‘Middle linebacker Kelvin Sheppard, a second-year pro from LSU slated to start in Buffalo’s new 4-3 scheme, reported for organized team activities a good 10 pounds lighter than the 248 pounds he was listed at as a rookie. At his current weight, he said he feels “more comfortable and more explosive.” Said Sheppard: “I’m not 260 right now I can tell you that, like when I came into training camp last year. I just know what’s expected of me now. I know in the 4-3 defense you don’t have to be at 255-260. You have to be able to go sideline-to-sideline in this defense and be able to cover the receivers and tight ends up the seam. I’m just a lot more familiar. I know my body and I know what I need to do.”‘