Archives for March 9, 2017

'Juszczyk, although listed at fullback, is a hybrid at the position, and can also play tight end. With Felton being a free agent and Nick O'Leary serving as the current second tight end, there is a crying need at both positions, and Juszczyk fills both of them.'

'Ducasse worked with Bills offensive line coach Juan Castillo last year in Baltimore and could even be a candidate to play right tackle for Buffalo in 2017. The Bills have yet to announce that move, either.'

'Tolbert comes to Buffalo after spending the past five seasons with the Carolina Panthers. A 5-9, 250-pound Coastal Carolina product, Tolbert originally entered the league in 2008 with the San Diego Chargers. Tolbert has appeared in 131 games, starting 44, while compiling 630 carries for 2,402 yards and 33 rushing touchdowns to go along with 203 catches for 1,783 yards and 12 touchdowns receiving.'

'“We’ve had some very good productive, healthy conversations and he’s been first class the whole way,” said McDermott. “This thing shaped up the right way.”'

'His contract ran through the 2018 season.'

'Schmidt had a gross punting average of 42.4 yards last season, his second with the Bills. He also had 20 punts downed inside the 20 as Buffalo ranked sixth in the league in punt coverage in 2016.'

'"We are excited about the opportunity to keep Tyrod with the Bills,” said McDermott. “I've gotten a chance to know Tyrod and study him over the past several weeks and he is both a great person and competitor. Doug (Whaley) and I are confident this was best move for the Bills at this time."'

'"People say I'm a one-hit wonder, that I've never done those things before this past season, but it's the first time I've been asked to do them," Alexander said. "So now I get to hit the market, and look: You don't need to wine and dine me. The contract you offer is going to show me how much you love me. I don't need to go to dinner. I don't need a tour. I don't need to see the city. Just show me the offer."'