David Lawrence

Posted on: May 07, 2026 at 12:36 AM

GOOD OLD DAYS

Life was simple way back when,
   At least it seemed to be,
   I don’t remember “Us” or “Them,”
   It always felt like “We.”

I used to work on cars back then,
   And gauged those spark plug gaps,
   But these days when your car breaks down,
   You have to download apps.

Back then I was really cool,
   A far out hippie rocker,
   But these days if I rolled a joint,
   They’d rush me to a doctor!

Posted on: May 03, 2026 at 11:10 AM

Some thoughts on the Bills' draft, and GO SABRES!

2026 draft recap

Defensive Coordinator Jim Leonhard’s 3 - 4 defense is designed to stop the run and force teams into passing situations. Brandon Beane traded back to get more defensive players Leonhard needs for the new alignment. He came away with 2 LBs, 2 CBs, 1 S, and 1 athletic yet undersized defensive lineman.

McDermott’s defense was predictable. His zones were designed to let receivers catch short passes before making the tackle, and he could never figure out how to stop the run. He even lost a playoff game after Josh Allen passed for the go-ahead touchdown with :13 seconds left in the game!

Buffalo is now younger, faster, and more athletic.


The Buffalo Bills 2026 Draft Class

2- #35. TJ Parker, Clemson, LB 6’3, 264, 4.68-40, 9.39 RAS
His 2025 tape was lackluster compared to 2024, but Brandon Beane has done well over the years drafting players with similar resumes. Parker is currently listed as the 4th OLB on the depth chart, but he was impressive at the Senior Bowl. Quick first step but he’s not a speed rusher.

(They passed on the quintessential nose tackle, All American DT Kayden McDonald. He’s a 6’3, 326 lb. run stuffer with a 9.54 Relative Athletic Score. Houston traded up and drafted him @ #36.)


2- #62 Davison Igbinosun, Ohio St., CB, 6’3”, 185lbs., 4.45-40, 9.33 RAS
In 2024 he led the Big 12 with 16 penalties and Leonhard’s defense relies on man coverage. IGB can also play zone but primarily he’s an “in your face,” cornerback. Leonard’s pass defense relies on man coverage while the front seven unleashes exotic blitzes from multiple angles.


4- #102 Jude Bowery, Boston College, T/G, 6’5, 314 lbs., 5.04, 9.37 RAS

Team captain. The athletic left tackle did not allow a sack on 300 snaps.
Missed three games due to injury and was unable to finish a few others. The Bills hope he’ll either assume the role of swing tackle Ryan Van Demark or replace departed LG David Edwards.

(They passed on Darrell Jackson, Team captain, defensive MVP, winner of the Bobby Bowden Leadership Award, and the prototypical nose tackle. At 6’5, 337 lbs., he’s a massive human being with11-inch hands, a 7’2” wingspan, and the quintessential Nose Tackle. The Jets took Jackson with the very next pick.)


4- #125 Skyler Bell, UConn, WR, 5’11, 185, 4.40-40, 9.71 RAS

Bell is a year older than Keon Coleman and he’s built like a slot receiver. He’s facing a steep learning curve because he can’t beat press coverage and his route tree is limited to screens, curls, and shallow crosses.

Bell played at Wisconsin for 2 year but flourished when he transferred to UConn, tearing up Delaware, Ball State, and Central Connecticut. He also has a history of drops which improved in ‘25 because 40% of his receptions were screens.

(Bryce Lance was next WR drafted: 6’3, 210 lbs., 4.34-40, 9.98 RAS.)


4- #126 Kaleb Elarms-Orr, LB, TCU, 6’2, 234 lbs., 4.47-40, 9.33 RAS

Led the Big 12 with 130 tackles, added 11 TFL, and 4 sacks. First team All Big-12 and voted Alamo Bowl MVP. Posted the same 40-time as Sonny Styles.

Good against the run but needs work in coverage: one interception across 1,900 snaps is a bit alarming. His path forward starts on Special Teams. Great value for a late 4th-round draft pick and fits Leonhard’s defense.

5- #167 Jalon Kilgore, S, South Carolina, 6’1, 210 lbs., 4.4-40, 9.97 RAS

Team Captain and talented defensive back. South Carolina played him all over the secondary, from CB to S, but Buffalo has him penciled in behind Dee Alford at Nickel. Kilgore now joins a long list of other Brandon Beane 5th round steals:

2017 - LB Matt Milano
2018 - G Wyatt Teller
2022 - WR Khalil Shakir
2024 - TE Jackson Hawes

Over 36 games Kilgore registered 178 tackles, 8 interceptions and 21 breakups, but run defense is his calling card. He might be the only day one starter from this draft class.


5- #181 Zane Durant, DL, Penn State, 6’1, 290 lbs., 4.75-40, 9.22 RAS

Number 38 on Bruce Feldman’s Freak List for his elite physical traits. His 40-time at the Combine was better than Patrick Mahomes or Dak Prescott, but his production at Penn State never matched the athleticism. He’s a converted linebacker and undersized by NFL standards but Leonhard has him penciled in behind Ed Oliver at right defensive end. Durant may be small but he’s quick as a cat and might flourish in the new 3 - 4.

7- #220 Toriano Pride, CB, Missouri, 5’10, 185 lbs., 4.32-40, 8.40 RAS

After two years at Clemson, Pride transferred to Missouri for the ’24 season. Though a bit undersized the 2025 highlights shows an outside corner who more than held his own against SEC competition while posting the fastest 40-time at the Combine.

(Max Hairston was the fastest Corner last year.)


7- #239 Tommy Doman, P, Florida, 6’4, 214 lbs.

It’s stupid to draft any punter not named Ray Guy.

The Bills should have drafted LSU QB Garrett Nussmeier. While battling through injuries throughout 2025, he still passed for over 1900 yards, 12 TDs, and 5 Int’s. He was voted MVP at the Senior Bowl.

Kansas City drafted him 10 spots later, but what do they know?


7- #241 Ar’maj Reed-Adams, G, Texas A&M, 6’6, 315 lbs., 5.28-40, 7.87 RAS

Team Captain. Spent first two years at Kansas before transferring to College Station, logging a total of 2,400 career snaps over 55 games, all at Right Guard. Powerful run blocker but pass protection needs work. Desperately needs to cut down on offsides and holding penalties. Current Bills RG O’Cyrus Torrance will be a free agent next year so Reed-Adams could be his replacement. Until that eventuality, he’s a capable backup.

Posted on: Mar 26, 2026 at 4:33 AM

Posted on: Dec 03, 2025 at 10:37 PM

HAPPY HOLIDAYS


I’ve known Santa all my life,
With photographs to prove it,
It’s not cliche,
For me to say,
That I’m a Santaholic.

But o’er the years Peace & Joy,
Were hijacked and employed,
Commercialized,
Homogenized,
‘Til all magic was destroyed.

This year we need a miracle,
More than stockings or a tree,
But to succeed,
It’s clear we need,
More ‘Wise Men’ than just three.

Jesus welcomed immigrants,
Fed and clothed the poor,
He wanted us
To love and trust,
And never lock our door.

Let’s try and make this Christmas,
Less angry and more fun,
So we can say,
On Christmas Day,
God bless us everyone.

Posted on: Nov 14, 2025 at 5:51 PM

I decided to take away that nasty poem that got so many of you in a tizzy.

I've seen the light: we must always protect pedophiles if they are rich enough and well connected.

You may unclutch your pearls.

Posted on: Sep 11, 2025 at 5:24 PM

JUST ANOTHER DAY

Just another day in paradise,
Just another day to pay the price,

Just another day so unaware,
Just another day for thoughts and prayers,

Just another day for hysteria,
Just another day in America.

Posted on: Mar 26, 2025 at 10:14 AM

Happy Birthday!! Hope it is a great one!!!!

FLORIDA CHRISTMAS

It's Christmas time in Florida and Santa's coming soon,
To land his sleigh among the palms that sway between the dunes.

He tweets with all this Facebook friends #OldStNick,
And merged His List with Google Maps because he must be quick.

His red fur coat is toasty warm,
The frozen Pole is bleak,
Down south he dons Bermuda shorts,
And a festive shirt tres chic.

While children dream of new iPhones this still and silent night,
Santa's magic reindeer fly at twice the speed of light.

But wherever Santa finds you,
Under palms or drifts of white,
Have a very Merry Christmas,
May the New Year bring delight!

Posted on: Dec 05, 2024 at 9:56 AM

CHRISTMAS CHEER

Santa comes round every year the last week in December,
And we have been the best of friends for as I long as I remember.
When I tell folks I still believe they question my intelligence,
But I have all the proof I need: photographic evidence!

The picture’s faded just a bit and I look a little shy,
But I’m sitting there with my best pal and I’m very nearly 5!
Grownups pooh-poohs old St. Nick as supernatural fantasy,
And yet he fills the world each year with love and generosity.

When I was young he brought me toys, a train, and model cars,
A Davy Crockett Coonskin cap, books, and a guitar.
These days I want for nothing so when Santa comes this year,
He’ll bring the only gift I need: priceless Christmas cheer!