‘One of his first moves as the Colts’ head coach may be to hire one of his former teammates with the Bills. According to Bob Kravitz of Indianapolis’ WTHR-TV, Reich has reached out to Don Beebe to be his wide receivers coach.’
Archives for February 2018
Bills center Eric Wood on future: “Wait and see”
‘“I’m good, I feel good,” Wood said. “I’m under contract (in Buffalo) still and I’ll do anything to help them out.”’
Bills add another staffer from Alabama
‘Tierney is the third member of the Crimson Tide staff joining the Bills along with offensive coordinator Brian Daboll and analyst William Vlachos. Vlachos and Tierney will have similar roles; offensive assistant is generally an entry-level NFL position.’
Path to the Passer: How much is Kirk Cousins worth, and should the Bills pay it?
‘A potential franchise quarterback, in the prime of his career, will be available to every NFL team, with the only cost associated being money. Granted, we’re talking a whole bunch of money, but that’s likely all it will take to land Kirk Cousins.’
Will Bills think Billy Price is right to fill center need?
‘It’s fair to think the Bills might not be in a hurry to address center. They could plug fifth-year pro Ryan Groy into Wood’s spot and be just fine, as was the case when Groy started the final seven games of 2016 after Woods suffered a season-ending broken leg. The Bills led the NFL in rushing that year. Still, it wouldn’t be a crazy idea for the Bills to draft someone who could enhance their depth at two interior-line spots, if not become an immediate starter at center or guard.’
Inside the Bills: Leonard Johnson hopes he’s found a home in Buffalo
‘“I would love, love, love to come back and be a part of this team again,” the veteran cornerback said in the visiting locker room after the Bills’ 10-3 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars in an AFC wild-card game last month. “Obviously, us making the playoff run for the first time in 17 years, we made it a standard. We showed that we can do it. The expectation is to get back here every year. There are just so many good, positive things you can take away from this season.”’
Prayers flowing in for ailing Jim, Jill Kelly
‘Prayers and well wishes have been flowing in for Buffalo Bills great Jim Kelly and his wife, Jill, who were hospitalized for separate illnesses this week.’
Buffalo Bills add another former Alabama assistant to coaching staff
‘Prior to joining Alabama’s staff, Tierney had spent the previous four seasons working for the Philadelphia Eagles.’
Teammates the Buffalo Bills could select in the first round of the 2018 NFL draft
‘Isaiah Wynn is one of the draft’s best guard prospects. Buffalo has more pressing needs to address in round one, but Wynn’s talent and the fact that Richie Incognito will be 35 when the season begins could lead to the team addressing the position earlier than expected.’
Bills hire another Alabama staffer
‘The Bills have hired Crimson Tide analyst Shea Tierney as an offensive assistant, AL.com has learned.’
Bills add former Alabama assistant Tierney to staff
‘Tierney spent the past two seasons with reigning national champion Alabama. Prior to joining the Crimson Tide, he was on the staff of the Philadelphia Eagles for four seasons.’
Jay Skurski’s Mock Draft 1.0: Bills make bold move up for quarterback
‘The Bills hold the No. 21 and No. 22 pick in the first round, with the second of those coming from Kansas City in a trade last year. As you’ll see below, though, there is a chance the Bills don’t end up making both of those picks.’
Sully’s Mailbag: No correction in QB market
‘I don’t see Taylor being here next season. Sean McDermott showed his hand when he played Nathan Peterman in LA. The Bills will likely release Taylor in March and save $15 million of his $18 million on the cap. I agree with Jay Skurski, whose first mock draft had the Bills trading their two first-rounders and more to the Colts for the No. 3 overall pick. I’m not high on Baker Mayfield, but it’s their job to identify the best prospect. If they love a guy, they need to go get him.’
Bills exec Lake Dawson reportedly has second interview with Panthers for GM job
‘Houston assistant general manager Jimmy Raye III and former Detroit general manager Martin Mayhew also have interviewed. Marty Hurney, who has been the Panthers’ interim GM, is also considered a candidate, although Hurney was placed on paid leave by the team this week after harassment allegations by his former wife.’
Daughter says Jim Kelly has gallbladder removed
‘Erin noted that her mother, Jill, has been in the hospital since Wednesday battling pneumonia and “within 24 hours my dad was in the room next to her after having to get his gallbladder removed.” Erin then asked for prayers for her family.’