Archives for July 2016

'While there are many worthy candidates, based on the current circumstances, these are the five players I've got my eye on to become "breakout" players in 2016.'

'“I’ve seen a lot my first year. I’m more comfortable with recognizing formations and communication with vets and other guys on the field,” Darby said. “My second year being in the same defense will help me a lot.”'

'Even though the delicate procedure was a success and Williams has been cleared to return, he’s cautiously admitted that he won’t be 100 percent sure his neck will respond favorably to the physical demands of football until the pads come on and he takes his first hit.'

'He’s not merely the son of James Wilder, a NFL great who rushed for more than 6,000 yards and 37 touchdowns. He’s not the practice-squad scrub in a state of depression. No, he’s an uber-confident, 6-foot-2, 228-pounder rocking an upside down, backward Bills visor and camouflaged shorts. He's the proud father now sprinting across this field with his daughter's kite, laughing with each stride. He’s the former No. 1 prospect in the country who really doesn’t care that his backfield in Buffalo is overcrowded.'

'At least so far, the network has a pretty good track record of reporting on Lawson's injury. When he was drafted, ESPN's Adam Schefter tweeted the following…'.

'Can Gase work his magic with Tannehill? Entering the fifth season of his career, the pressure will be on Miami's quarterback to deliver a playoff team. The 38-year-old Gase has gotten a lot of credit for his work with Tim Tebow, Peyton Manning and Jay Cutler the past five years. Tannehill has started all 64 games in his career, has more than 15,000 passing yards and 92 total touchdowns against 68 turnovers. But he's never led the Dolphins to a record better than .500.'

'"I want to go back to camp and be in shape," Enemkpali said on the John Murphy Show on Wednesday night. "I just want to let my teammates know that we're here to win a championship. I want to go out and work everyday and handle myself like a true professional on and off the field. I just want to take my preparation, eating habits, and everything to the next level each year. You know, you want to do that."'

'However, a league source familiar with Lawson’s rehab told me that although there is no specific timetable for the first-round pick’s return as of right now, they are clearly not expecting him to miss that much time, and even expressed surprise at Riddick's comments.'

'While there are some reports that the Bills are interested in signing the 31-year-old Reggie Bush to the roster, fans should look no further than Mike Gillislee in the first four games. The mid-season pickup in 2015, Gillislee performed admirably for the team when pressed into the duties of the backup running back late in the year.'

'“I think a lot now is we’re going to try to dictate what an offense does,” said Manny Lawson, who is lining up at outside linebacker. “Instead of trying to mold our defense around the opposing offense we’re going to play our style of defense. We’re going to make the opponent game plan to stop our attack. You’re going to have to stop our attack to run or pass the ball.”'

'This offseason, the Bills filled up the roster with fresh faces. New talent on the field will contribute to the team’s efforts to come out on top this year. While the defense is focusing on turning a complete 180, the offense wants to piggyback off of the same success they achieved last year as the No. 1 rushing team in the league. Having the rookies on their side will give the Bills the push they need to hopefully get over the playoff hump this season. But who will play the biggest roles in that effort?'

'The defense could potentially start as many three rookies next season and that could spell growing pains for the Bills if that’s indeed the case. It’s probably also worth watching how Taylor grows in his second season as the man in Buffalo and whether or not opposing defenses figure out a blueprint to slow down the dual-threat quarterback.'

'"Feeling good, healthy, nothing's bothering me. Just really prepared for whatever they do. I don't know what the situation is, but if they throw me out there, I just want to be prepared if they do. That's all I can do is prepare for it."'

'If they sign Bush, the Bills will have employed the top three picks of the 2006 draft, and five of the top 10. Mario Williams was the top pick in the ’06 draft. Bush was second. Vince Young, who competed for the Bills’ backup quarterback job in 2012 but was cut late in camp, was No. 3 overall.'

'If you want to add a veteran, let’s talk about receiver Anquan Boldin. He’ll be 36 in October. He’s probably waiting for what he feels is the ideal situation. It might not be Buffalo. But Boldin was superb under Greg Roman with the Niners in 2013 and 2014. He had 69 catches last season.'