‘”I had my dad and my brother call me, telling me they saw different reports and people want to make all these outside accusations and claims, but I’m trusting the doctors we’ve talked to and trust in what we’ve seen,” Allen said. “I’m relieved, I’m happy, and it is what it is.”‘
Archives for October 18, 2018
Bills to start rusty, barely prepared Anderson over incapable Peterman
‘See, this is what happens when an NFL club makes the incomprehensible decision to keep on its roster a No. 2 quarterback, Peterman, who might max out in intangibles and impress in practices, but who in nearly every opportunity over the past two seasons in games has fallen flat on his face.’
Thursday’s Indianapolis Coverage
Insider: Amid dismal start, Colts won’t waver on longterm view (Indianapolis Star)
The best and worst of Adam Vinatieri’s career, in his own words (Indianapolis Star)
Protecting Luck is Colts’ top priority — and it’s working so far (Anderson Herald Bulletin)
Colts Notebook: Hilton tests hamstring with full practice (Anderson Herald Bulletin)
Colts WR Hilton will test ailing hamstring (The Sports Xchange)
Tackles Anthony Castonzo, Braden Smith helping Colts’ pass protection gain notice (WTTV-TV)
T.Y. Hilton full-go at practice: ‘I know they need me’ (WTTV-TV)
Colts stay positive despite 1-5 start (WISH-TV)
Colts kicker makes surprise visit to Purdue student battling rare cancer (WTHR-TV)
Why Is Eric Ebron Smiling With The Colts? (WFNI-AM)
Colts Notebook: T.Y. Hilton Returns To Practice, Could Play Sunday (WFNI-AM)
Week Seven Quick Look: Colts vs. Bills (WFNI-AM)
Matthew Adams Bringing The Juice For Colts’ Coverage Units (Colts.com)
Colts Daily Notebook: T.Y. Hilton Returns To Practice Field (Colts.com)
Colts Quick Scouting Report: Week 7 Vs. Buffalo Bills (Colts.com)
Bills turn to Derek Anderson because their only other choice is Nathan Peterman
‘9 years ago, the Bills somehow managed to lose a game 6-3, despite holding the other team’s starting QB to 23 yards passing. this Sunday, they will start that QB.’
Derek Anderson to start at QB in place of Allen for Bills
‘”He brings experience, leadership, presence to the table and he’s worked hard the last week and a half here to get himself up to speed,” McDermott said.’
Bills QB Anderson to start vs. Colts
‘Anderson has played in 76 career NFL games with 47 starts (20-27) and his career completion percentage is an uninspiring 54.1 with 60 touchdowns, 60 interceptions, and a passer rating of 71.1.’
Bills to start QB Derek Anderson against Colts
‘”That’s always part of the evaluation,” McDermott said of Peterman’s performances. “But one piece, not every piece of it. I feel like this is the right decision for our football team right now.”‘
With Josh Allen out, Bills will start recently signed Derek Anderson over Nathan Peterman
‘Anderson is at least familiar with McDermott (and general manager Brandon Beane) from their shared time in Carolina, where Anderson served as the backup to Cam Newton for several seasons. He can at least run a functional NFL offense, even if he does not necessarily have the highest ceiling. Either way, Allen seems likely to re-enter the lineup whenever his elbow has healed. It would not be a surprise if the team officially moved on from Peterman shortly after that.’
Bills Rule QB Josh Allen Week-to-Week With Elbow Injury, Derek Anderson to Start
‘Anderson would become the third different starting quarterback the Bills have deployed this season. Nathan Peterman opened the campaign as Buffalo’s starter, but was supplanted by Allen after Week 1. Peterman had entered last week’s contest in relief of Allen, but threw a pick-six in the final minutes that cost the Bills the game.’
Bills to start quarterback Derek Anderson against Colts with Josh Allen out
‘McDermott provided an update on Allen and said the quarterback has an elbow sprain. He added: “There is no plan for surgery but he will be week-to-week.” He also indicated Allen is expected to play again this season, though McDermott didn’t give a timetable for his return.’
Bills name Derek Anderson starter at QB for Sunday
‘Originally a sixth round pick by the Baltimore Ravens in the 2005 NFL Draft, Anderson has played twelve NFL seasons with the Browns, Cardinals, and Panthers, last serving in a backup role in Carolina to Cam Newton for the first seven years of Newton’s career. His last start came on December 4, 2016. Last season, Anderson appeared in only three games, throwing only eight passes. For his career, Anderson has started 47 games, throwing 60 touchdowns and 60 interceptions.’
Bowen: “Expect a heavy dose of Marlon Mack early on”
‘”They stayed with the run the most in Marlon Mack’s first game back, even when they were down two and three scores. [Head coach] Frank Reich is a big Mack fan. The Colts were using two rookies early in the season.”‘
Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation donates $100 Million Buffalo and Detroit communities
‘Wilson was called one of the city’s “greatest champions” by Mayor Byron Brown; “…his vision illuminated our landscape and his humanity enriched our community.”‘
Derek Anderson named Buffalo Bills starting quarterback against Colts
‘The Bills cannot start Nathan Peterman by choice after what he did on Sunday, and what he’s done almost every time he’s entered a game. Peterman practices well, he works extremely hard before, during, and after practice, but when the pressure escalates, and he’s on the field, he crumbles.’
McDermott says Allen out this week
‘McDermott had this to say about Anderson,”Derek’s a guy who I’ve been around in Carolina, he brings experience, leadership presence to the table and he’s worked hard the last week and a half here to get himself up to speed.”‘