‘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.’
Archives for May 2021
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.”‘
Bills add another offensive weapon, select WR Marquez Stevenson in 6th round of 2021 NFL Draft
‘Stevenson, 5’10”, is a versatile player who spent four seasons with the Cougars. He finished his four-year career with 147 catches for 2,269 yards and 27 touchdowns and on the ground, had 26 rushing attempts for 231 yards and two touchdowns. He also played a role on special teams, returning 34 kickoffs for 889 yards and three touchdowns.’
Bills add Pittsburgh safety Damar Hamlin in sixth round
‘While with Pitt, Hamlin recorded 275 tackles, six interceptions, two interceptions, and 21 passes defended in 46 games. Hamlin earned All-ACC Second-Team honors in 2020.’
Bills add much needed CB depth, draft Rachad Wildgoose in 6th round
‘”They like my versatility,” Wildgoose said about the Bills coaches he spoke to. “They told me to keep working because when I get to the league, I have to be prepared to make a difference. I’m just so grateful.”‘
Bills wrap up 2021 Draft by adding another lineman, take OG Jack Anderson in 7th round
‘Anderson, 6’4″ and 314 lbs, appeared in 38 games for the Texas Tech Red Raiders, and was a day-one starter. His first collegiate accolade came in his freshman year when he was named a freshman All-American by both ESPN and USA Today. He was a two-year All Big-12 selection and 2021 senior bowl selection.’
Bills GM Brandon Beane speaks following 2021 NFL Draft
‘The next item on the docket for the front office is fifth year options; they have to make a decision on quarterback Josh Allen & linebacker Tremaine Edmunds by Monday.’
Bills take another OT drafting Tommy Doyle out of Miami (OH) in the 5th round
‘The Bills are locked in with their starters as they all return for the 2021 season but there is a spot open for a swing tackle since Ty Nsekhe signed with the Cowboys in free agency.’
Bills sixth-round draft pick Marquez Stevenson reunites with Tre’Davious White and Ed Oliver
‘“I met him when I was real young and I’ve been following his path ever since he went to high school to LSU now to Buffalo so I’ve been following his path for a long time and I know I’ve been around him a lot of time also,” Stevenson said.’