Archives for December 1, 2009

‘Owens had 26 catches for 366 yards and one TD in the nine games Jauron coached, but he has 14 catches for 293 and two TDs in the two games Fewell has been the head coach. Of course, the other key factor is that Ryan Fitzpatrick has been the quarterback the last two games and has targeted Owens 19 times.’

‘Fewell’s got a shot at making it impossible for Wilson to ignore him when it comes time to hiring a coach for 2010.’

‘"I found out last night (that he was starting) and I just wanted to take advantage of the opportunity," said Jackson on Sunday. "I was definitely given my share of touches and it was something I wanted to take advantage of and make as many plays as possible for this team. I feel like the more plays I can make the better it’s going to help our team."’

‘I like the way the Bills have played in their first two games for interim coach Perry Fewell and fully expect them to win Thursday night. But with a makeshift offensive line, nothing is guaranteed.’

‘SS George Wilson was effective blitzing off the edge and tripping up Williams on a few occasions. On one third quarter play, DT Spencer Johnson got penetration that forced Williams to hesitate. Wilson shot through to make the tackle for no gain.’

‘Brandon will essentially be searching for his own replacement (and yes, you need permission to talk to personnel men who are currently employed). That doesn’t inspire a lot of confidence. Maybe they should hire a search firm to help in the process. College and NFL programs have done it before.’

‘"He’s done a great job, especially in [Sunday’s] game," said cornerback Terrence McGee. "He really challenged the receivers, got in their face. He got his hands on the ball a lot."’

‘But before we anoint Perry Fewell as the next Mike Martz, let’s remember that Buffalo’s interim head coach has always been a mentor on the other side of the ball. And it’s distinctly possible that Fewell’s fourth-quarter gambles were a sign he knew his defense was on the ropes.’

‘”The players played hard (and) we fought, offense, defense and special teams … we finished in the fourth quarter (and) we made the big plays.”‘

‘”He has good vision and will find the little seam he can get,” Buffalo defensive tackle Kyle Williams said. “And he’ll bleed you for three, four, five yards every time he touches the ball."’

‘The 31-yard touchdown run by Bills’ QB Ryan Fitzpatrick – the longest by a Buffalo quarterback in franchise history – was the also longest running play of his four-year career. His previous best was 14 yards.’