When I think about the upcoming Patriots and Bills game, its hard not look at it as an automatic win. But to be honest, after the terrible display against the Jets, I don’t know exactly what the Patriots are going to be like this season. The game brought up a lot of questions in regards to the team’s true weaknesses and strengths.
Here’s my breakdown and opinions on the Patriots next game at home.
Some points:
- Quarterback? Wait, who is it for this game?
- Serious Threats: C.J. Spiller, Marshawn Lynch, Fred Jackson and Lee Evans
I have some close friends of mine who are die-hard Bills fans and to be honest, I commend them. It’s not easy being so dedicated to a team who struggle against every opponent every week. Let’s not forget that I am also a Houston Texans, Rockets and Astros fan, I know all about losing.
From the outside looking in, you may ask: Why are the Bills so bad? Is it the coaching that has prevented a real team from legitimately forming? Is it the quarterback musical chairs that might be adding to the struggles? Quite possibly. The Bills have had changed quarterbacks five times within the season in the last six years and this season is no different. Sunday, the Buffalo Bills and first year coach Chan Gailey selected Harvard alum Ryan Fitzpatrick as the starting quarterback against the New England Patriots in Foxboro. Trent Edwards was originally named the starter at the beginning of the season, but with the Bills struggling at 0-2, the change seemed to be a necessity.
Who is Ryan Fitzpatrick?
Fitzpatrick is entering his fifth year in the NFL and has been a part of the St. Louis Rams, Cincinnati Bengals and is now in his first year with the Buffalo Bills. Fitzpatrick was drafted in the seventh round by the St. Louis Rams in 2005.
Statically, Fitzpatrick is average. Throughout his career, Fitzpatrick has never reached a quarterback rating higher than 70.
Fitzpatrick has completed 424 of 734 passes for 4,104 yards in his five year career. The new Bills starter has shown more poise in the pocket and has a powerful arm able to launch deep passes to the likes of standout wide receiver Lee Evans.
Fitzpatrick was known for possibly having scored a “perfect score” on the Wonderlic.
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