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"I could have tested the market, but I wanted to stay in Buffalo. I think we have the personnel and talent to go far this season," Moulds says. "I want to be a part of it. I want to be there when we get to the Super Bowl."
BillsBeat - July 17, 2001
Holecek to visit Jets, others interested
Clayton\’s Quick Hits:
Holecek is drawing considerable interest. The Jets plan to have him visit Tuesday. He\’s also drawn interest from the Colts, Chargers and Patriots.
Bills tickets a hot item
‘Only single-seat tickets remain for the Buffalo Bills’ Sept. 9 home opener against the New Orleans Saints, the team said. The team previously announced that the September 30 game vs. the Pittsburgh Steelers is sold out.’
Softer schedule will help Bills
‘I don’t rate the Bills among the legitimate Super Bowl XXXVI contenders, but I do believe they are a slightly above average NFL team playing in a slightly below average division.’
BillsBeat - July 16, 2001
Judge on Best Offseason moves
8. TOM DONAHOE TO BUFFALO
You know what I like about the Bills’ GM? He’s not afraid to make the tough decision. He inherited a team divided between two quarterbacks who polarized the club and city, and he wasted no time letting one of them go.
I thought Buffalo was in trouble when it canned John Butler. It would have been if Donahoe wasn’t around.
Holecek got blindsided in a cut-throat business
‘Surely, Cowart knew it would weaken Holecek’s standing with the team if Cowart got the middle linebacker’s job. Holecek was making too much money ($1.25 million base) to be a backup, and he lacked the speed to play outside in the Bills’ revamped defense.’
BillsBeat - July 15, 2001
Cowart stunned by axing of Holecek
‘"I was very surprised when I first heard the news," Cowart said from his off-season home in Jacksonville, Fla. "Anytime you lose someone you play next to and bond with, it’s a tough thing."’
Reality check: Bills may have trouble reaching .500 in 2001
‘I, too, am impressed with Donahoe and Williams. Nevertheless, let’s allow a smidgen of reality to seep in here.’
BillsBeat - July 14, 2001
Bills anticipate increase in season-ticket sales
‘The Buffalo Bills say season-ticket sales are progressing nicely. While the team doesn’t have an exact figure, it is optimistic about exceeding the totals of the past two seasons.’
Holecek shocked by release from the Bills
‘"The way I’ve been treated, everything I went through wasn’t worth it," he said.’
Reminder: Bills single-game tickets go on sale this Saturday
‘The Buffalo Bills are reminding fans that single-game tickets for 2001 will go on sale to the general public this Saturday, July 14th beginning at 9:00 AM.’
BillsBeat - July 13, 2001
Holecek released in a cost-cutting move
y cutting Holecek the team saves just over $2 million dollars on this year’s cap and almost $1.5 million on next year’s cap.
Buchsbaum on Holecek\'s release
\’He\’s a scheme-oriented player, a great team guy, a super individual, high class, team-oriented and everything else. But as the fourth LB [in a 4-3], where he can flow to the ball and use his great instincts and intangibles, he\’s a terrific player. He\’s just couldn’t be as effective in the 4-3.\’
One-team veterans becoming something to savor
One-team veterans becoming something to savor; Hansen and Jones are some of few veterans who remain with one team for 10 years.
Release leaves Holecek with bitter taste
‘"I think Gregg Williams is going to be a great coach and he has a terrific staff. But I can foresee some problems with the general manager and the coach because there’s not a lot of honesty coming from the general manager position."’