Former Bills QB Kemp battling cancer
(Wed, 07 Jan 2009 13:36:01 PST)
Jack Kemp, the former Buffalo Bills quarterback and Republican vice-presidential candidate, has been diagnosed with cancer.

Ex-Buffalo Bill, HUD secretary Kemp has cancer
(Wed, 07 Jan 2009 11:49:28 PST)
The office of Jack Kemp says the former housing secretary, congressman and Buffalo Bills quarterback has been diagnosed with cancer. A statement issued in Buffalo, N.Y., says Kemp is undergoing tests to assess the origin of the disease and the best treatment. The statement issued Wednesday did not disclose the type of cancer.

10-Pack: Jump on the NFL coaching carousel
(Tue, 06 Jan 2009 19:27:08 PST)
This week, instead of taking a look at 10 story lines regarding the games that were played over the weekend,...

Bruce Smith, Rod Woodson first-time HOF finalists
(Tue, 06 Jan 2009 15:18:59 PST)
Career sacks leader Bruce Smith, Rod Woodson, Shannon Sharpe and John Randle are among the 15 finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame, the only first-year eligible players to make the final round this year. Joining them will be two contributors: former commissioner Paul Tagliabue and Buffalo Bills owner Ralph Wilson, as well as two senior nominees selected last August by the Senior Committee:...

Bills QB Edwards may need shoulder surgery
(Tue, 06 Jan 2009 12:19:04 PST)
Buffalo Bills quarterback Trent Edwards had an MRI exam on his throwing shoulder Tuesday and is seeking outside medical opinions to see if surgery is required.

Bills Team Report
(Mon, 05 Jan 2009 19:48:21 PST)

Bills owner Ralph Wilson has spoken. Continuity wins out over an overhaul.

That means he will honor the three-year contract extension he secretly—and, some would argue, prematurely—awarded head coach Dick Jauron back in October when the team shot out to a 5-1 start. The Bills stumbled and lost eight of their last 10 games.

After a meeting with Jauron at his suburban Detroit home last Tuesday and after consulting with chief operating officer Russ Brandon and lead personnel man Tom Modrak, Wilson announced his decision on Jauron in a three-paragraph statement.

It brought to an abrupt end speculation that the 90-year-old Wilson would eat Jauron's contract and dismiss Jauron, whose popularity among the fan base has plummeted after three consecutive 7-9...

Mo' money, mo' problems: The Ko Simpson story
(Mon, 05 Jan 2009 09:33:25 PST)
So, how was everyone's New Year's Eve? Good, I trust? Party hats, legal beverages, a little smoochie-woochie at...

On Pat Tillman and the Hall of Fame
(Mon, 05 Jan 2009 08:39:09 PST)
Cris Collinsworth broached the idea on Saturday that former Arizona Cardinals safety Pat Tillman belongs in the...

'Hot and healthy' flies out the playoff window
(Mon, 05 Jan 2009 03:51:00 PST)
The Cardinals and Chargers proved that regular-season marks and what we think we know can be irrelevant.

Bills safety Simpson arrested outside SC bar
(Fri, 02 Jan 2009 15:50:31 PST)
Buffalo Bills safety Ko Simpson was arrested outside a bar in his hometown of Rock Hill after he refused to leave officers alone as they arrested another man, according to a police report. Simpson was in a car that was speeding through the parking lot of the Celebrations bar around 2 a.m. New Year's Day.

Bills' Ko Simpson arrested
(Fri, 02 Jan 2009 13:51:02 PST)
ROCK HILL, South Carolina (Ticker) -- Buffalo Bills safety Ko Simpson was arrested early Thursday morning on a charge of hindering a police investigation.

As teams search for coaches, Shanahan joins list
(Tue, 30 Dec 2008 16:04:36 PST)
NFL teams searching for coaches saw a big name stunningly burst onto their radar screens. The Denver Broncos fired Mike Shanahan, the league's second-longest tenured coach, on Tuesday after 14 seasons that included Super Bowl titles in 1998 and '99. But the Broncos blew a three-game lead in their division with three games to go this season to miss the playoffs.

Buffalo Bills retain coach Jauron
(Tue, 30 Dec 2008 15:40:41 PST)
Bills coach Dick Jauron will return next season after team owner Ralph Wilson decided a shake up wasn't necessary despite a third consecutive 7-9 finish that left unhappy fans demanding change. While acknowledging the fans' dissatisfaction, Wilson said the "team played hard all year long and there are many positives to build on." The Bills owner announced he had decided to retain Jauron and the...

Jauron to return as Bills' coach in 2009
(Tue, 30 Dec 2008 15:04:02 PST)
Dick Jauron will return to coach the Buffalo Bills in 2009.

Winners and losers: McNabb, Reid stay alive
(Sun, 28 Dec 2008 21:57:00 PST)
Written off after a blowout loss to the Ravens, Donovan McNabb and Andy Reid aren't quite done in Philly.

Winds play havoc before Patriots-Bills game
(Sun, 28 Dec 2008 11:09:28 PST)
Winds gusting up to 75 mph tore a strip off the Bills' practice fieldhouse and tilted both goal posts inside Ralph Wilson Stadium before Buffalo's game against the New England Patriots on Sunday. Though the blustery conditions didn't delay the start of the game, work crews used ropes and a forklift to re-secure and re-center the goal posts, which shook heavily in the wind.

Patriots DE Seymour misses game against Buffalo
(Sun, 28 Dec 2008 09:37:32 PST)
Patriots starting defensive end Richard Seymour didn't play in New England's critical game Sunday against Buffalo, missing his first game of the year because of a sore back. Seymour joined linebacker Tedy Bruschi on the sidelines in a game that had significant playoff implications for the Patriots. The Patriots can win the AFC East with a victory over the Bills and a Miami loss to the New York...

RB Lynch among inactives for Bills
(Sun, 28 Dec 2008 09:04:03 PST)
Buffalo Bills running back Marshawn Lynch is inactive for Sunday's game against the New England Patriots.

Misery seeks company: Bills eager to beat Patriots
(Sat, 27 Dec 2008 21:01:39 PST)
Talk about your football fantasies. Josh Reed can envision nothing sweeter than the Buffalo Bills eliminating the New England Patriots from playoff contention on Sunday. "Despite everything, it's the last game of the season," the veteran Bills receiver said. "They're looking to get to the playoffs, and we can ruin that for them." Here's another good one: Coach Bill Belichick and the Patriots sound...

Bills put WR Hardy on injured reserve
(Sat, 27 Dec 2008 16:48:01 PST)
The Buffalo Bills on Saturday put James Hardy on injured reserve, ending the rookie wide receiver's season prior to Sunday's season finale against the New England Patriots.

NFL's final weekend offers plenty of excitement
(Sat, 27 Dec 2008 14:15:59 PST)
If you crave excitement, you could read a James Patterson novel, drive on a Chicago expressway any time day or...

Bills put rookie WR Hardy on IR, ending season
(Sat, 27 Dec 2008 11:28:24 PST)
Buffalo put rookie receiver James Hardy on injured reserve Saturday, ending his season a day before the Bills close out their schedule against the Patriots at home. Hardy tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee during Buffalo's 31-27 loss to the New York Jets two weeks ago. Running back Bruce Hall came off the practice squad to fill Hardy's roster spot.

Will Giants' defensive whiz Spagnuolo stay or go in 2009?
(Sat, 27 Dec 2008 04:46:36 PST)
Reports suggest that New York Giants defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo can begin talking to teams about...

Bills LT Peters doubtful for Patriots game
(Fri, 26 Dec 2008 10:06:54 PST)
Pro Bowl left tackle Jason Peters is doubtful for the Buffalo Bills' game against New England after missing his third straight practice on Friday because of a knee injury. Peters will likely miss his second straight game Sunday after not playing in Buffalo's win at Denver last week. Receiver/punt returner Roscoe Parrish is also doubtful after missing practice all week because of a knee injury.

Intrigue, relevance stick through final weekend
(Fri, 26 Dec 2008 08:29:00 PST)
From the Lions trying to avoid history to several teams hoping to make the playoffs, the league keeps fans engaged.

Week 17 NFL picks: Watch out for reenergized Chargers
(Thu, 25 Dec 2008 13:25:50 PST)
The San Diego Chargers have proved they have an electric offense, led by quarterback Philip Rivers.

Coaching hot seat: Haslett done, Turner back?
(Thu, 25 Dec 2008 00:15:00 PST)
Jim Haslett and Norv Turner are among the coaches who soon should learn of their fate.

Fairness being raised over divisional alignment
(Wed, 24 Dec 2008 13:04:00 PST)
The possibility of 8-8 teams making the playoffs while the Patriots potentially stay home has sparked a debate.