Sojourner

That was a "magic" performance by Orton? Seems like we may need some miracles moving forward then.

It is for a reason... To yet again, find complaints for another failed season. Á la Marshawn.

Well they did say last season that they would run CJ until the point of throwing up. (http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/08/07/bills-oc-spiller-will-get-ball-until-he-throws-up/) Maybe it was metaphorical? Meaning, until the fans throw up...

You never hear criticism because Julio actually has produced consistent big plays (when healthy). QB play is not an issue for the Falcons. QB play IS for the Bills. In short, there's complete validity for criticism of the Bills.

I think your post answers your questioning. It was to take the pressure of Orton, fresh start with no potential of chasing the game immediately (which didn't work out anyway). Regarding the coaching, it's like I've read here last season and these first 5 games: "Hackett is being too cute". I don't think he's as bad an OC as many would like to lead themselves to believe, I just think he really has no concept of a complete game plan for 4 quarters and changing on the fly/dropping something that has no business being called again and again (Shotgun handoff: CJ up the gut, 1/2 yard gain). If this coaching staff fails this season I strongly hope that Tom Clements makes a return to Buffalo or they make a push and throw big money at Darrell Bevell.

It would be nice to see Brown make the gameday sheet in a crowded backfield as he certainly is a decent and versatile half back but the fact remains, and it is more prevalent with Easley being out injured, Dixon is a ST must! Edit: With Easley AND Ron Brooks injured.

Whilst Watkins is and was worthy of a top 5 pick in the draft. The fact it was two first rounders however makes it, in my opinion, dependent on certain criteria: Game planning and QB play (irrespective of who is on the field) - Is it consistent enough that a star player is being utilized and targeted correctly? And secondly, do we finish with a record that puts us into the playoffs? Our pick needs to go somewhere in the twenties at worst for it not to look like another wasted gamble (á la 2004: Lee Evans & J.P. Losman). In essence, I don't want the Bills to take a step back... Again.