Archives for May 2012

‘Scott Brown: "Do you think the problems you’re suffering from are directly related to your time playing football?" Harry Jacobs: "No doubts in my mind. I never had car accidents, but I played 22 years of football. It was exciting, though I didn’t know any of this (concussion) stuff.’

‘Under Gailey, the Bills offense has improved from 30th in total offense and 28th in scoring offense in 2009 to 14th in both categories in 2011. But statistically speaking, Fitzpatrick has been an average starting quarterback the last two seasons.’

‘”If you can tell a pro why (they’re struggling) you’ve got them,” he said. “What I did with Ryan was point out where the fundamental flaws were. I would show him why the ball went behind the receiver because of where his positioning was with his feet. He either had to believe me and be convinced or not. He chose to and because of that he’ll get better.”‘

‘”We are not complete with the deal with Rogers Communications,” Brandon said Wednesday night at the 63rd Rochester Press-Radio Day of Champions Dinner. “We’re continuing to have discussions and I’m optimistic we’re going to have a deal done in the very near future, but nothing is done at this point.”‘

‘”Buddy and I both sat down with him and told him exactly what we expected, exactly the role he was going to play,” Gailey said. “Fitz is our starter. He’s our guy. We think we can win with him. We told Vince he’s going to compete with Tyler for [number] two. He handled that.”‘

‘”The fans do such a tremendous job of supporting us there is nothing better than giving back to them. Coming out, hanging out with them. Letting them know that I appreciate it and I want to do everything I can to support them as well.”‘

‘”I’m shooting for training camp,” McGee told Buffalobills.com of his return to full participation. “So hopefully I’ll be 100 percent and be able to go out there and compete for a job.”‘

‘Defensive end Kyle Moore, a three-year NFL veteran, wore No. 94 for the Bills over the last seven weeks of last season. He was added to the team in November off Detroit’s practice squad. Moore is now No. 54 for the Bills.’

‘The positive vote was expected. Both the Bills and Rogers Communications repeatedly have stated a desire to continue their partnership, and a completion of the deal is expected soon. Other NFL owners are happy to approve a measure that increases the Bills’ revenue.’

‘The source said the extension will be “significantly” less lucrative for the Bills. As a result, NFL fans in Ontario and Western New York can expect ticket prices to be “significantly reduced.” Rogers has received immense criticism for the high prices of tickets to Bills-in-Toronto games.’

‘”It’s really big for our offensive line just having continuity bringing those guys back. We have a good solid group of interior guys that have been working together for a couple of years now with a lot of us starting a bunch of games,” said Eric Wood. “We all trust each other and all know each other’s strengths and weaknesses and the numbers proved it last year.”‘

‘The Bills will not be giving up 4.8 yards a carry as they did in 2011. They will generate more than the 29 sacks they did last year. They will not be forced to blitz to get to the quarterback like they did last year when more than half of their sacks came off such pressure. I dare say they will improve on the 20 interceptions from 2011 because the front seven will be much better. Last year the Bills were No. 26 among NFL defenses. Look for a big jump in 2012 because they made the transition the right way. Take a look at the 2012 projected lineup, and it is impressive.’

‘All of it adds up to a vastly improved squad for Chan Gailey and his staff to direct.’

‘”Due to tremendous support from our 2012 season ticket holders, we are pleased to announce that New England and Kansas City regular game tickets have sold out,” said Chief Executive Officer Russ Brandon. “Season tickets and club seats remain available for all games.”‘

‘This year, Bills’ Chief Executive Officer Russ Brandon reported that season ticket renewals were coming in at the fastest pace since 1997. In addition, he said new orders were up over 4,300, some 40 percent of them within days of Williams’ signing.’