Archives for April 14, 2017

'If things truly are different and if everyone is buying into his higher standards and accountability, then there shouldn't be any doubt about whether that's the case.'

'An NFL source told The News that no one at One Bills Drive, including McDermott, seemed the least bit concerned about McCoy not being there on April 3. Nevertheless, having him show up this week undoubtedly will go a long way toward calming any angst that he might be unhappy with the team in some way.'

'The Bills are hardly locked in with a starter at right tackle. Jordan Mills is the incumbent and the front-runner for the job at the moment. Cyrus Kouandjio is among other competitors.'

'If the Patriots offer Gillislee a contract and the Bills decided not to match the deal – as was the case last year with wide receiver Chris Hogan – the Pats would owe them a fifth-round draft pick.'

'His career numbers don't show tremendous production, but that's because the Crimson Tide offense doesn't make extensive use of the tight end as a receiver. Howard is an exceptionally gifted athlete with great speed, agility, body control, and acceleration after the catch. He does a superb job of tracking the ball in the air and using his reliable hands to snatch it away from his body. Howard has an extremely wide catch radius.'

'"Dan Rooney is one of the true pioneers and pillars of the National Football League and deserves a lot of the credit for the success that our sport has enjoyed for a very long time. On top of that, he was as classy and nice of a man you will ever come across.'

'The cornerback put together quite the successful career at West Georgia. The team's website noted that Sayles started in 46-of-47 games in his four-year career. He recorded 12 interceptions in four seasons, including a career-high five interceptions this season, with 36 passes defensed. He also holds the team's record for kick blocks with 13.'

'Nate Peterman isn't a sleeper in the traditional sense. The Pittsburgh quarterback is well known in draft circles and is considered by some the best of the second tier of quarterbacks. If the Bills pass on a quarterback with the No. 10 pick, Peterman could be in play on the second or third day of the draft. He has more experience playing under center than most in this class but lacks the physical tools and developmental upside of other prospects.'

'Bolles, 24, spent two years away from football after high school. He transferred to Utah from Snow College. Despite only playing one season at Utah, Bolles' athleticism and footwork has him among the top tackles in this year's draft class.'

'New England signed Rex Burkhead in free agency, but continue to show interest in adding additional running backs. The Patriots have met with Adrian Peterson and are supposedly interested in re-signing LeGarrette Blount.'

'The Buffalo Bills have added pieces in free agency, from recent signing of depth quarterback TJ Yates to addressing holes on the defense with signing such as defensive back Micah Hyde. Still, the Bills have more to fill and have at least six more players en route to Buffalo via the draft.'

'Worst Pick: Aaron Maybin, first round, 2009. Sadly, there are so many flops from which to choose.'

'While exercising the option seems like a slam-dunk by most analysts and observers (and I still believe the Bills will ultimately do it), I’m told the reason the team has yet to decide is because the option is guaranteed against injury. Since the Clemson product entered the league in 2014 he’s had numerous ailments that have kept him off the field. He’s missed 11 games the past two seasons, including eight last year after breaking a bone in his foot and is currently recovering from a second surgery he had in January to repair that foot.'

'‚ÄãAs it stands right now, the 51st salary on the roster is CB Kevon Seymour's $565,089. The next-lowest salary is $540K, which is the amount of a veteran minimum deal for a player with exactly one year experience. So, essentially, any player signed to more money than that right now will count for his normal cap hit minus $540K, since that $540K will then fall below the top-51 threshold. Once a new threshold is established the player will count his cap number less that new amount.'

'S Jamal Adams, LSU.'