‘People can spend their money however they choose, but it would be nice if certain owners made the same commitment to winning as their fans made to them. Exhibit A: Ralph Wilson.’
Archives for July 25, 2011
Statement from Ralph C. Wilson Jr.
‘This has been a long, arduous process for everyone. But in the end, we have a deal that is fair to both our players and the teams and, at the same time, protects the integrity of our game heading into the future.’
LB Posluszny tells AP he plans to test free agency
‘Speaking to The Associated Press by phone shortly after NFL players voted to OK a deal on Monday, Posluszny said he considers the Bills to be his “top priority.” Posluszny, however, added it would be irresponsible for him to not listen to what other opportunities are out there.’
Bills and NFL will scramble as lockout ends
‘Buffalo has money to spend – reportedly just south of $40 million, depending on this year’s salary cap. And don’t assume the Bills will fill their roster on the cheap. The new CBA supposedly mandates that all teams must spend virtually 90 percent of the cap figure.’
Bills receiver Paul Hubbard charged with DWI
‘Hubbard spent much of the 2010 season on the team’s practice squad and was moved up to the active roster late in the year. He appeared in one game and had one catch.’
Bills player accused of DWI after car hits cop
‘Whelan went over to the 2008 Dodge, smelled the odor of alcohol on Hubbard’s breath and observed his eyes to be glassy, according to a police report. He then removed Hubbard from the vehicle and handcuffed him as a possible suspect in an armed robbery in the area. Less than an hour earlier, a man reported being robbed at gunpoint near the same bar where police were responding to the fight call.’
How much will run defense improve?
‘The Bills tied a dubious franchise mark last season allowing eight opponents to rush for over 200 yards against them in 2010. Their lack of effectiveness forced the defensive staff to shift back and forth between 4-3 and 3-4 looks week to week depending on the opponent. While the immediate plan is for a hybrid system to continue Bills GM Buddy Nix has said the long range outlook is to primarily be a 3-4 defensive front.’
Bills WR arested for DWI, struck a cop
‘The incident happened at approximately 4am Sunday morning in the vicinity of Chippewa and Pearl Street.’