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looking at a practice-squad spot" Opinion90 Players in 90 Days2019 Buffalo Bills scouting report: running back Christian WadeNew Doug Flutie Jerseys 2019 ,12commentsThe Bills’ international program pool assignee is likely looking at a practice-squad spotEDTShare this storyShare this on FacebookShare this on TwitterShareAll sharing optionsShareAll sharing options for:2019 Buffalo Bills scouting report: running back Christian WadeTwitterFacebookRedditPocketFlipboardEmailPhoto by John Kirkpatrick/ActionPlus/Corbis via Getty ImagesThe Buffalo Bills, along with their AFC East Division foes, were chosen to receive international players as a result of the NFL’s International Player Pathway Program. The program is part of an ongoing effort by the league to expand its market beyond the United States by providing opportunities to players who do not live in the country. The players allocated to teams do not count against the teams’ roster maximums, so the Bills are able to carry 91 players on their roster rather than the usual 90. So, for today, we’ll call this series what it actually should be this season—91 players in 91 days—in honor of our player of the day, an accomplished English rugby player looking to make his mark on a different sport.<hr class="p-entry-hr" id="NNpUch">Name: Christian WadeNumber: 45Position: RBHeight/Weight: 5’9” 196 lbs. Age: 28 (29 on 5/19/20)Experience/Draft: RCollege: St. Mary’s University College (Twickenham, London)Acquired: Allocated to Bills via International Player Pathway Program<hr class="p-entry-hr" id="myqpLs">Financial situation (per Spotrac): Wade’s contract is a three-year deal worth a total of $1,755,000 White Jim Kelly Jerseys , of which no money is guaranteed. If he were to make the Bills’ 53-man roster this season, he would carry a cap hit of $495,000.2018 Recap: Wade announced his immediate retirement from rugby in October 2018. He has been training for an NFL career, and he provided some insight into the switch in a February 2019 ESPN profile. Wade’s decision may have been influenced by a lack of playing time for his club, Wasps, as he was close to breaking a Premiership scoring record yet was consistently left out of the lineup by his coach. Positional outlook: Wade is one of seven running backs on Buffalo’s roster. He is obviously the one with the least experience, as the team boasts veterans LeSean McCoy, Frank Gore, T.J. Yeldon, Senorise Perry Jim Kelly Jerseys 2019 , and Marcus Murphy along with rookie Devin Singletary.2019 Offseason: Wade has participated in all offseason activities to date. 2019 Season outlook: Wade has a lot to learn in a short period of time in order to make the roster this season, though that’s not really the goal at this point. The Bills can carry him as their eleventh member of the practice squad this season (though by designating him as such, they cannot call him up to the active roster this year under any circumstances), and that’s what they probably intend to do. Wade obviously has the speed and strength to compete professionally, but he’ll need time to learn the game in order to see if he can be a valuable contributor down the road. This week, we spotlight undrafted rookie free agents who could shine, recap rookie minicamp, and remember Pancho Billa"WhiteFanposts Fanshots Sections NewsNotesOpinionAnalysisDiscussionPodcastNFL DraftSalary CapPodcastsNotesBuffalo Bills NFL Draft CoverageBillieve Podcast: UDFAs, rookie minicamp, tight ends White O. J. Simpson Jerseys , remembering Pancho BillaThis week, we spotlight undrafted rookie free agents who could shine, recap rookie minicamp, and remember Pancho BillaEDTShareTweetShareShareBillieve Podcast: UDFAs, rookie minicamp, tight ends, remembering Pancho BillaOn the latest episode of Billieve: A Buffalo Bills Fan Podcast, host John Boccacino recaps rookie minicamp, highlights potential impact undrafted free agents, and celebrates the life of beloved Buffalo Bills’ super fan Ezra Castro O. J. Simpson Jerseys 2019 , better known as Pancho Billa. For Buffalo’s eight-person draft class and eight undrafted rookie free agents, rookie minicamp was the first opportunity to showcase their skills as members of the Buffalo Bills. Several rookies stood out during rookie minicamp, including defensive tackle Ed Oliver, offensive lineman Cody Ford, tight end Tommy Sweeney, quarterback Tyree Jackson, wide receivers David Sills V and Duke Williams, and running back Christian Wade. Speaking of undrafted rookie free agents, Boccacino gave his thoughts on those players who could emerge into this year’s version of wide receiver Robert Foster and cornerback Levi Wallace—players who went undrafted but made huge contributions to the Bills in 2018. After addressing the crowded tight end position—which got more crowded with the signing of former Bill Lee Smith to a three-year deal—Boccacino spent the last portion of the Billieve Podcast paying tribute to Pancho Billa, who lost his battle with pancreatic cancer this week. What do you think White Thurman Thomas Jerseys , Bills fans? Who do you feel will standout among the eight undrafted free agents? Who will emerge as Buffalo’s best tight end options? What are your favorite memories of Ezra Castro, AKA Pancho Billa? Feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments section, and check out our podcast for thoughts on these topics and more on the latest Billieve: A Buffalo Bills Fan Podcast.SoundCloud | iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | TuneIn | Podbay | PodfanaticSubscribe, rate, and review our Buffalo Rumblings podcast now and leave your comments below. You can also download an MP3 version of the podcast by signing up for a free account at SoundCloud. We’re looking for feedback and want to hear from you!