About becoming a head coach: "Am I encouraged? Yes, possibly," Lewis said Thursday of his prospects of moving up. "When that comes, we will look toward that. It’s something I can’t worry about now. Right now, I am just trying to keep my players’ attention, and my attention, on the task at hand."
BillsBeat - January 19, 2001
Capers, Texans close to finalizing deal
‘Capers agent, Jimmy Sexton, arrived in Houston on Thursday evening for contract negotiations. The two sides met late into the night and, barring a breakdown, an agreement could be reached as early as today. A news conference has been tentatively scheduled for Monday. He appears set to take the Texans’ job without even meeting with the Bills.’
Redskins zero in on Cottrell
‘A chance to be the Washington Redskins’ defensive coordinator appears extremely close for Buffalo Bills coordinator Ted Cottrell. The only question is whether he would give up his seemingly remote shot to be a head coach.’
Does Cottrell have spot in Bills' future?
‘The question, of course, is Cottrell’s future in Buffalo. Certainly he could still be named head coach, though, historically general managers prefer to hire people with whom they’ve worked previously and Donahoe’s other three candidates fit that description.’
Redskins Ponder Cottrell, 3-4 Setup
‘The Bills had the NFL’s third-ranked defense this past season while using a 3-4 alignment, and Schottenheimer said of the system that Cottrell might use if he is hired: "You might look to what Buffalo has done, because that’s what he’s most familiar with."’
Tonawanda student proud of anti-Wade Web site
‘But DeLucia, a 14-year-old student at Tonawanda Junior High, is the Web master for www.wademustgo.com a protest site that has had Phillips in its target sights all season.’
No clues in search for missing Attica man
‘With an assist from former Buffalo Bills quarterback Jim Kelly, authorities are planning to step up efforts to find a missing 25-year-old Attica man.’
Bills have permission to interview Capers
‘Jaguars spokesman Dan Edwards said the permission was granted Wednesday but he didn’t know when Capers planned to meet with Bills general manager Tom Donahoe, currently attending the Senior Bowl in Mobile, Ala.’
BillsBeat - January 18, 2001
Ranking the free agents
Eric Moulds (#1 WR), Steve Christie (#4 K), Marcus Spriggs (#3 OT) & Marcellus Wiley (#4 DE) are all listed. According to this report, the Bills are listed at $13.9 million over the salary cap (4th most in the NFL).
New revenue sharing plan
‘The NFL owners have approved a new revenue sharing plan which shares equally visitor gate receipts. Buffalo owner Ralph Wilson said realignment still won’t be easy, but that pooling visitors’ revenues will be helpful.’
Rivalry over geography (NFL Realignment)
‘AFC East: Buffalo, New England, Miami and the New York Jets. The Dolphins, you ask? They have been around for a long time and have clout.’
Bills plan talk with Capers
‘"A couple of guys I want to talk to are still playing," Donahoe said. "So we have to be patient."’
Redskins concentrate on defensive coaches
‘Hiring Cottrell could prove difficult. He has been linked to the top jobs in Buffalo and Houston. Cottrell might be tied up another two weeks before those jobs are resolved, and Schottenheimer said he won’t wait long for any candidate’s decision.’
Redskins to Interview Cottrell for Defense
‘Ted Cottrell is scheduled to interview with Washington Redskins Coach Marty Schottenheimer today at Redskins Park… his only two candidates to succeed Ray Rhodes as the Redskins’ defensive coordinator are Cottrell and former Arizona Cardinals coach Vince Tobin.’
Vick Teams With Jim Kelly
Michael Vick signed a contract with Kelly Enterprises today. Kelly Enterprises will provide exclusive marketing services, such as endorsement deals and public relation events. Jim’s brother, Dan, will handle contract negotiations along with the Joel Enterprises firm.