‘The NFL is taking its annual draft prospect showcase to prime time for the first time. Instead of running all the on-field drills – including the ballyhooed 40-yard sprint – during the day, fans will get to watch the players work out in T-shirts and shorts at night from Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.’
Archives for February 2020
NFL Scouting Combine alters schedule, updates player drills
‘The most interesting for fans who watch the coverage — 4 to 11 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 2 to 7 p.m. Sunday — will involve the passing game.’
NFL Rumors: Bengals’ A.J. Green wants out but team expects him back – Bills should pounce if he hits market
‘Most Bills fans’ offseason wish lists have Green near or at the top. With NFL free agency set to begin in three weeks, Green has been in the news this week.’
Bills Today | NFL Network’s Daniel Jeremiah lays out this scenario for the Bills 1st 3 rounds
‘”I think they could find one of these guys outside the first round that would help them there. If you look at Buffalo, the direction they could go, I think finding an edge rusher, finding another corner, interior offensive line, that wouldn’t be a bad way to go early; you could always circle back and get yourself a wide receiver. Just comes down to whether or not they love one, if you really love one and you want to get him, go get him. But I think you can make a strong argument that they could hold off and wait on that one.”‘
Bills Mailbag: Decisions on Cody Ford, Quinton Spain create ripple effect for Bills’ draft
‘This should become clearer in the coming weeks. Free agency will provide our first indication. If the Bills bring back Quinton Spain, then the obvious plan is to keep Ford at tackle for another year and see how it goes, because they like Jon Feliciano as the other starter at guard. Spain had a good year for the Bills in 2019. If the Bills let Spain walk, it creates a domino effect.’
Robert L. Smith, legendary News photographer, shot iconic Bills, Elvis, Blizzard photos
‘Mr. Smith was a Buffalo News staff photographer from 1955 to 1996, but he also was the official team photographer for the Buffalo Bills from their founding in 1960 until 2002. He also was the official photographer for the Buffalo Braves during the entire existence of the NBA team, and worked for the Buffalo Sabres, Bisons and Stallions.’
NFL Network’s Jeremiah says it’s a good idea for Bills to wait on a receiver
‘“It just comes down to whether or not they love one. If you absolutely love one and you want to get him, go get him. But I think you could make a strong argument they could hold off and wait on that.”’
Bills’ preseason games moving to WIVB-TV
‘The agreement also gives the station the rights to exclusive Bills programming, including “The Sean McDermott Show.” Bills’ preseason games previously aired on WKBW and McDermott’s show had been on WIVB and also MSG.’
Do Buffalo Bills need to draft WR in Round 1 for immediate impact player? Here’s what Daniel Jeremiah said
‘“They can wait until the third round if they wanted to and still find guys to come in and help them this year,” said Jeremiah. “It’s so deep, so loaded. And I think that offense is another one that could use this type of a player that we just discussed of guys you can use on some of the, get them some of the bubbles, some of the easy completions, some of the fly sweeps, all that stuff. I think they could find one of these guys outside the first round that would help them there. If you look at Buffalo, the direction they could go, I think finding an edge rusher, finding another corner, interior offensive line, that wouldn’t be a bad way to go early; you could always circle back and get yourself a wide receiver. Just comes down to whether or not they love 1s, if you really love 1 and you want to get him, go get him. But I think you can make a strong argument that they could hold off and wait on that one.”’
Which free agents, rookies can help Bills’ Josh Allen? Should players be OK with new CBA terms?
‘NYUP.com’s Matt Parrino is joined by ESPN’s Marcel Louis-Jacques for almost an hour to discuss how Bills general manager Brandon Beane and coach Sean McDermott should attack this all-important offseason.’
Green Oaks retires Tre’Davious White’s No. 10 jersey
‘“I’m grateful to be in this position and pull people along,” White said. “I believe I’m in this position for a reason – God placed me in this position. He placed me in this position to be that light — so guys know it’s possible. You just have to continue to work and put God first and do all the things you’re supposed to do – be a respectful citizen, a respectful student, a respectful son or daughter.’
Bills DE Jerry Hughes has second surgery of offseason
‘The 10-year veteran has played all 16 regular-season games for eight consecutive seasons. The 31-year-old Hughes, who signed a two-year, $21 million extension prior to the 2019 season, recorded 4.5 sacks and 6 tackles for a loss in 2019.’
WIVB-TV now the official broadcast station of the Buffalo Bills
‘As part of the agreement, News 4 will broadcast Bills preseason games and has acquired exclusive rights to Bills programming, including The Sean McDermott Show.’
Hometown Hero | How Tre’Davious White showed his gratitude at high school jersey retirement ceremony
‘”It still hasn’t sunk in yet. It’s an incredible honor,” said White with a smile prior to the ceremony. “It’s something I’m going to cherish for a lifetime and to have it happen this early, is very special to me.”‘
Bills’ five potential salary-cap casualties
‘1. TE Tyler Kroft.’