‘“Aggression is something I can tap into,” he said. “Aggression is a big part of football. It’s the last gladiator sport. Aggression plays a big role into the player I am.”’
Archives for May 2, 2021
Speedy Wisconsin CB Rachad Wildgoose completes journey from Northwestern to NFL Draft
‘Wildgoose was only a three-star prospect, according to the 247Sports.com composite rankings, but he cracked the Badgers’ starting lineup as a freshman. After starting seven games in 2018, Wildgoose started eight more as a sophomore in 2019, then two as a junior in 2020 before his shoulder injury prematurely ended his career.’
Eagles grab McPhearson, Bills take Anderson in NFL Draft
‘Anderson was the first guard taken by Buffalo, though the Bills used third- and fifth-round picks on offensive tackles. As a 38-game starter at Tech, Anderson earned freshman all-America recognition in 2017, second-team All-Big 12 in 2018 and first-team All-Big 12 in 2020.’
Texas Tech Red Raiders selections on Day 3 of the NFL draft, players who signed as undrafted free agents
‘In a system that has seen a myriad of big-name quarterbacks, Anderson’s commitment still stands as Texas Tech’s highest-rated offensive recruit of all time.’
Buffalo Bills excited to add Northside grad Carlos Basham Jr.
‘The Buffalo Bills were planning to trade away their second-round draft pick. But with Carlos Basham Jr. still available, the Bills scrapped that plan.’
Buffalo draft pick Spencer Brown pays respect to ‘Bills Mafia’ by jumping through table
‘By the looks of Brown’s excitement in the video, he’s hyped to be blocking for quarterback Josh Allen in the future.’
Draft Over, Bills Face Decision On Allen, Edmunds’ Contracts
‘Beane has until Monday to make two critical decisions in determining whether to commit some $35 million in combined salary to pick up the fifth-year options for quarterback Josh Allen and middle linebacker Tremaine Edmunds.’
Bills select tackle Tommy Doyle in fifth round of 2021 NFL Draft
‘Doyle stands in at 6-foot-8 and 320 pounds, adding to the bulking stature of Brown, who is also listed at 6-foot-8 and 311 pounds. He showed up to college at 6-foot-7 and 270 pounds, having not played much on the offensive line before. With his imposing frame, Doyle said he’s a player who’s always going to give it his all.’
Bills select wide receiver Marquez Stevenson with 203rd pick in 2021 NFL Draft
‘Stevenson amassed quite a versatile college resume in his four seasons playing for the Cougars. As a receiver, he hauled in 147 receptions for 2,269 receptions, good for 17th and 13th in program history, respectively. His 22 touchdown catches are nothing to scoff at, as well.’
Bills select safety Damar Hamlin with 212th pick in 2021 NFL Draft
‘The native of McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania was selected as a red-shirt senior out of Pittsburgh, where he put up respectable numbers with the Panthers. In 46 career games in college, Hamlin registered 275 total tackles, 10 of which coming for loss, while also defending 21 passes, collecting six interceptions and recovering a fumble.’
Bills select cornerback Rachad Wildgoose with 213th pick in 2021 NFL Draft
‘During his 24 games with the Badgers, Wildgoose recorded 57 tackles, one interception, 14 passes defended and three fumble recoveries. Wildgoose elected to forgo the 2020 season due to COVID-19 restrictions, and his 2019 season was cut off early due to a broken scapula in his shoulder.’
Bills select guard Jack Anderson in seventh round of 2021 NFL Draft
‘The 6-foot-4, 314-pound guard played a total of 38 games with the Red Raiders in four years, starting immediately at guard as a true freshman in 2017. As a junior, Anderson played the first three games in 2019 before missing the rest of the season due to a shoulder injury.’
Beane envisions roles for 2021 draft class
‘“I think we’ve got guys that are going to be part of the equation in 2021,” Beane said in his post-draft Zoom conference call. “Gregory Rousseau, Carlos Basham, I’m not going to promise either one of them the starting job, but they’ll have an opportunity to start and I expect them to be a part of the gameday rotation. Spencer Brown will come in there and compete. I’m not saying he’s going to win a starting job but he’s an injury away from being in the game. … Some of these moves are long term but there’s a lot that will have an impact on the 2021 season.”’
Opinion: Capaccio: Bills make draft a Big One
‘In fact, offensive tackles Spencer Brown and Tommy Doyle, both standing 6-foot-8, and defensive end Greg Rousseau, at 6-foot-7, are now the three tallest players on the roster.’
Bills add more depth to their offensive line, draft OT Tommy Doyle in 5th round of 2021 NFL Draft
‘”I’m just really excited to get in there, compete, and earn the respect of my teammates,” Doyle said. “I’m excited for the competition at that position. I just want to try and help the team win.”‘