‘Buffalo Bills rookie minicamp began Friday with eight drafted players, eight undrafted free agents, 36 players on a tryout basis, and two who are considered NFL veterans, but eligible for rookie camp. ‘
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Joe B: 5 observations from Buffalo Bills rookie minicamp
‘Matched up against tryout players that were fighting for a spot on the team’s 90-man roster, the Bills’ first-round pick Ed Oliver was routinely in the backfield before a play could get started.
Tailgate debate at One Bills Drive
‘“To nickel and dime some of the best football fans in all of America, to treat them like this is unwise,” says Rep. Reed.’
Bills begin rookie minicamp
‘“They didn’t throw the whole book at us yet, so they are keeping it simple the next couple of days,” said Oliver. “Easy stuff for us to interpret and put from the class to the grass kind of helping each other when we can.”’
McDermott speaks before the start of rookie minicamp
‘Among the tiopics covered was two of the undrafted free agents from UB, quarterback Tyree Jacskon and cornerback Cam Lewis. “I think that says a lot about the program that Coach Liepold runs over at UB and the direction they’re headed, particuallerly with Tyree he’s a talented young man that’s just got through his first meetinga and walk throughs, and is about to get his first NFL pracvticve under jhis belt, so we’re anciousd to see what he can do and certainly the talent is there,” McDermott said.’
David Sills’ unique background makes him a perfect fit with the Bills
‘”I was that kid in elemantary school that didn’t have lunch because I was cutting weight for a tournament,” laughed Sills. “I’m not sure if [McDermott] knew I was a wrestler back in the day or not.”‘
Quick Hits: 3 updates from Sean McDermott’s rookie minicamp press conference
‘“The critical piece to that is we’ve had communications with Shaq and we are on the same page with where we are and how we view Shaq,” he said. “This doesn’t necessarily mean that after this year that we’re going to go our separate ways. We like where he is and the work he’s put in of late. I think the critical piece is we’re on the same page with where we are and where he is.”’
Top 5 observations from Bills rookie minicamp
‘Oliver during team periods of practice put his elite physical skill set on display early.’
LaAdrian Waddle: ‘Patriot guys definitely respect the Bills’
‘“I could do anything you want me to do. As far as physically, I feel like I can handle whatever blocking assignment I need to do. And then, as far as the mental part of the game, I’m seven years in now. I’ve seen a lot of stuff playing against a lot of guys, and I feel like I can digest the playbook well and I have a good understanding of what’s going on. So that kind of helps me play faster than, I guess, someone who doesn’t know the playbook as well without that experience.”’
QB Derek Anderson informs Bills he will retire, potentially opening roster spot for Tyree Jackson
‘As for why he decided to retire, Beane chose to let Anderson disclose that, but did say “he knows that it takes a certain amount to get himself ready, a commitment, and I told him ‘if you’re not all in, that’s not good for you or for us. Think about it.’ You don’t ever want to talk somebody out of retirement. If they’re kind of leaning … that way, that’s the best decision for them, which means it’s also the best decision for us.”‘
First-round draft pick Ed Oliver among seven drafted rookies signed by Bills
‘The lone member not to sign so far is Ole Miss tight end Dawson Knox, the team’s second third-round draft pick. All of the rookie contracts are for four years, with the Bills holding a team option for a fifth on Oliver’s deal. Rookie contracts are slotted based on draft positioning, with Oliver’s deal as the ninth overall draft pick paying him just under $20 million, according to a report from Houston Chronicle reporter Aaron Wilson.’
Bills fans: You could own a piece of New Era Field turf
‘Erie County legislators originally wanted pieces of the turf to be given away to interested youth and community sports organizations. But there’s red tape involved in giving away taxpayer-bought county assets.’
Here’s what the Bills’ 53-man roster could look like in Week 1 against the Jets
‘Offensive linemen (8) – Depth chart: Dion Dawkins, Mitch Morse, Cody Ford, Quinton Spain, Jon Feliciano, Ty Nsekhe, Spencer Long, Wyatt Teller.’
Derek Anderson retires | 3 quick thoughts on what it means for Tyree Jackson, Buffalo Bills
‘Some quarterbacks currently on the market include Cody Kessler, Josh McCown, Josh Johnson, Brock Osweiler.’
Buffalo Bills to host TE Lee Smith on free-agent visit (report)
‘In eight seasons in the league, Smith has caught 56 passes for 392 yards and seven touchdowns. Although Smith does not have much to show in his career from a receiving standpoint, he’s viewed as one of the better blocking tight ends in the league.’