that were tied, set or extended in the Bills 2010 season, courtesy of team statistician Mike Haim…’.