Archives for March 2014

‘In public testimonies and in their book Without a Word, the Kellys have described how Jill became a Christian when Hunter was 2 years old. But a bitter, unfaithful Jim left the couple’s marriage seemingly doomed after Hunter’s death. During marriage counseling, he became a believer himself. Today, it’s next to impossible to find a spoken or written word by the couple that doesn’t mention God.’

‘It’s funny when you think about it. Ralph was once considered a member of the “Foolish Club” and Jim once never wanted to play here. And, somehow, “foolish” and “never wanted to” got together and made magic happen. And, as I run through the streets of our great city, I know what keeps my heavy heart going is the belief that someday, it might happen again.’

‘Donations in Wilson’s memory are being accepted by the Hospice Foundation of Western New York, the Alzheimer’s Association Greater Michigan Chapter and to St. John Hospital and Medical Center to support of the Wilson Telemonitoring Program.’

‘This year’s draft could go down as one of the deepest in recent history. Analysts have raved about the potential of the top 10-15 available players, meaning the Bills should have a few options when they pick at No. 9. Texas A&M tackle Jake Matthews and wide receiver Mike Evans have been popular projections in recent mock drafts, as has Alabama safety Ha Ha Clinton-Dix.’

‘The event will feature memorabilia, exhibits and a guestbook to allow fans to pay tribute to the Hall of Fame owner, who founded the former American Football League franchise in 1959.’

‘While it wouldn’t be out of the question for the Bills to try and move up to secure one of their targets and sacrifice an additional pick in this draft, the thought of giving up multiple future top selections for just one player, that’s not a quarterback, likely isn’t Whaley’s cup of tea.’

‘Scott Sarama, a longtime Bills fan who founded the fan website twobillsdrive.com, said that the dark cloud of potential relocation has hung over the region for so many years. While Wilson was alive, that storm on the horizon never got any closer, but it also never receded. Sarama, for one, is ready, after hearing so much speculation about the future, for the skies to finally gain some clarity.’

‘A private ceremony for Bills staff, players, coaches and NFL personnel will be announced at a later date.’

‘”I rubbed his head a little bit,” Reed said, his voice choked with emotion. “It was kind of a way for me to say, ‘Hey, Jim, we’re in your corner, we’re here. Never gonna leave you, praying for you and your family,’ that kind of stuff.”‘

‘Five other NFL cities have faced similar questions in the past eight years. In four of those instances, controlling interest in the team was passed on to surviving family members. In the other, a minority owner exercised an option to purchase controlling interest.’

‘There is a point where heartfelt reminiscences cross the line into revisionist history.’

‘”We want everyone to have a great time, but please be respectful; failure to do so will result in your being asked to leave the event.”‘

‘Donations in Wilson’s memory are being accepted by the Hospice Foundation of Western New York, the Alzheimer’s Association Greater Michigan Chapter and to St. John Hospital and Medical Center to support the Wilson Telemonitoring Program.’

‘”We all know they have a lease. We know the terms of that lease, and we also know we have to find a long-term solution to keep the Bills there,” said Goodell, who was born in Jamestown. “That’s what we’re going to continue to work to do, but that’s not our priority now in the next few days.”‘