Buffalo Bills
Tarvaris Jackson - #7 - QB
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 2"/ 225 lbs. |
| Birthday | 04/21/1983 |
| Birthplace | Montgomery, AL |
| College | Alabama State |
| Years played | 8 |
| Drafted | 2006, 2nd round, 32nd pick by Vikings |
Report: Bills WR Hubbard charged with DWI
Bills WR Paul Hubbard was arrested early Sunday and charged with driving while intoxicated after his vehicle struck a police officer, YNN Buffalo reported.
Expect Bills to target athletic QBs in free agency
Tyler Thigpen and even Vince Young could be potential targets as the Bills look to add a quarterback in free agency.
Bills avoid major lockout impact
Nestled in the group of 2010's last-place teams that have a lot of work to do when the doors open are the Bills.
Bills hope Merriman can spark pass rush
The Bills chose not to address the need for a pass-rushing outside linebacker in the draft, so the pressure will be on Shawne Merriman to return to form.
The fullback who let the Juice run loose
Jim Braxton was a key part of Buffalo's famed 1970s rushing attack. But since his passing 25 years ago, his remains have gone unclaimed. Those who knew him can't believe it.
Bills make sense as candidate to move to L.A.
The Bills are doing their best to keep up with the rest of the NFL, but when Ralph Wilson dies, it wouldn't be a shock if a new owner brings the team to Los Angeles.
AFC East best bets to break through in 2011
PFW identifies four players from the AFC East who are ready for coming-out parties in 2011 (clockwise from left) — Roscoe Parrish, Sean Smith, Shonn Greene and Patrick Chung.
Bills add Young to college scouting staff
The Bills added Theo Young to their college scouting staff on Thursday.
Fitzpatrick has high praise for WR Easley
Bills WR Marcus Easley missed his entire rookie season, but judging by QB Ryan Fitzpatrick's recent praise for him, Buffalo has high hopes for the wideout.
Bills to unveil new uniforms June 24
The Bills announced Wednesday that they officially will present their new uniforms at a uniform launch event presented by Reebok at Ralph Wilson Stadium on Friday, June 24.
Report: Gundlach interested in buying Bills
Jeffrey Gundlach, a high-profile bond-fund manager, has expressed interest in buying the Bills, according to the Wall Street Journal.
Dareus joins Bills' players' workout in Buffalo
Bills top draft pick Marcell Dareus flew to Buffalo to work out with his new teammates, arriving Wednesday for a session at a suburban sports complex that included 30-plus Bills players.
Report: Bills suspending employee pension plans
As the NFL lockout continues, the Bills have suspended pension plan payments to all employees, according to USA Today.
Jasper overcomes enormous odds on journey to NFL
The Bills made one of the most obscure picks of the 2011 NFL draft, taking Michael Jasper, whose road to the NFL involves a dedicated scout, an inspirational mother and a motivated young man.
Lockout limbo: Bills report
The Bills don't have many key free agents, nor do they have to learn new schemes with a new coach, putting them in decent position during the lockout considering their 4-12 record last season.
PLAYER NEWS
Jackson is coming back to Buffalo after re-signing with the Bills on Friday. And returning starter Ryan Fitzpatrick remains part of the team's future for now.|||||||
In announcing Jackson's signing, new coach Doug Marrone ended a month of speculation regarding his plans at quarterback by saying he intends to have Fitzpatrick and Jackson compete for the starting job. "I spoke with Ryan and Tarvaris and told them we will have an open competition at the quarterback position - similar to what we will do at all positions," Marrone said, in a statement released by the team. "I believe that our players will embrace this challenge."
The Bills confirmed reports that they had acquired Tarvaris Jackson in a trade with the Seattle Seahawks in exchange for an undisclosed draft pick.|||||||
Jackson traveled overnight to Buffalo, and was expected to join his new teammates for practice Monday afternoon.
A person familiar with discussions has told The Associated Press that the Buffalo Bills have tentatively agreed to acquire Jackson in a trade with the Seattle Seahawks.|||||||
The Bills are in talks with Jackson's agent to restructure the final year of the player's contract. He's scheduled to make $4 million this season.
Jackson was 21 of 35 for 222 yards and a touchdown with one pick for the Seahawks in Sunday's 23-20 OT loss to Arizona.|||||||
Jackson had career highs of 14 TDs and 13 INTs in his first season in the Pacific Northwest.
Jackson was 15 of 28 for 168 yards with one TD pass Saturday in a 19-17 loss to NFC West champion San Francisco.|||||||
Jackson, however, fumbled the ball away on a late possession. He matches up next week with Arizona's John Skelton in an interesting matchup.
