Buffalo Bills
Alan Branch - DT
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 6"/ 325 lbs. |
| Birthday | 12/29/1984 |
| Birthplace | Albuquerque, NM |
| College | Michigan |
| Years played | 7 |
| Drafted | 2007, 2nd round, 1st pick by Cardinals |
Bills WR Parrish done for season
Bills WR Roscoe Parrish will reportedly miss the rest of the season with an injured ankle suffered in Week Two.
First Fifteen: Early look at Week Three
In this week's edition of the First Fifteen, we focus on the 2-0 and 0-2 teams as we reach a critical early juncture in the young 2011 season.
Bills' offense humming with impressive line play
Although Ryan Fitzpatrick and Fred Jackson will get most of the attention this week, it's the Bills' offensive line that deserves some love for the team's early success.
Bills WR Parrish, OG Urbik to miss time
Bills WR Roscoe Parrish could be out for a while and OG Kraig Urbik is expected to miss 2-4 weeks, head coach Chan Gailey said Monday.
Shorts and Shells: Week Two
In this edition, we look at the criminally bashed Tony Romo, Tom Brady's and Cam Newton's astounding passing numbers and the surprising Bills.
Late TD lifts Bills over Raiders
David Nelson caught a touchdown pass with 14 seconds left to cap a wild fourth quarter and lead the Bills to a 38-35 win over the Raiders on Sunday.
Classic contest: Beebe burns the Steelers
Twenty years ago, the NFL's top offense and one of its most respected defenses went head-to-head at Rich Stadium. The hero of the shootout was unheralded WR Don Beebe.
Ralph Wilson to miss first Bills home opener in 52 years
Bills owner Ralph C. Wilson Jr. will miss the team's home opener for the first time in 52 years.
Bills not waiting to talk contract with Fitzpatrick
It appears the Bills are prepared to lock down QB Ryan Fitzpatrick long term, putting WR Stevie Johnson's possible extension on the back burner.
Bills re-sign WR Martin, place WR Easley on I.R.
The Bills re-signed veteran WR Ruvell Martin on Tuesday and placed WR Marcus Easley on injured reserve.
Fitzpatrick's four scores lead Bills past Chiefs
Ryan Fitzpatrick threw four touchdown passes, two of them to journeyman tight end Scott Chandler, and the Bills romped to a season-opening 41-7 victory over the Chiefs on Sunday.
Bills claim OL Young, release WR Martin
The Bills added depth to a weak offensive line on Tuesday, claiming Sam Young off waivers from the Cowboys. To make room for Young, the team cut WR Ruvell Martin.
Bills cut C Hangartner, 25 others
On Saturday, the Bills released 26 players and placed one on injured reserve, placing them at the 53-man league limit.
Lions beat Bills, finish preseason at 4-0
RB Jerome Harrison ran for 72 yards as the Lions capped a perfect preseason with a 16-6 win over the Buffalo Bills on Thursday night.
Bills' Carrington showing flashes in move to OLB
Alex Carrington has been impressive since moving to outside linebacker in the Bills' camp. He could be part of the answer in improving the team's defense.
PLAYER NEWS
The Seattle Seahawks have bolstered their defensive line after reaching a deal with Branch.|||||||
Branch has played in all 32 games at nose tackle the past two seasons for Arizona. Last season, Branch made three starts and recorded a career-high 35 tackles.
According to the Arizona Republic, Branch has a fractured left hand and won't play Monday night against San Francisco.|||||||
Branch, the Cardinals' backup nose tackle, will be re-evaluated Tuesday. Gabe Watson remains the starting nose tackle, and Rodney Bailey will take over as the No. 2.
The Cardinals agreed to terms Wednesday with Branch, a second-round draft pick, on a four-year contract.|||||||
The defensive tackle out of Michigan was chosen No. 33 overall and is the fourth draftee signed by Arizona this year. The Cardinals report to training camp Friday in Flagstaff with the first practice set for Sunday.
