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 Feb. 09, 2012 6:52 p.m. - by Mark Ludwiczak - QB coach may increase Wildcat snaps for Smith
The possibility of using QB/WR Brad Smith more in the Wildcat is intriguing to new QBs coach David Lee, who brought the Wildcat to the NFL while in Miami. “He did a great job with the Jets when he was there,” Lee said. “The exciting thing to me about it is ... that he can throw so much better than Ronnie Brown could.” Bills RapidReports
 Feb. 09, 2012 6:48 p.m. - by Mark Ludwiczak - Mock draft has Bills taking DE from North Carolina
Mock draft watch: The Sporting News' Russ Lande has the Bills selecting North Carolina DE Quinton Coples with the 10th overall pick in his most recent draft. Coples would be a major addition to Buffalo's lackluster pass rush. Said Lande: "Coples is a perfect fit in a 4-3 and shined at the Senior Bowl, showing all the tools to make an immediate impact." Bills RapidReports
 Feb. 09, 2012 6:39 p.m. - by Mark Ludwiczak - Fitzpatrick compared to Romo
QB Ryan Fitzpatrick's ability to make plays when things break down reminds new QBs coach David Lee of Tony Romo, who Lee coached in Dallas. “When things break down, Tony could make accurate passes without having his feet set,” Lee said. “This guy can do the same thing, and it’s a big thing to me because you can’t coach that.” Bills RapidReports
 Feb. 09, 2012 6:37 p.m. - by Mark Ludwiczak - New QB coach likes Fitzpatrick's toughness
Ryan Fitzpatrick's toughness stands out to new QBs coach David Lee, who is looking forward to working with the QB. Fitzpatrick has shown the ability to absorb hits in the pocket while making throws downfield. "He is extremely tough,” Lee said. “I know everybody talks about how smart he is and his Harvard background, and that’s a plus, but he is really tough." Bills RapidReports
 Feb. 09, 2012 5:43 p.m. - by Mark Ludwiczak - S Corto cut by Bills
S Jon Corto was released Thursday morning. Corto, an Orchard Park native, was a special teams standout from 2008-2010 before spending the entire 2011 season on IR. He finishes his time with the Bills with 37 tackles. Bills RapidReports
 Feb. 08, 2012 4:34 p.m. - by Mark Ludwiczak - Bills scouts back to work on draft
The college scouting staff returned to One Bills Drive this week to begin working on the team's preliminary draft board, according to the team's website. They will work on the preliminary draft board for the next two weeks leading up to the NFL combine. Bills RapidReports
 Feb. 08, 2012 4:29 p.m. - by Mark Ludwiczak - Metzelaars says Bills headed in right direction
New TEs coach Pete Metzelaars on what's happened to the Bills since his playing days in Buffalo: "They missed on some draft picks in the past and it hurt them. When you miss on high draft picks, it hurts you in the NFL. They’ve hit some recently and have continued to do so. I think they’re headed in the right direction." Bills RapidReports
 Feb. 08, 2012 4:01 p.m. - by Mark Ludwiczak - TEs coach hopes Bills re-sign Chandler
New TEs coach Pete Metzelaars hopes the Bills re-sign TE Scott Chandler, who had a breakout 2011 season. "Hopefully we can get him back," Metzelaars said. "He had a very good year last year, and (let's) try to build upon that. I would like to get some players to break any and all records that I may still be holding around here." Bills RapidReports
 Feb. 08, 2012 3:48 p.m. - by Mark Ludwiczak - Metzelaars happy to return to Buffalo
Former Bills TE Pete Metzelaars is thrilled to be back as TEs coach. "It’s a lot of fun," Metzelaars. "It’s a little bizarre. It’s been 18 years or so since I’ve really been back here so to come back it’s neat. It’s neat connecting with good friends. I told Chan Gailey ‘old friends’ and he said, 'Be careful calling them old.'" Bills RapidReports
 Feb. 07, 2012 1:38 p.m. - by Mark Ludwiczak - Another name pops up as Bills' potential No. 1 draft pick
Mock draft watch: A new name cropped up for Buffalo's upcoming 10th overall pick in the most recent mock draft from Rotoworld.com -- South Carolina DE Melvin Ingram. The Bills have a massive need at DE, but most mock drafts thus far have the team taking Alabama DE Courtney Upshaw. Ingram is extremely versatile, having played at a number of different spots in college. Bills RapidReports
 Feb. 07, 2012 1:37 p.m. - by Mark Ludwiczak - Web site praises LT Bell, SS Searcy for their play in 2011
Two Bills received praise from the web site ProFootballFocus.com in their end-of-season AFC East trends: LT Demetrius Bell and SS Da'Norris Searcy. Bell was named Buffalo's most improved player following a disappointing 2010 campaign; the site also called for more snaps for Searcy, who showed flashes as a rookie. Bills RapidReports
 Feb. 07, 2012 1:31 p.m. - by Mark Ludwiczak - Ex-Bills great Metzelaars returning as team's new TEs coach
Former Bills TE Pete Metzelaars was officially named the team's new TEs coach on Tuesday. Metzelaars rejoins the Bills after spending the last eight years on the Indianapolis Colts coaching staff; he was most recently Colts' offensive line coach. Metzelaars is largely considered to be the best TE in Bills history. Bills RapidReports
 Feb. 07, 2012 1:30 p.m. - by Mark Ludwiczak - Relax, Bills fans: K Lindell signs contract extension
K Rian Lindell signed a contract extension on Tuesday. Lindell, who was about to become an unrestricted free agent, is the most accurate kicker in team history. He has connected on 82.93 percent of all field-goal attempts since joining the team in 2003. Bills RapidReports
 Feb. 03, 2012 3:16 p.m. - by Mark Ludwiczak - Report: Dareus fine with Bills' switch to 4-3
DL Marcell Dareus recently told The Buffalo News that he's on board with Buffalo's upcoming switch to the 4-3. "It's not that much different than what we've been doing," Dareus said. "The defense we were playing last year I look at as like (the) 4-3 defense but with more shades and different schemes." Bills RapidReports
 Feb. 02, 2012 5:40 p.m. - by Mark Ludwiczak - NT Troup cleared to begin workouts
NT Torell Troup stated on his Twitter account that he has been cleared to resume working out, starting with only upper body machine exercises. That's a positive sign for Troup, who is making his way back from back surgery. Bills RapidReports
 Feb. 02, 2012 5:38 p.m. - by Mark Ludwiczak - Report: Metzelaars will coach tight ends
Former Bills TE Pete Metzelaars has agreed to become the team's new TEs coach, according to The Buffalo News. Metzelaars spent the last two years as offensive line coach for the Indianapolis Colts. He played for the Bills from 1985-94 and is considered to be the best TE in Bills history. Bills RapidReports
 Feb. 01, 2012 4:26 p.m. - by Mark Ludwiczak - Mock drafts say Bills will take Alabama's Upshaw
Mock draft watch: Pundits everywhere continue to predict that the Bills will select Alabama DE/OLB Courtney Upshaw with the 10th overall pick. Recent mock drafts from MockingTheDraft.com and CBSSports.com's Rob Rang and Dane Brugler all have the Bills selecting Upshaw. Bills RapidReports
 Feb. 01, 2012 3:51 p.m. - by Mark Ludwiczak - Bills seeking a pass rusher
The Bills announced that they will be switching to the 4-3 defense this week, but that won't affect their offseason wish list. "I don’t think so," coach Chan Gailey said. "You still want to rush the passer and you still want to cover them." Finding a top pass rusher is Buffalo's No. 1 priority. Bills RapidReports
 Feb. 01, 2012 3:46 p.m. - by Mark Ludwiczak - Coach: Fitzpatrick better when play breaks down
One of QB Ryan Fitzpatrick's most impressive traits is the ability to throw with accuracy when things break down. Interestingly, new QBs coach David Lee noted that Fitzpatrick's struggles in 2011 often came when protection was fine. "He seems to struggle a little bit more when things are clean than when they break down," Lee said. "That’s so unusual." Bills RapidReports
 Feb. 01, 2012 3:44 p.m. - New Bills QB coach introduced Wildcat to NFL
New QBs coach David Lee is best known for bringing the Wildcat to the NFL, but that only represents a small part of his extensive 37-year coaching career. "That’s a knuckleball -- it’s not an offense," Lee said. "It was never meant to be an offense. We put it in because we really struggled in 2008 (in Miami)." Bills RapidReports
 Feb. 01, 2012 3:42 p.m. - by Mark Ludwiczak - Bills' new QB coach knows the job
The Bills lost a veteran QBs coach when George Cortez left for the CFL, but new QBs coach David Lee has plenty of experience himself. Lee has coached for 37 years and is best known for implementing the Wildcat in Miami. "David and I have known each other for a long time," coach Chan Gailey said. "He’s a great technician. He understands the game extremely well." Bills RapidReports
 Jan. 30, 2012 4:57 p.m. - by Mark Ludwiczak - Changes aplenty in store as Bills shift to 4-3 defense
With the Bills moving to the 4-3, coach Chan Gailey said Kelvin Sheppard will play the "Mike" position, or inside linebacker. Veteran Nick Barnett will take one of the outside spots -- likely the weak side -- and the Bills will need a new starter on the other side (as well as several depth players). Bills RapidReports
 Jan. 30, 2012 4:16 p.m. - by Mark Ludwiczak - Gailey says 4-3 will suit Bills' personnel
Coach Chan Gailey on why the Bills are switching to the 4-3 defense: “We want to utilize our personnel to the best. We feel like this will allow us to do that ... (new defensive coordinator) Dave (Wannstedt) is very comfortable, very knowledgeable in this defense and he’s the guy we wanted doing the job ... and it’s easier to find people (that fit the scheme).” Bills RapidReports
 Jan. 30, 2012 3:50 p.m. - by Mark Ludwiczak - Bills' TE coaching position open
After announcing several coaching changes on Monday, the Bills have one vacant coaching position remaining -- tight ends coach. Former tight ends coach Bob Bicknell is now the team's wide receivers coach. Bills RapidReports
 Jan. 30, 2012 3:46 p.m. - by Mark Ludwiczak - Bills will switch to 4-3 defense
It's official: The Bills are switching to the 4-3 as their base defense in 2012, coach Chan Gailey announced on Monday. The move was expected for some time, given new defensive coordinator Dave Wannstedt's preference for the 4-3 scheme. Bills RapidReports
 
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