Archives for April 2017

'"Robinson could go higher than expected in this draft; Carolina, Cincinnati, and Buffalo all had him in for visits. The Alabama tackle's strength at the point of attack is tough to ignore."'

'If they want to move forward with Taylor at quarterback, they will need to get him some weapons. Sammy Watkins is a talented wideout, but he missed 11 games in the last two seasons. So a more reliable receiver could help.'

'“I was working hard, training every day and really just wanted an opportunity,” said Yarbrough, who’s currently at around 250 pounds. “When the Bills called, I was definitely excited. … The team is awesome. It’s a first-class organization and really, really great players and great locker room. I couldn’t ask for a better situation.”'

'Scenario’s aside, here are three teams that could be contacting Doug Whaley and company to swap first round picks.'

'“I spent a lot of time keeping my feet and hips in line with my target and being able to deliver when my feet aren’t always set or deliver in awkward positions or on the move with a rusher coming at you,” Jones said.'

'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.'