‘Phillips’ combination of big numbers, football IQ and physical traits should have gotten him strong consideration in the latter part of the first round. Instead, the Bills landed him near the end of Day 2, making him one of the bigger bargain picks of the entire draft.’
Archives for May 2018
Bills’ Charles Clay hoping changes to diet will help him stay on the field
‘With the help of the Bills’ nutritionist, Clay said he has been following a diet loaded with plant-based foods and devoid of sugar. His meals include chicken and fish, but little, if any, red meat.’
Bills linebacker Lorenzo Alexander relieved that kickoffs were saved
‘”I’m glad they’re doing something outside of taking it out of the game,” Alexander said after the Bills’ organized team activity practice last week. “It was something that initially they were threatening to take away, but then they came together with a lot of the great minds who’ve played this game over the years on special teams. I think they came up with a pretty good solution.”‘
Editorial: A new stadium in play
‘As player salaries continue to rise, it will become more difficult for the Bills to maintain their profitability in future years. That is why they will eventually need a new building, with its promise of more luxury suites and club seats to sell, other new sponsorship opportunities, and physical and technological improvements to help attract a new generation of fans.’
Buffalo Bills’ Tre’Davious White named contender for top CB in NFL by PFF
‘Tre’Davious White had the highest PFF coverage grade of any of the draft prospects in his last year of college and picked up in the NFL exactly where he left off, notching an overall grade of 92.0, trailing only Hayward and winning PFF’s Rookie of the Year.’
As Nathan Peterman rotates first-team reps, he’s excited for a fresh start in 2018
‘“Yeah, I mean we’ve all been out there getting reps,” Peterman said. “I mean, it’s OTAs, (you’re) kind of working with a bunch of guys, which is good. We’ve got so many new guys on our team, so it’s good to get reps with everybody and kind of build chemistry with everybody, because you’ve got to be ready.”’
Buffalo Bills Top 20 Talents in 2018: No. 16 – CB Vontae Davis
‘At this point in Davis’ career, a switch to a zone-based scheme could be the catalyst for renewed success in the NFL. He certainly has shown the ball skills during his eight-year career, bringing in four interceptions for half of his seasons in the league. If you match the playmaking with his instincts and plus-tackling ability, he could be a dynamic fit with the Bills — especially with three top-notch players in the secondary along with him.’
Bills Today: A Buffalo Bill who made the ultimate sacrifice
‘Kalsu took that “work first, play second” mantra with him into adulthood, and gave up a promising career in the NFL for a spot on the ground in Vietnam. Named the Bills’ rookie of the year in 1968, Kalsu was the heir apparent to future Hall of Fame guard Billy Shaw. That career was cut short by shrapnel at Fire Support Base Ripchord.’
Moorman’s PUNT merges with Children’s Hospital to help more kids with cancer
‘For PUNT programming, it meant few changes. The organization is still running most of its programs, which include the New Era Locker (giveaways of gas cards, grocery cards, and parking and cafeteria vouchers to families whose children are hospitalized), an Adopt a Family holiday gift giveaway, the Helping Hands financial assistance program, and a Game Day program that provides suite tickets at New Era Field for Buffalo Bills games.’
Hyde on Edmunds: “He’s a beast.”
‘“He’s a big dude on defense,” fellow QB AJ McCarron added. “He covers a lot of ground. He’s a big dude for sure and I feel like he’s done well.”’
Bills O-linemen Dawkins and Groy pay tribute to nation’s heroes on 2018 Honor Flight
‘“Since I’ve been in the NFL, I’ve been raising money and the “My Cause, My Cleats” [funds] have been going to help veterans,” said Groy. “I’ve always just felt like that was something that I needed to do and appreciated. It was [very impactful]. I’ve never been to D.C. as far as going around and seeing the memorials, seeing the different monuments. Seeing the vets’ reaction to those was incredible. It was an incredible experience. I couldn’t be happier that I chose to do it.”‘
Inside the Bills: Children’s Hospital visit puts things in perspective for McDermott
‘“I believe that to those whom much has been given, much is expected,” McDermott said. “Listen, I’ve been very fortunate in my life. I’ve got a platform to do the right thing. Not that I’m perfect. I’m not. I’m far from it, but I have been so blessed in my life. I feel like if there’s anything that I can do just to try and help someone smile a little bit, then that’s the least I can do. And my wife as well.”’
Editorial: NFL gets proactive with new rules on kickoff plays
‘Darryl Talley, a linebacker during the Bills’ Super Bowl era in the early 1990s, has been public about health challenges he has struggled with in recent years. He and his wife, Janine, have described Talley’s mood swings, memory loss and other struggles that they attribute to CTE.’
Bills rookie LB Edmunds gets praise from teammate
‘”I would be surprised if he’s not an All-Pro player in the next two, three years. I would be surprised, really,” the 34-year-old Alexander said recently on “One Bills Live.”
Through committee work, Kim Pegula earns respect of fellow NFL owners
‘”If every owner in the league was as operationally proficient and knowledgeable as Kim is, I think we would be in a stronger place,” said Jonathan Kraft, president of the New England Patriots and son of Pats owner Robert Kraft.’