McDermott made the stunning announcement on Wednesday, when the Bills (5-4) returned to practice to prepare to play at the Los Angeles Chargers (3-6) on Sunday. The move comes after Peterman made his NFL debut in replacing Taylor for the final two drives of a 47-10 loss to New Orleans last weekend.
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Bills to start QB Peterman, bench Taylor
‘”I’ve been impressed with Nate and his maturity at a very early point in his career. He has certainly worked hard. … The other day, we (saw) some good things, albeit it was a small sample size in a regular season. That said, he has a lot of work to do, just like we all do.”‘
Rookie QB Peterman starts for Bills
‘”Obviously disappointed,” Taylor said. “I don’t agree with the decision, but the decision was made and you have to move forward. Ultimately, coach McDermott has a vision for this team and what he feels is best for the team as well as the owner and GM. I have to move forward and continue to be the teammate and leader I am from a different role.”‘
Bills-Chargers could feature two new QB starters
‘But a shoddy defense had its fingerprints on the loss as well in a historic effort. The Bills allowed a franchise-high six rushing touchdowns, getting trampled for 298 rushing yards and that included 32 first downs.’
Bills to start Nathan Peterman; Tyrod Taylor benched
The Buffalo Bills benched third-year starting quarterback Tyrod Taylor and will start rookie fifth-round pick Nathan Peterman this Sunday against the Los Angeles Chargers, coach Sean McDermott announced Wednesday.
Bills bench Tyrod Taylor, rookie Nathan Peterman to start vs. Chargers
‘Taylor ranks 20th in value per play among all quarterbacks, according to Football Outsiders’ metrics, just behind Russell Wilson and Marcus Mariota. A season ago, Taylor ranked 19th in value per play.’
Six potential landing spots for Tyrod Taylor in 2018, including one AFC East team
‘Six words: Josh McCown, Christian Hackenberg, Bryce Petty. McCown is 38 years young and neither Hackenberg (the 2016 second-round pick) nor Petty (a 2015 fourth-round) have been good enough to unseat him. In fact, when Rex Ryan was the Jets coach he desperately tried to get Taylor.’
Jon Gruden made wild prediction about Nathan Peterman before 2017 NFL Draft
‘”Peterman is ready to walk in and be a contributor from day one,” Gruden wrote on ESPN.com in April. “He just looks like a pro quarterback — coming out of the huddle, running an offense with different formations, shifting, motioning, different patterns that other colleges don’t run. Peterman will recognize route combinations and associate formations.”‘
Bills QB Tyrod Taylor Benched; Nathan Peterman to Start vs. Chargers
‘Buffalo enters the week with the league’s 28th–ranked offense and 30th–ranked passing offense.’
Bills Bench Tyrod Taylor: Did the Quarterback Get a Fair Shot?
‘Taylor was never going to work in Buffalo, but not for lack of effort on his part. The satisfaction will have to come in succeeding elsewhere, in an offense that rewards his measured mobility and decision-making. Until then, all eyes will be on the Bills and this puzzling—but ultimately predictable—gamble with a playoff spot on the line.’
Tyrod Taylor says he disagrees with Bills’ decision to bench him
‘Depending on how Peterman performs, we may have seen the last of Taylor at Orchard Park. Taylor is owed a $6-million bonus in March and, based on this latest move, it’s unlikely the Bills are willing to pay it. According to Spotrac, Buffalo would clear nearly $10 million in cap space by releasing Taylor in the off-season.’
Person of Interest: Buffalo Bills rookie QB Nathan Peterman
‘When talking about Peterman’s college career, one game against Clemson will always be referenced. Pittsburgh was the only team to beat the national champions in 2016 and Peterman was the main reason.’
Peterman named starting quarterback against Chargers
‘”We are 5-4, I understand that and we are in the playoff hunt at this point. It is always, and for the time that I am here, will be about becoming the best team that we can possibly become. We are made for more than 5-4, and I’ve come here to be more than 5-4.”‘
Peterman has big shoes to fill for fantasy owners
‘Nathan Peterman is not going to replace that. Peterman showed an ability to scramble in the preseason, but does not have near the athletic ability that Taylor has. What Peterman should provide the Bills, is more timely throws, and Bills fans would hope is less dump offs to the likes of Mike Tolbert and Pat DiMarco on 3rd and long. In reality, Peterman may be a very comparable passer to Taylor. Efficient. Not a gun slinger. Efficient.’
Who is Nathan Peterman?
‘Peterman’s experience in a pro-style passing attack gives him a head start headed into the league. His physical attributes are just average, but his accuracy, composure and anticipation are what sets him apart from some of the more physically gifted quarterbacks in this year’s draft. Peterman’s tape is sure to catch the eye of at least a few teams in need of a quarterback and he should come off the board by day two with a chance to become a solid starting quarterback in the future.’