The Texans game was a debacle, yes. The Chargers one? That was a poor performance all around. But these people I mention were not - for the most part friends. You obviously didn't even correctly read the part you highlighted. They have nothing vested in terms of this team, they aren't my friends so what exactly do they have to make me "feel good" about? I'm sure you'll come up with something.
Also, it's funny that you mention the Chicago game because if Kyle didn't get that INT, I guarantee you sing a different tune about EJ's performance there.
EJ's shown enough to fail and enough to succeed. The only detractor towards his success is consistency. Very few QB's are THE guy after one season's worth of play. Maybe the same happens with Manuel? Maybe it doesn't? As long as he's a Bill, I hope it does.