‘“No revenge at all. My only motivation is they’re next on the schedule, you know? This is a game we need to play our best football,” Lynn said. “You get 16 opportunities. They’re all very important. I just can’t say that one game is more important than any other. We need to get this win just like we needed the one last week.”’
Archives for November 17, 2017
Zay Jones returns looking to prove himself, build connection with Nathan Peterman
‘After nearly two weeks on the sidelines, Jones was upgraded from day-to-day to a full participant in practice Wednesday. He now has two practices under his belt, and both he and coach Sean McDermott are optimistic about his availability for Sunday’s game against the Los Angeles Chargers.’
Bucky Gleason: With questions at quarterback, Bills look to Peterman for answers
‘Only five veteran quarterbacks threw for 300 yards in one of their first seven starts with the Bills, and none was named Jim Kelly. They were Todd Collins, Alex Van Pelt, Drew Bledsoe, Kelly Holcomb and Kyle Orton. Kelly had his first 300-yard performance in his ninth game and another in his 14th, both losses, before finishing 4-12 in 1986.’
Bills Notebook: Dion Dawkins in line for another start at left tackle, kicker Stephen Hauschka misses practice
‘”That’s just me embracing the NFL,” the rookie second-round draft pick said. “I could play guard one week, tackle the next, or a support player on the sideline just cheering them on. I’m just know that I’m going to do whatever coach needs me to do for us to win games.”’
Mark Gaughan’s Xs and Os: Limiting Bosa-Ingram duo is do or die for Bills
‘Bosa has 9.5 sacks this season and 20 in his first 21 NFL games, the most by any player in history.’
Clock is ticking on coordinator Rick Dennison to get Bills’ offense back on track
‘Now, let’s be clear: Dennison could have called a perfect game, the offense could have rolled up big numbers, and it probably wouldn’t have mattered because the Bills’ defense could not stop the Saints and New Orleans still would have won. But the offense’s repetitive failure gave Buffalo zero hope.’
Chargers’ Anthony Lynn was caught off guard when Buffalo Bills benched Tyrod Taylor
‘”It’s interesting,” Lynn said. “I’m sure they’re making the best decision for their team. I was a little caught off guard. Like I said, I’m not there. I don’t know what’s going on. I’m sure they’re doing what’s best for their team.’
Does Buffalo Bills quarterback Tyrod Taylor deserve to be benched?
‘As solid as Taylor has been, the Bills deserve a quarterback who takes advantage of the vertical weapons the team possesses. Taylor doesn’t take any chances down the field, even though he has weapons like Jordan Matthews and Kelvin Benjamin. He plays things a little too safe, and that is not a winning recipe in the NFL.’
5 things to watch for as Nathan Peterman starts for the Bills vs. Chargers
‘Facing a rookie: Seemingly every time a rookie quarterback starts in the NFL, you’ll hear about how opposing coaches love to attack them and make him uncomfortable. Former Buffalo head coach Rex Ryan was famous for it. That will be something to watch for with the less-mobile quarterback in Peterman. While the rookie isn’t a statue, he isn’t Taylor either. But who is? In addition, regardless of quarterback, the Bills’ offensive line might be in for a tough test. The Chargers are tied for the 2nd most sacks in the NFL with 29 (Pittsburgh, Carolina).’
John Dudley: Bills make QB move they could have made in August
‘The result is what amounts to a seven-game tryout for Peterman with what mathematically remains a playoff contending team.’
Friday’s Los Angeles Coverage
Chargers’ run defense has improved, and it will need another great effort against LeSean McCoy and the Bills (Los Angeles Times)
Chargers’ improved run defense could be even better with Denzel Perryman (Los Angeles Daily News)
Ouch! ‘South Park’ is latest to take shot at Chargers’ attendance (San Diego Union Tribune)
5 Reasons the L.A. Chargers* will beat the Buffalo Bills (San Diego Union Tribune)
Lofton sees Chargers*, Rivers in search of recipe (San Diego Union Tribune)
Chargers coach Anthony Lynn believes Philip Rivers will play despite concussion (CBS Sports)
How the Bolts are Preparing for an Unknown Rookie QB (Chargers.com)
Mailbag: Keenan Allen Should Win Comeback Player of the Year (Chargers.com)
How to Watch: Bills vs. Chargers: TV, Radio & More (Chargers.com)
Eleven World War II veterans among military members past and present on hand this Sunday to be honored during Chargers’ Salute to Service game (Chargers.com)
Pat Narduzzi reveals how Nathan Peterman, the Bills’ new starting QB, fought through shoulder pain at Pitt
‘“He doesn’t get drafted if he doesn’t finish the season, I don’t think,” Narduzzi said.’
Chargers’ Lynn gets reunion with Bills; Peterman takes over
‘”I didn’t think I was the favorite there anyway, because how many times do you hire a guy from the staff when you fire the head coach? It doesn’t happen too often. I did appreciate the interview, but I’m where I want to be.”‘
Bills-Chargers Capsule
‘Chargers cautiously optimistic QB Philip Rivers will play after reporting concussion symptoms Monday.’
Bills team up with cancer patients to customize their cleats
‘”We’ll definitely have a bigger chip on our shoulder playing, because we’re not only playing for the Bills, but we’ll be playing for all these kids here,” Dawkins said. “I think it’ll be really cool.”‘