buffalo_bills Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 For all the heat Fitz and the defense has taken over the last 24 hours, I think Stevie Johnson is another player that should be noticed for his lack of production. Yesterday he only had 2 catches for 23 yards. Im sorry, but for a guy who's a number 1 receiver, and getting paid 7 mill a year, that's unacceptable. If we're gonna have more success on offense, Stevie needs to step up. Yes, I know Fitz has missed some throws directed his way, but SJ has dropped too many passes, and frankly hasn't made enough big plays. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerball Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 For all the heat Fitz and the defense has taken over the last 24 hours, I think Stevie Johnson is another player that should be noticed for his lack of production. Yesterday he only had 2 catches for 23 yards. Im sorry, but for a guy who's a number 1 receiver, and getting paid 7 mill a year, that's unacceptable. If we're gonna have more success on offense, Stevie needs to step up. Yes, I know Fitz has missed some throws directed his way, but SJ has dropped too many passes, and frankly hasn't made enough big plays. We only see what CBS allows us to see (unless you're at the game). He was targeted 2 times deep and he was very open on both (totally wide open on one). Fitzpatrick was not able to put the ball where he could catch it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 I think I read on bb.com that he was targeted over 10 times. Seems strange to me--didn't seem like Fitz was looking his way much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeHateMe Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 I put 80-85% of the blame on Fitz, he can't get him the ball when he beats his man and is wide open. The play down the sidelines was just sad, he didn't have a defender close to him and Fitz just chucked it out of bounds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K-9 Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 Stevie was frustrated by Fitz's inability to hit him when he was open. I counted 4 times and on 2 of those it would have been a TD; the long one down the sidelines when Fitz threw him out of bounds and the other on his 3rd INT when Stevie had McCourty beat. Can't blame the dude for getting open. GO BILLS!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 We only see what CBS allows us to see (unless you're at the game). He was targeted 2 times deep and he was very open on both (totally wide open on one). Fitzpatrick was not able to put the ball where he could catch it. I agree with you. The coaches film should tell the tale. I presume that the Pats concentrated on SJ and, as you said, Fitz certainly did not deliver when he had the opportunity thos two times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just in Atlanta Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 There was one play he was targeted, he was wide open, and Fitz overshot him. But there is something about SJ this year. Doesn't seem to be doing his normal jukes early in his patterns to get open. Maybe it's the groin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayD Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 Stevie was open all day and Fitz just flat out missed him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
San Jose Bills Fan Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 For all the heat Fitz and the defense has taken over the last 24 hours, I think Stevie Johnson is another player that should be noticed for his lack of production. Yesterday he only had 2 catches for 23 yards. Im sorry, but for a guy who's a number 1 receiver, and getting paid 7 mill a year, that's unacceptable. If we're gonna have more success on offense, Stevie needs to step up. Yes, I know Fitz has missed some throws directed his way, but SJ has dropped too many passes, and frankly hasn't made enough big plays. Did you see the game or just the stat sheet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmjoyce113 Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 I watched Stevie most of the day and he got open a lot. The thing I notice is more than half the time Stevie is set alone with the doubles or trips set opposite him. Seems to me fitz reads the opposite side of the field before checking to Stevie. You could tell by the third quarter Stevie was very frustrated with nt getting the ball. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3rdand12 Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 This is bad. Fitz really is not seeing the field. i have not been to games but i have noticed that he is not seeing enough. He also has trouble with passing through the o line. Had a few tipped. I've seen why SJ is frustrated since Jets game. somethin' aint right between them and thats just from my tv. body language tells alot too. i hope they kiss and make up before they go against SF and AZ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Since 1972 Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 This is bad. Fitz really is not seeing the field. i have not been to games but i have noticed that he is not seeing enough. He also has trouble with passing through the o line. Had a few tipped. I've seen why SJ is frustrated since Jets game. somethin' aint right between them and thats just from my tv. body language tells alot too. i hope they kiss and make up before they go against SF and AZ ...but,no tongue. That just complicates things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3rdand12 Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 ...but,no tongue. That just complicates things. i have pm'd you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Fong Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 Fitz has all day to throw the ball and open receivers that he can't hit past ten yards. He's out of excuses. It's him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3rdand12 Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 j/k Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maury Ballstein Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 Gotta say Stevie's looked solid so far. Get a qb who can get him the ball while he's young please Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3rdand12 Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 Gotta say Stevie's looked solid so far. Get a qb who can get him the ball while he's young please this is the year we go for it i hope. Geno anyone? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReturnoftheBuffaloBeast23 Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 This is a ridiculous try at deflection of the main point which is Fitzearwax. I mean I bet if we had Calvin Johnson the OP would say "Calvin Johnson has a lack of production". Which is ludicrous cuz the receiver can only do so much without a QB who can throw the ball. Fact is our QB is worthless... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouds Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 this is the year we go for it i hope. Geno anyone? Can't win any more games if landing Geno is our ultimate goal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punch Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 Can't win any more games if landing Geno is our ultimate goal. If he totally flames out in the next month+ when the competition suddenly gets serious we can probably land him in the 3rd. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Over 29 years of fanhood Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 Fitz just stunk. By miracle when the ball does get to Stevie he has been dropping a few. It's like insult on top of injury. I really hoped they made few changes in O because they thought they had it figured out. Doesn't look to be the case Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buftex Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 I can't blame anything on Johnson...he is always open....his QB can't deliver the ball... looks like TJ Graham is much the same...he can beat anyone, but his QB can't get the ball to him much beyond the line of scrimmage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3rdand12 Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 Can't win any more games if landing Geno is our ultimate goal. Trade our souls. Thats how its done nowadays . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerball Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 Trade our souls. Thats how its done nowadays . Done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3rdand12 Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 Done. Wait!!!.. theres a contract and stuff.... we make a DEAL you fool ! dont just give it away.. geebus help us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
counselor777 Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 I really like Fitz as a player but I finally must admit we have to get someone that can throw the darn ball farther than 5 to 15 yards. if we had a QB that could throw the deep ball and read a defense we would be 4 n 0 right now, even though the defense has shortcomings we would clearly outscore an opponent. we had many opportunities to keep drives alive and score several more times in that game. I think we are on the right path as far as the team and players go. we are a legit QB away from being in the upper class teams. this next year we need to draft Fitz replacement and/or get a free agent QB. I am most certain this is in the cards for us fans unless like the no blitz d-fence we keep keep'n on. Stevie will be the man when we get someone to throw him the ball. as for the rest they will simply be even better. look at miami Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FanofFredJackson Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 Stevie was a bit frustrated that Fitz was over-throwing him or throwing the ball in a place where it was uncatchable. I blame Fitz and his inaccuracy on most throws to Stevie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peterpan Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 (edited) For all the heat Fitz and the defense has taken over the last 24 hours, I think Stevie Johnson is another player that should be noticed for his lack of production. Yesterday he only had 2 catches for 23 yards. Im sorry, but for a guy who's a number 1 receiver, and getting paid 7 mill a year, that's unacceptable. If we're gonna have more success on offense, Stevie needs to step up. Yes, I know Fitz has missed some throws directed his way, but SJ has dropped too many passes, and frankly hasn't made enough big plays. Is that you Fitz? Stop trying to divert attention to other players. We all knwo you stink. Edited October 2, 2012 by peterpan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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