Archives for December 11, 2011

‘On a team beleaguered by injuries, Barnett has been the defense’s most consistent player. The free agent pick-up from Green Bay leads the team in tackles (97) and tackles for a loss (11) and is second behind rookie Marcell Dareus in sacks (three).’

‘Chargers 35, Bills 28.’

‘Insiders say Smith will probably be fired, too. After building a roster that was the envy of the NFL a few years back, he has presided over a series of uninspiring drafts that have prevented the Chargers from replenishing a lineup depleted by attrition and injuries.’

‘It’s come to this. Miami, once the favorite to get the first pick of the 2012 college draft as a reward for finishing last in the entire league, is actually respectable while Buffalo may go 5-11.’

‘Welcome to the rest of the Buffalo Bills season.’

‘I should have known better.’

Chargers vs. Bills could be a pick ’em (San Diego Union Tribune)

5 things to watch: Bills at Chargers (San Diego Union Tribune)

Chargers’ task: Win and hope (North County Times)

Give a Marine a toy at today’s Chargers game (North County Times)

Four Downs: Chargers vs. Bills (KNSD-TV)

‘The Bills averaged 30.1 points through their first seven games, but have averaged only 13.4 the last five. Fitzpatrick’s efficiency has taken a hit. In the first seven games, he threw 14 TD passes, had seven interceptions and lost a fumble. In the last five, he’s thrown for six scores while being intercepted seven times and losing a fumble.’

‘Chargers 34, Bills 21.’