‘“In terms of grades, now this is the grade I had on them coming out, not what they’ve done. I have (Sam) Darnold with the highest grade. Then it was (Josh) Rosen, then it was (Baker) Mayfield, and then I gave the same grade to Josh Allen as my fourth quarterback last year as I gave to Kyler Murray this year,” Jeremiah said. “So they would be tied for my fourth, and then I would have Haskins behind them and then Lamar Jackson would be behind him. So that would be the order I have stacking those guys in with last year’s class based purely off the grade.”’
Archives for February 27, 2019
Bills beef up analytics department
‘A team spokesman confirmed Tuesday that the organization has hired Dr. Dennis Lock as the team’s director of football research and strategy. Lock previously worked as the Miami Dolphins’ director of analytics since 2015, building that department from the ground up.’
Three Pegula Sports and Entertainment executives out after latest shakeup
‘”Obviously, it feels like there’s a bit of instability there,” said Tim Maynes, an assistant professor of organization and human resources at the University at Buffalo.’
So many players, so many needs: Bills go into NFL Scouting Combine with eyes wide open
‘What the combine provides coaches such as Sean McDermott and general managers such as Brandon Beane is the chance to gauge and compare the players in a similar environment. Everything is the same in Indianapolis — same watches timing the 40-yard dash and the cone shuttle, same 225-pound bar on the bench press rack, same benign indoor conditions for the quarterbacks to throw and receivers to run routes and catch, and, most importantly, it’s the same, unbiased medical experts examining the players.’
Bengals shopping John Ross: 8 reasons Buffalo Bills should pull off trade for WR
‘Wide receiver is among the Bills’ biggest needs heading into the offseason. Robert Foster and Zay Jones are the only two receivers on the roster that seem like sure bets to make the team in 2019. Buffalo can address one of their biggest areas of weakness before free agency or the draft.’
2019 NFL Draft: 10 potential outcomes for the Buffalo Bills at No. 9
‘Let’s look at 10 potential outcomes involving 10 players the Bills could target and how they can get them.’
Parent company of Bills, Sabres shakes up executive staff
‘CEO and President Kim Pegula says the changes come after she had been “continuously evaluating our organizations” since assuming her current title in May. Pegula says the positions will be filled as deemed necessary.’
Pegula Sports and Entertainment let go of three executives
‘Departing are COO Bruce Popko, EVP and Sabres CAO Brent Rossi, and EVP Erica Muhleman.’
Joe B: 5 Buffalo Bills thoughts heading into the NFL Combine
‘If you polled Bills fans that paid close attention during the 2018 season, the response to ‘biggest need position on the roster’ would garner quite a few votes for wide receiver.’
Catching up with Shreveport’s Tre’Davious White
‘While Tre’Davious never actually played hockey at Hirsch Coliseum, or ever, the Buffalo Bill is doing just fine in his new home, “That city and that town, they love and celebrate grit more than anything. You show that you want to be there and you show that you love the town and you’re going to give your all for Buffalo Bills Football, they’re going to support you and love you like you’re one of their own. I consider that home now.”‘
What They’re Saying: National analysts predict the Bills make these moves in free agency
‘“I think they’ve been looking to this offseason all along,” said Barnwell. “All the moves they’ve made over the last two seasons were about clearing out cap space and getting rid of contracts from guys from years past who they didn’t feel were very effective. They’ve got their quarterback in Josh Allen. This offseason is about getting the pieces around Josh Allen. They’ve going to have to add receivers. The offensive line is going to be a point of attention for them.”’
Bills Today: NFL Combine kicks off today for the Bills and these WNY prospects
‘Western New York will be represented, not only by the Bills in attendance, but also by local talent. From the University at Buffalo, quarterback Tyree Jackson and wide receiver Anthony Johnson will take part in the process as well as former Canisius high school running back, Pittsburgh’s Qadree Ollison.’