Archives for March 11, 2014

‘A deal with Carpenter figures to be a bit easier to execute. The Bills were not allowed to sign Carpenter before today’s start of the new league year, because he played last year on a one-year veteran minimum deal that gave the Bills salary cap relief.’

‘Bills quarterback EJ Manuel needs all the help he can get after struggling through his rookie season.’

‘Two people familiar with a portion of the Bills’ contract offer said Byrd stood to make about $30 million over the first three seasons of a multiyear deal. The full length and value of the contract – including guaranteed money – were not revealed.’

‘According to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com, three other teams in the NFL have shown real interest in potentially bringing Jairus Byrd in as their top safety. The report lists the Miami Dolphins, Cleveland Browns and Washington Redskins as those that are attempting to rope in Byrd.’

‘What are some of the positions that Buffalo might be interested in? Here are some of the areas the Bills may be looking to target…’

‘Bogardus will enter his first season in the NFL coaching ranks after spending the past three seasons with Ball State as a graduate assistant. He began his time with the Cardinals in 2011 as a football operations graduate assistant before working as a defensive graduate assistant in 2012 and 2013.’

‘Kelly underwent surgery last June to remove cancerous cells in his jaw. At the time, chemotherapy and radiation treatment were not necessary.’

‘The last thing a struggling team needs is to give away the competitive advantage of a home game … no matter how much it earns for that concession.’