Dec. 18, 2007

EASTON, Pa. - Former Lafayette linebacker Blake Costanzo '06 appeared in his first NFL game with the Buffalo Bills on Sunday against the Cleveland Browns.

Costanzo signed with the Bills as a free agent on Oct. 24 and has been a member of the practice squad until last week when he was activated. He appeared on special teams and recorded a tackle in Buffalo's 8-0 loss to Cleveland.

The Franklin Lakes, N.J. native was a two-time All-American at Lafayette who led the Leopards to the Patriot League Championships in 2004 and 2005. He finished his career with 307 tackles and 18 sacks.

The Bills will host the New York Giants on Sunday at 1 p.m.