"I think Denver has shown it doesn’t matter who the running back is," Bills’ offensive coordinator Mike Sheppard told the Buffalo News. "Olandis Gary does a great job when Terrell Davis goes out. I think it’s just a matter of getting quality people and players that are smart guys that understand what you’re trying to do. Does one guy have to be the guy? I don’t think so."
BillsBeat - June 26, 2001
recap of Ruben brown Motorcycle Run
Over 500 bikers participated in the event benefitting Salvation Army with former Bills quarterback, Jim Kelly and current tight end, Sheldon Jackson among the crowd. Riders paid $25 per person or $35 per couple.
Johnson and Moulds head to work - on the beach
Two Bills will join the millions of Americans heading to the beach over the next month, but will be working on much more than their tans.
BillsBeat - June 25, 2001
This week in Buffalo Bills History
‘June 25, 1977: Bills veteran backup quarterback Sam Wyche announced his retirement from professional football.’
Two similar teams meet for right to move on
‘The third of four Super Bills quarterfinals will be played Monday, with two similar squads taking the field against each other in a game that will likely confuse the press and fans alike as two teams just three years apart meet for the right to fight on for the title of best Bills team in history.’
Tom Donahoe answers e-mails
‘We’ve talked in detail about a surface called "SportTurf." It’s almost a combination. It looks like grass, but it’s more artificial. Seattle played on it last year at the University of Washington, and it got rave reviews from their players and the visiting teams’ player. The surface was a good surface to play on, so we’re going to look into it.’
Scout work before camp trips
The Boston Globe reviews the teams that helped themselves the most this offseason. Bills rank #9.
‘The Bills are not in the top 10 in talent but they’re better than last year’s record, and new coach Gregg Williams has them working overtime for the first time in years.’
Moulds believes in QB Johnson, new system
Bills receiver and two-time Pro Bowl player Eric Moulds hasn’t let his rich new contract spoil him. Moulds, who signed a six-year, $40 million contract this offseason, has been one of the most active participants in the team’s voluntary offseason conditioning program. Moulds usually spends his offseasons near his home in New Orleans but recognized the importance of buying into the new system.
BillsBeat - June 24, 2001
Lewis harbors no ill feelings over being bypassed
Very last item on page:
Fingers of blame were pointed by several black assistant coaches within the NFL at Donohoe for not hiring Baltimore defensive coordinator Marvin Lewis as the team’s coach after the Ravens won the Super Bowl. Lewis finally has made it clear to Donohoe that he harbors no ill feelings over being bypassed
BillsBeat - June 23, 2001
Bills sign Georgia lineman Jennings for 4 years
The deal includes a signing bonus of $450,000 and base salaries of $209,000 (2001), $298,000 (2002), $389,000 (2003) and $418,000 (2004). The 2001 cap value is $321,500. It is only the second contract beyond the second round this year to be for more than three years.
Spoon adjusting to Buffalo
‘Linebacker Brandon Spoon made his wife and and nine-week old daughter, Avery, a little happier last week when he signed his contract with the Bills.’
Marv Levy Answers Emails
‘This week, buffalobills.com interviewed Bills former head coach and soon to be Pro Football Hall of Famer Marv Levy.’
BillsBeat - June 22, 2001
Bills sign Jonas Jennings
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — The Buffalo Bills have three of their 12 draft picks left to sign after agreeing to a deal Friday with tackle Jonas Jennings.
Still unsigned are Buffalo’s top three selections, including first-rounder Nate Clements.
Backfield Shakeup
‘ESPN’s Chris Mortensen discussing Antowain Smith and the loss of Ted Cotrell.’
Anchor in the storm
‘[Tyrone] Robertson, the kid who had passed through so much fire, is now a man who feels blessed to be even in this position. It seems as if he’s lived a hundred lives to get here, often times experiencing more than his 21 years would suggest.’