‘But it’s obvious, isn’t it, the Bills have been long-ball reluctant. Last season, Evans had six receptions of 40 yards or more, another dozen that covered at least 20. Quarterback Drew Bledsoe was forever looking for him over the top, getting the ball into his hands on the run. But through the first eight games of this year, Evans’ 20-yard receptions numbered two. His value was diminished by an offense that couldn’t find its footing during Losman’s first go-round. He was buried in game plans that stressed ball control when Kelly Holcomb, no mad bomber he, came on to lend a veteran’s stability in relief. A sublime talent was withering on the vine.’